SUNDAYS
Crowded Tables with Dr. Jay Cooper and Blair Bingham
5:30-7:00 PM | September 13-December 13
Music heals. Music inspires. Music is God’s universal language. This new study pairs biblical texts with secular songs from the folk, bluegrass, country, and rock genres, most of which will be performed live by our own church members. Dr. Cooper will lead the biblical discussions around themes from selected songs. This new expression is designed to create community around crowded tables while finding grace in often unexpected places. This new faith expression begins Sunday, September 13, but could carry over into the Spring.
MONDAYS
Disciple 2 with Rev. Cole Moore, Lydia and Baker Allen
6:00-7:30 PM | September 14 | 32 Weeks | Study Book: $36
We will continue the Disciple journey as we explore Genesis, Exodus, Acts, and Luke. We will have a short time of fellowship after worship on Sunday, August 30, from 11:15 AM to noon.
TUESDAYS
Women’s Fellowship Breakfast and Bible Study
7:00-7:45 AM | Ongoing | Wesley Hall 205
Come together to study the weekly Lectionary passages over a cup of coffee and a biscuit. There are rotating lay teachers leading scripture-centered conversation. It’s a great way to start your day.
Men’s Fellowship Breakfast and Bible Study
7:00-7:45 AM | Ongoing | Epworth Room
Come join this ongoing Bible study of the weekly Lectionary passages, with coffee and a biscuit. Dr. Jay Cooper, Rev. Cole Moore, and a rotation of lay teachers, Blair Bingham, Baker Allen, and Brad Norris, will get your day started right.
Holy Spirit Here and Now with Brad Norris
Noon | September 15-November 17 | Study Book: $10
Holy Spirit Here and Now by Trevor Hudson is a practical guide to recognizing and responding to the Holy Spirit's work in everyday life. Through Scripture, reflection, and real-life application, participants will learn to grow in faith and become more attentive to God's presence and guidance each day.
Define, Recognize, and Resist with Dr. Mary Hampton
5:30-6:30 PM | September 15-October 20 | Study Books: $23
The concept of evil receives much attention in scripture—it is a phenomenon that is difficult, yet essential, to understand. Evil seems to pervade the world. How exactly can we define, recognize, and resist evil? We will focus on the interpretations of evil given by three central historical figures in Christianity: Apostle Paul, John Wesley, and C.S. Lewis.
The History of First United Methodist Church with John Bell
6:00-7:30 PM | 3 Consecutive Evenings: October 25-27 | Duffey Chapel
First Lesson: FUMC – Court Street to Cloverdale: The First 100 Years. The history of the first century of our church is an amazing tale of struggle, determination, and resilience. As the first organized church in Montgomery, FUMC's history reflects the development of Montgomery and is a testament to the church's pioneers whose determination and faith in God’s guidance kept our church alive and growing in its formative years.
Second Lesson: FUMC -Trials, Tribulation, Jubilation: The Second 100 Years. The second century of our church’s existence revealed new opportunities, profound challenges, division, reconciliation, and growth. During this period, FUMC became a flagship church continuing the mission God has put before it.
Third Lesson: Architect George Awsumb and Tour/Symbols/Stories of the Sanctuary. How did a church building resembling a Gothic cathedral come to be in Cloverdale Park? The story of architect George Awsumb and his vision for our campus is a tale that only God could envision and make reality. In the third session, the story of Awsumb will conclude with a tour of the amazing sanctuary and the sharing of stories, symbols, and challenges.
WEDNESDAYS
Wesley Prayer Challenge with Rev. Marisa Mayes
11:00 AM-Noon | September 9-November 19 | Study Book: $13
Join Rev. Marisa Mayes for a study around John Wesley’s Covenant Prayer. This study will help us to center ourselves around the prayer that built the Methodist movement.
Midweek Chapel Service: Psalms for Life with Rev. Marisa Mayes and Rev. Cole Moore
5:30-6:00 PM | Beginning August 12 | Duffey Chapel
Rev. Marisa Mayes and Rev. Cole Moore will preach a series on the Psalms each week in chapel. This is an ideal way to connect with our newest Associate Ministers and to share the sacrament of Holy Communion each week.
Mom’s Connect led by April Sullivan
6:00-7:00 PM | Beginning September 9 | Study Book: $10
We will study Jennifer Pepito’s book, Habits of a Sacred Home. Tackle the hard questions together that come up when raising children and act as a community of love and support for one another.
Symbols Matter with Dr. Jason Borders
6:10-7:00 PM | September 2-October 28
The writer of Hebrews reminds us, "we are surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses," as we journey through faith and life. We call that cloud of witnesses the saints. Our saints have left us surrounded by another cloud of witnesses, which pass down the stories of faith. Dr. Jason Borders will lead this study, spotlighting the importance of Christian symbology and architecture throughout history and within our own campus.