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Below
you will find a complete list of the Sunday morning adult Bible
study classes (Sunday School classes) that are currently offered
at First Baptist Tuscaloosa. Classes are generally grouped
according to ages or marital status. We hope you will find a class
that fits your needs. If you have any questions about the classes
you see listed below, contact Joe Armour, Minister to Adults and
Outreach at 205-345-7554 or
jarmour@fbctuscaloosa.org.
Click
here
for the Sunday Morning Bible Study
brochure. |
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ADULT 1 (Age 20's - 30's) |
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Young Couples (20's)
Nearly or Newly Married - Room 301A-B Children’s Center |
Leaders:
Brian and Mary Jane Turner, John and Tyler Savage
This newly formed young adult group (started September 2009)
targets young couples (engaged, newly married,
not-so-newly-married) in their 20’s. The desire is to
provide an exciting place for these young adults to
experience Sunday School with their peers and to provide
Biblical wisdom and insights for these young adults as they
begin their lives together as married couples. Brian, an
attorney, and Mary Jane, editor/publisher of Kids Life
Magazine, have one daughter, Farris (age 9). John, Director
of Surgical Services at Northport Medical Center, and Tyler,
a licensed interior designer and realtor, have four
daughters -- Samantha (age 9), Sarah and Sidney (twins - age
7), and Shelby (almost 3). |
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Young Couples (20's)
with Young Children – Room 301C Children’s Center |
Leaders: Paul
and Melissa Bentley, Steve and Andrea Edmonds
This class is being specially created for those young
couples just starting their families (pregnant or recently
had a child). The desire is to provide an “exciting place”
for these young adults to experience Sunday School with
their peers who are experiencing the same stages of life.
Paul, who is in the oil and fuel business, and Melissa, a
busy stay-at-home mom, have three girls - Anna Claire (age
13), Mary Boyd (almost 11), and Caroline (almost 7). Steve,
whose occupation is hotel ownership, and Andrea, a former
English and French teacher, have a son, Quinn (age 13), and
two daughters, Helen Claire (age 9) and Ruthie (almost 3). |
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Young Married (Age-late
20’s-mid 30’s) Teacher: Matt Glover – Room 311B Children’s Center |
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This friendly class is composed of young
married couples in their late 20‘s-mid 30’s; many of the members
have small children. The purpose of the class is to develop strong
Christian marriages and families. Monthly socials play an
important role in members growing closer as a class. Matt’s
teaching style includes both lecture and discussion. Matt and his
wife, Hollie, are natives of West Virginia and have been members
of First Baptist Church since March 2002. They have two preschool
sons, Chase, and Cole. Matt attended Law School at the University
of Alabama and now works as an attorney in Tuscaloosa.
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Young Single Adults (early
20‘s-mid 30’s) – Room 310 Children's Center |
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This class consists of young single adults
(mostly never-married) who are faithful in their attendance and
Bible study. Many participate in outside activities such as the
single adult Bible study each Tuesday evening. The class is taught
by Mike Adams, a single adult himself. Taking early
retirement from his career in Atlanta, Mike has moved back
to his native Tuscaloosa, where he enjoys his two passions,
landscaping and Bible study. His passion for ministry in the
church is to teach people the Bible and to help people grow
in their Christian faith. |
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ADULT 2 (Age 30's - 40's) |
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Young Married (early
30’s-early 40’s) Teacher: Dr. Robert Bentley – Room 303 Children’s
Center |
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This is a growing, dynamic, active class
designed for parents of young children. Studying in detail the
various books of the Bible or the lives of biblical characters,
this class is taught by Dr. Robert Bentley, a retired dermatologist.
Robert, who has taught Sunday School for over 30 years, is an
active member and deacon at First Baptist. He and his wife,
Dianne, who works in the preschool ministry, have four grown sons
and five granddaughters. Robert
has served two terms in the Alabama House of Representatives,
and is presently running for the Republican nomination for
Governor of Alabama. Robert uses lecture and discussion in teaching
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Coed (mid 30’s-mid 40’s) Teachers: Eric Heinrich & Jon Mason
– Room 309D Children’s Center
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In its second year this coed class of
adults seeks intimate fellowship, encouraging support, and
applicable Bible study. Curriculum used is MasterWork.
