New Heights Sunday School: Joni Wells

Since joining AHUMC I have been amazed with the friendliness and “can do” attitude of so many members. I knew but a few people when joining, but through the Service Matters program I met so many more. When Dr. Pledger mentioned his idea for a new class, I was hesitant; I had not belonged to a Sunday School class since high school. I volunteer in the office and attend many of the Heights Nights, but one more thing to do on a Sunday morning. Hmmmm.

Dr. Pledger gathered several souls from various other classes and prospective members and those who did not attend a class. And, then . . . a class was formed: New Heights. His interpretations of the Bible and the lessons taught have been eye-opening and his side comments make us smile and laugh. Our ages range from early 20s to mid to late 70s. All of us seem to have found a common bond through our study, questions and socialization.

After one year, we have selected leaders in the class as well as mission project leaders, social organizer and a PR person to spread the word. We even have a newsletter with “Jim’s Gems” that is sent each week to recap our last meeting and to remind of future lessons and events at the church. Recently, we studied “Alcohol, Tobacco, substance abuse and other medical issues and what the Bible says” led by Dr. Michael Jann. This month we are discussing “The Will of God” and reading Leslie Weatherhead’s book of the same title.

Visit the class to find out the reason we are growing and loving our worship more and more.