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Disciple I Fast Track is an adaptation of the original Disciple 1 course ideal for busy people who want to fit a comprehensive Bible study into their schedule. Classes cover the entire Bible—from Genesis to Revelation—but in a shorter time. The first half of the course focuses on the Old Testament and the second half on the New Testament. The Bible readings for each lesson follow the chronological movement of the biblical story. Groups meet weekly. Participants commitment to personal daily preparation (30-40 minutes) and weekly group meetings (24 weeks).
This study examines the connection between memory and identity as people of God. There are 12 sessions on the Old Testament prophets, and 13 on the New Testament letters of Paul. Participants commit to personal daily preparation (30-40 minutes) and weekly group meetings (24 weeks). Prerequisite: Disciple 1.
This study focuses on classical teachings of Christianity, including ancient and modern Christian writings and videos by leading Bible scholars. Participants commit to personal daily preparation (30 minutes) and weekly group meetings.
In a world where the pace of existence is so fast, and life’s patterns are changing all around us it can be a challenge to live faithfully for God’s glory. Spiritual formation, the process of being formed in the image of Christ for the sake of others, is a way to develop spiritual disciplines for a flourishing faith. This class offers a framework for understanding the spiritual disciplines and instruction for developing and nurturing those practices. It is for Christians new and old who understand that we become like Christ gradually, not instantly, and are open to learning practices and activities that lead to a meaningful life with Christ and others.
Join Pastor Macie for an 8-week study on the Gospel of John, starting September 17th – November 12th from 5-7pm on Sunday nights. We will read and discuss together “Reading John for Dear Life,” by Rev. Dr. Jaime Clark-Soles.
It’s easy to get lost in the Bible. With so many different books and interweaving stories, it can feel overwhelming. A small group Bible study is the perfect way to find your place in the Bible, get a better grasp on what you’re reading, and feel more at home in the Word of God!
Marilyn Hodge, who has been teaching bible studies for over two decades, is a gracious and insightful guide who will help you make your way through the Scriptures, pointing out the people, places, and things to pay particular attention to. She will bring the Bible alive as the group reflects on how these ancient words fit into our very contemporary life. Marilyn is a new member of First UMC, and a long-time friend of Pastor Tommy Brumett.
When Jesus talked about the Reign of God, he was talking about an utterly different way of relating to one another. He lays out a blueprint for this alternative lifestyle in his best-known teaching, the Sermon on the Mount. From the Beatitudes onward, the Sermon on the Mount overturns conventional wisdom and traditional power structures, offering an alternative plan for an authentic life.
In this revised and newly titled book, Jesus’ Alternative Plan, Richard Rohr explores the implications of Jesus’ vision, and goes through the teachings, explaining the historical and cultural context of each verse and offering guidance for what it means for humanity today. The result is a clear, yet challenging look at the alternative plan laid out by Jesus.
This updated edition of Jesus’ Plan for a New World will inspire those desiring a transformative understanding of Jesus’ teachings.
This class is offered through First UMC’s Center for Transformative Prayer.
Abe and Amy have four teenage children and have spent their lives working with kids of all ages. They both have degrees in education, have taught several parenting classes, have been guest speakers at schools and parent groups, and Abe served as a youth minister for nearly 20 years. They don’t have all the answers, but they’ve gleaned a lot of wisdom around parenting and look forward to sharing it with you.
This six-week study by Rev. Adam Hamilton guides us to really know-and really pray-the Lord’s Prayer. It explores each line and meaning in the Bible, showing what we ask of God and what we ask of ourselves through its words. Learn how to use it as a pattern for your own prayer life.
“Through this six-week study, Rev. Adam Hamilton explores the life, teaching, death, and resurrection of Jesus as told in the Gospel of Luke. Jesus came to lift up the lowly. Throughout his ministry to his final days on the road to the cross, we find stories of his relationships with ordinary, flawed, and unexpected people. He met, dined, and traveled with people who were not perfect. Many of them were struggling, some were outsiders or even outlaws. Whoever they were, from those he healed to the outlaws with him at his crucifixion, Jesus brought the good news of God’s kingdom to those who most needed to hear it. Through Luke’s stories we find Jesus’ care and compassion for all as he welcomes sinners and outcasts. As we study Luke and see Jesus’ concern for those who were considered unimportant, we hear a hopeful and inspiring word for our lives today.”