Primarily consisting of married adults with children in ages from
preschool to middle school, this class welcomes adults who would
like to be a part of this growing, close-knit class. Eric, a small
business owner, is married to Janelle. They have a middle school
daughter, Hannah. Jon and his wife, Rebekah are the parents of
three children. |
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Coed (early 30’s-mid 40’s)
Teacher: Lanier Jones – Room 309B&C Children’s Center |
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In its fifth year this class is primarily
married adults in their 30’s-40’s with children in ages from
preschool to high school. This class strives to offer an inviting
and loving atmosphere for Bible study that provides fellowship and
support for brothers and sisters in Christ. Discussion is used
with the curriculum, MasterWork. Lanier Jones, a manager in
engineering with AT&T, leads the class. He is married to
Tammy who works in the physical therapy field. They have two
daughters - Alex and Addison. Both Lanier and Tammy are
involved in the First Baptist music ministry. Class
coordinator is Rachel Bryant, a teacher in the Tuscaloosa
City School System. |
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Coed (mid 30’s-early 50’s) Teacher: Calvin Cassady – Room 311-A
Children’s Center |
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The goal of this
class is to reach all people, grow them in Christ and
minister to them. Members of the class have children of all
ages in school and can relate to issues surrounding raising
children. Their intent is to build leaders and warriors for
Christ. LifeWay's Bible Study for Life curriculum is
used in an interactive discussion/lecture format. Calvin is
a Civil Engineer that owns an engineering company in
Tuscaloosa providing engineering services to rural towns in
Alabama. Calvin is married to Kathy, and they have two
daughters - Mary Kathryn and Laura Elizabeth. Calvin’s
passion is to grow disciples of Christ and raise up new
teachers and leaders in the church. Randy Allen serves as the class coordinator. |
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Coed (mid 30’s-mid 50’s) Teacher: Brad Stuart – Room 313
Children’s Center |
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This is a large
class of adults primarily in their 40’s-early 50’s who enjoy
fellowship, ministering to one another, and good teaching.
Brad and his wife, Denise, have four children – Stephen, Kaitlyn, Sarah and Kyle. Brad, a district sales
manager, is a former baseball pitcher in college and the
minor leagues. Brad has been teaching this class since
Spring 2008. Curriculum used is LifeWay’s MasterWork. Class
coordinators are Danny and Mitzi Lee. |
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Parents of Students (grades 6th-12th) Teacher: Larry
Williams – Middle School Assembly, Student Building |
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This is a
“stage of life” class for parents of
students in our Student (Youth) Ministry. These parents
study various topics concerning the Christian family,
especially the topic of parenting students. This fall they
are studying Parenting by the Book: Biblical Wisdom for
Raising Your Child. |
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ADULT 3 (Age 40's - 50's) |
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Coed (early 30‘s-40’s) Teacher: David Wray – Room 232
Multi-Purpose Building |
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Made up of
mostly professionals (teachers, engineers, bankers,
accountants and college faculty) in their 30’s-40, this is a
close group that ministers to each other in times of
victories and tragedies – births, deaths, achievements, and
needs. Using primarily lecture with some discussion, David
teaches the Bible surveying a book at a time. David, the son
of a pastor, has been teaching for over 20 years. He is a
graduate of Samford University with a degree in history.
David, an avid sports fan, works at Alabama One Credit Union. His wife, Melanna, whom David met at First Baptist
Church, is a physical education teacher and softball coach
at Brookwood Middle School. David and Melanna have three
dogs – Daisy, Skipper, and Brookie. |
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Coed (mid 40’s-late 50’s) Teacher: David Carroll – Room 231
Multi-Purpose Building |
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This coed class
primarily consists of married adults approaching the empty
nest syndrome. Their children are in high school or college
and their parents are aging. It is a group that enjoys Bible
study and good fellowship while ministering to one another.
The Bible is studied using the Bible Study for Life
curriculum. The primary teacher is David Carroll, an
attorney with Hunt Refining Company. David and his wife,
Linda, have three grown children. Assisting David in teaching is Chuck Malone.
