Interim Student Ministry Director Sophia Kee-Rees Interim Student Ministry Director mailto:sophia@fumcgt.org Next Item Previous Item

GIVE TO FUMC Thank you for giving to the missions and ministries of FUMC Georgetown. We offer many choices in how you can give. Give Online 2026 Monthly Mission Focus Giving Links January Benevolence February Helping Hands March Wesleyan Homes Benevolence April UMCOR May Project Transformation June HTC Annual Conference Offering July Faith in Action August Learning Tree Preschool September Backpack Buddies October The Caring Place November Meals on Wheels December Quail Valley Ministry We are grateful for all those willing to help amid the recent flooding. The best way that you can help is by donating to UMCOR, which will go directly to the areas with the most need. GIVE ONLINE If you would like to be on the on-call list to volunteer your time, services, or resources, email disasterrelief@fumcgt.org . Ways to Give In Worship You may give in worship and place your donation in the offering plate. In Person or by Mail You may bring or mail your donation to the church office. Please make checks payable to FUMC Georgetown. If you would like the funds to go to a special ministry area, please note that in the memo section. Be sure to include your name and address on the check or envelope so that donation credit may be provided for tax purposes. Text to Give To donate by text, text FUMC48 to 73256. Online Online giving is convenient. Through the secure Realm Connect platform, you can make a one time gift, set up scheduled giving, edit scheduled giving, change your method of giving, view two years of giving history and print contribution statements. If the fund you'd like is not listed in the dropdown, please contact the church office at (512) 863-2370 or office@fumcgt.org. Give Online Memorials and Honorarium If the gift is an honorarium or memorial, please note who is to be honored or remembered and where an acknowledgment should be sent. Memorials/Honorarium Giving Stocks and Funds Many people find creative ways to make contributions to FUMCGT with stocks and mutual funds. You will receive a tax deduction for the fair market value of your securities at the time of donation. To make a stock gift, please click on the attached link for a form and instructions. The following information for FUMC's brokerage Account with Texas Methodist Foundation to make a stock or mutual fund contribution: STEP 1: Please give the following information to your broker. Broker Information: Company Name: National Financial Services DTC#: 0226 Account Name: Texas Methodist Foundation Account Number: X83-950873 STEP 2: Please complete the following form and return it to: Randi Forrest at TMF via email at rforrest@texasmethodistfoundation.org AND Honey Habingreither at First UMC at honey@fumcgt.org Stock Contribution Form

Pumpkin Unloading Oct 07, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM in the MCMC Lawn Help us unload the Pumpkin Truck! Bring work gloves and a wheelbarrow if you have one, and gather outside the MCMC at approximately 4:00 PM. We will have pizza and lemonade after unloading is complete. Please be aware that this time and date is dependent upon the arrival of the Pumpkin Truck, and is subject to change! Pumpkin Patch Oct 08, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026 in the MCMC Lawn CLICK HERE to sign up to Volunteer in the patch! Patch Hours: Monday-Friday 1:00-7:00 PM Saturday & Sunday 10:00 AM-7:00 PM Halloween 1:00-5:00 PM Movie Night in the Patch Oct 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM in the MCMC Parking Lot Bring your chairs and blankets to the MCMC parking lot and come enjoy a family-friendly movie and popcorn in our pumpkin patch. No rsvp required. Pumpkin Unloading #2 Oct 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM in the MCMC Lawn Help us unload the second Pumpkin Truck! Bring work gloves and a wheelbarrow if you have one, and gather outside the MCMC at approximately 12:00 PM. We will have pizza and lemonade after unloading is complete. Please be aware that this time and date is dependent upon the arrival of the Pumpkin Truck, and is subject to change! Great Methodist Bake Off Oct 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM in the MCMC Parking Lot Dust off those family recipes and fire up your ovens! Bring your best pumpkin dessert to the MCMC October 18 before noon to compete in a friendly baking competition. Our second pumpkin truck unloading starts at noon and winners will be announced afterward during lunch. Prizes and bragging rights for the winners! Trunk or Treat Oct 25, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM in the MCMC Parking Lot Join us October 25 in the parking lots adjacent to the MCMC from 4:00-6:00 PM for Trunks, Treats, and fun! 🚙 To sign up to decorate a trunk, click here. 🍬 To donate candy, click here .

