[w]holy living invites everyone to explore what it means to offer our whole selves to God and allow God to transform us into God's holy image. As the guiding principle for our Adult Education and Formation program, the church will provide opportunities for adults to learn what it means to offer our minds, our hearts, our bodies, and our gifts to God.
Our Minds – Classes with this heading will include Bible studies, seasonal studies and studies surrounding United Methodist history.
Our Hearts – Classes with this heading will include studies of spiritual disciplines and worship. Also included are relational studies such as parenting classes, marriage enrichment classes, etc.
Our Bodies – Classes with this heading will include mission related studies as well as health and wellness classes, both classroom study and activity classes.
Our Gifts – Classes under this heading will include leadership studies, financial programs, stewardship of creation, and other skill-related classes, such as cooking or computer classes.
In both our small group offerings and Sunday School participation, we pray that you are able to learn and grow in Christ as we respond together to God's call to [w]holy living.
If you are interested in anything you see here or would like further information, please contact Rev. Kristin Heiden, Minister of Christian Formation (kheiden@fayettevillefirst.com, 770-461-4313, ext. 17)
Sunday School
All ages meet each Sunday morning from 9:45 – 10:45. Sunday School is a place where you can increase your knowledge of God's word, grow in your faith, and form deeper relationships with others in the church. Click Here for our Sunday School class descriptions and locations.
Small Groups
Coming Up in January:
Beginnings: A Study of Christian Faith with Mark Westmoreland
Have you ever found yourself asking, “Who is Jesus and why should I care?” Or maybe, “Can I trust God?” What about, “How does God speak to me?” Join Mark Westmoreland for this great study for new Christians as well as seasoned believers on the questions of the Christian Faith. The class will run 16 weeks, beginning Wednesday, January 4 and ending on March 28. Cost of materials is $10.
Spiritual Parenting: An Awakening for Today’s Families
It’s hard enough to train kids to behave, but good behavior isn’t what Jesus calls for in the Bible. God wants hearts and souls that are shaped in vibrant faith and love toward Himself and others. In Spiritual Parenting, Michelle Anthony calls us as parents to depend upon God for our children’s spiritual and moral development, urging us toward a heart posture of surrender and faithfulness. The end goal is a vibrant faith that is passed down from one generation to another. Join together with other parents in study and discussion on how we create environments that allow our children to experience God’s transforming presence in their lives. The class will meet for six weeks beginning Wednesday, January 11 at 6:15 p.m. Cost of materials is $15.
Praying in Color: Drawing a New Path to God
Maybe you love color. Maybe you hunger to know God better. Maybe you are a visual or kinesthetic learner, a distractible or impatient soul, or a word-weary pray-er. This new prayer form can take as little or as much time as you have or want to commit. Any time, anywhere. Drawing is half the prayer, the other half is transporting the visual memories or actual images with you to pray throughout the day. Join Joan Aycock as you discover a new avenue of prayer and spiritual journaling. Classes will meet for four weeks on Monday mornings at 10 a.m. beginning January 23. Cost of materials is $20.
Currently Meeting:
Disciple II: Into the Word, Into the World
The second study in the Disciple series encourages persons to open themselves to hearing what God has to say to them through the Bible and to be guided into service in the world by Scripture and their study of it. This thirty-two-week study selects specific portions of Scripture and delves deeper into them. Depth study of Scripture will be the work both of individual members and of the group in its weekly meeting. Equal attention is given to both the Old and New Testament with concentration on four books: Genesis, Exodus, Luke, and Acts (eight lessons on each book). Appropriate connections are made to other parts of Scripture both through reading and study assignments and through commentary in the study manual. Participants will read familiar passages, see them in fresh ways, and anticipate that God will speak through them. This class will meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:15 - 8:15 p.m. for 32 weeks beginning Wednesday, September 7. Cost for the materials is $40.
Jesus In the Gospels, A Disciple Study
Jesus In the Gospels invites believers to look at Jesus in each of the four Gospels and ask the question, "Who is the Jesus that you see?" This study will deepen discipleship through better understanding of the biblical texts and their message. Two questions frame this study: "Who is the Jesus you bring with you to this study?" and "Who is the Jesus you take with you from this study?" Jesus In the Gospels takes participants on a journey from one question to the other. While distinct in format and approach, this Bible study builds on the foundation and carries forward the philosophy and ideals that shaped DISCIPLE—high-commitment, long-term, disciplined study that fosters community and builds toward transformation. This class will meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:15 - 8:15 p.m. for 30 weeks beginning Wednesday, September 7. Len Gough will be facilitating. Cost for the materials is $50.
Contact Kristin Heiden with questions or to sign up for any of the opportunities listed above.
United Methodist Women (UMW Circles)
Our church's unit of the United Methodist Women is indeed "a community of women whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church." The United Methodist Women provide an outlet for women to channel their involvement in missions both at home and abroad. Through ten circles this a great community of women live out UMW's mission. Organized by age and interest, UMW circles meet regularly and undertake a wide variety of mission projects. Members also work together for annual fundraising efforts, which include a Craft Show in the fall to support local missions.
UMW Circles and Meeting Information
Bethany Circle -- 1st Thurs. at 9:30 in Room A-40. No meetings in June, July or August.
Ethel Taylor Circle --1st Tues. at 7:00 p.m. in Room C-140. No meetings in July or August.
Faith Circle -- 4th Thurs. at 10:00 a.m. in Room A10/20/30. No meeting in July.
Friendship Circle -- 2nd Mon. at 9:00 a.m. in room A-40. No meetings in June, July or December.
Hope Circle -- 2nd Thurs. at 10:00 a.m. in Room A-40. No meetings held in June, July or August.
Joy Circle -- 2nd Tues. at 6:00 p.m. in Room A-40. No meetings in June or July.
Marie Lamb Circle -- 1st Thurs. at 6:30 p.m. in Room A-40 No meetings in June, July or August.
Mary Martha Circle -- 4th Thurs. at 10:00 a.m. in Room A-40. No meetings in July, August or Dec.
Promise Circle -- 3rd Wed. at 9:30 a.m. in the old kitchen. No meetings in June, July or August.
Trinity Circle -- 2nd Monday in members homes. No meetings in June, July or August.
To find out more contact Sharron Singletary 770-461-1519 / sing1234@bellsouth.net or Cindy Hall 678-329-4184 / harvecin@charter.net
Fellowship Activities
From Wednesday Night Fellowship Dinners to family picnics to the Fall Festival to the Easter Egg Hunt, we offer various events throughout the year to bring families together for fellowship and fun. Here are some of our regular gathering opportunities:
Coffee and Donuts
Come congregate with friends and meet new people on Sunday mornings. Coffee, donuts, and drinks are available from 9:15 to 10:00 a.m. each Sunday. This event is organized by the Family Sunday School Class and all money raised pays for supplies and goes toward class mission projects.
Wednesday Night Fellowship Dinner
Wednesday Night Dinners are held in the Family Life Center Gym throughout the school year. All ages gather for dinner beginning at 5:15 p.m. and food is served until 6:30 p.m. or until all people that have made reservations have arrived. Our current menu is printed in the Connections, in the Sunday Bulletin and can be found by clicking here.
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