Senior Pastor’s Study: Understanding the Book of Revelation
Led by Dr. Tim Bruster
Wednesday evenings starting September 5
Dr. Tim Bruster will lead a 6-week study on Bruce Metzger’s book “Breaking the Code: Understanding the Book of Revelation”. The class will be held on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in room 350 of the main building. There will be six sessions on the following dates: September 5, 12, 19, and October 3, 10, 17 (The class will not meet on September 26). Participants will need to bring their Bibles, and any translations that you desire. The more different translations, the better! You may purchase a copy of the Breaking the Code participant guide for $15. Register now
Confronting the Controversies
Led by Daniel Roe
Sunday mornings starting September 9
In this 8-week study, participants will explore Adam Hamilton’s book “Confronting the Controversies,” a DVD study that looks at the most controversial issues of our time from a Biblical perspective. The class will begin on Sunday, September 9 and last through October 28. The class will meet from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 in room 333 of the main building. Cost of the study is $10. Register now
Women’s In-Depth Bible Study
Led by Rev. Kay Johnson
Mondays starting September 10
The study meets from 1:00-2:30 p.m. in room 272 in the Foundation Building. Classes will begin on September 10 and end on May 13. Cost of the study for new participants is $30 which covers the cost of the study manual. Register now
Women’s Bible Study
Led by Rev. Phyllis McDougal
Wednesday mornings starting September 19
This class will explore the book, “The Rapture Exposed: The Message of Hope in the Book of Revelation” by Barbara R. Rossing. In The Rapture Exposed, the book argues that this script for the world’s future is nothing more than a disingenuous distortion of the Bible, based on a psychology of fear. The truth is that Revelation offers a vision of God’s healing love for the world. The Rapture Exposed will stir the heart and honor the mind. The class will begin on September 19 and last through November 14. The class will meet on Wednesdays in room 231 of the main building from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Cost of the class is $15 which covers the cost of the book. Register now
Theological Discussions IV
Led by Rev. Linda McDermott
Thursday mornings starting September 20
The class will begin on Thursday, September 20 and it will last through April 25. The group will meet from 9:15-11:00 a.m. in room 350 of the main building. This year, the group will explore the Challenge of Jesus. There are no hard and fast prerequisites for this study. However, the majority of participants have had at least two years of Disciple Bible study. New participants should feel comfortable with an open discussion of the meaning of Scripture using recent Biblical scholarship, and a variety of theological perspectives. Cost of the class is $10 which covers the cost of course materials. Register now
The Way of Forgiveness
Led by Nancy Tully
Sunday mornings starting October 7
As a follow up to our September worship theme of Forgiveness, we are offering an 8-week study on “The Way of Forgiveness.” The class will meet on Sunday mornings from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in room 336 in the main building. The study will be offered from October 7 to November 25. The cost of the study is $15. You are invited to open yourself to God’s grace during this exploration of our call to forgive and be reconciled with others, even as we have been forgiven by and reconciled to God in Jesus Christ. In this 8-week study, the transformational possibilities of forgiveness will be explored through the lens of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Register now
Young Adult Bible Study: Breaking the Ice: Learning to Share Our Stories
Led by Rev. Gena Anderson
Wednesday nights starting November 7
The Young Adult Bible study will meet on Wednesday nights from 7:00-8:00 p.m. in room 147 of the main building. It will begin on Wednesday November 7 and last through February 13. In this class, we will explore the importance of story and how we can live a good story with our lives. Participants will be guided through the Storyline process, a life planning process based on the elements of story. The final step of the Storyline process involves filling out a dashboard that can be used as a desktop on a computer and edited as life progresses. The class will include the printed and online assessment tools. Cost of the study is $40 which covers the cost of printed and online course materials. Register now
Faith Groups - A New Small Group Opportunity
First United Methodist Church, Fort Worth is launching a new small group ministry called Faith Groups. Faith groups are small groups that will meet for an hour on a weekly basis. These groups will help members grow in their faith, connect persons to one another outside of our traditional church settings, and hold each other accountable as the group journeys together in faith. The format will be open dialogue centered on focused questions. Discussions may include notes from prior Sunday’s sermon or reflecting theologically on current topics. Groups will be forming throughout the year. To sign up for this new exciting adventure, contact Rev. Gena Anderson at ganderson@MyFUMC.org or call 817/339-5067.
Ongoing Opportunities
Men’s Tuesday Morning Bible Study
Led by Fred Cantu
Tuesdays at 7:00 a.m. in room 154 of the main building
All men are welcome to enjoy fellowship, prayer, support and new spiritual growth on your faith journey as well as meeting other men in the church. There is no charge to attend or pre-registration to attend. For more information contact Fred Cantu at fcantu@carterpark.com or 817/922-8509. Coffee will be provided at the study. Beginning on August 28 and lasting for 18 weeks the group will explore William Barclay’s book, The Letters to the Corinthians. There is no cost or pre-registration required.
Centering Prayer
Led by Emily Haeussler
Wednesdays at 8:30 a.m. in Room 147
All are welcome to join this ongoing group that meets weekly for the Christian Spiritual Practice of Centering Prayer. This group is affiliated with the rapidly growing, interdenominational community supported by Contemplative Outreach. This simple spiritual practice helps deepen awareness of God’s awesome Presence and gentle guidance throughout each day. There is no cost or pre-registration required.
