Adult Ministry

A Place of Belonging for All

Community may not always be easy, but we need it. Our relationships can be messy, difficult, and even discouraging at times. Still, the bottom line is that we are made to be together. In community, we share our sorrow and our joy, we give and receive encouragement, and we find support and direction. At AHUMC, we are drawn together in our common purpose to welcome all people, build community, share God's love, and serve the world. Whether through weekly worship, community meals and gatherings, courses and study groups, or serving together, we recognize that we are connected and we need one another. We come from relationship and, as followers of the Christ, we are called to relationships of ever-increasing acceptance, grace, and love.

Discipleship and Education

AHUMC is committed to offering a wide array of opportunities for the education, encouragement, and equipping of disciples. The number of studies and groups that are available to our community can even be a little overwhelming—so please let us help! Take a look at the opportunities available on these pages. If you would like information about existing studies, meetings, or Sunday School classes—or for help gathering resources for a study or meeting you host, please contact Pastor Darrell Smith.

Joining the Church

We offer an opportunity to join our community at every worship service. During the closing hymn, you are invited to come forward to become a member. Please fill out the "JOIN" card located in the attendance pad and bring with you when you come forward. If you are looking for more information about the church, we offer a new member class twice each year. STARS: An Introduction to AHUMC, offers information about our mission and core values from our pastoral staff. You may also join the church following the completion of the STARS course. For more information about this course or joining, please contact us!

MOPS/MOMSnext

Leader: Vanessa Konkol | 2nd Wednesdays, 5:45-8:30 p.m. | Room W100/101

MOPS is an international support network of Christian women who share the common bond of raising children to know Jesus. MOPS provides fellowship, offers tips and discussion about parenting, marriage, health and money. During our time together, we eat dinner, have a speaker or activity, and then break up into smaller discussion groups. Outside of meetings, there are social activities for moms, parents, and families. We have two chapters: MOPS (Moms pregnant or who have children up to kindergarten age) and MOMSnext (Moms with children 1st-12th grade). We also have Mentor Moms (who have grown children out of the house). 2nd Wednesday of each month during the school year 5:45-8:30 p.m. (free childcare with reservation). For more information visit ahumc-mops.org.

National Alliance for Mental Illness

Leader: Jackie Dickey | 3rd Thursdays, 2-4 p.m. | Via ZOOM

This group is for those who are dealing with loved ones with mental illness. Members learn how to advocate for those with mental illness as well as to care for themselves. No cost. For ZOOM information and questions, call 210-410-7312.

Forever Loved

Leader: Celeste Miller | Tuesdays, 7-8:30 p.m. | Room S107

This is a support group for parents who have lost a child. For more information, call 210-227-8221.

YOPD Support Group

Leader: Diane Renz | 3rd Saturdays, 10 a.m. | Room W103

Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease occurs in people age 50 or younger and affects less than ten percent of the one million people with Parkinson’s in the U.S. Our group meets the third Saturday of each month in room W103. Guest speakers are invited to share information about how to live healthier and more active lives on our journey with Parkinson’s. If you are interested in learning more, please join us.

Men’s Grief Group

Leader: Celeste Miller | Thursdays, noon-1:30 p.m. | Room S107

Facilitated by Celeste Miller, Bereavement Coordinator at Porter Loring Mortuary. This group of men 65 and older, invite you to join them for lunch and fellowship as you grieve the loss of your wife. This ongoing group will focus on the different characteristics grieving men share, including, coping with loneliness. It is a place to honor your wife while moving towards a renewed and meaningful life. For more information, call 210-227-8221.

Women’s Grief Group

Leader: Celeste Miller | Mondays, 10-11:30 a.m. | Room W100/101

Facilitated by Celeste Miller MA, Bereavement Coordinator at Porter Loring Mortuary. This group is open to women 60 and older who have lost a husband and would like to join with other women in a journey of sharing, comfort and healing. “Women in Grief” will provide you a safe place to explore the roots of your grief, learn ways to express and cope with it, and move on to a more refreshed and renewed life when you are ready. For more information, call 210-227-8221.

The Worth of Every Woman Divorce Care Group

Leader: Jeanne Sellers | Wednesdays, 6 p.m. | Room E126

Facilitated by Jeanne Sellers, this group is open to women who are facing or have faced divorce. During our six weeks together, we will work toward strengthening our relationship with God, creating new joyful paths, and designing a 3-year plan of purpose. Above all else, this is a gathering of support and encouragement.