Director of Music & Worship Arts Marc Profant Director of Music & Worship Arts marc@fumcgt.org Marc is a Florida native, born and raised just minutes from the beach on the Gulf Coast of central Florida. Marc is excited to be a part of the FUMC family! Prior to joining the staff at FUMC in October of 2022, Marc has worked as a music educator in schools and served as Music Director/Organist in churches in Florida, Colorado, and Texas. For over 25 years his music career has spanned both choral and instrumental worlds. Marc studied choral conducting with Dr. Ray Robinson and instrumental conducting with Dr. Alexander Jimenez and Lawrence Leighton Smith (Conductor, Colorado Springs Philharmonic). Marc was a member of the a cappella ensemble The Colorado Vocal Arts Ensemble. He had the wonderful opportunity to travel abroad and serve as the Artistic Director of The India Children’s Choir. Over the years, Marc has led his church choirs in the rehearsing and performing of major choral works such as Faure Requiem, Handel Messiah, Rutter Gloria and Magnificat, Durufle Requiem, Vivaldi Gloria, Lauridsen Lux Aeterna, just to mention a few, and all accompanied with full orchestra. Marc’s passion is using his gifts and skills in leading out in vibrant and uplifting worship for the local church while equipping and empowering others to do the same! Marc holds a music degree from Palm Beach Atlantic University in West Palm Beach, Florida. In his down time, he loves to travel and spend time with his friends and get back to the Colorado mountains as often as possible. He is a HUGE tennis fan and enjoys cooking and grilling. Most mornings you can find him in his rocking chair on his front porch with coffee in hand ready to start the day! Marc is thrilled to be a part of the ministry team and serve at FUMC! Next Item Previous Item

SERVE REGIONALLY There are many ways to serve at our community in Georgetown and it's surroundings areas. For more information about these opportunities, email missions@fumcgt.org. Disaster Relief Comprised of the United Methodist Committee of Relief (UMCOR) and the United Methodist Volunteers in Mission (UMVIM) volunteers, The Disaster Relief team at First United Methodist Church Georgetown is dedicated to providing critical support and assistance in the wake of emergencies. When disaster strikes, United Methodists have a long legacy of helping their neighbors and communities, and this team continues that tradition by offering aid, resources, and compassion to those affected. For more information or to volunteer with the Disaster Relief teams, email DisasterRelief@fumcgt.org or call (512) 863-2370. Sager Brown Depot The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) Sager Brown Depot is the headquarters for UMCOR's relief-supply operations. Each year, more than 2000 volunteers prepare about $4 million in supplies for shipment from this Baldwin, Louisiana campus. Volunteers also use carpentry skills to help repair homes in the community. UMCOR Sager Brown makes three kits; Hygiene Kits, School Kits, and Cleaning Buckets to be shipped to disaster areas in the U.S, Caribbean and Central America. Various teams are assembled each year and travel to Baldwin to dedicate their time and energy at the depot or in the community. For more information or to volunteer, email Missions@fumcgt.org UMCOR Early Response Teams UMCOR ERTs are trained and certified individuals who fill a specific need in the early days after a disaster to clean out homes damaged as a result of a natural disaster. Persons are trained to remove debris, place tarps on homes, etc. to stabilize and prevent further damage, while providing caring facilitating techniques. Once the one-day training is complete, one is placed on a contact list should there be a need for the formation of a team to be deployed to a specific location. For more information or to volunteer, email Missions@fumcgt.org Camp Sunshine Camp Sunshine is a week-long New Mexico Conference camp for physically and/or mentally challenged adults aged 16 to 60+. The mission team assists in providing a safe, loving, fun Christian environment where campers can be themselves leaving behind the stress of societal expectations. The camp takes place in late July or early August each year, in Sacramento, New Mexico. For more information or to volunteer, email care@fumcgt.org

