Athens First Methodist Church - Athens, Texas | Where families grow together
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Builders
Couples & Singles, ages 65+
9:45 a.m.  Activities Building
A variety of programs using outside speakers and class members to present lessons including Bible Study, current events, educational and inspirational programs are offered as our weekly lessons.  The Food Pantry, Meals on Wheels, along with the missionary projects of our church are favorite outreach activities. 
 
Women in Faith
Women, ages 40+
9:45 a.m.   Owen Building
Gathering as Christian women of all ages and stages, this class seeks to grow spiritual in their relationship with God through Biblical study. It is a class with a heart for the concerns and needs that each woman faces in her daily walk as she seeks a greater understanding of God.
 


Shepherds Class
Couples & Singles 30+
9;45 a.m.  Owen Building
This group of singles and couples study books of the Bible and Biblically based curriculum.  Their main interest is growing in their faith and understanding the responsibility of being disciples for Christ.
 
Discovery
Couples & Singles, ages 50+9:45 a.m.  Owen Building
The Discovery Class members have answered God’s call and through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, are striving to be true Disciples for Christ. With programs aimed to promote spiritual growth, we incorporate current inspirational studies, Bible Study, and class led discussions in our pursuit. Fellowship and service activities bring us together as Christians outside our Sunday morning class time.
 


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Apostles 
Couples & Singles, ages 60+ 9: 45 a.m.  Owen Building
This class is dedicated to the enrichment of its members and visitors as they strive to grow in faith. They love to sing hymns, study current Christian authors and discuss a variety of issues that face our world as Christian followers. Class socials and mission projects are opportunities that we use to have fellowship.  On the 2nd Sunday of each month, they meet at Lakeland House Nursing Center at 9:30 for their class lesson.


Christian Workers
Couples & Singles 70+
9:45 a.m. Owen Building
This class was established over 50 years ago and many of the members are widows and widowers.  They are studying the Adult Bible Series which is Bible-based, Christ-focused, and written by the Methodist Church.  They are continuing in their Christian growth and serve as role models for other adult classes.
 
Fellowship Class
Couples 50+
9:45 a.m. Activities Building
The main focus of this group is a genuine love for God and each other.  Most of their studies include prayer, Bible studies, and books by current Christian authors.  They are striving to establish a strong belief and service to God through their study and work in the church.

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  • Home
  • ABOUT
    • WORSHIP
    • WHAT WE BELIEVE
    • ABOUT OUR PASTOR
    • MEET OUR STAFF
    • CHURCH HISTORY
  • NEWS/EVENTS
    • CALENDAR
    • Newsletter
  • MINISTRIES
    • Family Ministries
    • CHILDRENS >
      • SUNDAY SCHOOL
      • VBS
      • NURSERY
    • YOUTH >
      • YOUTH (7th-12th)
      • SUPER 6th
      • UM ARMY
      • YOUTH ACTIVITY FORMS
    • Summer Camps and Activities
    • ADULTS >
      • SUNDAY SCHOOL
      • MENS MINISTRY
      • WOMENS MINISTRY
    • MUSIC / MEDIA MINISTRY
    • SMALL GROUPS
    • Missions Outreach >
      • VOLUNTEER
      • WITHIN OUR CONGREGATION
      • WITHIN OUR COMMUNITY
      • COMMUNITY GARDEN
    • VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
  • Online Giving
  • Media
    • Live Streams
    • Video Archives
    • Church Vs Human Trafficking
  • Contact