Week 1: Creating Habits of Happiness

Week 2: The Waiting Room

Week 3: Standing Strong in God’s Goodness

Week 4: Boundaries build your Soul

Week 5: Doors to Destiny

Week 6: The Tools that Rule

The Pioneer Group

Fridays, 7:15 p.m. | Room W100/101

The Pioneer Group a fellowship of men and women in or interested in 12-Step Recovery. The format is an open discussion and study of the Bible and Recovery literature. The group also meets Tuesday nights at 7:15 p.m. at Haven for Hope. Both meetings are open to all.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)

AA 12-Step Study | Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. | Room W100/101

AA Women's Big Book Group | Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. | Room S107

AA The Quarry | Sundays, 6:30 p.m. | Room W104

Various groups meet at our church to help those seeking sobriety and recovery from alcohol addiction.

Food Addicts Anonymous

Saturdays, 9-10:30 a.m. | Room W102

Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Are you underweight? Overweight? Obsessed with food, weight, or dieting? We follow the 12-Steps Recovery of AA.

Adult Men of Alcoholics

Wednesdays, 7 p.m. | Room W104

This weekly meeting is for the adult sons of alcoholic fathers.

Sexaholics Anonymous (SA)

SA Group 1 | Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, 6 a.m. | Prayer Chapel

SA Group 2 | Mondays, Thursdays, noon | Room W105

SA Group 3 (men) | Wednesday, 6:30pm | Room W105

SA Group 4 | Friday, 12:30 p.m. | Room W105

Various groups meet at our church to help those seeking recovery from sexual addiction.

Hearing God

Leader: Randy Boggs | 11 a.m. | Room S107

This new Sunday morning gathering is more than just a Sunday school class. While this group is certainly for those interested in exploring Dallas Willard’s book Hearing God, it is also for those interested in diving deeper into an apprenticeship with Jesus. We share our stories. We examine and dialogue about what God may be saying to us. We practice spiritual disciplines together. There are assigned readings and opportunities for growth in better listening to God through practice each week.

Adult Seminar

Leader: Darryl Richards | 9:30 a.m. | Room E224

Looking for something different? This small group of mainly senior adults enjoys free discussion on subjects of a contemporary nature with the purpose of facilitating their Christian faith and its daily expression.

Believers

Leader: Hugh Boyd | 9:30 a.m. | Room W104

Comprised of married and single adults, the class focuses on selected books of the Bible and related issues. Subjects are facilitated by a leader and actively discussed by members. The sharing of related personal experiences is encouraged. Classes also include socializing, prayer, sharing of joys and concerns and occasional gatherings for fellowship.

Koinonia

Leader: Valerie Slade | 9:30 a.m. | Room W102

We generally study the scriptures and inspirational books centered around biblical principles. We support each other through life issues such as dealing with young adult children and aging parents. Our class engages in group discussions and no preparation is needed prior to coming to class. Just be who you are!

Kum-Doublers

Leader: Rosa Lee Clary | 9:30 a.m. | Room W105

A class of senior adults featuring fellowship and Bible study. Lecture format. This class uses the UMC adult curriculum.

The Journey

Leaders: Amy Soupiset, Woody White, Kitty Meyers | 9:30 a.m. | Room S107

The Journey class is for households of all shapes and sizes. We committed to creating a weekly gathering that requires no mid-week homework and allows peoples to come in and out as their schedules allows. If you are looking for a Sunday school class—or just a group of people with whom you could build connection and community, join us on the journey!

New Covenant

Leader: Kresta Wright | 9:30 a.m. | Room E126

Couples with school-age children. Short term studies center around the Bible as it relates to contemporary issues, developing relationships, and developing families.

Seekers

Leader: Carolyn Lay | 9:30 a.m. | Room W100/101

This Class seeks spiritual truth and life-application biblical wisdom utilizing Bible Study material for both the Old and New Testaments as well as Studies written by various contemporary Christian authors. We also emphasize Christian Fellowship as well as Service Projects and Outreach. Participant age range is typically 50+.

Upper Room

Leaders: Cynthia Matjasko, Sam Bright | 9:30 a.m. | Room W103

This class offers Bible teaching on a variety of topics relating to daily life of adults 40 years and older. This fall, we are beginning a Ray Vander Laan Bible study series entitled, "That the World May Know." We are meeting via ZOOM at 9:30am on Sundays for the time being.