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Then Jesus said ... “If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples; and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.” - John 8:31-32

Learning Communities

Want to learn something new or dig deeper into a topic? We are pleased to offer short-term classes and seminars on a variety of subjects throughout the year. Topics may include spiritual formation, Bible study, theology, personal growth, parenting, marriage enrichment, and others as they arise.

These groups, formed by common interest, offer opportunities to meet new people in the church and community and often span generations, thus adding to the richness of the experience. 

Registrations and payments, if any, are online through Fellowship One.

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  • Pastor's Study: You Are What You Love (online)  •  Jan 6 - Feb 3, 2025 (not meeting Jan 13)
        When & Where: Mon  •  Jan 6 - Feb 3, 2025 (not meeting Jan 13)  •  9:30-11am  •  Zoom, link will be shared closer to start of class
        Led by: Dr. Dan Flanagan
        Childcare: No
    Popular speaker and award-winning author James K. A. Smith to helps us recognize the formative power of culture and the transformative possibilities of Christian practices. Who and what we worship fundamentally shape our hearts. We may not realize, however, the ways our hearts are taught to love rival gods instead of the One for whom we were made. And while we desire to shape culture, we are not often aware of how culture shapes us.
    Pickup a copy at your favorite online or local retailer.
    Jan 6 - Chapters 1 & 2
    Jan 20 - Chapters 3 & 4
    Jan 27 - Chapters 5 & 6
    Feb 3 - Chapter 7 & Wrap Up
        REGISTER ONLINE Registration due at least one week prior to class start.
  • Becoming Disciples - Revelation  •  Jan 6 - April 7, 2025
        When & Where: Mon  •  Jan 6 - April 7, 2025  •  11:30am-1pm  •  BFLC 2A
        Led by: Rev. Sarah Marsalis-Luginbill
        Childcare: No

    Have you wanted to study the Bible but _____ (fill in the blank!) Bring your lunch and dive into Revelation with us! Become part of a community that will meet for small group discussion over your daily reading and study.
    We will not meet Jan 20, Feb 17, or Mar 17
    $20 per person

        REGISTER ONLINE Registration due at least one week prior to class start.
  • Pastor's Study: Knowing Who We Are  •  Jan 12 - Feb 2
        When & Where: Sun  •  Jan 12 - Feb 2  •  2-3:30 pm  •  Room 211
        Led by: Rev. Scott Luginbill
        Childcare: No

    Discover what sets United Methodists apart with Pastor Scott's four-week study of Knowing Who We Are by Laceye C. Warner. Explore Wesleyan Christianity to deepen your understanding of Methodist identity, values, and beliefs. Using Warner's book as a guide, we'll discuss the distinctive traits of our Wesleyan heritage, including God's grace for all. Purchase the book from your favorite retailer and read Chapter 1 before our first class on January 12. While reading is encouraged, all are welcome to join and learn from the discussions!

        REGISTER ONLINE Registration due at least one week prior to class start.
  • Gospel Book Study with Pastor Allison  •  Jan 26, Feb 23, March 30, April 27
        When & Where: Sun  •  Jan 26, Feb 23, March 30, April 27  •  9:45 - 10:45  •  Room 212
        Led by: Rev. Allison Jean
        Childcare: Yes. Nursery (0-23 mos.) & Sunday school (2 yrs - kinder at 8:45, 2 yrs - 12th grade at 9:45, 2 yrs - 1st grade at 11)

    Read through the Gospels, Book-club style! Led by Pastor Allison Jean, come ready to discuss highlights, questions, and how you connect with God through your reading. All faith experience levels welcome.

    Discussion schedule:
    January 26 - Matthew
    February 23 - Mark
    March 30 - Luke
    April 27 - John

        REGISTER ONLINE Registration due at least one week prior to class start.
  • Retreat: Using the Enneagram for Spiritual Transformation  •  Feb 7-9
        When & Where: Sun, Fri, Sat  •  Feb 7-9  •  7pm Fri - 11:30am Sun  •  Prothro Center on Lake Texoma
        Led by: Stacey Ruff, LPC
        Childcare: No

    Are you ready to deepen your understanding of who you are and whose you are? Join us for a weekend retreat and take a deep dive into your Enneagram number. This interactive weekend will push and guide you to observe the ways your ego/personality limits you. You will be given tools to help counteract the strong, mostly unconscious impulses that drive your thoughts, feelings, and actions. The following topics will be covered: motivations, personality patterns and how to address them, childhood patterns, defense mechanisms, instincts and subtypes, using your arrows for growth, and passion/virtue and mental fixation/Holy Idea.

    Participants must know their Enneagram number.
    Cost: $225 each for dual occupancy, $275 each for single occupancy (limited availability)
    Includes: lodging, linens, four meals (Sat breakfast, lunch, dinner; Sun breakfast), and snacks

        REGISTER ONLINE Registration due at least one week prior to class start.
Events for Adults
 
The Gathering

2nd Mondays, Coleman Family Hall

Young Adult Christmas Party

Tues, Dec 17, 7-9pm, Meet at West Side Playground

20-Somethings Night of Worship

Tue, Jan 7, 7-9pm, Custer Road UMC

UWF Project Party

Sun, Jan 12, 12:15-1:30pm, Coleman Family Hall

Adult Swing Dance

Wednesdays, Jan 22 - Feb 26, Bartula Family Life Center


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