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This Bible study has been bringing men together for over 14 years to read and study books of the Bible and Christian living publications.  The goal of the study group has been to provide men, who want to build on the foundations of their faith, a safe way to explore and grow that faith.  All have developed some understanding of the character of our triune God and formed opinions which leads to decisions in their lives.  Our loving God has given his creations an important tool for this in His inspired word of the Old and New Testament Bible.  Just reading God’s word often is a daunting and confusing task when we do on our own.  But men function best in this task through discussion and testing of what they have come to believe as a basis of their faith with other men.

This is not a lecture type study but one in which each participates through reading the text (including the hard to pronounce words) and then openly discussing their understanding.  First and foremost, we recognized the best teacher of the group is the Holy Spirit.  The discussion leader of the group comes each week with information from credible Bible Commentaries and theological institutions to add to the conversations.  But in the end, each participant accepts responsibility with the help of the Holy Spirit, to identify those things that strengthen their faith and understanding of God.  Over the 14 years men have found this to be an effective approach for them to meet their goal of a stronger faith.  The second benefit that has come out of these groups is a close fellowship between men that allows us to support each other. 

The group is currently meeting on Zoom each Friday morning around 6:30 am for a one-hour study starting at 6:45 am.   We are currently studying the Book of Revelations (a real mind blower).  If you are interested in giving this approach a try please contact Dennis Allen at all13983@gmail.com or give him a call at 214 557-8785.  The only tool you bring to the meeting is your favorite Bible (any homework is on your prompting).

CLICK HERE TO EMAIL DENNIS.

About the Leader:

Dennis Allen and his wife, Johnnye have been members of CRUMC for over 20 years.  Dennis has been continually active in church life starting as a member of the Jubilee Sunday School class.  In addition, he has served as the leader of the Love Where You Live mission program, President of United Methodist Men, and has been teaching Sunday School classes, Bible Studies and delivering sermons at senior living facilities in the area.

7 Days of Christmas: A Season of Generosity by Jen Hatmaker

Monday, November 2, 6-7:30 p.m. via Zoom

Vicki Sledge facilitates.

Hatmaker’s social experiments in seven key areas – food, clothes, spending, media, possessions, waste, stress – become thoughtful and practical acts of generosity that capture the true spirit of Christmas. The book covers seven days during the Christmas season to practice both generosity and restraint in the seven areas related to the book. It offers insight, humor, ideas, facts, and encouragement for the reader to consider while embracing this change, if only for 24 hours. Each area of excess impacts the family unit, the community, and the world at large. The author asks readers to consider that lead to less stuff but more joy.

Purchase This Book on Amazon Here

To register, CLICK HERE.

Vicki Sledge led a study on Jen Hatmaker’s breakout book, ‘7: An Experimental Mutiny Against Excess’, a few years ago – that profoundly changed her thinking about what is “enough.” She read this new book last Christmas with the idea of replacing holiday excesses with some simple, generous ideas, without minimizing the meaning of the season.

Genesis has some of the best known stories – from the creation of the universe, Adam and Eve, the flood and Noah’s ark, Abraham, Jacob and his 12 sons, and finally Joseph.

Why is it important for Christians to study Genesis? 

Check out this class to learn more! There will be lots of interaction and discussions.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

About the Leader:

Gene Oldham is a long-time and cherished member of Custer Road United Methodist Church.  A member of the Positive Thinker’s Sunday School class, Gene has led numerous Bible studies and is a gifted teacher and leader.

Disciple Fast Track, an adaptation of the original, bestselling Disciple Bible Study, provides a viable option for busy people seeking comprehensive engagement over time with the entire biblical text. In this section participants devote 12 weeks to the Old Testament. Participants read manageable 3-5 chapters of the Bible daily in preparation for the weekly meetings.  A brief, illustrated review video enables participants to recall important facts and ideas; lively and engaging video presenters then offer insights into the current week’s session.

There is a $16 materials fee for this class.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

About the Leaders:

David Paul has facilitated several Bible studies here at Custer Road UMC since 2004, but his passion is for the DISCIPLE series. Several of his former students have gone to serve the church beyond the classroom including the current director of adult ministries, a pastor, and several lay leaders. David currently serves on the Nominating and Leadership Committee and the Adult Discipleship Committee. 

