It was rare to see Jesus teaching a single individual. Most of the time, Jesus taught within a group of people. Thus, it is important for us to learn in community. Consider taking part in Sunday School, the Pastors' Bible Study, short-term and long-term studies, and more to learn from the Christ found in community and from each other.
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL
Our Adult Sunday School classes meet in person from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Sunday mornings. A few of our classes also offer Zoom. Childcare is available during the Sunday School hour and during both worship services. Expand the sections below to learn more about our class offerings. If you would like to join a class, contact Deacon Troy Sims ( or 757-229-1771, x258), and he'll get you connected to the class leaders.
ALDERSGATE FELLOWSHIP SUNDAY SCHOOL
Aldersgate Fellowship meets in Wesley Hall and is currently exploring various topics in a lecture format.
Beginning June 1, the class will be focusing on the book of 1 Corinthians. Also, for the summer months, the class will be meeting in Fellowship Hall.
To get connected to the class leaders, contact Deacon Troy Sims ( ).
Beginning June 1, the class will be focusing on the book of 1 Corinthians. Also, for the summer months, the class will be meeting in Fellowship Hall.
To get connected to the class leaders, contact Deacon Troy Sims ( ).
BISHOP MCKENDREE SUNDAY SCHOOL
Named for an early WUMC pastor who later became a bishop, this class meets in Rm 102. They are currently discussing videos about the Protestant Reformation.
This class will take a break for the summer months and return in September!
To get connected to the class leaders, contact Deacon Troy Sims ( ).
MARVIN WILLARD SUNDAY SCHOOL
This class meets in Room 174. Join them for their next series. . .
THE GOSPEL OF MARK with Amy-Jill Levine
6 Sundays beginning May 4 – 9:30-10:30am | Rm 174
Walk with this Sunday school class through the earliest existing source for the life of Jesus with revered scholar Amy-Jill Levine. The good news message comes alive in Mark's telling of Jesus' story where we see Jesus as powerful and weak, approachable yet mysterious. They'll be using this book to guide their discussion along with video of Dr. Levine.
REVIVAL: Faith as Wesley Lived It
6 Sundays beginning June 15, 9:30-10:30am | Rm 174
Join the Marvin Willard Sunday School Class for a six-week journey following the life of John Wesley and exploring the defining characteristics of a Wesleyan Christian. Wesley’s story is our story. It defines our faith and it challenges us to rediscover our spiritual passion. Wesley’s message and his faith continue to speak to 21st-century Christians—calling for a revival of our hearts and souls so that our world might be changed. The class will use this book by Adam Hamilton for this study.
To get connected to the class leaders, contact Deacon Troy Sims ( ).
This class is named for their long-time leader, Marvin Willard.
THE GOSPEL OF MARK with Amy-Jill Levine
6 Sundays beginning May 4 – 9:30-10:30am | Rm 174
Walk with this Sunday school class through the earliest existing source for the life of Jesus with revered scholar Amy-Jill Levine. The good news message comes alive in Mark's telling of Jesus' story where we see Jesus as powerful and weak, approachable yet mysterious. They'll be using this book to guide their discussion along with video of Dr. Levine.
REVIVAL: Faith as Wesley Lived It
6 Sundays beginning June 15, 9:30-10:30am | Rm 174
Join the Marvin Willard Sunday School Class for a six-week journey following the life of John Wesley and exploring the defining characteristics of a Wesleyan Christian. Wesley’s story is our story. It defines our faith and it challenges us to rediscover our spiritual passion. Wesley’s message and his faith continue to speak to 21st-century Christians—calling for a revival of our hearts and souls so that our world might be changed. The class will use this book by Adam Hamilton for this study.
To get connected to the class leaders, contact Deacon Troy Sims ( ).
This class is named for their long-time leader, Marvin Willard.
PERSPECTIVES SUNDAY SCHOOL
The class usually meets in Rm 171, and it is a class invites discovery and diversity of thought as we deepen our faith. This group is designed to meet the needs of our growing church with working-age adults with or without family responsibilities, but it is open to all.
