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SABBATH SCHOOL CLASSES
Sabbath School is a time for Bible study, discussion, and fellowship. Classes begin at 10:00 AM and are available for all ages.
Join us as we explore Scripture, grow in faith, and connect with our church family.
FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE*
Room: 2
10:15 – 11:15
Fely Rugless
We follow the SDA Quarterly Study Guide and also enjoy a “caring and sharing time” where we can be supportive of each other in our parenting and other day-to-day challenges.
PINTO / SHEPPARD
Room: 3
Jorge Pinto
Our friendly class uses the SDA Quarterly Study Guide, plus theological exploration and current issues, as a basis for discussion.
OPEN DOOR CLASS
Room: 4
Dale Lind
We are a gathering of friends and guests who meet to share our learning and encouragement of the Gospel as revealed in Jesus Christ. We use the SDA Quarterly Study Guide as a springboard for discussion. We laugh a lot and enjoy being together in Christ. All are WELCOME for there is always room for one more.
TRUTH QUEST*
Room: 5
Bob Wilson
We are a “family style” class that encourages discussion and differing opinions during the study of the lesson. We generally follow the topics outlined in the SDA Quarterly Study Guide.
SHARING THE WORD
Room: 6
Tom Emde
All are welcome to this multi-cultural, discussion-friendly class. Our study is based on, but not limited to, the SDA Quarterly Study Guide. Our fellowship is important and enhanced by a preliminary time for prayer requests, sharing, and discussion of class projects. Our group also has regularly scheduled social activities throughout the year—picnics, beach and bike outings, a Christmas party, and class outreach projects.
ARISE
Room: 11
Dr. Gordon / Marti Jones
jonesgordonss@forestlakechurch.org
All are welcome to this multi-generational group that participates in a lively discussion based on the SDA Quarterly Study Guide with emphasis on daily life application. Late arrivals are welcome! We enjoy getting together as a class for group outings and activities.
WALKING IN THE WORD
Room: 12
Claudette Hayles
Robin Love
All are invited to join us as we seek a closer walk with Jesus through Christ-centered, discipleship-focused doctrinal study of the Word of God.
RUSSIAN-SPEAKING
Room: 13 (Quilting)
Dmitry Terikov
This group study focuses on discussions of a variety of topics based on traditional SDA Quarterly Study Guide in the Russian Language led by group members.
SPANISH-SPEAKING
Room: 14
This group study follows the SDA Quarterly Study Guide in the Spanish Language.
FERVENT
Room: 15
April DeForest
Our desire is to apply scripture to our daily lives, fostering a closer, more meaningful walk with Jesus, no matter where you are in your spiritual journey. We use some of today’s most read Christian authors as a resource.
LIVING WORD*
Room: 16
Bryan Emde
Living Word is a class for people who want to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ through meaningful Bible study, thoughtful discussion, and encouragement in living out our faith. We seek to apply God’s Word in our daily lives while building authentic relationships with one another. We typically do an in-depth study of one book of the Bible, connecting its truth to everyday life.
YOUNG ADULTS
Room: 24
Pastor Juan Martinez
jmartinez@forestlakechurch.org
We study the Bible through dedicated topics searching for ways to apply biblical principles to our lives as college and university students and young professionals.
GRACE & TRUTH*
Room: 25
Loran Hauck
This class offers an alternative study approach—not using the SDA Quarterly Study Guide. It is based on a progressive, Christ-centered, systematic, book-by-book exploration of Scripture with an emphasis on knowing God, lifting up Jesus Christ and loving people through inspiration of the Holy Spirit.
LIFE & TEACHINGS OF JESUS
Room: 26
Pastor Steve Sherman / Steve Patrick / Jack Loganbill
We present the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The focus is on how Jesus lived and what He taught as it applies to our life today in the 21st century.
PORTUGUESE-SPEAKING
Room: 27
This group study follows the SDA Quarterly Study Guide in the Portuguese Language.
SEEKERS*
Room: 28
Ed Green
The Seekers Class is for those seeking a closer walk with Jesus. The class is conducted in a relaxed, discussion format where all attendees are encouraged to participate. A facilitator typically follows the outline of the SDA Quarterly Study Guide, but special topics are also considered from time to time. The class is composed of individuals from diverse religious, ethnic, cultural, and social backgrounds which leads to lively, relevant application of Bible teachings to today’s world.
KEHILLAH
Gift and Thrift (Back Room)
Jaymie Pottinger
jaymie.pottinger@forestlake.org
Come join us for an authentic conversation as we look to deepen our individual walks. We believe conversation is therapy and look forward to you joining our discussion. This class is led by various children’s ministry parents.
UKRAINIAN-SPEAKING
Forest Lake Academy Campus: Dorm Chapel
Julia Kostyuk
This group study focuses on discussions of a variety of topics based on the SDA Quarterly Study Guide in the Ukrainian language led by group members. Follow the “Lighthouse” signs.