Small Groups
 

 


 

Second Sunday Lunch Bunch
Come one, come all to Oakland's newest small group. . the Second Sunday Lunch Bunch!  This group meets the on the 2nd Sunday of each month from January through May after the 2nd service (approx. 12:30 pm) for LUNCH at a local restaurant. The next Lunch Bunch will be held on the second Sunday in January, 2010August.  Sign-ups should take place on the week before to get a rough idea for a count but there is extra room to join us if you wish on that Sunday.  This is a great way to fellowship and visitors are also welcome to meet some of the OUMC friendly faces in a casual atmosphere. The kick-off for this group was held November 9th at Hoss's in Richland and over forty people had a great time of fellowship (along with a great lunch!)  Sign-up sheets will be in each narthex or for additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.

 


Exercise Your Faith
Do you want to tone up and slim down?  Join our early morning exercise class lead by Chris Plaza, who promises that no two workouts will ever be the same:  circuit training, kick boxing, aerobics and more!  Exercising at Oakland begins Monday, May 4th and will continue to meet Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 5:30 - 6:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall.  Men and women are welcome.  Please wear skid-resistant sneakers.  Bring an exercise mat and hand weights no heavier than 5 lbs.  Fee is $25.00 per month. For additional information, please contact Kristen Mack at 266,7024 or the church office at  269-3678.  You may also email oumc@atlanticbb.net.

 

Praying Moms
The Praying Mom's Small Group resumes on January 12th.  This spring, their small group will be studying "Boundaries with Kids".  They will meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays from 9:15 to 11:15 a.m. at the church and will start on Tuesday, January 12th.  This study was written for parents of children of all ages, from infancy to the teen years.  However, it will also benefit you if you are a teacher, grandparent, coach, neighbor, day-care worker, babysitter or church worker.  The Study Description is as follows:  Help your kids take responsibility for their own actions and emotions - and bring order to an out-of-control household!  In this 8 session program, Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend take you and your small group through the ins and outs of establishing loving limits and instilling character in your children - ones that will help them lead balanced, productive, and fulfilling adult lives.  If you are available on Tuesday mornings, we encourage you to join this group.  Babysitting is provided!  For further information, please contact Kristen Mack at 266-7024 or contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.

 

Disciple Bible Study Group
Beginning in September, Pastor Art Moffat will teach DISCIPLE Bible Study Groups on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday evenings and Tuesday at 1:00 pm.  Evening times will be scheduled to suit each group.  You may sign up for Disciple Bible Study during the month of August.  What is Disciple?  Disciple takes you through the bible - all the way - and you do it with others.  We hold each other accountable.  Disciple has nothing to do with how much or how little you know about the Bible.  The focus of Disciple is to make each week's reading apply to your life, particularly the present & future.  Disciple is to challenge you and  to grow you.  Disciple is designed to help the group members grow together.  We eventually find ourselves (as a group) on the same page, in one mind and in one accord (Acts 2:46).  A longer term small group builds a lasting fellowship and a bond with the others in the group.  We learn not only to pray for each other but with each other.  "to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ." - Ephesians 4:12  Disciple is 30 weeks.  It is a commitment.  A discipline experience.  There will be three Disciple # 1 groups offered this fall.  They will begin in mid-September.  The groups will be held on Tuesday afternoon at 1:00 pm and Sunday & Monday evenings.  Each group will be limited to ten persons.  Six to ten people have been shown to be the most successful numbers for a small group.  Each teaching session will be two hours long, with a half-time somewhere in the middle.  During the last session of Disciple we will identify each person's spiritual gifts.  The cost for the Disciple book is $34. (Financial aid is available).  "The house churches) dedicated themselves to the Apostles' teaching, to fellowship with each other, to daily breaking bread together, and to prayer with each other." - Acts 2:42  Disciple is the # 1 Bible Study used in America.  Why?  It is Holy Spirit inspired - from its development to its teaching.  Do you want more of God?  Through Disciple men and women are strengthened in their faith, challenged to move to the next level in their spiritual walk, and guided into Christ's service and ministry to fulfill your God-given spiritual gifts.  The Disciple Study groups are designed to develop strong local churches through the in-depth study of Scripture, and can help transform our church into a more biblically nourished congregation.  for additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.

 

Spiritual Gift & Passion Discovery Class
Beginning on December 9th at 6:30 pm, Pastor Randy will lead a class to help you discover your spiritual gifts, personal style and God-given passion for serving in the Body of Christ.  The class is called Network:  The Right people in the right places, for the right reasons at the right time.  It was developed by Willow Creek Community Church.  The class will include six one-hour sessions (6:30 - 7:30 pm) and will run into January, 2010.  If you plan to attend, I encourage you to call or email the church office.  We will meet in the Parlor (Room 204)  Hope to see you there.  For additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.

 

Financial Peace University
Beginning in January, OUMC will be offering Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University on Sunday evenings.  FPU is a Bible-based approach to handling all aspects of your financial life, but focuses mainly on getting out of debt.  The average family pays off $5300 of debt and saves $2700 during the 13 week class.  A free preview class will be held at the church Sunday, January 10th and the class will begin January 24th continuing through the middle of April.   For additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.

 

Other Small Groups

Small Group Location Contact, Date & Time
Chancel Choir Oakland UMC Matt Price, Wednesdays, 7:30 pm
Children's Choir Oakland UMC Donna Cartwright
Drama Team Oakland UMC Mike D'Angelo
Exercise Your Faith Oakland UMC Chris Plaza, Mon, Wed, Fri., 5:30 - 6:30 am
Faithful Families Class Oakland UMC Steve Parker, Sundays, 10:00 am
Liturgical Dance Team Oakland UMC Darlene Bain, Tuesdays
Men's Sunday School Class Oakland UMC Greg Varner, Sundays, 10:00 am
M & M Class Ministry Arbutus Park Manor Irene Kendig, 2nd Thursday, 12:00 noon
Oakland Youth Fellowship Oakland UMC Wednesdays, 7:00 pm
Praise Band Oakland UMC Matt Price, Thursdays, 7:00 pm
Praying Moms Oakland UMC Kristen Mack, 2nd & 4th Tues. of ea. month, 9:15-11:15 am
Prayer Shawl Ministry Oakland UMC Third Thursday every other month, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Retired Men's Breakfast Perkins Restaurant Pastor Randy Bain, Last Tues. of each month
Second Sunday Lunch Bunch Various Local Restaurants Cyndi Watters, 2nd Sunday, 12:30 pm
Senior's Sunday School Class Oakland UMC Ed Wingard, Sundays, 10:00 am
Women In Ministry Oakland UMC Cyndi Watters, 2nd & 4th Tues. of each month
Women's Sunday School Class Oakland UMC Barb Bodnar, Sundays, 10:00 am
Youth Praise Band Oakland UMC Matt Price
There are other small groups that meet in various homes.  For more information, contact Pastor Randy at 269-3678.
     
 

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