300 East Wayne Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 422-4681
firstwaynestreet@fwsumc.org

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New session of Making the Connection begins Nov. 6

Afternoon Fellowship

4:00-5:30p.m.

“Geography of God: Exploring the Christian Journey”

Room: 2nd Floor Parlor

This class continues from last session:

 A Geography of God: Exploring the Christian Journey, by Rev. Michael Lindvall, former pastor at First Pres. In Fort Wayne, takes the reader on “a journey across the wild, unpredictable, and finally, joyful landscape of the Christian Life. Saints, poets, novelists and theologians are the fascinating travel companions along the way.” 

Leader: Pastor Cheryl Garbe               

Advent Study: God Is With Us

An advent study that will encourage you to “explore your longing for God’s presence through a study of the Lectionary Bible readings for Advent and Christmas.”

 Leaders: Rev. Denise Lapsley, Rev. Tom Rough, and Rev. Mike Harris  

GriefShare

Room 220

A continuing 13-week grief recovery support group where you can find help and healing for the hurt of a losing a loved one.

Cost: $15

Leader: Pastor Jan Funk

3:00-5:00 p.m.

(This course runs for 13 consecutive weeks, from September 18-December 11, 2019)

Shared Meal Fellowship

A light meal is served from 5-6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall with a “free will” offering. 

Evening Session

6:00 p.m. 

Friendsgiving Centerpiece Jar Art

Room 115

Are you crafty? Come make a neat Fall centerpiece to adorn our “Friendsgiving” tables! The centerpiece you make in this one-session class will be used for our “Friendsgiving” supper on November 10. Supplies will be provided.

Leader: Linda Elliott

(One-session class on November 6) 

Healing School     

Does Jesus still heal, today?  Will Jesus heal me?  Come join us as we review the healing ministry of Jesus as recorded in the NT Gospels.  You will discover that healing belongs to everyone who comes to Jesus with a believing heart.  This group will offer support and encouragement.

Leader: Cookye Rutledge 

Family Gingerbread Houses

Bring the whole family along and make a gingerbread house together to take home for the holidays! Each family will use icing, candies, and creativity to decorate a gingerbread house.

Cost: $10, pre-registration required

Leader: Audra Reinders

(One-session activity on December 4)

Children’s Activities 

3rd Floor  Music activities include choir and bells; Mission Possible Kids

NOTE: Children will also be meeting December 11, 14, and 18 for Musical and Christmas service rehearsals. See Phyllis Boester for more information

Youth Activities  

Third Floor 

A gathering time for fellowship, study, and fun led by Kim Truesdell, Director of Youth Ministry.