When: Tuesday, November 19 at 12:00noon
Where: Room 174

The holiday season can be particularly challenging for those who are grieving, often magnifying feelings of loss, loneliness, and heartache. To support those navigating these emotions, Becky Glass, Director of the Peninsula Pastoral Counseling Center, will be hosting a workshop on Coping with Grief During the Holidays. This seminar will share practical tips for managing the spectrum of emotions that may arise and will offer hope and encouragement during this season.

A light lunch is provided, and pre-registration is required. Contact Pastor Meghan at   with any questions.

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When:  Sundays, 9:30-10:30am, beginning Sunday, November 24, 2024
Where:  Rm 103

The holiday season is a time of connection, gathering with family and friends (and maybe even navigating tricky relationships). Do you find yourself wrestling with forgiveness with particular loved ones, whether it's offering it or seeking it? Embracing Forgiveness is a special opportunity to dive deeper into understanding what forgiveness truly means — what it is, what it isn't, and practical ways to step into the process.

We warmly invite anyone not currently engaged in a Sunday School class or Small Group to join this meaningful experience. Space is limited, so be sure to express your interest soon!

Questions? Contact Deacon Troy Sims ( ) or Pastor Meghan Roth Clayton ( ).

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When: Sunday, November 24, 2024 from 3:30 - 4:45pm
Where: Room 206

You are invited to attend an Advent conversation on the theology of the incarnation, the idea that God came near in Christ. This discussion will include a review of the Apostle Paul's declarations of who Jesus is and the relationship of Jesus to God. Together, we will review the birth narratives in Matthew and Luke, the relationship of John the Baptist and Jesus, and conclude with remembering the seven last words of our Savior as recorded in the gospels.

Moderator for the discussion will be Rev. Dr. Robert Parsons, a retired United Methodist Pastor and adjunct professor at Wesley Theological Seminary in Washington, DC. For more information or to get connected to Bob, contact Deacon Troy Sims ( ). Register below.

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New Study from Pastor Dave and Pastor Ryan coming soon!

Questions? Contact Pastor Dave Rochford ( ). 

Each Fall, WUMC offers long-term, in-depth studies of the Bible that focus not only on studying Scripture but also on developing deeper covenant relationships with God and each other, which leads to more fruitful discipleship. Some examples of studies offered in the past (and that may be offered in the future include):

• Covenant Bible Study
  This 24-week in-depth group Bible Study invites participants to read and discuss the Bible together to learn how to love God and each other better. Participants will study the entire story of the Bible while considering the covenant God creates with us, inviting us to live into and trust that covenant as a community.
  Prerequisite: None
• Disciple I: Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study
  This first in the Disciple series serves as the basis for all other studies in the Disciple family that follow. Over the course of 34 weeks, this covers some 80% of the Bible, following the biblical story from Creation to the New Jerusalem. We have started using the aforementioned Covenant Bible Study in place of Disciple I as the prerequisite for the following classes.
  Prerequisite: None
• Disciple II: Into the Word Into the World
  This 32-week study offers a deep examination of Genesis, Exodus, Luke, and Acts, emphasizing the rhythm of coming to God and going for God – approaching all experiences of life as opportunities for faithful witness and service.
  We recommend that you take Covenant or Disciple I before Disciple II.
• Disciple III: Remember Who You Are
  In the Old Testament Prophets and the Letters of Paul, this 32-week study examines the connection between memory and identity as the people of God. Participants will find common themes, including calls to remember, calls to repent, calls for renewal, and calls for community.
  We recommend that you take Covenant or Disciple I before Disciple III.
• Disciple IV: Under the Tree of Life
  The phrase, “under the tree of life,” conveys the promise of finding shelter, security, and rest in God’s love. In this 32-week study of Old Testament writings, the Gospel of John, the Epistles of John, James, and Jude, and finally Revelation, participants will see the entire process of living toward final completion of rest and reward.
  We recommend that you take Covenant or Disciple I before Disciple IV.
• Jesus in the Gospels
  Known as a “Second Generation Disciple Study,” this 30-week study looks at the four gospels side-by-side and asks the question, "Who is the Jesus that you see?” As a group, participants encounter Jesus who is both hard to ignore and hard to put in a box.
  We recommend that you take Covenant or Disciple I before Jesus in the Gospels.
• Christian Believer: Knowing God With Heart and Mind
  This 30-week study focuses on “orthodox” theology using the Bible along with the writings, symbols, and hymns of patriarchs and matriarchs of the Christian faith.
  We recommend that you take Covenant or Disciple I before Christian Believer.

For more information about long-term, in-depth studies of the Bible like the above, contact Deacon Troy Sims (  or 757-229-1771).