Co-ed Groups
Morning Prayer
Gather with others to pray every Tuesday morning at 8am (starting 9/30). The time will include short devotions with prayer time for the community, and optional prayer practices (prayer walks, meditation, etc).
When: Tuesdays at 8:00am
Where: First Washington UMC
Contact: Pastor Meagan
Wiser Together
The Wiser Together group invites everyone to their 6-week study of If You Want to Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat by John Ortberg, beginning January 7th. The author invites you to consider the incredible potential that awaits you outside your comfort zone.
When: Wednesday evenings - Jan 7-Feb 11; 6pm-7:30pm
Where: At the church
Contact: Julie Dotson (314-805-9544)
Fiction Book Group
Everyone is invited to join in our next fiction book discussion: The Negotiator by Dee Henderson. The book is a mystery/thriller/romance story involving a hostage negotiator and an FBI agent. Read the book at your leisure, and we will get together in early February for the discussion. Please reach out to Patty Giebink if you are interested in joining the discussion (pgiebink@gmail.com).
Christian Denomination Study
Learn about beliefs, customs, history, and worship of other Christian denominations.
Once a month, a meeting is held at First Washington UMC for video and discussion of one Christian denomination. Then as applicable, the group visits a church of the denomination to meet with a clergy member to learn more and possibly attend a worship service.
Meetings will resume in the new year with a study on Catholicism. More information and a registration link will be available closer to the event.
Soul Care
How we respond to the events of our everyday lives is our spiritual journey. Soul care is a way of companioning others as they intentionally seek to notice and listen more closely to the guidance and transforming work of God in their everyday lives. Whether in a group or a one-on-one setting, soul care creates the opportunity to gain clarity and experience God’s grace and love in your present circumstances.
For more information, please contact Julie Dotson at connectionsbalance@gmail.com
Men's Groups
Men's Devotional
Join the men of our congregation and community for a morning of devotions and fellowship. Currently, we are going through Stand Strong Daily Devotional book.
When: Thursday mornings at 8:00am
Where: Cafe Mosaic
901 Patients First Dr., Washington, MO 63090
Men's Breakfast
Join the men from our congregation and community as we get together for food and fellowship.
When: 2nd Saturday of each month at 8:00am
Where: Franklin's Restaurant
900 Washington Square Shopping Center, Washington, MO
Women's Groups
Women's Bible Study
Starting January 15, there will be a new 5-week Bible study series for women at 10am on Thursday mornings. Words of Love: A Healing Journey with the Ten Commandments by Eugenia Anne Gamble dives into each of the Ten Commandments and examines their application for modern-day Christians, going beyond the letter of the law to a spiritual truth pointing us toward wholeness and well-being. This will also be a time of community and fellowship. All are invited!
When: Thursday mornings starting January 15 at 10:00am
Where: First Washington UMC
For more information, please contact Angie Dunlap at 636-368-6846
Oasis Group
All are invited to join the Oasis women’s group for their new 6-week discussion and study series beginning January 18th. This is a time to connect with one another, enjoy a meal together, and explore the possibilities the enneagram offers us. In Self to Lose, Self to Find: Using the Enneagram to Uncover Your True, God-Gifted Self by Marilyn Vancil, discover the growth that’s possible when we understand our authentic selves as God intended by exploring more deeply the enneagram tool, paired with profound scriptural insights.
When: Every other Sunday starting January 18th from 3:00-5:00pm
Where: Tiffaney Danz's house (contact Tiffaney at 573-552-6815 for directions)
Women's Dinner Club
All ladies are invited to join a weekly dinner at a local restaurant. This is a wonderful opportunity for fellowship and friendship. Please RSVP to Terri Ritter at 314-402-5032.
When: 2nd Tuesday of the month at 5:30pm (The next gathering will be January 13.)
Contact: Terri Ritter 314-402-5032