Small Group Bible Studies

These accountability groups meet at various times and places throughout the week.

Monday

Senior Promise Keepers

Meets on Monday, twice a month, at Twin Lakes, at 10:00 AM.

This men’s group is studying “The Last Lecture,” a book by Randy Pausch and Jeffrey Zaslow.

Contact: Ken Eppert

 

Tuesday

Mom’s Bible Study

Meets every Tuesday in Room 205, 9:30—11:00 AM.

Through various Bible studies and discussion, this women’s group is learning to become the mothers/women that God has created them to be.

Contact: Amy Weis

 

Women’s Bible Study

Meets every Tuesday in Room 209, at 9:40 AM.

This women’s group is studying “The Amazing Collection,” a DVD series that goes through the books of the Bible.

Contact: Jane Hernandez or Nancy Gear

 

Men’s Emmaus

Meets every Thursday in the Quiet Room, at 11:00 AM.

This men’s prayer and share group meets to keep alive the spirit of the “Walk to Emmaus” and offer Christian support.

Contact: Jim Lautenslager, Dennis Meyers, Leo Osborne,

Ed Saikaly, Brad Sexton, or Ed Wilson

 

Wednesday

Mom’s Bible Study

Meets every Wednesday in the Prayer Room, 7:00—8:00 PM.

A women/family/child-oriented Bible study and discussion group, this women’s group is studying “Running Nowhere in Every Direction,” a book from NavPress.

Contact: Karen Stauffer

 

Promise Keepers

Meets every Wednesday in the Quiet Room, at 7:00 PM.

This men’s group is committed to supporting and growing each other’s walk with Christ.

Contact: Steve Browne

Ladies Small Group

Meets every Wednesday in the Library, at 7:00 PM.

This group is discussing a Women of Faith study called “Managing Your Moods.”

Contact: Laura Cleavinger

 

Thursday

Becoming Mary

Meets the first Thursday of the month, rotating in members’ homes, at 9:15 AM.

Focusing on becoming more connected with Christ, this women’s group is studying “Jesus on Parenting,” a book by Teresa Whitehurst.

Contact: Chris Fishel

 

Never Ending Lent Group

Meets the first and third Thursday of the month, at the Hyde/Hart’s home, 7:00—9:00 PM.

This mixed group shares fellowship and discusses topics of interest, including ways to serve SUMC and the community. All are welcome.

Contact: Dave Hyde or Candy Hart

 

Saturday

Saturday Morning Men’s Group

Meets the first and third Saturday of the month, at Panera Bread on Union Centre, 8:00—9:30 AM.

This men’s group shares fellowship over coffee, discussing and learning what it means to be disciples of Christ, in applications for today.

Contact: Curt Eyster

 

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United Methodist Women Circles

United Methodist Women (UMW) is a community of women whose purpose is to know God and experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church.

In addition to spiritual formation, our UMW Circles at SUMC are involved in fund raising for local and global ministries, through the spring and fall Rummage Sale, as well as the annual Christmas Cookie Walk.

 

Hope Circle

Meets the first Monday of the month in Room 209,

September—May, at 7:00 PM.

In addition to the above ministries, this group is studying the book, “A Modern Girl’s Guide to Bible Study.”

Contact: Rosalie Quarry

 

Mary Martha Circle

Meets the second Tuesday of the month, rotating in members’ homes, at 6:00 PM.

In addition to the above ministries, this group is studying Tony Snow’s “Last Letter.”

Contact: Sue Steele

 

Rebekah Circle

Meets the second Wednesday of the month in Room 209,

September—May, at 1:00 PM.

In addition to the above ministries, this group is wrapping up the book, “Hymns by Women: A Journey in Song,” and will pick a new study this fall.

Contact: BJ Pucher

 

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Wednesday Evening Pastor’s Bible Study

Meets in Room 209, at 7:00 PM.

 

Four Weeks with the Parables

Sept 17, Sept 24, Oct 1, Oct 8 Pastor Rick

A discussion of Jesus’ favorite teaching method, and a closer look at some of his multi-faceted parables, and what they mean for us today.

 

The Treasure Principle

Oct 15, Oct 22, Oct 29, Nov 5, Nov 12, Nov 19 Pastor Jim

A study of “The Treasure Principle: Unlocking the Secret of Joyful Giving,” a book by Randy Alcorn, about a radical teaching of Jesus.

 

What’s Advent All About?

Dec 3, Dec 10, Dec 17 Pastor Rick

A discussion of the importance of Advent in the life of the church and in the life of believers, especially in regards to its two meanings.

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Boot Camp

Sundays at 9:30 AM.

October 5, 12, 19, 26 and Nov 2, 2008.

“Boot Camp” is a series of five classes on the basics: Christian beliefs, church history, United Methodist history, SUMC organization, our mission and service opportunities as a church to the world, and the expectations of being a part of our church.

This course is designed for:

1. Those who are interested in becoming members of SUMC;

2. Those who may be relatively new to the faith and would like to go over the basics;

3. Those who might like a refresher course on the basics;

4. Those who want to learn what it means to be part of our church;

5. Those who want to connect with any of the variety of service and mission projects here at SUMC.

 

Topics covered include―

Oct 5: basic Christian beliefs and church history with Pastor Rick;

Oct 12: John Wesley and United Methodist history with Pastor Rick;

Oct 19: SUMC organization with Pastor Jim;

Oct 26: mission and service opportunities with church leaders;

Nov 2: mission and service opportunities with church leaders.

 

If you want to become a member of SUMC, please attend all five weeks of this course. Then you may join the church during our worship services on Sunday, November 9, 2008.

Contact: Pastors Jim or Rick.