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We want to help you find a class that is right for you. If you would
like to talk with someone about classes, please contact Andrew Daugherty at 704.334.7232, ext. 13. All MPBC adult
classes meet from 9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. each Sunday morning (except as
noted), with worship at 11:00 a.m.
Adult Education Tabbed Sections:
Circles/Fellowship/Mission Groups....|....EarthKeepers....|....J21 2011....|....J/C Dialogues
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CIRCLES/FELLOWSHIP/MISSION GROUPS
CONNECTIONS: Small Groups
The MPBC "Connections" is an outgrowth of Holy Conversations. "Connections" is the name for MPBC's small group experiences designed to help us be connected to God and to one another. The Holy Conversations strategic process helped spawn MPBC "Connections" as a way to expand our rich legacy of adventuresome faith formation. You may choose a group focus and time that best suits your interests and schedule.
Connections: Register Now for Summer 2012 Small Groups
Get connected socially and spiritually at MPBC. Register for the small group of your choice in one of three ways:
- Email or call Rick Goodin in the Education Office: rgoodin@mpbconline.org or 704.334.7232 x15
- Click on the Online Registration link below if you would like to register online.
- Mail or bring the Connections Small Groups form to: MPBC Education Office, 1900 Queens Road, Charlotte, NC 28207-2582
The full list of Small Groups can be found in the January 2012 Newsletter or click on the link below. For questions or more information, contact Andrew Daugherty, Minister of Faith Formation at: adaugherty@mpbconline.org or 704.334.7232 x13.
Summer 2012 - Small Groups List/Printable Registration Form»
Summer 2012 - Small Groups Online Registration Form»
Senior Fellowship
The MPBC "Good Timers" meet the fourth Tuesday (except December and
February) to enjoy a meal and program (could be music, health,
education, current events). We have a yearly party and take an
annual trip. Everyone over 50 is invited. Contact Carol Pearsall at rpearsall@carolina.rr.com for this year's schedule.
Missionary Roundtable - Parlor
We are open to all women of the church. We meet the second Monday to
"care, study, learn and respond as we can to those needs as we
perceive." We have fellowship from 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Our formal
program starts at 10:30 a.m. and lasts until 11:30 a.m. - noon. It consists of
a guest speaker from a community agency, group or the ministerial
staff who brings us information on community needs. This is a
wonderful place to meet and work with women who care. For more
information, contact Jill Kinney Weaver, 704.523.8267.
Circle Number Two - Cornwell Lounge
We are open to everyone and meet the second Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.
September through May. We are a mission-oriented group who donates
funding for various projects. We have helped in the Lakewood
Community, sponsored a college scholarship, assisted the elderly and
more. Our meetings start with a half-hour of fellowship, and then we
have a guest speaker who informs us about community needs. For more
information, contact Sara Rabun, 704.554.6112.
Thursday Prayer Group
This prayer ministry, which meets every Thursday from 10:30 -
11:30 a.m. in the Chapel, serves as a prayer support system for
all people, including visitors, friends, staff, church families
and people all over the world. All are welcome!
MPBC Gay Fellowship
The MPBC Gay Fellowship group’s primary goal is to foster a spirit
of community and belonging in order to offer mutual support in
living out lives of faith within our church. We meet periodically
throughout the year and offer opportunities in both small and
large group settings. We recognize and honor the differences that
make us distinct, while striving to be a part of the whole body of
our church community. We keep dialogue flowing regarding issues
that principally or solely effect the G/L community. Our group is
mostly made up of gay and lesbian persons, however, our group is
open to everyone!
John Locklear, 704.321.5190, ndnchief64@carolina.rr.com
Scott Crowder, 704.321.5190, scott.crowder@nbc.com
Fran Cook, 704.336.8535, fcook@cmpd.org
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EARTHKEEPERS
We are a ministry encouraging interest in and understanding of the
relationship of spirituality, ecology and our church. We seek to
make a connection between the local and global use of resources,
compassion and justice. Our primary goal is education. We welcome
everyone and hope for your input and ideas, whether your interest is
in education, conservation, ecology, theology, natural resources and
habitat maintenance, or other areas.