The Rev. Dr. Kory Knott was appointed as Sr. Pastor to Custer Road UMC on July 1, 2013.  Prior to coming to Custer Road, Kory served as Senior Pastor of Argyle UMC where the church grew from 80 to 1200 members during his tenure.  Prior to stepping into a senior pastor role, Kory served as youth, college and singles minister at Highland Park UMC in Dallas where he launched their contemporary Cornerstone worship service. He has also served in youth ministry at First UMC Rowlett and was a youth intern at King’s Way UMC in Springfield, MO.  Kory and wife Jennifer have been married for 15 years and have three children: daughter, Taylor, and sons, Zachary and Reed.

As Beth Moore speaks to us from Jerusalem and other familiar locations in the Holy Land, we will personally walk in the footsteps of Jesus. We will gain a new perspective on His humanity, His persecutions, His temptations and His complete dedication to His Holy Father.

This study will reinforce God’s Love for all people through God’s benevolent gift of Grace in the form of God’s Son, Jesus the one and only.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

About the Leader:

Merrigale Allen has been a member of CRUMC and Chancel Choir since 2008. Having led many Bible Study groups, Merrigale is a devoted student of Scripture and a gifted teacher.

This study involves reading the book, answering questions contained in the book as well as utilizing a study guide for “The Red Sea Rules” written by Robert J. Morgan. The book is based on Exodus 14 in the Bible. From reading and studying Exodus 14 Robert Morgan developed dynamic principles; 10 God-given strategies for difficult times in his life that can be applied today taking one from fear to faith – from panic to praise. The reality is that we all experience and encounter challenges or difficulties in life, you may call them trials or tests from a spiritual perspective.  Another reality is you’re not alone.

This will be a ten-step journey in reading, studying, sharing and discussing the ten rules stated and expounded upon in Robert Morgan’s book, “The Red Sea Rules”.  For each rule will be a mini-journey in and of itself. You will find the book easy to read and to understand the applicability of the rule especially after answer the questions at the end of each rule as well as those in the study guide which takes one through a series of scripture passages that apply to the rule.

Are you ready for the study?  Please join us on Wednesday mornings starting at 11:45 and ending at approximately 1 p.m. either in person in the Venue at the church or by logging into the study using Zoom. Look forward to having you join us for fruitful sharing and discussion.

Click here to register. 

On November 6, 2020, the Friday Morning Men Bible Study Group will begin a study of the Book of Daniel in the Old Testament. If you think that these ancient moldy books of the Bible are just history books only and they do not really impact our faith walk in this modern world. You would be wrong! This great prophet of God was not only important to a conquered and scattered Hebrew people but is relevant for us today as we seek to understand Jesus and the growth of His church. The teenager Daniel and three of his friends were taken into custody by the great conquering Babylon Empire. They were then taken off to the Emperor’s court thousands of miles away to be raised in a pagan Babylonian culture. Find out how they survive in that world and were able to still faithful to God.

The group is currently meeting on Zoom each Friday morning around 6:30 am for a one-hour study starting at 6:45 am. If you are interested in giving this approach a try please contact Dennis Allen at all13983@gmail.com or give him a call at 214 557-8785.  The only tool you bring to the meeting is your favorite Bible (any homework is on your prompting).

CLICK HERE TO EMAIL DENNIS.

About the Leader:

Dennis Allen and his wife, Johnnye have been members of CRUMC for over 20 years.  Dennis has been continually active in church life starting as a member of the Jubilee Sunday School class.  In addition, he has served as the leader of the Love Where You Live mission program, President of United Methodist Men, and has been teaching Sunday School classes, Bible Studies and delivering sermons at senior living facilities in the area.

This Bible study has been bringing men together for over 14 years to read and study books of the Bible and Christian living publications.  The goal of the study group has been to provide men, who want to build on the foundations of their faith, a safe way to explore and grow that faith.  All have developed some understanding of the character of our triune God and formed opinions which leads to decisions in their lives.  Our loving God has given his creations an important tool for this in His inspired word of the Old and New Testament Bible.  Just reading God’s word often is a daunting and confusing task when we do on our own.  But men function best in this task through discussion and testing of what they have come to believe as a basis of their faith with other men.

