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Wednesday Mornings

  • Beth Moore Bible Study: Jesus, the One and Only

    A close-up and intimate portrait of the Perfect Lamb of God: Jesus, the One and Only is perhaps Beth Moore's most enduring, beloved study. After all, her devotion to Christ and His Word is indisputable.

    Begin this 12-week study in January and conclude right before Easter, and you will experience on of the most meaningful Easter seasons yet. Participants will discover life-transforming Bible truths through Beth's captivating messages.

    You'll be transported to the shores of the Sea of Galilee, find yourself in the Garden of Gethsemane, journey along the cobbled streets to Calvary, and kneel at the entrance of the tomb of Jesus.

    • Begins Wednesday, January 10 (and continues for 12 weeks, ending March 28)
    • 9:30 a.m.
    • Meets in Room 510
    • Led by Fran Phillips
    • Cost: $15.00 (Workbook available at the first class meeting)

Wednesday Evenings

6:15 - 7:15p.m.

  • Children - We meet in Room 620 (upstairs) for fun, learning, and fellowship.
  • TeamKID K5-Grade 5 - TeamKID is a fun, recreation-based discipleship club for kids in K5-Grade 5, but what makes it unique is the way that it balances high-energy activities and games with high-impact biblical lessons. From the first minute of warm-up to the closing seconds of cool-down, every TeamKID meeting is packed with non-stop excitement.
  • Preteens - A new ministry for Grades 5 and 6, we meet in Room 628.
  • Students - Grades 7-12 meet in the Chapel for fun and intense praise and worship followed by biblical teachings from David Nalls.

  • Adults

    The following courses are available for adults:

  • First Place

    First Place is used by over half a million people worldwide. It is here at McElwain. What do you have to lose...except those unwanted pounds? New Group Starting! No obligation: Orientation class will meet on Wednesday, January 3.

    Cost for the entire 13 week program: $80 for the program - plus $20 for the Bible Study. in return you will get a new, healthier way of living; and a group where you will find love, care, and support. Family members may share materials. For info, call Dan Bayse at 661-0104.

    Informational Brochures are available at the Welcome Centers, Recreation Center, Church Office or at www.firstplace.org

    • Begins Wednesday, January 3 (and continues for 13 weeks, ending April 4)
    • 6:15 p.m.
    • Meets in room 511
    • Led by Dan Bayse
    • Cost: $80.00 Program, plus $20.00 Bible Study

  • The Way of the Worshiper

    This small group study is not about music. It's not even about going to church. It's about living your life as an offering of worship to God. It's about tapping into the source of power to live the Christian life. And it's about discovering the secret to friendship with God.

    In these four video sessions, Buddy Owens helps you unpack the meaning of worship. Through his very practical, engaging, and at times surprising insights, Buddy shares truths from Scripture and from life that will help you understand in a new and deeper way just what it means to be a worshiper.

    God is looking for worshipers. His invitation to friendship is open and genuine. Will you take Him up on His offer? Will you give yourself to Him in worship? Then come walk the Way of a Worshiper and discover the secret to friendship with God.

    • Begins Wednesday, January 10 (and continues for four weeks, ending January 31)
    • 6:15 p.m.
    • Meets in Room 510
    • Facilitated by Sarah Williams
    • Cost: $7.00 (for workbook)

  • I Promise

    Based on 5 years of research by Drs. Gary and Greg Smalley, this small group study will help you to develop a marriage where you both have the freedom to be open and secure without fear of being criticized, blamed or judged by each other. Learn how to make your marriage a safe place where your relationship grows deeper naturally.

    During this six-week small group study, you and your spouse will:

    • Discover five core promises that will double your security and marriage satisfaction in one week!
    • Learn three powerful ways to improve your relationship with God.
    • Learn the biggest marriage mistake that most couples make.
    • Find out why marital trials and irritations are the secret to intimacy.
    • Develop six levels of communication (most couples only get to the second & third level).
    • Find three ways to help your spouse win every argument...while you win.
    • Discover a new way to serve your spouse by identifying his/her key needs.

    • Begins Wednesday, February 7 (and continues for six weeks, ending March 7)
    • 6:15 p.m.
    • Meets in Room 510
    • Facilitated by Marc Newell
    • Cost: $10.00 per couple (for workbook)

  • FAITH Remix

    McElwain has seen many members trained to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ. How many of us are doing that on a regular basis? The purpose of this course is to re-tool and move forward to reach our world for Christ. The meeting times will consist of training, prayer, and weekly assignments for building relationships/sharing the Gospel.

    Whether or not you have been trained in FAITH or any other evangelism strategy, join us for an exciting opportunity to see God work.

    • Begins Wednesday, February 7 (and continues for six weeks, ending March 14)
    • 6:15
    • Meets in Room 521
    • Led by Jody Baker and others.
    • Cost: none

  • S.H.A.P.E.

    This small group study is designed specifically to take you to that next level of purpose - to reveal how God has designed you, and help you to see how that design fits the intention for which you were created.

    In these six lessons, Erik Rees unpacks for you the five elements of God's blueprint for creating you. Each session includes tools that help bring crystal clarity to your future goals and show you how to have the most fulfilling life possible - a life lived for God's purposes, by God's design.

    • Begins Wednesday, March 21 (and continues for six weeks, ending April 25)
    • 6:15 p.m.
    • Meets in Room 510
    • Facilitated by Fran Phillips
    • Cost: $9.00