• Pastor’s Study Group
  This ongoing group meets to share joys and concerns, read and reflect on our faith, and grow in grace together. 

*This is a popular book which we will read and discuss in light of our Wesleyan theological process and perspective.

When: Wednesdays, 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Starting January 21st
A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle *
Leader: Rev. Dennis Wilkinson
Fee: book

• What It Means to be United Methodist
  3-week story for persons who are new to the United Methodist Church or those who need a refresher course. Learn about basics of the United Methodist Church - history, theology, structure and social principles.

When: Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
February 4th, 11th & 18th
Leader: Rev. Susan Bryan
Fee: none

• NEW! The Way of Forgiveness
  8-week study that encourages persons to live a forgiven and forgiving life in response to Christ’s call. This Companions in Christ study will help participant’s grow in the heart of mind of Christ through prayer, journaling, sharing and attention to Scripture.

• 10:17 Men’s Bible Study
  Join other men for this ongoing Bible study group. Based on Romans 10:17  “So faith comes by what is heard, and what is heard comes through the word of Christ.” This group is working in the New Testament Letters currently.

When: Sundays, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Leader: Scott Wilson
Fee: book, approximately $12

• Hungry for the Word
  A small group of people who are reading the Bible, including the Apocrypha, from beginning to end in 3 years. The group is now in the second year and working on the prophets. This January, the group will be looking at Jeremiah and moving into Lamentations in February. Join us anytime for fellowship and great discussion.

When: Sundays, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Leader: Terry Settle
Fee: optional book
Bring your Bible

• Monday Morning Men's Bible Study
  Sponsored by United Methodist Men, this ongoing men’s group meets weekly for a light breakfast, Bible study and fellowship.

When: Mondays, 6:00 – 7:00 am
Leader: group members
Fee: book, approximately $12 

• Women’s Reading Group
  This group gathers weekly in the Library for prayer, fellowship and discussion on the readings together. Participants are welcome to bring their own lunch/drink.

When: Thursdays, 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Starting January 15th
A Mile in Her Shoes: Lessons From the Lives of Old Testament Women
Leader: Rev. Susan Bryan
Fee: $8, Please pick up book and read Chapter 1 before first class

• The Story of Christianity
  This small group meets in the library to study about the history and doctrines of the Christian Faith. The group is open to new members joining at any time.

When: Sundays, 2:30 - 4:00 pm
   every other week
Resuming January 11th
Leader: Jeanne Crandall
Fee: optional book

• Divorce Recovery
  A 7 week workshop/support group for persons experiencing the pain of divorce - to understand divorce process, plan for recovery and future decisions, and find support from others.  

When: Sundays, 5:00 - 6:30 pm
Starts February 15th
Leaders: Jeff & Pam Martin Varnell
Fee: $15
Note: not meeting March 15th

• Grief and Healing
  A 7 week workshop/support group for persons who have experienced the painful death of a loved one - to work through the grief process, grow through the loss, and find support from others. 

When: Sundays, 5:00 - 6:30 pm
Starts February 15th
Leaders: Rev. Joan Humphries
Fee: $15
Note: not meeting March 15th

• NEW! Knitting: Sticks and String: Beginning Knitting
  A beginning 6-week knitting class with a short Bible study built-in. It demonstrates that much of what we do is really a do-over and that every mistake is actually an opportunity to learn. We will learn to do the only two stitches that matter in knitting: the knit and the purl. As we learn together, we will look at fiber work in the Bible and the possibilities of creativity and hopefully form new friendships.

When: Sundays, 2:00 – 3:30 pm
Starting February 1st
Leader: Pam Dickinson-Noris
Fee: bring one set of knitting
needles in a size 7 or 8 (not double points( and one skein of worsted weight yarn in a very light color.
Minimum age - 18

• Financial Peace University
  Dave Ramsey’s life-changing program to help you and your family get out of debt, stay out of debt and save money.

Previews for more information: Sundays, January 11th, 18th & 25th in Wesley Hall at 9:30-10:45 am.

• In the Prayer Garden: Mornings Apart
  Are you tired? Worn out? Do you need a morning just to be still and know that God is God? Group will gather together in the Biggerstaff Prayer Garden for community prayer, silence and solitude for rest and renewal.

In case of inclement weather, we will meet inside.

When:
Saturday, February 28th
9:30 – 11:30 am

Saturday, May 2nd
9:30 – 11:30 am
Leader: Rev. Susan Bryan
Fee: none
Bring your journal or paper/pen

• Yoga
  Uniting mind, body, and soul, yoga is an effective way to relieve stress and to build strength, stamina, and balance. Suitable for beginners or those with yoga experience. An easy to moderate physical workout that incorporates Christian worship, prayer, and quiet time. Yoga mats and props will be available for purchase or you may bring your own. Signed waver form required.

• Introduction to Spanish
  Come have fun and learn Spanish! This 8-week class is for beginners and will use the entertaining and acclaimed Spanish for Dummies, Bienvenidos a todos.

When: Tuesdays, 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Starting January 13th
Leader: Holly Whiting, Coppell High School AP Spanish Teacher
Fee: $16

• P.E.A.R.L.S. (Personal Enrichment and Relations Ladies Study)
  A bi-monthly mom-to-mom group focusing on spreading God's grace through the art of hospitality to family, friends and the community.

When: ongoing, 2nd & 4th Thursdays 9:30 - 11:00 am
Leader: Lindy Kinnan
Fee: book 

• Women’s Retreat
  Join other women for fun and fellowship, and to relax, rest and renew in a beautiful setting overlooking Lake Texoma. We will begin with dinner Friday and end after worship Sunday morning.

When: March 6th-8th
Prothro Center, Texoma
Contact: Rev. Susan Bryan
or Ellen Diers
Fee: $145 (double occupancy)
Deadline to register February 1st