Something profound happens when we study, ask questions, serve and wonder aloud with others. There's more insight, wisdom, experience around the circle then we usually have in our individual life. When we connect with each other on a deeper level, the growth and life change that results is powerful. We serve our community together. We care for each other.
ALL groups are drop-in friendly. Check out the dynamics and content of the group free of commitment or RSVP.
Nursery care provided for all groups when requested. Sign up at marysvilleumc.org/groups or just show up!
Questions? Contact Nichole at welcome@marysvilleumc.org or 360-659-8521.
Sign up at below or just show up! Contact Nichole if you're not sure where to start!
ALL groups are drop-in friendly. Check out the dynamics and content of the group free of commitment or RSVP.
Nursery care provided for all groups when requested. Sign up at marysvilleumc.org/groups or just show up!
Questions? Contact Nichole at welcome@marysvilleumc.org or 360-659-8521.
Sign up at below or just show up! Contact Nichole if you're not sure where to start!
I'm NewJoin the Journey Gathering | October 21, 6:30-8p
New to the church recently? Meet Pastor Jenny, learn more about what’s important to this faith community, and make some new friends. Light refreshments provided. RSVP on the yellow bulletin insert or at Nichole Kirschner, welcome@marysvilleumc.org. Membership Class | November 4, 6-8p
Dig deeper into what it means to be a United Methodist, what membership means and how we grow in our Jesus life. Dinner provided. Contact Nichole Kirschner, welcome@marysvilleumc.org. SundaysWorship Gatherings
8:30 + 9:45 (Contemporary), 11:00 (Traditional) Music, prayer, a message, reflection, giving and time to recharge for our week ahead. Infants + Children | Nursery care for infants – 4 yrs. for all services in room 114. Kids Club is for children ages 5-5th grade and provided at all three services. Children are taught based on grade level for safe and fun spiritual encouragement following the Children's Moment until the last song of service, when your children will be returned to you in the sanctuary. Becky Dickinson, families@marysvilleumc.org. Youth Group for 6-12th grade students, 11-1p Students play games, talk about Jesus, and share life. Dakota McFarland, youth@marysvilleumc.org. MondaysInfant + Toddler Playgroup, 10:30 – 12p
Low structure play group for parents to socialize in our church nursery. Kate Kilroy, katejkilroy@gmail.com. Parent Hacks! Monthly from 9:15-10:15a There are so many things I wish someone would have told me about how to survive these tiny, busy humans who leave me feeling exhausted! If you've ever felt too tired to be creative -- I've been there. In fact, I think we've all been there. Borrow parenting strength from someone else as we share and swap parenting ideas! And obviously, what good is help without coffee? Coffee will be provided. September 16: Tips on reducing the daily stress of trying to just get to the next activity on time. October 14: Trick or treat? How to manage the sugar rush and balance the fun and fits! November 2: Gratitude practices. How to create appreciative kids. December 2: Family traditions. Establishing meaningful rituals for your family. Kate Kilroy, katejkilroy@gmail.com. Caregivers Support Group, 1st & 3rd Mondays, 1p Support + conversation for anyone caring for an adult loved one. Bill and Judy Gordon, billandjudyg@comcast.net. Creation Caretakers Meatless Mondays 2nd Mondays, 5:30p Do you have a passion for environmental sustainability on a personal and community level? Consider joining our Creation Caretakers group where we'll prepare a plant-based meal together in the church kitchen and then dream and plan while we eat. Laura Wild, lmwild2001@yahoo.com. TuesdaysSisters Group, 9 a
If you are a woman at the Marysville United Methodist Church who is looking for a comfortable place to explore the Bible among new friends then you will love Sisters. Vickie Evensen, vickieevensen9990@gmail.com United Mission Group, 1st Tuesdays, 11a We will check into United Methodist Women in Mission, nationally and locally. There will be a potluck lunch at 12 pm following the gathering. Come join this group for lunch hour even if you cannot make it for the meeting. Come be part of the largest Women’s organization in the world, celebrating 150 years in Mission for women, children and youth. Joanne Hall, djhall2@hotmail.com. 
