GRowgroups

Growgroups at First Methodist church are what we call all of our “small group” ministries. Our goal is to have everyone involved in some type of group. We don’t expect you to be in more than one group a week, but we do expect you to be in a group. For more information contact Charlie Keys - ckeys@firstchurchcanyon.com


We offer the following types of growgroups.


Sermon-based groups

Groups of 10-12 disciples that covenant to go deep together through study, prayer, accountability and mission. Sermon-based groups discuss the sermon from the previous Sunday as well as alternating in other curriculum for the overall spiritual development of the participants.


Topical groups

Groups that meet at various times throughout the week. These groups cover a specific topic or curriculum. Examples of a topical growgroup would be Priscilla Shirer, Adam Hamilton or other approved material.


Sunday morning groups

Groups that meet Sunday mornings at our church at 9:40 a.m. (also known as Sunday school.)

NOTE: No groups are currently meeting on-site during Sunday mornings due to COVID precautions. Grow groups are currently meet via Zoom, in homes, or on-site throughout the week.





sermon based & Topical

Growgroups

These groups meet throughout the week and cover specific topics.

Look for new growgroups beginning in Fall 2019

  • FRIDAY Noon Bible Study

    Fridays 11:30 AM - 1 PM (Room 113) will begin Sept. 2019

    11:30 a.m. – Brown Bag Lunch

    12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m. – Bible Study

    Facilitator: Francie Pittman - pittman26@suddenlink.net


    Various curriculum and study material covering discipleship, biblical studies and spiritual formation.

     


  • UMW: UNITED METHODIST WOMEN

    Juanelva Rose Circle This circle meets in homes (sometimes at the church) on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM for a light supper and program.

    Ruth Ann Brillhart Circle Meetings are held on the 4th Wednesday of each month in Room 222 of the church at 7:00.

    Irene Elder Circle These women meet in homes on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 9:30 AM for refreshments and program in rooms 121 and 123

    Francie Pittman Circle The Circle meets at 3:00pm via Zoom on the 3rd Sunday of each month.

    UMW Reading Program  This group meets in the library at FUMC at 9:30am on the 1st Thursday of the month to review various books as set by the national UMW Reading Program.

    The Vision

    United Methodist Women is turning faith, hope and love into action on behalf of women, children and youth in the world

    Membership

    Any woman who wants to belong to and participate in the global mission of the church through United Methodist Women and who commits herself to the PURPOSE can become a member of United Methodist Women.

Grow Groups

These groups are what would traditionally be called "Sunday School".

They currently meet throughout the week in various locations.

  • C.A.L.L.Y.'s Class

    Avg Age: 40’s - 50’s

    Subject: Accountability, prayer, and encouragement


    For meeting information, contact Dennis Rice


    For More Info: e-mail Dennis Rice at drice607@gmail.com

  • The remnant

    Avg Age: 30’s - 50’s

    Subject: One book of the Bible at a time


    This group plans to communicate via e-mail and Zoom


    For More Info: e-mail Laura Dangerfield at lauradangerfield91@gmail.com

    "We're an electric group, united by our love to dig deep into God's Word for the edification of the gospel of Christ."

  • Pathfinders

    Rooms 121 & 123

    Avg Age: 30's +

    Subject: Biblical based studies that provide thought provoking conversations


    Meeting Information: 10:30a.m. every Thursday at FUMC in rooms 121/123


    For More Info: Contact Dan and Donna Warrick at dlzw5@wtrt.net or call 576-6128


    "We welcome new members to our class as we strive to nourish each other in Christian love."

  • Crusaders

    Avg Age: mid20's-90's

    Subject: Series styled teaching and open group discussion


    Meeting Information: 2:30p.m. every Sunday at FUMC or on Zoom


    For More Info: e-mail Dan Posey at dposey@cvm.tamu.edu


    "We are a very caring and loving group that if you visit one time, you will never want to leave. We all have the love of Christ in common."

  • Abundant Life

    Avg Age: Mature Adults

    Subject: Discussion of various books exploring matters of faith, honoring John Wesley's teaching that reason must be an important part of our faith journey


    Meeting Information: 10:00a.m. every Sunday via Zoom


    For More Info: e-mail Janice Cranmer at cranjan@att.net


    "In theological reflection, the resources of tradition, experience, and reason are integral to our study of Scripture without displacing Scripture's primacy for faith and practice."

  • Life's Beginnings

    Avg Age: 50's-60's

    Subject: Various Biblical Topics


    Meeting Information: via Zoom


    For More Info: e-mail Lynn Burns at lynn.burns25@icloud.com

  • Searchers

    Avg Age: 40's-80's

    Subject: Weekly Bible lessons with a focus on fellowship


    Meeting Information: Currently via Zoom, but possibly in person soon


    For More Info: e-mail Crystal Harriman at mjlee@4securemail.com

  • Sheep

    Avg Age: 20's +

    Subject: Various Books of the Bible or topics chosen by the group


    Meeting Information: via Zoom or in person


    For More Info: e-mail Aaron Tudyk at aarontudyk@gmail.com


    "We meet to refresh our energy through fellowship and focus on living for the Kingdom."

  • Life Search

    Avg Age: 40's-60's

    Subject: Bible Study


    Meeting Information: Every Sunday at a group member's home


    For More Info: Contact Gina DeGroot via e-mail at ginadegroot75@gmail.com or call (575) 760-5661


    "We are a group of Christians who want to be active in out faith, community and the lives of our members."

