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Intentional faith development is a core value at Burke.
We encourage everyone who attends BUMC to be intentionally seeking to know God better through Bible study, individual and group study, and spiritual conversation. We offer learning opportunities for everyone from our youngest to our older members.
This year's Sunday morning schedule includes worship at 9:30 AM with a Sunday School hour following, beginning at 10:30 AM. We hope this Dedicated Sunday School hour will allow for everyone- no matter your age- to have an opportunity to be a part of worship and be a part of a class in which you learn and grow your faith! We also have small groups throughout the week. Use the links below to find a class that works for you!
Adult Education:
We believe in learning and growing in our faith in community here at BUMC. We have a new round of adult education classes starting at different points throughout the year and would love for you to choose the one that fits your schedule/interests the best. Questions? Contact Rev. Evelyn Archer-Taminger for more details or to get connected with a group's leader.
Short Term Classes:
The Voice You Long to Hear
"The Voice You Long to Hear" is a class which seeks to answer the question: "What does it mean to listen for God?" The first section of our Barnabas series, this class is a great opportunity to get deeper in your faith through journaling, reading scripture, conversation, and supporting one another along the journey. This class will begin Sunday, February 18 at 10:30 am in the Peace Room and will run through Palm Sunday.
✔️ Facilitated by Barry Burdette and Anne Sawin
📍Sundays at 10:30 AM in the Peace Room
General Conference Information Sessions
In 2024, the United Methodist Church is having a General Conference; in which big decisions will be made for the entire denomination. Pastor Jason will be holding some information sessions about the important legislation that will be voted upon during General Conference. This is a great opportunity to learn more about important news and big changes for the worldwide church! These information sessions will be offered at 6 pm on Sundays beginning February 18 and ending on March 17.
✔️ Facilitated by Pastor Jason
📍Sundays from 6:00-7:30 pm on Zoom; can receive recording if unable to attend
General Conference Class 1 Recording
General Conference Class 2 Recording
General Conference Class 3 Recording
Just Faith: Sacred Air
BUMC is excited to offer Just Faith: Sacred Air. This is the second installment of the Just Faith Environmental series. The class will meet Tuesday evenings at 7pm. Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!
✔️ Facilitated by Beth Ann Velo and Nanlee Edwards
📍Tuesdays at 7 pm on Zoom, starting April 2 (will meet for 8 sessions)
Ongoing/Long Term Classes:
HOPE Small Group: The Fourth Gospel: Tales of a Jewish Mystic by John Shelby Spong
All are welcome to join the HOPE small group, whether you've been before or have never experienced this group gathering. They meet on Sundays in a hybrid format - feel free to join in person in the Discipleship Room or on Zoom.
✔️ Facilitated by Audrey Romasco, assisted by Frank Marlow
📍Sundays at 10:45 AM (gathering at 10:45, lesson starting at 11 am), Discipleship Room and online
GIFT Small Group: Savior - What The Bible Says About The Cross by Magrey deVega
The GIFT Small Group meets in person on Sundays following worship. If you're looking for a Lenten study and supportive community, this is a group for you.
✔️ Facilitated by Ken Robison
📍 Sundays at 10:30 AM in The Grace Room
Women in Study (WIS): Susan Robb's Seven Words
WIS's Lenten study focuses on the seven phrases Jesus spoke on the cross, according to scripture.
✔️ Facilitated by Roz Hoagland
📍 Thursdays at 10 AM-11:30 am on Zoom
Men's Fellowship Group: Tom Berlin's "The Third Day: Living the Resurrection" via Amplify.
This class meets in a hybrid style (you may come in person to the Covenant Room, or meet via Zoom) on Thursdays at 7:30 pm.
✔️ Facilitated by Tom Jaeger
📍 Meets each 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 7:30-9:00 pm both on Zoom and in the Covenant Room (hybrid meeting, feel free to attend in person or online!)
**For the month of February only, the group will meet on the 2nd and 4th Sundays (Feb 8 and 22)
Tuesday Morning Small Group: "The Third Day: Living the Resurrection" by Tom Berlin
The Tuesday Morning Small Group will begin this study on March 5, meeting through the 19th, skipping Holy Week, and finishing up their study on April 2, 9, and 16.
✔️ Facilitated by Kathy Nash
📍 Tuesdays at 10 AM on Zoom
Parent Fellowship:
Parents Fellowship is a conversation-based group of parents of Pre K and school age children. Each week, parents meet to discuss the themes brought up during the worship service, as well as check in with one another. No home reading is required. Parents Fellowship meets at 10:30am on Sundays in The Covenant Room.
✔️ Facilitated by Shannon Terranova
📍 Sundays at 10:30 am in The Covenant Room
Disciple 1:
Disciple 1 is currently in session. This class if a chance to enhance your knowledge and understanding of the Bible for a richer and more personal faith walk through individual study of the Old and New Testaments. Participants will need to purchase the Disciple 1 Fast Track Study Manuals for the Old and New Testament which can be found at www.cokesbury.com. This class will run for 24 sessions.
✔️ Facilitated by Mike Sawin and Randy Jones
📍Mondays from 7:00-8:30 PM in The Discipleship Room
LEARN Livestreams:
November 7, 2021: Nevertheless She Preached
We were so grateful to Rev. Dr. Margaret Kutz for her wonderful book talk highlighting two influential women in the Methodist movement on November 7, 2021. If you missed the event, you can check out the video livestream! There are some buffering issues, but hopefully that won't hinder your ability to watch and learn with us. Keep an eye out for more LEARN events coming soon!
February 27, 2022: Sacred Voices
Author and poet Sherri Waas Shunfenthal gave a presentation on a collection of poetry she wrote called "Sacred Voices: Women of Genesis Speak". Her poems are written from these ancient women's points of view, and her words reflect their joy, their pain, and their relationship with the Lord. Sherri, a Jewish woman herself, examines these women's stories with reverence and care.
February 19, 2023: Prayer Event
BUMC prayer leaders explain different ways to connect with God. A great event to watch if you've been looking to deepen your personal prayer life outside of worship!
More Opportunities to LEARN:
AMPLIFY
SAFE SANCTUARIES
Amplify is a digital platform you can subscribe to for FREE! It is full of video teaching, conversation, and devotionals from Methodist & Wesleyan teachers for all ages. One member said it was her new NETFLIX!
You can use the Burke UMC Access Code, which is WHBLZG.
Burke United Methodist takes seriously the responsibility of protecting all of God's children. All of our staff and volunteers are trained using our Safe Sanctuaries policy.
ONLINE RESOURCES
Learning can happen in community and individually. If you are looking for ways to dive into your faith and expand on certain topics you're interested in, there are some courses and resources that can help guide your learning.
Have questions about our LEARN ministries? Reach out to Rev. Evelyn Archer-Taminger!