Beginning at 5:00 PM
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These Church-Cooked, Home-style meals, served in the Fellowship Hall are prepared by small groups who cook together, pray together, and bless the whole church community with great food together.
Whether appetizer or dessert, our Wednesday Night Dinners are the perfect beginning or end to your Wednesday small group experience. |
Wednesdays
beginning September 11
But God! by Herbert Cooper (12 weeks) 3:30pm & 6:00pm
Fear is a complex emotion. Sometimes it saves us from harm, but often it robs us of the life we want. Join us as we learn to live with hope and encourage during uncertain times. The group will be a time of reflection and discussion. Leader: Susan Engle
What's Next by Chris Hodges (6 Weeks) 6:00pm
Do you find yourself asking, “What do I do next? How do I stay motivated to grow deeper in my relationship with God when I feel complacent, intimidated, or confused? What can I do to get back on track when I hit a spiritual rut?” What’s Next offers a practical guide to all those looking for clarity and direction, and will help us to take four steps toward spiritual maturity.
Leaders: Alyce & Roger Gates
Defiant Joy by Stasi Eldredge (women's study) (6 weeks) 6:00pm
We all spend a lot of energy reaching for happiness, but we are never quite able to hang onto it. Real life happens, and our circumstances take us on an emotional roller coaster ride. So the Bible's call to “be joyful always” sounds almost crazy – and out of reach. But it doesn't have to be. Joy is meant to be ours, Joy that is defiant in the face of this broken world. DEFIANT JOY invites us with courage, candor and tender vulnerability to a place beyond sadness or happiness. We’ll learn how to maintain a posture of holy defiance that neither denies nor diminishes our pain, but dares to live with expected, unwavering hope.
Leader: Nancy Massing
Bible Study (12 weeks) 6:00pm
Join us for this exciting study of select Scripture from 1&2 Kings on Elijah and Elisha followed by stories from the book of Ruth. Here's your change to interact with these powerful characters of the Old Testament. Leader: Norm Recknor
Fear is a complex emotion. Sometimes it saves us from harm, but often it robs us of the life we want. Join us as we learn to live with hope and encourage during uncertain times. The group will be a time of reflection and discussion. Leader: Susan Engle
What's Next by Chris Hodges (6 Weeks) 6:00pm
Do you find yourself asking, “What do I do next? How do I stay motivated to grow deeper in my relationship with God when I feel complacent, intimidated, or confused? What can I do to get back on track when I hit a spiritual rut?” What’s Next offers a practical guide to all those looking for clarity and direction, and will help us to take four steps toward spiritual maturity.
Leaders: Alyce & Roger Gates
Defiant Joy by Stasi Eldredge (women's study) (6 weeks) 6:00pm
We all spend a lot of energy reaching for happiness, but we are never quite able to hang onto it. Real life happens, and our circumstances take us on an emotional roller coaster ride. So the Bible's call to “be joyful always” sounds almost crazy – and out of reach. But it doesn't have to be. Joy is meant to be ours, Joy that is defiant in the face of this broken world. DEFIANT JOY invites us with courage, candor and tender vulnerability to a place beyond sadness or happiness. We’ll learn how to maintain a posture of holy defiance that neither denies nor diminishes our pain, but dares to live with expected, unwavering hope.
Leader: Nancy Massing
Bible Study (12 weeks) 6:00pm
Join us for this exciting study of select Scripture from 1&2 Kings on Elijah and Elisha followed by stories from the book of Ruth. Here's your change to interact with these powerful characters of the Old Testament. Leader: Norm Recknor
Thursdays
beginning September 12
Becoming Heart Sisters by Natalie Chambers Snapp (women's study) (8 weeks) 10:00am
Friendships with other women are as important to our mental, physical, and spiritual health as rest, exercise and prayer. God created us for relationships, yet sometimes they can be difficult and painful. With the help of the timeless truth of scripture, this study will take us through the process of finding and nurturing healthy, authentic friendships that enrich our lives, honor God and build up the body of Christ. Leader: Penny Ford (off site)
ReFresh (ongoing) 1:00pm
Join together for a lively and thought provoking conversation over each Sunday sermon. Questions are designed to delve deeper into the Sunday message; fellowship and prayer bring us closer into relationship with God and each other.
