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Sundays, January 11 to February 15 | 9:45 am | Parlor
Dr. Stacy Ikard, Senior Associate Pastor Dr. Karl Slaikeu, Ph.D., is an internationally recognized psychologist, mediator and negotiation expert Join Stacy and Karl for an in-depth look at the Apostle Paul and his struggle with church conflict in the region of Galatia in the early church. In this class, we will strive to understand the text and context of the book of Galatians, but we will also look at Paul's effectiveness as a peacemaker, and what can be learned and applied to our struggles and conflicts. At a time when division and hostility seem so very strong - in both church and society - this study is both timely and provocative!
Click here for the videos and study guides for a four week small group study of Gratitude.
Join a group that meets on Sunday mornings at 9:45 am in the Conference Room.
Sundays, Nov 30, Dec 7, & Dec 14 | 9:45 am | Parlor
Come to learn about these special prayers traditionally sung the week before Christmas in many Christian traditions. These are petitions for the coming of hope into the world - all taken from the Book of Isaiah. Stacy Ikard and Anne Nabors will lead us as we study the Bible, listen to the music and consider the spiritual significance of these ancient yet very relevant prayers of longing.
Join Al Krummenacher and Chris Knepp for exploration of the history of Christianity - and the major events that shaped the church of today.
Scripture calls us to honor Christ and be ready to explain the hope within us (1 Peter 3:15). In this ten-week series, we’ll explore key questions of the Christian faith—Jesus’ identity and resurrection, the existence of God, the Trinity, scripture’s reliability, and the problem of evil. We’ll also look at how faith is best defended through faithful living, learning from the lives of Polycarp, Father Damien, Maximilian Kolbe, and C.S. Lewis.
Join Al Krummenacher and Chris Knepp in a theological discussion of salvation and atonement. How are we saved? How do we know we are saved? How many images and theories exist of salvation? This will be an interesting and informative class!
Sundays, April 27 - May 18 | 9:45 am | Parlor
Sunday Morning Class with Pastor Stacy Ikard concerning the joys and possibilities of growing older and mellowing our souls.
An Introduction to thinking in fresh ways about the aging process and the spiritual implications for growth, learning and service that our Elder years present.
Here is a presentation by Pastor Stacy and The Family Engagement Manager from Belmont Village Westlake, Peg Bulger, about how to care for elderly loved ones over a distance. Gain resources and hear tips that might be helpful in your caregiving journey.
Sundays, Beginning January 26 | 9:45 am | Parlor
Building on our theme for 2025 – Health and Wholeness, our adult bible study class will kick off a 6 week series, Stories of Hope and Healing. This pastor-led class takes a deep dive into stories of healing from our gospels and Hebrew Scripture. We will delve into the cultural and historical contexts of these stories and discern together how they continue to guide our lives and the life of the Church.
Sundays, March 9 - April 13 | 9:45 am | Dining Hall
A special Lenten Bible study at Westlake Hills Presbyterian Church: "Hallelujah – The Bible & Handel’s Messiah." This class explores the powerful connections between scripture, the libretto of Charles Jennens, and the music of George Frideric Handel to deepen our appreciation of both the Bible and this beloved masterpiece.
Sundays, December 1, 8, & 15 | Dining Hall
Join us for an engaging adult Sunday school series exploring the nativity story through the lens of fine art. Together, we will examine depictions of often-overlooked characters in the birth of Christ and consider the theological themes they highlight. Through the beauty and depth of these artistic works, we’ll deepen our understanding of the story beyond the familiar manger scene.
Homes and buildings are built strong with certain key elements, like a foundation and insulation. Join us this August for sermons and inter-generational fellowship that explore the 4 blocks to building a resilient and faith-filled home.
June & July | 9:45 am | Room 200
Join your pastors and their guests to explore the “Theologians Through Time" highlighted in our Sunday sermons. Come to learn and to ponder the historical significance of these folks and what they have to teach the church today.
