Have you ever felt like just attending worship once a week doesn't quite fill you up spiritually? Joining a small group can be a transformational experience that helps you connect, learn, grow, and laugh along with a supportive, Christ-like community. One person described her small group as "offering a richer experience in the faith journey--like the difference between black and white or color, or flat screen vs. 3D."
Are you ready to get that "3D" experience? We have many different opportunities to join small groups at FUMC -- keep an eye out for updates in church communications over the next few weeks. If you're looking for a group or would consider starting a new one, contact Pam Stout at pamstoutaa@yahoo.com or 995-1405 for help getting started. We also invite you to join in on one of the new adult education offerings and stay tuned for our next all-church launch during the Advent (Christmas) season.
Adult Fellowship Groups
Breakfast Club (drop-ins welcome)
Fellowship group meets Wednesdays at 7:30 a.m. at The Broken Egg on Main St. Contact: Mary Danforth, m19danforth44@gmail.com.
Christ Care Group (drop-ins welcome)
Sharing and Caring group discussing books and other faith topics. Meets at Green Wood at 9:30 a.m. on occassional Thursdays. Contact for schedule: Dave and Nona Church, wecdec@sbcglobal.net.
Couples Group (drop-ins welcome)
Couples with kids ranging from middle school to adult, looking to connect with other couples in our FUMC community. Food, fellowship, and book or DVD study. Meets evenings monthly in homes. Contact for schedule: Maria Grupe Bertram, mariakgrupe@gmail.com.
The Jukebox Generation (drop-ins welcome)
This is a group for couples in their fifties and older who enjoy socializing together on a frequent basis at a range of activities from concerts to sporting events. If you would like more information, please contact Phyllis Hill (phyllis_hill@comcast.net).
Men Of Faith (drop ins welcome)
Informal but meaningful Saturday morning gathering of men interested in exploring faith expression. Meetings can include sharing, discussion, and prayer, sometimes with a video or another program. Meets Saturdays 8:00 a.m. in Asbury. Contact: Jim Higdon, higdonaa@comcast.net
Men's Prayer Breakfast (drop-ins welcome)
Men meet for breakfast on 2nd Saturdays at 7:30 am at Bob Evan’s restaurant, at the corner of Carpenter and Washtenaw Ave. Visitors Welcome!
Singles 40-60 +/- (drop-ins welcome)
This group meets at least once a month -- typically a brunch after church is planned at a local restaurant and another activity is organized offsite. Events include concerts, theater, nature walks, sports events, day trips and many more. Contact Judy Block if you are interested in participating, jblock@emich.edu.
WowMoms (drop-ins welcome)
WowMoms (WOW = Women Of Wonder) gather each week on Tuesdays beginning at 9:30, September to June, to reflect on a selected reading and its application to their lives. WowMoms give fellowship and support to each other, and work on service projects. Babysitting is available during meeting times for a small fee.
United Methodist Women