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Coed (mid 40’s-late 50’s) Teacher: Rick Gibson – Room 229
Multi-Purpose Building |
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While the class
is mostly a couples class, it also includes and welcomes
single adults into its fellowship. It is their desire to
care for each other. The Bible Study for Life curriculum is
used, as God’s Word is openly discussed and applied to their
everyday lives. Most of the class members have teenagers
and/or college-aged children. Some are going through the
empty nest syndrome and dealing with aging parents. This is
a very diverse group - maritally, socio-economically, and in
age. Rick, a CPA, is a lifelong Baptist who has taught for
many years. His wife, Linda, works part-time at a local gift
shop. They have three children in college at UA: Grant,
Natalie, and Olivia. |
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Coed (40’s-mid 50’s) Teacher: Joey Falgout – Room 233
Multi-Purpose Building |
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A close-knit
class that appreciates solid Bible teaching/application and
warm fellowship, this class is composed primarily of parents
who have children in high school and/or college. Dr. Falgout,
a general surgeon, has taught Sunday School for over 18
years. Hobbies include travel, golf, snow skiing, and
following University of Alabama athletics. Joey and his
wife, Sherry, have a married daughter, Heather, and a son,
Ryan, who plays golf for Birmingham Southern College. |
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ADULT 4 (Age 40's - 50's) |
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Ladies (mid 30’s-early 60’s) Teachers: Becky Brown and Lyn
Holt– Room 335
Multi-Purpose Building
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This class is
made up of a wide variety of women – from all walks (and
stages) of life and a wide range of ages. It has been said
that they are either “laughing or crying” as they study
God’s Word together. Bible curriculum used is Explore the
Bible, which is a systematic study through the Bible.
Outside the classroom activities include class socials and
purposely planned mission activities. This special class of
women affectionately call themselves “the Ford Clinic, which
they will continue to go by in honor of Robin Ford, the
founder of the class, and because they just have so much fun
with it.” Becky is the Principal at University Place Middle
School. She has been in education for 18 years and loves her
students and the opportunity to serve them. Becky has led
Wednesday night Bible Studies for several years and began
the Prayer Shawl Ministry. Becky and her husband, Wayne,
have one son, Beau and one daughter, Anna Nakole, who has
been with the Lord since the age of six. Lyn is a
kindergarten teacher at Southview Elementary School. She and
her husband, Greg, have two college-age children - son,
Bradley, and daughter, Rachel. Lyn is the daughter of
Associate Pastor Emeritus Carl Wells. |
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Coed (30’s-early 60’s) Teacher: Andrew Bryant – Room 332
Multi-Purpose Building |
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This diverse
class reaches, teaches, and ministers to people of all ages
and stages of life. Through creative Bible study lessons
class members are encouraged, challenged, and equipped. For
true spiritual growth and maturity class members are
encouraged to follow the “three-legged milk stool”
principle: three daily disciplines – prayer, studying God’s
Word, and meditation. Andrew and his wife, Greta, have three
sons – Joseph, Ben and Daniel. Besides his
passion for studying the Bible and teaching, Andrew, along
with his wife, sings in the adult worship choir. Andrew is
an electrical engineer, while Greta
is a homemaker. |
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Coed (all ages) Teacher: Kaye Sutton – Room 326 Multi-Purpose
Building |
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Known as the
choir class, this class is a mixture of single adults and
married couples primarily involved or related to those
involved in the music ministry – choir, orchestra, etc.
However, this class is not limited to just those involved in
the music ministry, but it is designed to accommodate those
who need to come and go as needed due to their involvement
in the music ministry. Consequently, it is a diverse group
of all ages. Kaye is a MK (missionary kid); her parents were
missionaries in Central and South America. Of course, she
sings in the adult worship choir. She has worked in public
health for 20 years and considers that area her “mission
field.” |
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ADULT 5 (Age 50's - 60's) |
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Coed (50’s) Teacher: Larry Osborn – Room S105 (under the Sanctuary) |
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This class
studies the Bible Studies for Life curriculum each week with
lecture being the format. This class is a close-knit, caring
group, sharing experiences with all class members. Regular
socials are part of this class’s growth as friends. New
members are welcome and will enjoy being around a fun group
while studying the Bible. Larry works at INTEVA Products,
which supplies parts for the local Mercedes plant. Larry and
his wife, Candy, have one married son, Patton, and a
daughter, Anabeth, a college student at UA. His hobbies include running
and working in the yard. |
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Coed (early 50’s-mid 60’s) Teacher: John Hogue – Room 217
Children's Center |
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This warm,
close-knit class consists primarily of married couples and
single adults who are professionals and who are enjoy
monthly fellowships that reach outside of Sunday mornings to
connect with and support each other. The teaching is divided
between lecture and discussion using the Bible Study for
Life curriculum of LifeWay. A native of Tuscaloosa, John has
been a member of First Baptist Church for over 35 years, has
taught Sunday School for over 20 years, and has recently
served as Chairman of Deacons. John has worked in sales at Phifer Incorporated for 37 years. Married for
40 years, John
and his wife, Peggy, have two children and four
grandchildren. |
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Coed (mid 50’s-early 70’s) Teacher: William Guerard – Room
334 Multi-Purpose Building |
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A close-knit
group this class enjoys great fellowship, ministering to one
another, and solid Bible study. Bible Study for Life
curriculum is taught using a discussion with lecture format.
