Adult Christian Education Opportunities at CLPC
A Teaching Church
...A Learning Congregation
...A Disciple-Making Community
Sunday Mornings 10:15 am - 11:05 am The Teaching Hour
Coffee will be served in the Philadelphia Hall outside the sanctuary at 10:00am. Please then move
quickly to your class by 10:15 am
Newcomers' Class (Living Room - L101)
On Sunday, September 13, Pastor Steve will begin a six week long "newcomers' class" for those wishing to explore membership at Clear Lake Presbyterian Church.
We will explore issues of personal faith, the distinctive beliefs of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), and the unique heartthrob of Clear Lake Presbyterian Church.
Of course the best part of the class may simply be the opportunity to establish friendships with others new to our community. This course will meet each week during
the Sunday School time beginning at 10:15 a.m. in The Living Room. If your schedule does not permit you to attend at least four (4) of the six (6) classes, Steve
encourages you to wait until the next newcomers' class. We plan to offer several during the year.
If you are interested, please contact Karen Montalvo (karen@clpc.org).
Family Foundations (Fellowship Hall)
This fall we will explore the concept of becoming Missional Families. How do we collectively and as individual families
extend God's love to others, share our faith with others, and serve less fortunate families in our area? We will study
the Bible as well as current authors and then will practice being missional with several community service activities.
Join us on Sunday Mornings in Fellowship Hall.
This is an open class. Please invite your friends and neighbors.
Contact: Jennifer Ellison (281-461-8224) jen_ellison@sbcglobal.net
 
Men's Study (L211/212)
This Fall the class will be studying "Why Men Hate Going to Church" by David Murrow, revealing why men are the world's
largest unreached group. Murrow explains the problems and offers hope and encouragement to women, the church, and men.
Dr. Vic Hirsh will be leading the group. Come join us as we pray, laugh, share ideas and helpful guidance. Periodic social events are planned.
Special Topics Class: "Contemporary Issues" (L106)
Join us in conversation about "hot topic" issues that affect our families, communities, nation, and the world.
We will discuss God's Word and what He calls us to believe, say, and do as the Spirit works in and through us to further
His Kingdom.
Each class will stand on its own so participate every Sunday or whenever you can.
contact: Terry Stone j.tstone@yahoo.com or 281-286-4551.
In-Depth Bible Study (L208)
Join us as we do an in-depth study of the Gospel of Mark.
contact: Dr. Mike Morris aggiedoc69@yahoo.com.
Bible Study for All (L108)
This class will examine stories of biblical characters that exibit commitment. In various
ways they respond to God's claim on their lives. They join themselves to God's mission to bring salvation to the world.
By example they challange us to join God's mission, to nurture the new life God provides, to proclaim the wonder of
God's design, to step into the unknown trusting God's promise for a future filled with hope. As is also apparant in these
stories, commitment to God entails a certain amount of risk. Saying "yes" to God will necessitate our saying "no" to
something or someone else.
Our pledge to join God's mission in the world may take us across the street, around the world or anywhere in between.
Are you ready to join God's mission, God's adventure?
Contact: Peter Cronk (281-488-0663) ppphoto@sbcglobal.net
or Valerie Hainley (281-532-3166).
Singles for Christ (L109)
Come and join over 45+ singles in the study of God's covenant as made manifest in communities.
The lessons consider the persons God chose to be covenant leaders, the invitations God offered to enter into
community, the people's responses to the invitations and the nature of God's new covenant community.
Besides studying and learning together, we also have several fellowship opportunities including monthly lunches and
game nights together.
Contact: David Severin (281-280-9059) dseverin@pasadeneisd.org or
Pat McDonald (281-282-9665) patrick.mcdonald@earthlink.net.
 
Women's Study (L207)
"Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World" by Joanna Weaver will be the topic of discussion for this newly formed
ladies' class. With a fresh approach to the Bible story of Mary and Martha, the author shows how all of us - Mary and Martha
alike - can draw closer to our Lord: deepening our devotion, strengthening our service and doing both with less stress
and greater joy.
Contacts: Diane Morris dmorris740@yahoo.com and
Denise Christiansen markanddenise79@hotmail.com
Sunday Evenings
Study for Single Parents (Living Room- L101 at 6:00pm)
The Single Parent Bible Study group focuses on the study of God's Word and provides a supportive community that deals with the unique and difficult struggles associated with single parenting. The group is always open to single parents seeking this type of fellowship, from both inside CLPC and beyond.