Join them for their next series. . .
EMBRACING THE UNCERTAIN: A Study for Unsteady Times
6 Sundays beginning April 27, 9:30-10:30am | Room 171
Just turning on the news lets us know we are living in uncertain times. Our individual lives are often just as unsteady. Join this Sunday school class to engage and wrestle with life’s uncertainties, not ignore them, while following Jesus with courage, hope, and obedience. They'll be using this book to guide their discussion.
Following the study above, this class will take a break during the summer months and return in September.
For more info, or to get connected with the class leaders, contact Deacon Troy Sims ( ).
SEARCHERS SUNDAY SCHOOL
Searchers Class meets in Room 303 and via Zoom. Join them for their next series. . .
WHICH WAY, LORD? Exploring Your Life's Purpose
6 Sundays beginning April 27, 9:30-10:30am | Rm 303
Join this Sunday School Class in seeking to understand God's desire for our lives by unpacking your experiences alongside those of the apostle Paul. Discover how to discern and follow God's leading even through hardships and doubts, persevering with hope and faith. They'll be using this book to guide their discussions along with videos of the book's author, Rob Fuquay.
THE MESSAGE OF JESUS
6 Sundays beginning June 8, 9:30-10:30am | Rm 180 (note the change!)
Join this class in exploring six of the most important themes in Jesus's teachings, why they matter, and how they speak to us today. The study will explore Jesus’s preaching on the Kingdom of God, the Sermon on the Mount, teaching with parables, and more. Jesus's message is not only life-changing but world-changing. The class will be using this book by Adam Hamilton for this study.
For more info or to get connected to the class leaders, contact Deacon Troy Sims ( ).
WALKING THE FOOTSTEPS SMALL GROUP
A Small Group experience for a deepened experience of the Christian journey of faith as participants support one another. This group is currently meeting in Rm 160.
Starting June 8, this group will be meeting in Rm 352 for the summer months.
If you are interested in starting a Small Group or Sunday School Class, please contact Troy Sims at .
CHILDREN & YOUTH
NURSERY
Nursery care is available at both the 8:15am and 11:00am services, as well as during the Sunday School hour, for children Pre-K and younger. Your little ones can be dropped off and picked up in our Seedlings Classroom found on the 1st floor down the hall from our Sanctuary. Not sure where that is? No worries! Just follow the signs or ask one of our greeters!
Our paid nursery staff and volunteers have years of childcare experience, are fully background checked, and trained according to Safe Sanctuaries best practices. *Safe Sanctuaries is a program developed by the United Methodist Church to protect children and vulnerable adults. To view WUMC’s policy tailored to our local context, see below.
GODLY PLAY
We welcome kids K - 5th grade to our Godly Play circle during the Sunday School hour (9:30-10:30am). This is a time to slow down and spend time with God in sacred story, wondering, and creative response. This hour together focuses on forming our youngest disciples in the stories of the people of God so that they can see how God has always been with us and is always with them. Your family can be a part of Godly Play anytime, no sign up or registration required. Parents can drop off and pick up in the Children's Worship room (in the hallway behind the sanctuary), and we encourage adults to try out the Perspectives Class (Rm. 171) at the same time.
CHILDREN'S WORSHIP
At Williamsburg UMC, we design worship for all ages to respond and grow in deeper relationship with the God who is always reaching out to us in love. Following the Moment of Teaching during the 11am service, our children grades K-4 are invited to Children’s Worship. We’ll gather in the Children’s Worship Space next to the sanctuary to explore a Bible story, sing songs, and respond to God through crafts and games. Kids will return to the sanctuary to sit with their families following the sermon.
YOUTH STUDY
Join us every Sunday from 12:30-2:00 pm in the Youth Room for an exciting blend of faith, fun, and fellowship. We start by playing games and sharing a meal before exploring a Bible story through study, creativity, prayer, and wondering how God is calling us to love our neighbors.
Please contact Zach Griggs ( or 757-229-1771, x 251) for questions regarding children and youth ministries.
We are a Safe Sanctuaries church, to view our policy, see below.
