ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
BETTER LIVING CLASSES
Theresa Campbell - Director

~ Winter Session 2010 ~

““Trusting and Resting””

January 11, 2010—April 11, 2010

Universal Truth Center
21310 N.W. 37th Avenue
Miami Gardens, Florida 33056
(305) 624-4991

The Rev. Dr. Mary A. Tumpkin, Senior Minister
Theresa Campbell, Ministry Director
Bernice Kerson, Registrar

REGISTRATION

You may register by mail for the winter session. You may also register in person during our business hours: Monday through Friday, 9 A.M. to 6 P.M.; Saturday, 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.; and after services. There is a $10 non-refundable fee for each class. A $5 late fee applies to all registration received on or after January 11, 2010. You do not need to be a member of the Universal Truth Center to enroll.

Books are available at the Universal Truth Center
bookstore, Illuminations.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

12 WEEK COURSE
January 11, 2010- April 11, 2010

4T PROSPERITY: If your experience has been one of lack and limitation and you would like to learn how to change, this course is for you. Commit to your own success from within. 4T is an expanded 12-week experience designed to place you forever in the abundant flow. This is more than a course; it’s a life-altering program. It guarantees that your life will be more abundant at the end of the 12-week period, or your tithe will be returned. Prerequisite: None. Text: 4T Prosperity Workbook and Tapes or CD’s ($49.50 fee for book and tapes or CD’s plus weekly tithe). Day & Time: Sundays (1:30-3:30 P.M.) Teacher: Theresa Campbell

REGISTRATION FOR 4T PROSPERITY PROGRAM
CLOSES ON January 4, 2010

11 WEEK COURSES
Required Courses 3 Credits Each
January 11, 2010 – March 29, 2010

BASIC TRUTH PRINCIPLES I: What is New Thought Christianity? This Course offers an in-depth study of the basic principles espoused by the Universal Truth Center and all UFBL churches. It includes the origin and history of the New Thought Movement and the UFBL. Prerequisite: None. Text: Alternatives (Fisher) & The New Thought Christian (Warch). Day & Time: Mondays (7-9 P.M.). Teacher Virginia Clemons

BASIC TRUTH PRINCIPLES II: What are the principles of practical Christianity? This course is a continuation of Basic Truth Principles I. It shares how to live a happy and successful life. Prerequisite: Basic Truth Principles I. Text: Lesson In Truth (Cady). Day and Time: Mondays (7-9 P.M.). Teacher: Barbara Cobb

BIBLE I: This course is an introductory course that provides an overview of the Hebrew Scriptures (Old Testament). Students will be shown ways in which they can read the text critically for greater understanding. Attention will be given to historical, political, and sociological factors underlying the scriptures. Prerequisite: Basic Truth Principles II. Text: A Student’s Guide to The Hebrew Scripture (Tumpkin). Day and Time: Mondays (7-9 P.M.). Teacher: Mary Tumpkin/Edgar Wright

BIBLE III: This course introduces the students to a metaphysical approach to Bible interpretation. The allegorical overview begins with the Creation stories and continues with the Division of the Kingdom. Prerequisite: Bible II. Text: Let There Be Light (Turner). Day & Time: Thursdays (7-9P.M.). Teacher: Mary Tumpkin/Edgar Wright

BIBLE V: A metaphysical overview of the Gospels. This course is a continuation of Bible IV. It highlights the fact that Jesus made a tremendous overcoming and his life and message have much to teach us. Prerequisite: Bible IV. Text: Your Hope of Glory (Turner). Day & Time: Mondays (7-9 P.M.). Teacher: Charles Taylor

10 WEEK COURSES
Required Courses 3 Credits Each
January 11, 2010 – March 22, 2010

MASTER’S PLUS PROGRAM SESSION II: CONSCIOUSNESS IN TRANSITION: This Master’s Plus course is the second series of lectures given by Joel Goldsmith. It lays out a framework in order to allow students to experience their own illumination. Prerequisite: Rising in Consciousness. Text: Consciousness In Transition (Goldsmith). Day & Time: Fridays (7-9 P.M.). Teacher: Lottie Clodfelter

SERMON ON THE MOUNT (Be Attitudes): Students are introduced to the profound teaching of Jesus. What did Jesus say? How did he tell us to live? Emphasis is placed on gaining a deeper understanding of the meaning of the Sermon on the Mount. Prerequisite: Basic Truth Principles I & II. Text: Discover the Power Within (Butterworth). Day & Time: Tuesdays (7-9 P.M.). Teacher: Maia Johnson

12 SPIRITUAL POWERS: AN ADVANCED APPROACH: This advanced course explores the 12 spiritual centers of our being. Take this class and learn how to activate your spiritual faculties, which give you access to a higher level of expression. Prerequisite: Bible VI. Text: The Twelve Powers (Fillmore). Day & Time: Thursdays (7-9 P.M.). Teacher: Charles Taylor.

