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When & Where: Sat  •  Sept 23  •  9 am - 3 pm  •  Mays Hall
Led by: Dr. Terry Parsons
Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations by emailing childcare@fumcr.com at least one week before the group meeting.

Do you want a thriving, lifetime marriage? Thrive In Your Marriage is a workshop led by Dr. Terry Parsons, a marriage and family psychotherapist and ordained minister, along with his facilitators for couples at any stage of their relationship, from engagement to golden anniversary and beyond. This workshop will help you to: grow in your marriage and closeness with God; emotionally connect with your spouse; learn to positively resolve differences and conflicts; and improve intimacy.

There is a $50 fee per couple, which includes materials, lunch, and snacks.

Register 7/12-9/22

When & Where: Tue  •  Sept 12 - Nov 14  •  7-9 pm  •  Middlebrooks Hall
Led by: Lisa Hancock
Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations by emailing childcare@fumcr.com at least one week before the group meeting.

This experiential course utilizes the Enneagram, an ancient tool from centuries of Judeo-Christian faith and scholarship used for cultivating self-awareness, growth and personal transformation. Insights from this course can answer life-long questions about our behavior and unconscious motivations. Newly learned self-knowledge assists in our walks with God and enables our true and best self to emerge and can transform the way we relate to others.

$90 fee for class materials.

Register 7/12-9/5

When & Where: Tue  •  Sept 12 - Oct 31  •  11:30 am - 1 pm  •  217A&B
Led by: Marsha Mayo and Debbie O’Reilly
Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations by emailing childcare@fumcr.com at least one week before the group meeting.

The Women’s Bible Study this semester will meet for 8 weeks and will engage in Covenant Bible Study together. Covenant is an in-depth group Bible study in which participants read and discuss the Bible together, learning how to love God—and each other—better. The study focuses on relationships with God, with each other, and with the world.

$20 fee for participant guide

Register 7/18 - 9/11

When & Where: Mon  •  Sept 11 - Nov 13  •  7:30-8:30 pm  •  Taco Joint at SW corner of Beltline and 75
Led by: Taylor Newsom and Andrew Harris
Childcare: No

This group is comprised of men ranging from 20s to 40s, studying various topics that are relevant to our lives. We enjoy socializing together at our group meetings, growing deeper in our relationship with God and one another, and doing mission work within the community.

REGISTER ONLINE July 15 - October 31

When & Where: Sun  •  Sept 10 - Nov 5  •  5-6:30 pm  •  Room 203
Led by: Scott and Shannon Smith
Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations by emailing childcare@fumcr.com at least one week before the group meeting.

In debt? Need a plan for your money? Financial Peace University is here to help with practical, proven advice for dealing with the financial part of your life and the relationships it involves.

Materials cost: $102.30 (includes shipping).

Register 5/8-9/8/17

When & Where: Sun  •  Sept 10, 17; Oct 1, 8, 15; Nov 5  •  4-5:30 pm  •  225
Led by: Rev. Mary Howard
Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations by emailing childcare@fumcr.com at least one week before the group meeting.

What is it?  How does it work? Does it work?  If God knows everything, what is the point of praying? Using Philip Yancey’s DVD “Prayer: Does it Make Any Difference” as a starting point, this class, led by Rev. Mary Howard, will cover some of the issues surrounding prayer. It will also include specific ways to pray. 

$10 fee for participant guide.

Register 7/12-9/8

When & Where: Sun  •  Sept 10, 17, 24  •  11 am - 12 pm  •  Room 203
Led by: Ed Frantz
Childcare: Yes. Nursery (0-23 mos.) & Sunday school (2 yrs - kinder at 8:45, 2 yrs - 12th grade at 9:45, 2 yrs - 5th grade at 11)

What’s involved, what’s it like, coming to really know someone? I’m not asking about knowing about someone, but rather the kind of knowing affecting the heart as well as head. Christianity makes the mind-blowing claim that we mere mortals can so “know” God… Creator of the entire universe! C’mon now! What does knowing God look like? feel like?

Register 5/8-9/9/2017

When & Where: Tue  •  Sept 5 - Oct 10  •  7-8:30 pm  •  Mays Hall
Led by: Pastor Don Hood
Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations by emailing childcare@fumcr.com at least one week before the group meeting.

