Education |
Jim Lawson, Phil Morris & Jim Nix, Elders |
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Bible School Program (Pre-School - 5th Grade) |
Jay Stark, Deacon |
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Great emphasis is given to learning how to be like Jesus. Since this is so vital, classes are provided for all age groups. Qualified supervisors and teachers carefully evaluate and select the materials for study with the objective of giving students a good knowledge of the Bible. Supervisors for the Bible School Program are Jo Farley, Preschool; Kathy Ernstberger, Grades 1-6; Cindy Lassiter, Grades 7-12.
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Bible School Program (6th - 12th Grade) |
Nick Hutchens - Youth Minister |
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Bible education is a top priority at Glendale Road. Our desire is to build upon the basic principles taught and explored in preschool and elementary classes in order to shape young people into being faithful, even in adolescence. Our goal is to train - in conjunction with the family - teenagers that make a difference in their world and to begin a journey with God that grows with intensity and commitment. We offer separate classes every Wednesday and Sunday for both middle and high school.
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Adult Education |
Kent McCuistion, Deacon |
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The purpose of the program is to offer a variety of classes for the adult population of the Glendale Road congregation. These classes are offered on both Sunday at 10am and Wednesday at 7pm. The subject material varies with each class and in many cases is determined by the class members. These classes usually have a mixture of various age groups for both genders with men teaching the classes. There are four "Ladies Only" classes taught, two on Sunday morning and two on Wednesday evening which are taught by ladies of the congregation. The purpose of each class is to give support and encouragement to one another as well as a better understanding of the scriptures and the ability to apply the word of God to daily lives.
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College-Age Program |
Todd Walker - Associate Minister |
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The focus of this program is to minister to the spiritual and emotional needs of our college-age members and to provide an evangelistic outreach to our local university students. We have classes that are designed to emphasize following our Savior's pattern of life and love for our fellow men.
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There are various activities and opportunities for these young adults including: Wednesday evening meals, devotionals, retreats, mission work, and service activities. We have also participated in "Great Beginnings" on the Murray State campus.
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Vacation Bible School |
Nick Hutchens - Youth Minister |
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The Glendale Road church hosts a week-ong VBS in June each year for children up to 5th grade. The primary goal is to involve the children in the Biblical story to show how God has been faithful to the world since the beginning and also to share the Bible culture and times. Our week consists of a rotation of drama, puppets, crafts and refreshments.
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Special (Ladies BibleClass, New Members Orientation, etc.) |
Kent McCuistion, Deacon |
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Education programs other than actual Sunday morning or Wednesday evening Bible classes are grouped together in the Special category. This includes Tuesday Ladies' Bible Class and Orientation for New Members.
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Young N' Hearts |
Todd Walker - Associate Minister |
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Since the early 1980s, emphasis has been given to a work among the elderly, called Young "N" Heart. Those over 65 years of age are invited to a Bible class each Thursday at 10:30am. Following class, women of the church feed the group for a nominal fee. Afterward, the group enjoys an activity of entertainment or conversation. Todd Walker teaches the class and Beth Falwell organizes the activities which include occasional trips out of town for food, shopping, sightseeing and other enjoyment.
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Library |
Jay Stark - Deacon |
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The library, including special collections and memorial gifts, is overseen by church staff.
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