CORNERSTONE

Adults 50’s – 60’s

E&A Building 316 Contact Monique Cunningham – mo@moniquecunningham.com

Cornerstone is an interactive class where we gather around tables for meaningful conversations that apply Scripture to everyday life. Led by class teachers, guest speakers, and engaging video presentations, every Sunday offers insight and inspiration from people making a difference locally and globally. Whether you’re new to the Bible or a seasoned student, you’ll find a warm, welcoming space to learn, share, and grow.

CLASS OF ‘24

Middle to Upward in Age, Couples & Singles

Lower Level - Sanctuary 106 Contact Rick Foster - class24fmc@gmail.com 

Looking for a Bible study that focuses on the Word? The Class of 24 might be the one for you! In the last year we’ve studied the books of Acts, Hebrews, 1st 2nd 3rd John, and Daniel. Our class enjoys thoughtful discussions with the goal being life applications and growing in Christ. Throughout the year we hold several casual holiday fellowships on Sunday mornings.

CROSSROADS

Adults 50’s & 60’s

E&A Building 312 Contact Alyson Foreman – alybdf1219@outlook.com

or Jann Logan – loganfarms@centurytel.net

This class incorporates an interactive Bible study and discussion that focuses on putting Scripture into practice in everyday life. Members of this class are in various stages of life and welcome open and honest discussion of relevant issues facing today’s Christ followers. 

DESIDERATA

Mature Adults

Lower Level - Sanctuary 103 Contact Mary Beth and Henry Conly – marybethmom3@aol.com

This class seeks to grow in their relationship with God with Biblically based lessons. Class discussion is encouraged as we learn from each other, while studying Scripture and following the teachings of Jesus. We enjoy quarterly socials and support a variety of local and global ministries. 

EMPOWER HOUR

Adults 30’s & 40’s, Parents with Young Children

Lower Level - Sanctuary 102 Contact Wil Adams – wil.adams@ymail.com

Join the Empower Hour as they discuss Scripture and how to apply it in the world of young families and parenting. They enjoy fellowship at quarterly socials and engaging in local volunteering efforts throughout the year. 

FAITH, FELLOWSHIP & FRIENDS

Adults 40’s & 50’s, parents of preteens, teens, and college students

E&A Building 313 Contact Ross Barrett – ross@bvmcap.com

Members of Faith, Fellowship, & Friends seek to grow in faith through Scripture-based study with a focus on building friendships in an open and inviting environment. This group experience offers participants a chance to grow in their faith while enjoying fellowship with each other. 

FRIENDSHIP

Adults 60’s-70’s

E&A Building 315 Contact Rusty Palmer – Rpalmer864@aol.com

Friendship is a community of believers committed to studying the Bible from the perspective of the culture and times during which it was written and striving to engage contemporary culture through a biblical worldview. This is done through DVD presentations, facilitated by class members, invited lecturers, book reviews, or guest speakers serving in the local or global mission fields. 

LIFESPEAK

Adults 30’s-50’s

Lower Level - Sanctuary 107 Contact Heather Terrell – heatherfortson@yahoo.com

or Kay Ferguson – kayferguson1755@gmail.com

Lifespeak is a class leader led Bible study that engages in roundtable discussion and uses study guides to promote the life application of our faith and walk with Christ. This class is heavily involved with local and global missions and promotes fellowship through a variety of social events for men, women, and families. 

MARINERS

Adults 60’s & 70’s

E&A Building 314 Contact Jennifer Owens – jpowensyid@aol.com

The Mariners gather with friends on Sunday mornings for coffee, snacks, and traditional Sunday School. They take part in structured Bible study, as well as lessons and discussions led by guest pastors, speakers, and class members on current religious topics, and local and global missions. This is a service-oriented group that hosts occasional socials, and supports members of the class and the church by taking part in local and global missions work. Our Mariners aprons make us easily recognizable at church events! 

THE SEEKERS

All Ages

Dawson 314 Contact Jean Fouts – jeansfouts@yahoo.com

The Seekers class starts each Sunday with a time of fellowship, refreshments, and coffee. They love our great Church and community and try very hard to love their neighbor as themselves. All wish to chase Jesus and nothing more. Their mission statement is: “Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path.” Psalm 119:105. They begin their class by singing 3 stanzas of one Cokesbury Hymn. They have a variety of outstanding teachers (including Seekers’ members), who present topics which incorporate Bible study into everyday life. They end class by forming a circle, holding hands; passing their Christian strength to one another. They close with a prayer and singing their benediction. The class supports mission projects in the Shreveport-Bossier-Barksdale community and holds well attended social gatherings at least 2 times a year. The class is full of remarkable members who are eager to welcome everyone. 

WOMEN OF FAITH

Women All Ages

E&A Building 317 Contact Jody Thurmon - jthurmon@aol.com or Holly Carney - hdcarney@bellsouth.net

Women of Faith is a Bible based Sunday school class for women of all ages seeking to deepen their relationship with Jesus and grow in His likeness through study of scripture and encouraging one another in our faith. 

Young Adult Ministry "YAM"

Young Adults 18-30s

Lower Level • Sanctuary 105 Contact Mandy & Aaron Storer - mstorer@firstshreveport.com

& aaron.storer@storerservices.com

They focus on growing as a disciple of Jesus Christ through studying the Word and discussing with one another. Another goal of the class is to gain a deeper understanding of God through his word.