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Christian Education

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Bible Studies

Ongoing Ministries

and Activities

Adult Education Hour

Adult Christian Education opportunities at Great Valley Presbyterian Church aim to:

Empower disciples to hunger for the truth found in God’s Word and to obey its teachings.
Engage all people in the process of becoming more Christ-like.
Equip followers of Jesus to serve the Kingdom both in the church and in the community.
Enrich relationships within our body of Christ as we study, fellowship, and grow together.

To accomplish this goal, we provide Sunday morning classes that follow a Bible Track (touching on the whole counsel of God) and a Discipleship Track (allowing for teaching and training in application of Scripture).

All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. —2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NIV)

Don't Be a Heretic!

For the Adult Christian Education Hour in August we will break from our two-track format for a series looking at some of the most popular heresies (false teachings) about Jesus and the Holy Spirit. We’ll find out when they first showed up in church history and look at the ways the Church responded to these false teachings. We’ll remind ourselves what beliefs orthodox Christians profess regarding Jesus and the Holy Spirit; we’ll also study the biblical passages that support these non-heretical beliefs. Whether you’re exploring Christianity or have been a follower of Jesus for years, we’d love to have you join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00am.

Options for Life Group

Bible Study

Interested in Studying the Bible?

There are a number of small groups studying Scripture. Some groups meet during the day and others at night. Many, but not all, gather weekly. The groups listed below meet at the church; others meet in local homes.

Men's Group:

Tuesdays at 6am (young professionals)

Tuesdays at 12:30pm

Thursdays at 7am

Women's Groups:

Tuesdays at 10:30am (Zoom available)

Thursdays (except the first Thursday of the month) at 9:15am

Thursdays at 7:30pm (young women)

For more information and additional groups, see the current Life Groups list or contact Paul Reader.

Opportunities for Prayer

and Fellowship

Great Valley Prayer

Saturdays at 9 AM

Come any Saturday you like - there is no weekly commitment needed to attend. We spend a little more than a half hour in corporate prayer and we would be encouraged by having you join us.

Cottage Prayer meeting

The second Wednesday each month, beginning at 7:00PM, folks gather for prayer. A time of sharing blessings and needs is followed by a reading from the Bible, then prayer. The evening concludes with fellowship over dessert. The meeting is held in homes on a rotating basis. The location is noted in the bulletin the Sunday prior. For more information contact the church office.

Missionary Society

The Missionary Society may be the oldest continuously-meeting group in the church, originating nearly 200 years ago, with the sole purpose of learning of, praying for, and giving to missionaries. On the third Wednesdays of September-December and March-June, men and women with a heart for missions meet in the Chapel to hear missionary speakers share their experiences and insights then fellowship over lunch. A brief business meeting begins at 10:30 followed by devotions, a program at 11:00, and lunch at noon. All are cordially welcome!

First Thursday

First Thursday is a mid-day gathering consisting of lunch and a program, often with a special speaker. Beginning with devotions at 11:30 AM and ending around 2 PM, it is held on the first Thursday of October, November, December and April, May and June. The events are free, but, for accurate lunch planning, advance reservations are greatly appreciated. Please sign up at the church or call the office.

Great Valley Book Club

Great Valley Book Club is a place for those who love to read and discuss books with others. The club is currently meeting monthly in the Chapel. New members are always welcome! Our 2022-2023 schedule is below. Contact the church office for more info!

October 18

Upstairs at the White House by J. B. West

November 15

The War that Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley

December 13

Christmas Tea - We each bring ideas of books for gift giving and a small treat (cookies, candy, etc.) to share. We also bring a wrapped, gently used book to have a book exchange!

January 17, 2023

Crossing the Line by Kareem Rosser

February 21

The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner

March 21

Little Princes by Connor Grennan

April 18

The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett

May 16

Movie Night - The Secret Garden