9:30-10:30 A.M.

During the Sunday School hour, Fondren provides classes for all ages.

Nursery

A fully staffed nursery on the lower level of the building is available for infants beginning at 9:15 A.M. for Sunday School and continuing through the 11:00 worship service. Because Fondren members are dedicated to getting to know and nurturing even our youngest children, volunteer members join the nursery staff to care for infants during the 11:00 worship service.

Preschool

In Fondren's Preschool Sunday School, staff and volunteers provide education and nurture through music, Bible study, prayer, and play. Fondren's children's choir director leads the children in a time of music, movement, and praise, and dedicated teachers help children learn a new Bible story each week. Weekly Bible stories relate to a monthly theme. Multiple learning styles are used, and preschoolers often create art in response to what they experience and learn. Preschool classrooms are located on the lower level of the building.

Creation Station (Grades 1-4)

Fondren provides an exciting, modified workshop rotation model Sunday School called "Creation Station" for children in grades one through four. The rotation model emphasizes multiple learning styles, with children learning Bible stories through music, story, drama, art, science, video, computer, and games. Children begin Sunday School in the Children's Library (Room 10) upstairs, with prayer, offering and mission concerns, and a telling or reading of the weekly Bible story. A time of music, movement, and praise follows, led by Fondren's children's choir director. Children then move to different rooms to experience the weekly Bible story through one or more of the exciting workshops. Weekly Bible stories pertain to a monthly theme. These are the same stories and themes (varied for age-appropriateness) studied by the Preschool and Younger Youth classes. This unity in material lends cohesion to the whole children's Sunday school program.

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Younger Youth Class (Grades 5-7)

Fondren's youth in grades five through seven meet in the newly redecorated Younger Youth Room upstairs (Room 1). Through multiple learning styles, youth learn a new Bible story each week. Each story pertains to a monthly theme. The use of a timeline gives each Bible story historical context, and the curriculum also integrates service and mission. Our prayer is that youth will grow in their relationships with God and each other as they learn the stories of our faith and consider how those stories relate to and impact the stories of their own lives.

Older Youth Class (Grades 8-12)

Fondren's youth in grades eight through twelve meet in the Youth Room upstairs (Room 7). Through study, discussion, and hands-on experience, youth attempt to connect the stories of our faith with contemporary topics, to think theologically, and to become fully involved in the life of the church. Leadership, service, and mission are included in the curriculum.

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Young Adult Class (ages 18-35)

The newly formed Young Adult Class meets upstairs (Room 4). This class will begin on January 6, 2008 with a study of the Book of Mark. Participants will also enjoy opportunities for service and fellowship.

The Christian Life (adults, all ages)

The Christian Life class meets upstairs (Room 9). This mixed-age class alternates studies of the Bible with studies of contemporary issues. Recent topics include a study of Romans and lessons from The Thoughtful Christian. Participants learn much as they enjoy lively discussion and fellowship.

Odyssey (adults, all ages)

The Odyssey Class takes its name seriously, exploring eclectic books and topics that range from focused Bible study to contemporary short fiction with deep religious themes; from an in-depth study of the Dead Sea Scrolls to a book about the contemplative life; and from the early monastic practice of lectio divina to exploration of the gnostic gospels. Through lively discussion and sharing of insights, this class asks the deep, important questions of faith and enriches the spiritual lives of its members in ways that go far beyond Sunday mornings. Members of the class take turns leading the discussions. The Odyssey Class meets in the Parlor.

Metamorphosis (adults, all ages)

The Metamorphosis Class, a group comprised of diverse ages, backgrounds, and spiritual interests, offers spirited discussions for the transformation of faith. The study of current and ancient practices offers opportunities to explore their influences on society through the ages. Throughout the year, smaller, more directed topics are offered, such as during the season of Advent. The Metamorphosis Class meets in the Library.

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