WORSHIP SERVICE

Fremont offers two opportunities for worship on Sunday mornings, an informal communion service beginning at 8:30 a.m. on the 2^nd and 4^th Sundays of each month, and a worship service beginning­ at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday.

SUNDAY SCHOOL

Sunday School for all ages is from 9:15-10:15 a.m. from September through May. Children and youth are grouped by age. Adult classes cover a variety­ of subjects and interests.

Nursery for ages 0 - 4

Fremont provides nursery care for children­ ages 0 to 4 during worship services­, and during Sunday School so their parents may help teach or participate in a class.

Children ages 3 – fifth grade

Because children learn in different ways, we have converted our traditional­ classrooms­ into exciting workshops. D.O.C.K. (Disciples of Christ’s Kingdom) provides opportunities­ for our children to experience­ the feeling and meaning of God’s word through active participation­ in Drama, Art, Music, Science­, Games, and Cooking workshops­.

Each 5-week unit focuses on one Bible Story. Over the course of the unit, the classes­ are guided by a Shepherd who travels with the children­ each week to experience a different workshop­. All children gather together in room 5 at the end of their classes for a time of singing and sharing.

Check the bulletin board in the narthex or the bulletin board by the office to locate the age-appropriate classroom for your child.

Middle School and High School Youth

Middle school and high school youth meet for Sunday school in the youth lounge on the lower level.

 

Middle school and high school youth also meet for fun and fellowship on Sunday evenings. Middle school meets from 5-6:30 pm, and high school meets from 5:30-8 pm. They share a light supper from 6 to 6:30 pm. Check the youth calendar for specific times on specific dates.

Sunday mornings for adults

Adult classes meet on Sunday morning, too! Our winter class beginning January 13 features Christianity for the Rest of us: How the Neighborhood Church is Transforming the Faith by Diana Butler Bass. This book looks at churches that are flourishing, and offers a how-to approach for Protestants eager to remain faithful to their tradition while becoming a vital spiritual community. As Butler Bass delved into the rich spiritual life of various Episcopal, United Methodist, Disciples of Christ, Presbyterian, United Church of Christ, and Lutheran churches, certain consistent practices—such as hospitality, contemplation, diversity, justice, discernment, and worship—emerged as core expressions of congregations seeking to rediscover authentic Christian faith and witness today. Pastor Wendy is leading this class.

WEEKDAY OFFERINGS

Tuesday Morning Bible Study

On Tuesday mornings from 9:30 – 11 a.m., a Bible study based on the Lectionary­ scriptures for the next Sunday meets in the narthex. This class is led by the Revs. Wendy Woodworth, Lois Wagner, Patricia Kessel.

Tuesday Evenings

Our fall evening class beginning January 15 a new short-term Disciple Bible study, "Invitation to John." In the very first chapter of John’s Gospel, Jesus issues two invitations: “Come and see,” and “Follow me.” They echo the invitations of this study: to come and see this Jesus—to hear him speak, to see his signs—and to consider anew what it means to be his followers. Pastor Wendy is leading this study.

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES

Camping Program

Fremont participates in the very fine camping programs of the Oregon-Idaho­ Conference. The Education Commission, in support of our congregation­, offers partial­ scholarships­ with the goal that all who wish may attend. For more information on camping, visit www.gocamping.org

Boy Scouts

Fremont UMC sponsors Cub Scout Pack 100, Boy Scout Troop 100, and Venturing Crew 100. The Troop and Crew meet together at 7 p.m. on Tuesday­ nights in the fellowship hall. For more information, contact Scoutmaster Darren Henrich at Troop100@comcast.net or visit on the web: http://cpctroop100.mytroop.us

Vacation Bible School

Fremont offers Vacation Bible School for children ages 4 through entering fifth grade. This program runs from 9 to noon for one week during the summer. This program­ is also based on the workshop rotation model.