St. Paul's strong Adult Education program offers a variety of short- and long-term classes throughout the year. We seek to feed the minds of those hungry to know more about God, the church, and the world.
Adult Education
Taste & Sing
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
12:00 - 1:30 PM in the Octagon
Our casual time of food and song is held once a month, September-May!
Taste & Sing returns for 2025 with some new faces for the Fall! St. Paul’s Director of Music, Mr. Tom Pedersen, will be at the keyboard to play for this casual time of music, learning, food, and fellowship.
We start by singing through some hymns from the UM Hymnal - feel free to request your favorites! No musical expertise necessary! Then Dr. Erin Steele will guide us through a short program about a composer, lyricist, or theme, offering a deeper dive into the stories behind some of our worship songs.
Our time together culminates with fellowship over a tasty lunch for a $5 donation. Each meal is lovingly prepared by Ginny Hagberg.
Taste and Sing Schedule for 2025-2026 (subject to change)
Oct. 21, 2025
Nov. 18, 2025
Dec. 16, 2025 (Christmas Carols)
Jan. 20, 2026
Feb. 17, 2026
March 17, 2026
April 21, 2026
May 19, 2026
Virtual Study Groups
Drop-in ANytime or Join Now!
During most of the programming year, our staff or volunteer leaders we offer some form of adult study opportunity. All of these studies are designed to be low-prep, no-stress, and free-of-charge (some with optional study guides available for those who wish to dig deeper). Participants may attend on a regular, occasional, or a drop-in basis.
Each session is held through the Zoom meeting platform. If you have never zoomed before, have no fear. Zoom makes it easy to participate online from your computer, by cell phone, or by your home phone.
For more information, please contact the church office. If you are interested in setting up an independent small group for study, prayer, or support and would appreciate some guidance, Meg is also available to help you get started.
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Wednesday Bible Study:
Sermon Safari (Ongoing)
Wednesday Bible Study: Sermon Safari
Wednesdays
4:00-5:00 PM by Zoom
Starting October 8, 2025
Please join us for this weekly come-when-you-can Bible study on Wednesday afternoons. The Sermon Safari drop-in Bible study participants view and discuss a different sermon each week. Some of our previous sessions have featured sermons from Brian McLaren, Diana Butler Bass, Adam Hamilton, and Barbara Brown Taylor.
For more information on the Wednesday gathering, or to receive the Zoom link, contact Dr. Meg Baker directly or reach out the the church office at stpaulsunited@stpaulsk.org
The Upper Room
St. Paul's continues to receive our usual shipment of paper copies of The Upper Room daily devotional guide.
The Upper Room is available to pick up in the Narthex by the Sanctuary doors.
If you would like The Upper Room mailed to your home address, or know someone who would, please contact Erin Steele at stpaulsunited@stpaulsk.org and provide the name, mailing address, and whether you prefer the pocket-size or large print version.
Helpful Bible Guides and resources
The American Bible Society provides many free Bible resources to help you engage in God’s Word and encounter the God of the Bible.
Opportunities abound on their website, https://bibleresources.americanbible.org, where you can subscribe to the Daily Bible Reading and access topic-specific resources, such as Bible background and context, practical applications for daily life, and short studies on each book of the Bible. Helpful tools are also available, such as “Getting the Most Out of Your Bible Reading,” which offers tips and prompts to deepen your reading experience.
Allow the Scriptures to speak to you as you read the Bible each day. Engaging in regular “dialogue” with the biblical text reveals new understandings about God, and about yourself.
Click HERE to download the most recent Daily Bible Reading Guide. The two-page layout is designed to be printed and folded as an easy-to-carry pamphlet.
WE Gather Together: Virtual Small Groups
Now Forming!
In difficult times, it can be helpful to have connections with others through a small group, whether in person, virtually thorugh Zoom, or even over the phone. Most of our small groups meet regularly and are open to new visitors at any time. If you would like to organize a small group for study or fellowship, please contact either Pastor Sheridan or Pastor Joey. Some people may want to meet together just to be in community, others may wish to focus on prayer, a specific book study, or Bible study. We hope you feel welcome to engage with the St. Paul's faith community as you feel able!