New members are warmly received. William and his wife,
Anita, have two children and four grandchildren. William has
taught this class since 1984 and also serves as a deacon.
Working at Alabama Power Company during the week, William
enjoys golf, tennis, horses, hunting, fishing, and travel
during his spare time. |
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Coed (50’s-60’s) Teacher: Dr. R.L. Guffin – Room S104
(under the Sanctuary) |
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This loving
class consists mostly of professionals. Their purpose in
Sunday School is spiritual growth, warm fellowship, and
ministering to members plus selected families with special
needs. Teaching style is primarily discussion while using
the Bible Study for Life curriculum from LifeWay. Dr. Guffin,
a Humanities Professor at Stillman College for over 40
years, has taught this class since its inception over 6
years ago. R. L., a widower (his wife, Mary, died in October
2007), has three children and two grandchildren. R.L. also
serves as a deacon and sings in the Worship Choir. His major
interests are church history, Bible study, American History,
reading, family history, and sports. |
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ADULT 6 (Age 50's - 60's) |
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Ladies (early 40's and up) Teacher: Celeste Wells - Room 324
Multi-Purpose Building |
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This new ladies
class led by Celeste Wells started September 2009. Many of
the ladies in this class were in a wonderful coed Sunday
School class, but wanted a class “just for women.”
This class uses LifeWay's Explore the Bible
curriculum for in-depth study. Celeste, a Tuscaloosa native, is an experienced and
passionate Bible teacher and elementary school teacher. She
teaches second grade at Skyland Elementary where she has
taught over 20 years. She and her husband, Steve, have two
daughters – Lauren and Caroline. Sammie Barstow serves as
class coordinator. |
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Ladies (mid 40’s-mid 60’s) Teacher: Margaret Jones -Room 228
Multi-Purpose Building |
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Women in this
class are married, single-again (divorced/widowed) or never
married. This class is a safe place to come and be supported
in sorrow and in joy; these ladies are praying ladies who
truly care about each other. Announcements and prayer
requests are followed by Bible study. LifeWay's
MasterWork curriculum is used with a combination of lecture
and discussion format. The class participates in several
ministry projects each year and has a variety of social
gatherings outside of class. Margaret and her husband,
Calvin, have been married for over 45 years. They have three
children and four grandchildren. A homemaker, Margaret
enjoys cooking, reading, traveling, crossword and jigsaw
puzzles. |
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Men (50’s-60’s) Teacher: Pleas Davis – Room 242
Multi-Purpose Building |
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This men’s class
consists of men in all walks of life: military, retirees,
judge, engineer, blue-collar workers, college professors,
businessmen, preacher and internationals. Each Sunday they
gather to study the Bible using LifeWay’s Explore the Bible
curriculum. Basically a discussion class, these men desire
to learn how to lead a Godly life and be “real men” for
Jesus. Pleas is retired military (Marines) and currently is
working in human resources. A native of Tuscaloosa, Pleas
and his wife, Judy, have two children and four
grandchildren. Pleas has been very involved in the Men’s
Ministry and Men’s Work Days. |
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Coed (early 50’s-mid 60’s) Teacher: Jerry Thomas – Room 238
Multi-Purpose Building |
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This class is
composed mostly of couples who have college-age and/or grown
children. Some class members are still active in their
careers; some are retired. All enjoy the warm fellowship
within this class and the wise, insightful Bible teaching of
their teacher, Jerry Thomas. Believing that God’s Word is
the answer to all of life’s problems, the class studies the
Bible using the Explore the Bible curriculum from LifeWay.
