The word disciple literally means "learner," one who dedicates themselves to learning the way of another. As disciples of Jesus Christ, we should be lifelong learners of who he is, what the Bible teaches concerning him, and what it means to follow him. Adult Sunday morning classes at First Free are designed to do this by offering classes that both pass on the faith and equip people for ministry and Christian living.
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Fall Semester Block Two
Block Two classes meet October 13 through December 15. No registration is required.
9:00 Classes
12 Historic Doctrines to Change Your Everyday Life
Room A2 | Leaders: Clayton Laird, Christian Raab, Andrew Coltrain
Join us for a two-part series as we follow the basic themes of Paul David Tripp’s book Do You Believe?: 12 Historic Doctrines to Change Your Everyday Life. Many would say that biblical illiteracy is one of the main problems in the church today. And yet just knowing more about the Bible isn’t enough. The Word of God must transform our lives to become more like our Savior Jesus. We will unpack the glorious truths of the Christian faith and see how they confront, relate to, and change our lives today.
Adults with Special Needs: Our Response to God
Room A1 | Leader: Evanelle Olinger
This is a class designed to meet the needs of adults with special needs. During this block the class will focus on how we respond to God by living a righteous and holy life. Also included will be activities to support the lessons and to help build relationships among the students. We welcome anyone eighteen years or older with special needs. To help us prepare adequately to meet the needs of all students, please contact Evanelle before attending the class.
Holy Sexuality and the Gospel
Room A5 | Leader: Various
How does the gospel affect your sexuality? How does the gospel affect how we address sexual problems in our families, in the church, or even in the culture? This class will focus on building a biblical foundation for understanding human sexuality and applying that biblical wisdom to current issues in church and culture. We will especially emphasize discipling kids in this important area, but anyone is welcome whether you have kids yourself or not.
Kingdom Living
Room A6 | Leaders: Dave Netherton, Dana Ferrell, Ken Chouinard
As believers we are called to live in God’s kingdom here on earth. What does that look like? We will discuss how to think and live biblically in our homes, workplaces, church relationships, community, and in dealing with current events. The class will be highly interactive and is open to people of all ages and life stages.
The Power of Biblical Peacemaking
Room B3 | Leader: Matt Brown
Continue exploring transformative conflict resolution through biblical teachings using The Peacemaker: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Personal Conflict by Ken Sande. The goals of this class are to understand how our own selfish sinful nature can shift from self-justification to focusing on God's power and goodness, gaining insights into handling conflict and reconciliation. This class is being offered in honor of Pastor Ron May, whose passion for reconciliation profoundly shaped many lives.
Reading Scripture Together: The Prophets
Room B4 | Leaders: Cary Lavender, Paul Lindstrom, Pat Moyer
This class continues a chronological reading through the Old Testament prophets. Through the rest of 2024 we will be studying the prophecies of Isaiah, Hosea, Nahum, and Zephaniah, as well as the early prophecies of Jeremiah. Using a “Read Through the Bible” format, we will individually read, and then, when we meet on Sunday morning as a group, we will discuss the chapters read that week.
10:45 Classes
Matthew
Room B3 | Leaders: Steve Nave and Wes Penner
Please join us as we study the first part of Matthew’s gospel, written to show that Jesus was and is indeed the King, Israel’s long-awaited Messiah. Matthew provides Old Testament testimony regarding the birth of Jesus, Bethlehem as the location of Jesus’s birth, the flight to Egypt, Herod’s slaughter of the infants, and the beginning of Jesus’s ministry. In a world where many in the Jewish community had claimed the role of Messiah for themselves, Matthew’s commitment to grounding the life of Jesus in the Old Testament raised Jesus above the multitude of these false messiahs. The apostle paints a portrait of our Lord that highlights his uniqueness among all others to ever walk this earth.
Spring Semester Block One 2025
Block One classes meet January 5 through March 16. No registration is required.
9:00 Classes
2 Thessalonians: Standing Firm with Purpose as We Wait for Christ
Room A5 | Leaders: Clayton Laird, Christian Raab, Andrew Coltrain
In a world filled with uncertainty, it's easy to feel shaken. Join us for an encouraging time of relationship-building, interactive study, and prayer as we explore the book of 2 Thessalonians. Together, we’ll discover how to stand firm with confidence as we await Christ’s return. This study will help us deepen our hope in him and find renewed purpose that shapes how we live today.
Adults with Special Needs: Our Response to God
Room A1 | Leader: Evanelle Olinger
This is a class designed to meet the needs of adults with special needs. During this block the class will focus on how we respond to God by living a righteous and holy life. Also included will be activities to support the lessons and to help build relationships among the students. We welcome anyone eighteen years or older with special needs. To help us prepare adequately to meet the needs of all students, please contact Evanelle before attending the class.
