We have special classes, retreats, day outings and mission projects throughout the year for all ages. Read our newsletter, the Ecclesia, check the bulletin boards, and talk with our faith community to find out the latest news.

in the hallway next to Samantha’s office.

 

Men’s Bible Study

Facilitator:Steve Haines; Day Offered:Tuesday mornings at 10:00 am OR Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm; Beginning Tuesday, January 11, 2011

 

Women’s Bible Study: When God Winks on New Beginnings:
Signposts of Encouragement for Fresh Starts and Second Chances

The best is yet to be… “GodWinks” are the so-called circumstances that are delivered directly to you, one of nearly seven-billion people on the planet, at particularly needed moments in your life.  Like the wink you received from a loved one as a child that meant, “Hey, kid, I’m thinking of you right now,” … GodWinks are messages of encouragement from above.  With more incredible-but-true stories about how God communicates with us through everyday circumstances, Squire Rushnell delivers another powerful book geared toward people at a crossroads in life—a time when these winks are most needed!  Facilitator:Samantha Wesley; Day Offered:Tuesday mornings at 10:00 am OR Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm; Only 2 slots available for the morning class; Only 7 slots available for the evening class; Cost of Book:$6.25; Beginning Tuesday, January 11, 2011

 

This We Believe:
The Core of Wesleyan Faith and Practice

For John Wesley, the Bible is the joyfully consistent testimony of God’s never-ending grace and ever-seeking love.  Likewise, studying the Bible is more than merely knowing what Scripture says; it is also about living every day as a child of God.  Beginning with the Core Terms found in The Wesley Study Bible, Bishop Willimon systematically lays out key Wesleyan tenets of faith so that you will have a fresh way to hear God’s voice, share in God’s grace, and become more like Jesus Christ. Facilitator: Trevor Eppehimer; Course Offered:  Wednesday evenings, 6:15-7:15 pm; Cost of Book:$10.50 (due at time of first class); Location:Class meets in the Media Center, Room 101; Beginning January 12, 2011

 

Casting Queens

A group of women who gather on Wednesday evenings to knit prayer shawls.  If you would like to learn or already know how to knit or crochet, please come and join this group.  Enjoy the fellowship, as well as knitting together.  Time:Wednesday, 6:30-7:30 pm;  Place: Church Parlor 

   

 

The Youth of FUMC Salisbury are involved in fellowship, mission and worship. Through retreats, programs and worship, FUMC offers opportunities for youth to grow spiritually. Youth participate in Sunday Morning Worship by serving as acolytes and in the music ministry. From September through May, the youth typically meet on Sunday Evenings between 5:30 and 7:30 for recreation, food, fellowship, small group discussion and a closing worship service. Opportunities are available for youth to develop leadership roles and serve in local, national and international missions.

This choir is for children who are returning choristers from the previous season and for any child currently in second through sixth grades.
Wednesdays, 4:45-5:30 pm
Choir Room

*** If there is a Bible study or short term small group opportunity that you would like to see offered, please contact Samantha at 704-636-3121 or samantha@fumcsalisbury.org

The mission of the Education Ministry Team is to support the Pastoral Staff (specifically the Director of Christian Education and Children and Family Ministries) in planning, coordinating and overseeing church based religious educational opportunities for people of all ages. Specifically, this will include:

 
Assessing the needs, identifying gaps and setting priorities for the congregation’s educational opportunities for all ages
 Planning and evaluating settings for teaching, learning and practicing spiritual activities for all ages
 Identifying and equipping effective leaders for each of the educational efforts provided
 Developing and administering the annual education budget
 Empower, Enable, Enrich and Equip teachers, leaders and participants who take part in education

 

The specific tasks of the Education Ministry Team are to:

 Publicize and promote opportunities for teaching and learning 

Coordinate Sunday School and age-level ministries
 Plan and coordinate special events e.g. Vacation Bible School (with the Children’s Ministry Team) and other educational opportunities e.g. small group studies
 Create a course offering information guide so the congregation is aware of what we have to offer
 Promote and coordinate rally day

 

The membership of the education Ministry team shall consist of:

 Director of Christian Education and Children and Family Ministries 
 Sunday School Superintendent
 Coordinators from: 
 Children’s Ministry Team
 Youth Ministry
 Youth Sunday School
 Adult Sunday School 
 Young Adult Ministry 

 

The on-going activities for which the education ministry team will be primarily responsible for are:

 Sunday School for all ages
 Support the First Family Celebration on Wednesdays

 

Discipleship Programs

First United Methodist Church of Salisbury offers many different classes during the fall, winter and spring for members to increase their knowledge and Christian discipleship through special Bible studies. Experiencing God, The Christian Walk and Disciple I and II are just a few of the classes that have been taught. These classes are usually offered during the day and evening to give everyone who would like to participate a chance to do so. Discipleship classes are also offered for youth at various times during the year.