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At Fordyce First United Methodist Church, we grow in faith, love, and in our knowledge of God in groups and classes as well as in our personal prayer and devotion. Sunday school classes and small groups give us a place to learn, grow, and serve with Christian friends. All of our small groups welcome new people. We hope you will visit several until you find the one that meets your needs for spiritual growth and service. We invite you to join us in our journey in faith.

Sunday school classes and other small groups are the perfect way to connect to God and grow as a disciple. At Fordyce First UMC, we offer classes and small groups for all ages.

CONNECTING CHILDREN Every child is God’s child. Our nursery, Sunday school classes, and Vacation Bible School nurture children and help them to learn how much God loves them.

NURSERY (Birth-Pre-K) Nursery Worker: Volunteers	2-3 YEAR OLDS Teacher: Sandy McClendon	K-2ND GRADE Teacher: Linda Holmes	3RD-5TH GRADE Teachers: Gail Musgrove & Eleanor Watkins

CONNECTING YOUTH These classes and groups offer youth a place to belong, to grow deeper and closer to God, to serve others, and to have fun!!!

YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL Teacher: Chelsey Colburn	UNITED METHODIST YOUTH FELLOWSHIP (UMYF) Sunday evening at 5:30 p.m. Snack supper, followed by games & groups. Youth Counselors: Sarah Jane & Joel Harper

CONNECTING ADULTS Becoming a true disciple of Jesus takes a lifetime. These groups challenge adults to grow spiritually, learn intellectually, and serve faithfully in the world.

GINTHER CLASS Teacher: Roy Johnson Room: Parlor Named for a former pastor, this class is made up of mostly grandparents – singles and couples aged 60 to 85. They enjoy the International Bible Studies series, and have completed Luke, Genesis, and Matthew recently.	GLEANERS CLASS Teacher: by rotation Room: Gleaners Room (Education Building, 2nd floor, by Church Office) This lively group of (mostly) mothers and grandmothers love to serve wherever needed. They enjoy learning through the Adult Bible Study curriculum. Currently, the age of class members ranges from 30 to 94.	KOINONIA CLASS Teacher: Roger McClendon Room: Conference Room (Education, 2nd Floor) Koinonia is a Greek word meaning “fellowship” or “sharing.” One of our newest classes, this diverse group includes singles, couples with adult children and children at home. They enjoy fellowship and learning through the Adult Bible Study series.
TRANSITIONS CLASS Facilitator: Sherry Whitley Room: Hope Hall The newest of our classes, this diverse, discussion-oriented group welcomes anyone going through major changes in life. They love to serve and give to missions in the church and beyond. Currently, they are discussing John Ortberg's, .	UNITED METHODIST MEN'S CLASS Teacher: Tom Wynne Room: Kate Shirron Chapel (Education Building, 1st Floor) In its heyday, this group of men was the largest Sunday school class in Arkansas Methodism. In addition to learning and growing as Christians and United Methodists through Adult Bible Studies, these men love good jokes, great fellowship, and bold singing. Ranging from 36 to 93 years of age, they serve and give to support church missions.

OTHER CONNECTIONS

UNITED METHODIST MEN: The men meet on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 a.m. for breakfast, fellowship, and an occasional program.	UNITED METHODIST WOMEN: Mission is the purpose of the UMW. The women of our church always have a mission project going on in addition to their monthly circle meetings. Check the weekly bulletin and monthly newsletter for more information.	LIGHTHOUSE BEACONS: This lively group of retirees meets in the Lighthouse on the third Tuesday of each month at 11:00 a.m. for lunch, fellowship, and fun programs.

SHORT-TERM STUDIES Bro. Hammett offers short-term studies periodically. Watch the bulletin and newsletter to sign up for these and other short-term studies. United Methodism 101: a six-week introductory or refresher course in Methodist beliefs, history, and our way of life. Serving from the Heart: Discover how you can use your God-given spiritual gifts, talents, resources, identity, dreams, and experiences to help others and make a difference for God’s kingdom in this 4 to 8-week course.

DISCIPLE: Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study The Disciple series includes four long-term (32 to 34-week) in-depth Bible studies. Disciple: Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study is a prerequisite for the later studies. Pre-register in the late spring for classes beginning in the fall. Additionally, there are short-term Disciple studies, which may be offered occasionally. Watch the bulletin and newsletter to sign-up.

USE YOUR GIFTS & PURSUE YOUR INTERESTS We also offer a variety of groups based on gifts and interests. These include everything from music ministries to exercise groups. Contact the church office at (870) 352-3767 or Bro. Hammett for more information.

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