ProgramsFirst-Plymouth Congregational Church
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First-Plymouth Congregational Church, United Church of Christ touches
thousands of lives each week with the good news of Jesus Christ. Its on-going
ministries reach out to meet the needs of our community and our world.
First-Plymouth seeks to provide pathways for growth. A variety of small groups
offer opportunities for friendships, spiritual and personal growth, emotional
and spiritual support, or activity and service.
This page lists the many small groups in our church. You are invited to join the
group(s) that speaks to your needs and interests. Our staff will help direct you
to the appropriate contact person. If you have questions that this brochure
cannot answer, please call the church office. If you have an idea about a new
group which you would like to see get started, please contact one of the staff
members of the church. The church telephone number is 476-7565.
In addition to the on-going groups listed in this page, short-term educational
programs are also offered. That information is available from the church office
or in the bi-weekly HERALD.
The ministry and fellowship of this church are enriched by your participation.
May you be guided to your place where you can grow, thrive and serve our God in
joy.
Sunday Classes |
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Adult Bible Study - Rev. Bill Gay |
“Something Else” — Jim Hewitt Current events & Bible discussion 9:00-10:00 AM — Calvert Parlor |
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| Sunday Discussion Group 9:00-10:00 AM — Room A Year Round — Leaders Vary Sponsored by the Singles Ministry |
Course in Miracles — Leaders Vary 9:40-11:00 AM — Sr. Minister Office Year Round |
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Book Discussion Group—Dick Allen Between Church Services Staff Room—2nd Floor September-May |
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| Bible Study –
Rev. Renae Koehler 9:30– 11:00 AM — Pilgrim Hall Year round |
Early Risers for Men –Bob Bartle 7:00-8:00 AM — Pilgrim Hall 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the Month |
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| Thursday Classes Early Birds Group for Men 7:00-8:00 AM — Courtyard Lounge September—May |
Women’s Circle 1—Rev. Ralph Sturdy Focus on Women of the Bible 9:30-11:00 AM — Calvert Parlor 1st Wednesday of the month |
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Not Your Ordinary Modern Bible study |
Women’s Circle 3-
Rev. Barb Smisek 9:30-11:00 AM — Pilgrim Hall 2nd Wednesday of the Month |
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Friday Classes |
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| Early Bird Discussion for Women Led by Rev. Jim Keck 7:00-8:00 AM — Pilgrim Hall 1st & 3rd Fridays Year Round |
Men’s Noon Discussion Group Led by Rev. Jim Keck Noon-1 PM — Pilgrim Hall 1st & 3rd Fridays September-May |
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Sunday Evening Dinner Group - 2nd Sunday of October, January, March and June, 6 p.m., Pilgrim Hall. Potluck supper and educational program.
This Side of Forty - Sunday evening, six times a year. Topical discussions and refreshments, meeting in various homes, for forty-somethings and beyond. Contact Barb Smisek for information.
Church Open House/Divine Offerings meets once a month in members homes. For people of all ages (married or single). People bring their favorite beverage (usually wine) and an appetizer to share. Contact Tammy Alvis.
First-Plymouth Church sponsors the following teams.
Adult Men's Basketball – Wednesdays 7:30-9:00 p.m. & Sundays 2:00-4:00 p.m. Contact Bradley Walker
Singles Volleyball, Mondays 7:30 pm and Fridays 6 p.m. in church gym. Contact Addie Powell
Men’s Golf Group-Meets weekly during Golf Season. Contact Addie Powell
Friendly Service - Thursday, 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Pilgrim Hall. Sewing, knitting and quilting for annual bazaar in November, to raise money for missions.
Paint-A-Thon Team - Scrape and paint home of elderly or disabled person in August. Coordinated by Board of Christian Outreach as part of Lincoln Paint-A-Thon.
Outreach Service - Reading with elementary school children, Christmas gifts for needy, food drives, Habitat for Humanity work crews. Coordinated by Board of Christian Outreach. Volunteer for project you are interested in. Contact Barb Smisek.
T.V. Volunteers - Sunday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Training available. Contact Tammy Alvis.
Men's Bible Study - 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month, 7-8 a.m., Pilgrim Hall. Bible study, prayer and support led by the Rev. Jim Keck, Senior Minister.
Early Birds - Thursday, 7:00-8:00 a.m., Courtyard Lounge. Stimulating discussion and a light breakfast.
Men’s Noon Discussion – 1st & 3rd Fridays of the month, Noon-1 PM, Pilgrim Hall. Led by Rev. Jim Keck.
Please see the Women's Ministry page for a complete list of groups and activities
See Christian Education for a complete listing of Youth Programs.
