First United Methodist Church
"Celebrating Life Together in Jesus Christ"

 

602 South Market Street, Muncy, Pennsylvania  17756   --   (570) 546-8030

muncyumc@windstream.net

Small Groups 

   

 

Companions in Christ series, offered by Pastor Gardy on Wednesday evenings, resumes October 8, 7 p.m. with "The Heart Of Christ: Deepening Our Prayer". New members are welcome. Register with the church office by Sept. 8. Companions in Christ opens minds and hearts to God in new and transforming ways, leading participants through classic spiritual practices in ways that help them understand those disciplines with greater depth. Participants have daily readings and exercises throughout the week and then meet on Wednesdays for one and a half hour sessions.

 

Alpha - Learn the basics on Christianity in an informal setting by being a part of the next Alpha group. An introductory dinner will be held Sunday, Sept. 14, 5 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Dinner will be followed by a video presentation and then those attending may make a decision on whether or not they wish to register for the course. This 10-week course is held Sunday evenings beginning with a dinner at 5 p.m. followed by a teaching video and small group discussion. Child care provided upon request. Contact the church by Sept. 10 to reserve for the Introductory Dinner and learn more about Alpha. Skeptics welcome!

 

Men's Study "Joshua - Be Strong & Courageous" final monthly session with picnic supper at 6:30 and session at 7 p.m. at Hammonds': September 8. RSVP to church office (546-8030) by Sept. 2.

 

Study on Israel and Palestine Do you listen to the news and wish you had a better understanding of issues in the Middle East? Do you wish you knew more about the “West Bank” and “Gaza” and the history of this land that is continually the focus of world attention?

Although we will only scratch the surface of the complexities in this region, the overall goal is to help us wrestle with the dilemmas, realities, injustices, fears, dreams, and visions of two peoples of the three faiths who call the land where Jesus walked home.

 

Hope & Help for the Single Mom - "21 Principles of a Healthy Single Mom" is a DVD-led Bible study series by Lori Little, who offers help and insight from her own experiences, as well as powerful teachings from people who have been single moms or were raised by single moms - including Kay Arthur, Dr. Charles Stanley, Stormie Omartian and many more. There are four 6-week sessions which will be offered Mondays, 7-8 p.m. Session 1 will be Sept. 8-Oct. 13. Group facilitator will be Ann Stine. There is no charge for the course. Nursery care and children's activities provided upon request. Pre-registration required. Contact the church office (546-8030 or muncyumc@windstream.net) to register. Visit www.hope4singlemoms.com for more details on the course.

 

Parables Of Jesus Study resumes September 16, 10 a.m. in Fellowship Hall, led by Sally Gardy.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sunday Morning Small Group Bible Studies, 9:30 a.m.

Disciples of Jesus - Bible Life & Times Class, Room 200, led by Sally Gardy

Chronicles, Daniel, Nehemiah, Ezra, Haggai - Wesleyan Class, Room 201, led by Bruce Smay, Linda Holsinger, Gary Edwards

Seasons of the Spirit - Discussion focuses on the scriptures used during morning worship, led by Holly Shaffer in Fellowship Hall

"Finding Direction in a Mixed Up World - I Thessalonians." This young adult group meets in the church lounge.