This is not a lecture type study but one in which each participates through reading the text (including the hard to pronounce words) and then openly discussing their understanding.  First and foremost, we recognized the best teacher of the group is the Holy Spirit.  The discussion leader of the group comes each week with information from credible Bible Commentaries and theological institutions to add to the conversations.  But in the end, each participant accepts responsibility with the help of the Holy Spirit, to identify those things that strengthen their faith and understanding of God.  Over the 14 years men have found this to be an effective approach for them to meet their goal of a stronger faith.  The second benefit that has come out of these groups is a close fellowship between men that allows us to support each other. 

The group is currently meeting on Zoom each Friday morning around 6:30 am for a one-hour study starting at 6:45 am.   We are currently studying the Book of Revelations (a real mind blower).  If you are interested in giving this approach a try please contact Dennis Allen at all13983@gmail.com or give him a call at 214 557-8785.  The only tool you bring to the meeting is your favorite Bible (any homework is on your prompting).

CLICK HERE TO EMAIL DENNIS.

About the Leader:

Dennis Allen and his wife, Johnnye have been members of CRUMC for over 20 years.  Dennis has been continually active in church life starting as a member of the Jubilee Sunday School class.  In addition, he has served as the leader of the Love Where You Live mission program, President of United Methodist Men, and has been teaching Sunday School classes, Bible Studies and delivering sermons at senior living facilities in the area.

Genesis has some of the best known stories – from the creation of the universe, Adam and Eve, the flood and Noah’s ark, Abraham, Jacob and his 12 sons, and finally Joseph.

Why is it important for Christians to study Genesis? 

Check out this class to learn more! There will be lots of interaction and discussions.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

About the Leader:

Gene Oldham is a long-time and cherished member of Custer Road United Methodist Church.  A member of the Positive Thinker’s Sunday School class, Gene has led numerous Bible studies and is a gifted teacher and leader.

Disciple Fast Track, an adaptation of the original, bestselling Disciple Bible Study, provides a viable option for busy people seeking comprehensive engagement over time with the entire biblical text. In this section participants devote 12 weeks to the Old Testament. Participants read manageable 3-5 chapters of the Bible daily in preparation for the weekly meetings.  A brief, illustrated review video enables participants to recall important facts and ideas; lively and engaging video presenters then offer insights into the current week’s session.

There is a $16 materials fee for this class.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

About the Leaders:

David Paul has facilitated several Bible studies here at Custer Road UMC since 2004, but his passion is for the DISCIPLE series. Several of his former students have gone to serve the church beyond the classroom including the current director of adult ministries, a pastor, and several lay leaders. David currently serves on the Nominating and Leadership Committee and the Adult Discipleship Committee. 

The Rev. Dr. Kory Knott was appointed as Sr. Pastor to Custer Road UMC on July 1, 2013.  Prior to coming to Custer Road, Kory served as Senior Pastor of Argyle UMC where the church grew from 80 to 1200 members during his tenure.  Prior to stepping into a senior pastor role, Kory served as youth, college and singles minister at Highland Park UMC in Dallas where he launched their contemporary Cornerstone worship service. He has also served in youth ministry at First UMC Rowlett and was a youth intern at King’s Way UMC in Springfield, MO.  Kory and wife Jennifer have been married for 15 years and have three children: daughter, Taylor, and sons, Zachary and Reed.

As Beth Moore speaks to us from Jerusalem and other familiar locations in the Holy Land, we will personally walk in the footsteps of Jesus. We will gain a new perspective on His humanity, His persecutions, His temptations and His complete dedication to His Holy Father.

This study will reinforce God’s Love for all people through God’s benevolent gift of Grace in the form of God’s Son, Jesus the one and only.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

About the Leader:

Merrigale Allen has been a member of CRUMC and Chancel Choir since 2008. Having led many Bible Study groups, Merrigale is a devoted student of Scripture and a gifted teacher.

