Parenting with Guidance
In this lesson, the Johnson's and Rutter's discuss how to parent with guidance. They help parents learn how to capture those "teachable moments."
Adult Class Archive: 2011
Helping Kids Develop Christ-like Character
In this lesson, the Johnson's and Rutter's teach parents how to help their children develop Christ-like character.
Parenting with Limits
In this lesson, the Johnson's and Rutter's talk about parenting with limits. Click here to read an article that talks about parenting with grace and truth.
Developing a Foundation of Love
In this lesson, we discuss how imperfect parents raising imperfect kids develop a foundation of love. Click here to read a great article that ties in with this lesson.
Anticipating the Weight of Parenting
In this lesson, the Johnson's and Rutter's discuss the reasons why imperfect parents anticipate the weight of parenting.
Crisis Theory & Practice
In this lesson, Seth Hammond discusses crisis theory and practice: danger vs. opportunity.
Revelation
In this lesson, Scott Simmons finishes the class by giving an overview of the book of James - Revelation.
Maintaining Boundaries
In this lesson, Seth Hammond discusses how to maintain proper boundaries in caregiving.
Paul’s Epistles
In this lesson, Scott Simmons gives an overview of Paul's Epistles.
Silence & Solitude
In this lesson, Matt Ryman talks about the importance of silence and solitude in our devotional life.
Prayer & Worship
In this lesson, Matt Ryman discusses the importance of prayer and worship.
The Gospel & Acts
In this lesson, Scott Simmons covers the Gospels and Acts.
Assertiveness: Relating Gently & Firmly Part 2
In this lesson, Seth Hammond continues his discussion on assertivness: how to relate firmly and gently.
Introduction and Bible Reading
In this lesson, Matt Ryman gives an introduction to the class and discusses the topic of Bible reading.
Introduction to the New Testament
What is the New Testament all about?
In this lesson, Scott Simmons takes us through an overview of the New Testament by describing the Messianic hope and fulfillment, the Kingdom of God and its good news, and the need for the New Testament.
Enlightenment & Eschatology
In this lesson, Joseph Torres talks about enlightenment (the wisdom lit.) and eschatology (the prophets and the post-exilic community).
Assertiveness: Relating Gently & Firmly Part 1
In this lesson, Seth Hammond defines what is means to be assertive and describes three ways in which we are not assertive: passive, aggressive and passive aggressive.
The End Years
In this week's lesson, Gary and Alice Fredricks discuss the end years.
Process vs. Results in Caregiving
In this lesson, Ida Bergeron describes the importance of helping people process their answers instead of giving them a solution. Jenny Karraker, a Stephen Minister, also describes her experience as a Stephen Minister at UPC.
The Cost of Caregiving
In this lesson, David San Filippo discusses the cost of caregiving.
Enthronment and the Exile
In this lesson, Joseph Torres discusses the enthronment (the rise of the monarchy) and the exile.
Practical Strategies for Helping Without Hurting
In this lesson, Dan Felix discusses practical strategies for helping people without hurting people.
The Exodus and Entrance into the Promised Land
In this week's lesson, Joseph Torres discusses the exodus and entrance into the Promised Land.
The Art of Listening
In this lesson, Seth Hammond discusses the importance of active listening and giving reflective responses.
Practical Principles in our Ministry to the Poor
In this lesson, Dan Felix gives practical principles in our ministry to the poor. He discusses the three phases of helping people through crisis: relief, rehabilitation and development.
Communication
In this week's lesson, David San Filippo discusses the role of communication between the child and elderly parent.
God’s Choosing of Abraham & the Enslavement of Israel in Egypt
In this week's lesson, Joseph Torres talks about God's choosing of Abraham and the enslavement of Israel in Egypt.
Building Foundational Concepts to Help the Poor
In this lesson, Dan Felix begins by discussing the book When Helping Hurts.
Yours, Mine & Ours
In this lesson, Ida Bergeron talks about how we can help our care receivers discover their feelings, and in the process, discover how to cope with our own feelings.
Identifying Needs
In this lesson, David San Filippo talks about the typical problems in relating to elderly parents and gives tips for dealing with problems related to elderly parents.
The Unity and Diversity of Scripture
In this lesson, Joseph Torres discusses the unity and diversity of Scripture as well as the account of the creation and fall found in Genesis 1-3.
Giving in Community
Human beings were designed to thrive in community. We need each other. This class will look at the foundation of the early church as a model for us to follow. Christian community ought to be where believers can be heard and accepted, and also a place where we can give our lives away to others in service of Christ.
Listening & Accepting in Community
Human beings were designed to thrive in community. We need each other. This class will look at the foundation of the early church as a model for us to follow. Christian community ought to be where believers can be heard and accepted, and also a place where we can give our lives away to others in service of Christ.
Foundation of Community
Human beings were designed to thrive in community. We need each other. This class will look at the foundation of the early church as a model for us to follow. Christian community ought to be where believers can be heard and accepted, and also a place where we can give our lives away to others in service of Christ.
Reformed View of the Sacraments
In this session of elder-deacon training, Mike Osborne explains the Reformed view of the sacraments, with emphasis on why Presbyterians baptize the children of believers.