FUMC Georgetown’s Student Ministry is a welcoming community where students can grow in faith, build meaningful relationships, and feel supported through every season of life. We strive to foster a space free of judgment, where every young person feels valued, understood, and cared for, no matter where they are in their spiritual journey. We would love for you to join us as we seek to live out God’s love everywhere we go! For questions, contact youth@fumcgt.org Sunday Morning Gatherings Sunday School is at 11 AM in the Student Ministry area room 221, 2nd floor of the Atkin Learning Center. All students 5th grade and up are welcome. Join us as we check-in with one another, share snacks, and chat about this week’s message. Weekly Youth Groups Crossroads 56 Crossroads 56 is our Wednesday night ministry where students in 5th and 6th grade gather for games, a devotional, and dinner. Join us on Wednesdays from 6:00 – 7:30 PM on the 2nd floor of the ALC. Crossroads 78 Crossroads 78 is our Sunday night ministry where students in 7th and 8th grade gather for games, a devotional, and dinner. Join us on Sundays from 5:00 – 6:30 PM on the 2nd floor of the ALC. Crossroads 912 Crossroads 912 is our Sunday night ministry where students in 9th-12th grade gather for games, a devotional, and dinner. Join us on Sundays from 6 PM – 8 PM on the 2nd floor of the ALC. Follow us on Instagram & Facebook @FUMCGTStudents - FUMC GT Student Ministry Follow us on Instagram @fumcgtstudents Load more Volunteer with FUMC Students Crossroads Meal Volunteers On Sunday and Wednesday nights, we’d love your help providing meals for our youth! Check out our calendar to choose a date and help with a main dish, side, or dessert -homemade or store-bought, every contribution helps feed our students and build community together. Wednesday Night Meals Sunday Night Meals Crossroads Adult Volunteers We’re looking for dedicated adults to help with our Wednesday and Sunday night Crossroads groups by chaperoning and joining students for games, meals, and meaningful conversations. Whether you can serve weekly or just once in a while, we’d love to have you on the team! MinistrySafe Certification is required. Crossroads 56 Volunteer Crossroads 78 Volunteer Crossroads 912 Volunteer Sunday School Adult Volunteers We’re looking for 1–2 adults each Sunday morning to help with Youth Sunday School and invest in the lives of our students. Whether you can serve every week or once a month, we’d love to have you! MinistrySafe Certification is required. Sunday School Volunteer Student Ministry Core Values Relationship Building Building strong relationships within the youth group provides a sense of belonging and support. These friendships help teens feel understood, reducing feelings of isolation, especially during times of uncertainty. Our youth group relationships are built on the foundation of love and acceptance. We celebrate the diversity of experiences, backgrounds, and personalities within our group, ensuring that each student feels valued and loved for who they are. Safe Space for Reflection Our youth face countless questions and uncertainties. The youth group offers a safe and welcoming environment where they can express their doubts and explore their faith freely. We encourage reflection and open discussions that allow them to connect with others going through similar experiences. In our group, each student is loved and accepted as they are. We emphasize that no question is too small or unworthy, and no one will be judged for their doubts or struggles. This openness allows students to explore their faith with honesty and authenticity. Positive Mentorship Teens are often drawn to the loudest voices around them. The youth group offers positive role models who provide guidance rooted in faith and wisdom. Through mentorship, we can help them discern the path God has set before them. Our mentors are dedicated to loving and guiding the youth without judgment. Each student’s journey is unique, and our role as mentors is to offer support through compassion, understanding, and grace—no matter what choices they face or struggles they encounter. Engaging Scripture & Faith Practices By grounding their decisions in scripture, teens can find clarity in the chaos. Psalm 16:11 reminds us that God will show us the way of life. In our youth group, we engage with the Bible to help young people find purpose, direction, and peace. We approach scripture with love and openness, encouraging students to ask tough questions and express their doubts without fear of judgment. We believe that God’s love is unconditional, and so too is the love and support we offer each other in our faith journey. Service & Outreach One of the best ways to guide our youth is through service. By focusing on helping others, they can find joy, purpose, and meaning beyond the distractions of daily life. Through service, they experience the joy of living in God’s presence. In serving others, we model God’s unconditional love. Whether we’re helping those in need or serving within our own community, we teach our youth that everyone is deserving of love and respect, regardless of their circumstances. Together We Can Guide Our Youth By offering a supportive environment grounded in unconditional love, free of judgment, and focused on building strong relationships, our First United Methodist Youth group helps young people find direction and purpose during this pivotal time. Families, mentors, and the church community can work together to show them the way—just as God promises in Psalm 16:11. STUDENT EVENTS No events at the moment

