About Us

Joyful Noise is an adult Sunday School class that meets each Sunday morning from 9:30 - 10:30 at Brentwood United Methodist Church.  The class usually averages 80-100 in attendance. We consider ourselves “slightly aged,” mostly in our 60's and 70's, but try to act the way we feel -- much younger. A caring group of people, we welcome visitors with a smile and a warm greeting. Since our class is large, we also emphasize small group activities as a way of getting to know one another and bonding as Christians. During the week, we keep in touch with an email newsletter, Joyful News, and other email notices.

Joyful Noise is blessed to have the following as teachers: Dr. Bob Stammer, Bishop Joe Pennel, and Dr. Steve Bond. Each one is knowledgeable of the Bible, and they bring lessons to us based upon the Adult Bible Studies series approved by the General Board of Discipleship of the UMC.  

Our class is led by co-presidents who take office each September, rotating presiding duties monthly. We begin with a prayer and then join in singing a hymn. After announcements concerning class activities and business, our teacher brings us a thirty-minute lesson. The hour ends with members sharing prayer concerns and/or joys.

Praying for others is a foundation of our class. In addition to concerns expressed in class or sent via email during the week, once a month, class members gather for a meal and a time to discuss concerns and pray for others.

A strong commitment to outreach is at the heart of the Joyful Noise class.  The class budget supports a variety of nonprofit service organizations.  Members have opportunities to volunteer for hands-on projects such as cooking or serving dinner at Room In The Inn, participating in the Sunshine committee, greeting newcomers, and serving as newsletter scribes.

Two chairpersons coordinate a range of fellowship activities throughout the year.  These include a Christmas gathering and a quarterly ladies' birthday luncheon.  These events are designed to foster camaraderie and deepen the bonds among class members.

Everyone is Welcome!  The Joyful Noise class is open to all who wish to visit, or join.  If you are seeking spiritual growth, supportive friendships, or ways to serve the community, you will find a place in Joyful Noise Sunday School Class.