Knollwood Baptist Church

Sunday School

Sunday School Director - Joan Lennon

Sunday School at Knollwood Baptist Church provides a comprehensive approach for all ages for Bible study and faith development. Our program encourages spiritual growth, offers a caring community, fosters the development of a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ, and empowers learners to be servants to one another in the world through faithful living.
Please accept our invitation to join in the fellowship and community of the Sunday School class of your choice. Join with others in the journey to grow in knowledge and understanding of our Christian faith and in a Christian lifestyle.
Join with us as we strive to be faithful to the journey in answer to God's call through Christ.
A Sunday School greeter is available each Sunday morning in the vestibule of Building B
to assist you in visiting any of our classes.

Preschool Division
Rooms: B119-B126

Infants through five-year-olds are provided a nurturing and caring environment during the Sunday School
time and in extended session at worship time. Activities are designed to develop a positive concept of self and church through a knowledge of God's world and God's people surrounding the pre-schooler. A
creative learning environment is provided through Bible stories, music, and craft activities.

Elementary Division
Grades 1-5
Rooms: B231-B254

Children in the elementary division gain greater experience in applying the teachings of the Bible to their own lives. Activities are designed to help these children develop an understanding of the
Christian faith as expressed in Bible stories, in the life and work of the church, and in personal service.

Youth Division
Noffsinger Youth Building (Bldg. C)
High School – Upstairs
Middle School – Downstairs
Director: Diane Lipsett and Richard Vinson
Dynamic Biblical teaching and the occasional mission adventure challenge youth to grow in their relationship with God. More than any time during the week’s youth program Sunday school is a focused time of Bible study. In 2007-2008 the youth surveyed the Old and New Testaments. In 2008-09, we will follow the lectionary scriptures (the ones we use in Sunday morning worship) and see what discuss what it means to live like Christ. So come prepared with Bible in hand to learn about what God can do in you and this world.

Adult Division
Directors: Brad Jacobs, Mary Eva Knight
The adult division spans the age groupings from young adults to median adults and senior adults.
Diversity in class studies characterizes the adult division with the underlying vision to meet the
spiritual needs and challenges of the changing years of adult life. Class descriptions are as follows:

Agape
Room: A178-179
Teachers: Ted Dougherty, Ted Philpott
A class open to all ages, opinions, both genders, single or coupled. This class follows the CBF Formation literature series and is a highly interactive community exploring scripture with a focus on relativity to current issues.

Discovery
Room A163
Coordinators: Beatrice Bruteau, Tom Elmore, John Harrison
Open to all adults, the class is discussion-oriented and centered on keeping faith viable in the 21st Century. Topics include classical and contemporary theology, Protestant and Baptist traditions, world religions and worldviews, and current issues of interest and concern in our society. Speakers are often invited to lead and participate in discussion topics.

Ekklesia
Room B162
Teachers: Stephen B. Ball, Andy Tooze
A discussion-based class for young adults, Ekklesia seeks to live out the calling to follow Christ through study, support and service. Currently following the Revised Standard Lectionary in our discussions.

Faith in Action Seminar
A182
Teachers: Mark Jensen, Steve Scoggin
The Faith In Action class does Bible and book studies in a discussion format. Its members cover a wide range of ages. ? Members of this class have been involved in a local community development group called CHANGE, as well as other ministries in the area.

Friendship
Room A166
Teachers: Bettye Briggs, Dean Clifford, Helen Webb
The Friendship class is a Ladies’ Class which uses the Smyth & Helwys Formations literature. Teaching responsibilities are shared by three class members. Emphasis is on the relevance of the lesson topic to our church and to individual members. A variety of teaching methods are used. Questions and discussion are always encouraged. This small class (average attendance of about 11) enjoys caring for its members as well as others. Although some of the members are actively employed, most are retired and involved in a variety of volunteer activities, travel and hobbies. New members are welcomed with open arms.
When Dean teaches, the lesson starts at 9:45 as she tries to leave for choir at 10:30. Most members get to class by 9:30. We want time to visit and time for the lesson so we come early.

Genesis Class
B115
Teacher: Bill Hearn
Weekly class size: 15-20
Demographics: Couples, singles ages 40’s &50’s.
Study: Discussion based studies based on Biblical texts. Class strives to incorporate reflections on application of Bible texts to daily life and current events.
Other Information: Our class plans to have 1-3 socials per year one of which includes families of members. We have been involved in the Salem Gardens resource center through Knollwood at Work and the Missions Committee.

Mary Martha
Room A174
Teacher: Susan Borwick
Known for its well organized, member-initiated caring for one another and its activist involvement in meeting the needs of others, the Mary-Martha Class challenges old and new members to live out the love we share in relationship with God. An energetic class of around 50 senior and other-aged women who strive to live out the models of both Mary and Martha, we seek Jesus’ guidance to grow spiritually and live out Jesus’ teachings and transforming love in our actions.
Emphasizing Bible study (The Smyth and Helwys Formations series is the jumping-off point),
we discuss original biblical contexts and their applications today.
Class activities lovingly address needs in our faith community, Winston-Salem, and the world.

Pilgrimage
Room A161
Teacher: Grover "Chip" Mims
We are a mix of couples and singles, ages 55 and counting. However, we won’t hold youth against you if you choose to join us. We are a Bible centered Sunday School Class using the Formations literature as our base for interesting and lively discussion. The Pilgrimage Class is well known for its great pot-luck luncheons after Church starring the “mystery meat” and great desserts. We have spun off a poetry reading group which meets periodically throughout the year.

Roddick
Room A164
Teachers: Bill Amos, Maurice Briggs, Dewey Hobbs, Wiley Guthrie, and Hoyt Rutledge
A class for men ages 60+. The Formations series from Smyth and Helwys Publishing, Inc.
is used for class lessons in a presentation and discussion format.


