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 Sept.-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.
The Middle (GH 226)
We are all in the middle of something! Some of us are in the middle of raising kids, working, caring for older parents, or exploring what might be the next chapter of our lives. All of us are somewhere in the middle of our faith journey. Join the The Middle on Sunday mornings for a group that explores and studies God’s message for God’s people in the many seasons of life.
Bible for Everyone (GH 123)
Nov. 30 – Dec. 21, Bible 4 Everyone will study Voices of Advent: The Bible’s Insights to a Season of Hope by Matthew L. Skinner, Professor of New Testament at Luther Seminary in Saint Paul and the Scholar for Adult Education at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Minneapolis.
Voices of Advent leads readers through biblical texts and explores how they shape our lives and Christmas celebrations. We listen as Jesus promises to return to us in the future, to John the Baptist as he prepares the way for the Messiah, to the faithful people and poets who anticipate the magnificence of Jesus’s birth, and to the angels and visionaries who praise God when Christmas dawns – and hear the hope in all of them. Experience Advent not only as the start of the Christian year, but also as the powerful overture that sets the tone for the unfolding story of Jesus.
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.
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS HAVE WRAPPED UP FOR 2025, BUT CHECK BACK IN THE SPRING!
Wednesday Nights, Fellowship Hall, 6:30 PM
Come for dinner and stay for faith formation! Wednesday evenings in Fall & Spring, 6:30-7:30. Topics cover a range of interests. From a Dip into the Gospels to Practices of the Faith to Conversations on the Confessions, short-course and independent programs encourage adults to deepen their engagement with God’s Word as they grow together in faith.
PODCAST CLUB HAS WRAPPED UP FOR 2025, BUT CHECK BACK IN THE SPRING!
The Podcast Club for Young Adults, Parlor, 6:30 PM
There is officially a group for the young adults of MPPC. If you find yourself anywhere in this demographic – we are thinking college aged to 35ish (but we are flexible and welcoming!), join us for Podcast Club! It will function like a book club, but all you have to do is listen to one podcast per week. We will come together on Wednesday night for a relaxed discussion! See you there!
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 on the 2nd Friday of every month (September through May) in the MPPC Fellowship Hall. Now entering its 26th 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 month’s 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
MPPC’s Annual Women’s Retreats are the perfect opportunity for furthering your faith and connecting with other likeminded women. Our 2026 retreat will be held on Kiawah, January 23-26, 2026.
This year’s theme is “Come to the Well.” Register here beginning Sept. 7.
Presbyterian Women (PW)
PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN CIRCLES
The 2025–2026 PW/Horizons Bible study: Finding Resilience, Joy, and Our Identity in Jesus Christ by Rhashell D. Hunter with Suggestions for Leaders by Joyce MacKichan Walker
The 2005-26 Bible study explores resilience. This is modeled by several biblical characters, gospel and epistle writers, and – of course! – Jesus. The Bible study is also about joy. How do we find joy in a chaotic world? Christian joy may be different from how a lot of people define joy. We will also seek to rediscover our identity in Christ and in the community of faith. 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): first Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m. in the Parlor OR Keeping the Faith (AM Meeting): first Friday of each month, 9 a.m. in Grace Hall 221/223/225. Contact: Lindsay Bruorton at lindsay.bruorton@gmail.com, 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!