Growth Groups
Take The Next Step
We’re here to help you connect with God and others. Some Growth Groups focus on learning, while others emphasize serving. By choosing to volunteer and participate, you can build friendships, find support, and receive encouragement.
Interested in leading a group? Email Terri Kraft at tkraft@firstunited.org for more information.
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Monday at 10am
Morning Light meets at 10:00 at the church. Returning September 2, we will be studying "Galatians: Accepted and Free" by Jada Edwards we'll see how the Apostle Paul delivers passionate and urgent assurance, helping us understand that once we place faith in Jesus, we are transformed and made new; Fully Accepted and Free!
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Monday at 6:30pm
Young Women’s Group – meets at 6:30 pm in conjunction with The Gathering Place and Pastor Amy
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Tuesday at 6:30am
Men’s online sermon discussion 6:30am on Zoom.
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Tuesday at 10am
Disciple Study Group in Room 1&2 Starting back in September.
Join us as we do a companion study to the hit new series “The Chosen” As we discuss the life of Jesus and “The Chosen” we’ll also look at what it truly means “to be chosen.” Being chosen by Jesus has beautiful and far-reaching implications. We are loved because He is love. We are saved because He is merciful. We belong to the family of God because Jesus invites us, making the Bible and all its promises as true for us today as it was for God’s chosen people.
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Wednesday at 7:30am
Men’s sermon discussion - meets at 7:30am at the Casements
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Wednesday at 8am
Men’s morning bible study meets at 8am at First United Fellowship Hall. Studying Nehemiah and Esther.
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Wednesday at 10am
FRESH START: Join us!! New study topic starting in August. We will walk together through the book of Romans. This study is designed to help you understand Scripture in fresh ways. . We are meeting in various locations. We’ll connect you with directions when we receive your sign up.
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Wednesday at 12pm
Stringing Pearls In Person Resuming in September. Room 1&2
Join us as we learn about the Holy Land and Jesus ministry through the gospel of Luke. Our study with Kristi McLelland has video sessions that were taped on location in the Holy Land. We'll gain new insights about the real geography of the Bible and also learn how Jesus, the Messiah, brought His kingdom to earth for everybody.
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Wednesday at 6PM
University of First United - Studying "The After Party" - a 6 week program designed to help you move towards better Christian politics. Through this study, you’ll be equipped & encouraged to do the hard work of engaging across differences, reframe your political identity in light of the Gospel’s promises, and focusing your heart & mind on the “how” of relating to each other before the “what” of political opinions.
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Thursday at 7pm
Thursday Fellowship Group: meets online at 7pm - We dive deep into each verse and we are gaining so much from our study of James. We always have room for one more. Study questions are emailed prior to the online meeting.
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Sunday at 10:10am
Parables from the Back Side: Bible Stories with a Twist by Ellsworth Kalas Each week we’ll discuss a different parable, viewing them through the eyes of a minor or unsympathetic character. We meet in Room 4, just down the alley way behind the kids playground.
Next Steps
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Discover Hope
Attend Consistently
Will you commit to being fully present and put God first with your time? We have two weekly services - a 9am Contemporary service and an 11am Traditional service.Can't make it this week? You can livestream with us Sunday mornings at 9 and 11 or re-stream past services.
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Deepen Faith
Grow Relationally
Are you ready to join a growth group?Give Generously
At First United, we put God first in our finances. Countless people experience God's blessings when they tithe, but often the first step is the hardest one to take. -
Demonstrate Love
Serve Passionately
You can make a difference. Whether you're good with numbers, words, technology, or people, God wants to use your gifts and skills to make a difference. We have opportunities for any schedule, so just let us know where you are interested in serving.Share Faith Fearlessly
We're all called to share our faith. After all, someone in your life shared the truth of Jesus with you. Bring a friend to church or invite them to watch our livestream.
Serve
We Have a Place for You!
United Methodists believe in putting faith into action, following John Wesley’s guidance: "Do all the good you can, in all the places you can, to all the people you can." Every person in our church is called to serve and live out their Christian calling by volunteering in mission programs, local outreach, and global emergency response efforts.
Service Groups
We partner with groups like Halifax Urban Ministries, Inua, and New Start. You can click on their links for more information about their programs.
Quarterly Community Serve Team – Join us on Super Bowl Sunday and three Saturdays a year to take on projects in Ormond and Daytona Beach. Ready to help or know an organization in need? Contact Terri Kraft.
More Ways to Serve:
Greeters: Welcome guests with a smile and make them feel at home.
Guest Services: Assist guests with information about events, ministries, and services.
Coffee Team: Foster fellowship by welcoming guests with coffee after services.
Hospitality: Organize and serve food at special events throughout the year.
MEMBERSHIP AT FIRST UNITED
Membership at First United supports your commitment to follow Christ, but joining is not required to participate in church life.
To become a member, baptism is the only requirement. We offer numerous baptism opportunities throughout the year. For information on upcoming events, sign up for our weekly email or contact Terri Kraft at tkraft@firstunited.org. Use our website’s BAPTISM REGISTRATION FORM to request a baptism date or join a scheduled baptism.
To join the church, contact Terri Kraft at tkraft@firstunited.org.
We encourage members to engage in at least one of our five key disciplines of faith: attending consistently, growing relationally, serving passionately, giving generously, and sharing faith fearlessly. Before joining, complete a spiritual gifts inventory and commit to one of these disciplines.
We look forward to welcoming you to the First United family!
