Crossroads Contemporary Worship
Worship in a casual atmosphere. Sing along with our Praise Band and Praise Choir. Modern songs for modern times. Meets in the Family Life Center (also know as the gymnasium!) on Sunday mornings at 8:45 and 11:00.

Traditional Worship
Traditional worship at its best. A fantastic choir, inspirational sermons, a moving time to share of celebrations and concerns, heartfelt prayers, and insightful responsive readings. Join us at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. every Sunday. Communion on the first Sunday of each month!

9:45 A.M. Sunday School
We offer a variety of Sunday School classes at 9:45 a.m. Contact the MPUMC office to get help in finding a class that fits your needs in terms of age group, class focus, level of interactivity/homework, or a specific leader.

Young Adult
Age Group – 20-40
Teachers – Martha Scott and Barron Kennedy
Style – Variety/Discussion
Location – Room 22

New Beginnings
Age Group – 25-45
Teacher – Kristi Davis
Style – Book studies from Bible and contemporary issues
Location – Old Building; Room 2

Ragamuffins
Age Group – 25+
Teacher – Bob and Elaine Ruth
Style – Discussion on variety of Bible-related books
Location – Education Wing, Room 23

Open Door
Age Group – All ages
Teachers – Kevin Slimp and Phil Moore
Style – Discuss variety of books and studies
Location – Office Suite Conference Room

Open Minds
Age Group – All ages
Teacher – Eric Rieger
Style – Lecture/Dialogue
Location – Family Life Center Gym

Experiencing God
Age Group – 40+ (Women only)
Style – Discussion of book/video
Location – Music Suite; Room 40

Genesis
Age Group – 40+
Teachers – Sheila Cooper, Steve Adams, Ron Uglow
Style – Variety of books and Bible studies
Location – Family Life Center; Room 31

Seekers
Age Group – 45+
Teacher – Various class members (contact Martha Sparrow)
Style – Variety of Biblical and religious studies
Location – Education Wing; Room 17

Pilgrims
Age Group – 45-55
Teacher – Larry and Pam Scollard
Style – Discussion; variety of studies, video series and books
Location – Old Building; Room 1

Believers
Age Group – 50-80
Teacher – Betty Earl
Style – Variety of books, videos and Bible studies
Location – Family Life Center; Room 30

Fellowship
Age Group – 60+
Teacher – Glen Beets
Style – Quarterly curriculum from Cokesbury
Location – Education Wing, Room 27

Wednesday Night Connection Dinner
Great food at an unbeatable price! Need we say more? Join us for dinner on Wednesday nights and let some Christian fellowship and fun help get you through the week.

United Methodist Women
UMW, which  has four circles to meet the growing needs of the women at Middlebrook Pike UMC, supports numerous mission activities. All women of the church are invited to become a member of a circle.  You do not have to be a church member to join a circle. Please contact Barbara Cope (539-0720) or Charlene Tarvin (694-8194) if you would like more information about UMW or any of the circles.

• Now Circle. Now Circle meets the last Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. at various locations for fellowship, mission projects, outings and support. Contact:  Amy Gibson (584-6996) or Kathy Rinaca (691-9145)
• Mary Rayfield Circle. Mary Rayfield Circle meets at 7:00 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, usually at member’s homes.  This circle is active in all UMW activities. Contact:  Sara Cullison (691-4978)
• Selah Circle. Selah is the newest UMW circle and is comprised mostly of women with small children.  The circle meets on the 2nd Thursday of month at 6:30, usually at the church but with some meetings at other locations Contact:  Becky Brown (671-3647)
• Willing Workers Circle. Currently the only daytime circle, Willing Workers Circle meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month in the church Fellowship Hall for Bible study and a potluck lunch.  They have a great time of fellowship and interest in church service activities. Contact:  Elaine McGinn (693-7629)

Disciple I, II, III, and IV
The Disciple series is a popular, disciplined, intensive Bible study course. Reading assignments lead to discussions, which lead to understanding the Word of God.

Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministers are lay caregivers that have been specially trained to provide Christian care to the bereaved, hospitalized, terminally ill, separated, divorced, unemployed, relocated, and others facing a crisis or life challenge. Stephen Ministry helps pastors and congregations provide quality caring ministry for as long as people need it. If you would like a Stephen Minister to assist you in a time of crisis, please contact one of our Pastors. If you would like to become a Stephen Minister, please contact the church office. For more information, please visit our dedicated Stephen Ministry web page.

Beth Moore Bible Study
A Bible study course tailored to women, featuring video tapes of Beth Moore, a moving speaker with valuable insights into Christianity and the Bible in today's world. Men looking for inspiration should look elsewhere.

Forgiveness Class
A unique class led by Dr. Ann Slimp. Focuses on the role forgiveness plays in our lives—helping us work through issues that may be keeping us from getting closer to Christ.

Prayer Around the Altar
Every Tuesday morning at 10:00, the MPUMC staff gathers in the Sanctuary for a time of prayer. Everyone is invited to attend and participate in this special time of communication with our Lord.

Men's and Women's Coffee Club
Why can't we all just get along? Since coffee and the two genders apparently don't mix, we offer separate coffee clubs for men and women. Get together with your own kind by checking the Messenger for dates and times. Leave your better half at home.

Tuesday Lunch Bunch
Anyone can attend this lunchtime get together. Meets the first Tuesday of every month at some local restaurant, which is announced in the Messenger.

Pointe of Praise
Join this MPUMC dance troupe and help invigorate various worship services with the beauty of modern dance. Open to all ages!

F-Troupe
A perfect outlet for the ham in you. This adult (sort of) drama troupe acts out on a regular basis in our various worship services to help reinforce that day's themes.

Sewing Circle
If you enjoy sewing, bring it to church. Our sewing circle meets Wednesdays for a stitch in time. This group gets the credit for those fantastic costumes you see on our children each year in the Christmas Pageant.

Creation Care Ministry
A new program aimed at helping us all find ways to care for the
environment, save energy, and be better stewards of God’s beautiful creation. For more information, contact Chris Trueblood at 769-0115 or Chris@christrueblood.com. For tips on how you can improve your environmental stewardship, visit our Creation Care web page.

Mothers Support Group
Mothers' Support Group meets the first Tuesday of each month during the school year at local restaurants for a lunch meeting, with an occasional night meeting or get together at a member's home. There is typically an overnight retreat once a year. The group also delivers a homemade dinner to the home of any church member following a birth and sends money to UMCOR mother/child-related missions as needed. Mothers of all ages are welcome.

Toastmaster
Master your phobia about speaking in public. Smooth out your communication skills. Join a Toastmaster class that meets at MPUMC.

Emmaus
Every year, several MPUMC members participate in the life-changing Walk to Emmaus program. This is a spiritual renewal experience to re-introduce us to the fundamentals of Christianity and its role in our lives.