All adults are invited to the following adult education programs. No registration is needed unless otherwise noted. Meeting rooms will be listed in the Westminster Updates in the weekly worship bulletins. Contact Director of Adult Education and Women's Ministries Clara Beth Van de Water at 703-549-4766 ext. 120 for further information.
Sunday Classes All adults are invited to attend any of the following classes from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m..
"The Story of Romans" taught by Dr. A. Katherine Grieb, Virginia Theological Seminary professor, February 7 - March 21, except March 7.The apostle Paul wrote his letter to the church in Rome about 57 A.D. It is the primary foundation for Christian theology. The Protestant Reformer Martin Luther said, This epistle is in truth the principal part of the New Testament. This class will be based on the New Testament book of Romans.
March 7 and 14 Elders Doug Anderson and Paul Van de Water will lead a class on health reform.
March 21 Dr. Jacques Berlinerblau, Georgetown University, will talk about the use and abuse of the Bible in today's politics.
Pastor-Rabbi Class
"Song of Songs" Dr. Larry Hayward and Rabbi Jack Moline discuss the Biblical book we call the Song of Solomon on Tuesdays, February 2 - March 16 at 7:30 p.m. Books will be available to those who have already registered or wish to register on January 31 during Fellowship Hour.
Classes through the Reformed Institute
"Passing on Your Faith: The Challenge to Your Congregation" an event designed for volunteers and professional education leaders and planners, will be held on Saturday, April 17 from 9:30 a.m. -3:30 p.m. at Virginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria. Dr. Stephen Prothero, Boston University, will speak about his New York Times bestseller Religious Illiteracy: Is It a Problem? Dr. Michael Jinkins, Austin Seminary, will discuss on the topic The Life of the Mind in Service of the Church. This will be an opportunity to facilitate fresh thinking about the church's educational ministry to children, youth, young adults and adults. More information can be found at www.reformedinstitute.org
"An Educated Laity: an Obsolete Idea?" will be taught Dr. Bruce Douglass, Director of the Reformed Institute, on second Saturdays, 10:00 a. m.-12:15 p.m., from February – June at Lewinsville Presbyterian Church in McLean. The idea oftheologically informedand Biblically literatechurch members is part of our Reformed Tradition, but called into question by our fast paced society. Can we include learning in our practice of Christianity? The fee is $75, but WPC will subsidize participants, bringing the cost to $50. Register with Mary Hill at 703-518-5125 or www.reformedinstitute.org. Contact Clara Beth about the subsidy, and to let her know that you have enrolled. The first class will be February 27.
Listen to Adult Education Lectures Online
To download the audio recordings of these classes, please click on the highlighted titles below:
"Why Not Be Reformed: The Reformed Tradition Through The Eyes Of Its Critics." Examine the important criticisms of Reformed beliefs and practices that have been made by opponents and the Reformed responses. The lecturer is Dr. R. Bruce Douglass of Georgetown University, and Director of The Reformed Institute of Metropolitan Washington.
“The Epistle of James: A Window into Jewish Christianity”
Classes were held April 19 - May 17, led by Dr. Anthony Tambasco, Professor of Theology, Georgetown University. This letter is associated with James, the brother of Jesus, leader of the early church in Jerusalem.
“James’ Exhortation in the Face of Suffering” - Part 1Part 2
“Poverty and Riches in the Epistle of James” - Part 1Part 2
“Wisdom and Integrity in the Epistle of James.” - Part 1Part 2
"The Royal Law of James and Paul's View of the Law" - Part 1Part 2
