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3 Dear Members, Spiritual health is up to each of you it is your responsibility. Small groups allow us a way to mentor each other on our faith journey. Regular participation provides accountability and support in the areas of life toward which you are growing. The idea is for everyone to be moving in the same direction toward a healthy and balanced life centered on Christ. (Adapted from Leading Small Groups with a Purpose Steve Gladden) I hope you will choose to worship with FUMC and to participate in at least one small group of Christian Discipleship. Sincerely, Rebecca B. Greene Director of Spiritual Formation Test yourselves to make sure you are solid in the faith. Don t drift along, taking everything for granted. Give yourselves regular checkups. You need first-hand evidence, not mere hearsay, that Jesus Christ is in you. 2 Corinthians 13:5 the Message Translation

4 Sunday Services 8:45am Traditional service I Sanctuary; Contemporary service I 162 East Theatre 9:45am Sunday School 11:00am Traditional service I Sanctuary Serve in Adult Discipleship Leaders- We are always interested in persons who are passionate about a project or topic and invite you to connect with Becky Greene at becky@fumcgastonia.org to lead a small group. Please Note We have made every effort to be as accurate as possible in putting together this guide. However, please recognize that dates, times, and locations of events and offerings are subject to change as their date draws closer, especially with construction still going on. For the most up-to-date information, please visit fumcgastonia.org or contact the Church Office at

5 Sunday School Sunday School offers a weekly consistent opportunity to study the bible, go deeper in faith, and build relationships within the church community. Builder s Class- Participants use the Adult Bible Study series as a companion for their spiritual journey of prayer, bible study, service, and church wide fellowship. Teachers- Mark & Rev. Angie Hollar Crosstalk- A cross section of ages and opinions that study a range of topics from the Bible to modern-day issues. Teacher- Royce Robinson Faith Matters- This class consists of parents of children and youth. Building a faith that matters for your children, begins with developing your own spirit. Teachers- Don & Tricia Buckner Friends in Faith- A community of adults (20-40) focusing on faith while juggling careers, relationships, families, and more. Teachers- Josh Yelverton, Casey Miller, and Lindsay Willis Joy Class- Joy Class This class is composed of people 60 s-80 s, both couples and singles. The lessons include a variety of teaching approaches and materials. Teacher- Tim Patti New Ties- (Variety of Ages) Lecture/discussion format featuring a variety of short studies going from book to bible to book. Teacher- Mark McIntosh Conversation Class- An unstructured alternative to traditional Sunday School. This round table meets weekly to talk about the challenges of faith based parenting for millennials. Teachers- Rusty Sitton & Bee Wetzell Youth- Middle & High School students are led in a time of fellowship and devotion in the Greene House. Teachers- Youth Director & Counselors Nursery & Children- Birth-5th grade children come together for a snack and are taught Bible stories in the Family Life Center. -Kristi McClellan & Teachers

6 Sunday Small Groups Choirs- Chancel- 10:00am I Contemporary- 6:30pm I Every Sunday I Rev. Saxon Scarborough Communion to Shut-Ins- We are needing people to deliver communion to our shut-ins 12:15pm First Sunday of the month I Rev. Juston Smith United Methodist Youth Fellowship (UMYF)- Middle & High School Students meet in the Greene House I 6:15pm Every Sunday I Youth Director A Capella Group- 7:00pm I Every Other Sunday I Dr. Aaron Prillaman Defining Your Purpose for the 2nd Half of Life- God has created you and shaped you for a life of purpose and significance. Re-examine and refine your understanding of purposeful discipleship as you grow through retirement January 6-27 I 4:00-5:30pm I Becky Greene & Rev. Dr. Jim Westmoreland Supper Club- Younger adults gather together for a time of fellowship I Childcare available at the church I Upcoming dates: January 27, March 34, May 19 I 5:00-7:00pm I Dr. Ashley Whitesell We Gather Together- Small groups gathering for intercessory prayer using our circle of prayer. I TBA Weekly I Group leaders Friends on the Go- A Celebration of Women Pioneers in Education I UNC-Chapel Hill I January 27 10:00am-7:00pm I Becky Greene Monday Small Groups Morning Workout- Join these active senior adults every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday as they workout and fellowship with one another in the Family Life Center. 9:00am I Doris Hancock United Methodist Women/ Circles- This group of mission minded women have many different circles that meet at various times and locations throughout the year and come together once a month for a dinner meeting. Check our website for a full list of circles. I Bethe Rogers So You Think You Can t Sing- Discover (or rediscover) the joy of singing your favorite hymns and songs. Rather than perceived notions of talent, singing is more about understanding/using some basic physical concepts. All are welcome! January 14- February 25 I 11:00am-12:00pm I Chapel Rev. Saxon Scarborough The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society- Book study based on the movie about a writer whom forms an unexpected bond with the residents of Guernsey Island when she decides to write about their experiences in the aftermath of WWII. I 10:00-11:30am I March 4-25 & April 1-8 I Loretta Stoker We Gather Together- Small groups gathering for intercessory prayer using our circle of prayer. I TBA Weekly I Group leaders