Growing Together in Christ
Room B3 | Leader: Matt Brown
Do you desire a deeper relationship with God and a stronger connection with your church community? Join us for this 11-week class designed to equip you to live in a covenant community and empower you to engage in God’s mission. Each week will focus on practical and biblical insights, covering topics like seeking God through worship, prayer, service, and submission, while fostering a renewed commitment to live for his glory. Whether you're new to the church or a longtime member, this class will help you grow spiritually and relationally as we seek him together.
Kingdom Living
Room A6 | Leaders: Dave Netherton, Dana Ferrell, Ken Chouinard
As believers we are called to live in God’s kingdom here on earth. What does that look like? We will discuss how to think and live biblically in our homes, workplaces, church relationships, community, and in dealing with current events. The class will be highly interactive and is open to people of all ages and life stages.
Reading Scripture Together: The Gospel and Acts, Part 1
Room B4 | Leaders: Cary Lavender, Paul Lindstrom, Pat Moyer
Using a “Read Through the Bible” format, we will individually read, and then, when we meet on Sunday mornings as a group, we’ll discuss the chapters read that week. We will read through the Gospels using a chronological reading schedule. After completing the Gospels, we’ll read through the Book of Acts.
10:45 Class
Matthew, Part 2
Room B3 | Leaders: Steve Nave and Wes Penner
Please join us as we study the second part of Matthew’s gospel written to show that Jesus was and is indeed the King, Israel’s long-awaited Messiah. Matthew consistently provides Old Testament testimony regarding the birth of Jesus, Bethlehem as the location of Jesus’s birth, the flight to Egypt, Herod’s slaughter of the infants, and the beginning of Jesus’s ministry. In a world where many in the Jewish community had claimed the role of Messiah for themselves, Matthew’s commitment to grounding the life of Jesus in the Old Testament raised Jesus above the multitude of these false messiahs. The apostle paints a portrait of our Lord that highlights his uniqueness among all others to ever walk this earth.
Spring Semester Block Two 2025
Block Two classes meet March 23 through May 25. No registration is required.
9:00 Classes
12 Historic Doctrines to Change Your Everyday Life
Room A5 | Leaders: Clayton Laird, Christian Raab, Andrew Coltrain
Join us for the second of a two-part series as we follow the basic themes of Paul David Tripp’s book Do You Believe?: 12 Historic Doctrines to Change Your Everyday Life. Many would say that biblical illiteracy is one of the main problems in the church today. And yet just knowing more about the Bible isn’t enough. The Word of God must transform our lives to become more like our Savior Jesus. We will unpack the glorious truths of the Christian faith and see how they confront, relate to, and change our lives today.
Adults with Special Needs: Our Response to God
Room A1 | Leader: Evanelle Olinger
This is a class designed to meet the needs of adults with special needs. During this block the class will focus on how we respond to God by living a righteous and holy life. Also included will be activities to support the lessons and to help build relationships among the students. We welcome anyone eighteen years or older with special needs. To help us prepare adequately to meet the needs of all students, please contact Evanelle before attending the class.
Work and Technology: Living Faithfully in a Modern World
Room B3 | Leader: Various
How can Christians navigate the demands of work and the challenges of a tech-driven world with faith and purpose? This class invites you to explore two key aspects of daily life: work and technology. In the first half, we’ll uncover God’s design for work, reflecting on its purpose, challenges, and connection to Sabbath rest and retirement. The second half focuses on technology’s impact on our identity, relationships, and parenting. Through Scripture and discussion, we’ll discover practical ways to honor God in a tech-driven world. Join us for biblical insights and tools to navigate these essential areas of life with faith and purpose.
Kingdom Living
Room A6 | Leaders: Dave Netherton, Dana Ferrell, Ken Chouinard
As believers we are called to live in God’s kingdom here on earth. What does that look like? We will discuss how to think and live biblically in our homes, workplaces, church relationships, community, and in dealing with current events. The class will be highly interactive and is open to people of all ages and life stages.
Reading Scripture Together: The Gospels and Acts, Part 2
Room B4 | Leaders: Cary Lavender, Paul Lindstrom, Pat Moyer
Using a “Read Through the Bible” format, we will individually read, and then, when we meet on Sunday mornings as a group, we’ll discuss the chapters read that week. We will read through the Gospels using a chronological reading schedule. After completing the Gospels, we’ll read through the Book of Acts.
10:45 Class
Psalms
Room B3 | Leaders: Steve Nave and Wes Penner
Join us as we are encouraged to praise God for who he is and what he has done. The Psalms illuminate the greatness of our God, affirm his faithfulness to us in times of trouble, and remind us of the absolute centrality of his word. We will learn more about applying our faith to real life situations as we study a variety of psalms.
If you have any questions about our adult classes, please feel free to contact Pastor Stephen.