Explore new (or new to you) ministries and programs at the start of this new school and church year
Celebrate the start of a new year and spring into your discipleship journey with St. Stephen. Explore this page for all the ways for you to get involved in new (or new to you) ministries and programs for adults, children, youth, missions, and more.
Welcome! Explore details about some of our upcoming fall programs below or learn more what makes St. Stephen a special place for your faith journey.
January 21-March 25: Churchwide meal every Wednesday, plus children’s and youth music groups and studies/small groups for adults. Season passes are available to pay for all meals in advance. Explore Wednesday small groups and studies below.
New, returning, or refreshed small groups and studies for adults. Take the first or next step in your discipleship journey.
Starting Jan. 14: In the midst of a larger ecological crisis, we can follow Jesus to create sustainable change that protects life for us and our children. This 6-week study meets Wednesdays Jan. 14-Feb. 25 (skipping Jan. 21 and Feb. 11), 6:15-7:15pm, in Room 29.
Starting Jan. 21: This 4-week study leads us through the Hebrew scripture with fresh eyes, using a cross-cultural lens to examine what it means to live and lead faithfully in a world that often divides us by race, culture, and background. Meets Wednesdays, Jan. 21-Feb. 11, 6:15-7:15pm, in Room 30.
Starting Feb. 25: A 6-week study of key concepts in Methodism and Wesleyan roots. 6 different topics. 6 different teachers! This lively study will put a spring in your step and help you understand Methodist roots, traditions, and values. Also open to youth ages 13+. Meets Wednesdays Feb. 25-April 1, 6:15pm in Room 30.
Upcoming for Lent: A 6-week Lenten study of Jesus's final days as told by the Gospel accounts, using The Final Days: A Lenten Journey Through the Gospels by Matt Rawle. Meeting day, time, and location to be announced.
Coming in January: New guests and regular attenders are invited to this special opportunity to meet with our pastors and ministers. Learn more about St. Stephen and how you can take the first or next step in your faith journey. More details to be announced soon.
Every Sunday: Exploring our faith and putting into practice our new learnings. Adult formation for new guests and members. Meets every Sunday, 10am, Room 32.
Every Sunday: For young adults and parents looking to form community and connection. Exploring the foundations of an active faith. Perfect for newcomers, guests, and young adults, singles, and parents who haven’t yet found their own small group.
Second Wednesday Monthly: A group for all of us — survivors, patients, family, and friends. A place to care for each other, pray for each other, chat, and ask questions. Meets on the second Wednesday of each month, 6:30-7:30pm in Room 29.
Weekly Every Monday: Gather with other painters ranging from newbies to masters for both art and fellowship in Shelby's Watercolor Class, named after longtime teacher, the late Shelby Hill. Meets every Monday, 1-3pm, in Room 8.5.
At St. Stephen, there is a place for faith exploration and discipleship for all ages.
Children's Ministries
Children's ministries include regular Sunday School for ages 3 through 5th grade, as well as special programs like Club45 for 4th and 5th graders. Families attending ENCOUNTER, our modern worship service, can take advantage of ENCOUNTERkids, a children's worship hour with age-appropriate worship lessons, crafts, and games. Join us any Sunday to learn more or contact Children's Director Christina Nobili at children@ststephenumc.net.
Youth
Youth in middle and high school have special opportunities to grow and mature in their faith through weekly youth groups on Sunday evenings, mission activities, and more. All students will have the opportunity to participate in meaningful ways during Lent and at the end of the school year. Contact Youth Director Shelby Wilkins at swiklins@ststephenumc.net.
Spring Music Programs
Children ages three through 12th grade can enroll in fall music groups, including chimes and choir. Spring programs begin Wednesday, Jan. 21.
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