Adults Studies,
Groups, & Classes
Explore Covenant's studies, groups, & classes for adults
Find a community of people seeking to grow in their relationship with God through Bible studies, prayer, and fellowship.
Wednesday Morning Prayer
Wednesdays, 9–9:45 a.m., Virtual
A weekly 45-minute time of prayer following the liturgy for Daily Prayer from the Book of Common Worship. Bible readings come from the Revised Common Lectionary readings or as chosen by prayer leader..
Contact: Bonnie Canizaro, Frank Sheppard
Koinonia Sunday School Class
Sundays, 9:30 a.m., FE 107
Read and discuss books that explore a variety of Christian topics. First Sunday of the month devoted to a previous Covenant sermon.
Contact: Michele Keeler
Early Word Bible Discussion Class
Sundays, 8:30 a.m., CO 208
Read and discuss the sermon discussion guide on the sermon preached the week before and the scripture that will be preached in worship the morning of the class. The week’s sermon discussion guide can be found at covenant.org/worship-online.
Contact: John Fincher
Parents of Teens Sunday School Group
Sundays, 9:30am, FE 103
The teenage years are full of change, for adolescents and for their families. Join fellow parents of teens to learn, share, and be encouraged by each other as we seek to love our teens well, parent them effectively, and prepare them to live independently. Our study is guided by “The Five Love Languages of Teenagers” by Gary Chapman, interspersed with supplemental materials on topics of interest to be presented by group members throughout the year.
Contact: Jen Kost
Pickleball
March – November: Thursdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
December – February: Fridays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
FEB 4th floor Gym
All ages and levels of play are welcome! Feel free to bring a friend, open to the community. Nets, balls, paddles, and music provided.
Contact: Gina Lento, Maria Raper
Faith & Community
Sundays, 9:30 a.m., FE 106
Faith & Community is a “Sunday morning small group” journeying through life and faith together. We discuss Bible passages, recent sermons and great books on faith. In the Spring we plan to begin a study of the book “When Helping Hurts: How to Alleviate Poverty Without Hurting the Poor . . . and Yourself.”
Contact: Royce Poinsett
Small Groups
Ongoing
New small groups are forming which will meet for six weeks during Lent, beginning the week of February 16. Groups are encouraged to study “The Great Divorce” by C.S. Lewis which will be the topic of a three-week Wednesday evening Lent series. Books will be available to purchase on the patio throughout February.
Sign up to be in a group and learn more at covenant.org/groups.
Empty Nesters Sunday School Class
Sundays, 11:00 a.m., FE 107
For married couples in their 40s/50s/60s who are approaching or already enjoying the empty nest stage of life. Provides opportunities for fellowship, book study, social outings, and Bible study while pivoting to the second half of marriage.
Contact: Bethany Leffingwell
Kairos Class
1st & 3rd Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. in FE 107
Kairos Class meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at 10:00 a.m. for a facilitated discussion over video material.
Contact: Stephen Murray
Choir Parents Lent Small Group
February 18, February 25, March 4, March 11, & March 25
Choir parents have an opportunity this spring to participate in a small group that will meet for five weeks during Lent. Any children not in choir who are 4 and under will be able to attend childcare during this time. The group will meet in a classroom on Covenant’s campus. An agenda and curriculum will be provided.
Indicate “Choir Parents” when signing up.
Contact: Kathryn Sedberry
Exploring Scripture Class
Sundays, 9:30 a.m., FE 100
This new Sunday morning class is a place for people to gather around Scripture to learn who God is and to grow in obedience to God. This discussion-style class is designed for anyone who is new to Scripture or who is seeking to read and apply the Bible in their daily lives. No prior work or knowledge is required, and all are welcome. We will continue our study of the Old Testament into the spring. The class is led by Laura Tuma, Dan Hart, and Chuck Volk.
Contact: Kathryn Sedberry