Sunday School Classes
Adult Sunday School Classes take place every Sunday during the Christian Formation
hour of 9:45-10:45 a.m. From book studies to lectionary based curriculums to passion projects,
there are no limits to the learning and love shared through our Sunday School Classes.
Togetherness
Room: B211, Building B
Contact Leader Here
Community Groups
Community Groups take place every other Sunday during the Christian Formation hour of 9:45-10:45 a.m. These groups care deeply about fostering a sense of community that is multigenerational in nature and conversational in content. They often dive deeper into what we are engaging in worship in an approachable and inviting way.
Community Group
with the Vetters
Leader: Carrie Vetter
Meets 1st and 3rd Sundays
Room: B219, Building B
Contact Leader Here
Community Group
with the Hipples
Leaders: Caroline & Josh Hipple
Meets 1st and 3rd Sundays
(off for the summer)
Room: B217, Building B
Contact Leader Here
Soul Life Fellowship
Leader: Scott Hudson
Meets 2nd and 4th Sundays
Room: A216, Building A
Contact Leader Here
Weekday Bible Studies
Weekday Bible Studies offer a way to dive deeper into Scripture, prayer, and community throughout the week! These groups sometimes use book studies, videos, various presenters, and engaging conversations to grow in the fullness that faith provides.
PALS
Leader: Lisa Banks
Days: Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
Room: B101, Building B
The Sharing Table
Leader: Diane Johnson
Day: Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m.
Room: B101, Building B, Online Option
Lydia Bible Study
Leader: Velma Herndon
Day: Tuesdays from 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Room: C001, Building C
Seekers Bible Study
Leader: Deborah Tallman
Day: Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m.
Room: B101, Building B
Joy in the Morning
Leader: Sydna Martin
Room: Offsite
Friday Morning Men’s Accountability Group
Leader: Tom Herndon
Day: Fridays at 8:00 a.m.
Room: Barry’s Cafe, Jones Franklin Rd
Focused Ministry Groups
Focused Ministry Groups have their own rhythm of meeting with a particular focus during their time together. They are passionate about engaging their faith in a way that fosters a deeper connection through a common purpose.
Book Club
Leader: Mark Schneider
Day: Third Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.
Room: Library, B201, Building B
MomCo Group 1
Leaders: Meredith Wicker & Others
Day: Second & Fourth Friday
at 9:00 a.m.
Room: C001, Building C
MomCo Group 2
Leaders: Katherine Mason &
Leah Parker
Day: First & Third Friday at 9:00 a.m.
Room: C001, Building C
United Methodist Men
Leader: Rob Shaw
Day: Second Saturday at 9:00 a.m.
Room: Fellowship Hall, Building A
More Information Here
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Leaders: Lynette Worrell &
Karen Miller
Day: Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Room: Building C Lobby
Inclusive + Affirming Methodists (I+AM)
Leaders: Dave & Teri Armstrong
Day: Second Thursday at 7:00 p.m.
Room: A205, Building A
More Information Here
GriefShare
Leaders: MaryClair Hashagen &
Bob Misenheimer
Day: Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.
Room: C001, Building C
More Information Here
Caregiver Support
Leader: Cathy Hedberg
Day: Thursdays at 1:00 p.m.
Room: Online
More Information Here
New Life Addiction Recovery
Leader: Bob Umstead
Day: Thursdays at 7:00 p.m.
Room: Online
More Information Here
F3! (Faith, Fellowship, and Fitness)
Leader: Mike Edwards
Day: Thursdays at 5:45 a.m.
Place: First Cary Parking Lot
United Methodist Women Circles
As a part of the global United Women of Faith, our Women’s Circles seek to connect and nurture women through Christian spiritual formation, leadership development, creative fellowship, and education so that they can inspire, influence, and impact local and global communities.
The First Cary UMW President is Elise Thrash.
Agape
Leaders: Anne Huffman & Nina McSherry
Second Monday, Room C001
12:30 bag lunch, meeting at 1:00
Rebecca
Leader: Cathy Hedburg
Third Thursday, 9:30 a.m.
Room B102, Building B
Harmony
Leaders: Donna McDonald & Deanna Day
Fourth Tuesday, Room B104
12:30 bag lunch, meeting at 1:00
Wesleyan
Leader: Sydna Martin
First Monday at 2:00 p.m.
Room: C001, Building C
Want to join a group, start a group, or find the right group for you?
Contact narnold@firstcary.com to get connected.