For the Common Good: Discovering and Using Your Spiritual Gifts
Instructor: Rev. Joan Jones (pastorjoanumc@gmail.com)
Location: Zoom. Information for joining the class will be provided before the start date. Participants must remain on the screen throughout the class.
Dates: Mondays, July 14 - August 4, 6-8:30 p.m.

This course offers a scriptural understanding of spiritual gifts as always given “for the common good.” Participants will learn about the powerful connection between spiritual gifts and vocational discernment in the context of their local church. They will also learn how to make spiritual gifts discernment a part of their congregation’s culture and commitment to equip mission-focused leaders who make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

Required Text: For the Common Good: Discovering and Using Your Spiritual Gifts, Christine Harman, $14.00 paperback, $9.00 ePub, from The Upper Room 978-0-88177-958-5

Class Assignments: Please read the book before class. To pass the class, participants must attend each session and complete all required assignments in the requested timeframe.

Registration Deadline: July 10, 2025