| Wesley United Methodist Church
Open Hearts, Open Doors, Open Minds |
1212 W Calhoun Street Macomb, IL 61455-1299 (309) 833-2153 |
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Christian EducationU = Main Floor or Upper Level Sr. Pastor's Class
Sunday Mornings at 9:45 a.m. in the Atrium Description: Rev. Russ Smith , the Senior Pastor of Wesley United Methodist Church, will, from time to time, teach a series of classes on controversial issues or lead a seasonal based study in the Atrium. For information on current studies, please check out the most current worship bulletin, newsletter, or weekly calendar. For More Information: Please feel free to contact the Church Office: 833-2153 E-mail:revruss@macombwesleyumc.com Journey’s In Faith Class
Sunday Mornings at 9:45 a.m. in Room U-12 Description: This class is often an exploration into Christian origins, the Historical Jesus, early Christian documents (including the New Testament), and various theological and social issues. Usually engaging in a series of short term (6-10 week) studies chosen by the participants, this class has tended to attract people who are somewhat theologically and socially mainstream to progressive, but is of course open to anyone who may be interested. For More Information: Please feel free to contact Church Office – 833-2153 Pairs & Spares Class
Sunday Mornings at 9:45 a.m. in Room U-16 Description: This class varies studies of the Bible with studies of how the Bible’s teachings apply to current issues. Lessons are led on an informal and volunteer basis by members of the class. Class members include couples, singles, and folks whose spouses do not attend or who are members of other classes or churches. Coming from diverse denominational backgrounds they appreciate opportunities to examine different perspectives. Pairs & Spares hosts several social activities throughout the year and co-sponsors the annual Wesley UMC Christmas Cookie Walk to help local persons in need and/or non-profit organizations. For More Information: Please feel free to contact the Church Office: 833-2153 Progressive Class
Sunday Mornings at 9:45 a.m. in Room U-23 Description: This retirement-age class meets in the Lodge Parlor (U-23) for crisp Bible study led and intercessory prayer. They meet once a month for breakfast and intentionally support the missions program. For More Information: Please feel free to contact Eldon Snowden: Church Office: 833-2153 Village Class
Sunday Mornings at 9:45 a.m. in Room L-6 Description: “It takes a village to raise a child.” This African proverb describes both he membership of the Village Class and its approach to Christian education. Most members have children ranging in age from early elementary to college, but everyone is welcome. At times the class will choose curriculum that directly relates to parenting and families, but topics considered have varied, including Methodism, basic Christian beliefs, current events through a Christian perspective, prayer, and books of the Bible. Our goal is to grow as Christians as well as to support one another as parents and families. For More Information: Please feel free to contact Aimee Shouse: Church Office – 833-2153 E-mail:AD-Shouse@wiu.edu Searchers Class
Sunday Mornings at 9:45 a.m. in Room L-9 Description: The group typically chooses a Christian book and someone from the class will teach and discuss a chapter each Sunday. With this rotating volunteer teaching leadership within the class, this group is good at lively discussion and learning. Consisting primarily of ‘empty-nesters’ this group has a monthly social and mission project. Dr. Ed Baker is this year’s class president. For More Information: Please feel free to contact the Church Office: 833-2153 Friendship Class
Sunday Mornings at 9:45 a.m. in Room L-33 Description: This diverse group is open to all ages and is a strong supporter of mission projects. Each year, mission funds are raised through a soup lunch and donations. This class engages in Bible study and a wide variety of lively discussions. For More Information: Please feel free to contact Marian Swisher: Church Office: 833-2153 Home Phone – 837-9204 E-mail:hermann@macomb.com Moms’ Bible Study
