Adult Learning & Fellowship
The goal of Adult Education at the Presbyterian Church of Lawrenceville is to help each person grow in faith, know the Bible better, think more seriously about core beliefs, and do all of this in the company of fellow Christians.
Knowledgeable leaders guide Sunday morning adult education classes. Small group studies provide opportunities to dig deeper into a topic while getting to know others better. Annual men’s and women’s retreats held off-site are times of fellowship, worship, laughter and spiritual growth. Fellowship groups foster connections and nurture Christian friendships. Through each offering, we invite you to explore how we are called, equipped and sent into the world as God’s people.
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March 23
Dr. Dirk Smit | The Belhar Confession
Following worship | Lounge
We are thrilled to have Dr. Dirk Smit join us as we continue our sermon series. Dr. Smit was one of the primary authors of the Belhar Confession, which was written in 1982 and more recently adopted by the PC(USA). Dr. Smit is one of South Africa’s most significant theologians and currently serves as Rimmer and Ruth de Vries Professor of Reformed Theology and Public Life at Princeton Theological Seminary. Come to hear Dr. Smit after worship in the Lounge. All are welcome. Childcare is provided.
April 6
Alex Wimberly | Confession of 1967
Following worship | Lounge
Alex Wimberly will join us via Zoom in the lounge to discuss the Confession of 1967. The Confession of 1967 was greatly shaped by the social revolution of the 1950’s and 1960’s and is focused on reconciliation. Join us for this important discussion. All are welcome. Childcare is provided.
April 13
Anti-Racism Congregational Discussion
Following worship | Lounge
Join the Session of PCOL for the first discussion concerning anti-racism and a congregation-wide anti-racism statement. All are welcome. Childcare is provided.
April 27
Jim Moyer | Discussion of Music Sunday
Following worship | Lounge
Music Sunday will be held on May 18 during worship. Join us after worship to hear more about the music and composers that will be featured in worship.
May 18
Anti-Racism Congregational Discussion
Following worship | Lounge
Join us for our second congregation-wide conversation about anti-racism.
The Men’s Retreat in 2025 was held at Kirkridge Retreat Center. We had a lot of fun and look forward to next year’s retreat.
The women’s retreat for 2025 has been canceled. Stay tuned for alternate activities.
If you have any questions, please contact Sarah Finbow via sfinbow@pclawrenceville.org
Small groups provide opportunities for fellowship, study, prayer, sharing and discussion. Below are ongoing groups open to new participants.
Women of the Word (WOW)
The Women of the Word Bible study group is starting a new study. This is the perfect time to connect with women who laugh, study, pray, share and laugh some more. We will meet via Zoom on the first and third Tuesday evening at 7:30 pm and in room 106 at 12:30 pm on the first and third Wednesday of the month. If you are interested, please email Sarah Finbow at sfinbow@pclawrenceville.org for more details.
Men’s Bible Study
The Men’s Bible study meets every other Sunday from 8:45-9:45 in room 106. Coffee and bagels are always provided. The remaining Bible studies for the spring are on the dates that follow:
March 23rd, April 6th, April 27th, and May 4th.
Please contact Will Abbott with any questions at will.abbott@ptsem.edu
Fellowship groups meet monthly to foster connections and nurture Christian friendships. Various groups meet at different times. For more information about joining a group, please contact Sarah Finbow at sfinbow@pclawrenceville.org.
Men’s Breakfast
Every first Monday of the month, all men are invited to come to breakfast at Route 1 dinner in Lawrenceville at 7:30 am. This is a casual time of fellowship with no particular agenda, so come meet people or chat it up with some old church friends. (Note: everyone pays their own bill at the end). Please email Will Abbott with any questions or if you plan to come at will.abbott@ptsem.edu .
Ladies Lunch
Every second Monday of the month, the Ladies of PCOL (and friends!) are invited to come to lunch at Chamber’s Walk in Lawrenceville at 12:00 noon. This is a great time of fellowship! (Note: we will pay individually). Please email Sarah Finbow (sfinbow@pclawrenceville.org) by the Friday before so that an accurate reservation can be made.
Create and Relate
Create and Relate is a crafty group of women who meet each Monday morning from 10:00 am – 11:30 am in the church lounge to do handwork and to enjoy fellowship. They raise money for missions each year by selling their handiwork at the Fall Fest and at the Christmas Mission Boutique. New participants are always welcome and members attend as they are able. No skills are necessary; some create, some relate, and many do both! For more information, please contact Andrea Rabitz at rabitz@princeton.edu.
Please find here archived videos, handouts and other materials from past PCOL Adult Education programs.
Video Lessons of Faith
For Challenging Times
Since the COVID-19 pandemic first disrupted all of our lives in March 2020, the staff and leaders of PCOL have generated scores of short videos with “encouraging words” to help us through these times. PCOL’s Adult Education Committee has been inspired by these lessons of faith, which can be useful at any point in one’s life – especially when times are difficult. Read more…
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Ladies’ Lunch, March 10
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