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your Bibles for an in-depth study of the Description: In an Iyengar class, the stu-
off the dominant culture’s identity and
Psalms dent can expect great attention to detail.
privilege through practices of listening,
humility, and understanding. Please Study: The Psalms Time is taken in each pose to see that the
email Dr. Perryman at pat- Teacher: Dr. Patrick Perryman student both learns and absorbs the in-
rick.fpc@gmail.com if you plan to attend. When: Thursdays 9:30-11:00 am struction. The goal is to develop curiosity
Description: Blessed are those who don’t and intelligence in the body that will inform
Study of the Reformation: take their cues from the wicked and don’t and sustain the student’s practice outside
*begins Sept. 27 seek out sinners to study their habits, of class. The student is given detailed in-
Who: Adults interested in learning the but instead discover God’s ways and means. struction on the proper alignment of the
history of the Protestant Reformation. Blessed are those who tear off big chunks of body in each asana (pose). Corrections and
Explore the lives and beliefs of the re- scripture and chew and crunch to their adjustments are given, as necessary. Props
formers such as Martin Luther, Ulrich heart’s delight. (such as blocks, straps, blankets, and chairs)
Zwingli, and John Calvin – and why they They will grow strong like mighty oaks are used for support to help students
opposed the totalitarian control and vari- whose roots are well-watered. achieve proper alignment as well as to aid
ous practices of the Roman Catholic They will bear delicious fruit like ripe peach- in understanding the asana with greater
Church. es weighing down branches in the heat of clarity and sensitivity. Props will be provid-
Study: The Protestant Reformation the summer. ed.
Teacher: Peggy Fryer Those who are instructed by God’s Word Requirements: One must bring an open
When: Wednesdays 5:30-7:00 pm mind and a mat. All other props will be
will undoubtedly be well-rewarded.
Description: In honor of the 500-year These, the very first lines of the very first provided.
anniversary of the Protestant Refor- Psalm, drive us forward into the next one
mation, join Peggy in this study through a hundred and forty-nine. The Psalms them- ***Please sign up for any of the weekday
historical journey that changed the face selves offer compelling rationale as to why classes by calling the church office or sign-
of Christianity and shapes the way we live we ought to take them, study them and ing up on sheet on Becky’s office door!***
as Presbyterians today. This study will make them our own. Please notify the church office if childcare
cover the opposition that came to a head is needed for weekday classes. 843-524-
in the 1500’s when a Roman Catholic Yoga: *begins Thursday, Sept. 21st 3051 or fpcbeaufort@centurylink.net
monk named Martin Luther challenged Who: Adults who have previously practiced
the pope’s authority. As a result of this yoga and are interested in continuing the Melting Pot Class: room 207
practice. These classes will focus on stand-
opposition the Protestant Reformation Fellowship Class: room 205
ing and seated poses with an introduction
was founded and the important doctrines Discussion Class: room 201
of the reformation established. to inversions. ASK Class: Library
Study: Iyengar method of yoga Women of the Bible (Mondays): room 205
The Psalms: Teacher: Rev. Sam Cooper, Honorably A Conversation… (Wednesdays): room 205
Who: Adults interested in exploring, Retired Presbyterian Minister Study of the Reformation (Weds): Library
studying, and praying the Psalms togeth- When: Thursdays 5:30-7:00 pm The Psalms (Thursdays): room 205
er. Bring your hearts, minds, spirits, and Yoga (Thursdays): Fellowship Hall

Music Ministry

Come Join a Choir!

Your talents are needed for our adults and is open to all interested
church choirs and we have something musicians. Directed by Lily Cooper,
for everyone! Below is information organist, the choir rehearses at 4
about the rehearsal schedule for adult p.m. on Wednesdays in room ###.
choirs. Contact Vic Varner for more Email Lily Cooper,
information, vmvarner@hotmail.com, lilypcooper@yahoo.com, if you are
and share your talents with your interested in becoming a member
church family! of the handbell choir.
Chancel Choir Bell Choir “Seriously folks… it’s a good
Wednesdays at 7:15 p.m. Wednesdays at 4:15 p.m. time to join our Chancel Choir
or Bell Choir.”
Choir Room Room 209
The Handbell Choir is a choir for -Vic Varner, Music Director

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