First United Methodist Church
Blanchard, OK
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Discovery eGroups
Leader: Greg Ray
E-mailVisit one of our Discovery eGroups below...
Encouragement Group (eGroup)
Focus Statement
Building Disciples that learn, move, grow, and mature in a community of small groups (E Groups) that model encouragement, support and direction through intentional faith development.
Spring/Summer 2013
Foundations (Meets in the CLC, Sun, 9:50 am)
This is a small group that is strengthening its scriptural knowledge through Christian study and fellowship in an open and easy-going environment. The class studies topics ranging from the history of the early church to current day Biblical application. The group is represented by all levels of scriptural knowledge. Join us as we build our house upon the Rock. Mission Focus: TBD
No Man Left Behind (Meets in CLC, Sun, 9:50 am)
Spiritual reformation of society starts with the Spiritual Reformation of Men! Come prepared to be challenged, stimulated and convicted! The goal of this small group is to create an environment that God can use to create disciples: Men called to WALK with, LIVE like and WORK for Christ. This class is intended for adult men of all ages at any point of on their spiritual continuum. MISSION FOCUS: TBD
P.R.A.I.S.E. (Meets in the CLC, Sun, 9:50 am)
People Raising Awareness and Insight Seeking Eternity is our class name. Our small group has interactive discussions on a variety of topics about improving our lives as Christians. Members in this small group range in age from the 20’s to the 40’s. We cover a variety of topics including marriage, children, family and contemporary Bible studies. The question we continually ask is, “How do we follow the path of Christ?” We agree to disagree on issues and all opinions are allowed.
MISSION FOCUS: Nursing Home and UPWARD Sport's Ministry
Seekers (Meets in the CLC, Sun, 9:50 am)
This small group includes individuals and couples ranging from their 30's to 70's. Our weekly study consists of bible study, topics of special interest, faith based books and videos. We welcome anyone and everyone. Although themes and concepts are sometimes advanced, we try to break it down for all to understand and apply to their daily lives.
MISSION FOCUS: Assist Blanchard Elementary School teachers
Shepherds (meets in the Main Building, Sun, 9:50 am)
Shepherds is a small group that does an Illustrated History of the Bible Study. The study encompasses both the Old and New Testament. This small group consists of members ranging in ages from their 50’s to their 80’s.
MISSION FOCUS: TBD
Wed Night Adult Bible Study (Meets in the Main Building, Wed, 7:00 pm)
This lively Bible study group picks different books of the Bible to investigate extensively. If you like to discuss the original Greek or Hebrew meaning, this is the small group for you.
Coming Fall 2013!
Beginnings (Meets in the CLC, Sun, 9:15 to 10:45 am)
Beginnings is a small group spiritual journey for seekers, new believers and long time Christians who want to explore the basics of Christianity in a relaxed, nurturing atmosphere. Participants can bring questions, gain knowledge and deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ. Email Greg at greg@blanchardfumc.org with questions or if you are interested in signing up.
(Sessions start Sun, Aug 25th)
Disciple II (Meets in the CLC, Sun, 4:00 to 5:30 pm and Wed, 6:00 to 7:30 pm)
Disciple II: INTO THE WORD INTO THE WORLD encourages persons to open themselves to hearing what God has to say to them through the Bible and to be guided into service in the world by Scripture and their study of it. This thirty-two-week study selects specific portions of Scripture and delves deeper into them. Depth study of Scripture will be the work both of individual members and of the group in its weekly meeting. Equal attention is given to both the Old and New Testament with concentration on four books: Genesis, Exodus, Luke, and Acts (eight lessons on each book). Appropriate connections are made to other parts of Scripture both through reading and study assignments and through commentary in the study manual. Participants will read familiar passages, see them in fresh ways, and anticipate that God will speak through them.
(Two options: Sessions begin on Sun, Aug 19th & Wed, Aug 22nd)
Coming Winter 2014!
Financial Peace Course (Meets in the CLC, Sun, 4:00 pm)
Financial Peace University is consists of a 13-week video curriculum that incorporates small-group discussions to encourage accountability and discipleship. Financial Peace University is highly entertaining for everyone, with a unique combination of humor, informative financial advice and biblical messages. Linda Ray will be leading this short-term group.
(Sessions start TBD)
Acts 2: 42
They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.
James 2: 17
In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.
