EXPLORERS
Room 4
Est. 1988
60 Members Ages late 20s, 30s, & 40s
A fun and vivacious group consisting of
mostly married couples and parents of young children. Class member
teachers cover interesting Bible lessons, usually spanning 4-week
time periods. Parties, showers, outings, “prayer golf”, children's
sports, supper clubs, and service projects enhance group support.
GENESIS
Room 2
Est. 1993
40+ Members Ages 20s-40s
Gathering time with refreshments,
announcements, sharing of praises and concerns, opening prayer,
Bible lesson and closing prayer. Bible Study is presented through a
team teaching approach. Membership includes both singles and married
couples. Monthly fellowships alternate between small group and whole
class functions.
T.H. HOLMES
Room 1
Est. 1982
40+ Members Ages 35-ish
This class offers a wide variety of teachers with a wide variety of
topics. This is a class of parents with young through teenaged
children. Quarterly socials give opportunity for support and
nurturing friendships. Class discussion is encouraged and is a
strength of the class.
SEEKERS
Room 22
Est. 1991
35 Members Ages 15-80
The Seekers Class welcomes all
who are interested in learning about God's Word. Our diverse
membership includes teenagers to senior citizens, both single and
married. A variety of teachers lead this warm group as we seek to
build our relationship with God through discussion and Bible study.
Supporting FUMC activities and getting together for a meal every
month are just part of the fun.
SEEKERS OF GRACE
Room 115
Est. 2000
60 Members: Ages 25-40
Seekers of Grace (SOG) is
comprised of young married couples, most with young children, in
their 20's and 30's. The class was established in February of 2000
and is currently led by Paul & Kathy Dannevik. Topics of study range
from relationships to various Christian-based book studies, with
emphasis on small group discussion and class input. They enjoy
various social gatherings including a family picnic, dinner at
Cagle's Steakhouse, potluck suppers, and a Christmas party, in
addition to monthly Girl/Guy Nights Out. SOG are encouraged to
actively participate in a wide range of mission projects. Seekers of
Grace welcome any couple interested in developing Christian-based
friendships in a relaxed, open format and who are interested in
striving to make their Christian faith a part of their everyday
life.
CROSSROADS
Room 207
Est. 2002
Ages 20s-30s.
We are a fun & exciting class of couples . Our study format includes
discussion, with wide range of topics including relationships ,
beliefs, and various other biblical topics. This class enjoys such
socials as class parties, golf, guys nights/girls nights, eating out
together, softball, retreats and ski trips.
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MIDDLE ADULT SUNDAY
SCHOOL CLASSES
AGES
AND STAGES
Room 5
Est. 1982
25+ members Ages 25 & up, For women of
different ages who attend Sunday School alone. Bible study and
current daily-life issues, strong support of church and member
needs. Active participation in needs of the church and community
such as Second Helpings, mission trip, and Inter-Faith Hospitality.
Monthly socials, potluck dinners, picnics, brunches, and a Christmas
party.
CORNERSTONE
Room 23
Est. 1958
38 members Ages 50's+
Married and single members from a wide
variety of occupations and interests consider topical series from
social issues to Bible studies. Monthly socials. Members are active
in church projects such as Boy Scouts, Second Helpings, Mom's Meals,
and Habitat for Humanity.
FELLOWSHIP BIBLE
Room 24
Est. 1977
35 members - All ages
A class for both couples and singles.
Primary focus of lessons is on Bible study with discussion
participation encouraged. Social activities supplement the Sunday
class fellowship.
PATHFINDERS
Room 18
Est. 1974
75 couples Ages 40s & above, ageless
Focusing on contemporary issues and Bible
studies with rotation of teaching duties and special guests. This
class of couples with school and college aged children deepens
friendship and support with regular family get-togethers and other
fellowship opportunities.
GENERATIONS
Parlor
Est. 1997
60 members Ages primarily 30s-50s
The Generations Class is intergenerational
in nature and, thus, the name of the class “Generations”. Ages of
class members run from the 20's to 70's, but are primarily 30's
through 50's. The class is taught by Robin Lock, emphasizing
studies on major Christian beliefs as they pertain to challenging
issues in our life today.
