Adult Classes
Between worship services, explore the exciting lineup of adult Spring classes. Meet class facilitators, ask questions, and register for courses that will inspire growth, connection, and learning. Whether you're seeking to deepen your faith, build relationships, or develop new skills, there’s a class for everyone. Don’t miss this opportunity to jump-start your spring with purpose and community. We can’t wait to see you there! For a preview of classes, see below.
For more information, contact Margaret Myers, Adult Ministries Coordinator.
February 2025
Contemplative Watercolor: Moment by Moment Landscapes
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Room 228/229, Mon 3/3 9:30-11:30 am OR 6:30-8:30 pm OR Tues 3/11 9:30-11:30 am OR 6:30-8:30 pm (4 individual sessions), Max: 14 people per session
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Description: In this beginner friendly class, we'll play with watercolor techniques and be present to the joy of observing how the paint and water react moment by moment. We'll create space to be simply a "human being" instead of a "human doing." I'll do a demonstration of a mini abstract landscape, and then we will turn on the quiet music and it will be your turn to experiment with your own dreamy intuitive paintings, moment by moment. $5 covers all art supplies (Pay at the door by cash or Venmo.) Ages 16 and up.
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Melody Lozano is an award winning watercolorist whose luminous, rhythmic paintings have been exhibited around the state. She credits her most important art education to her grandmother who first introduced her to the basics of watercolor but more importantly taught her to view the world with an artist’s eye. Melody enjoys living in the Gainesville, Florida area because there is no shortage of inspiration and beauty in the natural landscape. Melody’s artist statement is: “There are ordinary moments on ordinary days when suddenly a veil is lifted, and for a fleeting moment we catch a glimpse of abundant beauty, insight, or depth beyond words. My work is about awakening our attention to these moments in order to drop deeper into these spaces of expanded reality and divine resonance. My intention is to invite others to unlock the beauty and mystery hidden in their own everyday lives, and to be inspired to participate in their own wordless conversations with love and joy.”
Contemplative Watercolor Meet-Up
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Room 228/229, Wed 3/26, 4/23, & 5/21, 6:30-8:30 pm (3 individual sessions), Max: 18 people per session
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Description: Bring your own watercolor supplies and your own ideas or project. We'll begin with a brief pep talk on the creative contemplative path. Enjoy relaxed conversation with other new or seasoned artists as you begin your work, then we'll move into a quieter meditative painting space while the soft music plays in the background. No cost. Attendees should bring their own paints, brushes, paper, water containers, paper towels, and any other desired supplies. Ages 16 and up.
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Melody Lozano is an award winning watercolorist whose luminous, rhythmic paintings have been exhibited around the state. She credits her most important art education to her grandmother who first introduced her to the basics of watercolor but more importantly taught her to view the world with an artist’s eye. Melody enjoys living in the Gainesville, Florida area because there is no shortage of inspiration and beauty in the natural landscape. Melody’s artist statement is: “There are ordinary moments on ordinary days when suddenly a veil is lifted, and for a fleeting moment we catch a glimpse of abundant beauty, insight, or depth beyond words. My work is about awakening our attention to these moments in order to drop deeper into these spaces of expanded reality and divine resonance. My intention is to invite others to unlock the beauty and mystery hidden in their own everyday lives, and to be inspired to participate in their own wordless conversations with love and joy.”
April 2025
Centering Prayer
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Prayer Room, 2 week course, Tues 4/1 – 4/8, 6:30-7:30 pm
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This form of Christian meditation was developed and popularized by three Trappist monks in the 1970's. The monks refined the methodology of the meditation from the book called the "Cloud of the Unknowing" written by a 14th century anonymous monk. Centering Prayer is a spiritual practice that relies on the intention of being present to and with God in the present moment. Come and learn the methodology that can foster a deeper sense of spiritual connection and inner peace.
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Jim Nilon is a professed Christian and long time member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He has been a Centering Prayer practitioner for over 10 years.