Agape—Room ED315
Co-Teachers: Katherine Fitzpatrick and Martha Denehey
Co-Leaders: Shirley Paul and Mae McCaskey
The Agape ABF is a class for ladies of all ages. The atmosphere is structured, yet relaxed and sharing our concerns as women for our families and friends is a priority.
Ambassadors—Room ED316
Teacher: Harry Downs
Co-Leaders: Jim and Mary Miller
This class is for men and women, of all ages, both couples and singles. The teaching is carried out in a sharing, discussion and interacting way, in a small group setting. Our periodic socials include missionary reports.
Dayspring—Room 401
Teacher: George Duff
Leader: Jim Miller
We are a group of singles and married couples in their 40s, 50s and 60s. We provide a friendly, informal setting where all are welcome and encouraged to share. Teaching of God’s Word with an emphasis on class interaction and discussion is our goal. We enjoy informal social gatherings geared to building close relationships.
Friendship—Room ED317
Co-Teachers: Gil Gregory and Jere Brubaker
Co-Leaders: Bob Metzger and Bud Dean
We are a class of young at heart empty-nesters and retirees who enjoy class participation in the study of God’s Word and developing deep friendships. Small prayer groups and a prayer chain are an important part of our fellowship.
Many of our members volunteer some time each month in service to
Joy —Room FH305
Co-Teachers: Bob Aungst, Jr. and Lou Phillips
Co-Leaders: Dick Herr and Bob Kemp
We are ages 50 and up with both couples and singles. Our goals include in-depth Bible study, fellowship and sharing prayers and concerns for our ABF family, our children, grandchildren and aging parents. Teaching is in lecture format, but questions and comments are encouraged.
King's Class—Room FH301
Teacher: Peter Buhr
Leader: Harper
The King’s Class is a group of seniors, strong in the bonds of love, a caring fellowship seeking to mature in the Lord through good teaching and Bible study. We have a prayer schedule that brings each member before the Lord weekly, and a monthly prayer bulletin that lists those with special prayer needs. We also have dinners which are well planned and well attended, to enjoy fellowship and to get to know each other. You are cordially welcome to join us.
Winsome Class—Room FH303
Teacher: Pastor Steve Kilgore
Leader: John Albright
The purpose of the Winsome Class ABF is to study the Scriptures to gain an understanding of God’s will for our lives. We study the Bible by exposition with application to our everyday living. Our class is composed of those who are “empty nesters”, ages 50 and up. We have time for prayer, socials such as mini-dinners and special events.
Word of Life—Chapel
Co-Teachers: Rev. John Beerley and Pastor Eric Crichton
Co-Leaders: Keith Heller and Leon Whiteman
We study selected Scripture verse by verse, preferring lectured teaching in a traditional environment, desiring to glorify God by encouraging seasoned believers. We have several socials each year, to enjoy Christian fellowship outside our class time. We are co-ed, singles and couples, average age is mid-70's, with the oldest in their nineties and the youngest in their fifties.