It is important that individuals study in
fellowship with other Christians. Small groups allow a person to grow in his
or her faith with the help of other people who can provide
accountability and support.
Below is a list of
groups meeting this summer. For more information on these groups, contact
the person listed or Warren Pattison, Director of Adult
Ministries, at
wpattison@firstumc.org or 682-1912..
Alpha
Sundays, 9:30-10:30 AM
weekly June 6 - Aug 22
Room E-20
Contact Warren
Pattison, 682-1912
Alpha is a practical introduction to the Christian faith. Alpha provides a
safe place for people to explore the big questions of life. No question is
too big, too small, or too hostile.
The Gospel According to LOST
Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM
weekly June 2 - July 28
Room E-4
Contact
Erin
Beall, 686-3163
Join Erin Beall, our Duke Divinity summer intern. for an engaging
exploration of the spiritual and theological themes of the blockbuster
television series LOST.
Explore themes like Faith and Reason, Guilt, Fate, Connection / Quantum
Spirituality, Institutional Religion and Salvation. Familiarity with LOST
is helpful but not required. Whether you’ve seen every episode or none at
all, you’ll find this to be an engaging and thought-provoking group.
Servants of Reconciliation: Christian Conflict Resolution
Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM
weekly through June 23
Room F-21
Contact
Dave Groves, 533-7058
None of us are strangers to conflict. Conflict is a part of any human
system, from the family to the workplace to the church. Learn how to
handle it well. Rev. David Groves, a member of the FUMC Pastoral Care
staff and a former Certified Mediator in the state of Florida, will be our
guide in discovering how to handle conflict to facilitate healing and
reconciliation.
Faithbuilders
Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM
June 2, 16, 30, July 14, 28 and August 11, 25
(will resume meeting weekly in the fall)
Room D-3
Contact
Dennis Schulz,
860-2200
Faithbuilders is an ongoing group of mostly 30-somethings, both single and
married. Together we enjoy Bible Study, social events, fellowship, and
lots of fun! New people are always welcome to join us!
Young Couples
Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 PM
June 2, 16, 30, July 14, 28, August 18
(will resume meeting weekly in the fall)
Room E-23
Contact
Katrina Lynn, 683-5966
The Young Couples are a group where couples can meet, socialize, and learn
more about the Word of God. Come and enjoy fun, friendship, and
fellowship!
Band of Brothers
Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30 PM
June 2, 9, July 7, 14 and August 11, 18
(will resume meeting weekly in the fall)
Room E-22
Contact Carl
Feddeler 682-8601
This group of guys meets to discuss issues of faith and daily life, action
movies, ethical issues and scripture. In addition to their weekly study,
they sponsor service projects and plan trips and outings. They are always
ready to welcome new brothers!
First United Methodist Church A Stephen Ministry Church
72 Lake Morton Drive - Lakeland, Florida 33801 863.686.3163
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