Adult Ministries - Saint Paul United Methodist Church

Classes

Abide With Us
Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. in Room 155 (February 25 – April 1)

As a companion to this year’s Lenten theme “Abide with Me: The Tiny Habits that Make Up Our Lives,” Rev. Sarah and Pastor Jed will lead this special spiritual formation group. Each Wednesday evening, we will gather together to discuss insights from James Clear’s #1 New York Times bestselling book, Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones, and how we might develop our own tiny habits to benefit our lives. All are welcome to join on this journey, as we encourage and empower one another in directing our lives towards Christ through the habits that propel our days.

Hosanna: A Spiritual Journey through Holy Week
Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. on Zoom (February 12 – April 30)

Beginning this February, all are welcome to join Dr. Dave Moore as he leads this special Bible Study focusing on the last week of Jesus’ life. This will include exploring the Holy Week events detailed in all four Gospels, as well as Paul’s writings. Together, these five versions of the One Story will give us new insights, and a deeper understanding of the most momentous week in history, and what it means for us today.

Yoga at Saint Paul
Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel (January 7 – May 13)

Yoga is back on Wednesday nights this fall. Join us as we practice Yin Yoga, which is a meditative style of yoga that exercises the body and increases flexibility by allowing your connective tissue to lengthen gently. This class is open to all people and is appropriate for all levels of practice from beginner up. We will use chairs, blankets, blocks, and other supportive props for assistance. If you have a yoga mat, please bring it, if not, we have some to share (first come, first serve). Registration is greatly appreciated so we can plan appropriately, but drop-ins are welcome. Church pays the costs of the class, donations are accepted. Please wear comfortable clothing, arrive a few minutes before start time, and let instructor know if you have any limitations.

Paine Parlor Sunday School Class
Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in Paine Parlor

This class meets on Sunday mornings in Paine Parlor at 11:00 to discuss current happenings in our community, our nation, and the United Methodist Church. We will meet on the second Sunday of the month in June, July, and August.

Postcards from Lincoln: A History Speakers Series

Every other Monday at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Saint Paul UMC is excited to welcome back Ed Zimmer and Jim McKee, as well as favorite guest speakers Bob Ripley and Lynn Roper, for the ninth season of our popular speaker series, “Postcards from Lincoln.” These talks explore this city’s history, those who shaped that history, and feature some of Lincoln’s leading historians and notable figures dedicated to preserving and sharing our community’s story. All sessions are free to attend.

Spring 2026 Series Schedule:

February 9 – “Remember the Ladies…” (Part I) with Ed Zimmer & Jim McKee
February 23 – “The Many Careers of Harry Francis Cunningham” with Ed Zimmer
March 9 – “A Letter from Lincoln: A History of the Lincoln Post Office” with Jim McKee
March 23 – “Remember the Ladies…” (Part II) with Ed Zimmer & Jim McKee
April 6 – “The Murals of the Nebraska State Capitol” with Bob Ripley
April 20 – “Nebraska’s Women Suffragists” with Lynn Roper

Make Your Vote Count: The 2024 General Election

Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary (October 1-29)
On Tuesday, November 5, America once again returns to the polls to elect its political leaders. To prepare for this momentous occasion, Saint Paul UMC is hosting a speaker series on the many features of our electoral system throughout the month of October. Join us as we welcome local experts to discuss the voting process, the fairness of our elections, the challenges to our democracy, and the grave implications this election has for our state, country, and the globe.

Series Schedule
October 1: “Implications & Impacts of the 2024 Elections: America, Europe, and the World” with Dr. Tyler White
October 8: “Presidential Election: Electoral College & Popular Vote” with John A. Gale
October 15: “The Growing Influence of Money in Politics” with Kate High
October 22: “Nebraska’s 2024 Congressional Districts: Is it possible that CD 1 and CD 2 could be swing districts in the Electoral College?” with Dr. Steve Dunbar
October 29: Panel Discussion featuring Steve Dunbar, John Gale, Kate High, and Tyler White