Next GROW Session Begins Wednesday, January 17!

Each fall, winter, and summer, Englewood UMC participates in GROW (Getting Refreshed on Wednesdays) on Wednesdays from 5:45-7:15 pm. We begin by sharing a meal together and then depart to a variety of classes. The classes differ on each rotation and include such topics as studying and creating Chrismons, books of the Bible, Parables of Jesus, art, asking the difficult questions of life, and more! Classes are offered for people of all ages. ​There is also a youth class and a children's class that meet each session.

Meal Schedule

January 17 - Kickoff (No classes)
Catered by: Subway
Menu: 6" sub sandwiches, chips, cookies

January 24
Catered by: Pizza Inn
Menu: spaghetti, salad, bread sticks, dessert

January 31
Catered by: Hunter Hill Cafe
Menu: barbecue, boiled potatoes, slaw, hushpuppies, dessert

February 7
Catered by: EUMC Youth
Menu: pancakes, sausage, fruit and other toppings, juice, and milk

February 14
Catered by: Tokyo Express
Menu: teriyaki chicken, hibachi steak, noodes, rice, mixed vegetables

February 21
​Catered by: Pizza Inn
Menu: lasagna, salad, bread sticks, dessert

February 28
Catered by: Hunter Hill Cafe
Menu: barbecue, boiled potatoes, slaw, hushpuppies, dessert

March 7
Catered by: Tokyo Express
Menu: teriyaki chicken, hibachi steak, noodes, rice, mixed vegetables

March 14
​Catered by: Subway
Menu: 6" sub sandwiches, chips, cookies

March 21
​Catered by: Pizza Inn
Menu: spaghetti, salad, bread sticks, dessert

Classes Being Offered - Fall Session (January 24 - March 21, 2018)

​Yoga (Beginner Class)
Learn basic yoga poses from a certified yoga instructor! Over these 9 weeks, we will be introduced to the basic discipline of yoga. Topics include proper breathing, relaxation techniques, and correct body positions. If you're looking to add a little relaxation to your life, while also developing strength, balance, and alignment, this class is for you! The cost for this class is $25 per person for the full 9 weeks, or $3 per class if you choose to participate on a week-to-week basis. 

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This Holy Mystery
"This is the body of Christ. This is the blood of Christ." It's Communion Sunday. The service is a little longer, and the sacrament is observed with gravity. You know it's important, but the wonder is lost. What does it all mean, really?
         According to the results of a survey, you're not alone. Many of us have a strong sense of the importance of Holy Communion, but also lack a meaningful understanding of the theology behind it. This study will help us to reclaim a richer sacramental life and a deeper understanding of Holy Communion.
         Throughout these sessions, we will learn about the history, practice, and principles of Holy Communion in the United Methodist tradition. We come to the Table of the Lord seeking to have our spiritual needs met. The benefits include forgiveness, nourishment, healing, transformation, ministry and mission, and eternal life. Join us as we renew our appreciation for the divine grace made available through this sacrament. 

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Disciple Fast Track
This 12-week Bible study program is designed to immerse the participant in the New Testament. An adaptation of the original, bestselling Disciple Bible Study, Disciple Fast Track provides a viable option for busy people seeking comprehensive engagement over time with the entire biblical text. 
          Participants will read a manageable 3-5 chapters of the Bible daily in preparation for the weekly meetings, which last approximately 75 minutes. In these gatherings, the group will discuss what they have read in the Bible that week and focus on particular themes for discussion. This is a follow-up to the class in the Fall session of GROW which focused on the Old Testament.

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Youth Class: Parables of Jesus & The Gospel of John
The youth class will begin with a study of 6 parables told by Jesus in the Gospels. We all know there's nothing like a good story; it grabs our attention, keeps us interested, and stays lodged in our memory. Jesus was a wonderful story-teller, and he used his parables to reveal deep truths about the Kingdom of God. Throughout this series, we will discuss the following stories of Jesus and their meaning for our lives today:

• The Tale of Two Hearts (Pride) - Luke 18:9-14
• The Account of the Fat Account (Greed) - Luke 12:13-21
• The Legend of the Lost (Evangelism) - Luke 15
• The Story of the Wise Manager (Wisdom) - Luke 16:1-9
• The Fable of the Foolish Girls (Second Coming) - Matthew 25:1-13
• The Farmer's Almanac (The Heart) - Luke 8:4-15

 After we explore these parables of Jesus, we'll journey through the Gospel of John and the message of Jesus presented there. This series will lead us through the Lenten season and right up to Easter, helping us to prepare our hearts and minds for the resurrection.

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Children's Class: Bible Heroes
This winter we're going to learn about some big heroes who serve a big God! Courage, commitment, loyalty, and honor - these are some of the virtues that the heroes in the Bible possessed. By following their example and putting our trust in God, just like they did, we can live heroic lives too! These are the Bible heroes we'll get to know over the next several weeks: Noah, Abraham, Joseph, Moses, Joshua, Deborah, Gideon, Ruth, David, Solomon, Peter, and Paul. 

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