The group meets weekly on Sunday evenings from 6 - 7:30 pm in the Living Room. Free childcare is provided. Please join us! Contact Jennifer Bancroft at bancroft.jennifer@sbcglobal.net or 281-660-7321 for more info.
Tuesday Evenings
Fellowship of Women - evening session - C207 at 7:30 pm
This Tuesday night class is an extension of the "Fellowship of Women" Bible study group that meets on Thursday mornings.
We invite all women and their friends to participate in the fall Bible study of "Ester: it's Tough
Being a Woman" by Beth Moore. This study examines the story of threat and deliverance and aims to aid women in their
hurried pressured lives. We watch a video one week and then discuss homework the following week.
Childcare may be available in the evening session if requested in advance.
Please contact Linda Fouty at 281-488-6731 or 281-286-8778 if you have any questions.
Wednesday Mornings
Men's Bible Study - Room L208/209 at 9:30 a.m.
Art Wood is leading the study of Acts. We use both traditional Bible Study methods and suppliment with DVDs from the "Faith
Lessons" published by Zondervan.
On the last Wednesday of the month, the group enjoys lunch together at a local restaurant.
The class has a private wiki at: http://clpcseniormen.wetpaint.com.
For a Read-Only login use: Username: CLPCvisitor and Password: mensbiblestudy
Contact: Art Wood at wooda31@comcast.net or 281-486-5118.
Ladies' Bible Study - The Living Room at 9:30 am
On Wednesday morning women gather for interactive bible study, personal sharing and prayer.
The class will be studying I, II, and III John.
Facilitator: Connie Nyquist, lnyquist@sbcglobal.net)
Wednesday Afternoons/ Evenings
Dead Theologians' Society - Living Room (L101) from 5:15-6:30pm
This is a time of lively discussion as new understandings of our faith are explored. The study this semester will be
Church in the Round by Letty Russell.
New participants are always welcome.
Contact: Connie Nyquist (281-488-6896) lnyquist@scbglobal.net.
Thursday Mornings
Fellowship of Women - Fellowship Hall at 9:15-11:30am
The Fellowship of Women invites all women and their friends to participate in the fall Bible study of "Ester: it's Tough
Being a Woman" by Beth Moore. This study examines the story of threat and deliverance and aims to aid women in their
hurried pressured lives.
Childcare is available in the morning session. Childcare may be available in the evening session if requested in advance.
Please contact Christine Harpole at 281-488-6788 or csharpole@aol.com if you have any questions.
Friday Mornings
Friday Men's group L209 at 6:20-7:20am
Led by Joe Bradley, men meet for an hour each week for prayer, fellowship and Christian study.
The study for Fall 2009 will be the book of Ecclesiastes. Come and find wisdom and meaning in why we toil all day under the sun.
Every first Friday, the group meets at Denny's on Bay Area Blvd.
for breakfast. All men are welcome to join at any time.
Contact: Joe Bradly (281-996-0589) joeandannebradley@sbcglobal.net
Saturday Night Teaching Hour 5:00-5:55pm before Saturday Night Worship
"Saturday Night Alive" (Living Room- L101)
This ongoing class meets before Saturday Night Worship for a rousing group discussion on the previous week’s sermon topic. Always open to new participants!
Contact: Jimmy & Marilu McGregor (281-282-0362) jrmcgre1@sbcglobal.net
And He Himself gave some to be
apostles, some prophets, some
evangelists, and some pastors and
Teachers, For the equipping of
the saints for the work of the
ministry, for the edifying of the
body of Christ. (Eph 4:10-11)
Resources
Austin Seminary - Houston Extention Program
List of Seminaries for PCUSA and other leading evangelical seminaries
Fuller Seminary - now in Texas
University of Houston Clear Lake
Association of Presbyterian Church Educators
Evangelical Training Association
The Passion of the Christ-
A guide for Presbyterian viewers, By Edward McNulty
Today's New International Version Bible
International Bible Society
Cover-to-Cover, Read the Bible in 90-days-
a guide for Small Groups and Sunday School classes by Ted Cooper
Class Notes from "How to Read the Bible for all it's Worth"
 Healing the Broken
Family of Abraham, the book recommended in the August 14, 2005 Sunday School class. This book will
help you better understand Muslim culture and help you to be better equipped to respectfully share
Christ's love.
On-line Parallel Bible 
Complete Concordance
Bible Dictionary
Advanced Bible Search Tools
The
WWW Bible Gateway -- Search several versions of the Bible by word or
phrase.
The Bible - God's love letter to you. Read it daily.
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