Medford First Church of the Nazarene

Wednesday Night Adult Classes
6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Meet & Draw
January 6 - January 27
The House, Room 113
Taught by Sharon Grinder
This class continues the God & Art Class. Whether or not you were in that class, you are welcome to come and share the creative experience of drawing with others. Learn from others, develop the talent God has given you, and review some of the basics of drawing. There will be an inspirational devotion and wonderful fellowship together each week.

God & Art - Part II - Beginning Painting
February 3 - March 31
The House, Room 113
Taught by Sharon Grinder
This class features the basics of painting technique. It includes sessions about color, basic composition, brush use, etc. Whether or not you have ever taken a painting class, you will love learning to discover (or develop) the creative abilities given to you by God. There will be an inspirational devotion each week.

The Quest for Authentic Manhood - Part 2
January 6 - March 31
Main Building, Room 209
Lead by Steve Pettit and Kenny Clays
24 week session study
This is a men's only class. This is the second half of a 24 session study. It focuses on a man's core identity and gives an overview of basis manhood issues. It will help men deal with various identity issues by looking back at past wounds and other things that may have distorted their idea of Biblical masculinity. Men will learn how to clearly define manhood and will finally be able to give a succinct and passionate answer to"What is a man?" and "What am I living to be?"

The Truth Project
January 6 - March 31
Ministry Center, Room 115
Taught by Rolly Griffith
DVD Series. This class deals with the question, “What is truth?” from a Christian worldview.
Topics include science, history, and government. This class raises your awareness of events,
and gives you a view through a Christian perspective.

Esther - It's Tough Being a Woman
January 6 - March 31
Ministry Center, Room 113
Word for Women Class taught by Vikki Clays
Cost: $21 for book
A story of threat and deliverance, Esther is a profile in courage for today; the story contains modern parallels for modern women. Do you want to know that God is in your corner? Do you feel inadequate or pushed into seemingly insurmountable situations? This study is for you!

Welcome Class
Ministry Center, Room 112
New 6 week series starts Wednesday, January 6
Taught by Pastor David Grinder, Pastor Dave Slamp, and Starlene Collins
Six week class designed to introduce you to First Church. Discover how First Church can come along beside you and encourage you in these challenging days. Lives are busy, and sometimes, one more thing to do seems too much to ask. Our intention is to meet your needs, encourage you, and challenge you to live out your life in Christ to the fullest. Learn about our Core Values of Worship, Evangelism, Community, Stewardship, Prayer, Discipleship, and Ministry. In one class, the doctrines and beliefs of this church are discussed. In another class, Starlene Collins, our Director of Ministries, helps you discover your S.H.A.P.E. This is an exploration of your Spiritual Gifts, Heart or Passion, Abilities, Personality, and Experience.

Sunday School Teachers' Boot Camp
January 6 - February 24
Ministry Center, Room 116
Taught by Pastor Dave Slamp
• If you have a spiritual gift of teaching…
• If you want to make your life COUNT even more…
• If you know God could use you to help others grow…
Teacher Training is for YOU! Sunday School Teachers’ Boot Camp for ministry among adults is now available for the first time ever. Pastor Dave has shared these principles in college religious education classes. We’ll discuss learning styles, creative teaching techniques, how to start AND BUILD an Adult Class, and much more. Sign up at the Adult Ministries Booth. It will be loads of fun, and VERY informative as well as inspiring.

Journey through the New Testament
Ministry Center, Room 114
This insightful class is taught by Pastor Kevin Gowland.
This is an ongoing class.