Faithful Friends: This friendly, all-inclusive adult class chooses various timely topics and literature for discussion such as the novel “The Shack” and more recently “The Christian Family Tree” by Adam Hamilton . The class periodically undertakes short term “Disciple” courses, the most recent being an exploration of Paul’s Letter to the Romans. An upcoming study will be led by Pastor Franklin on the world’s religions. Activities beyond the Sunday Morning studies include quarterly social gatherings and the support of a family in need of food and financial aid.
Location: 1st floor (room 105)
Contact Persons: Danny Reece - 670-9634 - Djac48@yahoo.com and Tim Van Noy - vannoy5@charter.net

Fellowship Class: This is a class of adult women who enjoy studying the Bible and its meaning in our lives. The primary curriculum is The Adult Bible Studies led by class members and other teachers. The discussions are lively and thought-provoking. Other studies such as "Five Practices of Fruitful Congregations" by Robert Schnase are used at times. The class members reach out to others in the church and community. Among other projects they have helped a middle school student since she was in first grade. They support programs of the church and several local missions with funds raised through an annual sale of pecans.

Location: 2nd floor directly behind the Sanctuary

Contact Person: Vicki Church - 973-4037 - vchurch2002@wilkes.net and Dot Peterman - 921-2028 - dempeterman@gmail.com

Lamplighters: Singles and couples 35 and up attend the Lamplighters Sunday School Class. The class enjoys an open sharing of ideas through discussion of the standard Adult Bible Studies - International Lessons as well as special topics. For example, the class has just completed a study of different denominations for the purpose of discovering similarities rather than differences. Members rotate as facilitators of the lessons and discussions. In addition, projects are undertaken that assist those in need. In recent years, the Lamplighters have generously supported the church's Emergency Fund through a variety of fundraisers. They also fund a scholarship for a deserving young man or woman in their second year at Wilkes Community College. This scholarship was created in memory of a faithful Lamplighter.

Location: 2nd floor (room 207)

Contacts: Marcia Little - 336-667-3095 - mlittle@rhbarringer.com

Men’s Bible Class: Using the Adult Bible Studies International curriculum members of this class rotate the teaching responsibilities monthly using lecture and discussion. Through several fund raising events this class supports our Scouting Program, Preschool, Habitat for Humanity, and the Church Emergency Fund for needy citizens of our community. They provide a church-wide breakfast the fourth Sunday of each month and every Sunday during the month of February.

Location: Men’s Fellowship Hall—first floor

Contact: Scott Glaze - Home: 336-667-3536 Cell:336-977-6672 - sglaze@rhanet.org

Pairs ‘n Spares: This loving and supportive community of faith made up of singles and couples uses the Adult Uniform Bible Study - International Series. This curriculum provides for a balanced look at the Bible through both Old and New Testament studies. Class members alternate teaching responsibilities and the presentations are followed by often lively discussions. This group is active in a variety of missions projects, locally, regionally and globally.

Location: Ground floor hallway (room 102) - Contact: Dick Johnston 667-4571 - johnston@ncmountain.com

New Horizons: Described by its members as friendly and welcoming with a laid-back environment for singles or couples, this class uses the Adult Bible Studies supplemented with outside curriculum such as DVD or Book Studies. A rotating facilitator schedule allows for discussion filled lessons. Additional activities include helping hands for church as needs arise and organization of a Thanksgiving meal for needy families in the community.

Location: 3rd floor (room 306)

Contact: Keith and Pam Lenderman - 838-7372 - kkplen@hotmail.com