This study led by Pastor Don Hood explores the overall message of the Old and New Testaments, the role of God and people in creating the Bible, and how to make sense of challenging topics in the Bible like faith and science, violence, and sexuality. The world’s bestselling, most read, and most loved book is also sometimes the most confusing! We invite you to ask questions as we wrestle with understanding how the Bible helps us find meaning and purpose in our lives. Whether you have recently picked up a Bible for the first time or if you have many years of study under your belt – this class is for you!

$10 fee covers the cost of the book.

Register 5/8-9/4/17

When & Where: Wed  •  Aug 30 - May 9  •  6:30-9 pm  •  217B
Led by: Janeva Longacre and Charlie Allison
Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations by emailing childcare@fumcr.com at least one week before the group meeting.

DISCIPLE is a program of discipline Bible study aimed at developing strong Christian leaders. Study the entire Bible through personal and group study over the course of 34 weeks. No prior Bible study experience is necessary. A good study Bible, such as the New Interpreters Study Bible, is recommended.

$35 fee for participant study manual.

Register 7/12-8/29

When & Where: Wed  •  Aug 2 - May 30  •  1-2:30 pm  •  Room 208
Led by: Rev. Mary Howard
Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations by emailing childcare@fumcr.com at least one week before the group meeting.

Rev. Mary Howard will facilitate the group using the lectio divina method for small groups. We will pray various scriptures and even some spiritual classics. Don’t worry if you don’t know what lectio divina means. You will be guided. Instead of focusing on facts and background information, we will be seeking to hear God speaking to us through the scriptures.

A long term commitment is not required. You may participate as your schedule permits.

Register 5/8/2017-5/1/2018

When & Where: Wed  •  July 5, 12, 19, 26  •  6:30-8 pm  •  Mays Hall
Led by: Rev. Joe Shafer
Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations by emailing childcare@fumcr.com at least one week before the group meeting.

Rev. Joe Shafer will lead a four week Bible study on the Book of Colossians. Come learn about Paul's letter and how it relates to our lives today. We hope this will be an inter-generational study. Youth through senior adults are welcome to participate.

Register 5/4/17 - 7/4/17

When & Where: Tue  •  May 9  •  7-9:00 pm  •  Chapel
Led by: Dr. Robert Hunt
Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations by emailing childcare@fumcr.com at least one week before the group meeting.

Faiths in Conversation, moderated by Dr. Robert Hunt, SMU Perkins School of Theology presents "Making Religion Relevant: A Generational Conversation about the Millennials, who are increasingly spiritual without being religious."

REGISTER ONLINE Jan 23-May 8

When & Where: Tue  •  March 21 - 28  •  7-8:30pm  •  Room 215
Led by: Dr. Terry Parsons
Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations by emailing childcare@fumcr.com at least one week before the group meeting.

Join Dr. Parsons in exploring principles and practices of self-awareness, communication with others, and nurturing life-giving connections.   

REGISTER ONLINE Dec 16- March 21

When & Where: Sun  •  Weekly  •  11 am - 12 noon  •  Room 209
Led by: Robert Sage and Glen Meggs
Childcare: Nursery: 0-23 mos. Sunday school: ages 2-5 at 8:45, ages 2-18 at 9:45, ages 2-8 at 11.

Since 2006, The Employment Transition Ministry has provided a meeting for church and community members to come and get assistance with their job search needs in a small group setting. It is led by volunteers with years of experience that allow them to help attendees get their job search issues resolved so they can move forward in their search for their next opportunity.  

ETM does not meet on holidays or Sundays when there is a special event at the church.

Registration not Required 

When & Where: Sun  •  March 12 - 26  •  11 am - 12 noon  •  Room 204
Led by: Rev. Fred Trevino
Childcare: Nursery: 0-23 mos. Sunday school: ages 2-5 at 8:45, ages 2-18 at 9:45, ages 2-8 at 11.

Rev. Fred Trevino explores and explains the basics of United Methodist belief and practice.

REGISTER ONLINE Dec 15 - March 12

When & Where: Tue  •  March 7-March 28  •  7-8 pm  •  Room BFLC 1A-B
Led by: Rev. Don Hood
Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations by emailing childcare@fumcr.com at least one week before the group meeting.

Dr. Clayton Oliphint will introduce the first session of this class, based on his book, The Road to Amazing: Basics of Christian Practice. Pastor Don Hood will facilitate the study. This is a wonderful Lenten opportunity for adults of all ages and stages.

