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Hunton Baptist Church
— Adult Sunday School Class Descriptions
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| Young Adults – Room 207
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Teacher: Barbara & Lavan Dauberman |
Typical Age Range: 18-25
Sunday School Literature: Working through the Bible &
Other Studies
This collage-age
crowd enjoys talking about just about everything. They are a fun-filled
group who encourages each other to “walk the talk.” Class time usually
consists of open discussion of the scripture with out a formal lecture
style. Sometimes the class gets together for brunch on a weekend, parties
during the holidays, and sometimes they participate in service projects
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| COED 1 - Room B
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Teacher: Tim Gorman |
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Typical Age Range: Mid 20s to 40
Sunday School Literature: Smyth & Helwys
This coed class
focuses on building an understanding of the Bible to learn more about
God’s will. Open dialogue is highly encouraged. They discuss how the
Bible is an integral source for how to live their lives in a way that
hopefully pleases Jesus. They get together on occasion as a class for
outside functions, gatherings, etc.
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| COED II – Room D
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Teacher: Wayne Kennedy, Cliff Houston,
Gary Hess, and others...
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Typical Age Range: Mid 20s to 50s
Sunday School Literature: Master Works
This coed class is
taught by rotating teachers and classmates where open discussion is
encouraged. They talk about family and current issues as it relates to the
lesson. Most attend this class as couples, but also includes single and
divorced members. This fun-loving group occasionally meets for cookouts
and other get-togethers.
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| COED III – Room 205
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Teacher: Mickey Jones & Ken Wright
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Typical Age Range: 30 & up
Sunday School Literature: Smyth & Helwys
This class is a mix
of men and women who are spirit-driven and Christ-led. They are a diverse
group of adults from a variety of backgrounds. They are family-oriented
with a focus on their children and grandchildren. They enjoy study of the
Bible and fellowship with one another, both within and outside of class.
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| Women 1A – Room 206
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Teacher: Pat Hemsworth
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Typical Age Range: 37-55
Sunday School Literature: The Bible and devotional books.
The members of this
class are married women, who often attend church alone, and are dedicated
to the their quest for a greater knowledge of the Bible. This class has a
tight bond of sisterhood, friendship, and love centered around Christ. The
class has regular class meetings; they also get together for lunches,
plays, and other activities.
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| Women 1B - Room 208
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Teacher: Linda Thorp
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Typical Age Range: 21-55
Sunday School Literature: Smyth & Helwys
This class is mostly
married ladies with a few singles. Most of the ladies in this class share
three things in common: they have children, they work, and they have
plenty of stress in their life. This class has become a safe place for
these women to share their burdens with one another. Class time is
typically laid back with open discussion. Classmates are encouraged
to share their thoughts and concerns. Members of this class say its
a “wonderful” class to attend.
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| Ladies II – Room C
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Teacher: Kay Atwell & Phyllis Broaddus
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Typical Age Range: 45-65
Sunday School Literature: Smyth & Helwys
The Dorcas class is a supportive group that shares a
love of God. This class is comprised of a wide variety of
personalities, and includes married, widowed and divorced women. They
laugh together, they listen to one another, and they even cry together.
This class has an emphasis on participating in service through church
dinners and special mission projects, and they enjoy the blessings that
come from a life of good deeds and works. |
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| Women’s III – Room 105
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Teacher: Kistie Patch
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Typical Age Range: 50 and up
Sunday School Literature: Smyth & Helwys
The Naomi class can
be described as friendly and outgoing. The women of this class share a
love for their church and community. Most are married and some are
widowed. Once a month, they get together for a class meeting. These ladies
are also very involved in the Samantha Project – a mission at our church
that provides comforting dolls for the children at MCV hospital who suffer
from life-threatening illness.
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| Ladies IV – Room 109
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Teacher: Margaret Patterson
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Typical Age Range: 73-80+
Sunday School Literature: Lifeway
The Elizabeth
Axselle class describe themselves as “a diversified group of Christian
ladies, who love each other and enjoy studying together.” This
supportive group is made up of senior ladies who are retired and most are
widows. They uplift each other on Sunday mornings through their open
discussion and study of the lesson. Occasionally the class meets for
lunch or breakfast.
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| Ladies V – Room 104
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Teacher: Alice Rishel
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Typical Age Range: “Next to Glory”
Sunday School Literature: Smyth & Helwys
The Friendship class
is mostly widows who are fun-loving and enjoy a close fellowship. Having a
sense of humor is a prerequisite for attending this class. The lesson is
taught through lecture and discussion. Occasionally, they meet for
fellowship outside the class setting. This class welcomes more senior
women to join their fellowship.
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| Men’s I – Room 204
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Teacher: Mike Parsley
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Typical Age Range: 32-63
Sunday School Literature: Smyth & Helwys (Large Print) &
“Everyday Guide to Prayer”
The members of this
class of mostly married men describe themselves as fun-loving,
compassionate, and respectful of both each other and God’s Word. Their
class time is a combination of lecture and open discussion. Participation
is not only encouraged, this class strives to make the opportunity for
every member to play an active role in the class. This class often meets
for breakfast on Saturday mornings. They also volunteer to help the church
in various activities, as well as assist people in the community.
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| Men’s II – Room 202
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Teacher: Raymond Martin
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Typical Age Range: 52 & Up
Sunday School Literature: Smyth & Helwys
This class of
independent thinkers describe themselves as “mavericks.” The level of
class participation varies from Sunday to Sunday. This diverse group of
men also gets together beyond Sunday morning class from time to time.
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| Men’s III – Room E
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Teacher: Donald Maxwell
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Typical Age Range: 52 & Up
Sunday School Literature: Smyth & Helwys
This class is made
up of both retirees and some who still work. The class enjoys
opportunities to be together and to share in the study of God’s Word.
They primarily aim to put into action things they learn from scripture.
The men extend a warm welcome to all who like sharing god’s love to join
their class.
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| Men’s IV – Room 102
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Teacher: George York
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Typical Age range: Middle age & up
Sunday School Literature: Lifeway
The members of this
class are mostly retired and are either married or widowed. The class
enjoys having breakfast together at local eateries and at the church from
time to time. Open discussion and class participation is encouraged during
the lesson time. This class enjoys a strong fellowship and bond among its
members. They describe themselves as loving Christian gentlemen, who enjoy
the study of God’s Word.
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