FACILITIES & EVENT PLANNING First United Methodist Church is known as an historic downtown church and we have many opportunities to serve our members, guests, and community with our lovely facilities. For all our events, both internal and external organizations, please fill out the form linked below. If you have questions about our facilities, please contact our Facilities Director Mike Robertson at 512-863-2370 ext. 237 or email Mike@fumcgt.org . Event Planning & Facility Use Form FUMC Campus Facilities The FUMC Campus offers a welcoming space for worship, fellowship, and community service. While our facilities primarily support our church family and ministries, we occasionally accommodate outside non-profit groups whose missions align with our values, as outlined in our Facilities Use Manual. If your organization meets the criteria and is interested in using our space, please complete the Event Planning form linked above to begin the process. We look forward to the opportunity to serve you and the community! Pay Facility Usage Fee Getsemani Center & Annex FUMC Georgetown is also the proud owner of the Getsemani Ministry Center and Annex located at 412 and 414 E 19th Street in Georgetown. This site is a popular ministry and group meeting site. For more information about the Getsemani site, please email g etsemani@fumcgt.org . To inquire about using the space for a specific event, please complete the Event Planning Form linked above. Pay Getsemani Usage Fee Facility Use Manual

Rev. Alan McGrath Senior Pastor Rev. Tina Schramme Associate Pastor Rev. Kellie Brewer Associate Pastor Sarah Pyle-Shackelford Director of the Learning Tree Kenny Bray Director of College-Age Ministry Liz Bailey Director of Children's & Family Ministries Marc Profant Director of Music & Worship Arts Kathy Pena Director of Congregational Care Honey Habingreither Finance Director Sophia Kee-Rees Interim Student Ministry Director Lisa Blake Media Director Jessica Trevarthen Media & Events Coordinator Mike Robertson Facilities Director Stephanie Gillen Children's Ministry Coordinator Lorna Jones Receptionist Georgianne Hewett Care Advocate Cara Walkup Administrative Assistant Mandi Griffin Contemporary Worship Coordinator Anthony Caulkins Audio-Visual Team Emelia Bruton Audio-Visual Team Discipleship Team Media Team Ministry Support Music and Worship Arts Team Pastors MEET OUR TEAM

Still Want to Make a Commitment? It's not too late! We invite you to pray about how God is calling you to be a part of this Capital Campaign as we invest in the future of our church. Commitment Card Weekly Construction Updates: August 2026 August 2026 Update Video October 6 Mike's Monday Update Video October 12 Mike's Monday Update Video October 19 Mike's Monday Update Video Looking for More Updates? Be sure to visit the slat walls located in both the Main Building and the McKinney Center (MCMC). These displays will feature the latest construction updates, project timelines, progress photos, important announcements, and other news related to our building improvements. Check back often to see how your support is helping bring these projects to life! Through our “Rooted in Faith, Growing for Tomorrow” campaign, we have prepared for the future. Thanks to the generosity of our congregation, we are now turning that vision into reality. Give Online Online giving is convenient. Through the secure Realm Connect platform, you can make a one time gift, set up scheduled giving, edit scheduled giving, change your method of giving, and more. Give Online Now Pledge to Give Questions about Giving? For questions about giving or for other ways to give, please contact the church office at (512) 863-2370 or office@fumcgt.org. The Projects Sanctuary Improvements As part of this campaign, several important updates will be made to the sanctuary to improve accessibility, functionality, and long-term sustainability. The current pews have reached the end of their useful life and will be replaced. The new seating layout will provide additional space between rows, improving accessibility and ease of movement throughout the sanctuary. To further enhance accessibility, the steps in the southeast corner of the sanctuary, nearest the MCMC, will be removed. As a result, the sanctuary flooring will be replaced to create a more accessible and cohesive worship space. The exterior wood doors along Ash Street have also reached the end of their useful life and will be replaced. In addition, a stage expansion is will provide more working space during worship