Highland Park United Methodist Church > Academy of Christian Studies

Academy Spring 2008

3 options for registration:

1) Call 214.523.2231 or 214.523.2296 to register, then mail in the appropriate fee(s) with your check made payable to HPUMC or cash to: Laura Beagles, 3300 Mockingbird Lane, Dallas, TX. 75205;

2) Register by email to beaglesl@hpumc.org, then mail in the appropriate fee(s) with your check made payable to HPUMC or cash to: Laura Beagles, 3300 Mockingbird Lane, Dallas, TX. 75205;

3) Register below and pay by credit card

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Lenten Lessons: Must call 214.523.2231 to register for Lenten class.

Behold the Lamb of God
In this session we will consider how the drama of Creation, Fall, and Redemption plays out against the backdrop of three particular gardens. Led by Rev. Jeff Hall
Wednesday, February 13 /7:00-8:30 p.m. / Room 329W
Register by Monday, February 11
Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.

Faith Is the Answer, But What Are the Questions?
We explore such questions as: How does faith help us when problems arise? Did Jesus really mean for us to love everybody? How do we respond honestly, creatively, and redemptively? Led by Dr. James Moore. (Book will be available for purchase - $13.50 but not required for class.)
Wednesday, February 27 / 7:00-8:00 p.m. / Room 386
Register by Monday, February 25
Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.

Judas: Disciple, Traitor, & Friend of Jesus
Judas is one of the most fascinating characters in Christian history. Led by Rev. Walt Marcum.
Wednesday, March 12 / 7:00-8:30 p.m. / Room 386
Register by Monday, March 10
Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.

Other class notes:
Be Prepared Now! has been cancelled.