7 Tuesday Small Groups Salvation Army Breakfast- Serving meals to our homeless population. I 5:00am Weekly I Les Davis Firestone Prayer Breakfast- Adults gathering for morning devotions and prayer. 7:00am I First Tuesday of the Month I Rev. Dr. Jim Westmoreland Sr. Hi Prayer Breakfast- High School students meet before school for a morning devotion. 7:00am I First Tuesday of the month I Youth Director Mom s with Young Children- These women gather in homes to fellowship with one another. I Every other Tuesday I 9:00am I Lauren Loper Sit-N-Knit- Gather for fellowship and prayer while knitting prayer shawls, baby blankets, and other items needed in our faith community and beyound. I 10:00am Weekly I Greene House I Loretta Stoker Mission Warehouse- A group travels from FUMC to the Mission Response Center to help sort and pack humanitarian items for UMCOR. I 9am I Every third Tuesday Bill & Phyllis Kaser. Lenten Study: Eternity is Now in Session- Jesus talked about eternity as something more than a thing after we die. This study will dive into the thought of seeing salvation and eternity as a present reality! It s time to engage in a radical rediscovery of the Christian concept of salvation. 6:00pm I March & April 2-9 I Rev. Juston Smith More Than Millennials- A group of young somethings gathering together for fellowship and community. I Current study: You Lost Me- Why Young Christians are Leaving the Church and Rethinking Faith. I 7pm I Austin & Cady Hester Friends on the Go- The Barn Dinner Theatre in Greensboro Smoke on the Mountain I March 26 Becky Greene Run/Walk for God- A 12-week Bible study that is aimed at running a 5k, with a Christian focus. This is for ALL activity levels, and will allow us to parallel the principles of faith and endurance I January 15-April 19 I 6:00-7:30pm I Lisa Marisiddaiah. We Gather Together- Small groups gathering for intercessory prayer using our circle of prayer. I TBA Weekly I Group leaders

8 Wednesday Evening Fellowship Join us for dinner every Wednesday night at 5:30pm, followed by classes for all ages. Coffee and conversation is also available in the FLC after dinner. Make dinner reservations with amber at Financial Peace- A quality program that will show you how to master budgeting, paying off debt, build wealth, and give generously. We can live a fuller life in Christ I 6:15pm-7:30pm I January 9- February 6 I John Crane Chapel- Mid-week prayer service. I 6:30pm I Weekly I Rev. David Christy Sabbath- A women s study based on christian sabbath finding rest, renewal, and delight in our busy lives. I 6:30pm I Weekly I Anne Mallonee Chancel Handbells- 6:30pm I Weekly I Rev. Saxon Scarborough Crafts- Share Christian fellowship as you use your God given gifts of creativity to design a variety of crafts. I 6:30pm I Weekly I Craft Room Unafraid Bible Study- Break away from your worries and fears, and learn to live with courage and hope in an anxious age. I Rev. Dr. Jim Westmoreland Marriage Enrichment- Wherever you are now, you can be even better. Come explore concepts of affirmation, conflict resolution, and spiritual unity as it applies to relationships. I 6:30pm I February I Rev. Eddie Ingram Intergenerational Bible Study- A test project for Rev. Tripp Hord s course study in Divinity School. Imagine studying the same scripture from the children s bible, teen version, and adult study. I 6:30 February I Rev. Tripp Hord Lenten Study: Eternity is Now in Session- Jesus talked about eternity as something more than a thing after we die. This study will dive into the thought of seeing salvation and eternity as a present reality! It s time to engage in a radical rediscovery of the Christian concept of salvation. I 6:30pm I March & April 3-10 I Rev. Juston Smith Raising an Original- Parenting Tools to treat each child according to their unique God-given temperament. I 6:30pm I March 13- April 10 I Kristi McClellan Prayer II Pause- Even if you are a busy mom, you can stay connected to God through prayer and passages of scripture. Just 30 minutes of pause to ask the holy spirit to guide you. I 6:30pm I FLC Becky Greene Youth Gathering- Middle school eat and bible study on campus I 5:30pm High School eat and bible study at local restaurant I 6:00pm FUMC Kids Bible Story Games- Birth-5th graders meet in the Gym to play games, learn, and discuss a Bible story. I 6:30pm I Weekly I Gym I Kristi McClellan