services and increase usable space for the choir and orchestra. Office & Restroom Additions To better serve our congregation and improve accessibility, a new restroom facility will be added within close proximity to the sanctuary by converting the current office workroom. This improvement will provide more convenient access for those attending worship services, reducing the distance individuals must travel and creating a more welcoming and accessible worship experience for all. McKinney Center Updates Our Contemporary worship service is currently held in the McKinney Center (MCMC), a space that often feels more like a gymnasium than a dedicated place of worship. While we value the flexibility of the gym for large receptions and special events, we also recognize the need to create a more welcoming and worship-focused environment. Planned renovations include reconfiguring the stage area, updating the lighting, and adding windows and larger entrance openings along the west wall. These improvements will help create a space that better reflects the purpose and spirit of worship. McKinney Center Nursery Addition Currently, our Nursery is located on the opposite side of our campus from our Contemporary service in the MCMC. In order to better serve our families with young children, we will add a nursery to the MCMC. This will be an extension on the northwest corner of the existing building. It is intended to be a single room, divided into two halves. At this time, it is expected to have a total maximum capacity of 24 children and will have its own restroom. HVAC/Education Building Updates The bulk of this project will focus on replacing three floors of HVAC system that is years past its service. The possibility of a pipe bursting and flooding the building calls us to make this a priority today. From the classrooms to the music mezzanine floor down to the offices and fellowship hall, this renovation will touch a significant portion of our day to day ministry. We have engaged with an MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing) engineering firm who very recently completed a full analysis of those systems. For a large and complex system like this, there are multiple options for repair and future replacement. At a high level, those options include going back with a chilled water system or moving to one of several types of refrigerant-based systems. We will refresh the classrooms and meeting rooms in the Education building following the repair and replacement of the new HVAC. This is expected to be largely cosmetic updates to those spaces. Our biggest and most pressing key focus is replacing our failing HVAC system in the education building. Corroded pipes, the threats of bursts and floods, and inefficient heating and cooling are urgent issues that cannot be ignored. As part of this Capital Campaign, we aim to completely replace this system. HVAC/Mechanical Broken pews, uneven flooring, and limited accessibility to restroom facilities are just a few of the obstacles that many of our guests and members face in our sanctuary. As part of this capital campaign, we aim to remove these mobility barriers to create a worship space that is accessible to all. Sanctuary Updates As the center of our Contemporary Worship Service, our MCMC is reaching it's capacity. In this Capital Campaign, we aim to relocate the nursery from across campus to a more accessible location for our young families. In addition, updating the lighting, stage and seating will help to create a space that is more sacred and welcoming to new members. MCMC Updates THE PROJECTS At the same time, there is energy and excitement around the growth of our congregation. One area of new growth is young families with children. These parents need easier access to a nursery. As we continue to add chairs in the contemporary service, we desire to update the MCMC gym to look more like a worship space. Our Sunday morning Children’s Worship needs dedicated space, and we hope to build a multi-purpose Prayer Chapel to assist with Sunday morning needs as well as smaller funerals and weddings. Church leadership named a building committee in November of 2023. Over the past year, they have worked to organize this growing list of needs and opportunities so that our facilities can be accessible for all. They received feedback from staff, engaged an architect and project management firm, and are currently in the process of completing a master plan of possible options for our ministry campus. These preliminary cost estimates include construction costs as well as professional services, other soft costs, and several conservative contingencies. These figures also include $350,000 to finish out white Annex building at some point in the future. Have Questions? Name* Contact Email or Number for Responses* Questions* Submit

