Sunday School

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All Sunday School classes meet on campus on Sunday mornings at 9:45am. (More Info)

  • Bethel Seekers Class: (details)
    Room 205, Matthias Family Life Center - ages 60 and older

    For ages 60 and older, contemporary topics and Bible studies are presented by lecture, audiovisual materials and class participation. A variety of church leaders are used as teachers. Fellowship activities include a monthly bridge group.

  • Cornerstone Class: (details)
    Room 315, Matthias Family Life Center - late 20's through 40's

    The class is composed of a laid-back group of people, quick to laugh, ready to discuss, and yearning to be Christ like to one another and in the world. While they are knee deep in professional and family demands, they understand the importance of having a community of believers with whom they can journey through life, always mindful of what God wants from them and their lives. For more information about, or to touch base with Cornerstone, contact: Lis Essary (eessary@gmail.com) or join their Facebook group.

    The Cornerstone Class also has a blog! Check it out here!

  • Forum Class: (details)
    Room 305, Matthias Family Life Center - ages 50 and older

    This class is for those interested in contemporary issues. Participants engage in a lively, mutual and committed discourse on themes of practical interest, examined against the backdrop of the Christian journey.

  • Journey Class: (details)
    Room 319, Matthias Family Life Center - mid 20’s to mid-30’s

    The Journey Class meets in Room 319 of the Matthias Family Life Center. This class is for singles, couples and married young professional adults in their mid-20’s to mid-30’s. They focus on discussion of faith and social issues from a Biblical perspective using current events. For more information about the class, please contact Heather Rossie
    (rossie.heather@gmail.com).

  • JOY Class: (details)
    Room 316, Matthias Family Life Center - ages 50 and older

    Class members are involved in an eclectic quest for religious truth through Bible study and exploration of relevant social issues. The class sprinkles fun along the way.

  • Mary Martha Class: (details)
    Room 234, Wesleyan Building - women age 50 and older

    Participants engage in a lively, committed discourse on biblical themes which are of spiritual and practical interest, examined against the backdrop of the Christian journey.

  • Sojourners Class: (details)
    Room 205, Wesleyan Building - all ages

    An exciting class that reads and discusses a variety of books on subjects ranging from biblical interpretation to church history to social sciences. Discussions and are open to all viewpoints.

  • Study Class: (details)
    Room 204, Wesleyan Building – ages 70 and up

    This class is engaged in a search for personal Christian growth and understanding. It is led by various class members.

Classes and Groups on Campus

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We have some small groups that meet regularly to discuss the bible, other books and other various topics. (More Info)

  • Lenten Studies

    Praying for Friends and Enemies by Jane E. Vennard will be the basis for several studies listed below. The book deals with the questions What is intercession? What happens when we pray for others? How do I pray for my enemies? This book also gets at the key theological question of whether intercessory prayer is a matter of changing God’s will. These questions and others are examined within the context of everyday experiences. (Jane Vennard, will be with us for a prayer seminar on March 11 and 12.)

    • ACT II Study
      Beginning Wednesday, February 29, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
      Room 315, Matthias Family Life Center
      Facilitator: Michael Kormanicki
      Reserve childcare online here

    • Lunch Study
      Beginning Wednesday, February 29, 12:00 to 1:00
      Room 313, Matthias Family Life Center
      Facilitator: Cecily Crossman
      Class & Childcare Registration here

    • Women's Study
      Beginning Monday, February 27, from 11:30 to 1:00
      Room 321, Matthias Family Life Center
      Facilitator: Laura-Grace Anderson
      Class & Childcare Registration here

  • Groups for Men and Women
    • Crown Ministry: Dealing with the Unexpected (Details)
      Begins Wednesday, January 18, 6:30-8 p.m.
      Room 313, Matthias Family Life Center

      This 10-week class will help participants face the unexpected financial burdens in life. It happens to everyone at some time in our lives, whether it's the result of a sudden illness, a broken appliance, or a lost job. And while it's a good idea to plan ahead, no one can foresee everything. The course will take a biblical approach and offer a new perspective and help to plan for the unexpected in life.

