Adult Ministry

    When & Where: Wed  •  Independently or Weekly in January  •  7-7:30 am, 7-7:30 pm  •  Zoom
    Led by: Pastors Scott, Allison, Don, and Sarah
    Childcare: No

Start your year off with a commitment to a practice of prayer and a rhythm of daily time with God. It’s our hope that this opportunity will lead to new experiences with prayer and a deeper encounter with God.

Please purchase the book, 30 Days with Wesley: A Prayer Book, from your favorite retailer.

You may use the book independently or participate in Zoom gathering on Wednesdays in January at 7 am or 7 pm. Pastors Allison, Don, Scott, and Sarah will host the Zoom gatherings for about 30 minutes to allow for sharing and reflection on the prayers, questions, and scriptures from the week. Register to indicate your time preference and receve the zoom link.

    REGISTER ONLINE Registration Deadline: none

    When & Where: Mon  •  Jan 23 - Apr 17  •  11:30 am - 1 pm  •  Room 2A
    Led by: Rev. Sarah Marsalis-Luginbill
    Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations when you register for the class or at www.fumcr.com/reservechildcare at least 4 business days in advance.

The transformative nature of this in-depth study of John is supported by daily reading, weekly preparation, sharing, and accountability to a small group. Whether you have never studied the Bible or you've been life-long Christian, say YES to God's call for you to be a more faithful disciple.

    REGISTER ONLINE Registration Deadline: January 23

    When & Where: Tue  •  Feb 7 - Feb 28  •  11:30 am - 1:30 pm  •  Room 2A
    Led by: Lisa Hancock
    Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations when you register for the class or at www.fumcr.com/reservechildcare at least 4 business days in advance.

This class explores Bowen Family Systems Theory and the patterns of reactivity that are passed down from generation to generation. Emphasis will be on parenting, tools for growth, and the ability to think through difficult challenges during the life of a family.

    REGISTER ONLINE Registration Deadline: February 5

    When & Where: Wed  •  Feb 8 - Mar 15  •  6:30 - 8:30 pm  •  Room 2A
    Led by: Lisa Hancock & Dr. Jason Berman
    Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations when you register for the class or at www.fumcr.com/reservechildcare at least 4 business days in advance.

Examine the variation among people of the same type through the lens of Subtypes - the three basic instincts: self-preservation, social, and one-to-one - that are expressed in everyday life. While we each embody all of the basic instincts, one tends to dominate. Knowledge of Subtypes is helpful for parents, partners, and people seeking to understand patterns of unproductive behavior.

This is an advanced Enneagram course.  Knowing your Enneagram number is a prerequisite.

    REGISTER ONLINE Registration Deadline: Feb 8 - Mar 15

    When & Where: Sat  •  Feb 11  •  9 am - 12 noon  •  Ogden Fellowship Hall West
    Led by: Dr. John Gossett & Dr. Carlos Davis from The Lewis Foundation
    Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations when you register for the class or at www.fumcr.com/reservechildcare at least 4 business days in advance.

Want advice for getting through issues and disagreements that all couples face? This session will teach practical, research-based behavioral strategies for clearer communication and mutually satisfactory conflict resolution through presentations and demonstrations by experts.

Learn what this workshop is all about and if this workshop is for you.

    REGISTER ONLINE Registration Deadline: Feb 8, 2023

    When & Where: Thur  •  Feb 16, 2023  •  7 - 8:30 pm  •  Room 203
    Led by: Dr. Dan Flanagan
    Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations when you register for the class or at www.fumcr.com/reservechildcare at least 4 business days in advance.

The concept of grace was very important to John Wesley, and it should be for us. United Methodists believe that God’s grace is always available, and our recognition and acceptance of God’s grace sets us on a journey toward holiness. We will take a deeper dive into prevenient, justifying, and sanctifying grace.

    REGISTER ONLINE Registration Deadline: Feb 16, 2023

    When & Where: Tue  •  Feb 21 - Apr 4  •  6 - 7:30 pm  •  Room 206
    Led by: Rev. Dr. Vic Casad
    Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations when you register for the class or at www.fumcr.com/reservechildcare at least 4 business days in advance.

Explore and practice what it means to follow Jesus in our time through this group-guided study of the Jesus we know from the Gospels - Jesus in the Gospels, Jesus of the Gospels, Jesus as the Gospel, and Jesus’ Gospel mission.

    REGISTER ONLINE Registration Deadline: Feb 14

    When & Where: Tue  •  Apr 4 - Apr 25  •  11:30 am - 1:30 pm  •  Room 2A
    Led by: Dr. Jason Berman and Lisa Hancock
    Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations when you register for the class or at www.fumcr.com/reservechildcare at least 4 business days in advance.

Go back to the basics of vitality and life. Knowing your human needs and learning to communicate them effectively will help strengthen your relationships with others and also with yourself and your own personal/spiritual growth.

    REGISTER ONLINE Registration Deadline: April 1