EarthKeepers meet weekly on
Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in the Conference Room. You do not have to attend meetings to be a member. We welcome volunteers who would like to help with projects and events. For more information, contact Sonya Dyer,
704.552.7330 or boson1@bellsouth.net.
Download the EarthKeepers Brochure »
Download some ideas for being every day EarthKeepers at home »
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Transforming Christian Spirituality:
A Weekend with Richard Rohr
April 27-29, 2012
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Rohr Weekend Schedule »
(The sessions for Saturday are now full, but please feel free to join us for the Friday evening and Sunday morning sessions.)
By J. Andrew Daugherty
Richard Rohr is one of the most popular spirituality authors and speakers in the world. He is a Franciscan priest and the founder of the Center for Action and Contemplation in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Fr. Richard will join us April 27-29 as we seek to cultivate a heart-centered spirituality grounded in Christ that helps our congregation become more connected to God and to each other through contemplation, non-dual thinking, and concrete spiritual practices.
Fr. Richard’s spiritual leadership on this important weekend is consistent with our strategic goals in the area of faith formation to become a more connected congregation.
You will find the general schedule for the weekend by clicking on the link above. Registration will be necessary for the Saturday morning sessions only and at a cost of only $20 per person. You can register and pay by clicking on the links above. Make plans now to participate in this spiritually significant weekend in the life of our church.
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JESUS THE CHRIST
IN THE 21ST CENTURy
2012 Lecture Series - October 19-21
Speaker - Rev. Dr. Cynthia Bourgeault |
Jesus the Christ In The 21st Century is a continuing series of lectures and discussions sponsored by Myers Park Baptist Church in Charlotte. It offers the Charlotte community access to the best of contemporary Jesus scholars in the hope of stimulating the exchange of ideas and deeper awareness.
These scholars reach beneath Christian creed and dogma to the real person who inspired them: Jesus of Nazareth. Each visiting scholar brings a different viewpoint, a new approach. They help us see Jesus as a person directly involved in and concerned about the world and its people, in how we treat each other politically, economically and socially, and in how we understand ourselves.
Jesus was a subversive in his own time and surely would be today. Studying his life opens a new way to apply theology directly to life. From this work, a new awareness can emerge: a living creed for the 21st century.
MPBC was honored to present our 2011 Jesus Christ in the 21st Century guest lecturer, Dr. Roger Haight, Scholar-in-Residence at Union Theological Seminary in New York City. The series was entitled "Jesus for Seekers." The 2011 lecture series will took place Friday, October 7 - Sunday, October 9, 2011. Our 2012 guest lecturer will be The Reverend Dr. Cynthia Bourgeault.
Previous speakers in this series include: Dr. Stanley Hauerwas, Marcus Borg, John Dominic
Crossan, Walter Wink, William Herzog, N. T. Wright, Amy-Jill Levine,
Georg Retzlaff, Stephen Patterson, Elaine Pagels, Dr. Sandra Schneiders, Bishop John Spong and Reverend Dr. Serene Jones.
2011 Lecture Series Brochure »
2011 Lecture Series Poster »
2011 Lecture Series Flyer »
2011 Lecture Series Postcard »
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JEWISH/CHRISTIAN DIALOGUE
For many years MPBC has enjoyed a close connection with Temple Beth El here in Charlotte. Each year our two congregations get together around topics of mutual interest. We have co-hosted biblical scholars such as Dr. James Tabor and Dr. Amy-Jill Levine. We attended the Levine Museum’s “Families of Abraham” exhibit together. Recently we have expanded our dialogues to include our Muslim neighbors at Mosjid Ash Shaheed. In early 2008 we joined with the mosque for a wonderful potluck dinner and a program called “The Sacrifice of Isaac: Three Interpretations, Three Faiths.” Watch the newsletter and website for 2011 - 2012 events. Open to all, including the larger Charlotte Community.
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