Adult Ministries

Sunday Studies • Weekly Studies • Young at Heart • Prayer Groups

Cornerstone Class

The Cornerstone Class is an intergenerational Sunday school class of both men and women, with Ephesians 2:19-20 the verse from which the class name comes. Led by Rick Strunk, the class focuses on Bible study, either going through a book of the Bible, a topical study, or using another book (Max Lucado, etc.) as a lens to study Scripture. The class meets in person in the Heritage Hut during the discipleship hour starting at 10 am.

Seekers Class

Each Sunday, the Seekers Sunday School class, led by Pastor Adam, meets and takes the time to go through a book of the Bible. This is a diverse group of people ranging from young parents to grandparents, all coming together to learn together more about God's word. Please come join us. We meet at 10:00am in the Homestead Hut. Contact Pastor Adam for more information.

Parenting Missional Community

Parents! Join us on Sunday mornings at 10am in the choir room as we gather for fellowship and conversation. Childcare is provided during the Sunday school hour.

Email the church office for more information.

Sunday Small Groups

1:00pm Walking with God

This is a new style of small group!  We will meet at the Pumpkin Loop near church and walk the trail.  While walking, Pastor Kori will offer a guided prayer, and we will share reflections as we walk together.

4:30pm Sunday Small Group

Sundays at 4:30 in the Parlor. Childcare is provided. Currently a Lenten Study.

Please email office@oumcmail.com for contact information regarding studies below.

L.I.F.T (Learning In Faith Together)

LIFT (Learning In Faith Together) is a group of women who meet on Tuesday evenings via Zoom to discuss Bible studies and how they apply to our lives. From 7:00-8:30pm, we view a short video, go over the previous week's readings and then, most importantly, share our joys and concerns. Each study typically lasts for six weeks. The readings take about 20 minutes, five times a week, but all are encouraged to join in the discussion even if they haven't done all the reading. In this age of Zoom and pandemic, we will attempt to gather once a month in person to strengthen our bonds of friendship. Doris Click leads the study, and you can contact her at dlclick@nc.rr.com so she will add you to the Zoom meeting list.

Band of Brothers

Band of Brothers is a men’s morning Bible study that has been meeting for about 15 years. Our study continues to meet via Zoom and actually grew substantially despite pandemic restrictions, now including folks from multiple states and locations such as Asheville, Burlington and Cary as well as our immediate area. The Band meets at 7 am on Thursdays. Contact Rick Strunk or the church office for additional information, a syllabus, or Zoom credentials.

Beloved Women

Beloved Women is an intergenerational bible study meant to help connect women with one another through the word, prayer, and community. The study is led by Jean Barr and Linda Carver. The church office can connect you with one of them for more information.

Monday Night Bible Study

The Monday Night Bible Study meets virtually every Monday night at 7:15 pm. We start with hymn singing, then we move to announcements, study, sharing, and prayer. If you are interested, please contact Dave Davis or the church office.

Women’s Book Club

On the last Friday of every month, we gather for Women’s Book Club.

The Young at Heart is a group for folks ages 50 and up, both women and men at Orange UMC. Together we aim to explore, fellowship, learn, and have fun. It is an opportunity to invite your friend or neighbor who is not at OUMC to join us and meet some new friends. Our group is self-sustaining, not requesting funding from the church. Contact Alice Finnell or the church office for more information.

Young at Heart April Outing

Today, the Young at Heart had a special guided tour of the NC State Arboretum which was
founded in 1975 by JC Raulston, a professor of horticulture at NC State University. Our guide,
Betsy, pointed out the different kinds of maples which Mr. Raulston favored in his founding.
We delighted in seeing diverse gardens, as well as roses, red buds, magnolias, conifers, and
gorgeous peonies. After our hour tour, we journeyed to nearby Café Neomonde
Mediterranean for lunch. The restaurant was packed, indoors and outside. But with friendly
conversations, we got tables together for the 8 of us and enjoyed our delicious food!! It was a
delightful day for all and beautiful weather to match!

Alice Finnell, Young at Heart co-ordinator

Recent Young at Heart Outings