At Ashland UMC, Sunday School is an important part of learning about God and getting to know others on their faith journey. Each class is unique in membership, study materials and mission project(s). Ashland UMC is a mission-focused congregation and classes are encouraged to participate in mission initiatives both within and beyond the church.
Adult classes examine and explore Bible-based literature to guide their spiritual journey and inspire their daily lives. A number of classes are available and are listed below along with the location, age range, curriculum, missions focus and social functions for each.
Cornerstone Room 121 all ages
- Cokesbury Adult Bible Studies (teacher- led discussion)
- Sharing God’s Love, Epworth Children’s Home families in need
- Fellowship and holiday socials
Faithwalkers Room 111 ages mid-20’s to mid-40’s
- Book studies for spiritual strength and family enrichment (teacher- led discussion)
- Homeworks, Salkehatchie Summer Service, Ashland Giving Tree, children’s ministries
- Holiday gatherings in homes
Fellowship Bible Room 129 ages 60 +
- Cokesbury Adult Bible Studies (teacher-led discussion)
- Sharing God’s Love, Woodyard Fund, Seven Oaks Elementary
- Monthly restaurant meal
Friendship Room 138 ages 45+
- Contemporary literature studies related to spiritual learning and growth (teacher-led discussion)
- Salkehatchie Summer Service, Seeds of Hope, Seven Oaks Elementary, missions contributions
- Monthly/holiday dinner socials, annual “mystery weekend” trip
Good News Room 127 ages 50 +
- Cokesbury Adult Bible Studies (discussion)
- Children’s Garden Childcare
- Pot luck breakfasts, evening dinner socials
Marys & Marthas Room 119 women of all ages
- Bible and book studies for spiritual growth (teacher-led discussion)
- Seven Oaks Elementary
- Socials in restaurants and homes
New Beginnings Room 122 all ages
- Books of the Bible (teacher-led discussion)
- Sharing God’s Love, Seven Oaks Elementary, Children’s Garden
- Socials in homes; restaurant meals
Searchers Room 125 ages 40+
- Literature inquiries on progressive spiritual topics; historical studies (teacher-led discussion)
- Agape Senior Care, Killingsworth Home, Oliver Gospel Mission
- Picnics, community shows, dinner/dessert socials?
