Adult Faith Formation
Adult faith formation nurtures balanced growth in the upward, outward, and inward spiritual life of adults while creating space for belonging, connection, and meaningful community. At MPPC, we want to help followers of Jesus Christ to experience a life-giving and life-sustaining relationship with God, grow in understanding of the Christian faith, the Word of God, and the Reformed tradition, grow in relationship with others as we share gifts and learn from one another, grow into greater commitment to, and participation in, the redemptive work of Christ in the world.
From Sunday mornings to weekdays to monthly gatherings, there are many opportunities for God to form your faith! Where will you get connected? Come and see, then go and tell! Find a group (or two) and join us!
Adult Sunday School
Sunday Mornings Aug.-May | 9:45-10:45 a.m. (Unless Otherwise Indicated)
Academy of St. John (SB 206)
The Academy enjoys studying Scripture with an eye toward history, theology, and current events to better understand and apply God’s Word in our lives and in what God is calling us to do in the world. Lectionary-based with emphasis on prayer and worship, interspersed with contemporary topics. Lively discussion prevails and new members are welcome.
Connect 3 (Parlor)
A diverse and welcoming class with a multi-faceted approach to faith. Weekly thematic and scriptural studies, often including video resources, engage through Word and discussion. Speakers from the community are invited to present to the class on occasional Sundays. Participants in this class engage in mission and service opportunities locally and internationally and enjoy scattered fellowship parties throughout the year.
Youngish Adults (GH 221/23/225)
A relaxed group of parents and young(ish) adults that meets for fellowship, conversation, and study during the education hour as kids and youth are connecting in their spaces. This class enjoys gathering as one large group, getting to know one another and sharing ideas, and breaks into smaller groups for particular studies during the year as they grow together in discipleship.
NextGen, Young Adults (GH 224)
Join the NextGen, a class for young adults ages 25-35, single or married. The location for Sunday mornings is GH 224. In addition to the morning class, the group will meet once a month off campus for a fun fellowship activity!a
Engaging the Mind, Body & Spirit for the Lord (GH 123)
“Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your being, with all your strength, and with all your mind, and love your neighbor as yourself.” (Luke 10)
From engaging the mind in a study of the Ten Commandments to exploring ways faith is embodied in pilgrimage and wellness to engaging God’s Spirit through contemplative and compassionate practices, this weekly Sunday morning faith formation offering for all adults invites you to get engaged with your faith anew!
Beyond Sunday Mornings
Other Days of the Week...
Friday Morning Bible Study, 7 AM
The Friday Morning Bible Study is open to all who want to study Scripture and have great fellowship. The group meets in-person in the Parlor at 7 a.m. on Fridays except first Fridays when the group meets for breakfast at Page’s Okra Grill. Bring your Bible!
Friday “Angels” Book Group, 9 AM
Friday “Angels” gathers weekly in the Parlor. This book and Bible study group started meeting 30 years ago and continues to welcome new folks. They enjoy reading and discussing faith-based books across the spectrum.
Wonderful Wednesdays Dinner, Fellowship Hall, 5:30 PM
Enjoy dinner with us on Wednesday evenings with community and congregation members of all ages!
Older Adult Ministry
Third Act: Celebrating, Utilizing, and Enhancing the Gifts of Aging
There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens…
Join Third Act every month to enjoy lunch and fellowship with others in your community while growing in knowledge about God’s amazing world! Third Act meets the fourth Monday at noon unless otherwise announced.
Recent presentations have included Rob Fowler with Channel 2 weather, Sportscaster Warren Peper, Birds of Prey, Charleston architecture, and the history of Old Wappetaw Church, and the Charleston Horticultural Society. The 2025-26 season kicks off with a visit by local author Stacy Willingham.
Pacesetters: Finding God in Faith & Fellowship
Pacesetters is a faith-filled, fellowship-loving group that meets four times a year (September through May) in the MPPC Fellowship Hall. Now entering its 29th season, Pacesetters continues to emphasize the bonds that bring people to together by offering a place for 55+ adults to gather while being open to all ages and beliefs. Each gathering opens at 5:30 with fellowship and light refreshments. At 6:00, a welcome and prayer begin the meal followed by a time to share milestones and special events before the 7:00 program begins. Each month will feature a different program.
UPCOMING OLDER ADULT EVENTS:
Men & Women's Ministries
Men’s Ministry
God is doing a new thing in Men’s Ministry too! It is good to be in fellowship with others as we follow Christ in the world. From outdoor hikes and retreats to discipleship and service projects, the Men’s Ministry team is making plans for the upcoming year. We want to hear from you and invite you to be a part of this intentional ministry. Contact Freeman Milligan fhmilligandesign@gmail.com for more information or to share your ideas.
Women’s Retreat
Presbyterian Women (PW)
PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN CIRCLES
The 2026–2027 PW/Horizons Bible study: United Through Christ, Bound to Each Other: Paul’s First Letter to the Corinthians by Rhonda Mawhood Lee with suggestions for Leaders by Sarah Leer.
Paul wrote at a time when Christians expected Jesus’ imminent return; he challenged his friends to be ready when that day came. Two thousand years later, the church is still waiting, still affirming that Jesus will return, and still proclaiming that this world has already been transformed by God’s life-giving love. Our challenge remains to live in ways that demonstrate our trust in the resurrection.
Many of the questions asked by our earliest siblings in faith remain ours, too. How can our lives demonstrate our trust in Jesus Christ’s victory over death? What do we do when different understandings of the gospel undermine church unity? How can Christians understand gender and sexuality? When conflict arises, how do we deal with it?
This Bible study will raise many questions while providing few direct answers. Those, you will seek yourself through prayerful reading, thinking, and discussion. I pray that unity in Jesus Christ will guide you and your study group and inspire you, together, to do everything in love.
Join a Circle today!
PW CIRCLE 3 – “Naomi” – 2nd Tuesday at 2:30 p.m., Parlor. Contact: Anne Farmer at afarmer69@homesc.com or (843) 312-4060 or Sue Verner at sverner@bellsouth.net or (843) 814-1991
PW CIRCLE 4 – “Circle of Sisters” – 2nd Wednesday at 9:30 a.m., Parlor. Contact: Anne Ostrom anneostrom@aol.com or (443) 324-4144 or Beth Carnes at bethlinda422@gmail.com or (843) 412-2737
PW CIRCLE 5 – “Sisters in Christ” – 2nd Thursday at noon, Parlor, Contact: Robin Taylor at tegacaygamecock@yahoo.com or (803) 517-4101
Keeping the Faith (PM Meeting): 1st Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m. in the Parlor
OR Keeping the Faith (AM Meeting): 1st Friday of each month, 9 a.m. in Grace Hall 221/223/225. Contact: McRae Hogan at mcrae1021@gmail.com or Amy Murrell at amysmurrell@gmail.com.
Other Events
Other Events
Check below for a list of any upcoming events geared toward adults in addition to the weekly events listed above. You can also view our calendar at mppc.net/events or check the weekly eNews or our social media!