      Facilitator: Ashley Vann
      Reserve childcare online here

    • Disciple I (Details)
      Resumes Wednesday, March 14
      Room 321, Matthias Family Life Center

      New format, four eight-week classes over two-year period

      Want to read your Bible but don’t know how to get started? Read 75% of the Bible over two years by taking an eight-week class in the fall and spring. Disciple I is an overview of the Bible that also provides the fellowship of a small group and the guidance for understanding scripture and how to incorporate it into your daily life. Join us in March for the second session. Newcomers are welcome.

      Facilitator Rev. Gary and Jayne Rideout (407-644-2906 ext. 236 or jayner@fumcwp.org)
      Reserve childcare online here

    • Disciple II (Details)
      Resumes Wednesday, January 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
      Room 316, Matthias Family Life Center

      This 34-week study focuses on Genesis, Exodus, Luke and Acts. It will also provide the fellowship of a small group and guidance for ministry and service with other Christians. January begins the second half of this class. New participants are welcome to join.

      Contact: Dale Perkins (407-349-9009 or dale67cubs@aol.com)
      Reserve childcare online here

    • Young Adult Study - Twenties and Early Thirties (Details)
      Continuing study meets Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
      Room 313, Matthias Family Life Center  

      This group is for young adults in their twenties and thirties as an opportunity for them to connect to each other and grow deeper in their faith journey.

      Contact: Dr. Bob Bushong (407-644-2906 or bobb@fumcwp.org)
      Childcare is not available
      Also see Journey Class in the Sunday School section

  • Groups for Men Only
    • Men’s Tuesday Morning Study (Details)
      Begins Tuesday, January 3
      Tuesdays, 7-8 a.m.
      Room 313, Matthias Family Life Center

      Shaped by the Word, by Robert Mulholland, is a book that will challenge one to read Scripture in a way that will shape the reader spiritually. It focuses on allowing God to speak through Scripture to the spiritual self -- for transformation instead of information. Coffee and bagels will be provided.

      Contact: Rev. Gary Rideout (407-644-2906 ext. 223 or garyr@fumcwp.org)
      Childcare is not available

    • Men’s Wednesday Lunch Study (Details)
      Begins Wednesday, January 11
      Wednesdays, 12 noon-1 p.m.
      Room 316, Matthias Family Life Center

      The men will begin a new study series in January using Ekklesia: The Unstoppable Movement of God. Community is the system of life interaction with others and is essential for living full and meaningful lives. The community of believers, the Church, was created not only to equip those who have found life in Christ but also to reach those who have not yet responded to His grace. This study series will reveal the construction of the New Testament church and help learners catch a glimpse of what Christian community is intended to be.

      Contact: Vince Furey (407-599-3844 or vefurey@earthlink.net) to make a lunch reservation.
      Childcare is not available

    • Men’s Thursday Morning Study (Details)

      Continuing study meets Thursdays, 7-8 a.m.
      Resource Center in the Matthias Family Life Center


      This ongoing study is designed for men to connect with each other in Christian community and move forward in their faith journey. During January the group will be reading The Me I Want to Be, by John Ortberg.

      Contact: Dr. Bob Bushong (407-644-2906 ext. 222 or bobb@fumcwp.org)
      Childcare is not available

  • Groups for Women Only

New Member

The next New Member Class begins February 12.  For more information please visit the Join Page or contact Rev. Jayne Rideout at jayner@fumcwp.org or 407-644-2906.

Groups Off Campus || Community Cluster (2CG)

  • What: A small group of people (8 to 12) having fun, learning, laughing and doing life together.
  • Where: In your neighbor’s home– the 2CG Host
  • When: Weekly for at least five weeks, during the season of Lent (Day of the week and time depends on your cluster.)
  • How: By consensus – except for starting curriculum which the hosts will select – all decisions will be made as a group. Decisions include how many weeks the group will meet, whether you’ll eat together and how childcare will be managed (if at all).
  • Why: To introduce Christian community to people who would otherwise not join a Bible study or Sunday school class. To spread the love of Christ experienced in community.

List of Groups on the 2CG Page!

Dinner for 8

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The purpose of Dinner for 8 is to build relationships within our community. Sharing a meal together is both easy and biblical. Just as Jesus ate with strangers who became friends, we follow his example as a way to strengthen our church family. Find out more about this ministry on the Dinner for 8 page.

Love, Relationships and Spiritual Growth

You can listen to the audio recordings from Rick Brown's Class here!