Besides being a dedicated teacher, Jerry has served as
Chairman of Deacons and has participated in several mission
trips. A pharmacist by profession, Jerry and his wife,
Marianne, have five grown children – three daughters and
twin boys – and eight grandchildren that includes two sets
of twins. |
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ADULT 7 (Age 60's and up) |
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Ladies (early 60’s & up) Teacher: Lori Barstow – Parlor
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This warm, loving class of ladies is bonded together by
their love of the Lord and His Word. They meet every Sunday
morning to study the Bible, using the Explore the Bible
curriculum from LifeWay, and to encourage each other to live
out their faith everyday. Besides being students of the
Bible, they minister to each other and enjoy warm
fellowship. Lori, a single adult, is an academic
advisor/coordinator in the College of Commerce and Business
Administration at the University of Alabama. She has
authored a 12-week devotional book and journal for young
women starting college entitled Precious Stones and
Alabaster. It was recently featured as Book of the
Month
in the magazine Living with Teenagers. |
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Ladies
(mid 60’s & up) Teacher: Rosalind Holloman –
Room 234 Multi-Purpose Building |
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Known as
the JOY class (Jesus – 1st, Others – 2nd, Yourself 3rd),
this is a diverse group of ladies. Besides being involved
attending Sunday School and monthly fellowships, class
members are active in various ministries within the church.
Lecture with discussion is used to study God’s Word using
the Explore the Bible curriculum. Rosalind is a
retired educator and the mother of four sons. She has been
widowed twice; she is now married to Jim. Together they have
been very involved in ministry work in Ukraine. Rosalind
loves teaching! She currently facilitates Wednesday morning
Bible Studies with the First Ladies Ministry and also leads
a mid-week Bible study at Robertson Towers. She recently
completed the training for the chaplaincy program in
Disaster Relief. Jim and Rosalind have 13 grandchildren who
are the lights of their lives. |
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Men (early 60’s-mid 70’s) Teacher: Milton Marcum – Room 239
Multi-Purpose Building |
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This class of
men studies the Bible using the LifeWay’s Explore the
Bible curriculum. Solid Bible study, open discussion of the
Scriptures, and sharing of pertinent life experiences are
important elements of this men’s class each week. Milton and
his wife, Betty, have been married 45 years and have two
grown children and seven grandchildren. Milton has worked at
Alabama Power for over 40 years. Betty is an excellent Bible
teacher herself, having led a ladies class for over 25 years. |
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Coed (late 50’s & up) Teacher: Ike Espy – Room 236
Multi-Purpose Building |
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Known as the
Agape class, this is a large, loving coed class. Each
Sunday the Bible is studied using the Explore the Bible
curriculum in a lecture format. Through in-house ministries
and care groups, personal caring relationships are
experienced during times of joy and celebrations and times
of sorrow and concern. The class has ladies’ activities,
men’s activities, and class-wide activities regularly. He is
a civil engineer and former land surveyor. Currently, he is
a practicing attorney. Ike and his wife, Carol, have three
children and eight grandchildren. The class “runs” very
efficiently and effectively with Carol serving as the class
coordinator. |
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Coed (early 60’s & up) Teacher: Roy Howell – Chapel |
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The Chapel class
consists of mostly senior adults who are young-at-heart.
Class members are diverse in their background and their
experiences. Class members are active in the community as
well in the various ministries of First Baptist Church.
Regular fellowships are enjoyed by all. Located in the
chapel, this class is readily accessible by all. Curriculum
used is LifeWay’s Bible Study for Life. Roy, retired
instructor at a local community college, is married to
Margaret. They have three sons and three grandchildren. Roy
loves sports of all kinds – football, baseball, basketball,
etc. |
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ADULT 8 (Age 60's and up) |
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Ladies (mid 60’s & up) Teacher: Doris Novatnak – Room
222
Multi-Purpose Building |
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Ladies of this
class, known as the Lydia class, are mature Christians who
take Bible study seriously; it is a friendly, loving and
caring group who look after each other in the sorrows and
joys of life who give loving support when needed. Fun times
are also enjoyed; ladies are always invited to visit this
class and experience learning, love and warm fellowship.
Doris has been teaching Sunday School since 1952 and has
always felt called of God to serve as a Sunday School
teacher. Doris, a widow, has two daughters, three
grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Explore the Bible
curriculum is used with lecture and discussion format.