Wednesdays
Seekers Women's Group, 1-2:30p
A bible study group that meets on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays in the church library. Coralie White at (360) 659-6969. Wednesday Night Dinners, 5:30-6:15p September 11th – November 20th Enjoy dinner with old and new friends. $5/person or $15/family. Green Room at church. RSVP in yellow worship insert. Wednesday Kids Club, 6:30-7:30p Games, crafts, & stories for 4 years-5th grade students to support their faith journey. Becky Dickinson, families@marysvilleumc.org Youth Group for 6-12th grade students, 6:30-7:30p Students play games, talk about Jesus, and share life. Come early to work on homework or volunteer serving dinner! Dakota McFarland, youth@marysvilleumc.org. Chancel Choir Rehearsal, 7-8:30p, | Longing for a musical experience to satisfy spiritual need with warm fellowship? Join us and guide others through worship at our 11:00 am Sunday gatherings. Childcare available. Judy Gordon, billandjudyg@comcast.net. Mary & Martha’s Group, 6:30-8p | Learning, growth and support for women. Nancy Stokes, nancy.scottstokes@gmail.com. Thursdays
Praying Hands Prayer Quilts, 9:30-12:30p
Have a mission of creating then blessing our community during difficult times. We welcome any new visitors! We welcome you on any commitment level! All people, with just basic knowledge of sewing. We are happy to coach, instruct, and provide materials to learn, Please feel welcome to show up try it out before joining. No pressure and no obligation. Meets at Ruth Soward’s home. Paula Bemis, pbemis123@aol.com. HOPE (Helping Other People Everywhere) 3rd Thursdays, 12-2p Support for those who are taking the next step in surviving the death of a partner. Shirley Isaacson, sisaacson42@gmail.com. Song Team Rehearsal, 7-8:30p Explore your walk with God through leading worship while celebrating God with contemporary music during Sunday worship. Aaron Smith, worship@marysvilleumc.org. Fridays
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), 10a
A friendly, compassionate & encouraging group for those on a weight loss journey. Barbara Warren, runnybabbit42@yahoo.com. Saturdays
Men’s Group, 1st Saturdays, 8-9:30a
Breakfast, at The Village Taphouse & Grill, 1204 3rd St, Marysville. conversation & coordinating work project. Kim Clark, kimkassclark@yahoo.com. UMW2, 2nd Saturdays, 8-9:30a Discussion, prayer time and being in supportive fellowship of each other. All women are invited. Becky Hall, msbecky5@gmail.com. 
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Other GroupsLAFFS (Laughter & Fun for Seniors)
Join other seniors for outings, meals and connection. Linda Huntley, boblin.hunt@comcast.net. Young Adults, Times vary with the need of the group Serves those 18-40 to have a safe place to navigate the challenges of becoming themselves. This group is about questions, not answers. High school graduates and up. Tanya Pile, pastortanya@marysvilleumc.org. 
learning circlesFriends & growth in a short term season!
Childcare available at church or in home for most groups. Want to sign up? Visit www.marysvilleumc.org/lc or contact the leader directly. Sunday Morning Group Sundays, 9:45-10:45a | Church Library September 8th – November 17th Drop ins welcome for a friendly, light Bible study + conversation. We choose our topics together and are excited to make new friends. Rick Wood, rickwood07@gmail.com. Monday Night Group Mondays, 6:30-7:30p | Church Library September 9th – November 18th Be accepted in a small group setting while we decide what to study with comfortable conversation. Leader: Lisa Wilson, koolmom69@gmail.com Cooking with Jesus Tuesdays, 5-7p | Terri Morse’s home September 24th – November 9th Every week we’ll jointly prepare a meal and learn to cook new and favorite dishes. Bring an ingredients(s) to contribute toward the cooking process (after the first week). First week is provided and we’ll choose 8 topics & scriptures for our time together. We will talk over these subjects while cooking and eating – referencing scripture and our own God provided wisdom. Our goal is for everyone to walk away with new and healthy recipes, new God inspired insights, and new friends. This would be especially good for singles, and any foreign students or families who want to work on their English and learn American cooking. Leader: Terri Morse, terrimarkmorse@gmail.com. “Unplugging in a Noisy World” Fireside Chats Wednesdays, 6-7p | Lauren Blaser’s home September 11th – November 20th Are you having trouble finding focus the whirlwind of day to day life? Stop