Sunday School

At New Hope we want to provide Bible study groups for all ages. That is why I am very happy that Ruth Bradley has become our Sunday School Director and Elaine Hardy has become our Sunday School Consultant. Ruth will be our leader and encourager of all Sunday School work. Elaine will be our guide.

What does a Sunday School Director do? Here are some "Responsibilities of the Sunday School Director" prepared by Elaine Hardy.
1. Lead in determining the S.S. organization needed and the best use of space
2. Plan for new units. (New classes or small groups)
3. Aid nominating committee in selection of workers
4. Determine training needs; develop a training plan
5. Lead teachers in setting reachable goals
6. Give direction to the selection of curriculum materials
7. Determine resources and budget needed for the S.S.
8. Represent the Sunday School on the Church Council
9. Lead in evaluating the work of the S.S.
10. Lead in setting realistic, challenging goals for increased attendance.
11. Use every opportunity for publicizing Sunday School and small groups
Sunday Morning Responsibilities
> Arrive on time and be visible.
> Greet visitors, escort them to class, and introduce them to the teacher.
> Insure that literature is delivered to the classes.
> Visit classes periodically to promote goals, special emphases, and outreach.

Somehow it is easy for us to forget that Sunday School is the growth arm of the church. It helps a church to grow spiritually and in numbers of members. As our church grows larger, we need more small groups – Bible study classes, Bible study groups, and support groups – to enable members to know and care for each other. You can’t form very deep relationships with people if you only sit beside them on a Sunday morning in worship. A Sunday School class on Sunday morning or a small group meeting during the week provides the opportunity to know and be known, to care and be cared for, to love and be loved. That is why I am very glad to have Ruth Bradley and Elaine Hardy giving us leadership and guidance as we develop life-changing Bible study classes and groups for all ages.