MONDAYS
God Owns It All with Lydia Allen and Richard Austin
6:00-7:00 PM | Beginning September 8 | 6 Weeks | FH 104
Acts tells that the early church held all things in common. Under the leadership of two members of our FUMC Finance Committee, Lydia Allen and Richard Austin, we will learn how to structure personal finances as stewards of God’s resources. The study will follow the workbook God Owns It All by Ron Blue.
TUESDAYS
Women’s Fellowship Breakfast and Bible Study with Dr. Kitsy Dixon
7:00-7:45 AM | Beginning September 9 | Ongoing | Youth Lounge
Join together in this new group to study the week’s Lectionary passages over a cup of coffee and a biscuit. It is sure to get your day off to a great start!
Men’s Fellowship Breakfast and Bible Study organized by Blair Bingham
7:00-7:45 AM | Ongoing | Epworth Room
Join together to study the week’s Lectionary passages over a cup of coffee and a biscuit. A clergy and lay teacher rotation of Dr. Jay Cooper, Rev. Lucas Tribble, Blair Bingham, Brad Norris, and Baker Allen leads scripture-centered conversations that get your day started right!
Romans with Brad Norris
12:00-1:00 PM | Beginning September 9 | 6 Weeks | WH 207
We often read letters from Paul in church, and Paul’s Letter to the Romans is arguably the most impactful. In this study, where we will use Immersion Bible Studies by Dr. Lynn Cohick, we will study Romans as we see the words come to life and how they can impact us daily.
The Relationship of the Earthly State to God’s Higher Authority with Dr. Mary Hampton
5:30-6:30 PM | Beginning September 2 | 5 Weeks | FH 104
Matthew 22:21 says, “Then he said to them, ‘Therefore render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God.’” This significant scripture verse anchors discussions about the evolution of church-state relations and the role of religion in politics. The relevance for the American and European experiences will be highlighted as these rich conversations take shape. Optional Reference Books: American Grace: How Religion Divides and Unites Us Robert D. Putnam & A Thorn in Transatlantic Relations, by Dr. Mary Hampton.
New Member Class with Rev. Lucas Tribble
5:30-6:30 PM | Beginning October 21 | 3 Weeks | FH 104
If you are new to the church (or if you would like a refresher!), this class is a helpful introduction to learning about FUMC, history, polity, theology, and how to live out the membership vows that you made!
WEDNESDAYS
Falling Upward by Fr. Richard Rohr with Leslie Bingham
12:00-1:00 PM | Beginning September 3 | 14 Weeks | WH 207
In Falling Upward, world renowned theologian Fr. Richard Rohr seeks to help readers understand the tasks of the two halves of life and to show them that those who have fallen, failed, or “gone down” are the only ones who understand. In this study, we will explore why the second half of life can and should be full of spiritual richness, learn a new view of how spiritual growth happens, and learn the fresh and counterintuitive idea that we can grow spiritually when we fall short.
State of the Church
5:30-7:00 PM | August 20 & 27 | Children's activities will be available starting at 5:15 PM on these two evenings.
In these two sessions, we will look in depth at several aspects of where we are as a church: Membership, Growth, Missions, Finances, and more. We will look at where we are as we celebrate where we are going.
More Oldies but Goodies with Dr. Jason Borders
6:10-7:00 PM | Beginning September 3 | 10 Weeks | WH Epworth Room
Have you read the Old Testament? Do you love the Old Testament? Have you decided you don’t like the Old Testament? Regardless of your answers to these questions, this class is for you! Journey through these foundational scriptures as we seek to interpret them together. Whether you have been in an Old Testament class with Dr. Borders or not, this study will be new topics that are accessible to all levels of backgrounds.
Mom’s Connect led by April Sullivan
6:00-7:00 PM | Beginning September 3 | Ongoing | CB 101
Study scripture, tackle the hard questions together that come up when raising children, and act as a community of love and support for one another.
THURSDAYS
Go to Know with Dr. Jay Cooper
Times will vary | Beginning September 4 | 6 Weeks | Off-Campus Locations
Several years ago, Alabama State University President, Quinton Ross, inspired members of our church and church staff by teaching us that to be the best neighbors we can be, we need to “go to know.” In this study, we will do just that by reading scripture, having conversations, visiting community mission partners, and touring important community museums and locations. Through this fresh expression of discipleship, we will grow as we seek to heed Jesus’ words by loving the Lord with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength and by loving our neighbors as ourselves.