faith groups & classes

For more information on any classes or groups at Faith UMC, contact Rev. Jennifer Gros

via email or call the church office at 281-367-7776.

  • epic of eden

    old testament bible study

    Epic of Eden Old Testament Bible Study

    Sept. 12 through December 5

    10:00 am to 10:45 am in the Community Room

    Led by Pastor Jennifer Gros & Andy Winter

    To Order Your Book: Click Here

    Register For the Class


    Does your knowledge of the Old Testament feel like a grab bag of people, books, events and ideas? How many times have you resolved to really understand the OT? To finally make sense of it? In The Epic of Eden Video Study, Dr. Sandra Richter clearly and powerfully communicates a history of God’s redeeming grace, weaving together a story that runs from the Eden of the Garden to the garden of the New Jerusalem.


    Through text and video teaching, Dr. Richter uses this 12-week study to bring a new dimension to the history of the ancient Near East, orienting any study group in time, geography, culture, redemption, and relevance to today — all without diminishing her reader’s faith or dumbing down the scripture.


    Legendary Bible stories take on new life as Dr. Richter clearly articulates their part of a larger pattern, revealing an even deeper significance for the stories individually. The Epic of Eden video study is ideal for serious church groups wanting a meaty study of biblical text, as would anyone eager for a strategic grasp of the good, the bad, and the ugly of the Old Testament and how it relates to God’s activity in the present.

  • common ground

    loving others despite our differences


    A STUDY OF SIBLING RIVALRIES IN THE BIBLE

    BY AMBERLY NEESE


    BEGINS AUGUST 31 TO SEPT. 21

    Tuesday Morning Bible Study

    9:30 - 11:00 am in the Community Room

    Led by Ali Strand


    Order your book at Christianbook, Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Cokesbury and Books-A-Million. Childcare is available. Please call the church office to book childcare at 281-367-7776 at least 3 days in advance. 


  • faith matters

    sunday school & Discussion group

    Study on John Wesley & Methodism

    Faith Matters Sunday School & Discussion Group

    Sunday Mornings at 10:00 am in Room 101

    Led by Rosie Johnsen


    New members are welcome! The format is a discussion group, that includes prayer and study of scripture. For more information, please email:  Rosie Johnsen. 

  • Social Justice Connection Group

    Sunday Mornings

    Note: This group will resume meeting in August

    MEETING ONLINE Sundays 1:00 pm

    Led by Dr. Anthony Harris


    The Social Justice Connectional Hour group meets via Zoom at 1:00 pm each Sunday until 2:00 pm. Please email Dr. Anthony Harris for the Zoom link invitation.

    Our focus is to explore and have meaningful conversations around issues related to race, racism, class, immigration, and how Christians can respond to those issues. 

    It is important to note that this is NOT a book club. The books are aids and supplements to help our conversations and understandings about race and religion in our country. So, having read the books is NOT a prerequisite for joining the group. This is an open and welcoming group. It is a guilt-free zone that respects the views and beliefs of all. 

  • faith & photography

    Fellowship Group

    3rd Mondays of Every Month, 6:30 pm

    Room 102


    Faith & Photography is a fellowship of artisan observers seeking to use our craft to be intentional about seeking images of God, images of Kingdom and images that call us to both. We invite you to join us for an opportunity to learn and to be of service to our community.


    Faith & Photography would love to take photos for your next event. Please feel free to contact them if you would like for them to save the memories of your events. For more information, contact Linda Stroud.

  • the chat group

    for those who have lost a loved one

    Second and Fourth Wednesdays at 11:00 am


    This group is for those who have lost loved ones and would like to be able to talk with others who have experienced the same loss. It is a time to be able to share with others. All who have lost loved ones are welcome. If you have any questions or concerns, contact Rosie Johnsen at rosiejohnsen@sbcglobal.net.

  • ladies sewing groups


    Hooked on Faith Needle Arts Group

    Room 104

    Wednesdays 10:30-12:30

    If you are interested in learning the art of crochet, knitting, embroidery, or helping make Plarn (mats for the homeless made from plastic bags) and using those skills to serve both our Faith community and Beyond then you are welcome to join us for fellowship, devotion and laughter every Wednesday, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. You may email Darlene Hayes or call 281-507-1148 with any questions you may have.


    Days for Girls Sewing Day

    3rd Thursday of the month at 10:00am - In Person in Community Room

    Sewers and Non-Sewers

    Bring your sewing machine/serger, scissors, and your lunch! We will be cutting, prepping and sewing/serging drawstring bags and liners (pads) for girl’s hygiene kits. For more information, email Darlene Hayes or call 281-507-1148.


    UMW & UMCOR Sewing Groups

    1st Tuesday of the month at 11:15am - In Person

    These two groups sew school bags and simple baby nightgowns. These items are sent to UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief). No sewing skills are required to join this group, just a desire to be creative and have fun while doing something good. Bring a sack lunch and enjoy the fellowship. For more information contact Darlene Hayes or Rosie Johnsen. 


    Project Linus

    Meets first Thursday of each month (Sept. – May) 

    9:30am in the Community Room

    Project Linus is a national non-profit organization with a two-fold mission:

    First, to provide love, a sense of security, warmth and comfort to children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need through the gifts of new, handmade blankets, lovingly created by volunteer "blanketeers." Second, to provide a rewarding and fun service opportunity for interested individuals and groups in local communities, for the benefit of children. For more information, please go to: www.woodlandsprojectlinus.org

  • oasis

    "Older adults still in service"

    Meetings Currently ONLINE:

    Please email Lee Ligon-Bordon for details


    OASIS is a senior-focused ministry for men and women who are in their “golden years” of 60-ish and older. The emphasis is on continuing to serve the Lord Jesus as He leads in this chapter of our lives, to grow in our relationship with Christ by engaging the Scriptures, and to support one another in prayer and love and other forms of ministry.


    Wednesday Mornings at 10:00 am

    Reflections on the Lectionary Readings

    We read and discuss the Lectionary Readings from the Revised Common Lectionary for the following Sunday. No preparation is needed. All ages are invited to join us. The discussion is led by Rev. Lee and Gordon Borden.


    1st Wednesday Mornings at 11:00 am

    Various Topics

    Currently, we are using John’s Patmos Encounter (author, Rev. Dr. Lee Ligon-Borden) to learn more about our risen Lord Jesus Christ from the first chapter of Revelation. The discussion is led by Rev. Lee and Gordon Borden.


    3rd Wednesdays at 11:00 am

    Psalms and Proverbs

    This study is designed to introduce people to the practical use of the Psalms and Proverbs for personal reflection and for prayer. We use a study guide that can be obtained free from the church office. The discussion is led by Karen Blake.


    For more information please contact Rev. Lee at bleelb@ekk.org. 

    We hope to see you there!

  • walk to emmaus

    Are you interested in attending a Walk to Emmaus Spiritual Retreat? This 3 day retreat is a wonderful way to rekindle your connection with Christ. For more information, please contact Rev. Jennifer Gros.


    Have you attended an Emmaus Walk? Faith UMC has a men’s reunion group and a women’s reunion group for those who have attended. 


    Women’s Group - We meet on the 1st Wednesday of the month at the church. For more information please contact Rev. Jennifer Gros.


    Men's Group - Please contact Stoney Burke.