FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH

SUNDAY CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CLASSES

• Nursery care is provided for infants and toddlers in our nursery during all worship services.
• 9:30 a.m. Age-level classes for children ages two years through Sr. High.

YOUTH GROUPS

Interested participants are welcomed at any meeting.

• RAD: (Radically Active Disciples) Fourth, fifth & sixth graders meet twice a month on Sundays from 5-6:30 p.m.
• JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH FELLOWSHIP: Seventh & eighth graders meet Sundays from 5-6:30 p.m.
• SENIOR HIGH YOUTH FELLOWSHIP: Ninth through twelfth graders meet Sundays from 5-6:30 p.m.
• CONFIRMATION CLASS: For seventh and eighth graders, this two-year program leads to a decision to become a church member. The class meets monthly; time and days vary.

• ANGEL CHOIR: For age two through kindergarten. They meet on Sundays during the 9:30 church school time. Laura Vineyard, Angel Choir Director
• JUNIOR CHOIR: For first through sixth graders, this group meets on Wednesdays from 4-5:00 p.m.
• FARSIDE BAND: A praise band made up of Jr. and Sr. High youth.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES

• Youth are also involved in District and Conference youth retreats, summer camps, family gatherings, recreational opportunities, and an annual summer mission trip.

PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS

SUNDAY CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CLASSES

Interested participants are welcomed at any meeting.

• PROBERS: Class focus is on a variety of topics, including book reviews and video series. Each winter the class studies "Great Decisions." They meet in the Meditation/Reading Room at 9:30 a.m.
• DROP IN AND DISCOVER: The name says it all: drop in and discover something new about your faith journey. The class covers topics about spiritual growth from a variety of faith traditions and emphasizes the question of how to live a life consistent with your beliefs. The class meets in the Conference Room at 9:45 a.m.

Interested participants are welcomed at any meeting.

• TUESDAY EVENING CLASSES: A variety of Bible studies, spiritual formation, and topical classes are offered throughout the year. The classes are taught by the pastors or members of the congregation. Call for current schedules.
• BECKY'S BIBLE STUDY: Traditional Bible study that meets Fridays at 9:30 a.m. in the Conference Room.
• THURSDAY MORNING CLASS: A discussion class led by Pastor Peg on a variety of topics chosen by the group. Meets in the Conference Room at 10:30 a.m.
• COFFEE GROUP: An informal, discussion group that meets Fridays at 7:30 a.m. Leadership and sharing of topics rotate among group members. New faces are always welcomed.

ADULT MUSIC GROUPS

• CHANCEL CHOIR: This choir rehearses on Wednesdays from 7-8:30 p.m. (Childcare is provided.) They alternate singing at the 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship services during the school year.
  Interested participants are welcomed at any rehearsal.
• LAKE CARILLON & VESPER BELLS: Our two handbell choirs each play once a month at the 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship services.
• FLIPSIDE PRAISE BAND: This dedicated group of musicians provides the music for the 8:30 a.m. informal worship service, Sunday Morning Alive! They have a CD available, "Our Maker's Dozen."
• ENSEMBLES AND SOLOISTS: A number of vocalists and instrumentalists provide special music for worship services.

INTEREST/FELLOWSHIP GROUPS

Interested participants are welcomed at any meeting.

• CLASSES & SEMINARS: A variety of book reviews, movie discussions, conversations about social issues, and other events are offered throughout the year.
• CRAFT GROUP: Creative people interested in creating crafts for our seasonal bazaars meet Wednesdays from 9:30 to noon.
• PAINTING GROUP: Oil and watercolor painters meet Thursday afternoons at a member's home. For information contact the Church office.
• LUNCH BUNCH: An informal prepared luncheon on the 2nd Thursday of the month at noon. The cost is $3.00 and open to anyone.
• "WHO'S WHO" ADULT POTLUCK GROUP: Groups of 7-9 people meet at each other's homes once a month from January-April for good food and lively conversation.
• UNITED METHODIST WOMEN: Women meet monthly for study, service, and fellowship. They actively support local and global ministries. Contact the Church office for details.
• CIRCLE OF HEARTS: A women's group that meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month at 7:00 p.m. They support one another and have topical classes and discussions.
• MEN'S GROUP:All men are invited to join in the discussions centered around a variety of books. Each Sunday night at 7:00 p.m.

OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE

AT CHURCH

• Serve coffee during our fellowship time
• Usher during worship services
• Provide flower arrangements for the altar
• Help maintain the church grounds and buildings
• Serve on a program or administrative committee
• Help in the kitchen
• Volunteer in the church office
• Teach Church School
• Work with the youth groups
• Work with Transitional Appartment

IN THE COMMUNITY

• Donate food/clothing to FISH emergency services
• Serve at the Sunnyside UMC "Hardtimes Supper"
• Provide a meal for homeless street youth
• Volunteer at our local transitional apartment
• Help build a Habitat for Humanity House
• Work with "Our Church In Action" Committee
• Volunteer with seasonal projects