Join us in September for “Upward!”, a course on Wesleyanism for all. We’ll explore the unique aspects of the Wesleyan tradition, learning about John and Charles Wesley’s impact on the Methodist Church. Guided by Paul W. Chilcote and Steve Harper’s book, we’ll dive into Wesleyan theology and practices in worship and classes throughout the month. Pick up your book in the back of the Sanctuary. Let us know which class you’re interested in, and pay online for your book here:

Upward! Book Study Guide Class Schedule

WEEK 0 – Sept 1

• Read the Preface and Introduction
• Only two class option this week:
  • 8/26 Monday night 6 PM on zoom: www.allendaleumc.org/upwardzoom
  • 9/1 Sunday morning 9 AM, Ella Baker Room

WEEK 1 – Sept 2-8

Read “Movement 1: The Way of Wisdom”

• If you want lighter reading, read the Introduction of Movement 1 and one section:
  • Last name A-D read “Platform of Grace”
  • Last name E-K read “Posture of Humility”
  • Last name L-Q read “Practice of Inclusivity”
  • Last name R-Z read “Promise of Love”
• Class options:
  • 9/2 Monday night 6 PM on zoom: www.allendaleumc.org/upwardzoom
  • 9/4 Wednesday night (dinner 5PM, class 6PM) Ella Baker Room
  • 9/5 Thursday morning 11AM (go out for lunch following) Ella Baker Room
  • 9/8 Sunday morning 9AM, Ella Baker Room

WEEK 2 – Sept 9-15

Read “Movement 2: The Way of Wonder”

• If you want lighter reading, read the Introduction of Movement 2 and one section:
  • Last name A-D read “Grandeur of Creation”
  • Last name E-K read “Dignity of Redemption”
  • Last name L-Q read “Delight of Sustenance”
  • Last name R-Z read “Glory of Restoration”
• Class options:
  • 9/9 Monday night 6 PM on zoom: www.allendaleumc.org/upwardzoom
  • 9/11 Wednesday night (dinner 5PM, class 6PM) Ella Baker Room
  • 9/12 Thursday morning 11AM (go out for lunch following) Ella Baker Room
  • 9/15 Sunday morning 9AM, Ella Baker Room

WEEK 3 – Sept 16-22

Read “Movement 3: The Way in and for the World”

• If you want lighter reading, read the Introduction of Movement 3 and one section:
  • Last name A-D read “Gospel-Bearing in a World Parish”
  • Last name E-K read “Forming Mystic-Prophets for the World”
  • Last name L-Q read “Honoring Nonduality in Everything”
  • Last name R-Z read “Living into the Peaceable Reign of Christ”
• Class options:
  • 9/16 Monday night 6 PM on zoom: www.allendaleumc.org/upwardzoom
  • 9/18 Wednesday night (dinner 5PM, class 6PM) Ella Baker Room
  • 9/19 Thursday morning 11AM (go out for lunch following) Ella Baker Room
  • 9/22 Sunday morning 9AM, Ella Baker Room

WEEK 4 – Sept 23-30

Read “Beginning: The Fourth Movement of the Way”

• Class options:
  • 9/23 Monday night 6 PM on zoom: www.allendaleumc.org/upwardzoom
  • 9/25 Wednesday night (dinner 5PM, class 6PM) Ella Baker Room
  • 9/26 Thursday morning 11AM (go out for lunch following) Ella Baker Room
  • 9/30 Sunday morning 9AM, Ella Baker Room