Connect, Learn, and Grow with Adult Ministries at FUMCSD

We believe the life of faith is richer when it’s shared with friends! That’s why we offer a variety of classes and small groups that promote spiritual growth and community building.

"For where two or three are gathered together in my name, I am there in the midst of them.” (Matthew 18:19–20, NKJV). 

Connect: Adult Fellowship Groups

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Neighborhood Groups

Days, times, and locations vary

With attendees throughout San Diego County, we gather in small groups to get to know our neighbors. Let us know if you’d like to get connected with a group that’s close to home!

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Parent's Forum Group

2nd Sunday | 10:10-10:30 AM | The Cove

Connect with other parents to grow deeper in your faith journey together. Learn how to navigate your kids’ faith questions and get to know other parents.

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Younger Adult Brunch

4th Sunday | 12-1:30 PM | Location Varies

Get to know the other 20 – 40 somethings of First Church! We gather after worship at a local eatery. Sign up to get updates and find out where we’ll be this month.

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UNITED WOMEN IN FAITH (UWF)

Days, times, and locations vary

Join the First Church chapter of UWF (formerly United Methodist Women). We have three Circles that meet.

Learn: Adult Classes

Convergence Discussion Groups

Weekly, September – May
In-Person Convergence Online Convergence

Our version of a Pastor’s Bible Study! Gather with others to discuss the themes covered through our Tapestry service and Perspectives podcast to help shape the next stages in your spiritual journey.


Hearts of Christianity

Sundays | 11 AM | Online
Join Hearts of Christianity

This group studies different books throughout the year. Members take turns leading the weekly discussion. We study religious history and contemporary issues, as written by biblical scholars and theologians.


Young Adult Book Study

First Tuesday of the Month | 5 PM | Online
Join Book Study

Join us as we explore the progressive book, Adventures in Missing the Point: How the Culture Controlled Church Neutered the Gospel


The River (LGBTQIA Group) Book Study

First Wednesday of the Month | 5:30 PM | Online
Join The River

Join us for a book study and fellowship each month. We select a book to study together. This group is exclusively for our immediate LGBTQIA friends. Allies will have other opportunities to join us for events and book study.


Koinonia

First Friday of the Month | 8 AM | Online
Join Koinonia

Members meet monthly on Zoom to listen to an inspiring message from an invited speaker.

Grow: Spiritual Growth Opportunities

Grow deeper with your faith with these groups and events.

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Prayers of the People Group

Wed | 9:30 - 10:15 AM | Linder 4

Pray for the life of our church and those in our congregation in need of prayer. All are welcome to attend!

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Christian Meditation Group

Mon | 6 PM | Online

Join us weekly! We start by listening to a meditation that is followed by 20 minutes of silence. We continue with a scripture or short poem and close the session with music.

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Prayer Quilt Ministry

1st Sat & 3rd Thurs | 9 AM - 12 PM | Linder 4

Prayers and Squares promotes prayer through the use of quilts. Individuals can sponsor a quilt for someone with a special prayer need.

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Sankofa Pilgrimage

Designed to help us uncover hidden history and unpack our implicit biases in our theology and beliefs. This annual program includes a study and multi-day journey.

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Stephen Ministry

One-to-one lay caring ministry providing high-quality, confidential, Christ-centered care to people who are hurting.

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Prayer Labyrinth

Experience walking prayer and Christian meditation. We have an indoor cloth labyrinth (for special events) and an outside labyrinth (southwest corner of the Music Center building).

Volunteer WIth First Church San Diego

Grow even deeper in your faith by volunteering in the church, your neighborhood, and beyond

Find Volunteer Opportunities

Contact Us

We'd love to hear from you!

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