9 Wednesday Small Groups P.O.P.S- Parent s of Preschoolers gather together for a time of fellowship. I TBA Kristi McClellan Backpack Ministry-This group packs bags of food to be distributed to our local school for children to be able to have food over the weekend. I Weekly I Barbara Myers Boys & Girls Club Tutoring- Work one on one with elementary students from the Boys and Girls Club. Spend time in relationships and improving reading and math skills. I 4:00pm I Contact David Poston or Patty Neinast to volunteer. Chancel Choir- 7:30pm I Weekly I Rev. Saxon Scarborough Friends on the Go: Asheboro Zoo I May 1 I Becky Greene We Gather Together- Small groups gathering for intercessory prayer using our circle of prayer. I TBA Weekly I Group leaders Thursday Small Groups Make It/ Take It- Taste and see that the Lord is good I This group meets once a month to prepare food and have fellowship. Make a dish for someone in need and take one home for dinner. I 12:30-2:00pm I Every 3rd Thursday I Susie Vale Friendship Connections- This meeting provides our Senior Adults an opportunity to eat and fellowship together, and enjoy an entertaining or informative program. 10:30am I Tommy & Martha Frederick Woman Overboard- Join us as we examine life s simple and poignant moments with humor, fleetness, and guts. She offers a lifeline for anyone whom life has thrown overboard. I February 21-March 28 2:00pm I Becky Greene Embrace (Book Of John- by Adam Hamilton)-This small goup of women discuss various books and Bible studies that empower each other through Christ s love. 7:00pm I Every other Thursday I Mary Massey Disciple III- Based on the prophets and letters of Paul. 6:30pm I Weekly I Rev. David Christy Friends on the Go- Louise Penny Presentation I March 7 I Becky Greene We Gather Together- Small groups gathering for intercessory prayer using our circle of prayer. I TBA Weekly I Group leaders Friday Small Groups Quiet Fridays in the Memory Garden- Gather for prayer, reflection, quiet, journaling, reading, or walking the labyrinth. I12:00pm I April 5-19 We Gather Together- Small groups gathering for intercessory prayer using our circle of prayer. I TBA Weekly I Group leaders

Special Events Childrens Leader Tina Springs, Director of Children s Discipleship from Assurance UMC of Huntersville. Youth Leader Rev. Monica Childers, Associate Pastor from St.

Bill Jeffries, Senior Associate Pastor from Providence UMC of Charlotte. Havaleh Havelka, Conference Training and Resource Specialist will be here with materials available.

This week of holy conferencing will recognize that the call to go and make disciples is not limited by age. Join us as a gifted slate of speakers and pastors (Rev. Mitzi Johnson, Dr.

10 Special Events Childrens Leader Tina Springs, Director of Children s Discipleship from Assurance UMC of Huntersville. Youth Leader Rev. Monica Childers, Associate Pastor from St. Luke s UMC of Hickory. Adult Leader Rev. Paul Christy, Senior Pastor from First UMC of Hickory. Leader for All Potential Leaders Rev. Dr. Bill Jeffries, Senior Associate Pastor from Providence UMC of Charlotte. Havaleh Havelka, Conference Training and Resource Specialist will be here with materials available. The Wise Shall The Wise Shall Shine How do we live a life of significance? How do we turn age into asset as we cultivate spiritual maturity in ourselves and others? This week of holy conferencing will recognize that the call to go and make disciples is not limited by age. Join us as a gifted slate of speakers and pastors (Rev. Mitzi Johnson, Dr. Mickey Efird, Rev. Houston Matthews, and Dr. Alan Clark) help us go deeper into discipleship. Schedule: February 5-February 10 Tuesday, Feb. 5-7:00am Breakfast & Speaker: Rev. J. Houston Matthews, III Wednesday, Feb. 6-12:00pm Lunch & Speaker: Mitzi Johnson 5:45pm Dinner & Speaker: Mitzi Johnson Thursday, Feb. 7-12:00pm Lunch & Speaker: Dr. Alan Clark at FUMC Bessemer City (Bus leaving Gastonia at 11:00am) Friday, Feb. 8-6:30pm Dinner & Speaker: Dr. Mickey Efird Saturday, Feb.9-8:30am Breakfast & Speaker: Dr. Mickey Efird Sunday, Feb.10-6:30pm Intergenerational, Wisdom Sharing Panel.

March 6 I 5:30pm Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the season of Lent.

repentance, moderation and spiritual discipline.

of the death and resurrection of Christ.

11 March 6 I 5:30pm Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the season of Lent. Lent is a time when many Christians prepare for Easter by observing a period of fasting, repentance, moderation and spiritual discipline. In the Christian tradition, Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of preparation for the understanding of the death and resurrection of Christ. The particular symbolism of an ash cross on the forehead is a sign of mortality and repentance; signifying purification and sorrow for sins. Last Wednesday Evening FellowshipApril 17 Easter Services April 21 Butterfly Breakfast April 21 I 10:00am

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News at First. A Note From David. Highlighted Events. Volume 48 Issue 1 January Financial Peace: January 9-February 6 6:15pm

News at First. A Note From David. Highlighted Events. Volume 48 Issue 1 January Financial Peace: January 9-February 6 6:15pm News at First Volume 48 Issue 1 January 2019 A Note From David Dear Fellow Ministers, Welcome to 2019! This year promises to be a BIG one for our church as new avenues for ministry are opened and we experience