Christianity is a life-long journey and learning about Jesus’ teaching is not just for Sunday School children. Jesus asks that we become his disciples and we at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church would like to provide opportunities for adults to nurture and develop their faith. Many have found that small group studies are the ideal place for that to happen. While spending time with an existing group of friends or, while meeting new people, the small group setting has been found to encourage and enrich the study of God’s word and other learning materials.

The Church has a wide variety of programming planned for this year. Why not take a look at the course descriptions in this brochure, see what interests you, what fits into your calendar, and set time aside for your own spiritual growth.

To preserve the intimacy of the small group setting, enrollment for all classes is limited to 10 people. A $20.00 registration fee is charged for most courses to cover materials but feel comfortable about speaking with the Rev. David McMaster if this presents a financial difficulty for you.
If you are interested in joining a program or starting a new group, contact The Rev. David McMaster, 416-925-8494 x.222.

Course Descriptions

Alpha: Is there more to life than this?

Course 100: Faith Foundations

Alpha is an opportunity to explore the meaning of life in a relaxed, friendly setting. The Alpha course includes ten meals and an amazing weekend getaway that comes halfway through the 10-week course. The course meets once per week.
Alpha has become a worldwide phenomenon, now in 164 countries, where millions of people have come to explore the meaning of life.
Each session people enjoy great food, laughter and learning in a fun and friendly atmosphere where no question about life and God is seen as too simple or too hostile… questions like—Is there a God? Why am I here? Where did I come from? Where am I going?
For more information, see www.AlphaCanada.org, www.AlphaUSA.org or uk.Alpha.org.

Christianity Explored (Video & Discussion Series)

Course TU101: Faith Foundations

This program explores the heart of Chris- tianity through Mark’s Gospel. Participants will read and discuss Jesus’ identity, mission and calling through addressing the questions “Who was Jesus? Why did he come? What is involved in following him?” Discover how Jesus can be relevant in your life.

The Bible Jesus Read – Introductory(Book Study by Philip Yancey)

Course 223: Biblical Understanding in the Time of Jesus (8 wks)

Do you approach the Old Testament with a sense of trepidation? Do you wonder if it really can teach you anything about God, or why it is considered an important part of the Christian heritage? This introduction to the Hebrew Bible (as the Old Testament is more universally known) includes a discussion of books not covered in the Bethel program.

The Bible In The Church Today (TEMC Lecture Series)

Course 420: Lectures for Christian Laity the Rev. David McMaster,

This series utilizes the expertise of local university and theological college professors to speak each on a topic of the evening. The series will ignite interest in the principal text of our faith, provide scholarly background to help us read and study the older and newer testaments, and encourage us all to connect faith, belief and practice with the sacred scriptures.

While there are no prerequisites for any course, course numbers are provided, partly to indicate the order in which classes should ideally be taken, and partly to indicate where prior knowledge of the bible and church faith principles will be beneficial.