Take your relationship with Jesus and others to the next level this fall by participating in one of our SUMC activities. Scroll down to register.
Fall Church-Wide Study—Begins Week of September 14th
One: Unity in a Divided World, by Diedra Riggs
Jesus said the world would know we are his followers by our love for one another. Yet in a divided world, it’s easy to put up walls or keep others at a distance. In One: Unity in a Divided World, Deidra Riggs calls us to follow Jesus’ example and take the first step toward reconciliation, rooted in the security of God’s steadfast love. This 5-week study will challenge us to move beyond surface-level civility into the deeper, often unseen work of unity, rooted in Scripture and shaped by grace. Meets weekly for 5 weeks beginning September 14. Cost: $6. In person and Zoom options available. Childcare upon request, contact the office.
Mondays 7:00 – 8:30 pm (Zoom only) with Pastor Nichole
Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:30 pm (in person) with Kitty Kadas
Thursdays 7:00 – 8:30 pm (in person) with Pastor Abby
Fridays 9:30 – 11:00 am (in person) with Paula Fultz
Flourish:
Becoming Who God Created. Women’s Multicultural Book Study (Zoom)
Are you living the life you were made for? In the book The Dream of You, Jo Saxton helps women rediscover their God-given identity by examining the lives of biblical figures and sharing her own story of overcoming cultural and personal brokenness. Through this study, we’ll be encouraged to confront the false identities we’ve believed, embrace our worth in Christ, and reclaim the dreams God placed in us from the beginning. This is part of a continuing Multicultural Life Group partnership between New Community Bible Fellowship and Strongsville United Methodist Church. Meets Wednesdays from September 10– December 10, 6:30-8:00 pm via Zoom.
Living Beloved Community:
20 Lessons on Love
This is a six-week study on love in action. If you sometimes question whether love has a place in this dark era of hostility and conflict, and you want to practice love in a meaningful and faithful way, this study is for you. In 20 short chapters over six weeks, we’ll explore practical ways to live the way of love in our broken world. There are both individual and group study guides to help us on the journey through the book On Love: 20 Lessons for the World We Seek. Led by Mary Frank, Mondays from 9:30 – 11:00 am starting September 22th for 6 weeks . Cost: $15.
Your Name is Daughter:
What the Unsung Women of the Bible Teach Us About Our Worth, by Amy Seiffert
God created women and men equal in dignity, value, and worth. But our identity as God’s daughters has been contested, both inside and outside of the church, and we’re left wondering where we belong. Sharing stories of the unsung women of the Bible, beloved author Amy Seiffert empowers us to stand firm in our dignity as a Daughter of the King, exchanging fear and doubt for confidence and faith. Led by Jessica Van Lehn. Meets Tuesdays at 7 pm for 6 weeks starting September 30. Cost: $17.
Parenting Support Group & Study
This group supports each other in current parenting challenges by reading a book together on a parenting topic then discussing and applying it within our own parent-child relationships. Open to parents, grandparents, and other caring adults who want to understand and help with today’s challenges in raising kids. Meets during confirmation classes twice per month from late September to early April. Contact Pastor Abby (abby.auman@strongsvilleumc.org) or Melissa Postma (melissa.postma@gmail.com) for more information.
Every Moment Holy Liturgical Prayer Study (Zoom)
Douglas McKelvey’s “Every Moment Holy” series has brought the beauty and rhythm of liturgy to everyday life. With prayers for everything from the first campfire of the season to changing diapers, consuming media, or creating art, these collections provide a valuable perspective on how we can invite God to truly make every moment holy. Join Pastor Lindsey via Zoom on Sunday evenings in October at 8:30 pm. This timeframe and format is designed with young families in mind to meet “post-bedtime,” but is open to all who are interested.
Women’s Fall Retreat October 3-5
Join us for our annual women’s getaway at Loyola Retreat Center in Green. Our speaker will once again be Kim Moraghan who excels at providing engaging, interactive time together! Our theme this year is “Love, Create, Play.” The retreat begins at 5pm on Friday and concludes by 3pm on Sunday. Cost for 2 nights lodging, meals and activities is $210/person and includes single occupancy rooms. Contact Becky Zatezalo at bzatezalo@gmail.com or (440) 476-8248 for more information.
Register below by September 17th. Please note there are no refunds after this date unless granted by the retreat center.
Discovery Class
This is a great opportunity to know more about the United Methodist church in general and Strongsville UMC in particular. Participants are given the opportunity to join the church if they are ready for the commitment, but there is no pressure to join. Lunch and childcare provided (childcare upon request). Will meet for three classes on Sundays, November 2, 9, and 16 from 12:15-2pm.
Grief Support Groups
This support grouop provids participants a safe space to grieve losses. Losses don’t have to be recent and any type of loss is welcome. Grief can get better with time and community. In this group, stories are shared, coping strategies are discussed, and healing can take place. Come share, learn, and heal. Led by Rev. Debbie Cerra. Two options available, meeting the first and third Thursdays: in-person 10 –11 am and on Zoom 6:30 – 7:30 pm. Contact Rev. Cerra at ddcerra@gmail.com for more information.
