CONNECT GROUPS

 

 

Relationships are one of the most important and vital pieces of ministry. Together we can help each other, together we can support each other, together we can reach out. So it’s no surprise that our Connect Groups are a HUGE part of our ministry. In these groups, you’ll find community, laughs, tears, similarity, diversity and, most importantly, compassion for each other. We have Connect Groups for every age and every stage. We hope you’ll connect with us!


 

CLICK HERE FOR THE ONLINE CONNECT GROUPS BROCHURE FOR 2023/2024.

CORNERSTONE
This class of dynamic people alternate between studies of the Bible and studies that help apply Biblical principles to our lives. Class for married or single middle-aged adults. Rooms 109/110. Contacts: Danny Reed, dreed@ferrellpaving.com, Mark Moody: mark@bkpress.com

GIFT
This class has a mix of members mostly in their 30’s and 40’s who are married, single, without kids with and with kids from birth to high school. GIFT is a discussion-based community group covering a wide range of studies and topics. Intentionally designed to be welcoming to all. Join long-term or come by for a single study. Room 102 Contact: Nicholas Brown, nsbrown74@icloud.com, 414-217-5053, Kerry Johnson, kerry733@bellsouth.net, or join the CUMC GIFT Class Facebook group.

NEW BEGINNINGS
This class dives into the Bible exploring places, facts, people, and stories that form the pillars of our faith. Class for middle-aged adults. Room 101. Contact: Sean Baggett, spin003@gmail.com, Jeffrelyn Arterburn, jjarter@bellsouth.net.

OPEN DOOR
This class is for spirit-filled, ‘more mature’ adults who love the Lord and each other and who want to continue to learn and serve.  Room 19. Contact: Jim Piper, jimjenette@aol.com, 901- 854-2148, Sally Reynolds, sallyjw@bellsouth.net.

PARABLES
This exciting class engages in book discussions on Biblical and contemporary issues and how they impact our daily Christian walk. Class for middle-aged adults. Room 100. Contact: Bob Vornbrock, bob.vornbrock@gmail.com.

SOJOURNERS
This class uses adult Bible study resources to better understand scripture for in-depth discussions. Class is for middle-aged adults. Rooms 105-106. Contact: Bill Daniels, wd60152@gmail.com.

NURSERY
During Adult Sunday School and Worship on Sunday mornings. Nursery has three rooms: Infants, 1 & 2 year olds, and 3- 5 years old. Contact: Jenni Ricks, jricks@colliervilleumc.org. 

ROCKING GRANDMAS
Do you love to rock babies? Are you available two Tuesday mornings a month? If the answer is yes, please consider joining our Rocking Grandmas Team. Our team provides childcare for Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) meetings. Volunteer, substitute, and paid positions available. Contact: Jenni Ricks, jricks@colliervilleumc.org. 

PRESCHOOL
For children ages 1-5. The preschool follows Collierville school’s calendar August through May. Hours are 9:30am to 2:30pm weekdays. Contact: Katie McNeal, kmcneal@colliervilleumc.org.

CHILDREN
Children’s Ministry at Collierville UMC seeks to teach all children about God, what it means to follow Jesus, and the Bible. We offer Children’s Sunday School and Kid’s Church and other activities. To keep in the know, check out our page: colliervilleumc.org/children. Contact: Crystal Wilson, cwilson@colliervilleumc.org.

YOUTH MIDWEEK:
The Loft: On Wednesday nights from 6-8pm, 6th-12th grade students gather for dinner, worship, fellowship, Biblical teaching, and discussion groups. Check out our site: colliervilleumc.org/youth. Contact: Courtney Bradham,  cbradham@colliervilleumc.org. 

YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL:
Sunday mornings from 9:45-10:45am, youth grades 6-12 gather to worship, fellowship, and listen to Biblical teachings. 6-8th grades meet in Rm 215, 9-12th grades meet in rms 204/205. Contact: Jenny Garrott, Director of Youth Ministries,Courtney Bradham,  cbradham@colliervilleumc.org. 


PIC – PLUG INTO CUMC

9:45am – 10/22 – 11/12 – Location TBD.

Plugging into a new place can be challenging at times, especially the church. The easy part is going to worship because you are sitting and actively engaging in the worship experience. But how do you get connected to the life of the church beyond worship? If this is your thought provoking question, then come to PLUG into CUMC (PIC). You’ll learn more about our worship services, Sunday School Classes, Connect Groups, children and youth ministries, ways to serve, your spiritual gifts, memberships vows, and more.

PIC is open for all: long-time members and first-time visitors, young and old, singles and families, cradle Methodists and new Christians.

We would love to assist you in getting fully plugged into CUMC, please reach out to Dr. Joey Reed with any questions: jreed@colliervilleumc.org.

