St. Stephen United Methodist Church in Charlotte, NC

St. Stephen is about creating and nurturing disciples of Jesus Christ, and our Adult Sunday School does just that! Through our Sunday school ministry, people are invited to join a small group — a community — and be transformed by God’s grace through the study, praying, and fellowship of the class. We invite you to become part of one of our classes so that you may be transformed!

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Crossroads (Rm 211) NEW!
New this fall is a Young Adult Class for anyone 18-30 something who desire a connection with Christ and a connection with others in Christian Fellowship. Study, discussion, missions and social activities are included in this Small Group Ministry class.
Contact: Blake Morris

Discovery (Rm 36)
We seek to grow through studying and discussing challenging books. Class members value openness, diversity, mutual support, individual preparation and shared leadership. Class members attend community sessions on theology and spiritual topics. We are involved with Room in the Inn and The Salvation Army.
Contact: George Linfors

Expressions (Rm 29)
Comprised of couples and singles, empty-nesters and grandparents. Programs focus on Bible studies, social issues, book studies, and other varied topics. Teaching leaders come from within the class as well as outside. We support a disabled church member. Other missions include Room in the Inn, Habitat for Humanity, summer camp sponsorships, helping families through Matthews Help Center. We frequently enjoy social outings, dinners, plays, etc.
Contacts: Diann Back & Jennifer Moore

Fellowship (Rm 31)
This group of adults with grown children enjoys lessons on scripture and spirituality. Strong church supporters in all areas. We’re involved with Room in the Inn, Bible studies, Center of Hope, Men's Homeless Shelter, MAGI, Crisis Assistance, 5th Sunday Special Projects, Pastor’s Relief Fund, and the Youth Missions Pancake Supper. An occasional breakfast and an annual winter party provide fellowship opportunities.
Contact: Neal Moran

Focus on Scripture (Rm 27)
A mixed class of married and single senior adults, the primary purpose of this class is to study the scriptures, discovering various interpretations and viewpoints with open discussion. We’re involved with Room in the Inn, Pastor’s Relief, Crisis Assistance, visiting the sick, and supporting needs of church members.
Contact: Carolyn Robinson

Journey (Rm 30)
A class for singles and couples, mostly in their 30s and 40s. We study a variety of member and guest led studies. We regularly participate in mission work through everything from Room in the Inn to gleaning. We also regularly get together for socials as families and couples outside of the classroom. Many members serve as scout leaders, SS teachers, youth counselors, Board members and more.
Contact: Sheryl Brown

Joy (Rm 33)
Joy class members are mid-40’s and up. We focus our study on scripture and social issues. Members lead the class with occasional outside speakers. Our missions include Room in the Inn, Christmas family sponsors, giving to several charities, and sponsor ASP through our Ron Carpenter Memorial Fund. We have several social outings per year including dinners and trips.
Contact: Lynda Morris

Life (Rm 18)
This class consists of couples in their late 40s to early 60's raising families of teenagers, college age, and a few enjoying being "in-laws" and grandparents. We focus on Bible study and other topics (examples: Urban Ministry and 7 Habits of Highly Effective People). Members rotate teaching responsibilities. We're involved with Room in the Inn, Crisis Assistance, and we sponsor families at Christmas. We assist church members during times of crisis. We offer a variety of class socials and fellowship opportunities throughout the year.
Contact: William Hutaff

Living Word (Rm 7)
Our class is dedicated to studying the Word of God as revealed in the Bible. We usually study one chapter at a time and talk about how it pertains to our everyday life. We participate in different projects, such as Room in the Inn and Holy Grounds and have social outings as often as possible! If you're a Bible Scholar looking to share his knowledge we could use the help! If you're a person that has very little Bible knowledge, but a hunger to learn more, we'd love to have you!
Contact: Bryan Rhoad or Cary Simms

ROCK (Rm 32)
We are a fun group of people between the ages of 35 and 55. Most are married or divorced with children. We rotate teachers/facilitators from week to week. Our lessons range from video series to books to audio tapes. Our mission work includes Room in the Inn and we have quarterly social outings at members’ homes.
Contact: Cindy Delap

Time Out (Rm 7)
Our new adult Sunday school class for parents of pre-school age children is now called “Time Out.” The class meets in room #7 near Holy Grounds and invites parents with young children to join them. “Time Out” is currently studying the book, The Five Love Languages, by Christian author, Gary Chapmen, led by Cindy Smith. Questions? Contact Cindy or Clair Matevie at the church.

Unity (Rm 34)
The Unity Class is composed mostly of couples with children – however we do enjoy our diversity and have older couples/empty nesters and singles. We study a variety of topics, including Bible study. We alternate involvement by voting officers annually and share responsibilities for teaching. We’re involved in Room in the Inn, we sponsor a family at Christmas, and gleaning. We enjoy social outings both with our children and as adults only, as well as a monthly “girls’ night out.”
Contact: Amy Styers-Bissette