REGISTER ONLINE Jan 23-March 28

When & Where: Tue  •  Feb 28 - April 4  •  7-8:30pm  •  Room 217B
Led by: Dr. Justin Tull
Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations by emailing childcare@fumcr.com at least one week before the group meeting.

The world's bestselling, most-read, and most-loved book is also sometimes the most confusing! We invite you to ask questions as we wrestle with understanding how the Bible helps us find meaning and purpose in our lives. Whether you have recently picked up a Bible for the first time or if you have many years of study under your belt - this class is for you! 

REGISTER ONLINE Dec 16 - Mar 7

When & Where: Mon  •  Feb 20 - Jun 12  •  7:30-8:30 pm  •  Taco Joint
Led by: Andrew Harris, Pat Maher & Taylor Newsom
Childcare: No

We will use the Disciple Fast Track: New Testament curriculum to spend 12 weeks discussing themes contained in the New Testament.

Register through March 31

When & Where: Thur  •  Feb 9 - April 27  •  6 - 7:30 pm  •  Leaders' homes
Led by: Jackie Justice and Amber Newsom
Childcare: No

This is a group for young moms who are looking to take a break during the week and come connect with other young moms. 

REGISTER ONLINE through March 31st

When & Where: Wed  •  T.B.D.  •  T.B.D.  •  T.B.D.
Led by: Rev. Debra Hobbs Mason
Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations by emailing childcare@fumcr.com at least one week before the group meeting.

Facilitated by Rev. Debra Hobbs Mason, explore the Basics of Christian Identity through Dr. Clayton Oliphint's book, Citizens of Hope.

When & Where: Sun  •  Jan 22 - 29  •  11 am - 12 noon  •  Room 206
Led by: Bishop Max Whitfield
Childcare: Nursery: 0-23 mos. Sunday school: ages 2-5 at 8:45, ages 2-18 at 9:45, ages 2-8 at 11.

Participants will learn to read the Bible employing multiple easy to use methods that empower persons to gain spiritual insights and experience personal growth without the historical, cultural, theological, or textual knowledge required for “critical Bible study.”  You can read and understand the Bible without being a Biblical scholar!

Register Dec 16 - Jan 22

When & Where: Tue  •  Jan 17 - April 4  •  7-9 pm  •  Mays Hall
Led by: Lisa Hancock
Childcare: Yes. Please make reservations by emailing childcare@fumcr.com at least one week before the group meeting.

This experiential course utilizes the Enneagram, an ancient tool from centuries of Judeo-Christian faith and scholarship and used for cultivating self-awareness, growth and personal transformation. Insights from this course can answer life-long questions about our behavior and unconscious motivations. Newly learned self knowledge assists in our walks with God and enables our true and best self to emerge and can transform the way we relate to others. 

REGISTER ONLINE Dec 15-Jan 26

When & Where: Sun  •  Jan 15 - 29  •  11 am - 12 noon  •  Room 203
Led by: Ed Frantz
Childcare: Nursery: 0-23 mos. Sunday school: ages 2-5 at 8:45, ages 2-18 at 9:45, ages 2-8 at 11.

Observers of our culture claim that an underlying boredom is pervasive, and that many persons lead fragmented lives, lacking any overarching sense of purpose or direction. Henry David Thoreau is often credited with the claim that “Most men lead lives of quiet desperation, and die with their song still inside them,” whether triggered by a mid-life crisis, loss of a job or shattered career, wrecked marriage, or simply disillusion with the “same old same old”… a flat, colorless life affording little reason to look forward to the next day.  Let’s consider certain helpful insights of psychology, and the relevance of faith.

REGISTER ONLINE 

When & Where: Tue  •  Jan 10 - Feb 28  •  1 - 2:30 pm  •  Room 208
Led by: Rev. Mary Howard and Bob Diggs
Childcare: No

Using the book Finding Your Voice in the Psalms: An Invitation to Honest Prayer by Elizabeth Canham, this study will look at how the Psalms give voice to the wide range of human emotions that we all experience in everyday living.  Rather than focusing on facts and figures about these Psalms, we will use them to practice lectio divina.  Don’t worry if you don’t know what lectio divina means.  We’ll guide you and help you dive deeper into experiencing the Psalms in a meaningful way.  

Cost: $12

REGISTER ONLINE Dec 9 - Jan 24