Adult Education

Sundays, 10:00 AM

We warmly invite you to join us every Sunday morning as we dive into a range of engaging topics, from Biblical and spiritual themes to current events, local and national history, and emerging research. Whether you're a member of Dumbarton UMC or not, you’re welcome to attend.

At Dumbarton, we prioritize social justice and explore how our faith informs our understanding of the pressing societal issues of today. Our presenters come from both religious and secular backgrounds, including guest speakers who are experts in their fields.

We invite deep discussion and critical thinking. While we raise thought-provoking questions together, we encourage each person to discern their own answers. Our discussions are lively, blending the perspectives of spiritual seekers, curious minds, believers, and non-believers alike.

Curious to know more? Check out some of our past sessions on our Dumbarton Adult Education YouTube playlist and see for yourself!

We look forward to exploring these important topics with you.

Upcoming Topics

Sun, May 10 & 17, 10am

In person & Online

Topic: Gender Identity

We welcome back former congregant Jay Pryor for a special two-part community experience centered around gender identity, humanity, and compassionate conversation.

On May 10, we’ll view Jay’s most recent one-human show, The Gender Reveal Party — a powerful, funny, and deeply human exploration of gender, identity, belonging, and what it means to be fully seen. Through storytelling, humor, and lived experience, the show invites audiences into a more personal and nuanced understanding of the transgender experience.

Then, on May 17, Jay will join the congregation via Zoom for a live talkback and conversation about the current realities facing transgender people in America today. Drawing from over 35 years of LGBTQ+ activism, spiritual leadership, and personal experience, Jay will offer space for honest dialogue, reflection, questions, and deeper understanding.

Jay previously attended Dumbarton United Methodist Church while living in Washington, D.C. and credits the community with helping shape their early understanding of “Social Justice Jesus” and faith in action.

Zoom Link

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89164784689?pwd=58Jx1Mm3VTWdOW80kbNkw

Meeting ID: 891 6478 4689

Passcode: 375669