Monroe United Methodist Church

Alpha Series - Alpha is an opportunity to explore the meaning of life in a relaxed, friendly setting. The Alpha course usually meets once per week for 10 weeks, and includes an amazing one-day or weekend getaway. Each session, people enjoy great food, laughter and learning in a fun and friendly atmosphere where no question about life or God is seen as too simple or too hostile…questions like—Is there a God? Why am I here? Where did I come from? Where am I going? For more information check out http://alphausa.org

Bible Studies – A variety of Bible studies are held through the year. Each quarter a listing of upcoming studies are presented.

Book Club – A weekly book club meets at Coffee Beans and Brew here in Monroe. Folks grab a fresh cup of coffee and reflect on their book reading of the week.

Coping with Grief – This group will examine grief as a result of the loss of a loved one; the stages of grief, working your way through grief, the process of healing, the role of faith, reinvesting your energy, and moving forward.

Discipleship Ministry Fair – We intentionally provide ministry fairs at the start of each quarter to alert our faith community of upcoming Bible studies and discipleship opportunities. Booths and leaders can be found in our Fellowship Hall on these days where you can sign up for classes or sessions.

Emmaus Community – We encourage our members to continue growing in faith and knowledge of the Lord. The Walk to Emmaus is one of those opportunities for growth. This three-day experience takes a New Testament look at Christianity as a lifestyle. It is a highly structured weekend designed to strengthen and renew the faith of Christian people. Emmaus is a combined effort of laity and clergy toward the renewal of the church. For more information about the next available walk check out our local Emmaus chapter at http://northernlightsemmaus.org

Financial Peace – This fellowship group focuses on financial management topics of the groups’ choice. The basics will be covered and could include: personal finance, the financial planning process, budgeting, cash management, credit, debt management, tax management, major purchase and housing expenditures, insurance fundamentals, investment fundamentals, retirement and estate planning.

Mid 20-30 Something’s - who want to have fun and grow deeper in Christ through Fellowship. This fellowship group is geared toward those individuals around the mid 20s to mid 30s. New, occasional, or active church attendees have an opportunity to develop friendships and strengthen their ties to the Church family. Group activities will include socialization, devotions, discussion, prayer, fun and refreshments.

Mid 30-40 Something’s - This fellowship group is geared toward those individuals around the mid 30s to mid 40s. New, occasional, or active church attendees have an opportunity to develop friendships and strengthen their ties to the Church family.

Monroe 101 – This session is for newcomers who are considering membership. The session is designed to provide a concise orientation to the Monroe United Methodist Church community and what it means to be a member. A history of the United Methodist Church and our beliefs are also presented.

Monroe 201 – This session is designed to provide a concise overview of various areas of the Christian faith. Topics covered include: spiritual disciplines, Wesleyan distinctives, apologetics, and many more pertinent areas of the Christian life.

Parenting and Skills: This small group focuses primarily on communication skills and offers innovative ways to solve common problems. We will cover: how to listen and understand your child's concerns, how to get cooperation without nagging, how to deal with feelings, alternatives to punishment, and helping your child have a positive self- image.

Prayer Ministry - We believe in the power of prayer. This is an important part of our discipleship as believers. We will transform lives and the community through intercessory prayer, the formation of personal prayer and shared prayer experience. Pray chains and our prayer shawl ministry enrich our lives.

Prayer and Before Surgery - The pastor is available to pray with you and your family before surgery, or during hospitalization. Please contact the church office at 513.539.7290 with times and location. Due to HIPPA regulations, the hospital will not call and inform the church of your hospitalization.

Small Group Ministry – Small groups flourish at Monroe UMC. We believe in the importance of fellow believers gathering for study, reflection, prayer, and support. Here are some of the current groups that meet routinely:

· Men’s Share Groups

· Beth Moore Groups

· Women’s Share Groups

· Youth Study Groups

· Book Club

· Young Adult Share Groups

· Truth Project

· Alpha

· Contact the church office for more specifics.

Sunday School Ministry – We believe in spiritual growth and enrichment. Adult classes meet on Sunday mornings at 9:30 and 10:45 to study, pray, and fellowship together. Sunday mornings remain a key time for the community of faith to come together for discipleship growth and development. Opportunities are offered for all ages.

Teacher Appreciation – along with our SAIL team ministry we appreciate our schools and support our teachers. We support our Sunday School and Public teachers. In addition, to our annual event of blessing for educators, we work at providing on-going prayer and encouragement.

Truth Project - The Truth Project is comprised of 13 one-hour lessons taught by Dr. Del Tackett. This study is the starting point for looking at life from a biblical perspective. Lessons discuss in great detail the relevance and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life. This one project represents the possibility for exponential change within the body of Christ, as it is expected that thousands will be trans-formed by this curriculum. As it has been throughout history, God continues to call ordinary people to make an eternal difference in our world. In addition, group activities include devotions, prayer, socialization, and refreshments.