Item	Description	Price
AS08 Commit for Engaged Couples-April	COMMIT is an interactive and informative program especially designed to help pre-marital couples have the kind of committed, lifetime and thriving marriage they really want. Led by: Dr. Terry Parsons SATURDAY SEMINAR—January 26 & April 26 Saturday, April 26 / 9:00-3:00 p.m. / Room 386 Register by Wednesday, April 23	$75.00
AS08 Considering Heaven	We will examine key scriptures from the book of John, and Revelation, and review the book, My Descent Into Death by Howard Storm. Led By Rev. Barbara Marcum Thursdays, Mar 27-April 10/ Room 391 Fee includes My Descent Into Death Register before Monday, March 24 Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.	$15.00
AS08 Conversational French II (New Students Requiring Book)	This class is designed for adults who have had two years of high school or one to two semesters of college French. There are two classes offered – if you sign up for the March 25 class, please call Laura Beagles to find out class progress.Led by Rosalind de Rolon SESSION TWO Tuesdays, March 25 - May 6 6:30-8:00 p.m. / Room 388 Register by Wednesday, March 19 Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.	$65.00
AS08 Conversational French II (Returning Students)	This class is designed for adults who have had two years of high school or one to two semesters of college French. There are two classes offered – if you sign up for the March 25 class, please call Laura Beagles to find out class progress.Led by Rosalind de Rolon SESSION TWO Tuesdays, March 25 - May 6 6:30-8:00 p.m. / Room 388 Register by Wednesday, March 19 Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.	$40.00
AS08 Conversational French Session 2 (New Students Requiring Book)	This class is designed for adults who have had two years of high school or one to two semesters of college French. There are two classes offered – if you sign up for the March 25 class, please call Laura Beagles to find out class progression. Led by Rosalind de Rolon SESSION TWO Tuesdays, March 25 - May 6 6:30-8:00 p.m. / Room 388 Register by Wednesday, March 19	$65.00
AS08 Conversational French Session 2 (Returning Students)	This class is designed for adults who have had two years of high school or one to two semesters of college French. There are two classes offered – if you sign up for the March 25 class, please call Laura Beagles to find out class progression. Led by Rosalind de Rolon SESSION TWO Tuesdays, March 25 - May 6 6:30-8:00 p.m. / Room 388 Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.	$40.00
AS08 Conversational Spanish Session 2 (new students)	Conversational Spanish is for students who want to put their knowledge of Spanish to immediate use in their community or place of work. Led by Maria Teresa Marquez Ocampo SESSION TWO Thursdays, March 27 - May 15 6:30-8:00 p.m. / Room 384 Register by Monday, March 24 Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.	$45.00
AS08 Conversational Spanish Session 2 (returning students)	Conversational Spanish is for students who want to put their knowledge of Spanish to immediate use in their community or place of work. Led by Maria Teresa Marquez Ocampo SESSION TWO Thursdays, March 27 - May 15 6:30-8:00 p.m. / Room 384 Register by Monday, March 24 Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.	$30.00
AS08 Evangelicalism and America	One of the most striking differences between the public life of The United States and that of Europe today is the prominence of religion in the former and its virtual absence in the latter. How are we to account for this, and what does it mean for our common life? Texts: The Old Religion in a New World by Mark A. Noll, Wm. B. Eardmans Publishing Co. 2002. and Understanding Fundamentalism and Evangelicalism by George M. Marsden, Eardmans 1991. (Texts will be available for purchase in room 354. Please read first chapter of both texts.)Led by Charles Lloyd Tuesdays, April 8 - May 27 / 7:00-8:30 p.m. / Room 385 Register by Thursday, April 3 Please call 214-523-2201 for Kidcare reservations.	$40.00
AS08 Fun With Color	In this class you will: learn the color wheel, study the properties and associations of various colors, colors and color combinations for painted surfaces, fabrics and finishing touches that bring a room to life - from pillows to lamps to personal collections Led by Robin Lea. Wednesday, March 26 / 6:30-8:00 p.m. / Room 385 Register by Thursday, March 20 Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.	$10.00
AS08 Invitation to John	Invitation to John is an 11- week Disciple Bible Study. Jesus speaks not in parables, but in lengthy dialogue. Led by Susan Robb. Mondays, January 28 – April 28 / 7:00-8:30 p.m. / Room 254 Register by Thursday, January 24 Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.	$20.00
AS08 Knitting	We will learn to cast on, knit, purl and bind off. Each class will focus on another skill and ways to give back to the community with your new-found talent! Supplies are provided, just bring a willing spirit! Led by Alissa Barton Thursdays, April 10, 17, 24 and May 8 (Class will not meet May 1) 6:30-8:00 p.m. / Room 385 Register by Friday, April 4 Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.	$80.00
AS08 Mens Grilling May	Tea Smoked Duck with Cilantro Glaze, Margarita Grilled Shrimp with Mole Sauce, Flavorful Spanish Rice, Grilled Vegetable Rollups with Fresh Mozzarella and Basil Pomodoro Sauce, and Almond Pear Tart Monday, May 5/ 6:00-8:30 p.m. / Room 120	$60.00