Justification, Adoption, Sanctification
In this session, Mike Osborne teaches the elder-deacon candidates on two of the three benefits of our union with Christ: adoption and sanctification.
What it Means to be Reformed (pt.3)
In Session 5 of Mike Osborne's theology class for new officer candidates, he finished the Five Points of Calvinism (Perseverance of the Saints) and taught on one of the fruits of our union with Christ, namely, justification by faith alone.
What it Means to be Reformed (pt.2)
In Session 4, Mike Osborne taught Part 2 of "What It Means To Be Reformed." In this lesson, he covered two more of the Five Points of Calvinism: limited atonement and unconditional election.
What it Means to be Reformed (pt.1)
In Session 3 of Officer Training, Pastor Mike Osborne taught Part One of "What It Means To Be Reformed." When most people hear "reformed," they think of the sovereignty of God and the Five Points of Calvinism (TULIP). In this lesson, Mike covers two of the five points: total depravity and irresistible grace.
The Bible: Foundation for Belief and Life
In this lesson, Mike Osborne teaches on why we at UPC believe the Bible is inerrant, inspired, infallible, and authoritative. Included in this lesson are 12 reasons we trust our Bible.
Introduction to Officer Training
In this first lecture, Mike Osborne introduces officer candidates to the nature, qualifications, duties, and importance of the two offices of elder and deacon.
Followers As Leaders - Week 4
Nearly all of us are in some position of leadership; be it in our home as husbands or parents, our business, our church, our government, or any other organization. As believers, we are actually equipped to be exceptional leaders, but we are often disappointed because we forget to embrace the principles of being healthy, discipled Christ-followers. This course studies the Biblical principles of leadership guided by the theme that in order to become better leaders, we must first learn to become better followers of the King.
Followers As Leaders - Week 3
Nearly all of us are in some position of leadership; be it in our home as husbands or parents, our business, our church, our government, or any other organization. As believers, we are actually equipped to be exceptional leaders, but we are often disappointed because we forget to embrace the principles of being healthy, discipled Christ-followers. This course studies the Biblical principles of leadership guided by the theme that in order to become better leaders, we must first learn to become better followers of the King.
Followers As Leaders - Week 2
Nearly all of us are in some position of leadership; be it in our home as husbands or parents, our business, our church, our government, or any other organization. As believers, we are actually equipped to be exceptional leaders, but we are often disappointed because we forget to embrace the principles of being healthy, discipled Christ-followers. This course studies the Biblical principles of leadership guided by the theme that in order to become better leaders, we must first learn to become better followers of the King.
Followers As Leaders - Week 1
Nearly all of us are in some position of leadership; be it in our home as husbands or parents, our business, our church, our government, or any other organization. As believers, we are actually equipped to be exceptional leaders, but we are often disappointed because we forget to embrace the principles of being healthy, discipled Christ-followers. This course studies the Biblical principles of leadership guided by the theme that in order to become better leaders, we must first learn to become better followers of the King.
From Eden to Independence Hall
How did we get our Constitution in America? In this class we discussed the history from Milvian Bridge to Independence Hall.
I’m too Busy to Share My Faith
In this class, Seth Hammond discusses the concern: “I’m too busy to share my faith” by looking at ways we can reach the people we know, the people we used to know, and the people we want to know.
I Don’t Know How to Share My Faith
Are you concerned about not knowing how to share your faith? Seth Hammond gives us 3 ways on how we can share our faith by using the direct method, indirect method, and invitational method.
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A Prayer of Resolve & Faith
Week 3 of a 3 week series. You can download the outline by clicking the button to the right and the class notes here.
The Righteous Will Live By His Faith
Week 2 of a 3 week series. You can download the outline by clicking the button to the right and the class notes here.
How Long, O Lord?
Week 1 of a 3 week series. You can download the outline by clicking the button to the right and the class notes here.
What We Believe About the Bible - Sola Scriptura
The Bible and Science
Which Bible?
The Bible is Old - is It Reliable?
The Canon - Why Just Those Books?
The Message - From God to us
During the first week, we will be evaluating the statement, "The Bible wasn't written by a god. It was written and re-written, interpreted and re-interpreted by men."
Where We Are Today
Colonial America & the Great Awakening
English Puritanism & 18th Century Revivals
English Puritanism & Scottish Reformations
The Life of John Calvin
The Life of Martin Luther: Part 2 & The Life of Zwingli
The Life of Martin Luther
Before the Reformation
Augustine, Schism between East & West, Crusades
Heresies & Councils
Persecutions Through the Early 4th Century
Church History - Class 1
Class 1 of our Church History series.
1 Peter - Submission
1 Peter - Suffering
1 Peter - Sanctification
1 Peter - Salvation
Biblical Parenting - Class 6
Developing a Child of Character, Helping Them Find Their Calling
Biblical Parenting - Class 5
The Gift of the Blessing, Instilling a Heart of Discipline
Biblical Parenting - Class 4
Biblical Communication
Biblical Parenting - Class 3
Studying Your Child
Biblical Parenting - Class 2
The Marriage Relationship, Authority and Obedience, Motivations
Biblical Parenting - Class 1
The Heart of the Matter
Biblical Parenting Course Outline
This is a course outline for the Biblical Parenting Class