Adult Sunday School
Purpose and Vision
At Upland Community Church, we believe in lifelong learning. Our educational programming invites believers to a buffet of courses aimed at cultivating the Christian’s head, heart, and hands. Under the guidance of gifted teachers, these classes foster thoughtful discipleship, theological clarity, and intentional connection as we seek to glorify God and grow together in faith, hope, and love. In faithful response to Christ’s life, death, resurrection, and ascension, we are committed to seeing the gospel shine through all aspects of life.
Fall 2025
Long-Term Electives
The Discovery Class
Room: EC1
From Longing to Belonging: A study in Luke’s gospel, following Christ’s ministry to bring people from deep human longing to true belonging.
Led By: Rotating Facilitators
Duration: Full Semester
College & Career
Room: EC3&5
Singleness, Marriage, and Family : A biblical model for navigating relationships through Christ’s example and his church, the bride.
Led By: Pastor Dan Blosser
Duration: Full Semester
The Forum
Room: EC7
Orthodox Christology: Comparing orthodox and speculative interpretations of Jesus throughout the New Testament epistles, including close looks at early church creeds and 18th century music for support.
Led By: Michael Smith
Duration: Full Semester
Fall 2025
Semester Electives
Imaging God
Room: EC4-6
Worship through the embodied stewardship of the whole person: A biblical, theological, and practical exploration of what it means to honor God with our bodies - mind and flesh - through holistic stewardship. This class will invite participants to see every aspect of life as a sacred arena for worship.
Led By: Hutson Hohlbein, Dr. Mark Cosgrove, Emma McKim, Dr. Matt Renfrow, and Friends
Duration: Full Semester
Fall 2025
Short-Term Electives
Understanding the Psalms: The book of Psalms is one of the most beloved in the Bible, but can also be confusing to the modern reader. This class will explore the unique characteristics of the Psalms to help readers understand them and see Christ more clearly in them.
Led By: Dr. Scott McCullough
Duration: Jan. 4 - Feb. 22
Newcomer Class
Room: TBD
A 1-Sunday introduction to all-things UCC: mission, history, beliefs, and more
Led By: Rotating Staff
Duration: February 1 (only)
Financial Stewardship
Room: EC8
God Owns it All:
How much is enough? Why does financial stewardship matter? How do you budget? This practical course seeks to unpack and demonstrate God-centered wealth management based on the foundation of God’s Word.
Led By: Rob Sisson, Mark Siegelin, and Friends
Duration: March 1-May 17
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