Adult Education and Offerings
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We offer a large variety of in-person and virtual adult faith formation groups and classes. Please sign up by 5:00pm the day before the meeting. Thank you! Some Sunday Adult Forums are also offered Virtually. Click here to see past forum streams.
What does the Bible Really Say about 'Forgiveness?
Thursdays
on Zoom
8:00am
What does it mean to ‘turn the other cheek?’ Is it actually a good idea to “forgive 7 times 70?” Or “forgive and forget?” What about restorative justice? Or judgement? Join people from around the country, as well as the congregation, for an in-depth look at what the Bible says about this challenging topic—and explore your own questions, too. All welcome to join in this in-depth study (via Zoom) Info/register at Here! All welcome!
Pretty Good Guys - Books That Didn't Make It into the Bible
Wednesday
November 11
10:30
Not all Gospels or other accounts of the early Christians made it into the Bible. What were those books? And why weren’t they included? Join these lively discussions. Info/register contact church office here.
Women's Study Group
Wednesdays
November 4 & 18
10:00am
We read Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt and begin The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride. All welcome!
Contact the church office HERE!
Moses and Jesus Go to the Movies Renesan Series with Talitha Arnold
Thursdays
November 12 & 19
10:00am
Throughout our history, American authors and movie directors have drawn upon both Jewish and Christian scriptures for themes, plots, and scenes. Through short readings, film clips, and visual art, Talitha
Arnold explores the impact of ancient sacred texts on U.S. movies, particularly Melville’s Moby Dick and Steinbeck’s Grapes of Wrath. Info/Registration: renesan.org/moses-and-jesus-go-to-the-movies/.
Tour Santa Fe's Food Depot
Tuesday
November 10
9:30am
Last year, The Food Depot’s hunger-relief programs and partner agencies distributed 10 million pounds of food across Northern New Mexico. Join United’s tour of the Depot on Tuesday, Nov. 10 and find out how they do it! (And what we can do to help.) Sign up at
church or at 505-988-3295.
November Forums
Who's in Your Cloud? Saints We Have Known and Loved
November 1
11:15am After Service
The Bible tells of the “great cloud of witnesses” whose faith and hope have help us keep the faith, too. On this All Saints Sunday, who has blessed your life? Taught you about the faith? Stood by you in good times and hard? This special forum is a time to remember our “saints” – and learn about the saints of others. All welcome!
Two Forums
November 8
11:15am After Service
When the Holidays Are Different
For all their joy, Thanksgiving and the Christmas season can be challenging, especially after a death, divorce, or other loss. They’re also hard if we can’t meet our children’s—or others’—expectations. Join in this discussion and get resources to prepare for this holiday season.
The Church's Budget: What's in It-and
Where Doe s It Come from?
United’s volunteer Stewardship and Finance Team share how United’s budget supports our values as a
church—where the money goes and where it comes from. All welcome!
All Church Brunch(es) (after both services)
November 15
11:15am After Service
Food, fellowship, fun, new friends – that’s all part of the All Church Brunch this Stewardship Sunday. We’ll also have special activities for children and youth. Plan to join in!
Welcome United's Newest Members
November 22
11:15am After Service
Get acquainted with United members who joined the last three years. It’s a chance to learn what brought them to United and to share your experiences and hopes for our church as we grow together. All welcome!
Advent Worship for All Ages
November 29
11:15am After Service
All welcome!