Adult Ministries at Providence promote fellowship and provide opportunities which enable us to get connected to God and each other. Small group experiences are offered in a wide variety of formats including Sunday morning classes, weekly Bible Study groups, prayer team, Disciple classes and recreational events. We believe that through small group connections we grow in our faith, care for each other, develop our gifts, share joys and concerns, serve others and have FUN! If you have questions about how to get connected in Adult Ministries, email Leslie Lunsford at LLunsford@provumc.com

We believe that it is God's will for each of us to be involved in the ministries of the church. The members of Providence UMC are its ministers assisted by the staff.

It is our hope that we will not simply have 'attenders' but will help create 'extenders'; people who will extend God's love and caring far beyond the walls of our own church.

Small Group Page
From 8:45-9:45am, 10am-10:45am and 11am-12noon each week, we have classes for all ages and stages. Visit our Small Group page for class descriptions, times, and room numbers.

DivorceCare
Providence UMC and Heritage Christian Church are excited to team up to offer fall 13-week DivorceCare class and DivorceCare for Kids for children 5 -12 years old. The classes begin meeting in The Brick building at HCC on Wednesdays @ 6:30 pm at 2130 Redwine Road in Fayetteville. Free workbooks and childcare will be provided. If you cannot attend the fall session, plan to be at Providence for the spring session beginning in January.
Most people will tell you that separation and divorce are two of the most painful and stressful experiences you'll ever face. DivorceCare can help you confront these many challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. DivorceCare for Kids has specially trained leaders to help children recover from the hurt of divorce and foster communication between the parent and child during this sad time. You don't have to go through this alone, please join us so your healing process can begin. If you are interested in signing up or just want more info, please call Barbara Hudson (678-773-4656); Charlie Penny (678-570-7775); or Wendy & Tim Peterson (678-977-1499). If you want to enroll your child in DivorceCare for Kids or want more information please contact Mike Conaway at mikeconaway@heritagechristian.org


Prayer Team
We believe in the power of prayer! The prayer team meets weekly to discuss prayer requests and to pray for these and other specific needs of our church and community. Call Clarice Howard at 770-486-0996 for more information.

Conversation Café
Wed. 6:30 PM
During the school year this class meets after Wednesday Night Supper. Grab a cup of coffee and drop in to this class. Led by Jon & Dawn Hunt in Room 103.

 Stephen Ministry
At Providence, Stephen Ministry is alive and growing! If you have the gifts of compassion, service and prayer, you may want to consider becoming a Stephen Minister. To learn more about Stephen Ministry, please visit http://www.provumc.com/stephen_ministry.pdf.

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 Men’s Ministry
Men’s Fellowship Group
This men’s group meets monthly for breakfast, fellowship and service projects. The next breakfast is September 12th at 8:00 a.m. Call Tom Nolan for info (678-817-5992).

*Children’s classes or childcare available

Wednesday Night Programs

Wednesday Night Dinners
Join us for food and fellowship at Big Al's Kitchen!

Click here to sign up for dinner!

For Wednesday Night Adult Programs, visit our Small Group page.

Women’s Fellowship

Faith and Fitness
Meet us on September 12th for this study based on the book, Running on Empty. This Bible study followed by walking exercise is a great way to fellowship with other women on the second Saturday morning of each month. For more information call Carol Axford 770-461-2623 or carolaxford@comcast.net

Chop and Chat
Wednesdays 9:00-11:30 AM
On August 18th we resume another season of the Chop and Chat Bible ladies study group from 9:30-11:30. If you can stay after class, head to kitchen for an hour to help with the chopping for that night’s dinner. Childcare is provided during both class and kitchen work time. Just come to help in the kitchen if you can only spare an hour. Contact Kelly Anderson at mikekellya@yahoo.com or 404-805-8161.

Community Bible Study
The study for 2010-11 is the book of Genesis. CBS says “Genesis displays God’s holiness and faithfulness, and His patient development of mankind’s faith in a coming Messiah”. First class for the next school year is Friday, September 10th. This group of ladies from many denominations meets at Providence UMC on Friday mornings 9:30-11:30 a.m. during the school year. Nursery, children’s & juniors programs, 6 weeks-8th grade, available. Homeschoolers welcome! Contact Janet Jeffares at jeffares4@bellsouth.net or 770-632-8757 for info.

How do I Connect at **Providence**?
If you are new to Providence or just ready to get involved, please contact Leslie Lunsford at LLunsford@provumc.com and she will help you find a class or small group that interests you, give you information about ways to serve and answer your questions about Providence UMC.

If you come with us, we will share with you whatever good things the Lord gives us.
                                              Numbers 10:32

For more information
please contact
the church office:
770.719.8800

or e-mail:
LLunsford@provumc.com

Lake Junaluska Conference
and Retreat Center
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center is a United Methodist Church-owned lodging and meeting facility. Situated in the Smoky Mountains near Asheville, NC, Lake Junaluska is the perfect location for small group retreats, meetings, & family vacations. Go to www.lakejunaluska.com or
call 1-800-222-4930 for info.