9:30–10:30 a.m.; Meets on the 1st floor of the A-Building (West Side of Church) in A121/122; Zoom available. Contacts: Terry Tippett , Stuart Taylor | Lead Shepherding Elders: Larry Fitzgerald, Mickey Bowdon.
We seek those of all ages or marital status who rejoice in the bountiful blessings of fellowship and Biblical instruction from a variety of teachers for the purpose of growing in our intimacy with Christ. As a result of the bountiful blessings of knowing Christ and being known by Him we strive to serve our church, our communities, and each other.

Contact and Lead Shepherding Elder: Hickman Ewing; Meets on the Second Floor of the E-Building (West Side of Church) in E234. We are a cross-generational class made up of couples and singles who desire to go deeper in God’s Word. Our format is to sit in table groups, encouraging and praying for one another. We seek to apply Biblical truth to our lives and pass it on to others. We also often hear missionary reports and testimonies of what God is doing in and through us in the city of Memphis and the world.

Contact and Lead Shepherding Elder: Tim Holler; Meets on the Second Floor of the A-Building (West side of Church) in Room A222. Focus is a class of young adults who want to “fix our eyes on Jesus, the Author and Perfecter of our faith” (Hebrews 12:2). We come together to share what God is doing in our lives and in the world, to learn from the study of His Word and to pray for each other. We seek to provide strength, encouragement, and comfort (1 Corinthians 14:3). We also enjoy fellowship times outside of class.

Contact and Lead Shepherding Elder: Bob Fratesi; Meets on the First Floor of the E-Building (West side of Church) in Room E143; Zoom available. Challenging families and individuals alike to drink deeply of God’s word in order to experience greater intimacy with Him. Rad Andrews (father of 8 and long-time surgeon) is our primary teacher. We strive to offer numerous opportunities for strengthening Christian faith and friendships through activities such as small group dinners, retreats, and casual gatherings.

Contact: Christopher and Damaris Marino; Meets on the First Floor of the A-Building (West side of the Church) in Room A106. We are a class of young families building relationships through a combination of solid Bible teaching, group discussion, and prayer, to help class members understand both what the Bible says AND how to apply it in everyday life. The structure of the class is intended to make Genesis a very accessible class for newcomers and long-time First Evaners. Whether you are new to the whole idea of church involvement or a seasoned church veteran, you will find Genesis a warm and inviting place to get involved.

Contact: Hal Stanley | Lead Shepherding Elder: John Touliatos; Meets on the Second Floor of the A-Building (West side of Church) in Room A202. Our purpose is to build a heritage of faithful marriages, wise parenting, and wholehearted devotion to Jesus Christ. We enjoy an annual family picnic and Christmas party, and we participate together in various service projects and mission trips throughout the year.

Contact: Jim Newman or Grady Sanborn | Lead Shepherding Elder: Jim Newman; Meets on the First Floor of the E-Building Near the Gym (West side of Church) in Room E125/126.; Zoom available. We are a class of single and marrieds of all age ranges. We desire to know and be known by one another as we grow in the Lord. We sit at assigned tables each Sunday, alternating table group members yearly. Our table groups minister to one another provide fellowship, prayer, and accountability, and also support to our missionaries. Our teachers and subjects change, but the pattern is the same: a teaching time followed by table group discussion to help us apply what we’ve learned. Our visitors’ table provides a welcome place to see what we’re all about.

Contact and Lead Shepherding Elder: Joel Scoggins; Meets on the Second Floor of the A-Building (West side of Church) in Room A210. A community of peers (primarily 40’s and 50’s) who are intentional in building authentic friendships as we JOURNEY through life and scripture together. We engage the Bible weekly through group discussion led by different class members. Bible study is complimented by occasional worship in song and regular prayer for one another. We strive to care for each other through the challenges of marriage, raising children, and simply walking closer with Christ. We have regular gatherings outside of class to help us build stronger relationships with one another.

Contact and Lead Shepherding Elder: Ken Eriksen; Meets on the First Floor of the A-Building (West side of Church) in Room A111. We are real, relevant, and revering. Real people with a diversity of ages, nationalities, and missions making an impact. Relevant teaching and living carried out through small groups, fellowships, and various ministries within and outside our church. We strive to revere Jesus Christ through the study of God’s Word.

Contact: Rick Hannah | Lead Shepherding Elder: Jimmy Garrison; Meets Below the Sanctuary (East side of Church) in Room D120. Couples and singles gather in small groups around tables each Sunday where time is spent in fellowship and prayer. We rotate teachers with a focus on Biblically-based studies and also emphasize accountability and service to our church—such as serving at the Wednesday night dinners, teaching children, and supporting missions. Besides Sunday mornings, we regularly get together for fellowship and enjoy socials like our Sweetheart Banquet every Valentine’s Day.

Contact: Daniel Newman; Lead Shepherding Elder: Lynn Ballinger; 9:30–10:30 a.m.; Meets on the 1st floor of the Recreation Building in Room E135 (Spurgeon Room). For those from nearly or newly married to those with children in elementary school. The class combines solid Bible teaching with group discussion and prayer to help class members understand both what the Bible says AND how to apply it in everyday life. Small group fellowships and mentoring relationships are a major part of the class objective. The structure of the class is intended to make Under Construction a very accessible class for newcomers and long-time First Evaners.