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Adult Formation Report
Through 2022 we continued our practice of holding Adult Formation in sets of themed series, of generally 4-6 weeks each. This has allowed presenters to take a deep dive into their subjects and offer participants to develop their learning and study each week. It seems that people also appreciate a study series with a fixed length, rather than an open -ended commitment.
During the year we held three major study series during the 9:15am Adult Formation hour, in addition to a number of one-off sessions:
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Paul Dietrich led an compelling series entitled “Forgiveness.” Paul presented three programs of short selections from the PBS documentary he produced.
Dan Smith led us in a series entitled “Purpose Driven Life” based on the book of the same name by Paul Warren.
During the later part of 2022
Jonathan Catherwood took us on a whistle-stop tour of scripture with his series “Bible 101.” This was a great opportunity to uncover so much of the context and character of the many and various books of the Bible and learn more about their authors.
Our weekly Bible Study led by Joe Fluet, met throughout the year, and it was really encouraging to see this group grow in numbers when the new fall series began.
Wine & Word, also continued to meet, generously hosted at the home of Dan & Amy Smith, and a good number of people from Trinity regularly enjoyed these times of discussion and learning through several themed series.
A number of the Trinity men also continued to regularly enjoy the “2nd Tuesday” gatherings hosted by Scott Andrews, with bible study and breakfast, and a range of visiting speakers. This is an open group, held each month at Meadowkirk, Delta Farm, Middleburg. Do join them!
Elizabeth Thomas reconvened our occasional online book group as part of our Faith, Race, & Justice series. A small group met and enjoyed an enriching time reading and discussing “Blood Done Sign My Name,” by Timothy Tyson .
Trinity Men’s Breakfast continues to meet on the third Saturday of the month, 8:00am, Cox Hall, and offers lively discussion on topics chosen by attendees, as well as food, fun, and fellowship. Contact Gray Coyner for more details or just come along and join them. 540.454.1468.