This study involves reading the book, answering questions contained in the book as well as utilizing a study guide for “The Red Sea Rules” written by Robert J. Morgan. The book is based on Exodus 14 in the Bible. From reading and studying Exodus 14 Robert Morgan developed dynamic principles; 10 God-given strategies for difficult times in his life that can be applied today taking one from fear to faith – from panic to praise. The reality is that we all experience and encounter challenges or difficulties in life, you may call them trials or tests from a spiritual perspective.  Another reality is you’re not alone.

This will be a ten-step journey in reading, studying, sharing and discussing the ten rules stated and expounded upon in Robert Morgan’s book, “The Red Sea Rules”.  For each rule will be a mini-journey in and of itself. You will find the book easy to read and to understand the applicability of the rule especially after answer the questions at the end of each rule as well as those in the study guide which takes one through a series of scripture passages that apply to the rule.

Are you ready for the study?  Please join us on Wednesday mornings starting at 11:45 and ending at approximately 1 p.m. either in person in the Venue at the church or by logging into the study using Zoom. Look forward to having you join us for fruitful sharing and discussion.

Click here to register. 

On November 6, 2020, the Friday Morning Men Bible Study Group will begin a study of the Book of Daniel in the Old Testament. If you think that these ancient moldy books of the Bible are just history books only and they do not really impact our faith walk in this modern world. You would be wrong! This great prophet of God was not only important to a conquered and scattered Hebrew people but is relevant for us today as we seek to understand Jesus and the growth of His church. The teenager Daniel and three of his friends were taken into custody by the great conquering Babylon Empire. They were then taken off to the Emperor’s court thousands of miles away to be raised in a pagan Babylonian culture. Find out how they survive in that world and were able to still faithful to God.

The group is currently meeting on Zoom each Friday morning around 6:30 am for a one-hour study starting at 6:45 am. If you are interested in giving this approach a try please contact Dennis Allen at all13983@gmail.com or give him a call at 214 557-8785.  The only tool you bring to the meeting is your favorite Bible (any homework is on your prompting).

CLICK HERE TO EMAIL DENNIS.

About the Leader:

Dennis Allen and his wife, Johnnye have been members of CRUMC for over 20 years.  Dennis has been continually active in church life starting as a member of the Jubilee Sunday School class.  In addition, he has served as the leader of the Love Where You Live mission program, President of United Methodist Men, and has been teaching Sunday School classes, Bible Studies and delivering sermons at senior living facilities in the area.

This Bible study has been bringing men together for over 14 years to read and study books of the Bible and Christian living publications.  The goal of the study group has been to provide men, who want to build on the foundations of their faith, a safe way to explore and grow that faith.  All have developed some understanding of the character of our triune God and formed opinions which leads to decisions in their lives.  Our loving God has given his creations an important tool for this in His inspired word of the Old and New Testament Bible.  Just reading God’s word often is a daunting and confusing task when we do on our own.  But men function best in this task through discussion and testing of what they have come to believe as a basis of their faith with other men.

This is not a lecture type study but one in which each participates through reading the text (including the hard to pronounce words) and then openly discussing their understanding.  First and foremost, we recognized the best teacher of the group is the Holy Spirit.  The discussion leader of the group comes each week with information from credible Bible Commentaries and theological institutions to add to the conversations.  But in the end, each participant accepts responsibility with the help of the Holy Spirit, to identify those things that strengthen their faith and understanding of God.  Over the 14 years men have found this to be an effective approach for them to meet their goal of a stronger faith.  The second benefit that has come out of these groups is a close fellowship between men that allows us to support each other. 

The group is currently meeting on Zoom each Friday morning around 6:30 am for a one-hour study starting at 6:45 am.   We are currently studying the Book of Revelations (a real mind blower).  If you are interested in giving this approach a try please contact Dennis Allen at all13983@gmail.com or give him a call at 214 557-8785.  The only tool you bring to the meeting is your favorite Bible (any homework is on your prompting).

CLICK HERE TO EMAIL DENNIS.

About the Leader:

Dennis Allen and his wife, Johnnye have been members of CRUMC for over 20 years.  Dennis has been continually active in church life starting as a member of the Jubilee Sunday School class.  In addition, he has served as the leader of the Love Where You Live mission program, President of United Methodist Men, and has been teaching Sunday School classes, Bible Studies and delivering sermons at senior living facilities in the area.

