First United Methodist Church offers classes for everyone in the family on Wednesday nights for 12 weeks in the fall and 12 weeks in the spring.  We begin each evening with our MoG SUPPERS - 5:00–6:00 pm in the Family Life Center.  Classes for all ages from 2 through youth and adults begin at 6:00 pm.

 

Have you had your MOG today?  Come get your MOG on.  Are you MOGGING?  Got MOG?  Where’s my MOG?  MOG down.    How is your MOG, anyway?  Don’t fight the MOG.  What have you

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MOGGED recently?  Have you lost your MOG?  That’s cooler than MOG.    That’s my MOG.   What’s that have to do with MOG?  Don’t mess with the MOG.

 

Wednesdays

Sept. 15-Dec. 08, 2010

 

Beginning with

Macra’s MoG Meals

 

                Join us from 5:00 to 6:00 for a delicious supper in the Family Life Center.  Suggested donation is $4 for adults and $3 for students, (kids under 4 eat free) payable at the door.  Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches will be available for those children not eating the meal.

 

 

Available classes to be announced September 1, 2010

 

 

 

 

 

 

ADULTS

 

 

Disciple I - Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study  (6:00-8:30) is a general survey of the entire bible and the prerequisite to the other Disciple studies. The student will read approximately 70% of the bible during the 34 weeks. The hoped-for results of this study are to develop biblically nourished persons committed to live as disciples.  Mike Rigsby will lead one group and Dawn Rigsby will lead the other from September 3-May. Both begin in Room 216.

 

Beginnings: A ChristCare Group Experience  (6:00-7:30) is an ideal way to turn a small group of people into a warm, caring Christian Community.  Eight carefully designed sessions introduce group members to Grace Groups and help them build valuable caring and relational skills and learn the process of Biblical Equipping.  Men’s Group-Room 204, Women’s Groups-Room 203 or 205.

 

Fellowship of Christian Writers (6:00-7:15)  If you are interested in writing poetry, fiction, or non-fiction for the glory and edification of our Creator, please join us.  Dan and Sue Whatley will be leading the group, sharing their knowledge of writing and publishing, and helping the group develop strategies and goals.  Library.

 

 

Men’s Basketball Fellowship (6:00-7:15) For fun and fitness of mind and body, join Gary Robinson in the FLC for pick up basketball and a rousing devotional.  Open to everyone who’s ever played basketball!

 

 

GAMES NIGHT  (7:30 til . . .)  - Bring your own games or join with others for fun and fellowship after the study sessions.  Room 205

 

CHANCEL CHOIR  (7:15 – 8:45) -  As usual, the chancel choir practices on Wednesday.  We are not all musicians; we enjoy singing God’s praises.  Join us!  Choir Room.

 

BELL CHOIR  (6:00 – 7:15)  Lynn Howell (564-8308 ) would be glad to show you a sample of the music we use and demonstrate how easy it is to ring,  Join now!  Sanctuary Balcony.

 

University

Upward Thinking  Calling all students!  If you are a college student, college-age, or just like hanging out with young adults, come join Upward Thinking. We will be using the Nooma Series from 6-7:00, followed by Women Only Gathering (7:30 - 9:00 pm).  Meet for free supper in the Family Life Center first at 5:00.

 

 

Youth-6th-12th Grades

Confirmation Experience (6:00-7:30)   We will explore the core teachings and belief of Christianity and reflect on what impact they have on our lives.  Confirmands work one-on-one with a mentor to deepen their faith and discover what it means to be a fully committed disciple of Christ while parents will meet separately with the pastors and work through the same book and bible readings.  Begins in Room 202

 

 

YoWe (6-7:30 pm) Our Wednesday night program is known as YoWe (cause Jud is soooo creative and all)!  Bringing the youth together to develop a sense of community following the Grace Groups model is the focus of the activities and small group times.  The youth will explore current events, search for the truth, and be challenged by lessons and discussions that engage their culture.  This is no lo-depth study! The students will dig deep into their hearts and work to connect with each other and to God to discern His will.  Youth Lounge.

 

 

 

 

 

Preteens - 4th & 5th Grades

 

Grapple -  Dig into the Bible to relate faith to real life and find answers to questions preteens grapple with the most. Then Grapple gives you exclusive access to your own online community where each child in the class can post God sightings, send prayer requests, care cards and messages to each other and leaders. Parents also have access where they can see what their kids are doing online, find out about Grapple, retrieve safety tips, and view announcements.  Come Grapple with us! Rooms 207 & 209.                                       

 

 

Elementary - 1st - 3rd Grades

KIDMO - The Hyper-Teaching video of Johnny Rogers along with the reinforcement of our KIDMO team and small group leaders will empower our kids with innovative messages and engaging interactivity. The compelling lessons, built on biblical truth, will positively impact kids with fun and fast-paced humor.  Room 215.

 

 

Pre-K & Kindergarten

Godly Play - Preschoolers have an opportunity to discover God, themselves, and one another through the stories in the Bible.  Godly Play uses a careful telling of scripture stories, engaging story figures, and activities to encourage children to seek and find answers to their faith questions.  They will sing from 7:00-7:30 and prepare to share their experience with the congregation in the worship services. Rooms 212 & 210.

 

 

Two & Three-Year-Olds

Jesus Loves Me! - That is the first thing we want little ones to know.  We have fun, interactive lessons featuring Bible story activities, singing and crafts that will keep our wiggly little ones active and engaged! Nursery Room 106.

 

 

MUSICAL PRACTICE

All children, 1st grade and up, are invited to participate in our Christmas Musical to be presented on Sunday, December 13, 2009.  Rehearsals are at 4:00 – 5:00 pm each Wednesday. They will also sing in the worship services several times during the semester.  Room 215.

 

 

Nursery Children  (6:00-8:30 pm) - A Nursery will be provided for toddlers and bed babies whose parents are participating in Family Focus.  Nursery Room 100.