Christian Life

6:30-7:45 p.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 8 – 29, Room 132/133, Mission Campus In America, faith and politics have been deeply interconnected, influencing legislation and social movements through religious leaders and communities. From abolitionism to civil rights and current social debates, religious convictions have shaped political life. The separation of church and state aims to protect diverse spiritual expressions and secular views. This class, led by Rev. Chad Herring, will explore how mainline Protestants engage in politics to promote the common good through the study of scriptural and civic texts.

8-9 a.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 8-Nov 26, Friendship Hall, Mission Campus Start your day off being fed in body and soul. Our chef will prepare a hot breakfast and then Rev. Dr. Rodger Nishioka will lead an eight-week study on King David in 1st and 2nd Samuel and how David’s life demonstrates for us what it means to be a man of faith. Conversation is encouraged. Invite a friend and join the fellowship on Tuesday mornings. To make a reservation for breakfast, please register online. Donation Suggestion $7. Pay in person. Child care is not available.

6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 9, Room 230 Heritage Dining Room, Mission Campus The first three industrial revolutions lasted decades; created 100 to 1 productivity increases; and created new industries. The class will review the first three industrial revolutions and then examine how emerging technologies such as: artificial intelligence, quantum computing, robotics and 6G wireless will likely form the foundation for the 4th Industrial Revolution. Potential changes in how life might change in this new environment will be examined. Instructor: Chick Keller.

6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16, Room 132/133 The American dream and hope of "leading a better, richer life than your parents regardless of the circumstances of your birth" has energized Americans throughout our history. Today's high level of costs for housing, transportation, child care and health insurance has led people to believe the American Dream is dead for some. The class will discuss that the American dream is still alive and well, but the dream is different for different groups of people. Instructor: Chick Keller.

6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays, Oct. 23 & 30, Room 132/133, Mission Campus After WWII, the U.S. led in promoting democracy, freedom, and free trade. Now, China challenges U.S. leadership with its autocratic model, questioning America's role in human rights. This class, led by Chick Keller, will explore the shift toward multi-polar leadership and its implications, covering globalization, deglobalization, climate change, the South China Sea, Taiwan, the Uyghur Muslims, and technology theft.

12:15-2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20, Friendship Hall East, Mission Campus Bill Tammeus, retired Faith columnist at the KC Star, and Yvette Walker, KC Star editorial page editor, will present. Sponsored by the Social Justice and Mission Committees and the Heartland Presbytery. Lunch will be served. Registration is helpful. Donations will be collected at the event to offset costs.