Covered Dishes Book Club | Monday, November 16 | 6:30 p.m.

Meets eight Mondays throughout the year, 6:30-8:30 p.m., B18. Bring a dish to share as Sally Davies facilitates a discussion of books selected by the group at the end of each year. Titles include popular bestsellers, memoirs, history, historical fiction, classics and more. Participants also share personal book selections and attend author talks. Contact Sally Davies via email here for questions or more information.

This month we’ll discuss the book…

‘The Secrets We Kept’ By: Lara Prescott

At the height of the Cold War, two secretaries are pulled out of the typing pool at the CIA and given the assignment of a lifetime. Their mission: to smuggle Doctor Zhivago out of the USSR, where no one dare publish it, and help Pasternak’s magnum opus make its way into print around the world. Glamorous and sophisticated Sally Forrester is a seasoned spy who has honed her gift for deceit all over the world–using her magnetism and charm to pry secrets out of powerful men. Irina is a complete novice, and under Sally’s tutelage quickly learns how to blend in, make drops, and invisibly ferry classified documents.

The Secrets We Kept combines a legendary literary love story–the decades-long affair between Pasternak and his mistress and muse, Olga Ivinskaya, who was sent to the Gulag and inspired Zhivago’s heroine, Lara–with a narrative about two women empowered to lead lives of extraordinary intrigue and risk. From Pasternak’s country estate outside Moscow to the brutalities of the Gulag, from Washington, D.C. to Paris and Milan, The Secrets We Kept captures a watershed moment in the history of literature–told with soaring emotional intensity and captivating historical detail. And at the center of this unforgettable debut is the powerful belief that a piece of art can change the world.

Click here to purchase ‘The Secrets We Kept’ by Lara Prescott on Amazon.com.

Genesis has some of the best known stories – from the creation of the universe, Adam and Eve, the flood and Noah’s ark, Abraham, Jacob and his 12 sons, and finally Joseph.

Why is it important for Christians to study Genesis? 

Check out this class to learn more! There will be lots of interaction and discussions.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

About the Leader:

Gene Oldham is a long-time and cherished member of Custer Road United Methodist Church.  A member of the Positive Thinker’s Sunday School class, Gene has led numerous Bible studies and is a gifted teacher and leader.

Disciple Fast Track, an adaptation of the original, bestselling Disciple Bible Study, provides a viable option for busy people seeking comprehensive engagement over time with the entire biblical text. In this section participants devote 12 weeks to the Old Testament. Participants read manageable 3-5 chapters of the Bible daily in preparation for the weekly meetings.  A brief, illustrated review video enables participants to recall important facts and ideas; lively and engaging video presenters then offer insights into the current week’s session.

There is a $16 materials fee for this class.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

About the Leaders:

David Paul has facilitated several Bible studies here at Custer Road UMC since 2004, but his passion is for the DISCIPLE series. Several of his former students have gone to serve the church beyond the classroom including the current director of adult ministries, a pastor, and several lay leaders. David currently serves on the Nominating and Leadership Committee and the Adult Discipleship Committee. 

The Rev. Dr. Kory Knott was appointed as Sr. Pastor to Custer Road UMC on July 1, 2013.  Prior to coming to Custer Road, Kory served as Senior Pastor of Argyle UMC where the church grew from 80 to 1200 members during his tenure.  Prior to stepping into a senior pastor role, Kory served as youth, college and singles minister at Highland Park UMC in Dallas where he launched their contemporary Cornerstone worship service. He has also served in youth ministry at First UMC Rowlett and was a youth intern at King’s Way UMC in Springfield, MO.  Kory and wife Jennifer have been married for 15 years and have three children: daughter, Taylor, and sons, Zachary and Reed.

As Beth Moore speaks to us from Jerusalem and other familiar locations in the Holy Land, we will personally walk in the footsteps of Jesus. We will gain a new perspective on His humanity, His persecutions, His temptations and His complete dedication to His Holy Father.

