Understanding The Holy Spirit
Know much about the Third Person of the Trinity? Come learn about the Holy Spirit from Scripture. Wednesdays, beginning September 1, 5-6 p.m. Five weeks, led by Pastor John. Register online at www.athensfirstumc.org. 

 

Beth Moore Women's Bible Study
There will be a new Bible study from Beth Moore, Breaking Free, beginning on Wednesdays through November 10. Two classes will be offered: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. OR 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Childcare will not be available. If you are interested, please sign up by emailing
jstrickland@bellsouth.net or hweston43@charter.net.
Cost is $17 (includes study book).

 

Bible Study: Learn from the Hymns
The writers of our favorite hymns were not just happy, pious, and "old-fashioned" people. One of these hymns was written by a man who experienced a dramatic conversion from gang member to preacher, another by a man who lost his entire family in a sinking ship, and yet another by a woman who was discouraged in her work as a missionary. It is through these trials that these men and women of God were able to praise him from the depths of their aching hearts. What value do these old hymns have for us today? What do they reveal about God's character?

Begins Sunday, Sept. 12, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m., Room 256, 6 weeks, Led by Julie Caldwell, jpowell@negia.net. No materials needed.

 

Prayer Shawl Ministry
You are invited to join a group of expert and novice knitters and crocheters as we create prayer shawls by praying as they knit the shawls. Completed prayer shawls are prayed for by the group and given to those who have special needs so that as they wrap in a shawl the prayers of the ministry surrounds the recipient. The group meets weekly on Wednesday evenings on a come-as-you-can basis between 4:45 and 5:30 p.m. in the parlor at the top of the elevator near the Hancock Street entrance. Come join us or work at home as you prefer. For more information, email Dianne Morrison at dianne.morrison@gmail.com or call 706-353-0447.