  • G.I.F.T. (Growing in faith together)

    Avg Age: 60's-70's (All ages are welcome)

    Subject: Currently studying the book of Acts; focus is learning and applying Biblical truths


    Meeting Information: 9:50a.m. every Sunday at Ron and Beth Welty's home at 109 Wildwood Lane. For directions call either 557-8280 or 223-5119


    For More Info: e-mail Ed and Nola Hopkins via e-mail at ehopkins1721@gmail.com or call 433-5840 or (512) 663-6182


    "We are a friendly, caring group who reaches out to newcomers and old-timers alike as we seek to grow in faith together ."

  • Alpha

    Avg Age: mid30's-mid50's

    Subject: Books of the Bible, marriage, and parenting


    Meeting Information: Meeting at various member's homes for cookouts and fellowship


    For More Info: Contact Brooke Barnes via e-mail at ebrookebarnes@gmail.com or call (806) 290-2515


    "We are a welcoming and fun-loving group of couples."

  • The Wesley Class

    Avg. Age: 20's-40's

    Subject: Accountability, confession, encouragement, prayer, and connection based on John Wesley's Class small group format


    Meeting Information: Every Sunday via Zoom in between services


    For More Information: e-mail Carson and Kristin Gerber at klk1@clearwire.net


    "We are a group of His disciples dedicated to transform into the likeness of Christ through accountability, fellowship, and love."

  • The Collective

    Avg. Age: 20's-40's

    Subject: Accountability, confession, encouragement, prayer, and connection based on John Wesley's Class small group format


    Meeting Information: Every Sunday at 4:00p.m. via Zoom or possibly in person soon


    For more Information: e-mail Alex and Jennifer Valenezuela at jennifer.valenzuela@canyonisd.net


    "We are a fun group of people in a variety of life seasons who focus on supporting the spiritual growth of our class through encouragement, accountability, and genuine fellowship."

  • The Good and Beautiful Men's Group

    Cost: $15 for the book

    Subject: The Good and Beautiful God by James Bryan Smith

    The focus of this course, the first of a three part series, is to help us learn how to live as apprentices of Jesus in our ordinary, daily lives. This starts with knowing the God that Jesus knows and loving God with every fiber of our being. 


    Meeting Information: 7:00p.m.-8:30p.m. every Wednesday in rooms 121 and 123


    For more information: e-mail Joe King at joeking56@gmail.com or e-mail John Barnhart at barnhartphoto@sbcglobal.net

  • Alpha to Omega

    Will begin meeting on Wednesday 9 September 2020

    Subject: Alpha Through Omega: A Journey through the Holy Land

    Take a video journey with Ray Vander Laan through the Holy Land as we learn about the Hebraic roots of our Christian faith. Watch the biblical message and stories come alive as we 'walk' where Jesus walked.


    Meeting Information: 7:00-8:00 every Wednesday FUMC Library starting September 9, 2020


    For more information: e-mail Rick and Laura Reyher llreyher@yahoo.com

  • Women in His Word Women's Group

    Cost: $13 for the book (available on Amazon)

    Subject: The Pursuit of Holiness by Jerry Bridges

    We are women from different seasons of life who study together, pray together, encourage one another, and seek the glory of God in our lives together.


    Meeting Information: 6:15p.m.-7:30p.m. at various member's homes or via Zoom


    For more information: e-mail Jonna Gumfory at jbirdmarie@yahoo.com

  • Friday Noon Bible Study

    Will begin on Friday 11 September 2020

    Subject: We will enjoy a brown bag lunch followed by the sharing of joys and concerns. Each week the Bible Study will watch video presentations by renowned theologians to help us discover what God is saying to us each day about ourselves, who God is, and how we can relate to God and each other. Following the videos, each member is encouraged to discuss their thought, and will be challenged each week to put their faith into action.


    Meeting Information: 11:30a.m.-1:00p.m. every Friday in rooms 125 and 127


    For more information: Contact Francie Pittman via e-mail at pittman26@suddenlink.net or call (806) 679-1411

  • Women's Prayer Group

    All women are welcome

    Subject: We will start with a short devotional, then we will pray for for our families, friends, churches, communities, and nation.


    Meeting Information: 6:30a.m.-7:30a.m. every Wednesday at Darla Nickell's home at 26 Hunsley Hills Blvd.


    For more information: contact Kathi Lee via e-mail at kathilee74@hotmail.com or call (806) 679-4545

  • Myron Dee's Men's Prayer Group

    All Men are welcome

    Subject: Men will gather for a short devotional and a time of prayer.


    Meeting Information: 7:00a.m. every Saturday in the park on the east side of FUMC when weather is nice. If inclement weather, the group will meet in rooms 121 and 123.


    For more information: e-mail John Barnhart at barnhartphoto@sbcglobal.net

  • FUMC Choir

    All are welcome

    Subject: We study all genres of music, rehearse for Sunday Service Worship, and do weekly devotionals. We will be practicing social distancing, and the rehearsals will be live streamed for those that are unable to join in person.


    Meeting Information: 7:00p.m.-8:00p.m. every Wednesday in the FUMC Sanctuary


    For more information: call Mel Brooks at (806) 420-9878

  • Amarillo Wesley Group #1

    Avg. Age: 40's-70's

    Subject: Accountability, confession, encouragement, prayer, and connection based on John Wesley's Class small group format.


    Meeting Information: 5:00p.m. every Sunday in Seleta Abbott's home at 4601 Cherokee Trail in Amarillo


    For more Information: call Seleta Abbott at (806) 646-0656

  • Amarillo Wesley Group #2

    Avg. Age: 40s'-70's

    Subject: Accountability, confession, encouragement, prayer, and connection based on John Wesley's Class small group format.


    Meeting Information: 6:00p.m. every Monday in Brent's Cafe at 3701 Olsen Blvd. in Amarillo


    For more information: call Judy Smith at (806) 670-4893