Connect with God
We are called to connect with God through our prayers and our service. At First United Methodist Church on Common Ground we believe that one can connect with God through personal spiritual practices such as prayer, Bible Study, worship, and fellowship. We also believe that one is to act out their faith through service. We serve our community through feeding school children, hosting a food pantry, giving out free medication, hosting senior groups, serving those affected by natural disasters, and many more.
We invite you to learn more about how you can connect with God.
Food Pantry and Help Fund
Our Food Pantry has been serving our community for over twenty years. If you live within five miles of the church then you can access the food pantry every Tuesday at 10 am-12 noon.
Our Help Fund is for folks who need assistance covering their bills. To access the help fund and learn about the rules please call the church phone number at (704)263-2691.
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Senior Ministries
We have multiple senior ministries. One can connect through the Young At Hearts, our classes hosted by the County Extension, Stretch and More, and even line dancing.
Bible Study
We have two Bible Study groups that meet every week. The first is led by Pastor Brian on Wednesday night at 7 pm. This year they are exploring the book of Luke and Acts.
Our second study meets on Thursday at 11 am and is hosted by pastor Johnny Norton. They are focussing on the 12 minor prophets.
Youth and Children
Our Youth and Children's program meet on Sunday afternoons at 4:00-5:30. These two programs are fun and engaging for kids of all ages and abilities.
All are invited to fun and a good time. To learn more please press the link below.
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Sunday School
We have Sunday School for all ages. At Sunday School you will deepen your love of God through fellowship and learning.
Time: 9:00 AM
Classes:
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Kids: Ages 3-10 meets in the nursery. In this class your children will experience fun, games, and crafts.
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Youth: Ages 11-18. This class meets in the pastor's office. Here teens are guided to wrestle with hard questions and deepen their faith.
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Wesley Class: This is an adult class is lead by Pastor Johnny and meets in Room 4/5.
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Class with Pastor Brian. This is another adult class and meets in the food pantry.
Scouts and Girl Scouts
We have two wonderful scouting programs:
Troop and Pack 49
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Troop and Pack 49 have met at our church for over 50 years. Here boys and girls can participate in Scouting. Ages range from 5 years old to 18 years old.
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Meet every Tuesday at 6:00 pm
Girl Scout Troop 10263
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Our Girl Scout program is new this year.
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They meet every first and third Monday of the month at 6:30 pm.
The Trails
On our 94 acres of land we have miles of walking trails. You can meet God on our meditation trail. You can also connect with nature through our meadow trail and Deep gulch trail. You can explore the wonder of nature on the historic Dunsomore trail.
Come and connect with God through the beauty of nature. The trails are open at all times.
Exercise
Stretch and More:
Meets every Monday and Thursday at 10 am.
The Track:
Our track is open 24 hours. It is lit up by solar power lights. It is 1/8th mile track where you can walk or jog. Throughout the track there are places to rest or connect with God in our prayer chapel.
Basketball Ministry:
Our Basketball ministry has been operating for several years now. It is open to people of all ages. On Sunday at 3 we have pick-up games of basketball. Come and shoot some hoops.
Coming Soon Pickle Ball
Pickle ball is the fastest growing game in the US. come and enjoy some time of fellowship and fun. This ministry will begin in the October of 2025. It will be hosted on Thursdays.