Lifelong learner groups are a great way to learn the Bible, grow in faith, and develop a wonderful support system with friends who are experiencing life together and seeking to focus on Jesus. Groups are led by many different members of the congregation at different times and locations.
Slow & Steady Bible Studies
Would you like for the Bible to be a relevant resource for your daily life? Would you benefit from a group of people who care about you and your daily ups and downs? You are invited to join the Slow & Steady Bible Study led by Pastor Kent on Thursdays at noon or 3:30 pm at the church, or with a Zoom link if you need to attend online.
Leader: Pastor Kent King-Nobles (309) 452-2096
Thursdays 12:00 – 1:00 pm & 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Church Lounge & Zoom link
Book Study
Join our faith-based book club, where we explore books that deepen our understanding of faith and enrich our spiritual journey! Share your thoughts, connect with others, and grow together in a warm and welcoming community.
Leader: Pastor Kim Burke kburke@normalfirst.org
First Thursdays: 1:00 & 6:30
Morningstar UMC
Adult Sunday School
Meet with others at 10:30, following worship, to discuss the sermon and scripture readings.
Leaders: Kathy Gossard (skgossard@aol.com) & Karen Mills (sissies4@yahoo.com)
United Women in Faith
UWF provides support and learning opportunities for our members, as well as raising money for missions that benefit women, children, and youth locally and around the world.
Monthly Circle Meetings:
Mercy Circle – 3rd Wednesday at 9:30 am
Sonrise Circle – 1st & 3rd Wednesdays at 6:30 am
Vesper Circle – 3rd Tuesday at 1:30 pm
Leaders: Peggy Cope, President: copejp@aol.com
Ginny Riggins, Vice President
Men’s Group
In Men’s Group, we get to know other men across a range of ages & backgrounds in a safe, welcoming gathering. We discuss short chapters or videos in a faith resource. What is shared is respected & kept confidential. No Bible expertise is expected.
Leaders:
Brent Anderson – papabrenta@gmail.com
Pastor Kent King-Nobles – pastorkent@normalfirst.org
Wednesdays, 6:00-7:00pm (Sept-May), Normal First Room 303
Racial Justice Small Group
You can be a founding member of a Racial Justice group at Normal First. We will select a mutually compatible meeting time and one or several goals. Possibilities include: 1) Reduce our personal racism. 2) Help Normal First become more welcoming to all groups – become aware of how the church has been exclusive. 3) Select a “project” to improve our community.
Ginny Riggins – ginnyriggins@comcast.net Kathy Gossard- skgossard@aol.com