Adults

Each Monday beginning Sept. 11 in Highland Hall Garage
Facilitator: Kay Roller
All IPC Day School and church mothers are invited to join this small group of women to discuss life as a mom. This semester, the group will be studying “Making a Home for Faith” by Elizabeth F. Caldwell. Talking about faith with children can be challenging for parents. How do we find the right words to say what we believe about God? the Bible? Creation? the Church? In this sensitive insightful book, Elizabeth Caldwell offers guidance to parents and caregivers who want to take an active role in the faith development of their children.

Each Monday and Wednesday (year-round) in RM 301
Facilitator: Rowena Macnab
Enjoy weekly yoga sessions with other members and friends that are appropriate for all levels from beginner to advanced. Modifications are provided, and you must be able to get up and down from the floor.

Each Monday and Wednesday (year-round) in RM 308 & 309
Facilitator: Paul Leaver
Two bridge venues meet every Monday. Play begins at 1 and continues until the last foursome decides to go home, generally around 3:30 or 4:00. One room accommodates six tables, and the second room accommodates 4 tables. Both are attended by players of all experience levels and most play by New American Convention. The more experienced players are always available for questions. This is rubber bridge, not Duplicate or Chicago. The round robin game is also played in the same room on Wednesday with the same format.

Each Monday from Sept. 11 to Nov. 6 in RM
This fall, the group will study Psalms. The class will not meet on Oct. 9.

1st Monday of the Month, beginning Oct. 2 in RM 307
Facilitator: Ginni Robertson
This group reads and discusses a new book each month. The book for October is "Lessons in Chemistry" by Bonnie Garmus followed by "The Daughter of Auschwitz: a memoir" by Tova Friedman and Malcolm Brabant in November. The group does not meet during the summer or January.

Each Tuesday (year-round) in RM 304
Facilitator: Rowena Macnab
Deepen your relationship with the living Christ through interior silence. Participants begin each class with a 20 minute “sit”, followed by a reading and discussion. This fall they will study "Falling Upward: A Spirituality for the Two Halves of Life" by Richard Rohr.

Each Tuesay, beginning Sept. 12 in RM 308
Facilitator: Paul Leaver
We will begin a refresher/beginners class on the second Tuesday after Labor Day. We will begin at 9:00 and finish promptly at 11:00 am. Class will continue until attendees feel comfortable moving on to regular play on Mondays and Wednesdays. References will be provided. This class will be offered again in the winter/spring.

1st & 3rd Tuesdays beginning Sept. 19 in RM 217
Facilitator: Susan Clayton
This group reads and discusses books on a variety of topics, including but not limited to theology, spirituality, biblical interpretation, Christian ethics, world religions, faith and culture, faith and the arts/sciences, and the history of religions. All are welcome in this discussion group. Currently, the class is comprised of women of various ages.

This fall, they are studying Karen Armstrong's 2022 book, "Sacred Nature: Restoring our Ancient Bond with the Natural World" in a group discussion format. In this book, Armstrong, a historian of religion, outlines the history of the world's religious traditions as they understood the relationship between the sacred/divine and the natural world and its place in many spiritual traditions from around the world and through time.

(year-round) Locations change monthly
Facilitator: Cindy Shaw
Hope you will join the Lunch Bunch crew for a great meal and fellowship. This is a self-pay event but please register each month so we will have an accurate headcount. The group will meet at Civitas in English Village in August and at Olexa's in September.

Each Wednesday beginning Sept. 13 in Highland Hall Garage
Facilitator: Lisa Burton, Cindy Marbury
This community Bible study for women meets every Wednesday from 10:30 to around 11:30 am in Highland Hall Garage. The group studies a book of the Bible one semester, and a book about Christian principles the following. This fall, WATW is studying Max Lucado’s Life Lessons from James.

This is a welcoming group of women who share prayer concerns, struggles, and joys with one another in a confidential and comfortable environment grounded in Christian fellowship. The lessons are taught by various class members and there is always lots of participation and discussion in class. They enjoy service projects every so often as well as occasional social get-togethers. Women are members of IPC or from other churches. Invite a friend, join us beginning September 13th, and become a part of Women at the Well.

Each Wednesday (year-round) on Zoom
Facilitator: Catherine Mason
This group is currently studying the book of Luke.

Each Wednesday beginning Sept. 6 in the Great Hall & RM 218
Facilitator: Rev. Kevin Long
This group will get to eat together at 5:30 pm for half an hour and then study God’s Word together as they look at the sermon text for the upcoming Sunday. Even if you can’t make it for dinner, we hope you will join us for study at 6 pm in RM 218.

Each Thursday beginning Sept. 7 in RM 307
Facilitator: Rev. Susan Clayton
This group looks at biblical texts in their original context, but also seeks to understand their application to our daily living. This fall, the group will be studying Romans.

Each Friday (year-round) in Highland Hall Garage
Facilitator: Lee Walthall
This men's small group meets weekly over breakfast to discuss Biblical texts. Many also attend the Seekers Bible Study class on Sunday mornings. This fall, the group will study the book of Luke.

3rd Saturdays during Sept. - May (locations & times vary)
Facilitator: Rowena Macnab
Each month, from September to May, the IPC hikers travel to a different location in Alabama for a Saturday hike. Each hike is led by a different person and varies from 4 to 6 miles and in difficulty. To get hike details, visit our Facebook page under groups on the IPC Facebook page or join us on the free app, GroupMe. Hitting the trail with a group of IPC members and their friends is a fantastic way to strengthen relationships and meet new people, all while enjoying God’s wonderful creation.