This study will reinforce God’s Love for all people through God’s benevolent gift of Grace in the form of God’s Son, Jesus the one and only.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

About the Leader:

Merrigale Allen has been a member of CRUMC and Chancel Choir since 2008. Having led many Bible Study groups, Merrigale is a devoted student of Scripture and a gifted teacher.

This Bible study has been bringing men together for over 14 years to read and study books of the Bible and Christian living publications.  The goal of the study group has been to provide men, who want to build on the foundations of their faith, a safe way to explore and grow that faith.  All have developed some understanding of the character of our triune God and formed opinions which leads to decisions in their lives.  Our loving God has given his creations an important tool for this in His inspired word of the Old and New Testament Bible.  Just reading God’s word often is a daunting and confusing task when we do on our own.  But men function best in this task through discussion and testing of what they have come to believe as a basis of their faith with other men.

This is not a lecture type study but one in which each participates through reading the text (including the hard to pronounce words) and then openly discussing their understanding.  First and foremost, we recognized the best teacher of the group is the Holy Spirit.  The discussion leader of the group comes each week with information from credible Bible Commentaries and theological institutions to add to the conversations.  But in the end, each participant accepts responsibility with the help of the Holy Spirit, to identify those things that strengthen their faith and understanding of God.  Over the 14 years men have found this to be an effective approach for them to meet their goal of a stronger faith.  The second benefit that has come out of these groups is a close fellowship between men that allows us to support each other. 

The group is currently meeting on Zoom each Friday morning around 6:30 am for a one-hour study starting at 6:45 am.   We are currently studying the Book of Revelations (a real mind blower).  If you are interested in giving this approach a try please contact Dennis Allen at all13983@gmail.com or give him a call at 214 557-8785.  The only tool you bring to the meeting is your favorite Bible (any homework is on your prompting).

CLICK HERE TO EMAIL DENNIS.

About the Leader:

Dennis Allen and his wife, Johnnye have been members of CRUMC for over 20 years.  Dennis has been continually active in church life starting as a member of the Jubilee Sunday School class.  In addition, he has served as the leader of the Love Where You Live mission program, President of United Methodist Men, and has been teaching Sunday School classes, Bible Studies and delivering sermons at senior living facilities in the area.

On November 6, 2020, the Friday Morning Men Bible Study Group will begin a study of the Book of Daniel in the Old Testament. If you think that these ancient moldy books of the Bible are just history books only and they do not really impact our faith walk in this modern world. You would be wrong! This great prophet of God was not only important to a conquered and scattered Hebrew people but is relevant for us today as we seek to understand Jesus and the growth of His church. The teenager Daniel and three of his friends were taken into custody by the great conquering Babylon Empire. They were then taken off to the Emperor’s court thousands of miles away to be raised in a pagan Babylonian culture. Find out how they survive in that world and were able to still faithful to God.

The group is currently meeting on Zoom each Friday morning around 6:30 am for a one-hour study starting at 6:45 am. If you are interested in giving this approach a try please contact Dennis Allen at all13983@gmail.com or give him a call at 214 557-8785.  The only tool you bring to the meeting is your favorite Bible (any homework is on your prompting).

CLICK HERE TO EMAIL DENNIS.

About the Leader:

Dennis Allen and his wife, Johnnye have been members of CRUMC for over 20 years.  Dennis has been continually active in church life starting as a member of the Jubilee Sunday School class.  In addition, he has served as the leader of the Love Where You Live mission program, President of United Methodist Men, and has been teaching Sunday School classes, Bible Studies and delivering sermons at senior living facilities in the area.

5 Days, Monday-Friday, Nov. 23-27, hosted by Vicki Sledge

Over Thanksgiving week, look back at the amazing things we can be thankful to God for, as well as look to him with eyes of faith for our future. Optional Zoom meeting at study conclusion on Sunday, Nov. 29, at 4 p.m.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

About the Leader:

Vicki Sledge expects this Thanksgiving to be unrecognizable in comparison to big, extended-family dinners and afternoon football games she remembers growing up in Mississippi. But she’s thinking Thanksgiving could, in fact, be better – if instead of concentrating on food and football, for just five days we focus on all that we have to be grateful for in this strange year, when extended family is truly distant.

Genesis has some of the best known stories – from the creation of the universe, Adam and Eve, the flood and Noah’s ark, Abraham, Jacob and his 12 sons, and finally Joseph.

