UPUMC University Park Academy

THE SCHOOL OF ESSENTIAL WISDOM

2024-2025 Winter Series

Every Thursday from December 5, 2024 - February 27, 2025 

In-person (Parlor) or via Zoom 

Registration Cost - $30 per household 

DECEMBER "Christmas Carols & Community"

December 5 | Christmas Music Through the Ages: Mark Pope

December 12 |  Christmas Music You Probably Didn’t Know: Amanda Hollis

December 19  |  Christmas Sing-a-long in the Sanctuary: Clinton Bray (Ugly Christmas Sweaters (Optional) & Christmas Cookies!)

JANUARY: "Your Mind Matters-Optimizing your Brain Health": Join us for a transformative series of lectures designed to empower you with the latest science and practical tools for maintaining a thriving brain. Learn from top experts in the field:

January 9 | What Caregivers Need to Do: Rev. Dr. Terry Parsons, Psychotherapist, will share vital coping strategies for caregivers of those who are dealing with changes in brain function.

January 16 | Brain Health: Dr. Param Dedhia, Functional Medicine Practitioner, will explore how our body systems work in harmony to support brain health.

January 23 | To Be Announced           

January 30 | New Findings on Dementia:Dr. Deepa Panjeti-Moore, Neurologist, will provide insights into the science of brain health and aging.

FEBRUARY: "BLACK HISTORY MONTH"

This month features powerful presentations celebrating African American history and culture: 

• Rev. Daryl R. Ingram, Pastor of St. Luke AME (Garland), will lecture on The History of the AME Church in Texas.  

• David Lee, Director of Education at the Hall of State, will explore The History of Juneteenth and its significance in the fight for freedom.  

• Tiffany Silva, Music Educator and Professional Vocalist, will explain the roots and cultural impact of Spirituals and Gospel Music.  

• Presiding District Court Judge Andrea Plumlee will recount her personal history:  “My Black Story.”