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FIND YOUR PATH: "STEP Classes" |
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The Bible
describes the Christian life as a walk or journey in which we follow
Jesus. Like all journeys it is a step-by-step process; but this
journey, filled with purpose and meaning, is the most exciting
journey a person can undertake. This is not a journey a person makes
alone. As a church family we are all taking this journey together…
walking purposefully for God’s pleasure.
The FIND
YOUR PATH series is a five-step process carefully designed to
emphasize the core purposes in our journey at The United Methodist
Church of Whitefish Bay. Each of these five steps will define a core
purpose, encourage your development in that area, and help you
realize that purpose in your life. Whether you are a new, growing,
or mature Christian, these steps will be useful for you as you take
your own journey… or help others to take their next step.
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STEP 1 Discovering Your Church Family
Dana Saxton
Director of Evangelism
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Are you considering church
membership? This class is designed as a New Member Orientation
and will introduce you to the basic beliefs of United Methodists,
the history, mission, vision and values of UMCWFB. Also discussed
will be membership vows, expectations and our discipleship plan.
Sunday, Sep 21 and Nov 2 from 10:30-11:30 in
the Walnut Room
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STEP 2 Desiring Spiritual Maturity
Gerry Harrison
Pastor of Adult Discipleship |
Not sure where to get started to
grow in your faith? Overwhelmed by the options for classes, small
groups and fellowship opportunities? This class will introduce you
to the 7 Keys to Discipleship and help you identify next steps.
Sunday, Sep 28 and Nov 9 from 10:30-11:30 in
the Walnut Room
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STEP 3 Determining Your Ministry
Nell Nash
Director of Equipping Ministries
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Have you ever wondered what are
spiritual gifts and do I have any? In this class you will
identify your spiritual gifts (yes, you do have some!) and learn how
can use your gifts, skills & talents to serve the church and
community.
Sunday, Oct 5 and Nov 16 from 10:30-11:30 in
the Walnut Room
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STEP 4 About Being United Methodist
Pastor Steve Zekoff
Executive Pastor
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What is a United Methodist? What do they believe?
What is the United Methodist Church? What are the structure,
traditions, and vision of the church?
Sunday, Oct 12 and Nov 23 from
10:30-11:30 in the Walnut Room
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STEP 5 Defining Your Mission
Susan Patterson-Sumwalt
Senior Pastor
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You have a
story to tell. A story of life … and faith … and hope. You have a
story that has shaped and formed you. A story that when shared can
warm hearts, and transform lives. Remember your story and the
mission God has for you.
Sunday, Oct 19 and Nov 30
from 10:30-11:30 in the Walnut Room
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Get Connected |
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Lunch with Pastors Pastors, Staff
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This is a
special lunch for newcomers to meet the pastors and hear more about
the church, its mission and vision for the future. Ministry leaders
and pastors will share information about upcoming events, classes,
small groups and other opportunities to serve, study, fellowship and
connect. Meet in the Jones Narthex (Church lobby) at the Welcome
Center at 11:45 am for a tour of the building and then to lunch in
the Walnut Room.
Sunday, Sep 14 and Oct 26 in the
Church Lobby
Sunday Nov 23 - Thanksgiving Brunch in
Fellowship Hall
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