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6290 Shallowford Road Church Office (336)
945-3203/945-4419 |
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Welcome to Lewisville United Methodist Church! Lewisville United Methodist Church has been serving the Lewisville community since 1878. With a membership of over 800, we offer a full range of programs and ministries for all ages. We welcome your interest in our church and are here to serve you. We invite you to share in the ministry of the church through active participation and membership, and to become an integral part of our family. Included in this brochure is a list of some of the ministries of our church. For further information, call the church office at 945-3203. We gather as a church for traditional worship each Sunday morning at 11:00. There is a contemporary worship at 8:30am most Sundays in the Fellowship hall with music provided by the Praise Band. We encourage active participation of children in this service. Nurseries are provided for children through age four. The Sacrament of Holy Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month except during Easter and Christmas when we have special celebrations.
The music ministries of Lewisville United Methodist Church offer opportunities to people of all ages. Children's Choir (K-5th grade) meets on Monday evenings from 6:30 to 7:15 in the choir room. The children sing, play handchimes and frequently participate in the worship service. (Does not meet when school is out.) Youth Handbell Choir meets on Monday afternoons at 4:00 pm in the handbell room on the second floor. (Does meet when school is out.) The Chancel Choir meets on Wednesdays at 7:30 pm in the choir room. This choir, which has an outstanding reputation in the district, prepares and offers the music for all the worship services of our church. The Adult Handbell Choir is another musical opportunity offered at our church. This choir meets on Mondays at 7:30 pm and often participates in the Sunday worship service as well as performing on special occasions. The choir meets in the handbell room on the second floor. (Does not meet when school is out.) Let us make a joyful noise unto the Lord Sunday School is an essential part of Christian Growth. We offer classes for children of all ages on Sunday mornings at 9:45 am. These classes are located on the ground floor of our buildings. The younger children's classes are on the lower level in the children's building. Infant - Toddlers Kindergarten Class Acolytes - 8 years old and older Vacation Bible School - A summer time experience of spiritual growth, learning and fun. Wonderful Wednesdays - Summer activities for children. Preschool - Accredited by the National Academy Programs, classes are for children 2 - 4 years of age. There is a Mother's Morning Out program available for younger children. School Care - Before and after school program for grades K-5 is open on days that students attend WS/Forsyth County School System. There is a special program for Middle School children. Operating hours are 7:00-8:30 am and 2:30-6:00 pm. Lewisville United Methodist Church offers many opportunities for youth in grades 6-12 to fellowship with one another and to grow in their relationship with God. United Methodist Youth Fellowship: The youth meet on Sunday evenings in the youth room, located on the second floor of the west wing of the church, for fellowship, a program, and a meal together. There are separate programs for junior high (6th-8th grade) and senior high (9th-12th grade) youth. Synago: Synago is a student-led Bible study just for senior high (9th-12th grade) students. It meets on Wednesday nights from 7:00-8:15 pm on the second floor of the church, in room 220. The studies address a variety of topics relevant to teenage life and growing closer to God. Release: Release is a program just for junior high (6th-8th grade) students that meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, from 6:45-8:00 pm in the youth room on the second floor of the church. It is a time for hanging out with friends and playing games, all in a casual, welcoming atmosphere. Sunday School: Youth Sunday school classes meet at 9:45 am on the second floor of the west wing of the church, near the fellowship hall. There are separate classes for 6th grade, junior high (7th-8th grade), and senior high (9th-12th grade). Confirmation Class (6 grade and up): Meets in the late winter and spring on Sunday mornings at 9:30 am and studies about our relationship to God and the church. In addition, there are other fun activities such as lock-ins, parties, and various trips throughout the year. In the summer, senior high youth have the opportunity to participate in the Carolina Cross Connection mission trip, and all youth can attend the annual trip to Lake Junaluska. Also, the youth take part in several other fundraisers and service projects during the year. New faces are always welcome at any youth event. Please be sure to check the youth news in the church newsletter to find out what events are coming up!
Bible Studies: There are at least two Bible studies. One in the fall and another in the spring. Informal and open discussion is the format. United Methodist Men: Breakfast meeting second Sunday each month at 7:30 am. Work on projects for the benefit of church and community. United Methodist Women: Four active circles meeting monthly (contact church office for time and places) Many worthwhile projects that benefit and church, community and world. "The Echoes" - (Senior Adults but everyone is welcome) Monthly activities, trips, meals and fellowship. "The Young and the Ageless" - Singles group that meets monthly for fellowship, activities, meals, etc. Adult Sunday School Classes Fellowship Class - Adult class, all ages, discusses contemporary events in light of the Bible's teachings. Meets in Room 219. Yokefellow Class - Adult class, studies variety of traditional and contemporary issues in an informal setting. Meets in Room 220. Upper Room Class - Adult class,
studies the Bible using the using a Book of the Bible Series. Meets in
Room 217. Wesleyan Class - Uses the Adult Bible Studies series from Cokesbury and seeks to make Christian growth and service a lifelong journey. The class welcomes all who would walk with them. Meets in Room 218. Discovery Class - Adult class, all ages, discusses contemporary issues in light of the Bible. Meets in Room 215. Lewisville United Methodist Church provides many opportunities for enrichment and fellowship. There are special outings and activities on a seasonal basis.
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