small groups at FIrst UMC

Growing in faith never ends. Find a class or study to be part of.

Look below for a list of classes offered for First Quarter, 2026.

    1st qtr 2026 Small groups


    • The Big picture

      Mondays, 6-7 p.m. & Thursdays, 2-3 p.m., Parlor, beginning Jan. 12 & 15:

      The story of Joseph in Genesis teaches us to look for the big picture in our lives. It shows us how God weaves together events that seem random into a beautiful image of joy, survival, purpose, and meaning. In The Big Picture: Seeing God’s Dream for Your Life, authors Jevon and Nicole Caldwell-Gross take a closer look at the life of Joseph to discover God’s presence in moments of triumph and trauma. A five-week study with classes through February 9th (the week before Ash Wednesday).  Rev. David Larkin facilitating

    • grief share

      Tuesdays, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m., in the Parlor

      A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Through this 13-week group, you’ll discover what to expect in the days ahead and what’s “normal” in grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way. Facilitated by Nancy Rooks and Rev. David Larkin

    • women's bible study, god of covenant

      Thursdays, 10 - 11:30 a.m., North Admin Conf. Room

      Beginning at the Beginning:  "God of Covenant: A Study of Genesis 12-50", based on Jen Wilkin, a mom, author, speaker, teacher, and advocate for women to love God with their minds through the faithful study of His Word, study guide and materials.  This 11-week study will be facilitated and led by Kathryn Jones & Dolores McCullough; and seconded by Rexanne McCauley & B.J. Hardman.  Together we will journey through Genesis 1-11.