CHURCH SCHOOL          The Bible is our basic resource for Christian living.  Understanding it is a lifelong search, since we are unable to grasp its full truths at any one time in life.  The purpose of Church School is to help persons of all ages in this search.  Participation in Church School enables persons to: learn the content of the Bible. understand their lives in light of the biblical message.  recognize and deal with tensions between biblical truth and the realities of living in the modern world. respond as faithful disciples of Jesus Christ.        Whether married or single, working or in college, regardless of age, there is a class for you in the Church School at MacPherson Presbyterian Church to help you study the Bible systematically and discover how truly it is “the book of life”.        Church School begins at 9:30 a.m. each Sunday morning with refreshments and devotion in the Fellowship Hall.  At 9:50 the elementary children sing for 10 minutes. Church School classes convene at 10 a.m.  A crib nursery, attended by caring adults, is provided each Sunday.       ADMINISTRATION   Michelle Simmons, Superintendent Buddy McKethan, Assistant Superintendent David Carter, Secretary/Treasurer Mary Dale, Worship Hour Coordinator Nancy Hatcher, Preschool Department Director JoAnn Nagle, Elementary Department Director David Thomas, Youth Department Director Elizabeth Mollett, Adult Department Director       OBJECTIVES   To increase knowledge and understanding of Scriptures. To foster growth in personal commitment to Jesus Christ. To encourage and prepare for participation in the mission of the Church. To assist persons of all ages, races, sexes, and conditions to find meaning and value in life and to become responsible decision makers. To provide an atmosphere of fellowship which will foster friendship and cooperation.  To become reflective, active persons in whole relation to God and to others, proceeding as disciples of Christ on the pilgrimage of faith and ministry, maturing in the Spirit.     NURSERY (AGES 1 1/2 - 2)   Curriculum:  Bible-based stories and age appropriate art which exude warmth, gentleness, and love are offered.  Little children will have no trouble understanding the events and feelings in the Bible stories.     TODDLERS/PRESCHOOL (AGES 3-4)   Curriculum:  Age appropriate activities and stories are offered to begin teaching Christian values (such as “love your neighbor”) to young children.  Teachers:  Connie Giardina, Nancy Goodrum, Michelle Griffin, and JoAnn Nagle     GRADES KINDERGARTEN – 2   Curriculum:  Age appropriate activities are offered for early elementary children. The curriculum material teaches concepts from the Old and New Testament in various forms such as drama, crafts, music, and games. Currently Studying:  Holy Week/Easter People Teachers:  Julia (Judy) Connor and Joel Postma     GRADES 3 - 5   Curriculum:  Age appropriate activities for senior elementary children are provided . Children begin hands-on experience with the Bible and Catechism.  Material teaches concepts from the Old and New Testament in various forms such as drama, crafts, music, and games. Currently Studying:  Holy Week/Easter People Teacher:  Jo Ann Nagle     MIDDLE SCHOOL   Curriculum:  The youth begin researching and studying the Bible through the teachings of Jesus.  They become increasingly familiar with parables and other teachings. Currently Studying:  My Feelings Teacher:  Laura Festa     SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL   Curriculum:  Senior High students begin to apply principles of the Bible to situations that occur in their lives.  Emphasis is on guided discussion in a relaxed, comfortable setting. Currently Studying: Life Applications Teacher:  Michelle Simmons     ADULT CLASSES   MEN’S BIBLE CLASS     Curriculum: David C. Cook Bible and Life Series Currently Studying: Holding Fast to the Faith Teachers:  Bobby Waters, George Cade     KATIE MACPHERSON CLASS     Curriculum: David C. Cook Bible and Life Series Currently Studying: Holding Fast to the Faith Teachers:  Lois Lambie and Peg Chapman     JOY CLASS   Curriculum: David C. Cook Bible and Life Series Currently Studying:Holding Fast to the Faith  Teachers:  Kathy Carter, Dannie Cade, and Doug White     COVENANT CLASS   Curriculum:  The Present Word Uniform Series. Teachers:  Ed Clark, Ruth Hatcher, Mary Mac McLean     SERENDIPITY  CLASS   Curriculum:  This class undertakes study of selected books/passages of the Serendipity Bible and are presently studying the book of Acts.  Thought provoking issues are addressed which increase the participant’s understanding and ability to relate the Bible to their daily life. Teachers:  Pam Darden, Deborah Ralph, Betty Jo Dent, Robert Anderson  Pictures from the Church School