Fall Classes
Grief Share Support Group for Women
September 6 - November 22 (Tuesdays)
This 12-week support group is designed for women of any age who have lost a spouse, family member or friend and would like a safe place to learn how to better handle the grief process. Each week there will be video talks featuring experts on grief and recovery subjects, and then time for discussion and sharing.
A workbook accompanies the sessions so that you can easily follow each week as well as journal personal reflections.
Time: 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Venue: Room A, 8th floor
Facilitators: Florence Chiu and Janet Chow
The Marriage Course
September 9, 16, 23 & 30 and October 7, 21, 28 (Fridays)
The Marriage Course is a 7-week course designed for all couples - regardless of how long or short you have been married. Its purpose is to assist couples grow closer and build a healthy relationship that will last a lifetime. Each session begins with a meal around your table for couple dining (a sort of a mini “date night”). Then we view a video with content on the below topics. After viewing each video segment, couples will be able to have a private discussion of these subjects at their table, guided by a workbook. Your marriage deserves this quality time – why not register now?
Sept 9 - Marriage Foundations
Sept 16 - Communication
Sept 23 - Conflict
Sept 30 - Forgiveness
Oct 7 - In laws
Oct 21 - Good Sex
Oct 28 - Love in Action
Dinner begins at 7pm [The suggested donation for meal and materials is $300 per couple for each session attended. Funds are available if cost is a barrier.]
Programme 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Venue: 2nd floor
Facilitators: Bill and Anne Jordan, Bill and Florence Lui
Registration is closed for this class, but it will be offered again in March 2012. Contact for more information.
Book of Exodus
September 11 - 25 (Sundays)
The Book of Exodus in the Old Testament is very important as it tells the story of how the people of Israel leave their slavery in Egypt and travel to the Promised Land. It also shows how the people relate to God - sinning against God and then repenting. A study of this book will nourish your soul as you learn lessons about relating to God.
Time: 11.30am - 1.00pm
Venue: 7th floor
Facilitators: Pastor Albert Ng and Matthew Jackson
The 2:7 Discipleship Course
September 11 - November 27 (Sundays)
The 2:7 discipleship series has a long history of helping Christians grow in their faith in Christ. Based on the teaching of Colossians 2:7, Christians are encouraged to be rooted in Christ and grow strong in the faith. If you are a young believer who wants to learn the basics of Christian life, or if you are a long time believer but have never been "discipled" to grow in the faith, you are welcome to join the class.
Time: 9.30am - 11.00am
Venue: 7th floor
Separation and Divorce Support Group
September 14 - November 30 (Wednesdays)
Divorce and separation bring deep hurts and raise complex issues that need to be resolved so that the fullness and joy of life can be restored. Rev Jim Smoke, a pioneer in Divorce Recovery, has said, "You can go through a divorce or you can grow through a divorce." The mutual support and concern of others dealing with similar issues can be tremendously helpful in adjusting to one of life's most difficult changes. This support group uses video sessions by experts and facilitators for discussion for both men and women. Come and join with a group of people who are experiencing the same feelings that you are, and who will be able to offer you encouragement.
Time: 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Venue: Living Room, 8th floor
Facilitators: Pearl Chan and Appy Tang, Dan Van Hoy and Ka Wong
Book of Isaiah
September 21 - December 14 (Wednesdays)
The Book of Isaiah is one of the most important prophetic books in the Old Testament. It foreshadows the coming of the Messiah and contains deep truths about history and our faith. Many people find it daunting to read the book without any assistance. A team will lead this study series and go through the whole book in a systematic way. Participants will learn the overall structure and message of the book and learn to apply it in their own lives.
Time: 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Venue: Room B & C, 8th floor
Facilitators: Freeman Chan and other leaders
The Alpha Course
October 3 - December 5 (Mondays)
Looking for answers to life? The Alpha course isa ten-week opportunity to explore the Christianfaith in a laid-back environment. It is a practicalintroduction to the basics of Christianity centredaround a meal, a talk and small group discussion.
Time: 7:00pm -9:45pm
Venue: 2nd floor
Book of Philippians: Rejoice Always
October 23 - November 13 (Sundays)
This four week class explores the book of Philippians, a letter written by Paul to those in Philippi as he sat in a Roman prison, but the word "joy" is one of the most frequently words in the letter. The reason for Paul's overflowing joy is found in some even more frequent words: God, Lord, Christ. Philippians is a warm letter of thanks for kindness rendered. It also contains some of the New Testament's deepest teaching about Christ, the gospel, and how to be joyful in all circumstances.
Time: 11.30am - 1.00pm
Venue: 7th floor
The Art of Parenting
October 24 - November 14 (Mondays)
The Art of Parenting is a 4 week class that provides both biblical foundations and practical assistance for parents to be more effective. While parenting is such an important role/task, it's one that most feel very inadequately able to handle. This class will help you! Each session will build on the others so for full benefit all 4 weeks should be attended. However, you are welcome to attend individual sessions. There will be solid teaching as well as time for questions and discussion in each of these sessions:
October 24 - Family as the safest place in the world - Establishing Foundations
October 31 - Children's endless wants and needs - Blessing Children
November 7 - Taking control of chaos - Equipping Parents
November 14 - Home as a laboratory for life - Building Relationships
Time: 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Leaders: Rick and Jane Bates
Venue: Room A, 8th floor