faith formation
Adult Ministry
At Village, adult formation is a lifelong process of growing in faith and community, deepening our relationship with Jesus Christ and Christ’s body, the Church. A key element of the faith formation process is nurturing interest in community and pursuing greater understanding of the Bible and Christian tradition. Village Church offers a variety of continuing and short-term opportunities to grow our knowledge, in small groups and larger class settings.
Small Group Ministries
Village Connect groups are small groups of adults who meet once a month to share their lives with one another and to study a passage of scripture from the Bible. Some groups meet in homes while others meet at the church. Each gathering invites group members to build relationships with one another and to grow in their faith and faithfulness.
Adult Sunday Morning Classes
Join us on Sunday mornings at both worship locations and online for lively, vibrant, discussion-based classes for adults. Classes typically run on a semester schedule, with fall and spring sessions.
Village Forum – Mission
9:30-10:30 a.m. Sundays, Rooms 126/127, Mission Campus. Weekly discussions led by class members, outside speakers, or Village staff members invite thoughtful dialogue and spiritual growth through the discussion of theological, social, spiritual, and historical topics. The Spring semester begins with a discussion of Rev. Dr. Otis Moss’s book “Dancing in the Darkness” in preparation for his visit as the 2026 Meneilly Visting Scholar. Elaine Pagel’s current book “Miracles and Wonder: The Historical Mystery of Jesus” follows. A series based on the late Walter Bruggemann’s Old Testament studies is planned for Lent. We would love to have you join our Sunday morning discussions, ladies’ book club, fellowship, and service activities. Subscribe to the class newsletter here. Facilitated by Jim Gibson and Rev. Jay McKell, retired Village Church pastor.
The Faith Journey – Mission
10:10-10:50 a.m., Sundays, Room 124, Mission Campus. This group values the study of various sources, discussions, sharing our diverse understandings of faith, and being a caring, supportive community seeking to grow in our faith journey. This Spring, we will read and discuss “Dancing in the Darkness: Spiritual Lessons for Thriving in a Turbulent Time” by Rev. Otis Moss III, our Meneilly Scholar for 2026. “Dancing in the Darkness” is a “life-affirming” (Dr. Teresa L. Fry Brown) guide to the practical, political, and spiritual challenges of our day. Drawing on the teachings of Dr. King, Howard Thurman, sacred scripture, southern wisdom, global spiritual traditions, Black culture, and his own personal experiences, Dr. Moss instructs us on how to practice spiritual resistance by combining justice and love. This collection helps us tap into the spiritual reserves we all possess but too often overlook, so we can slay our personal demons, confront our civic challenges, and reach our highest goals. Facilitated by Kathy Ray.
Traditional Adult Education – Antioch
9-10 a.m. Sundays, Library, Antioch Campus.
- Jan. 4-25: American Presbyterianism and the Reformed Tradition. This class will be taught by Rev. Dr. Meredith Holladay and includes a brief history of the Reformation followed by a journey from 1799 through today.
- Feb. 1-15: Presbyterian Polity for Today. This class will explore where Presbyterian polity comes from and how it shapes who we are today. Heartland Presbytery Stated Clerk Greg Mullinax joins us for one of the sessions.
- Feb. 22-March 29: Stations of the Cross and Spiritual Practices. This class pairs a different spiritual practice with each station of the cross. This session will be combined with the Parent Fellowship Class. Taught by Rev. Anna Owens.
- April 12-May 17: Great Courses Lectures. This class, taught by Karen A. Reimer, will explore the gospels through the Great Courses lectures.
Parent Fellowship Class – Antioch
9-10 a.m. Sundays, Multipurpose Room, Antioch Campus.
- Jan. 4-25: Village Connect. We will wrap up this year’s Village Connect series in January. Please note there is no Parent Fellowship Class on January 18.
- Feb. 1-15: The Wired Word. This curriculum merges faith with topics from the week’s news.
- Feb. 22-March 29: Stations of the Cross and Spiritual Practices. This class pairs a different spiritual practice with each station of the cross. This session will be combined with the Traditional Adult Education class.
- April 12-May 17: When Kids Ask Hard Questions. This class will explore questions from the book “When Kids Ask Hard Questions: Faith-Filled Responses for Tough Topics.”
Class is facilitated by Rev. Anna Owens.
Foundations of Faith – Online
11 a.m.-noon Sundays, online only (see below for Zoom info).
Theology, archeology and science unite in this study of the origins and vital significance of Jerusalem. Facilitated by Diann Markley and Rev. Dwight Tawney, retired Village Church pastor.
Join on Zoom. Meeting ID: 836 9076 8869, Passcode: 926588
annual speaker series
Meneilly Visiting Scholar
The Meneilly Visiting Scholar program brings Biblical scholars and theologians to Village Church for a community-focused weekend of presentations and conversation about modern topics that matter. Our Meneilly Scholars challenge us with fresh and innovative, yet well supported perspectives on theological topics, increase our understanding of the wisdom of the past, and engage us to honor and faithfully serve the God we worship and upon whom we rely.
Contact Adult Faith Formation
Questions or ideas? For more information about adult ministries at Village Church, contact us at the email below.