We offer adult Bible study seasonally each year, as well as Pastor Kristen's Book Club monthly. These are perfect for adults of all ages and combine Bible study, prayer, and fellowship in a meaningful way!
Have questions about Bible study times, locations, or plans? Contact the Office at office@dandridgefumc.com.
CURRENT STUDIES
Pastor Kristen's BOOK CLUB: This is an adult education opportunity, which will meet at 5 PM on the FOURTH Thursday of each month - except in Nov, due to Thanksgiving. Attendees are encouraged to come to any or all sessions that interest them. See below for the books of each month, to be read in advance for discussion at the Thursday gatherings.
2026 Sessions:
- Jan: The Women by Kristin Hannah
- Feb: Freeing Jesus by Diana Butler Bass
- Mar: Learning to Fall by Philip Simmons
- Apr: Leading Well by Jeanne Porter King
- May: What We Remember Will Be Saved by Stephanie Saldana
- June & July: No Planet B by Lucy Diavolo - No Gathering, Read on Own
- August: The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah
- Sept: 9/24 at 5 PM, Run, Rose, Run by James Patterson & Dolly Parton
- Oct: 10/22 at 5 PM, Theo of Golden by Allen Levi
- Nov - No Gathering, Thanksgiving
- Dec: 12/17 at 5-6:30 PM, The Patron Saint of Liars by Ann Patchett, Christmas party & book exchange
2025 Sessions:
- June: The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom and Elizabeth Sherrill
- July: Rebel with a Cause, Finally Comfortable Being Graham by Franklin Graham
- August: Where Trees Touch the Sky by Karen Barnett
- September: Life Together: The Classic Exploration of Christian Community by Dietrich Bonhoefer
- October: Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope by Mary Beth Chapman and Ellen Vaughn
- November: Bethlehem Besieged: Stories of Hope in Times of Trouble by Rev Mitri Raheb
Why join a book club?
- Christian Community and fun. (Invite a friend.)
- Reading is good for your brain. (Benefit older adults with keep the brain engaged and younger adults with continue education.)
- Connections, New Perspectives, and Conversations. (Good for all ages to learn from each other and improve your critical thinking.)
- Accountability and Motivation. (Finally reach your reading goals for the year.)
- Make friends and live longer. (It is a low-pressure way to connect with others.)
Pro Tip: Read ahead. Listen while you drive, walk, clean the house (Pastor Kristen's favorite choice), or work in the yard.
Questions about the Pastor's Book Club? Contact Pastor Kristen at pastorkristen@dandridgefumc.com.
PREVIOUS STUDIES
- SUMMER 2026: Philippians prepared & taught by Kate Miller. Wednesdays at 10:30 AM in June, in New Hope Room. Wed June 3 - Introduction & Philippians 1. Wed June 10 - Philippians 2. Wed June 17 - Philippians 3. Wed June 24 - Philippians 4 & Conclusion.
- SPRING 2025: "Visitor-Focused Exceptional Hospitality" by Rev Bruce Galyon. Schedule: Sun Mar 30, Sun Apr 26, Sun May 18, all gatherings at 5 PM in New Hope Class. 3 Sessions, One each taught by Author, Pastor Kristen, and Kate Miller.
- FALL 2024: "Questions Jesus Asked" by Magrey DeVega. Schedule: Oct 22, Oct 29, Nov 12, Nov 19, Nov 26 - gatherings in New Hope Class at 9:30 AM. Taught by Kate Miller.
- SPRING 2024: "Finding Jesus in the Psalms" by Barbara Roose. Monday 6 PM Schedule: Feb 12, Feb 19, Feb 24, Mar 4, Mar 11, Mar 18 - gatherings in Kingdom Builder Room. Tuesday 9:30 AM Schedule: Feb 13, Feb 20, Feb 25, Mar 5, Mar 12, Mar 19 - gatherings in New Hope Class. Taught by Kate Miller.
- FALL 2023: "Acts: Catching Up with the Spirit" by Matthew L. Skinner. Schedule: Sept 12, Sept 19, Sept 26, Oct 3, No Oct 10, Oct 17, and Oct 24 - gatherings in New Hope Class at 9:30 AM. Here is the reading guide for participants: click here. Taught by Kate Miller.
