Adult Education Opportunities
Special Adult Education Classes & Guest Speakers
Special Adult Christian Education classes and guest speakers are offered on Sundays throughout the year, occasionally before or after the worship service. The announcements and details for these are in the Spire monthly newsletter and weekly announcements.
Current Course: The Epistle to the Hebrews – A Bridge Between Old & New Testaments (Apr 26; May 2, 17, 31; Jun 7, 11:30 am, Heritage with Rev. Andrew Wall)
Join Pastor Andrew Wall for a new Adult Ed class at FPC! We’re be working our way through the Book of Hebrews, discerning its message and discussing how it ties our understanding of the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament together. Oftentimes we can wonder how the Old and New Testaments are connected. The Book of Hebrews offers us a picture of how what God has accomplished in Christ is not something new, but rooted in what has come before. All are welcome to join this exciting and informative time of discussion and learning together. Want to know more about the class before showing up? Feel free to email Andrew at awall@firstpresportland.org with your questions.
Previous Course: Homosexuality & the Bible (with Rev. Carmen Goetschius)
In 2025, as part of the Christian Education program, Rev. Carmen Goetschius delivered a lecture focused on homosexuality and its interpretation in the Bible. First Presbyterian Portland is committed to being an open and affirming congregation. For individuals seeking a thoughtful Biblical and theological perspective on supporting LGBTQ+ people, this presentation is strongly recommended.
Weekly Adult Education Gatherings
Adult Bible Lectionary Study
Every Sunday morning from 9:00 am – 10:00 am, Dr. Will Deming leads an Adult Bible Study on the lectionary Scripture passages for that day’s worship, using the Revised Common Lectionary. This is a wonderful way to dive into the Scriptures before hearing them in the worship service. Join this class via Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/92285138816. The Zoom Meeting ID is 922-8513-8816.
Women’s Book Club (Heritage & Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87566750637)
The first Tuesday at 11:15 am, the Women’s Book Club gathers at the church to fellowship and discuss that month’s chosen book. The group discusses both fiction and non-fiction texts. This group meets September through June. All are welcome!
Open Circle Women’s Group (Heritage & Zoom)
Every Thursday morning from 10:00 – 11:30 am during the program year, a weekly women’s study and fellowship group meets to check in with one another, engage in a Bible or topical study, and conclude with a time of prayer. All women are welcome!
Practical Theology Study & Discussion Group (John Knox & Zoom)
Every Thursday from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm, the Practical Theology and Discussion Group gathers at the church to study books and articles that explore Christian theology and thought. Feel free to drop in! All are welcome!
2 Dudes Study & Discussion Group (John Knox & Zoom)
Every Friday from 1:00 – 2:00 pm, the 2 Dudes Study & Discussion Group gathers at the church to discuss Christian theology and thought. Feel free to drop in! All are welcome!
Big Ideas Book Group (Chapel)
A book group dedicated to reading and chewing on the Big Ideas when it come to the life of the Church. The group meets the third Tuesday of the month at 6:00pm in the Chapel.