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Coed (mid 60’s & up) Teacher: George Hodgson – Room 226
Multi-Purpose Building |
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Known as the
Koinonia class, this class consists of widowed ladies,
couples, and men whose wives work in other areas of the
church during Sunday School. The emphasis of the class is on
reaching people, teaching our members and ministering to
those in need. Discussion is encouraged as the Bible is
studied using Explore the Bible curriculum. Fellowships are
regularly scheduled. George and his wife, Susan, have three
children and two grandchildren. George is a retired colonel
from the U. S. Army and a retired public school teacher.
Besides teaching, George serves as a Gideon, volunteers at
DCH, our local hospital, participates in mission trips,
teaches a Bible study at a local retirement center on
Wednesday mornings, and serves as a deacon at First Baptist
Church. |
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Coed (mid 60’s & up) Teacher: Dr. Hayse Boyd - Room 246
Multi-Purpose Building |
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The Good
Samaritan Class consists primarily of married couples plus a
few single adults. This class loves to study the Bible,
minister to one another, and share fellowship. The class,
organized into care groups, has a tremendous ministry of
meeting needs within and outside the class. The Bible is
taught using LifeWay’s Explore the Bible curriculum in a
lecture format. Dr. Boyd is a retired physician, longtime
deacon and church leader. Each week he writes and publishes
a Sunday School lesson that is used, not only in his class,
but in the homebound ministry of First Baptist Church. He is
an avid reader, enjoys yard work, and collects antique
automobiles. He is also a writer with five books published.
He and wife, Peggy, have three children and 4 grandchildren.
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Ladies & Men (mid 60’s & up) Teachers: Marianne Bryan/Wyatt
Williams - Room 233 Multi-Purpose Building |
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This class is
really the combination of two classes – one ladies and one
men. They combine each week with Marianne and Wyatt
alternating teaching with Stanley Park serving as director.
This class studies Explore the Bible curriculum with a
lecture format, but participation is encouraged. This class
is composed of faithful ladies and men who are very active
in Sunday School and other areas of leadership and
ministries of First Baptist Church. Marianne, a widow, is
the mother of 4 children and 6 grandchildren. A retired
counselor from the public schools, Marianne now volunteers
at Hospice of West Alabama and DCH Northport Hospital. Wyatt
and his wife, Betty, have two daughters. Wyatt is a retired
pharmacist who presently works a few hours each week as a
pharmacist at the Good Samaritan Clinic. When not working,
gardening and yard work are Wyatt’s hobbies. |
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Men (mid 70’s & up) Teacher: Dr. Bill Walker – Room 220
Multi-Purpose Building |
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This class is
one of the oldest men’s classes at First Baptist Church. The
Bible is taught in a lecture format using LifeWay’s Explore
the Bible curriculum. With several members being shut-ins,
ministering to one another is an important element of this
class. Dr. Bill Walker, a retired professor of physics at
the University of Alabama, has taught this class almost ten
years. Dr. Walker enjoys computer, reading and yard work.
Bill and his wife of fifty years, Annette, have three
children and six grandchildren – all of whom live in
Tuscaloosa. Annette teaches in the Adult Special Education
class each Sunday morning. |
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Men (70’s & up) Teacher: Jess Ellard – Room 224
Multi-Purpose Building |
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Members of this
class of “much experienced and wise” men are active in
attendance and enjoy fellowship with one another. The Bible
is studied using LifeWay’s Bible Studies for Life curriculum,
a complete Bible study series, in a casual format where
everyone can participate. A member of First Baptist Church
since 1985, Jess has taught this class for four years. Jess
is a geologist. He and his wife, Margo, have been married
for forty-two years. |
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Russell Special Education |
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Director – Allene Russell Special Education Room, Family
Life Center |
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Co-Director: Jan McQuaig |
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Teachers: Jacque Edwards, Becky Ingram, Jayse McQuaig,
Larry Murphy, Mary Nelson, Becky Turner, Annette Walker,
Eleanor Wells |
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Initially
started as a special education Sunday School class for
children years ago, this class has evolved into a class
for special needs adults. Many of the members of this
class come from group homes in our community. Allene
Russell’s husband, Dr. Tommy Russell, who died in 2001,
was the founder and leader of this class. However,
through the dedication and faithfulness of the people
listed above, this special class continues today. Mrs.
Russell is a retired preschool special education
teacher. She has two children – a deceased son, Mark,
and a married daughter, who has two children. Note: In
addition to the teachers listed above, there are about
20 other volunteers who alternate serving during the
11:00 a.m. worship service each Sunday. |
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