First Wednesday of the Month at 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. in Room U-13 Description: The Mom’s Bible Study is a group of mothers with younger children whose purpose is to study the Bible and to provide a socialization time. Leaders emphasize that any woman is invited, one does not have to be a mother to attend! For More Information: Please feel free to contact Barb Coker: Church Office: 833-2153 Home Phone – 833-1450 E-mail:scoker92@logonix.net The Women’s Bible Study
Every Wednesday at 4:15 p.m. in Room U-12 Description: Every Wednesday (except on the 1st Wednesday of the month), this group of women meets in room U-12 to know God through Bible study and fellowship and sharing with each other. This group networks regularly and is very flexible due to busy lives and schedules. Please feel free to contact Monica Iverson: Church Office: 833-2153 Home Phone – 837-5125 E-mail: iver5@macomb.com Disciples Study
Tuesday Evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in Room U-12 Description: This semester we will do an eleven week in-depth study of the Gospel of John. We meet on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A video segment with interpretive presentations from biblical scholars is used for each session; the format includes roundtable discussion and opportunities for reflection. (Search the Internet for Disciple Bible Study Invitation to John for further details about the study). “Bible Beginners” are welcome as well as individuals with more experience in Bible study. This class is open for both men and women, adults of all ages. The class starts September 9th, 2008. For More Information: Please feel free to contact the church office Church Office – 833-2153 Advent and Lent
Description:Wesley United Methodist Church pastors Rev. Russ Smith and Rev. Becky Lembke often offer special seasonal studies to coincide with the devotional practices of the Christian seasons of Advent and Lent. Usually, these are short term studies (4 to 6 weeks), and will be advertised in our monthly Wesley Window newsletter and on our website. We also sometimes offer a “Lenten Luncheon Lecture Series” over the Wednesday noon hour during the season of Lent in our Atrium. Again, please check the website or contact the church office, or speak with one of the pastors for more information. For More Information: Please feel free to contact Church Office – 833-2153 Children and Youth Sunday School
Wesley United Methodist Church provides opportunities for children of all ages to learn about the graciousness and love of God, and about the wonders and beauty of God’s world. Jr. Church – is offered for children in Grades 2 through 6, during the second half of the 8:30 a.m. worship service, and is a way for them to learn about the love of God in an age-appropriate manner. Vacation Bible School – is offered one week each summer (Monday to Friday evening from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.), providing through crafts, food, singing, and creative teaching, a fun and enjoyable way to learn more about our faith. For More Information: For more information please contact the church office or Mrs. Paula Baughman: Church Office – 833-2153 You may also contact the teacher(s) of your child if you have a question or wish to share some information concerning your child: Nursery and Two & Three Year Olds
Sunday Mornings at 8:30 a.m. in Room U-21 Church Office – 833-2153 4 Year Olds & Kindergarten
Sundays at 9:45 a.m. in Room U-20 Millie Cale’s – 833-4836 Heidi’s Home – 836-3662 Heidi’s E-Mail –HS-Clemmens@wiu.edu 1st and 2nd Grade Class
Sunday Mornings at 9:45 a.m. in Room U-15 Church Office – 833-2153 Jill’s Home – 836-3032 Jill’s E-Mail – huntjill@yahoo.com 3rd and 4th Grade Class
Sunday Mornings at 9:45 a.m. in Room U-14 Church Office – 833-2153 Scott’s Cell – 331-3445 E-Mail –S-Smith7@wiu.edu 5th and 6th Grade Class
Sunday Mornings at 9:45 a.m. in Room L-30 Church Office – 833-2153 Marilyn’s Home – 836-9900 E-Mail –mjolsen@fastmail.fm Junior High Class
Sunday Mornings at 9:45 a.m. in Room L-29 Church Office – 833-2153 Scott’s Home – 837-3508 Scott’s E-Mail – scbke@macomb.com Jim’s Home – 836-9900Jim’s E-Mail –JR-Olsen@wiu.edu Sr. High Class
Sunday Mornings at 9:45 a.m. in Room L-3 Mark Anderson’s Home – 456-3910 Mark Anderson’s E-Mail – gama@winco.net Mark Hendrickson’s Home: 837-2656 Mark Hendrickson’s E-Mail –MM-Hendrickson@wiu.edu
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