Deep Waters: Community & witness
Wednesdays
September 10 – November 12
6:30 – 8:00 pm, C208 and Zoom
Led by PRUMC Clergy, Staff and Candler Professors | 10 weeks
This in-depth course explores how faithful community shapes our witness in the world. We will explore Biblical and theological concepts of community as well as our particular lens as United Methodists, drawing on John Wesley’s theology, the Methodist Social Principles, and our part as Peachtree Road. Designed for those ready to dig deeper, we’ll examine what it means to live as people who seek justice, love mercy, and help bring about the kingdom of heaven on earth—together.
From Strength to Strength:
Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life
Sunday
October 19
6:30 – 7:30 pm, Hospitality Suite
Led by Rev. Leslie Watkins and Dr. Stephen McCollam | 1 week
Are you approaching retirement or navigating life after a long career? Join our thoughtful and supportive reading group as we explore From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life by Arthur C. Brooks. This powerful and inspiring book offers a roadmap for transitioning from an achievement-driven work life to a fulfilling and purpose-filled retirement. Whether you’re walking with someone nearing retirement, beginning to consider life after retirement, or simply seeking deeper meaning beyond professional success, this group is for you.
Journey Together
Restored: Finding Redemption in Our Mess by Tom Berlin
Wednesdays
September 3 – October 8
10:30 – 11:45 am, C106
Led by Janice McGalliard and Rev. Leslie Watkins | 6 weeks
Often we make a mess of our lives and wonder if there is any redemption. In this book, pastor and author Tom Berlin helps us see our mess through the eyes of Christ to find redemption and restoration. Using Scripture, devotional tools, and the writings of Ignatius of Loyola, John of the Cross, St. Augustine, John Wesley, Evelyn Underhill, and others, Berlin encourages reflection and meditation through our own brokenness. Only then can we focus on the cross as the place where we truly surrender control, leave our mess, and find redemption.
Stepping Stones
2nd and 4th Thursdays
10:30 am – 12:00 pm, C104
Class Led | Ongoing
This class utilizes the Upper Room Disciplines, A Book of Daily Devotionals to structure their discussions. They follow a shared leadership model highlighting faith journeys as they relate to the Upper Room offerings. This process invites discussion of scripture as well as current events that shape our faith journeys.
Take This Bread
Mondays
September 8 – September 29
12:00 – 1:00 pm, Hospitality Suite
Led by Rev. Elizabeth Byrd | 4 weeks
Take This Bread tells the story of author Sara Miles’ unexpected conversion and the radical hospitality that followed. This study invites participants to explore the idea of transformation and the power of sharing both literal and spiritual nourishment—challenging us to live out the Gospel around the communion table and the dinner table alike.