MINISTRY SAFE FUMC Georgetown takes our responsibility to care for children, students, and vulnerable adults very seriously. A safe environment is fundamental to all as we grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ and others. Our policies follow the guidelines of the Central Texas Conference. These policies are intended to create a safe environment for children, students, and vulnerable adults, protecting them, the adults who work with them, and the mission of this church. For questions about our MinistrySafe process or policies, contact Jessica@fumcgt.org Ministry Safe Process The MinistrySafe Protection Policy of First United Methodist Church (FUMC) provides a covenant framework for sharing in ministry together. Our goal is to create a safe environment for children, students, and vulnerable adults as well as for adult staff and volunteers serving in these ministries. All FUMC employees and volunteers must complete this simple 5-step process to be certified for work with children, students, and vulnerable adults. Please complete and submit this Volunteer Application . This will initiate the process for a background check and MinistrySafe Sexual Abuse Awareness Online Training. You will receive an email from MinistrySafe to complete your secure online background check. You will need your social security number and your driver’s license number to complete the background check. You will receive an email with the link to the online training for MinistrySafe Sexual Abuse Awareness. Please allow one hour to complete this training. After completing the online training, please review the MinistrySafe Policies and Procedures to learn how the United Methodist Church is implementing MinistrySafe. Please sign the covenant statement , to abide by the procedures and policies of First United Methodist Church Georgetown. FUMC Georgetown Medical and Liability Release

PRAYER MINISTRY We are a praying congregation, and we covenant to be in prayer for the concerns on the hearts of our community. Here at FUMC Georgetown, we seek to support each other through prayer. There are a number of opportunities for prayer including prayer times in our weekly worship services, prayer in small groups, and praying the labyrinth located on our church campus. Request Prayer Let us know how we can pray for you! If you have prayer requests, please submit them to pray@fumcgt.org . Your prayer requests will be shared with the pastors and the discipleship staff. If you would like your prayer request publicized in FUMC Georgetown communications, please indicate that in your request. If you would like to add a family member or friend to the published prayer list, please ensure that you have that person’s permission. Prayer Groups Prayer Partner Teams Our Prayer Partners ministry consists of teams of three to five people who pray with our pastors before worship and commit to pray for our pastors and staff on a regular basis. We are committed to growing and expanding our prayer ministry to bless our entire church family and provide critical prayer support for our church’s mission of “Living Out God’s Love Everywhere We Go.” Prayer Shawl Ministry Team Our Prayer Shawl Ministry Team meets weekly on Thursday mornings at 10:30 AM to pray for the needs of our congregation, to work on our knitting, crocheting, and quilting projects, and to pray over our completed shawls and lap robes. Our beautiful shawls are available for anyone who would be blessed by receiving one. For more information or to join, contact kpena@fumcgt.org. Centering Prayer Group Our Centering Prayer Group provides an opportunity once a week for group study and reflection followed by a 20-minute period of silence. They meet on Tuesdays at 10:00 AM at the Wesleyan Independent Living Chapel. The purpose of the group is to help people develop a closer relationship with God. They use the method taught by Contemplative Outreach and maintain an affiliation with Heart of Texas Contemplative Outreach. They find that praying in the centering manner together is very helpful for inviting God to be present within them and making them what God intends for them to be. Prayer Labyrinth Located next to the MCMC, the prayer labyrinth is a winding path that leads unerringly to the center where you are invited to stay and pray. When you are ready, turn around and walk the same winding path out again. As you complete your prayer walk and walk back out to the edge you may feel a new sense of empowerment to love God and love your neighbor. The prayer labyrinth can help calm the mind, relax the body, reduce stress, and provide space that helps guide your mind and heart in prayer. Function follows form; this form, the prayer labyrinth, leads your mind to new places in prayer. The path is a metaphor for a journey with God in which you can trust God every step of the way.

