Our small groups, bible studies and programs offer a place to build upon your spiritual knowledge while also getting to know others in our community. We encourage members to ask questions and challenge each other. The friendships and knowledge built here will last a lifetime!
Take a look at what all we offer below. Groups typically meet each week and are always welcoming new guests. We also offer classes on Sunday Mornings. For more information, please contact Cathy Sweeney. We hope you will join us!
– Bible Studies
– Small Groups
– Programs
Weekly Bible Studies
Sunday
Chronological Jesus
This is one of our most popular studies, with Clyde Rupert leading for the 14th year. Take a look at the Gospel Story in a new way – laying out each of the gospel writings in chronological order, and studying them simultaneously. This class gets rave reviews each year. To learn more and to register, please see cumc.com/thechronologicaljesus
Class size is limited to 20, so don’t delay! It fills up quickly!
Led by Clyde Rupert
Sundays | 4 – 6 PM | Room N158
to begin September 9, 2018
Monday
Monday Morning Women’s Bible Study
Next study begins September 10, led by Rev. Denise Peckham
Mondays | 9:45 – 11 AM | Room 255 A/D
Open to new members at any time.
Current Study: Everybody, Always by Bob Goff (please purchase the book on your own)
Monday Afternoon Bible Study
Led by Rita Ward
Mondays | 12:30 – 2:30 PM | Room N154
Current Study: on hiatus for the summer
Monday Evening Bible Study: Ladies in Faith Together (LIFT)
Led by Tanya Damon
Mondays | 6:30 -8:30 PM | Room N154 (Starts Sept 10)
Current Study: “All Things New” (a study of Second Corinthians) by Kelly Minter
Please purchase your own book
Monday Night Bible Study
Begins Monday, September 10
Led by Diana Wright
Mondays | 6:30 – 8:30 PM | Room N157
Current Study: Genesis (Basic Bible Commentary Series)
Tuesday
Tuesday Logos Bible Study
Led by Barbara Kramer
Tuesdays | 930-11:30 AM | Room N154
Current study: Revelation, continued. The group will begin with chapter 4.
Tuesday Lunch and Learn Bible Study
Led by Julie Warner
Tuesdays | 12 – 1:30 PM | Room N154
Current study: will begin again in the fall
Tuesday Night Men’s Bible Study
Organized by Rev. Chad McSwain
Tuesdays | 6:30 -7:30 PM | Room N253
Current Study:
If you have any questions about Men’s Ministries at Christ United, contact Chad McSwain.
Tuesday Night Women’s Bible Study
Led by Rev. Cathy Sweeney
Tuesdays | 6:30 – 8:00 PM | Room N158
Current Study: Nehemiah, a Heart that Breaks
Join us any week – we are open to new members! Register here to have book ordered for you.
Wednesday
Women of Valor Bible and Book Study
Led by Heather Holba
Wednesdays | 9:30 – 11:30 AM | Room N154
Class will resume in the fall on Aug 29
Are you seeking a closer connection to God and community? Women of Valor is an unconventional Bible study group that generates conversations from a variety of unconventional materials, including books, podcasts, and articles. This discussion-based group meets weekly throughout the school year with a format designed to accommodate busy schedules. Come join us as we explore our spiritual lives in a modern world while engaging with each other and the Divine.
Currently Reading:
First Fruits Bible Study
Led by Patti Thompson
Begins for fall on Sept 12
Wednesdays | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Room: N157
Currently Studying:
Small Groups
Sunday
Sunday Night Young Families
Sundays | 5:30 – 7 PM | Location TBD – Starting in the fall
Childcare available.
Contact Chad McSwain for more information.
Tuesday
Tuesday Night Young Adults
Led by Caroline Korst
Every other Tuesday | 7:30-8:30 PM | N157
Join us any week – we always welcome new members!
Current Study: Anxious For Nothing
Wednesday
The Bridge Young Couples Group
Led by Matt Bartels
Every other Wednesday | 6:30 PM | N262
Join us any week – we always welcome new members!
Wednesday Night Young Professionals
Wednesdays | 6:30 PM | Coffee Room
Group is currently at capacity.
Becoming One Again Small Group
Wednesdays | 7 – 8:30 PM | N156
Group is currently at capacity; check later for new group forming.
Thursday
Awesome Thursday Night Group
On hiatus for the summer, will be back in fall
Saturday
Trueman (Men’s Small Group)
Once a month | Contact Kris Houtz for time and location
Come as you are and build brotherhood. Join us any time – we always welcome new members!
Programs
Enneagram Journey
The Enneagram is “a powerful ancient tool for learning more about your motivations, increasing awareness of the workings of your personality, and discovering ways to enhance balance and wholeness in your life.” The Enneagram is not just another personality test, it’s a whole new way of looking at your relationships and yourself.
In this introductory class, led by Rev. Cathy Sweeney and Meredith McBride, you will learn useful information about the 9 personality types, and how they interact with each other. For more information, visit our Enneagram Journey page or contact Cathy Sweeney.
Financial Peace University and Legacy Journey
Financial Peace Univeristy/FPU
Led by Heather and Dave Murphy
Wednesdays | 7 – 9 PM | Room N256
Beginning Sept 5 – Nov 7, no class on Halloween.
register here: https://fpu.com/1066497
We all need a plan for our money. Financial Peace University (FPU) is that plan! It teaches God’s ways of handling money. Through video teaching, class discussions, and interactive small group activities, FPU presents biblical, practical steps to get from where you are to where you’ve dreamed you could be. This plan will show you how to get rid of debt, manage your money, spend and save wisely, and much more!
FPU is a biblically-based accountability curriculum that teaches how to make the right decisions about your money. It’s a 9-week video series designed to get you out of debt and stay out of debt. During the 9 weeks, the average participant reduces their debt by $5,300 and saves $2,700. More importantly, FPU helps free you from the burdens of finances and empowers you to do great things with your money!
For more information, please visit Financial Peace University.
Legacy Journey
Led by Heather and Dave Murphy
Tuesdays | 7 – 9 PM | Room N256
Check back later for when the next 7 week session will be.
Note: Prerequisite for Legacy Journey is successful completion of FPU
Starting Point
If you are new to the congregation, we highly recommend attending a Starting Point class held on the second Sunday of each month. During this session, you will learn about our church, what we are passionate about, and how you can get involved. It’s a great time to ask those “I don’t understand…” questions. It’s also a wonderful time to meet new people in our community. For more information regarding Starting Point, please contact Cathy Sweeney.
Spiritual Pathways
Tree of Life Spiritual Ministries is an independent spiritual discipline and spiritual formation company led by Tami Gallaway. Tami is a commissioned Deacon in the North Texas Conference of the UMC; she and her family worship here at Christ United. Tami leads several of our spiritual formation classes and also provides one on one spiritual counseling. The mission of Tree of Life is to inspire and develop more faithful, passionate, and fruitful disciples by connecting people with God’s love through prayer, spiritual nurture, mutual accountability, and opportunities to reflect upon everyday experiences of God’s transformative grace at work in the world.
You can learn more about Tami and her offerings through her website. Also, she works directly with our Faith Journey program to lead the following groups:
Circles of Grace: Covenant Prayer Groups
Tuesdays | 6:30 – 8 PM | Room N155
Check back later for when this group will start meeting.
Cost: $25
The Journey
We encourage everyone to take part of our Journey program. The Journey helps you grow deeper in your relationship with Christ by emphasizing spiritual steps that you have a natural attraction to take. For more information regarding The Journey, please contact Cathy Sweeney.