OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDY AND SPIRITUAL GROWTH

BIBLE STUDY

The pastor leads a Bible study every Sunday afternoon at 4pm in the Fireside Room which includes both an ongoing introductory study ob different books of the Bible as well as an opportunity to "preview" the Bible passage which will be used in the following Sunday's worship service.

SUNDAY SCHOOL

An Adult Sunday Study Class meets in the Fireside Room at 9:00 a.m. This class varies in format and style. Past topics have included "Questions of Faith," "The Old Testament," "The Bible and Western Thought," and "Religions of India." Following a presentation, normally on video, the class shares their thoughts, feelings, and opinions. Contact person for this class is Sandy Snider.

DISCIPLE BIBLE STUDY

This is an intensive study of biblical material in depth, led by a trained lay leader from within the congregation. It involves a commitment "up front" to be regular in attendance, so that the study group may get to know each other and build deep relationships.

SUNRISE SEEKER

A small group of adults that meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 6:45 a.m. This group explores the contents of a (provocative?) book related to faith and society.

BOOK GROUP

The Book Group reads a variety of works: biographies, classics, novels. It meets during the school year on the fourth Monday of each month from 4pm - 5:30pm. Contact: Sue Edson

AFRICA FELLOWSHIP

There is a distinctly African flavor to church life in this community. The Fellowship meets on the first and third Sunday in the Chapel at 10:30. Many opportunities for fellowship and community involvement are available through the church. Contact persons: Rev. Daniel Gbundema, Joe Kappia

OTHER ADULT OPPORTUNITIES for LEARNING & MINISTRY

Classes and Study Groups, short term or seasonal, are offered each year. Advent and Lenten studies are offered most years; subjects and teachers vary. United Methodist Women offers studies related to selected topics for each year.


OPPORTUNITIES FOR SERVICE

Offering service and assistance to others is "assumed" as part of the life of discipleship at Campbell United. Many working groups enable members of the congregation to be active in community ministries.

The Church and Society group organizes teams to

  • provide meals for InnVision Homeless shelter,

  • regular food drives for Second harvest Food Bank,

  • regular creek clean-up activities,

  • opportunities for fellowship and action events with person of other faith traditions including the annual 9/11 interfaith dinner.

    • The group also sponsors study events on various social justice issues.

    The Missions group organizes a variety of community outreach activities, including:

  • Work teams,

  • participation in the annual CROP Walk,

  • Third World Hand Arts sale

  • organizing the church's "alternative Christmas" giving program,

  • providing gifts for children of prison inmates through the Friends Outside program.

    • STEWARDSHIP GROUP

    The Stewardship group organizes quarterly service days to provide assistance to elderly and disabled people in the community helping with household repairs and chores. The group works closely with Heart of the Valley, a community group offering assistance for this in need.

    WORSHIP TEAM

    The Worship Team operates a program for women at Elmwood jail to enable the creation of visual art for worship.

    CONGREGATIONAL CARE TEAM

    The Congregational Care team has a "Fifteen minute" program offering assistance to elderly or disabled persons needing routine assistance with household needs or rides to doctor's appointments.

    PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY

    The Prayer Shawl Ministry group meets monthly to create prayer shawls that are taken to people who are sick as well as baby blankets that are given to all new babies in the community.

    WEDNESDAY WONDER WORKERS

    The Wednesday Wonder Workers meet at the church every Wednesday morning at 9:00am (some meet for breakfast at Cocos at 8:00am). They do light repairs, cleaning tasks and offer some routine administrative support for the church office.


    OPPORTUNITIES FOR FINDING COMMUNITY

    UNITED METHODIST WOMEN

    Women in Mission

    PURPOSE

    "The organized unit of United Methodist Women shall be a community of women whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ, to develop a creative, supportive fellowship, and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church." Women's Division

    EVENTS

    In addition to a monthly general meeting on Thursday morning, the UMW hold regular circle meetings during the second week of each month, which have different programs and styles, some meeting during the day and others in the evening. The UMW also holds an annual Spring Luncheon (a fundraiser for mission projects), participates in a District Retreat, the Conference Legislative Event, the Assembly of United Methodist Women, the Schools of Christian Mission, and also participates in studies (studies of a geographic area, spiritual growth and a social concern).

    UNITED METHODIST MEN

    United Methodist Men is a group of older men that gathers monthly for friendship and fellowship, meeting for dinner and a special program on the second Monday of each month, from 6:30p.m.

    HIGH ROAD HIKERS

    Hikers walk once a month on alternating Saturdays (all-day hikes) and Sundays (afternoon hikes), in the spring, summer and fall. Singles, couples, and families participate. All ages and all people are welcome. Current schedule available on Information Kiosk in Fellowship Hall. Contact: Susan or DaveSargent, 378-1232

    50+ UNLIMITED

    50+ Unlimited is made up of men and women, age 50 and older who come together for fellowship and fun in a variety of activities throughout the year. There is no membership requirement; all are invited. We hope to grow in our sense of belonging to a caring community by participating with others in casual, enjoyable events in a wide variety of settings. There are opportunities for barbecues, potlucks, a Christmas party, attendance at Stanford Theater for movie classics, and other events which are listed on the calendar in the Fellowship Hall. Contact persons: Bob or Betty Renfer, (408) 248-8756.

    Music Ministries

    CUMC has a variety of music programs for all ages and skills

    Children's Council

    Takes care of the children's ministries, programs and Sunday School.

    Bright Days Preschool

    Adult Council

    Youth Ministry

    Study, Volunteer and Fellowship Groups

    Living the Bible

    Book Club

    Gathering of Men

    Faith in Folk Music

    Craft Group

    Senior Singles