Learning Communities

Want to learn something new or dig deeper into a topic? We are pleased to offer short-term classes and seminars on a variety of subjects throughout the year. Topics may include spiritual formation, Bible study, theology, personal growth, parenting, marriage enrichment, and others as they arise.

These groups, formed by common interest, offer opportunities to meet new people in the church and community and often span generations, thus adding to the richness of the experience.

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Becoming Disciples - Revelation • Jan 6 - April 7, 2025

    When & Where: Mon • Jan 6 - April 7, 2025  • 11:30am-1pm  • BFLC 2A
    Led by: Rev. Sarah Marsalis-Luginbill
    Childcare: No
Have you wanted to study the Bible but _____ (fill in the blank!) Bring your lunch and dive into Revelation with us! Become part of a community that will meet for small group discussion over your daily reading and study.
We will not meet Jan 20, Feb 17, or Mar 17
$20 per person
    REGISTER ONLINE Registration due at least one week prior to class start.

Women's Book Study: Unshakable Hope • Jan 14 - Apr 8

    When & Where: Tue • Jan 14 - Apr 8  • 11 - 12:30  • Ogden Fellowship Hall
    Led by: Marsha Mayo & Susan Greene
    Childcare:
Take a closer look at 12 of scripture’s unbreakable promises and the hope they offer in Max Lucado's Unshakable Hope, Building Our Lives on the Promises of God. Weekly discussions will enhance your reading and understanding.

Please purchase the book and read chapters 1 and 2 prior to the first gathering.

    REGISTER ONLINE Registration due at least one week prior to class start.

Gospel Book Study with Pastor Allison • Jan 26, Feb 23, March 30, April 27

    When & Where: Sun • Jan 26, Feb 23, March 30, April 27  • 9:45 - 10:45  • Room 212
    Led by: Rev. Allison Jean
    Childcare: Yes. Nursery (0-23 mos.) & Sunday school (2 yrs - kinder at 8:45, 2 yrs - 12th grade at 9:45, 2 yrs - 1st grade at 11)
Read through the Gospels, Book-club style! Led by Pastor Allison Jean, come ready to discuss highlights, questions, and how you connect with God through your reading. All faith experience levels welcome.

Discussion schedule:
January 26 - Matthew
February 23 - Mark
March 30 - Luke
April 27 - John
    REGISTER ONLINE Registration due at least one week prior to class start.

Retreat: Using the Enneagram for Spiritual Transformation • Feb 7-9

    When & Where: Sun, Fri, Sat • Feb 7-9  • 7pm Fri - 11:30am Sun  • Prothro Center on Lake Texoma
    Led by: Stacey Ruff, LPC
    Childcare: No
Are you ready to deepen your understanding of who you are and whose you are? Join us for a weekend retreat and take a deep dive into your Enneagram number. This interactive weekend will push and guide you to observe the ways your ego/personality limits you. You will be given tools to help counteract the strong, mostly unconscious impulses that drive your thoughts, feelings, and actions. The following topics will be covered: motivations, personality patterns and how to address them, childhood patterns, defense mechanisms, instincts and subtypes, using your arrows for growth, and passion/virtue and mental fixation/Holy Idea.

Participants must know their Enneagram number.
Cost: $225 each for dual occupancy, $275 each for single occupancy (limited availability)
Includes: lodging, linens, four meals (Sat breakfast, lunch, dinner; Sun breakfast), and snacks
    REGISTER ONLINE Registration due at least one week prior to class start.

Pastor's Study: Knowing Who We Are • Feb 16 - Mar 2

    When & Where: Sun • Feb 16 - Mar 2  • 3-4 pm  • Room 211
    Led by: Rev. Scott Luginbill
    Childcare: No
Discover what sets United Methodists apart with a three-week study of Knowing Who We Are by Laceye C. Warner. Explore Wesleyan Christianity to deepen your understanding of Methodist identity, values, and beliefs. Using Warner's book as a guide, we'll discuss the distinctive traits of our Wesleyan heritage, including God's grace for all. Purchase the book from your favorite retailer and read Chapter 1 before our first class on February 13. While reading is encouraged, all are welcome to join and learn from the discussions!
    REGISTER ONLINE Registration due at least one week prior to class start.

Group Life Small Groups: Wrestling with Doubt • Various Starting week of March 9

    When & Where: Sun • Various Starting week of March 9  • Choose during registration  • On campus & Zoom
    Led by: Peer-facilitated
    Childcare: No
New Group Life Small Groups are forming for Lent! These peer-facilitated groups will explore our church-wide study and worship series, Wrestling with Doubt, using Adam Hamilton’s book. Choose the time that fits your schedule and dive into meaningful conversations with others on the journey of faith. Prefer a Sunday School class? Many of our classes will also be participating in this study—consider joining one instead!

Group Life is about growing in faith through community and connection.

Have questions or need help finding the right group? Contact Rev. Scott Luginbill at scott@fumcr.com
    REGISTER ONLINE Registration due at least one week prior to class start.

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