LIFE GROUPS
At Saint Mark United Methodist Church, we are devoted to spreading the word of God and making a meaningful difference in the lives of everyone we touch. With our diverse range of ministries, we offer a comprehensive range of services designed to meet the spiritual, communal and emotional needs of our congregation. Whether you are looking for a place to worship, need support during difficult times, or simply want to connect with other members of the parish, we are here for you.
CURRENT LIFE GROUPS
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Monday evenings from 7pm - 8pm Starts March 18th- June 10th 11-week study.
Location: Preston Hall Area
Facilitator: Linda Sims, Co Facilitator: Donna Johnson 316.681.2214
Study: Bible Blossom - Storyteller's Handbook and Story Book the Unfolding Story of God by the Rev. Ryan Carter and Rev. Dr. Don Davis It can be purchased on Amazon.
Synopsis: "Every time we go to church, Bible study or Prayer meeting, we have an opportunity to rehearse the truth about God's great Story, and his Salvation in Jesus. Despite the issues and challenges we face today in this world; this Story continues to draw the lost to its Good News!"
MEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Monday evenings from 7pm - 9pm starts January 8th 13-week study.
Location: In person and virtual in room FLC 113
Facilitator Steve Thornton 316.681.2214
Study: End Times: Practical Heavenly Mindedness
Synopsis: Do you wonder about the “end times” – when it will come? What it will be like? What will happen to you? This study will help you to examine for yourself to what the Bible says about end times, you’ll learn what you can do now to be ready for the future- whatever it holds.
MEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Monday evenings from 7pm - 9pm Starts January 22nd 10-week study.
Facilitator: Tony Newry 316.681.2214
Location: Virtual Study
Study: LifeGuide Bible Studies: God’s Love
Synopsis: In this ten session LifeGuide Bible Study, the author helps you explore the Psalms, showing how these songs of God’s people reveal the character, love, and care of God. By reading, studying, and praying the Psalms—and by applying their teaching to your life, you will discover how God offers true salvation and deep satisfaction for you.
WORD OF LIFE BIBLE STUDY
Tuesdays 11am – 12pm 8-week Biblical Study starts on Tuesday, January 23rd, 2024.
Facilitator: Dr. McCullough, Pastor-Teacher
Study: Topic: The Art of Forgiveness
Synopsis: This is a Word of Life intergenerational Bible Study for everyone!
(H.I.P.) HEMMED IN PRAYER
Classes will resume in the Spring of 2024 WC 211, Wednesdays, from 3:30pm – 5:30pm. Exact dates TBD.
Facilitator: Joyce McCulloch
Synopsis: This class is for everyone- young adults, senior adults’ youth, and children. Sew, Crochet, knit, Pray! Invite your friends and come join the fun! Questions call the church office at 316-681-2214
ADULT BIBLE STUDY
Wednesday nights from 6:30pm – 8pm will resume in the Spring 2024.
Facilitator: Deontae’ Hayden, Substitute Facilitators: Pastor Oliver, Ron Holt – 316.681-2214
Location: Chapel
Study: The Word of God!
Synopsis: 2 Timothy 2:15 Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
DISCIPLESHIP
Classes Starting February 1st in WC209
Discipleship Class Champion: Dr. Dayna Burks
Facilitators: Steve Thornton and Jescia Smart
For More Information call:316-681-2214
NEW MEMBERS ORIENTATION CLASS
2nd Sundays starting March 10th
New Members Champion: Joi Lee
Facilitator: Steve Thornton
For more information call: 316-681-2214
CHILDREN OF PURPOSE
Wednesday nights from 6pm – 8pm
Director of Children and Youth Ministries Champion: Gina Johnson
Facilitator: Assistant Director Champion: Dottee Thompson ( dotteethompson.dt@gmail.com) 316.681-2214
Location: Sanctuary
CHILDREN AND YOUTH DANCE TEAM
Wednesday nights from 7pm – 8pm
Dance Team Leader Champion: Shirley Bradley
Location: FLC - Gym 316-681-2214
CROSSOVER YOUTH MINISTRIES CHAMPIONS
Wednesday nights from 6pm – 8pm
Facilitator: Kevin Hill & Candace Malone - 316.681.2214
Location: PH 102
Synopsis : Proverbs 22:6 Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it.
MINISTRY OF MUSIC ADULT CHOIR REHEARSALS
Director of Music Champion: Elder Sam Hines
Weekly meetings: Tuesday and Thursday at 7pm
Location: Sanctuary
COMING SOON!
COUPLES MINISTRY CHAMPIONS: FELLOWSHIP/BIBLE STUDY
Facilitator:
For more information call: 316-681-2214
Synopsis: Ephesians 5:25 Husbands love your wives just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY CHAMPTIONS: FELLOWSHIP/BIBLE STUDAY
Facilitator: Deontae’ Hayden, Rosesusie Amadi
Mentor:
For more information call: 316.681.2214
Synopsis: 1 Timothy 4:12 Don’t let anyone look down on you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity,
PRE-MARITAL COUNSELING (required to be married at SMUMC)
Facilitators: Steve Thornton
For more information call: 316.681-2214
Synopsis: Genesis 2:24 Therefore shall a man leave his father and mother and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall become one flesh.
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL: BIBLE STUDY
Facilitators:
For more information call:
Questions call the church Office at 316.681.2214
Life Group Semester Sessions
FALL: Begins the last week August – Ends the 2nd week of December
WINTER: Begins the 2nd week of January – Ends the 2nd week of March
SPRING: Begins the 3rd week of March – Ends the last week of May
SUMMER: Begins the 1st week of June – Ends the last week of July
Most of the life groups will take a break in the summer (due to travel etc.) and some in the winter.
To get connected to a life group email:
saintmark@saintmarkumc.com or call the church office at 316.681.2214
If you would like to facilitate a life group or if you have any suggestions for future life groups, please contact the Church office at 316.681.2214