Why is it important for Christians to study Genesis? 

Check out this class to learn more! There will be lots of interaction and discussions.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

About the Leader:

Gene Oldham is a long-time and cherished member of Custer Road United Methodist Church.  A member of the Positive Thinker’s Sunday School class, Gene has led numerous Bible studies and is a gifted teacher and leader.

This Bible study has been bringing men together for over 14 years to read and study books of the Bible and Christian living publications.  The goal of the study group has been to provide men, who want to build on the foundations of their faith, a safe way to explore and grow that faith.  All have developed some understanding of the character of our triune God and formed opinions which leads to decisions in their lives.  Our loving God has given his creations an important tool for this in His inspired word of the Old and New Testament Bible.  Just reading God’s word often is a daunting and confusing task when we do on our own.  But men function best in this task through discussion and testing of what they have come to believe as a basis of their faith with other men.

This is not a lecture type study but one in which each participates through reading the text (including the hard to pronounce words) and then openly discussing their understanding.  First and foremost, we recognized the best teacher of the group is the Holy Spirit.  The discussion leader of the group comes each week with information from credible Bible Commentaries and theological institutions to add to the conversations.  But in the end, each participant accepts responsibility with the help of the Holy Spirit, to identify those things that strengthen their faith and understanding of God.  Over the 14 years men have found this to be an effective approach for them to meet their goal of a stronger faith.  The second benefit that has come out of these groups is a close fellowship between men that allows us to support each other. 

The group is currently meeting on Zoom each Friday morning around 6:30 am for a one-hour study starting at 6:45 am.   We are currently studying the Book of Revelations (a real mind blower).  If you are interested in giving this approach a try please contact Dennis Allen at all13983@gmail.com or give him a call at 214 557-8785.  The only tool you bring to the meeting is your favorite Bible (any homework is on your prompting).

CLICK HERE TO EMAIL DENNIS.

About the Leader:

Dennis Allen and his wife, Johnnye have been members of CRUMC for over 20 years.  Dennis has been continually active in church life starting as a member of the Jubilee Sunday School class.  In addition, he has served as the leader of the Love Where You Live mission program, President of United Methodist Men, and has been teaching Sunday School classes, Bible Studies and delivering sermons at senior living facilities in the area.

On November 6, 2020, the Friday Morning Men Bible Study Group will begin a study of the Book of Daniel in the Old Testament. If you think that these ancient moldy books of the Bible are just history books only and they do not really impact our faith walk in this modern world. You would be wrong! This great prophet of God was not only important to a conquered and scattered Hebrew people but is relevant for us today as we seek to understand Jesus and the growth of His church. The teenager Daniel and three of his friends were taken into custody by the great conquering Babylon Empire. They were then taken off to the Emperor’s court thousands of miles away to be raised in a pagan Babylonian culture. Find out how they survive in that world and were able to still faithful to God.

The group is currently meeting on Zoom each Friday morning around 6:30 am for a one-hour study starting at 6:45 am. If you are interested in giving this approach a try please contact Dennis Allen at all13983@gmail.com or give him a call at 214 557-8785.  The only tool you bring to the meeting is your favorite Bible (any homework is on your prompting).

CLICK HERE TO EMAIL DENNIS.

About the Leader:

Dennis Allen and his wife, Johnnye have been members of CRUMC for over 20 years.  Dennis has been continually active in church life starting as a member of the Jubilee Sunday School class.  In addition, he has served as the leader of the Love Where You Live mission program, President of United Methodist Men, and has been teaching Sunday School classes, Bible Studies and delivering sermons at senior living facilities in the area.

5 Days, Monday-Friday, Nov. 30-Dec. 4, hosted by Jarren Mohanna

What can we do when the Christmas season isn’t so happy and merry? Optional Zoom meeting at study conclusion.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

About the Leader:

Jarren Mohanna, whose husband, Mitch, died suddenly in the fall of 2015, doubted that the next Christmas and the ones to come would ever be merry again. As a participant in and now facilitator of GriefShare at Custer Road UMC, she has come to realize that “merry” may not be what Christmas is about anyway.