10 WEEK ELECTIVE COURSES
1 Credit Per Course
January 11, 2010 – March 22, 2010

PROSPERITY: This course is an in-depth study of the characters of the Old Testament, how they attained prosperity, and how you can prosper through their prosperity secrets. Prerequisite: None. Text: Prosperity Secrets of the Ages (Ponder) Day & Time: Thursdays (7-8:30 P.M.). Teacher: Jacqueline Hazel

THE OMNI-PRESENCE OF GOD: Historically, most of us have learned the scriptures literally. In this class we will examine a spiritual commentary of selected scriptures. “If God is the only reality of our being, can we any longer delay any real acquaintance with Him?” Don’t miss this one! Prerequisite: Bible IV Text. Spiritual Interpretation of the Scripture (Goldsmith). Day and Time. Tuesdays (7-8:30 P.M.). Teacher: Mary Tumpkin

8 WEEK
1 Credit Per Course
January 11, 2010 – February 22, 2010

DRAWING FROM THE SOURCE:  “Healing Letters”:  This course is made up of extracts from the letters of Myrtle Fillmore.  Take this course on how to draw upon one’s spiritual tools for growth and development, with practical advice to help you deal with any situation you may be facing today.  Prerequisite:  None.  Text:  Healing Letter (Fillmore).  Day and Time:  Thursdays (7:8:30 P.M.).  Teacher:  Virginia Clemons

SOUL TALK:  What you say to yourself has a powerful impart on your self perception.  Words are powerful and what you say to yourself makes a difference.  Take this course and see how you can turn your self image and life around for good. Prerequisite:  None.  Text:  Self Talk, Soul Talk:  What to Say When You Talk to Yourself (Rothschild).  Day and Time:  Saturday (10- 11:30 A.M.).  Teacher.  Marilyn Stephens

6 WEEK COURSE
1 Credit Per Course
January 11, 2010 – February 22, 2010

GETTING ON WITH YOUR LIFE: This Ministry of Loss is all inclusive. No one is left out, whether they are members of UTC or not. Our Ministry is all about fulfilling the needs of people; girls, boys, women, men. A loss can be: A love one; job; break-in; divorce; change of location; house; separation. We are here to serve the needs of the people; people in our church, people in another church, people in the community, friends, business people, all people. Prerequisite: None. Text: Getting on With Your Life Kit’ (The Secret Place, The Grief Recovery Handbook, Life Never Dies, Letting Go) and a CD by Mary Tumpkin. Day & Time: Tuesdays (7 –8:30 P.M.) Teacher: Jean Batchie

“LIFE ENHANCEMENT SKILLS” COURSES
Learn to achieve harmony and balance in your life by applying spiritual principles to everyday challenges.

8 WEEK
January 11, 2010 – March 15, 2010

MANAGING YOUR FEELINGS: Our emotions play a vital part in our ability to live healthy, happy lives. However, we must never let our emotions rule us. Learn how to transmute negative thoughts into positive thoughts and be led by faith in the Spirit. Prerequisite: None. Text. What You Think of Me Is None of My Business (Whittaker). Day & Time: Sundays (7-8 A.M.). Teacher: Mary Tumpkin

LINE DANCE 101: If you like to dance and love to have fun, this course is the course for you. Forget the electric slide; this class takes line dancing to a new level. In just eight weeks you will learn how to line dance with attitude. You don’t need a partner, so everyone is welcome. See you on the dance floor! Prerequisite: None. Day & Time: Fridays (7-8:30 P.M.). Teacher: Trish Grant

Yoga (No registration required). Prerequisite: None. Day & Time: Tuesdays (7-8:15 P.M.). Teacher: Naima Reynolds

6 WEEK
January 11—February 22, 2010

ESTABLISH ORDER IN YOUR WORLD: This is a six week interactive course designed to develop a personalized plan to establish order in your life. The participants will create a plan by exploring the three-phase formula, Change, Release, and Execute a New Plan, as described in the book “Order: It’s Not Rocket Science.” Plans can be created to establish order in any area of your life, including Time Management, Space Management, Physical Health Management, Financial Management, or Relationship Management. Prerequisite: None. Text: Order: It’s Not Rocket Science. (Williams). Day & Time: Saturdays (10-11:30 A.M.). Teacher: Karie Williams

SATELLITE CENTERS
January 11—February 22, 2010

SOUTH MIAMI EMPOWERMENT CENTER
Anna Price, Minister/Director
5800 S.W. 66th Street
South Miami, Florida
(305) 898-8469

8 WEEK COURSE
Required Course 1 Credits Each
January 16, 2010 – March 8, 2010

MASTER MIND, MASTER WORLD: Practicing the Presence is one of the five principles that this church espouses. You will experience how to bring this divine Presence into your daily life through the means of meditation. Prerequisite: None. Text: Joy of Meditation (Addington). Day & Time: Saturdays (10-11:30 A.M. ). Teacher: Anna Price