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.
Childcare care provided for all groups when requested. Sign up at below or just show up! Contact Pastor Meredith 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.
Childcare care provided for all groups when requested. Sign up at below or just show up! Contact Pastor Meredith if you're not sure where to start!
I'm NewCoffee With the Pastors, March 30
Are you new to our congregation? Come get to know the congregation and Pastor Meredith a bit better. We'll meet after worship at 12:15 pm. Pastor Meredith can get to know you, and you'll be able to ask questions about the church in a casual environment. Everyone is welcome! Sign up with church office Intro to Membership, April 23 12:00 pm In Person | 6:30 pm on Zoom Are you looking for a faith community where you can belong? Are you interested in learning more about Marysville United Methodist Church? Do you want to know what it means to be a member? Join us for an Intro to Membership. We'll have a chance to get to know each other, share the story of our church from both pastors and laity, and hear from you as well. Everyone is welcome! Church office. Childcare available upon request. Sundays
Sunday Morning Kids Club
Sundays, 9:30 am | Education Wing Join us on Sunday mornings as we journey through the Sparkhouse All Kids curriculum. We enjoy music, a story and the Bible lesson with Ms. Becky & Mrs. Kelsey. We are so excited to have you join us. Contact: Becky Dickinson Youth Group for 6-12th grade students This year we will meet from 11:00 am-12:30 pm on the following dates.
Mondays
Meatless Mondays with Earthkeepers Group
2nd Mondays, 5:00 pm | Church Lobby Do you have a passion for environmental sustainability on a personal and community level? Consider joining our Earthkeepers group where we'll prepare a plant based meal together in the church kitchen and then dream and plan while we eat. We meet at 5 to cook together and aim to eat at 6. And we love families with children. Kids love to cook! Contact: Laura Wild Tuesdays
Mary & Martha Sisters Group
Tuesdays 9-10:30 am | Room 142 M&M Sisters is a women’s group that meets on Tuesday mornings for spiritual growth and fellowship. We have used a variety of book studies to guide us and newcomers are welcome! Beginning April 15 we will be studying “The Message of Jesus” by Adam Hamilton. The book is available at Cokesbury or Amazon. Please call Nancy Stokes or Mary Stiles if you need more information. Contact: Nancy Stokes Chancel Choir Rehearsal Tuesday Mornings, 10:30 am | Sanctuary 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. Contact: Judy Gordon Song Team Tuesdays, 6:00 pm | Sanctuary Our Director of Music, Amy Riffle-Kouyeas, is looking forward to beginning music rehearsals on Tuesday, March 1 at 6:00 pm for anyone interested in playing in the praise band or worship music. If you have questions you can message Amy. Contact: Amy Riffle-Kouyeas 
Wednesdays
Mid Week Dinner & Studies
Wednesdays March 12 - April 9 We're looking forward to our Lenten Dinner and Study groups! Beginning March 12, dinner begins at 6:00 pm and study groups start at 6:30 pm. We’ll have 2 adult studies to choose from and the kids sand youth will meet with Mrs. Becky. Come make new friends, join with old ones, and be nourished in body and spirit by God's community. The Spirit of Justice Wednesdays March 12 - April 19 How is it that people still work for change after continuously seeing the worst of humanity and experiencing the most demoralizing setbacks? What keeps them going? The Spirit of Justice by Jemar Tisby reveals the stories of the people who fought against racism and agitated for justice--and what we can learn from their example, their suffering, their methods, and their hope. Join Pastors Meredith and Tanya for a discussion of this book during Lent! We'll meet on Wednesdays at 6 pm for dinner, discussion at 6:30 pm. Buy the Book 8 Ways to Hope; Charting A Path Through Uncertain Times Wednesdays March 12 - April 19 Currently humanity faces an uncertain future culturally, economically, socially, environmentally, politically, and historically. Scripture reminds us how we might move through times of darkness and pain (rage and revenge) to times of light and hope (righteousness, equality, truth and humanness). We are living in a time when change is necessary if we are going to respond to God's call to live compassionately. Join Pastor Bill and Pastor Judy in a study of Hope as a way of seeing in the darkness that we face. They will be drawing upon the Israelites story of Exodus and the words of the prophet Isaiah. As well as Dr William Miller's book, " 8 Ways to Hope, Charting a Path Through Uncertain Times." Miller's book can be purchased from Amazon. https://a.co/d/01K6a1t 
