Adult Learning

Adult Learning
Learning is a core value at Incarnation. We believe LEARNING is essential to a dynamic and deepening faith. A growing understanding of the life graciously given in Jesus Christ illuminates our daily walk. A wide range of learning opportunities and styles for every age and at every level is offered as part of a life-long path of growth. Adult Learning at Incarnation offers a variety of opportunities to explore what it means to live in relationship with God, other people, and God’s creation.

Current & Upcoming Opportunities

Talking Faith Workshop
“Conversations about faith are not just about convincing other people that we are right and they are wrong - that’s a speech, a tirade, an attack. A conversation is about exploration, engagement, and building relationship. When we have a conversation about faith, we discover what we really believe. We find some of what we thought we believed, rings hollow when we say it out loud. We find out that some things we thought don’t matter, are of great interest to others. We find out that people often are yearning for conversation about things that really matter. We find out that we really do have a faith to share….”

These words are found in the introduction of a resource called, Talking Faith, which has used been at Incarnation with great success, and facilitated by Pastor Gary Medin. Dialogue-based gatherings will assist participants in understanding and affirming how their experiences and values have shaped their faith. Through these facilitated conversations, participants will leave each session with a deeper understanding of their faith stories and an appreciation for the faith journey of others. Ultimately, the goal of Talking Faith is to help individuals to embrace their own faith and its origin, and to reinforce that a person’s faith story shared, has the power to encourage others in their faith. This is a completely different orientation some might have that our theology or orthodoxy has to be “right”, before we share our faith.
Registration due June 14. Childcare provided with an advance reservation. Contact Becky Benson for more information.
When: June 19, 26, July 10, 17, 24, 31; 7:00 - 8:45 p.m.

Additional Opportunities
The following Adult Learning Opportunities are offered periodically at Incarnation:

YogaDevotion
No experience necessary. Come for yoga and find stillness in your breath-prayers. For more information visit YogaDevotion. To register, contact Joan Volkmann. Led by: Robin Norsted. Cost: 6 week session for $45.
When: Monday evenings, 6:15 - 7:15 p.m., May 13 - Jun. 24. Not meeting May 27 (Memorial Day).

Primetimers
Fellowship and ministry for singles and couples 63 and older. Programs on topics of interest and lunch.
When: Fourth Thursday of each month (September through May, except January and February there will be no meetings); 10:15 a.m.

The Larks choir is back with favorite songs of yesteryear! Come and see if they will be singing any of your favorite tunes. Lunch will be chicken salad, tossed green salad, rolls, and bars for dessert. Cost: is $3/person. Please sign up at the Information Center or call Joan Volkmann at 651-484-7213. Deadline for sign-up is Monday, May 20.
When: May 23, 10:15 a.m.
Growing Through Loss: Support for Those Experiencing Loss in the Lives
"Growing Through Loss" is a grief and loss support ministry jointly sponsored by the North Suburban Grief Support Coalition. The Coalition hosts two six-week series each year at various locations that address both the educational as well as the support aspects of a variety of loss and grief issues. Call 763-755-5335 or visit www.growingthroughloss.org for more information.

For more information on Adult Learning, contact Joan Volkmann or Pastor Jeanne Hartfield.