Adult Ministries
Connections fixed numerous meals for those in our congregation who are in need, ie., first day home from hospital, new baby, etc. Not pictured Ken Abbey..he took the picture.
Sunday School
Faith Link
This class looks at current events from a faith perspective, using United Methodist resources. Kaj Ostergaard facilitates this discussion-based class.
LifeGuide Bible Study
This class uses a study book to look at Old Testament Bible characters. Come prepared with the passages read and discuss how to apply the lessons from each week to your everyday life. Jane Egermann leads this new class.
Short Seminars
This class uses video based series. Topics are relevent to many life experiences and ages. George Berquist leads this class.
Pastor's Seminars
These seminars will be held at different times and seasons throughout the year. Some offerings may include: new member classes, Baptism classes, Advent studies, Lenten studies, and other special topics.
More Opportunities
Mid-Week Word
Pastor Weatherly welcomes you to join in a lively discussion, complete with snacks, each Wednesday at 10:00 AM. We will review the scripture for the next Sunday's sermon, at least that's where we begin. Where we will end...come and find out!
United Methodist Women
All women are welcome to participate in the various events of the United Methodist Women (UMW). The focus of this group is on mission. In addition to special events and annual fundraisers for missions, the group meets monthly for fellowship, devotions, food, and special speakers. There are 2 groups--one that meets during the day at church (Ruth Circle), and one that meets in the evening at a member's home (Deborah Circle).
Men's Breakfast
Men of the church meet for breakfast on the 2nd Saturday of each month at 7:30 a.m. All men are welcome to come for food, fellowship, and bible study.
Prayer Chain
If you have a prayer request, and don't want to wait until Sunday, the phone Prayer Chain is available to you. Our congregation believes in the power of prayer. If you have an immediate request, please call the church office during the regular hours at (248) 879-6363 or at other times before 3pm contact Sue Olesen at (248) 879-6894. After 3pm, contact Megan Steiger (248) 650-0835 to start the Prayer Chain. If you need prayer support between 10pm and 8am, you may contact Sue or Megan. Your initial request will be passed along to several others on the list. Keep in mind the Prayer Chain Community is not a confidential program and you may need to leave you request on an answering machine.
Stephen Ministers
Stephen Ministers is a program designed to equip and support Christians to provide quality one-on-one lay ministry for those experiencing life's challenges. Each Stephen Minister receives 50 hours of training before entering a confidential caregiver/care-receiver relationship. We meet monthly for peer supervision and continuing education.
Are you facing one of life's challenges? Do you need a Christian friend to walk with you? A Stephen Minister can help. Call Pastor Weatherly at (989) 598-6506 to schedule a confidential appointment.
Connections
Connections meets weekly 3 times a month for selected book discussions, a prayerful time for Joys and Concerns, praising God through music, and mission projects. They also have prepared meals for the home-bound or hospital patients coming home.
Contact Sue Abbey (313) 910-5842 or Jo Anne Hornbeck (248) 650-5327