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| Adult Bible Hour |
| Location: Hinson Chapel (C101) |
| Average Attendance: 75 |
| Age Range: 35-93; Average Age: 55-65 |
| Format: Lecture |
| Teacher: Leo Tyler, Director of Evangelism |
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This is a large, lecture class taught by Leo. Leo is a creative,engaging teacher who can bring the stories of the Bible to life. The class has a well-organized leadership team that serves for six months at a time. Several times, this class has learned of a need in a person’s life, and moved swiftly to meet that need.They have provided major auto repairs, helped with bills, and nurtured people during times of loss.
September-December Study/Series: Good News: A Study at the Gospels
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Connections Class
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| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 215 |
| Format: Presentation and discussion |
| Schedule: 1st - 4th Sundays |
| First - Discover First - Introduction to First Methodist Houston Westchase and our basic beliefs. |
| Second - Small Groups and Spiritual Growth - the small group structure of First Methodist Houston Westchase and the process for the spiritual growth and care of our members. |
| Third - Membership - what it means to be a faithful member of the church. |
| Fourth - Finding Your Place - uses the Birkman Method to affirm much of what you know about yourself while presenting new opportunities to serve. To prepare for this session e-mail Marj Cujko to complete the Birkman Method before Sunday: mcujko@fmhouston.com. |
| Our Connections class is designed for a group of interested individuals to discuss what brought them together, how they can grow and become more like Christ. Every Sunday morning, except 5th Sundays, is a time to get in on the excitement. We look forward to connecting with you as we together connect to Christ. For more information, contact Leo Tyler: 713-458-4704 or ltyler@fmhouston.com. |
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| Encouraging Word |
| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 216 |
| Age Range: All are welcome; Average Age: 35-55 |
| Average Attendance: 10-12 |
| Format: Discussion |
| Teachers: Terri Marsh |
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This group’s purpose is to grow in faith and encourage one another through study, prayer, and fellowship.If you are new to the church or new to Bible study, this would be a great place to get connected.
September-December Study/Series: Good News: Job and Psalms
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| Good News |
| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 140 |
| Average Attendance: 10 |
| Age Range: Intergenerational adults; Average Age: 45 and up |
| Format: Lecture/Discussion |
| Teachers: Keith West |
| This group of singles and couples of all ages is studying basic beliefs of the Christian church emphasizing practical, everyday theology. Understanding what we believe and growing together in our faith in our objective. |
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| Journey of Friends |
| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 218 |
| Average Attendance: 20 |
| Average Age: 50's and up |
| Format: Discussion |
| Teachers: Mike and Cindy Warren, Kevin O’Brien, Pat & Patricia Walker |
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Journey of Friends is a diverse mix of single and married adults. We are a sandwich generation switching from taking care of our kids to taking care of our aging parents. Our teachers take turns leading the class lesson. Study topics are practical in-depth discussions of the Bible and how you can apply God's word in daily life.
September-December Study/Series: Good News: Topical
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| Man Up! |
| Location: Soothing Room |
| Average Attendance: 6 |
| Average Age: Intergenerational |
| Format: Discussion |
| Teacher: Sam Daffin II |
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An encouraging place for men to come and share life's victories and struggles, all the while seeking to be the courageous, faithful leader God has called them to be.
September-December Study.Series: Courageous Men of the Bible"
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| Open Door |
| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 201 |
| Average Attendance: 20-30 |
| Format: Lecture and discussion |
| Teachers: Mary Daffin, Ray Jones, Larry Harman |
| Excellent teaching and fellowship with a commitment to support mission work both financially and physically. This class was one of the original classes of the Westchase campus from the early 1090's and countinues to thrive both in members and spirit. |
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| Proverbs 31 Women |
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Location: Wesley Academy, Room 214
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| Average Attendance: 6-8 |
| Average Age: Intergenerational |
| Format: Discussion |
| Teacher: Tanya Sterling |
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This class is an outlet to candidly discuss the realities and balancing act women have as they journey through life.
September-December Study/Series: "Being 'Savvy and Successful' from God's Perspective"
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| Salt and LIght |
| Location: Wesley Library |
| Average Attendance: 20 |
| Average Age: 30 |
| Format: Multimedia message |
| Teacher: Brian Coats |
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Specifically geared towards the issues and needs that adults 25-45 face, we are all about linking faith in Jesus Christ and Biblical precepts to contemporary life. Through the use of visuals and videos, we experience the Bible in a fresh, contemporary way as we seek to live out our faith with passion and intentionality.
September-December Study/Series: "In the Beginning; A Study of Genesis"
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| Three Strands |
| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 235 |
| Average Attendance: 6-12 |
| Age Range/Average: 30-40 |
| Format: Discussion |
| Teacher: Daix and Anastasia Anderson |
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Our members include committed couples; both engaged and married. Our focus is on building strong partnerships based on a growing relationship with Christ and a deeper understanding of God’s Word. (Ecclesiastes 4:12)
September-December Study/Series: "Marriage Rocks"
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| Truth Seekers |
| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 213 |
| Average Attendance: 12-18 |
| Average Age: 50's |
| Format: Lecture/Discussion |
| Teacher: Mark Harwell |
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The members of this class typically are married or single parents of school- age children. They are actively involved in missions projects, and have a once a month social gathering. They take seriously the goal of living as followers of Jesus.
September-December Study/Series: A Chronological Survey of Paul's letters
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| Women of the Word |
| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 220 |
| Average Attendance: 10-20 |
| Age Range/Average: Intergenerational women |
| Format: Video/Lecture/Discussion |
| Teacher: Kathy Behrman |
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The focus of this class is to study God's word in depth. Kathy Behrman is an excellent Bible teacher. She supplements the series with her own research and insights. The women of this class support each other by praying, serving, sharing experiences and fellowshipping with each other.
September-December Study/Series: Daniel
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