Northlake Campus
9:00 – 10:00 AM
If you would like more information on our Adult Formation opportunities, feel free to contact Shawn Duncan.
Adult Formation classes for the Spring of 2012 include:
40 Years With Moses in the Wilderness: Journey From Homeland to Holy Land, From Slavery to Freedom
Israel’s journey through the wilderness gave the prophets, and even Jesus himself a powerful image on which to reflect during desperate times of trial, life’s pilgrimage, and the realization of our absolute dependence on God’s grace. This spring (April 15-May 27) the Koinonia and Prime Time classes will study the most important stops that Israel made along its way from Egypt to Canaan. The focus will be on the spiritual challenges and the transformation of this people from slaves in Egypt to the free people ruled by God in Canaan. These stories demonstrate how one can live life being fully redeemed, yet face periods of failure, depression, uncertainty, and even defection. You’ll find a bit of light in these stories for your own journey through the wilderness.
Families: The Context for Growing Up to be Like Jesus
During the spring until Easter the Connections class and the Spanish Bible Study class will follow the sermon series focusing on the Lenten texts that lead us to Jesus’ passion and resurrection. After Easter (April 15-May 27) they will shift to texts that address our primary relationships and how they shape us into Christ’s likeness.
The Front Porch class is studying The Case for Christ - A Journalist’s Personal Investigation of the Evidence for Jesus by Lee Strobel.
Class Descriptions (And Locations):
Koinonia Class (The Forum) The Koinonia Class thrives on great discussion and emphasizes the life applications of their studies. This is a group of adults who generally have teenage, college-age, and young adult children. They meet in the new classroom downstairs called the Forum.
Prime Timers Class (Chapel) The Prime Timers Class enjoys in-depth studies of Scripture with thoughtful dialogue. This class is typically composed of anyone from empty-nesters to our most senior members.
Connections Class (Room 205) The Connections Class seeks to connect participants to one another and to God through conversations about life centered upon each week’s sermon text. It is facilitated each week by Jim and Laura Neal & Ike and Gwyn Reeser. This class is typically composed of parents with young children.
Spanish Bible Study (Room 202) The class is a great place for those who speak Spanish as their first language to connect with each other and study Scripture together. It is led by Felipe Baltazar.
Front Porch Group (downstairs “Living Room”) This group meets in the Living Room and is more like a small group than a Sunday School class in that it invites all to participate and thrives on lives being shared with one another.
College and Young Professionals (Room 204) Starting mid-May all college students and young adults will be invited to participate in a new class to engage them in meaningful conversation and growth in their walk with Christ.
Northlake Campus and Homes
Sunday evenings at Northlake focus on LIFE Groups, and we encourage everyone to get involved in this ministry. Groups meet in either homes or on Northlake’s campus for meals, prayer, study and the simple act of spending time together in order to build stronger relationships.
Northlake Small Groups meet at the Northlake campus on Sunday Nights from 6:00 – 7:00 PM as well as homes in and around metro-Atlanta. There are also groups meeting on Thursday and Monday nights if Sunday evenings are a little too hectic for your schedule.
If you are new to Northlake, or looking to explore our community on a smaller scale, please contact Ike Reeser, or call the church office at 770.414.8717, and we’ll help you connect with a group.
Northlake Campus
7:00 – 8:00 PM
The work week can be hectic, and that’s one reason why we like to pause in the middle of it and spend an hour together in study, prayer, and worship. All of our Wednesday night classes meet on Northlake’s campus, and we offer a variety of options, from book studies to children and youth activities, to informal Bible discussion groups.
Below is a list of our current adult, Wednesday evening classes. Contact Shawn Duncan if you have any questions or would like more information on any class.
Women’s Discussion Group (upstairs in “The Parlor”)
This group is reading and discussing One Thousand Gifts, by Ann Voskamp.
Book Discussion Group (Room 204)
This group enjoys reading and discussing books on faith and discipleship, including an occasional work of fiction. During the winter and spring of 2011, the group is studying Eugene Peterson’s A Long Obedience in the Same Direction. Each session begins with a time of prayer, and the group is more than willing to engage the tougher questions of faith and life.
Women’s Bible Reading Group (Room 203)
All adult women are invited to this group of ladies who spend Wednesdays reading and discussing the sermon text for the following Sunday. With an emphasis on transformation, the time is spent reflecting on scripture and the meaning it has for our lives.
Men’s Bible Reading Group (The Forum)
All adult men are welcome to this informal group that gather downstairs in the Forum. Similar to the Women’s Bible Reading Group, the men discuss the Biblical text and theme for worship the following Sunday.
Women’s Share Group (Living Room)
Opening with a brief devotional, this class offers a time to share personal struggles or victories. The group provides support, encouragement, and prayer for each other in a confidential environment.
Midweek at the Chapel
All adults are invited to Midweek at the Chapel for a time of worship, prayer, and study. Led by Carson Reed, the text for the upcoming Sunday worship guides the discussion, making this a great time to hear from Carson’s notes as he prepares for Sunday’s sermon.
