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! 

I'm New

Coffee With the Pastors, Next Date TBD
Are you new to our congregation? Come get to know the congregation and Pastor Meredith a bit better. We'll meet after worship 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

MUMC 101
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 MUMC 101. 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
Sundays, 4:00 pm  |  Youth Room
Students play games, talk about Jesus, and share life.
Contact: Pastor Meredith

Mondays

Disciple Bible Study
Mondays, 7:00 pm   |   Hybrid Class
Disciple Fast Track: Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study.  This is a hybrid version of the internationally-known, transformative Disciple Bible Study.  Millions of people like you have found meaningful, lasting community and spiritual transformation through participating in this study.  This study has 24 sessions covering Genesis to Revelation.

This study is easy to understand, and you do not need to know anything about the Bible to participate.  There are three commitments: 30 minutes, five days a week of reading and video assignments; participation in community discussion threads; and joining your small group in 1.5 hour weekly meetings.  All the resources will be on a provided accessible app on your phone, tablet, or computer.  You’ll develop deep friendships with your study group of 8 - 15 people as you all grow in faith together.  
Pastors Tom and Meredith will team teach this Disciple Bible Study.  The group will meet on Monday evenings at 7 pm, by Zoom three weeks a month and in person for one week.  If you have any questions, please reach out to Pastor Tom at tomalbright@me.com.  We hope you’ll join us for this life changing experience!

Creation Caretakers Meatless Mondays
2nd Mondays, 5:30 pm | Church Lobby
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.
Contact: Laura Wild

Tuesdays

Sisters Group
Tuesdays, 9 -10:30 am | Green Room
Sisters will be joining the M&M's group this fall to study the book "The The Gospel of Mark: a beginner's Guide to the Good News" by Amy-Jill Levine.
Contact: Betsy Fuqua

Mary & Martha’s Group
Tuesdays 9-10:30 am | Green Room
M&M’s is a women’s group that meets on Tuesday mornings October 3- November 7  for spiritual growth and fellowship. We have used a variety of book studies to guide us.  This fall we have chosen “The Gospel of Mark: a beginner's Guide to the Good News" by Amy-Jill Levine. Newcomers are welcome! 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
Come join us Sept 27- Nov 15 as we gather for mid week dinner, community, and connection! Dinner starts at 6:00 pm. We will have Kids club, Confirmation will be wrapping
up, and Adult Studies beginning at 6:30. Watch for more info on what adult studies will be offered soon. $5 per person for dinner.
Contact: Catherine Richardson for more info

What’s it all about?  The Sermon on the Mount
Have you ever found yourself in a position where you had to explain what Christianity is about, and you didn’t quite know what to say?  We know that we worship God and follow Jesus, but what does that mean for our lives?  How should we live?  How do we deal with conflict, disappointment, and suffering?  What are our core values?  What are Jesus’ key teachings? 

In the gospel of Matthew, Jesus teaches his followers what it’s all about in a section called “The Sermon on the Mount.”  In this sermon, he lays out ideals and possibilities, reminding us that we are capable of so much more than we know.  It’s a theological pep talk, giving us the confidence and inspiration to live the life to which God is calling us.  

Join Pastor Meredith this fall as we study The Sermon on the Mount.  Be part of a group of people sitting at Jesus’ feet, remembering that we are the light of the world, and with God, we have what we need to persevere and serve with grace and joy. 

We’ll be using Amy-Jill Levine’s book Sermon on the Mount, available on Amazon and Cokesbury.  

Being United Methodist: Our Story, Our Beliefs, Our Lives
Every family, every person, has a story to tell about themselves: where we come from, what we believe in, what we value most, what we hope for. The same is true of churches, whether in a small rural crossroad in Colorado, a mission outpost in Congo, a megachurch in Dallas, or our congregation here in Marysville.

So, who are we as United Methodists? What’s our story, our history? What are our distinctive characteristics? And what are we being called to bring, as United Methodist disciples of Jesus, to our community and the world around us?  That’s what we will explore in our class time together, led by Pastor Bill Gordon.

You can use Being United Methodist Christians: Living a Life of Grace and Hope as a helpful resource, but will not be required. (Available at Amazon and Cokesbury.) Just come join us on our “family” journey.

Thursdays

Friendship Circle
1st and 3rd Thursdays, 12:30 to 2    |   Room 120
Our group is currently discussing the same book Pastor Meredith is using, We Make the Road by Walking.  We spend a few minutes catching up with one another, take turns facilitating discussion of the topic of the chapter.  Share prayer requests, stay in contact during the week as needs arise.  All are welcome to join.
Contact: Barbara Warren or Barbara Hay

Fridays

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
Fridays @ 10 am  | Green Room/ Choir 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 outings, meals and connection. They will begin meeting on September 14 at noon.
Contact: Joanne Hall

Pride Social Connection
A independent LQBTQueer+ 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.

Young Adults
1st & 3rd Sundays
Times vary with the need of the group Serves those 18-30 to have a safe place to navigate the challenges of becoming themselves. This group is about questions, not answers. High school graduates and up.  Contact: Pastor Tanya Spaur Pile

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
 
Joybirds 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