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL At FUMC Georgetown, we offer a variety of Sunday school classes ranging from discussions, to book studies, to lecture style classes. Most classes meet from 9:45 AM-10:40 AM. All classes are timed to allow you to attend services. All of our classes welcome new people and would love to have you as their guest this Sunday. Visit several classes to see which best fits your needs and interests. For more information or to inquire about a specific class, please email adults@fumcgt.org During construction, many of our Sunday School classes have changed times & locations, please visit our Building page for an updated list on these changes. Branches A class made up primarily of parents of children and youth (with some grandparents mixed in) welcomes all to join us. Videos and/or discussion guides are used to learn our biblical roots and ways to apply the teachings to our lives. Location: Room 223 (Youth Theater) Can We Talk? Women’s Bible and book study discussion group with a focus on shared spiritual journeys, prayer, and support. Our group is open to ladies of all ages and all situations. Location: Room 303 Class Meeting This group meets weekly on Sunday mornings in the Wesleyan style of a class meeting. Group members check-in with each other about the ways God is working in their lives, the faith struggles they are having, and the prayers they are praying. Group size maximum is 10 people, so when the group grows beyond that, they divide and start a new group. Location: Room 301. Contemporary Forum A large adult class that includes couples and individuals mostly 65 and older but welcome to all adult ages. They cover a variety of topics. Location: Fellowship Hall Daily Bread Daily Bread is a discussion-oriented group covering a broad range of Bible and life application topics during their weekly gatherings. This group ranges from people in their 40's to 80's and they are active and welcoming. Location: Room 208. Discovery This class is a fellowship of adult believers seeking to grow in Christian discipleship through study, discussion, and serving our church and community. The Discovery Class has a heart for missions and actively participates in the mission field by volunteering and providing the tools and resources needed to help those in need. We also love to have fun together. Come join us on the journey! Location: Room 307 Friendship Adult class of mainly active senior adults, but all adult ages are welcome. The lessons, led by a team of teachers and other class members, feature a combination of lecture and discussion on a variety of Biblically-based topics. Location: Rooms 1001 and 1002 Foundry The Foundry class is a Christian community in an unpretentious setting that studies the Bible by focusing on the actual texts through presentations and discussions drawing on historical, cultural, philosophical, and interpretive materials to enhance our understanding of the scriptures. Location: Room 1003 Good News This Sunday School class strives to provide both personal support to our members through social interaction every Sunday and spiritual support by applying lectionary scripture lessons to our daily lives. Location: Parlor The Sandlot A multi-generational group who gathers like the kids in the sandlot but instead of playing baseball, we come together to study God's word. The diversity in ages and stages keeps the discussions interesting. Location: Room 209. Sunday Morning Covenant Group This group supports each other in their spiritual growth in the tradition of John Wesley. Questions or current event issues are introduced for discussion from week to week according to how the Spirit leads. They also inquire how they have experienced God in the previous week, share their joys and concerns with each other, and pray for each other. Care is taken to assure discussions are held closely amongst those gathered. Location: Room 305. The Vine The Vine is our newest class, of mostly Young*ish adults in their late 20s through early 40s. This group meets at 11 AM in the Hope House. Grace & Growth The class is for adults of middle schoolers and high schoolers. This group meets Sunday evenings offsite. For more information, contact Ashley Koberlein.