PACESETTERS
Room 19
Est. 1979
102 Members Ages 30-50
Mostly couples with school-aged children ,
centers on applying faith and Christian principles in daily life;
led by a rotation of teachers. Monthly socials, with and without
children along, foster close friendships in their class.
FOCUSED LIVING
Room 217
Est. 2002
20 members ages: 35-55]
The class has singles and couples. Class topics will provide a
dynamic evaluation and perspective on the responsibilities and
opportunities of the many roles of middle adults: vocation, family,
and community. One of our newest classes, always welcoming new
members.
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SENIOR ADULT
SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES
CANTERBURY
Room 25
Est. 1939
19 members Ages 50-80
Canterbury
is one of First Methodist's earliest established classes and one of
the most caring. A teacher leads Bible and other book studies. The
group has parties and an Easter breakfast. Some members are single.
FIFTY-FIFTY
Meets in Chapel
Est. 1932
25 members Ages 70s and up
A singles and couples class for retired
persons with convenient chapel access for seniors. The group relies
on an alternating core of teachers presenting lessons from the Adult
Bible Studies.
FRIENDSHIP
Room 3
Est. 1939
60+ members Mostly retired
Four permanent teachers, but all members work together, rotating
lessons from the Adult Bible Study Series. Contributions to missions
are stressed and well supported, as well as involvement in most
facets of First Methodist's church life. Semi-annual socials.
HI ROBINSON
Rooms 13,14,15
Est. 1954
113 members Ages 60s-?
Begun in 1954 by Dr. & Mrs. H.I. Robinson, as a young couples
class, this class has evolved through the years. Members now have
grown children and many grandchildren. An active class of couples
and singles taught by a rotation of teachers using the Adult Bible
Series and special topics. Quarterly socials are well attended. All
age groups are welcome.
HOMEBUILDERS
Room 7
Est. 1947
87 members Ages 60s & up
Guests and permanent teachers lead the Adult
Bible Series and other topics of choice in this class of adults with
grown children. Brunches every other month, plus 4 to 6 socials
annually.
McMILLAN
Room 10
Est. 1958
72 members Ages 50s plus]
Emphasizes faith in daily living. Lessons on Bible study, book
reviews, and current issues taught by a rotation of teachers.
Socials supplement fellowship in this class of warmth and closeness.
QUESTERS
Room 16
Est. 1959
60 members
Women 50s-80s
This class for women meets monthly for luncheons and on Sunday
uses the Adult Bible Study. Teachers are secured from the teacher
resource within the church and outside guests also lead the
discussions.
RAFTERS
Room 17
Est. 1956
34 members
Men 50s-90s
Some
men in the Rafter class have wives in Questers, but singles also
make up this class. Current selected teachers lead lessons from the
Adult Bible Series. Socials such as ice cream suppers and barbecues
help members extend their fellowship outside of Sunday mornings.
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SPECIAL FOCUS SUNDAY
SCHOOL CLASSES
CONTEMPORARY SINGLES
Room 305
Ages mid 40s & up
Sunday School lessons focus on relating
Scripture to every day life. Lessons center on issues decided upon
by the class as a whole. In addition, members enjoy Sunday lunches
after the 10:50am worship service; socials like game nights, the
Symphony, football parties, and a Wednesday lunch bunch.
TWELVE-STEP SCRIPTURE
Room 21
Est. 1991
All ages/ married and single
Class members engage in discussions of
addiction-related topics with different 12-Step materials covered
throughout the year. Class focus is on spirituality in recovery,
living with problems, and every day struggles as they relate to the
Scriptures. Several social gatherings each year.
UNIVERSITY
Room 304
Est. 1990
College/university students
Join us for Real-World Christianity- our Sunday School that deals
with life, love, meaning, and God in Room 304- or join us for
activities throughout the week.
FRIENDSHIP SINGLES
Room 204
Est. 2003
Singles of any age are welcome, but our membership consists
primarily of people in their 40's and 50's who are faced with
building a meaningful life as a single person. Many of our members
have not previously been affiliated with a Sunday School class. A
major goal is to provide a means for spiritual and emotional growth
through support, love, and fellowship. This is a discussion class,
in which members are free to participate, offer opinions and share
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