Boy Scout Troop #27 - Cornhusker Council's 2nd oldest troop.
Cub Pack #27 - For elementary school boys.
Rebuilding After Divorce workshop
Wednesdays September 3 — October 22, 2008, 6:00 - 7:30 PM,
First-Plymouth Church
The Rebuilding After Divorce workshop is an 8-wk program designed to help people adjust to the ending of a love relationship. During this difficult transition you may be experiencing feelings of anger, insecurity & loneliness that may be slowing you down. We can help!
We don’t fix broken hearts. We DO provide an opportunity for reflection and growth in accordance to the participant’s willingness and capabilities for change within the construct of community (active group participation).
Join other participants who are going through the same experience, and learn how to effectively deal with your emotions. Learn how to better cope with your ex-partner. Establish new, healthier relationships with your family, friends, ex in-laws and God. Regain your self-esteem and learn to trust yourself again so you can prepare for a brighter future!
The class meets for an hour and a half, one night a week for 8 weeks. The material for this seminar is based the best-selling book Rebuilding: When Your Relationship Ends. Each class participant will be provided with the Rebuilding book, which is included in the price of the seminar. Workshop facilitators are Kathy Foster, LMHP and Gary Summers, Facilitator. Cost: $25 (includes $13 book) Click here for a registration form
Grief Recovery Workshop
The First-Plymouth Congregation Church is offering a Grief Recovery
Workshop this Fall. This workshop is designed to explore the dynamics of
grief and recovery from loss. If you have experienced a loss of any kind
consider joining us on Tuesday evenings from 7:00-8:30 PM starting
September 9 — October 28, at First-Plymouth Church.
Course topics include: Staying Open to Grief, Grief Recovery: How Does it Work? Confusion About Stages, When Is It Time to Begin to Recover? Myths About Dealing With Grief, Not Knowing What to Say, and Participating in Your Own Grief Recovery. The cost is $50.00 and includes a workbook. Scholarships are available upon request. The course is led by Becky Walkowiak, RN, LMHP and Laurie Reinsch, LMHP. Learn how to successfully deal with loss, so the sun will once again shine! This class has limited enrollment, so register today! Click here for a registration form
*If you know of anyone who would benefit from taking this workshop, please provide them with this information.
Class Schedule - Tuesday evenings, 7-8:30 PM September 9 — October 28, 2008
Pilates Sessions
Mondays, 5:30-6:15 PM and/or Thursdays, 9-9:45 AM, Youth Room
Led by Deborah McCauley, Certified Pilates Instructor
Pilates is a balanced blend of strength and flexibility training through a series of exercises and breathing techniques. Class offered year round in 6 week sessions on Mondays 5:30-6:15 PM and a 2nd class offered on Thursdays, 9:00-9:45 AM. Cost: $30 for either Monday or Thursday session ($60 for both). Pre-registration required, send payment to register. Additional classes throughout year, call 476-7550 for details.
See the Music Ministry page for a complete listing of activities and groups.
SINGLES
Single Adults 35—60 yrs.
For a listing of Singles Activities, Click here.
SINGLES PLUS+
Single Adults 60 yrs. and over
For a listing of Singles Activities, Click here.
IYA
For younger singles in their 20’s & 30’s
For listings of Inspired Young Adults events, click here.
TOWER CLUB 2
For young couples with or without young children
For listings of TC2 events, click here
OUTREACH PROGRAMS SPONSORED BY THE CHURCH
First-Plymouth Early Education & Discovery Days - For preschool and kindergarten age children. Diverse student body. Based on High Scope philosophy of early childhood education. Registration in March. Contact Nancy Rosenow, Director at 476-8304 for additional information.
Summer Discovery Days - Summer enrichment program for children from preschool age through 6th grade. Call 476-8304 for more information.
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS HELD AT FIRST-PLYMOUTH CHURCH
Alcoholics Anonymous - Three different AA groups meet on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday in the Tower Room. Each group is led by trained AA facilitators. Contact AA for more information and meeting times.
Al-Anon - Tuesday, 12 noon, Courtyard Lounge. Provides support for the family and friends of alcoholics. Contact Al-Anon for more information.
Alliance for the Mentally Ill - 1st Friday of the month, 6:30 p.m., Pilgrim Hall. Call Cynthia Pemberton at 489-3728 for more information.
GED - For information contact Southeast Community College.
First-Plymouth is pleased to host these groups. Please remember these groups are for support and do not present themselves as group therapy sessions. For information on therapy groups or counseling, please contact one of the ministers of the church.
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