spinning and join Lauren’s Fireside Chats on Wednesday evenings. This group will focus on the concept of digital minimalism where we will learn how to maximize our technology while minimizing our screen time. We will also learn how to find quiet time and practice meditation as we thread through our busy lives. Leader: Lauren Blaser, Laurensb14@gmail.com. Dog friendly home. Speaking Christian: Why Christian Words Have Lost Their Meaning & Power – And How They Can Be Restored Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30p | Choir Room Much of our Christian language has become distilled, distorted and disconnected from the beliefs which once underpinned it. Marcus Borg guides our conversation on how to restore and renew the core of our faith. Pastor Tanya Pile, pastortanya@marysvilleumc.org. Overcoming Emotions that Destroy Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30p | Church Library September 11th – November 20th Do tensions and day-to-day frustrations result in stressed interactions with your loved ones? Anger is an emotion we all can relate to. But anger does not have to be an uncontrolled, negative emotion. This DVD study and conversation will help us identify our own anger profile and show us how to harness the anger so we can grow. Leader: Jodie Moll, Jodie.moll@gmail.com. My Journey of Faith and Doubt Thursdays, 12:30-2p | Barb Warren’s home September 12th – November 21st We’ll encompass all stages of transitions of life. Hebrews 11 will be our guiding scripture. The first meeting will focus on fellowship and getting to know one another. Barb will prepare lunch! We have questions and scripture to ponder and plenty of discussion time. Our goal is for a support group to build with the knowledge and trust that no one is alone on this journey. Leaders: Barb Warren & Barbara Hay. Runnybabbit42@yahoo.com. Cat friendly home. Childcare provided at Church upon request. Empowered Women: A Relationship Conversation Thursdays, 6-7p | Choir Room September 12th – November 21st If you are a person who identifies with feminine energy who desires to strengthen your relationship with your masculine partner or other relationships then this is a safe circle for you! In this circle we will discuss 6 “intimacy skills” which are specific action steps to solidify our connection with others. These skills are from a book entitled “The Empowered Wife,” and will be discussed in connection to our partner-relationships, our family relationships, and our wider relationship circles. Leader: Stephanie Galindo, Estefanichka@gmail.com. Care & SupportPrayer Chain: Do you love to pray for others? This is private way to bless someone else in need. Sign up to
receive our prayer team email. Nancy Wolff, nancyw6@frontier.com. Caring Cooks: Help provide meals for people in a time of need, such as surgery, death of a loved one, or birth of a child. Tanya Pile, pastortanya@marysvilleumc.org. Visitation Team: Bring Comfort to those in the hospital or at home by providing connection. Tanya Pile, pastortanya@marysvilleumc.org. 
serve
Kloz 4 Kidz | Get fulfillment by serving our community’s local children. Lots of different ways to serve. No experience necessary!
Betsy Fuque, bafuqua1@gmail.com. Mad Hatters, 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 1-3p Express your artistic, creative side while enjoying a laugh at Carol Albright’s home. Carol Albright, Carol_albright@me.com. Community Lunch Give back to others serve lunch for people in Marysville on Mondays at noon at the Unitarian church. Nancy Killgore, Nkillg@livecom. Marysville Food Bank Make a difference blessing the hungry in our community. Donate food for the Marysville Food Bank by grabbing a green Simple Gesture bag at church returning it full of food! You can also sign up to help distribute the donations. Sherry Haigh, winthro1@yahoo.com. Worship Team Make a personal investment in your Sunday worship experience by using your own Gifts of Creativity and charisma! Read scripture, serve as an usher or greeter, serve communion or help prepare the space. Pastor Jenny, pastorjenny@marysvilleumc.org. Wacky Birds Ministry Team Put your crafty skills to work to raise money for disaster relief. Joy Griffith, jjgriff4@comcast.net. Allen Creek Elementary Volunteers Sign up to volunteer with a teacher’s class for an hour or two per week, during the school year. You select the grade level and subject. This takes no experience, just an interest in children. Betsy Fuque, bafuqua1@gmail.com. 
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