Leaders: Diane & Jim Davis (off site)
Bible Beginnings (10 weeks) 6:30pm
If you've ever felt you didn't want to attend a Bible study because you don't know enough about the Bible, this study is for you. Carol and Norm will walk us through the Gospels, starting with a basic understanding of the Bible and how it is compiled; what it says and even define some of the meanings of the more difficult words and phrases that hang us up.
Leaders: Carol and Norm Recknor (off site)
Friendships with other women are as important to our mental, physical, and spiritual health as rest, exercise and prayer. God created us for relationships, yet sometimes they can be difficult and painful. With the help of the timeless truth of scripture, this study will take us through the process of finding and nurturing healthy, authentic friendships that enrich our lives, honor God and build up the body of Christ. Leader: Penny Ford (off site)
ReFresh (ongoing) 1:00pm
Join together for a lively and thought provoking conversation over each Sunday sermon. Questions are designed to delve deeper into the Sunday message; fellowship and prayer bring us closer into relationship with God and each other.
Leaders: Diane & Jim Davis (off site)
Bible Beginnings (10 weeks) 6:30pm
If you've ever felt you didn't want to attend a Bible study because you don't know enough about the Bible, this study is for you. Carol and Norm will walk us through the Gospels, starting with a basic understanding of the Bible and how it is compiled; what it says and even define some of the meanings of the more difficult words and phrases that hang us up.
Leaders: Carol and Norm Recknor (off site)
Sundays
Friendship Class - 9:15 am to 10:15am
The Friendship Class is a friendly and compassionate Sunday School class welcoming everyone who attends. The class includes times of prayer for your concerns, music and bible teaching. You will find the class meeting Sunday morning in the Chapel, which is located in Building 2 (Standfield Hall) next door to the Sanctuary. Come and experience faith and fellowship.
Mixed Blessings - 9:15am to 10:25am
This long term class is predominantly women who have a long and rich history at Ocala West UMC and meets in room 104 of the Sanctuary building. The class begins with a brief lecture style format, led by Mary Ann Curry, and moves to a group discussion where members learn from each other in a casual environment. The class follows the "Adult Bible Study - Uniform Series by Cokesbury." There is an open seat for you. Come and join!
Potter's House - 9:30am to 10:30am
In this large Sunday School class, located in room 203 of Stanfield Hall, members enjoy an extended family type environment to learn about Christ, to learn from Scripture, and from open discussion. The Potter's House hopes participants will "feel at home" and become comfortable enough to share. Members agree to disagree and allow scripture to mld people to Christ. Every fifth Sunday the Potter's House has a family feast. Most importantly, each Sunday there is a place for you. Come and explore.
Leaves Class - 10:45am to 11:45am
"We are learning together from the Holy Bible using the 'Immersion Bible Studies" as our Study guide. These study guides help us use the in depth knowledge of a number of recognized bible scholars as we come together to study and pray and learn from each of the books of the Holy Scripture. Come Join Us at 10:45am each Sunday in Room 104 in the Sanctuary!" ~ Sunday School teacher, Norm Recknor
The Friendship Class is a friendly and compassionate Sunday School class welcoming everyone who attends. The class includes times of prayer for your concerns, music and bible teaching. You will find the class meeting Sunday morning in the Chapel, which is located in Building 2 (Standfield Hall) next door to the Sanctuary. Come and experience faith and fellowship.
Mixed Blessings - 9:15am to 10:25am
This long term class is predominantly women who have a long and rich history at Ocala West UMC and meets in room 104 of the Sanctuary building. The class begins with a brief lecture style format, led by Mary Ann Curry, and moves to a group discussion where members learn from each other in a casual environment. The class follows the "Adult Bible Study - Uniform Series by Cokesbury." There is an open seat for you. Come and join!
Potter's House - 9:30am to 10:30am
In this large Sunday School class, located in room 203 of Stanfield Hall, members enjoy an extended family type environment to learn about Christ, to learn from Scripture, and from open discussion. The Potter's House hopes participants will "feel at home" and become comfortable enough to share. Members agree to disagree and allow scripture to mld people to Christ. Every fifth Sunday the Potter's House has a family feast. Most importantly, each Sunday there is a place for you. Come and explore.
Leaves Class - 10:45am to 11:45am
"We are learning together from the Holy Bible using the 'Immersion Bible Studies" as our Study guide. These study guides help us use the in depth knowledge of a number of recognized bible scholars as we come together to study and pray and learn from each of the books of the Holy Scripture. Come Join Us at 10:45am each Sunday in Room 104 in the Sanctuary!" ~ Sunday School teacher, Norm Recknor