We believe God created us to live in community with others, and that true life change happens in the context of relationships. Small Groups and Educational Classes are a way for us to connect with others and develop the full, mature life of faith He intends for us.
Connected
Main Building Room 320
Contact: Rachel & Matt Mullins rhmullins1@gmail.com
Connected is a class for young couples. Our studies are currently focusing on marriage enrichment and keeping God in the center of our relationships. We emphasize church fellowship and connection. Come join this new and growing class!
Homebuilders
Main Building Room 305
Contact: Trisha & Mike Carter, mtcjcarter@bellsouth.net mmffcc@yahoo.com
Homebuilders class has been around for years, but it continues to change and evolve. Most members of the class are 40-65years old. We typically use video-based studies that lead to interesting discussions. We love to gather outside of class for social events and try to do that quarterly. Serving together in the community with Huntsville First mission partners helps us to grow in faith.
Upper Room
Main Building Room 310
Contact: Myra Sanderson, mmsanderson@me.com
The class has focused on scripture with three major emphases. First, we look at the context of the scripture during the period in which it was written. Second, we highlight key Greek or Hebrew words that expand the meaning of the verses. Finally, we discuss how these may assist us in a better application of the scripture in our own lives. Presenting teachers bring additional highlights from theologians as well. At times through the year, we also determine if we want to change the format to bring variety to our study.
Additionally, one Sunday a month we invite a representative from one of the missions our church supports to expand our knowledge of these areas of need and service. We have worked together in many of the missions of our church. Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Habitat for Humanity, His Way, and Meals on Wheels are just a few of the missions we actively support. We also enjoy occasional social gatherings over dinner.
The age demographic is 50+. Although our class currently consists of older adults, we are eager to have any age group join us. We believe that in broadening our membership we will learn new perspectives and share life experiences that will be meaningful for all our classmates.
Faith Class
Main Building Room 313
Contact: Terry Lewis, terryTL@me.com
The Faith Class is a vibrant class of members age 70-90+. This class is always full of good Bible lessons and great discussion. We use the Cokesbury Adult Bible Studies with an occasional change to something different. Our annual bake sale raises a significant amount for missions! Several times a year we gather outside of class for a social event or an outside church service at Church on the Lake in Guntersville. We welcome visitors – come join us!
The Gospel Group
Main Building Room 321
Contact: Joey & Lauren Woller, joey.woller@gmail.comlauren.woller@gmail.com
We are a discussion-based group that focuses on in-depth study of topics and scripture, with a strong focus on the gospel and how it is revealed in scripture. Our members are in their 30’s & 40’s, mostly married, both with and without children. We appreciate each person’s questions & insights to spark discussion and help us grow in faith together!
Martha Dotzheimer Class
Main Building Room 302
Contact: Jennifer Dillard jen.staggs@yahoo.com
The Martha Dotzheimer Class began years ago as a young adult class and has grown through the years. The average age of our members is 50-65. We enjoy Explore the Bible studies as well as video-based studies, all of which lead to great discussion of God’s word and our faith. Our group gathers outside of Sunday mornings for social events on a quarterly basis. We occasionally serve together in mission projects.
Encouragers
Main Building Room 319
Contact: Bill Crosby, bill@huntsvillefirst.org
The Encouragers class strives to do just that, encourage one another on our faith journey and in life. We study and discuss various Bible studies while growing in our understanding of scripture. All ages and stages of life are welcome in the class. Wonder where you fit in? You can fit in here!
Strugglers
Main Building Room 220
Contact: Marilyn Hull, Marilyn.hull@me.com
The Strugglers Class is a great group of people mostly ranging in age from 50-80 years old, but with at least one class member in their twenties. Everyone is welcome, and we love to welcome newcomers to the class! Our name comes from recognizing that life has its struggles, but when we lean on God, and support each other in love, we can experience blessings even in the midst of our struggles.
We have interesting and informed studies of the Bible with great discussions. We often study a book of the Bible together, but sometimes approach the scripture in a topical study. Opinions and insights vary widely, and we grow from sharing the ways God speaks to us through scripture. We enjoy gathering for social activities as well as serving together with our mission partners. Some of our members are regular volunteers with Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a wonderful ministry that provides beds for children in our community who do not have beds. Volunteers can participate in building the beds (with plenty of direction!), delivering the beds to the receiving families, and/or providing bed linens to go with the beds. We support other ministries, too, such as our Chapel Church Christmas bash.
Join us!
Pathfinders
Main Building Room 316
Contact: Jamie & Carey Miller, jmiller@missionmultiplier.com, caremiller@deloitte.com
Our class is comprised of seekers. We bring together varied and diverse perspectives in a safe, engaging, and fun environment where we can challenge and encourage each other to share views, experiences, and questions on faith, family, and life. We seek to delve deeper into our continuing evolution of faith and spirituality, and what it means to be a Christian, Methodist, and skeptic; and how our unique views of spirituality can empower our community. Most of our members are in their late 30s through late 50s. We occasionally gather outside of church for fellowship over food and drink.
Mustard Seed Class
Main Building Room 309
Contact: Jeff Jones, jeff.jones12@comcast.net
We’re the Mustard Seed Class. In scripture, the mustard seed is called the smallest of seeds, yet it grows into a mighty tree.
Together, we try to grow our tiny seeds of faith into something really useful. We use lots of Bible-based learning experiences, like scripture reading, video and book studies, personal discussions, and hands-on mission projects.
We also gather for parties or other fun events outside Sunday School two or three times a year.
All ages and life stages are welcome. You can just come and participate if you want, or volunteer as facilitator for a week or two during the year.
Messengers
Main Building Room 129
Contact: Howard Fry, howard.fry@gmail.com
Single and married persons in the ages of 40 – 80, but all ages are welcome!
Using a wide variety of curriculum from topics that members have suggested, to video-based Bible studies and Cokesbury Adult Bible Study Series. This class tends to love discussion and debate in an informal setting.
Big Brother’s Class
Main Building Room 125
Contact: Jim Satterfield, jasqupla@gmail.com
The Big Bother’s Class is a men’s class that studies God’s word, sings hymns, and enjoys fellowship. Come check us out!
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