ADULT PROGRAMS

First Congregational Church of Winter Park offers a wide variety of programs and activities for people of all ages. In addition, we constantly strive to modify or adapt our programming to meet the needs of our congregation, our friends and guests. Activities for adults are outlined below.

Sunday Morning Worship - We  come together as a church family on Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. in our historic Sanctuary. Our music program is directed by Dr. John Sinclair who is also Director of Music at Rollins College.  Guest musicians and vocalists are often present.

 Adult Education Classes - Classes are offered most Sunday mornings during the academic year.  Pastor Bryan Fulwider's Bible Study meets at  9:00 a.m.  A book study led by Dr. Sherie Lindamood meets at 11:30 a.m.  A course in process theology meets on alternate Friday mornings as scheduled by Pastor Bryan.

Chancel Choir - Our adult choir is led by Dr. John Sinclair.  Our Chancel Choir sings on most Sunday mornings during the academic year and are often joined by guest soloists and musicians.  Dr. Sinclair is also Director of Music at Rollins College and Director of the Bach Festival Choir.

Joyful Noise! Wednesdays - Parents and other adults attend pottery classes, computer workshops, or discussion groups while children and youth engage in choir, liturgical dance and other activities.

Phinal Phriday Phlix & Philosophy - Offered monthly on the last Friday a group gathers in our media center to watch and discuss a thought provoking film and share dessert.

Broward Liston Lecture - Occasional lectures are offered by renowned theologians in memory of Brad Liston.  The 2006 lecture featured Dr. John Dominic Crossan who delivered a sermon and two lectures.

 Wisdom’s Daughters - This group is open to all women of our church who enjoy a relaxing evening of study, quiet meditation and sharing friendships. Wisdom’s Daughters meets on the 2^nd and 4^th Mondays of each month from 5:00-6:00 p.m. in the Parlor. In general we engage in a book study and conclude our hour with quiet meditation and contemplative prayer. Each person is responsible for purchasing a copy of the book we are studying. Following our meeting on the 2^nd Monday, we share dinner together at a local restaurant. You are welcome to join us on any Monday.

Lenten Series - During the Wednesday evenings of Lent we share a simple soup and bread supper and attend workshops related to our faith journey.  We begin on Ash Wednesday and conclude with the high drama of Easter week.

Womens Circles - Amity Circle and Circle 2007 meet periodically and engage in study, socialize and participate in various outreach projects.

Social Justice Committee - Join with a group of adults who want to:  ".. find ways within our community, from local to world, to bring awareness and lend support to a myriad of causes that will help our world become a more humane, environmentally responsible, sustainable, economically equitable, socially just and loving place."  In addition to monthly meetings they communicate on a regular basis on line as a Yahoo Group.

All Church Activities - We gather frequently to share a meal and program or celebrate together.  Recently over 100 people attended the 2007 All Church Retreat at Silver Springs in Ocala.

Use the link below to view or download Adult Programs brochure (PDF format).

Adult Programs Brochure

All dates and times are subject to change.  Please contact the church office or consult The Carillon, Church Bulletin, our Calendar and Upcoming Events page for specific program dates and times or date and time changes.