Ministries for Adults

Everyone Welcome

We have many options for adults to nurture their faith and fellowship with peers.

Ministries for Adults

Our  Adult groups are intended for anyone out of high school. For more information, please contact Pastor Heecheon at hjeon@icfirstchurch.org

Adult Sunday School

Christianity in Time and Space – This Adult Sunday School group meets on Sunday mornings at 9:15 AM in the back of Fellowship Hall and primarily follows the Revised Common Lectionary texts for each week. We rotate leading the discussion each week so each person has the opportunity to lead if they wish.

Legends History Class: This Adult Sunday School group meets on Sunday Mornings at 9:15 AM in room 9 and Tuesdays at 3:00 PM over Zoom. We focus primarily on Christian history and connecting what we discuss to our lives in the present.

Adult Discussion Groups

Exploring Theology- This group engages in in-depth theological discussions based on a book or video series related to the Bible and contemporary social issues. We meet virtually on Zoom so that people can participate regardless of their geographical location.

When: Tuesdays, 6:30 PM 

Films for Faith and Fellowship- The Films for Faith and Fellowship is for those who enjoy watching movies and sharing their insights with others. Members of the group rotate each month to host. The host(s) chooses the film, provides treats, and beverages.

When: 2nd Sunday of the month from 7 PM to 9 PM

College-aged Bible Study- We meet to discuss the scripture for each week, support one another, grow in our faith, and make sense of the world together in Christian community. We meet at 120 N Dubuque in Iowa City.

When: Wednesday nights at 6:30 PM

Adult Small Group Ministries

Movie Group: We meet monthly to discuss a movie that the group selected before through Zoom. It is a great fellowship with thought-provoking discussions.

Knitting & Crocheting Group: You are invited to knit together prayer shawls or individual projects. We also share fellowship and care for one another.

Crafting Crowd: Those who are creative will be invited to work on projects with crafts.

GriefShare: This is a wonderful support group for those who lost their beloved ones and for those who are grieving for various reasons.

Walking Group: Walking is a spiritual practice as well as a physic exercise. The group will come to walk on Saturday mornings.

Woodworking Guild: Once a month those who love woodworking come together to share their own projects and learn from one another on skills.

Ping pong: We have two ping pong groups: Wednesdays 4:00pm-6:00pm for all levels and Saturdays at 9:00am for those who are competitive.

Uke Band: Ukelele lovers gather on Thursdays from 4:30pm to 5:30pm to enjoy varieties of music together.

New Member Class

Our New Member class is open to anyone interested in becoming a member of FUMC. It is designed to assist folks with a deeper understanding about the United Methodist Church, our membership vows, and ways to become more engaged in the ministries of our congregation.

The New Member Class is offered quarterly through the year. For more information, contact Claire Bartleson at (319) 337-2857 or at cbartleson@icfirstchurch.org .