Facilitators:  Mary & Cindy Starnes

There are too many people who are alienated from God’s love due to hurtful, unaccepting, unaffirming experiences in church and society.  This group is taking steps forward to heal and eradicate those experiences and will focus on ways to repair the breach with those who feel they have been cast out of God’s love and His church.   We are a safe space for LGBTQIA+ persons and their allies.

Meets 2nd Tuesday of every month from 7 PM to 8:30 PM. Address: 136 13th Ave NW Hickory. Dates sometimes vary.  Call to confirm:  828-291-2822.

Beginning Tuesday, February 4, we will begin discussion of Bishop Marianne Budde's book How We Learn To Be Brave.  You may purchase the book HERE.

Joyous Friends is a discussion oriented class that focuses on both the Bible and everyday issues.  Class members range from 50s-70s in age, but we welcome people of all ages.  We enjoy fellowship, outreach, and learning how to grow in our spiritual journey.  Please visit. But be careful -- fun, learning, and growing in faith can be addictive!

Meets in the Conference room of the Administration Building, Sunday mornings at 11 AM. The Agape Class is open to adults of all ages. Currently we're aged 40s to 80s. We use a variety of resources that encourage open discussion and respect for everyone's input. Our focus is on God's love and grace for all.

We are currently studying A Year With Jesus devotional.

Meets at 11:15 AM on Sunday mornings in the FLC, Room 106.  We are a class of senior-aged members ranging in age from mid-sixties to early eighties.   We have a rotating group of five teachers, focusing on Bible studies and Christian video studies.  Our class was established in the 1970’s and has been very active in a variety of church organizations and committees, especially the traditional church choir.  The name “CORE” stands for Christ Our Redeemer and Enlightener.  

We are closing our study of The Bible Year in February then will move to What Happens Next by Max Lucado beginning March 2.

Meets in the Youth building 11:00 am. Our class is a group of 4-8 adults, ranging in age from 20's to 50's. We meet in a casual and welcoming environment where everyone feels comfortable sharing and discussing. Our primary focus is on studying the teachings of Jesus and exploring how they apply to our lives today. Each session is filled with meaningful conversations, personal reflections, and a sense of community that makes our time together truly special.  

In 2025, our group decided to begin a bible study around the series "The Chosen". Please note this is still a TV show and you will see conflicts in biblical writings; they use scripture as the main driver for the plot, but incorporate sub-plots for a little more drama.

Meets at 9 AM in the Family Life Center room 107.  A diverse group using the Wired Word combining scripture and current events with lively discussions and life applications, resulting in a richer faith journey for all!  

The Seekers Fellowship Class is a discussion based class which as our name implies diligently seeks to understand the scriptures so they may be applied to our lives of faith. We do this in a bond of fellowship where each is respected on their journey of discovery as fellow travelers toward stronger discipleship. Discussion is facilitated by Rev. Bill Garrard. We currently meet at 8:45 am in Room 108 in the Family Life Center or join us via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82765121058. 

Click here for the Seekers_Class_Covenant.pdf

In the month of January 2025, the Seekers Fellowship Class will explore how we access God's wisdom as we look at the lives of the wise men who came to worship the Christ child, Joseph in Egypt, King Solomon, and the prophet Daniel as they were guided by God's wisdom. Student books are available in the classroom. 

Our Lenten study will be Adam Hamilton's Luke: Jesus and the Outsiders, Outcasts, and Outlaws begining March 9. Come and join our fellowship of seekers as we support each other in our journey of faith.