SMALL GROUP MINISTRY

A small group may be made up of singles, men, women, couples, or a mixture of all those.

 

Small groups meet in homes or at church and are shepherded by a faciliator to:

 

  • SHARE WITH EACH OTHER
  • GROW IN FAITH BY EXAMINING TODAY'S CHALLENGES AND BY STUDY OF THE WORD
  • ENCOURAGE AND PRAY FOR EACH OTHER
  • Reach out to others in support

 

A small group is a safe haven where I can:

 

  • Ask others to help me stay true to my Christian Resolutions
  • Learn the Word
  • Live the Word
  • Growth in faith and as a disciple
  • Read and study scripture
  • Share joys, sorrows, and fears
  • Pray for each other and for the church
  • Learn and practice spiritual disciplines

 

SOME  SMALL GROUPS AT HUMC

LYDIA CIRCLE

DEBORAH CIRCLE

DORCAS CIRCLE

Lydia Circle is a loving, supportive group of active sisters in Christ who meet monthly for fellowship, service and devotional time.  Members of this circle welcome anyone who would like to join them on the second Tuesday of every month. For additional information about this small group, please contact Lora Modzelewski at lmodzelewski@comcast.net or 484-319-8568 for more information.

Deborah Circle:  meets the second Tuesday of each month to view and discuss a video study as well as enjoy a time of fellowship.  In addition, two – three times a year, they participate in a service project supported by the Church. For additional information, contact Carolyn Berner or Mary Rycik

Dorcas Cirlce: a group of women meeting monthly to grow in their faith, serve others and enjoy a time of fellowship.  All women affiliated with Hockessin Church are invited to join this group, regardless of age. If you are looking for Christian fellowship, friendship, study and service, please join us.. For more information, contact Joyce Cook.

SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL GROUPS

EMPTY NESTERS: Contact Jim & Paula Taylor at taylorjd7@verizon.net

FREEBIRDS: Contact Lori Wadman at

lwadman@gmail.com

PICKLEBALL:  Contact Andy Sensing at

asansing@AOL.com

GAME TIME GROUP: Contact Carolyn Berner at

berner5509@gmail.com

Please join us for fellowship, coffee, etc. every Monday morning from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. in Room 4 as we make comfort pillows for Hospice, Helen Graham Chemo Center, as well as the children at A. I. DuPont Children’s Hospital. In addition, we will also sew hats for chemo patients and stockings for soldiers. Threads of Comfort & Love is a sewing ministry meeting the needs of persons in times of crisis. Help us to make an eternal difference in someone's life today.

To volunteer and for additional information, contact Joyce Cook, 302-234-2166 or joycejim08@yahoo.com

BIBLE STUDY GROUPS

FRIDAY MORNING LADIES GROUP

WISDOM SEEKERS

CHURCH CHICKS

SUNDAY MORNING FAITHLINK: Contact Jim Rycik at jim.rycik@gmail.com

WEDNESDAY EVENING WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

MONDAY MORNING WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

WEDNESDAY EVENING STUDY SERIES

THURSDAY MORNING MEN'S GROUP

UNITED METHODIST MEN

The Methodist Men meet regularly on Saturdays and enjoy breakfast  together in Faith Hall. We are involoved in several mission projects serving our community through construction and serving, with organizations such as Family Promise and Urban Promise. 

All men affiliated with HUMC are invited to be a part of this small group. 

For more information contact:

churchoffice@hockessinumc.org, or 302-239-3030

COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS

I dont know much about the Bible. Is that a problem?

Not at all. Small groups are a great place for a person to learn about the bible from peers. There are no Bible scholars in small groups, simply people learning together what the Bible says and how to use it to guide our daily life.

How do small groups fit into the tradition of the United Methodist Church?

Jesus was a small group leader. Many of his teachings occured with the twelve disciple. John Wesley, founder of the Methodist Church, formed "societies" or small groups of people learn the tenants of Christianity.

What are the myths concerning spiritual growth?

Many people believe that they can mature in isolated study of the Bible. The Bible can mean something different to each person, depending upon their background and current situation. Spiritual growth occurs best through dialogue with others: learning how it speaks to them and clarifying your own understanding God's Word.

Can my family be a small group?

Certainly. It is an excellent way to be a role model to your children. However, it is important to facilitate discussion and discovery and not one understanding.

Is it possible to have a virtual small group since I travel for business?

Rightnowmedia.org means that a small group can meet virtually. Contact the Small Group Ministry Leader if you wish to facilitate such a group.

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