SUNDAY OPPORTUNITIES

ADULT CLASSES - 10:00 am AGAPE – Room 3 The Agape Sunday School Class meets each Sunday morning at 10:00 am downstairs in Room 3. We have recently been reading the Book of Proverbs and are now considering either The Thirteen Apostles by J. Ellsworth Kalas or Rich in the Things That Count the Most by James W. Moore as our next study. Facilitator: Charlene Rawson: Contact: MZ Office (330)665-9817 SEEKERS – Room 4 Our text book is the Bible; either we do a book of the Bible or a study on a subject. We will soon be doing Old Testament and prayers. We have good participation and discussion. Facilitator: Wanda Devine: Contact: MZ Office (330)665-9817 Hazardous Saints – Rooms 5 & 7

Join us as we follow in the footsteps of six remarkable Christian “saints” who risked all for the sake of the gospel. Like Jesus, in whose footsteps they follow, each of the leaders highlighted -- Barnabas, Francis of Assisi, Thomas Cranmer, Sojourner Truth, Dorothy Day and Oscar Romero—made the powerful uncomfortable while bringing significant, lasting change to the lives of those around them and generations of believers who followed. Hazardous Saints challenges us to consider how we too can reflect the love of Christ in creative and intentional ways. We will begin this 6-week class on September 11th at 10:00 am.

Contact: Michelle Davis - jandmdavis19@yahoo.com or (330)668-6044 JAVA & JESUS - Rooms 6 & 8 Come for a time of fellowship and discussion of the Sunday scripture and sermon. We will discuss the application of both to our everyday lives. No preparation needed. Come any Sunday you are available. Facilitation Shared: Contact MZ Office (330)665-9817

SATURDAY NIGHTER’S - Room 145 We use the NIV International Sunday School Lessons and quarterly standard lesson curriculum. Current topics are: God’s prophets and justice, and an exciting lesson on God’s mission and ours. Participation is encouraged as we discuss, share and live out Christ’s love. We will be exploring Isaiah, Hebrews and Revelation. The class enters into discussion and we arrive at Christian destinations. Come join us in our study of the events. We meet in the office, Conference Room. Contact: Dr. Walt Chisholm - (330)604-8679

NURSERY SUMMER NURSERY MINISTRY – 9:00-11:00 AM – NURSERY Ages Infant- 3 years old. It’s never too early to learn about Jesus. MZUMC provides a nurturing and secure environment for our precious little ones with Jessica Bailey and a team of dedicated caregivers.

CHILDREN

CHILDREN’S CHURCH DURING WORSHIP - 9:40 AM AND 11:40 AM Pastor Bill will release children Pre-K-3rd grade back to the Rainbow Room for a special Children’s Church message. The children can be picked up there after the service. Contact: Cyndi Liming at limingcmboa@icloud.com, or Grace Noland at gracenoland@gmail.com

CHILDREN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL - 10:00 am Children ages preschool-5th grade can meet in the Rainbow Room with Miss Bethany for music. After music with Miss Bethany, she will dismiss them to the following rooms: Children in preschool-1st grade will meet in the Rainbow Room where the new curriculum “Dig In" will be introduced to help them experience the life of Jesus. Children in 2nd-5th grade will meet in Harmony Harbor. They will also learn about the life of Jesus from the curriculum "Dig In.” Both classes will participate in bible lessons, hands-on activities, games and crafts appropriate for their age group. Leaders: Cyndi Liming and Grace Noland Contact: Cyndi Liming at limingcmboa@icloud.com, or Grace Noland at gracenoland@gmail.com BIBLE BUILDERS – 11:00 am This class is offered to children ages 3rd grade-5th grade. Third grade will meet in Fishes and Loaves. Fourth and fifth grade will meet in Harmony Harbor. Our monthly schedule will usually be on the third Sunday. For more details, please check out our website. Students will be introduced to the Bible as God’s word. Well known Bible stories will be reviewed as well as lessons that teach how God protected and distributed His Word throughout history. We hope the students learn to make the Bible a personal Treasure for their daily lives.

Leaders: Tracie Gamblin and Jen Mangano – 4th-5th Grade

Lisa McClure – 3rd Grade

Contact: Cyndi Liming at limingcmboa@icloud.com, or Grace Noland at gracenoland@gmail.com

Student Ministry

SUNDAY MINISTRY - 10:00 AM – BIG YOUTH ROOM

IGNITE is for all students in grades 6-8. This ministry exists to ignite a middle school student’s initial interest in Christ and help it grow into a formed faith in Christ. IGNITE meets primarily on Sunday mornings at 10:00 am, but there may be certain IGNITE-only events during the year. PROPEL is for all students in grades 9-12. The purpose of this high school ministry is to propel students into a life orbiting around Christ, providing them with tools and experiences for deeper discipleship. PROPEL meets primarily on Sunday mornings at 10:00 am, but there may be certain PROPEL-only events during the year. LAUNCH The students will be heading down to Grace Park September 18th, October 9th, and November 20th to minister to the homeless in the area. We meet at the church at 1:30 pm and we welcome all to launch their faith into action. FUEL events are our super fun and invitational events, like Messtival, overnighters and Project Feed. All IGNITE and PROPEL students are invited to have fun, make memories, and fuel up!

