Opportunities
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Special
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Call to Prayer and Self Denial |
Children's Sunday/Bible School Kickoff |
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Laity Sunday
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Youth Sunday |
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Maundy Thursday Service
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Wednesday Night Lenten Services |
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Thanksgiving Services
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Wednesday Night Advent Services
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Christmas Eve Services
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Small Group Ministry |
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Gravel Hill Church is a booming place. Sometimes
you may find yourself lost in the shuffle, especially if you are new
to the church. We want everyone to feel as though they belong from
the moment they step through the front doors. A great way for that
to occur is to offer a wide variety of activities and groups so that
no matter what your preference, you will find a place to become more
connected for your spiritual journey and for life. |
Already in place are several groups that meet
regularly. These active groups are considered “small groups” of
Gravel Hill Church. They are:
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Holy Grounds Cafe' is the newest ministry at Gravel Hill
United Methodist Church. It is an area for fellowship and interaction with
friends and family.
Holy Grounds is exited to announce that it is now a wireless internet cafe'.
Enjoy a cup of cappuccino or hot chocolate for only 50 cents per cup while
surfing the web. |
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Healing Hands Prayer Group
Contact Lisa Flowers at 832-2048 |
click
here for a list of Wednesday evening activities |
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Adult Bible
Study – A group of adults who meet in
the Church Chapel to study seasonal lessons from the Bible. This is
a study in lecture form. |
Rotating Leaders
Wednesday evenings 7 - 8 PM
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Adult Fun & Fellowship
– A group of energetic adults who meet on the 2nd & 4th
Wednesdays of the month. This group has devotional time with
prayer and fellowship followed by games or service projects.
This is quite an active group and goes on several
fun fellowship trips a year.
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Wednesday Mornings 8:30 AM – Noon |
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Tuesday Morning Ladies Bible Journey -
A study aimed toward women who want to commit to a long-term Bible
study. Discussion centers on all areas of the Bible,
encouraging growth through study. Prayer and fellowship are also included in this
spiritual endeavor. Group meets at the Church.
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Leader - Joyce Lochinger
Tuesday mornings 9:15 - 11:00 AM
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Chronic Illness Support Group -Come join a
Christian support group for people living with chronic illness
ailments. Group meets at the Church.
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Leader - Lisa Flowers
Call 838-4721 to check the meeting schedule
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Circle of Friends (formerly UMW women) -
An energetic group of women who meet once a month at the Church for
fun, food and fellowship. All women are
welcome. |
2nd Thursday of every month
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Disciple - An in depth Bible study (34 weeks) focusing on
disciplined reading of and listening to Scripture. This group
moves through Scriptures from Genesis to Revelation.
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Leader - Pastor Doug Smith
Tuesday mornings 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday evening 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Contact the Church office for other times available
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Friends in Faith – Women meet at the Church and follow a planned Bible Study as well as
fellowship, prayer and delicious snacks. |
Wednesday evenings 6:30 – 8:30 PM
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Praise Team Group Study –
A study for those in the praise team ministry at Gravel Hill.
The group focuses on the spiritual aspects of serving the Lord in
music ministry.
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Leader – Jud Weiss
Every other Thursday evening
6:30 – 8:30 PM
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Youth Bible Study –
The youth group members meet in the church youth room and discuss
topics of interest to today’s young people.
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To be announced
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Men's
Bible Study - A group of men studying relevant
issues for today's men. Video and discussion format. |
Leader - Ray Morgan
Wednesday evenings |
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If you're interested in participating in any of
these small groups, or would like information on becoming a small
group leader, contact Joyce Lochinger at the office of Director of
Family Ministries, 838-4721 |
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