HOOKS AND NEEDLES (KNITTING FOR MISSIONS)
Groups of women knitting prayer shawls for those who need spiritual and physical comfort. Group meets on Wednesdays from 3pm-5pm. Contact: Missy Hansen, krmaroka@aol.com. Mission Rm.

PRINCESS PROJECT
Ladies gather the second Tuesday of the month from 9:30am – 12:30pm in the dining room to sew dresses for little girls around the world. Every little girl is a princess; the daughter of the King of Kings. Our women have sewn almost 1,200 dresses for little girls. We also have other projects and have something for every skill level, Contact: Carolyn Foster, cfosterrd@gmail.com.

HANDYMAN MINISTRY
Men and women sharing their construction gifts to help with building ramps or with other home projects. Contacts: John Kavicky, johnkavickyservices@yahoo.com.

REELFOOT MINISTRY
Reelfoot Rural Ministries serves low-income households in Northwest Tennessee and Southwest Kentucky. Contact: John Kavicky, johnkavickyservices@yahoo.com.

RESOURCE REDISTRIBUTION MINISTRY (RRM)
Extends God’s love by redistributing fruits, vegetables and other perishable foods donated by Trader Joe’s Germantown, Costco Memphis, Sprouts Germantown, and Kroger Houston Levee Cordova. Receivers include various food pantries, soup kitchens, senior living facilities, and first responders in Shelby, Fayette, and DeSoto counties. To volunteer, contact Tommy Hart, tommy@hartpropertiesgroup.com.

For more information, go to gleaningministry.org.

COMMON CUP:
Join us in our fully equipped coffee shop to serve southern hospitality and God’s love, one cup at a time. Volunteers make coffee, lattes and smoothies to help create a welcoming atmosphere for church members and the community. Contact: Kerry Johnson, kerry733@bellsouth.net.

DAD TRIBE
Dads gathering together to support each other through life’s ups and downs. Come join the tribe! Contact: Len Landers, len.landers@yahoo.com. Rm 109.

MOM TRIBE
Working moms of children pre-k to high school. This group strives to dig into the word of God and authentically share the joys and struggles of balancing motherhood, work, and faithful discipleship. Meets Wednesday nights from 6:30-8pm. Contact: Katie Landers, katie.landers@hotmail.com Rm. 100.

MEN’S COMMUNITY BIBLE STUDY
Come together with men from a variety of backgrounds to study books of the Bible. Mondays 7-8:30pm, meeting at CUMC. Contact: Len Landers: len.landers@yahoo.com.

UNITED METHODIST MEN (UMM)
Tuesdays from 7-8am, BYOB (bring your own breakfast). Every 3rd Saturday from 8-9:30am with a speaker. Contact: Ed King, tnkings@aol.com.

UNITED WOMEN IN FAITH (UWF)
3rd Tuesday of every month, 10-11:30am, meeting off and on campus. Four daytime circles and one night circle that meet for brunch, spiritual growth and fellowship. Contact: Marilyn Meeks, meeksmaj@comcast.net.

MOPS AND MOMSNEXT
This group welcomes moms with children starting at pregnancy through grade school. It takes a village to survive this thing called motherhood. And we want to be the village! (Fees apply) Contact: Kristin Madison and Kayleigh Turner, cumcmoms@gmail.com.

  • MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) & MOMsNext (For moms of school-age children)Tuesdays from 9:30am-12pm (During Collierville’s school year)Childcare available for children 3mo to age 5.Meets at Poplar Location

THE TABLE
Come fellowship with your friends and family from 6-6:30pm for dinner in the Servery/Dining Room! Suggested donation is $5 per person ($20 cap per family) and an RSVP by Wednesday at noon prior to dinner would be helpful: colliervilleumc.org/signup. Contact: Dr. Joey Reed, jreed@colliervilleumc.org.

LUNCH BOOK BUNCH
The CUMC Lunch Book Bunch reads all genres and provides book copies. Group meets every 4th Monday from 11:30am-12:30pm. Contact: Jane Coward, foodiejane59@hotmail.com.

SENIOR ADULT MINISTRIES (S.A.M.)
This is a diverse group of people, age 60 and older, who enjoy people! We welcome your participation. Come and enjoy Christian fellowship as we gather together. Contact: Lindsay Carpenter,  lcarpenter@colliervilleumc.org.

RUN/WALK GROUP
This active group meets 8am on Saturday mornings at the cabin at Johnson Park, in front of the baseball fields. Their route is from Johnson Park to Cox Park and back, along the wagon wheel trail. RSVP to Lauren each week via text message so no one is left behind. Contact: Lauren Ware 404-275-4321, LaurenShermanWare@gmail.com.

QUESTIONS?

We’d love to help you find your place here at CUMC.

email:
info@colliervilleumc.org
phone: 901-853-8383