Education

When registering, be sure to note the church’s contribution (50%) toward the cost. Camperships from the Conference are also available (use the same same button above, then click the link below the picture of the canoe). Contact Johnathan or the church office if you have questions or any trouble registering.

Sunday School
for Children and Youth

Beginning Sept. 12

10:15 a.m.

FUMC Kids (Upper Level—Room 15)

Kasey Petersen and another adult

Preschool-K (Lower Level—Room 5)

Rachael Sloan, John Will

1-2 Grades (Lower Level—Room 3)

Doxie Weber, Brett Harrison

3-4 Grades (Lower Level—Room 4)

Jeni Sloan, Shaya Sorenson

5-8 Grades (Lower Level—Room 2)

Brian Hornbuckle, Erin Faas

9-12 Grades (Youth Room)

Dan Sloan, Johnathan Stone

Sunday School Superintendent

Meesha Lenning

Room locations are also available on the kiosk right inside the front door.

Confirmation

Confirmation is a program for youth to learn more about the Bible, Christianity, the United Methodist Church and how we are to live as believers in Jesus Christ.

Interested in confirmation? Contact Johnathan Stone or 382-6536.

Nevada First UMC Scholarships

Two scholarships from our own church are also available. One scholarship is given to a graduating high school senior who is a member of our church. Another scholarship is available to a student of any age who is a member of our church and currently enrolled in an accredited college or technical school.

The application forms for both scholarships are available at the church office or on the church website (www.fumcnevada.org under the Growing tab and then Education).

Completed forms must be returned to the church office by May 1, 2022.

Graduating High School Senior Form

Attending Undergraduate Form

Adult Classes

The Friends in Faith class will start meeting on Sunday, September 12 at 10:15 a.m. outside in nice weather and on Zoom in bad weather. Eventually they will meet in Room 11 in the upper level of the Education Wing. This group uses book studies or Bible Studies as their focus for adult education and shares leadership. Contact Steve Williams.

The Challengers class meets at 10:15 a.m. in Room 10 in the upper level of the Education Wing. This group concentrates on short-term Bible based studies as their focus for adult education. Contact Jim Shelledy.

Pastor's Livestream Sunday School Class is an online Sunday School class starting on Sunday, September 12 at about 10:30 a.m. The first study will be "The Walk—Five Essential Practices of the Christian Life." The group is open to 7th graders to adults. Contact Pastor Mike.

ARC (Adult Retreat Center)

The ARC is located on the west end of the lower level of the education wing. This is for adults who prefer time for quiet reading, Bible study or visiting with other parents during the Sunday School hour. There are books available for use on Sunday mornings, or to borrow for longer periods of time. There are also books available to take home permanently, if you find one you really want to keep.

Bible Studies

Women's Bible Study

An on-going Bible study is available on Tuesday mornings at 6:30 a.m. in the meeting room at The Regency. Women of all ages are welcome. Contact: Marilyn Hunter.

Men's Bible Study

An on-going Bible study is available on Wednesday mornings at 6:15 a.m. Men of all ages are welcome. Contact: Jim Shelledy

Short-term Studies

Short-term studies are offered periodically throughout the year. Contact: Pastor Mike

Long-term Studies

No long-term studies are offered currently. If you have interest in a long-term study, such as Disciple Bible Study, contact Jim Shelledy.

Pastor Mike's live stream Bible study

For more information about our Education opportunities, contact Jeni Sloan or Johnathan Stone or call the office at (515) 382-6536.