AS08 Oil Paining Wed	NEW! Oil Painting with Bob Bates. Bob Bates teaches the wet on dry method used by the European masters. Students follow Bates’ lead in completing two paintings. Fee: $100 (fee covers brushes, paints, canvases and 10 hours of instruction or $90 for students who bring their own materials.) Wednesdays, 1:00-4:00 / Room 225 / April 2 - June 25	$100.00
AS08 Oil Painting Tues	NEW! Oil Painting with Bob Bates. Bob Bates teaches the wet on dry method used by the European masters. Students follow Bates’ lead in completing two paintings. Fee: $100 (fee covers brushes, paints, canvases and 10 hours of instruction or $90 for students who bring their own materials. Tuesdays, 6:00-9:00 pm / Room 225 / April 1 - June 24	$100.00
AS08 Passover Seder Meal	The Passover Seder is a ritual feast held on the first night of the Jewish holiday of Passover. As Christians, we participate in the Seder in order to learn about our own spiritual heritage, for the story of God saving his people is a story in which we share. Led by Rabbi Heidi Coretz, SMU Hillel Foundation Tuesday, April 29 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. / The Great Hall Register by Thursday, April 24 Please call 214.523.2201 for Kidcare reservations.	$20.00
AS08 Right Here, Right Now	Focused on developmental issues of middle school kids, this series will consider current kid culture, normal developmental tasks, the differences between boy and girl development, and finally, the whole area of boy/girl relationships. BRING YOUR LUNCH! Led by Kathleen Fischer Tuesdays, March 25 - April 29 (will not meet April 22) 11:45-1:15 p.m. / Room 231 Register by Thursday, March 20 Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.	$80.00
AS08 Spanish 1 Session 2 (New Students)	SESSION TWO – Continuation of Session One – Designed for the student who has had Spanish. Led by Maria Teresa Marquez Ocampo. Tuesdays, March 18 - May 13 6:30-8:00 p.m. / Room 384 Register by Thursday, March 13 Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.	$45.00
AS08 Spanish I Session 2 (Returning Students)	SESSION TWO – Continuation of Session One – Designed for the student who has had Spanish. Led by Maria Teresa Marquez Ocampo Tuesdays, March 18 - May 13 6:30-8:00 p.m. / Room 384 Register by Thursday, March 13 Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.	$30.00
AS08 Spanish II (new students)	This course is designed as a continuation course from January and for those for those who have had some Spanish. Led by Maria Teresa Marquez Ocampo SESSION TWO – Continuation of Session One – Designed for the student who has had Spanish. Tuesdays, March 18 - May 136:30-8:00 p.m. / Room 384 Register by Thursday, March 13 Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.	$45.00
AS08 Spanish II (returning students)	This course is designed as a continuation course from January and for those for those who have had some Spanish. Led by Maria Teresa Marquez Ocampo SESSION TWO – Continuation of Session One – Designed for the student who has had Spanish. Tuesdays, March 18 - May 13 6:30-8:00 p.m. / Room 384 Register by Thursday, March 13 Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.	$30.00
AS08 Think Like An Artist- Advanced Techniques (students bring supplies)	The paintings selected for this level will help in the painting of desert landscapes and flowers. These both require an understanding of shadow-color saturation in the crevices of rocks or petals. Led by Bob Bates MAXIMUM: 10 persons Thursdays, April 3 - 24/ 6:30-9:00 p.m. / Room 387 Students should wear old clothing and bring a cloth for cleaning. Fee and Registration due by Thursday, March 27 Please call 214-523-2201 for Kidcare reservations.	$80.00
AS08 Think Like An Artist: Advanced Techniques (covers supplies)	The paintings selected for this level will help in the painting of desert landscapes and flowers. These both require an understanding of shadow-color saturation in the crevices of rocks or petals. Led by Bob Bates MAXIMUM: 10 persons Thursdays, April 3 - 24/ 6:30-9:00 p.m. / Room 387 Students should wear old clothing and bring a cloth for cleaning. Fee and Registration due by Thursday, March 27 Please call 214-523-2201 for Kidcare reservations.	$100.00
AS08 Trinity Bible Class	This women’s Bible study committed to providing an opportunity to know Jesus, be transformed by His Word and to be equipped to serve in His name. Bring your Bible and a good friend with you to this life-changing course. Women’s study.Led by Robin Williams Wednesdays, January 30 - May 14 / 12:30-2:15 p. m. (Class begins at 12:45 p.m.) Room 329W Register by Thursday, January 24 Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.	$20.00
AS08 Tuesday Knight Men's Group	Romans may be the most important letter you will ever read. It is Paul’s masterpiece, the clearest and fullest explanation of the gospel in the bible. Tuesdays, Beginning in January (please call for start date on Wednesday, January 2) 7:30-9:00 p.m.Room 256 Register by Thursday, January 3	$6.00
AS08 What's Gone Wrong With The Church	Over the last century the church in the West has been swamped with renewal movements intent on sorting out what has gone wrong with the church and how to put things right once and for all. In this course we shall look at what has been proposed and come to a robust evaluation of what really needs to happen for the church to be all that God intends her to be. Led by Prof. Billy Abraham, Perkins School of Theology, SMU Tuesdays, February 5 - April 8 (Not Meeting March 11 or 18) 7:00-8:30 p.m. / Room 231 Register by Thursday, January 31 Please call 214.523.2201 for KidCare reservations.	$30.00