CLASSES
WHAT IS THE BIBLE & WHAT IS IT FOR?
September 13 from 9:30-10:15 AM
Fellowship Hall
All adult classes met together in the Fellowship Hall to learn some basics about the Bible. Class slides.
BETTER WAYS TO READ THE BIBLE
September 20 - November 1 from 9:15-10:15 AM
Room 100 & Zoom (Hybrid)
A 6-week study based on the book Better Ways to Read the Bible: Transforming a Weapon of Harm into a Tool of Healing by Zach Lambert. Lambert dismantles the “lenses” we use when we look at the Bible, and how they affect our understanding. This class is offered in hybrid mode, so people joining us for worship online can join in faith formation as well.
September 13 from 9:30-10:15 AM
Fellowship Hall
All adult classes met together in the Fellowship Hall to learn some basics about the Bible. Class slides.
BETTER WAYS TO READ THE BIBLE
September 20 - November 1 from 9:15-10:15 AM
Room 100 & Zoom (Hybrid)
A 6-week study based on the book Better Ways to Read the Bible: Transforming a Weapon of Harm into a Tool of Healing by Zach Lambert. Lambert dismantles the “lenses” we use when we look at the Bible, and how they affect our understanding. This class is offered in hybrid mode, so people joining us for worship online can join in faith formation as well.
EVERY SEASON SACRED
Beginning September 20, from 9:15-10:15 AM
CPC Library
In this unique season of parenting young children, come join other parents in fellowship and discussions based on the book Every Season Sacred: Reflections, Prayers, and Invitations to Nourish Your Soul and Nurture Your Family throughout the Year by Kayla Craig. Books provided to participants.
THE PASTOR’S CLASS
Resuming October 18, from 9:15-10:15 AM
Fellowship Hall Annex
An engaging introduction to one of the most influential—and challenging—books of the New Testament: Paul’s Letter to the Romans. No previous study of Romans is necessary. Bring your Bible, your questions, and your curiosity.
YOUTH
Beginning September 13 from 9:15-10:15 AM
High School Room
All youth, grades 6-12, are invited to join us on Sunday mornings as we explore Biblical themes and share the highs and lows of life. Visit our Youth page for more info about our youth ministry.
CHILDREN
Beginning September 13 from 9:15-10:15 AM
Education Building
Children in preschool through grade 5 will be learning Bible basics. Childcare is also available for children birth to 3 1/2 years old. Find out more on our Children page.
Beginning September 20, from 9:15-10:15 AM
CPC Library
In this unique season of parenting young children, come join other parents in fellowship and discussions based on the book Every Season Sacred: Reflections, Prayers, and Invitations to Nourish Your Soul and Nurture Your Family throughout the Year by Kayla Craig. Books provided to participants.
THE PASTOR’S CLASS
Resuming October 18, from 9:15-10:15 AM
Fellowship Hall Annex
An engaging introduction to one of the most influential—and challenging—books of the New Testament: Paul’s Letter to the Romans. No previous study of Romans is necessary. Bring your Bible, your questions, and your curiosity.
YOUTH
Beginning September 13 from 9:15-10:15 AM
High School Room
All youth, grades 6-12, are invited to join us on Sunday mornings as we explore Biblical themes and share the highs and lows of life. Visit our Youth page for more info about our youth ministry.
CHILDREN
Beginning September 13 from 9:15-10:15 AM
Education Building
Children in preschool through grade 5 will be learning Bible basics. Childcare is also available for children birth to 3 1/2 years old. Find out more on our Children page.
A visit from Colby Martin
October 11 from 9:15-10:15 AM
Fellowship Hall
All adult faith formation classes will meet together with author Colby Martin, who is returning to CPC with an update on his writing and advocacy and a thoughtful Q&A session. Martin will also preach in worship on the 11th.
Fellowship Hall
All adult faith formation classes will meet together with author Colby Martin, who is returning to CPC with an update on his writing and advocacy and a thoughtful Q&A session. Martin will also preach in worship on the 11th.
Resources
PODCASTS
VIDEOS
ARTICLES
BOOKS FROM THE CPC LIBRARY
- A Tale of Two Conflicts: Scopes, Teilhard, and 100 Years of Hindsight - BioLogos podcast.
- 10 Aha Moments in Biblical Scholarship, Part 1 - The Bible for Normal People podcast
- 10 Aha Moments in Biblical Scholarship, Part 2 - The Bible for Normal People podcast
VIDEOS
- How to Read the Bible, a series of short videos exploring the literary styles in the Bible, The Bible Project
ARTICLES
- An Even Better Bible, Christian Century magazine (2023, introducing the NRSVue translation)
- What’s the Difference Between the NIV, NRSV, and Other Bible Translations, Sojourners (2022, prior to the NRSVue translation)
BOOKS FROM THE CPC LIBRARY
- Our congregational library holds a wealth of resources about the Bible, including study Bibles, commentaries, and books about the history of the Bible and Christianity. See some of our favorites here. Items can be checked out for a month at a time.