Contact: Jennifer Dyer – jdyer@mzumc.org or (330)665-9817 x204

WEEKDAY OPPORTUNITIES

Tuesday Tuesday’s with Bill – 9:30 am – Conference Room

Come and join us on Tuesday mornings for our weekly bible study. We will explore the upcoming Scriptures for the Sunday service. If you are not a bible expert, fear not. If you hope to be a bible expert after being a part of the class, you may not be! But if you are looking to see how the Scripture teaches us to live more fully into the life that God has given us, then please come! We will begin September 13 at 9:30 am in the Conference Room! Contact: Rev. Bill Liming – bliming75@gmail.com or (330)665-817 x202

WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY - 9:00 am – Rooms 6 & 8

This fall we will work through The Battle Plan for Prayer Bible Study by Stephen & Alex Kendrick & inspired by the feature film War Room. This Bible study is designed to help believers become more devoted to prayer & to faithfully & effectively wield the weapon of prayer in the battles & seasons of life. “Devote yourselves to prayer; stay alert in it with thanksgiving.” Colossians 4:2

Contact: Jen Mangano (330)334-9277 or Tracie Gamblin pixiebelletg@gmail.com or (330)592-1736

THURSDAY BREAKFAST DISCUSSION GROUP - 7:00 am We are studying Brian D. McLaren’s newest book entitled We Make the Road by Walking, his 25th published book. Each week we will explore a piece of scripture and a couple follow-up questions that McLaren poses with each short (4 or 5 pages) chapter. In his introduction to the book, McLaren says: “The road of faith is not finished. There is a beautiful land ahead, tera nova waiting to be explored. It will take a lot of us, journeying together, to make the road. I hope you’ll be part of the adventure. The Christian faith is still learning, growing and changing, and so are we.” We invite anyone to join us on Thursday mornings at 7:00 am at the Cracker Barrel in Montrose. Contact: Earl Stalter - earls@pinnaclesports.org or (330)606-9248

E.D.E.N. EVE

(Education. Discipleship. Evangelism. Nurture)

Wednesdays, September 21st – November 9th Celebration Service – November 16th

All ages! Join us for dinner at 6:00 pm for fun, fellowship and great food! Classes and groups run from

6:45 to 8:00 pm.

All are welcome to join us for any of these classes at any time.

ADULT GROUPS Intercessory Prayer - Prayer Room - 5:30 pm (Before Dinner)

Come a little early for dinner and join us in the prayer room for an informal time of prayer for our leaders, our class participants, our meal preparers and servers, our church staff, and any concerns that may be resting on your heart for prayer.

Facilitator: Trish Broemsen and Margie Cossin Christian: It's not what you think – Rooms 5 & 7 According to Andy Stanley, words used to describe Christians today often bear no resemblance to what Jesus wanted his followers to be known for. In this eight session video-based Bible study, Andy explores the truth and fiction behind one of the most famous brands in all of history. Participants will learn: What one word should be descriptive of every Christian, How Jesus followers should treat those outside of the faith, and Why people love Jesus, but sometimes can't stand his followers. Facilitator: Paul Levy Change the World – Rooms 6 & 8

We are called to be the hands and feet of Jesus Christ. The world in which we live is starving for the hopeful message of the Gospel. When I followed my call into the ministry, it was with a prayer that God would use my life to change the world through the love and grace of Jesus Christ. Christ has that power but he depends upon us to be the vessels, sometimes whole/sometimes broken, to share that power with the world that God loves dearly. Come and join us for the study of Mike Slaughter’s book Change the World: Recovering the Message and Mission of Jesus.

Facilitator: Rev. Bill Liming

YOUNG ADULT Making Sense of the Bible – Lower Level Lounge In Making Sense of the Bible, Adam Hamilton invites us into an honest conversation about the Bible. The book discusses questions that both Christians and non-Christians have. Who decided which books made it into the scriptures and why? How literally must we read it Why is God so violent in the Old Testament? Why would Paul command women to "keep silent in the church"? Is the Book of Revelation a guide to the End Times? Facilitator: Jennifer Dyer

CHILDREN Expedition Norway: A Cross Culture EDEN Eve 6:40 pm: Preschool-2nd Grade- Music with Ms. Bethany

3rd Grade-5th Grade- Bell Choir with Joe 7:00 pm: Expedition Norway: A Cross Culture EDEN Eve Pack your suitcase for Norway and get ready to expand your view of God’s Love for you and the WHOLE world. We will explore Norway through games, music, snacks and cultural experiences. As a result, we will create confident, faith-filled kids who understand the power of Jesus’ love in a diverse world. Invite a friend to join you on this amazing journey!

Facilitator: Milissa Cern

Youth MINISTRY Youth EDEN Eve - Big Youth Room

Youth grades 6-12 are invited to come and "hang-out" Wednesday nights. This is a time to simply hang out and relax with other church friends. Bring homework or projects and get it done at church with the help of peers. This is a time to simply relax and enjoy the company of your church friends. Jim McCargar will also be around for any homework help, bring all your hard school questions!

Facilitator: Jim McCargar