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Small Groups


Adult Studies and Small Group Opportunities

Couples GroupAt First United Methodist Church, we believe that life in the church is best lived in the community of the small group. Groups meet throughout the week--at the church, in homes, and in the workplace. If you would like to know more about about the small group opportunities in our church, both to join a group or begin your own group, please contact Pastor Lew Wilder, at lwilder@fumcniceville.org.

Summer Semester Groups:

Tuesdays:

Crown Financial Ministries' Biblical Financial Study: Learn what scripture teaches about money and possessions. Marriages can be strengthened and individuals can find their way out of debt. Led by Dave Underwood, Tues., 6:30 p.m., Room 801. Orientations: Sept. 2 & 9. Class begins Sept. 16.

A Taste of Community : Life is a journey, and the best journeys happen in community. We will gather at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 9, in Room 700 to begin our journey. If you have never been in a small group this is an excellent time for you to “test drive” one for six weeks to see how it fits for you. Come join us! Contact: Lew Wilder, 678-4411.

Wednesdays (Classes begin August 20):

Beth Moore - To Live is Christ: A journey through Acts and the epistles of Paul to help members gain a new appreciation of servanthood and why Paul said “to live is Christ, and to die is gain.” Led by Sue Morton, 6 p.m., Marler Chapel.

Conflict Resolution : Redeeming Relationships: How to resolve 10 common conflicts and reduce their frequency. Scriptural insights into real causes will help you redeem your relationships. Led by Jo Ann Rarick, 6 p.m., Room 211.

Disciple Bible Study Series : Aims for transformation, not just information. See the Disciple Bible Study brochure for details.

Faith Lessons : These lessons are in-depth video tours of the buried, distant places of the Bible. Ray Vander Laan reveals keen insights into Scriptures and its significance for believers today. Led by Traci Stokes, 6 p.m., Room 209.

Just Walk Across the Room: Pastor Hybels shows you how to follow Jesus’ model of personal evangelism. Learn to share the good news of redemption with people living far from God---and across the Room. Led by TBD, 6 p.m., Room P-3.

Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage: Experience Mark Gungor’s hilarious, practical and no-holds barred advice about relationships and find practical solutions to common relationship woes. Led by Marti Patterson, 6 p.m., Room 701

Network: A dynamic 6-session process to help you understand who God has uniquely made you to be and guide you to a place of meaningful service in the local church. Led by Mike Dottaviano, 6:30 p.m., Room 700.

Science & The Bible The objective of this class is to illustrate that science and the Bible are not at odds, and that Biblical creation is on sound scientific grounds. Led by Larry Van Pelt., 6 p.m., Room 905.

Starting Point : Andy Stanley provides a conversational environment where people can explore faith and experience community in a safe place. Your questions about the Bible and Christianity are welcomed. Led by Rev. Kevin Kelly, 6 p.m., Room Portable 1 (P-1).

Too Busy Not to Pray: Prayer is the generator that provides the power for your life. If you are new to prayer or want to improve your existing prayer time, this is the class for you. Led by Eva Huber, 6 p.m., Room 201.

Community Groups:

Part of the Small Group (at McPhersons')These groups are open for you to join at any time, and are offered at a variety of times and locations. Contact leader for information.

Sunday:

  • McPherson Bible Study: Current study is Revelation. 6 p.m., Led by Carl McPherson, 897-5329, Off Campus.
  • Simmons Study Group: Current study is “When God Whispers Your Name” by Max Lucado. 6 p.m. Call Debbie Simmons, 897-7020.

 

Monday:

  • The Barefoot Group: So named because this group stays casual! Current study is Beth Moore’s The Patriarchs, 7 p.m., Led by Mary Hencinski, 678-0818.


Tuesday:

  • Friendship Bible Club: We have a small but mighty group of special adults (and, usually the parents). We meet from 7-8 p.m., Led by Pat Young, 678-4254.
  • Movers Care Group: Studies the pastor’s sermon. 7 p.m., Led by Niedbalskis, 729-1471.


Wednesday:

  • Growing Closer: to God and to one another through the study of scripture and its practical application to our lives. Current study is The Sermon on the Mount. This is a no-homework group. 6:15 p.m., Room 202. Led by Amanda Parish, 897-1419.
  • Men's Saturday Morning GroupRediscovering God’s Word: A book by book study of Scripture. Led by Herstel Carter, 6 p.m., Room 909.
    Parents’ Support Group (Parents of Challenging/Special Needs Child): 6 p.m. P-1 (Room 803 through 8/13; moves to P-1 8/20).
  • Serendipity Bible Study: Current study is “The Bait of Satan”. Led by Joe Sirico, 897-9153, 6 p.m., Room 703.
  • Study the Pastor’s Sermon: 7 p.m. Led by Jim Kotouch, 897-4448.
  • Parents Support Group Re: Challenging Child Special Needs Child with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Aspergers, ADHD, ADD, OCD, ODD, PDD, depression or anxiety. 6 p.m., Room 800. Call 678-7100 for more information.


Thursday:

  • Interactive Bible Study: 9:30 a.m., Room 703. Revelation is the current study. Led by Rev. Herstel Carter.


Disciple Bible Study Series:

Find details in the Disciple brochure. Classes are closed at this time.

Prayer Ministries:

See the Prayer Ministries webpage or brochure for opportunities to grow in Christ.

 
Questions?
Contact Rev. Lew Wilder or Jo Ann Rarick at 678-4411.