Small Groups at First UMC

Here at First United Methodist Church, we believe that spiritual growth and development happens on Sundays, but even more so when we meet together in small groups. We offer a variety of options for you to get involved and grow alongside your community.

Discipleship Groups

At any point in the year, First UMC has between two to eight active discipleship groups, meeting weekly on Sunday morning, or in public locations (e.g., restaurants, coffee shops) or at the church. Our discipleship groups are made up of 3-5 people in them, focus on a spiritual practice (e.g., bible study, prayer), and emphasize accountability and mutual support. Groups can be gender-based or co-ed. If you'd like to get involved in a current group or start your own, please contact us.

Please see the home page for information about our Lenten study from February 26-April 2 in 2023.

Coffee and Conversation

Every 2nd Tuesday of the month, a group gathers at Panera Bread Company at 10am (located across the street from the church) for coffee, treats, and a casual conversation without an agenda. This is a great "first step" to meeting people in the church and the community outside of the Sunday service. No need to RSVP—just show up and look for a familiar face on the right side of the restaurant.

quilting group

Although paused as a group meeting during COVID, our quilters still work at home to make quilts for many of the organizations we support, such as Fina House, Lazarus House, and others. For more information on the quilting group, please contact Andrea Vannett.