	Sunday School Sunday School Director - Joan Lennon Sunday School at Knollwood Baptist Church provides a comprehensive approach for all ages for Bible study and faith development. Our program encourages spiritual growth, offers a caring community, fosters the development of a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ, and empowers learners to be servants to one another in the world through faithful living. Please accept our invitation to join in the fellowship and community of the Sunday School class of your choice. Join with others in the journey to grow in knowledge and understanding of our Christian faith and in a Christian lifestyle. Join with us as we strive to be faithful to the journey in answer to God's call through Christ. A Sunday School greeter is available each Sunday morning in the vestibule of Building B to assist you in visiting any of our classes.
	Preschool Division Rooms: B119-B126 Infants through five-year-olds are provided a nurturing and caring environment during the Sunday School time and in extended session at worship time. Activities are designed to develop a positive concept of self and church through a knowledge of God's world and God's people surrounding the pre-schooler. A creative learning environment is provided through Bible stories, music, and craft activities.
	Elementary Division Grades 1-5 Rooms: B231-B254 Children in the elementary division gain greater experience in applying the teachings of the Bible to their own lives. Activities are designed to help these children develop an understanding of the Christian faith as expressed in Bible stories, in the life and work of the church, and in personal service.			Youth Division Noffsinger Youth Building (Bldg. C) High School – Upstairs Middle School – Downstairs Director: Diane Lipsett and Richard Vinson Dynamic Biblical teaching and the occasional mission adventure challenge youth to grow in their relationship with God. More than any time during the week’s youth program Sunday school is a focused time of Bible study. In 2007-2008 the youth surveyed the Old and New Testaments. In 2008-09, we will follow the lectionary scriptures (the ones we use in Sunday morning worship) and see what discuss what it means to live like Christ. So come prepared with Bible in hand to learn about what God can do in you and this world.

	Adult Division Directors: Brad Jacobs, Mary Eva Knight The adult division spans the age groupings from young adults to median adults and senior adults. Diversity in class studies characterizes the adult division with the underlying vision to meet the spiritual needs and challenges of the changing years of adult life. Class descriptions are as follows:

	Agape Room: A178-179 Teachers: Ted Dougherty, Ted Philpott A class open to all ages, opinions, both genders, single or coupled. This class follows the CBF Formation literature series and is a highly interactive community exploring scripture with a focus on relativity to current issues. Discovery Room A163 Coordinators: Beatrice Bruteau, Tom Elmore, John Harrison Open to all adults, the class is discussion-oriented and centered on keeping faith viable in the 21st Century. Topics include classical and contemporary theology, Protestant and Baptist traditions, world religions and worldviews, and current issues of interest and concern in our society. Speakers are often invited to lead and participate in discussion topics. Ekklesia Room B162 Teachers: Stephen B. Ball, Andy Tooze A discussion-based class for young adults, Ekklesia seeks to live out the calling to follow Christ through study, support and service. Currently following the Revised Standard Lectionary in our discussions. Faith in Action Seminar A182 Teachers: Mark Jensen, Steve Scoggin The Faith In Action class does Bible and book studies in a discussion format. Its members cover a wide range of ages. ? Members of this class have been involved in a local community development group called CHANGE, as well as other ministries in the area. Friendship Room A166 Teachers: Bettye Briggs, Dean Clifford, Helen Webb The Friendship class is a Ladies’ Class which uses the Smyth & Helwys Formations literature. Teaching responsibilities are shared by three class members. Emphasis is on the relevance of the lesson topic to our church and to individual members. A variety of teaching methods are used. Questions and discussion are always encouraged. This small class (average attendance of about 11) enjoys caring for its members as well as others. Although some of the members are actively employed, most are retired and involved in a variety of volunteer activities, travel and hobbies. New members are welcomed with open arms. When Dean teaches, the lesson starts at 9:45 as she tries to leave for choir at 10:30. Most members get to class by 9:30. We want time to visit and time for the lesson so we come early. Genesis Class B115 Teacher: Bill Hearn Weekly class size: 15-20 Demographics: Couples, singles ages 40’s &50’s. Study: Discussion based studies based on Biblical texts. Class strives to incorporate reflections on application of Bible texts to daily life and current events. Other Information: Our class plans to have 1-3 socials per year one of which includes families of members. We have been involved in the Salem Gardens resource center through Knollwood at Work and the Missions Committee. Mary Martha Room A174 Teacher: Susan Borwick Known for its well organized, member-initiated caring for one another and its activist involvement in meeting the needs of others, the Mary-Martha Class challenges old and new members to live out the love we share in relationship with God. An energetic class of around 50 senior and other-aged women who strive to live out the models of both Mary and Martha, we seek Jesus’ guidance to grow spiritually and live out Jesus’ teachings and transforming love in our actions. Emphasizing Bible study (The Smyth and Helwys Formations series is the jumping-off point), we discuss original biblical contexts and their applications today. Class activities lovingly address needs in our faith community, Winston-Salem, and the world. Pilgrimage Room A161 Teacher: Grover "Chip" Mims We are a mix of couples and singles, ages 55 and counting. However, we won’t hold youth against you if you choose to join us. We are a Bible centered Sunday School Class using the Formations literature as our base for interesting and lively discussion. The Pilgrimage Class is well known for its great pot-luck luncheons after Church starring the “mystery meat” and great desserts. We have spun off a poetry reading group which meets periodically throughout the year. Roddick Room A164 Teachers: Bill Amos, Maurice Briggs, Dewey Hobbs, Wiley Guthrie, and Hoyt Rutledge A class for men ages 60+. The Formations series from Smyth and Helwys Publishing, Inc. is used for class lessons in a presentation and discussion format.