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ThursdaysFriendship Circle
3rd Thursday of the month 12:30 to 2 | Room 120 We will be meeting the 3rd Thursday of every month from 12:30 to 2:00. For the fall we will be discussing the virtues in the book "The Character of Virtue" by Stanley Hauerwas. We spend a few minutes catching up and sharing prayer concerns. Please feel free to invite a friend or acquaintance or a neighbor you think might enjoy the discussion and fellowship. Contact: Barbara Warren or Barbara Hay Fridays
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
Fridays @ 10 am | Green Room TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is an international organization started in 1948 with local chapters. Our chapter has a policy of being positive in everything we do and it has been operating since 2014. We are a tight knit group (like petals on a flower - we're called "Petal Pals) but friendly and welcoming to new members. We support and encourage one another on our journey to losing weight and getting healthier. We meet in the Green Room on Friday mornings at 10 (or between 9:20 and 9:50 for optional weigh-in). We start our meeting with a check-in from each attendee, have a program on a health-related topic presented by a member and finish up by 11. We play games and have contests, having fun as we learn how to navigate this road. National dues are $37 annually plus a $5 monthly chapter fee but you can check us out for free any Friday morning We'd love to see you and welcome you into our "bouquet". Contact: Judy Haedt Saturdays
Men’s Group
1st Saturdays, 8-9:30 am Breakfast, at The Village Taphouse & Grill, 1204 3rd St, Marysville. conversation & coordinating work project. Contact: Kim Clark United Methodist Women In Faith 3rd Saturdays, 9-10:30 am | Narthex Discussion, prayer and being in supportive fellowship of each other. All women and those who identify as women are invited. We are open to newcomers. Contact: Becky Hall Other Groups
HOPE (Helping Other People Everywhere)
Third Wednesday of the month @ 12pm | Green Room Support for those who are taking the next step in surviving the death of a loved one. All are welcome. Contact: Martha Taschereau LAFFS (Laughter & Fun for Seniors) Join other seniors for meals, activities and connection. They meet the second Thursday of the month in the Green room at 12:oo pm. Contact: Joanne Hall The Middle Leaguer's Pride Social Connection A independent LGBTQueer+ group called Pride Social Connection has formed to connect, chat, share bond, tell our stories, and make lasting friendships in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. ALL are welcome. No drama, sales pitches, political action, controlled or restricted topics, money or required memberships. If you want to socialize with other queer people near Marysville, this is your group. Your best authentic self belongs where you are appreciated. All you have to do is show up. Meaningful conversation in a large room at Marysville United Methodist Church every other weekend. Saturdays from 11-1. Weather permitting we may be outside on the patio, and some gatherings may not take place at the church. For more information contact Ron Whiteaker by text or email. 
Care & Support
Prayer 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. Contact: Donna Wallace 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. Contact: Pastor Tanya Spaur Pile Visitation Team: Bring Comfort to those in the hospital or at home by providing connection. Contact : Pastor Tanya Spaur Pile 
Serve
Miracle House | Help provide housing items as families
transition from our Miracle House into independent living. Contact: Nancy Stokes or Jim Adrian Kloz 4 Kidz | Get fulfillment by serving our community’s local children. Lots of different ways to serve. No experience necessary! Contact: Betsy Fuqua Pregnancy Aid | This group sews, knits or crochets blankets & hats for babies. They deliver to Pregnancy Aid in Marysville once a month. They also donate blankets/hats to new babies in our congregation. This group is open to all who wish to donate their talents. Contact: Linda Huntley 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. Contact: Sherry Haigh 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. Contact: Pastor Meredith Joy Birds Ministry Team Put your crafty skills to work to raise money for disaster relief. Contact: Irma Erickson 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. Contact: Betsy Fuqua 
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