First United Methodist Church, Oak Ridge, TN
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Growing in faith and love through worship, discipleship, and service.

First United Methodist Small Group Ministries

God designed people for community. Each of us has a desire "to belong" somewhere. At First United Methodist Church, we understand that worship on Sunday is uplifting, a time to celebrate God, and an important part of our spiritual growth but it is also important that we continue our worship, prayer, and study throughout the week. Small groups at FUMCOR provide a wonderful opportunity to worship, pray, and study in a small community.

Even Jesus did not do it alone...Jesus created community by gathering the 12 disciples. 
A small group is made up of 6 to 12 people who come together to build relationships through encouragement, accountability, guidance, and prayer for the purpose of transformation through Christ.  In small groups we eat, worship, pray, and play together, as well as grow and serve together. 
Members are encouraged to share their thoughts, feelings, struggles and joys while applying Biblical principles in their daily lives. 
In these trusting relationships, members agree that what is said in the group will remain confidential and differences of opinions will be respected. 
Small groups are not therapeutic support groups. FUMCOR offers support groups that are led by trained lay persons and professional counselors. Do you want to join together with other parents, young adults, or just women or men.  We have groups for everyone!
 
If you are interested in joining a small group, please contact Crystal Smith at 865-483-4357. 
 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions
 
Q: Who Can Be a Member of a Small Group?
  • Everyone is welcome to connect with a small group whether you are new in your faith journey or have long been a follower of Jesus.  We have small groups for all ages.  

Q: What happens at a small group meeting?
  • Welcome - a meal or refreshments that is shared by everyone present and a time of getting to know one another
  • Worship - a time of turning the group's focus toward God.
  • Word - studying and growing together in Christ.  This is not in-depth Bible study, but study in applying the Word to daily life.
  • Witness - Sharing one's hopes, dreams, growth, hurts, and reaching out to others in service as a group.
Q: When and where do groups meet?
  • Each group chooses its own time and place.  Most groups meet in the home of one of its members or at the church.
Q: What about childcare?
  • Parents either make their own arrangements or the group decides to have a sitter watch the children at the meeting site in another part of the house.  If the group meets at the church, childcare will be provided at the request of the group leader.  
Q: How do I get into a group?
  • Please fill out a registration form online or pick one up  in the main office. You can also email Crystal Smith csmith@fumcor.org or call (865) 483-4357.