Afternoon Classes
PM Classes
17. Taking A Time Out – Carl Horton
As leaders in our faith communities, we are called to claim time for practices of Sabbath-keeping and spiritual nurture. We just gotta do it! We are also called to help our faith communities keep Sabbath time themselves. Experience new ways to rest, renew, and rejoice in the Spirit through prayer, art, Bible study, and the outdoors.
18. Back to the Future – Croskeys Royall
Technology provides many different, new mediums that can help give us a glimpse of the divine. How do we discern what technology is most useful in our limited-budget church settings and how do we utilize it in creative ways? Join us as we “geek out” for God and figure out how to
use penny-pinching apps and gear in our ministry, worship, and education programs.
19. Mirror, Mirror – Leslie McCarthy
THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL AT THIS TIME – you are welcome to register for it and you will be put on a waiting list.
Create a timeless one-of-a-kind mirror that reflects your personal style. We will use a wooden base and attach textured fabrics and colorful papers to your design to complete a unique work of art. Class limited to 12. Additional class fee $30
20. Rites of Passage: Marking Time – Lynn Turnage
From birth til death, there are significant times we want to ‘mark’ in some way. There are rituals and practices and ways of acknowledging God’s lively work in our lives for everyday, gatherings, time away, meals, significant milestones, loss of a pet, ...any part of what we call ‘family’ and life together. From the simple to the deeply moving, from the daily to the once-in-a-lifetime, this course will experiment with and develop ways to MARK time and significant events in our lives.
21. Time Flies When We’re Having Fun – Sophie Maness
How do you build a community using games, music, movement, laughter, and interaction? We will explore the skills needed to move a group from being individuals to being the body of Christ. You will walk away with events for different time slots – how to lead 15 minutes of rec., an hour program, or a weekend retreat.
22. A Time to Sew – Beth Gunn
Give new life to your old conference or sports T-shirts by transforming them into a beautiful new quilt. Recycle your memories into a lifetime treasure. Sewing experience required; bring your own machine and iron. Course leader will contact you regarding a supply list. Class limited to 10. Additional class fee $10
23. Fired Up – Brian and Roger Maness
In this class we will fuse and slump glass into beautiful creations. Participants will learn how to fuse glass into bowls, plates, jewelry, wind chimes, and so much more. Whether you are just wanting to create something for yourself or want to start a glass studio back home, we will help equip you with the knowledge to do so. Class limited to 16. Additional class fee $45
24. Tool Time and Shaker Boxes – Dick Porter and Howard Moore
Come join us for a fun-filled week of learning to use simple hand tools and a few safe power tools. Participants will use a shave horse and drawknife, coping saw and bench pin, hand drill and drill press to make hiking sticks, Celtic crosses and your choice of a Nine Man Morris game board or a Fox and Geese game board. Class limited to 12.
25. Game Time – Neil Myer
From the parlor to the woods, from the table to the gym, from sitting down to running around–let’s play games! This course will cover it all. We will play in all kinds of ways and discover ways to adapt to your own personal settings.
26. Once Upon A Time – Carol Clark
There is great power in a good story! Drawing upon scripture and personal experiences, participants will learn practical ideas for weaving stories into classroom settings, congregational gatherings, family events, and sermons. Develop your storytelling skills and learn to use them in your ministry setti