UPUMC University Park Academy
THE SCHOOL OF ESSENTIAL WISDOM
Spring 2026 Series
Thursdays from 11:00am - 12:00pm
March 5 through May 21
In-person (Parlor) or via Zoom
Registration Cost - $20 per household
Explore. Learn. Be Inspired!: Join us for our weekly speaker series, where guest presenters share on a wide variety of thought-provoking topics—from faith and theology to current events, personal growth, and service in the world. Each week offers a fresh perspective and meaningful conversation designed to inspire and challenge you.
Come as you are, invite a friend, and discover something new every week!
For questions, please contact Janet Hodge at jhodge@upumc.org.
Spring 2026 Session
March 5th - May 21st
You’re invited to register for the Spring session of the School of Essential Wisdom. We’ll kick off the season in March with our theme, “Education and the Ways We Learn,” exploring how growth and discovery shape both our faith and our daily lives. In April we will welcome guest speakers on the topic of "Fire in the Heart: The Foundations of Methodism." Join us weekly on Thursdays at 11 am as we learn together in community.
APRIL: "Fire in the Heart: The Foundations and Roots of Methodism"
2nd: Maundy Thursday, no meeting
9th: Stephen Fleming presents "Methodism Roots, Organizing to Beat the Devil:
16th: Mary Jo McCurley speaks on "Forming a Reformer: Susannah Wesley's Influence on the Mind of John Wesley"
23rd: Johnny Mollet join us for "I Was Methodist Born, Bred, and When I Die, I'll be Methodist Dead: The Heart & Soul of Methodism."
MAY: " May Scramble"
7th: DPD Keith Gemmell, an Investigation Support Specialist will present "Financial Crimes Fraud Prevention"
- 14th: "Shake, Rattle & Roll: The Birth of Rock & Roll"
- 21st: Field Trip to Spring Valley Gallery at the Vogel Estates
