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​"Our mission is to make disciples for Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world." ​ Welcome in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ! We're glad to have you come by to check out our website. We are a Bible-believing congregation that loves the Lord and has a heart for missions. We are excited to share with you the love of Christ and power of the Gospel. May the Lord richly bless you. Sunday Morning Worship Live Stream Sunday, April 21, 2024 | 9:00 AM Speaker: Rev. Dr. Christopher Fisher Message will be based on Revelation Online Giving Worship Service Videos Archive Clicking the link above, you will go to the LiveStream page. You will see a block similar to this in the upper left corner of the video window. If you click the down arrow, you will be able to access previous weeks' messages. Dear Friends, I want to invite you to join a new Bible reading plan for 2024. Reading thru the Bible each year is a great spiritual discipline and a great way to learn the word of God and apply it in your life.. This coming year I will be hosting the plan “The Bible with Nicky and Pippa Gumbel, Classic Version, 2024,” through the YouVersion Bible app. You can join the group I am hosting by letting me know so I can send you an invitation, or you can sign up to read on your own by clicking the link below. Those already participating in this (past) year’s plan will receive an invitation directly through the Bible app. I would be glad to have you join my group. There are two other versions available: youth version and express version. Either of those plans might be a good option for those looking for something youth oriented or less intense, and the links are also included below. In Christ, Pastor Chris ​ CLASSIC VERSION https://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans/42197 Join me in reading The Bible with Nicky and Pippa Gumbel, Classic Version, 2024: YOUTH VERSION https://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans/42229 Join me in reading The Bible with Nicky and Pippa Gumbel, Youth Version, 2024: EXPRESS VERSION https://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans/42228 Join me in reading The Bible with Nicky and Pippa Gumbel, Express Version, 2024 Check out our Podcasts!! Our church now has a podcast that will make Pastor Fisher's sermons available. Our podcast is called, "Igniting Your Faith," and can be found on many of your favorite podcast sites such as Spotify, Apple, Anchor, Breaker, Google Podcasts, Pocket, Radio Public, TuneIn, and Pandora. You can listen to Pastor's sermons at any time, and download them for future listening. Go to any of the podcast sites and type "Igniting Your Faith" in the search area and you should find it. There will be a picture of our altar window to help you find it. Or you can click this link and it will take you to our new page "Igniting Your Faith" and find links that you can use as well. Spread the word. Let's grow in God's Word by Igniting our Faith. Are you going through a difficult time? Are you worried, sick, lonely, down-and-out? For over two thousand years, Christians around the world have depended on Jesus to help them get through the tough times. This podcast will explain how to live a victorious life now and throughout eternity by relying on the power of Jesus Christ.

SMALL GROUPS (UPDATED 03/02/2021) FUMC promotes participation in Small Groups as a way to meet other Christians, participate in shared interests, support each other's needs, and build lasting friendships in a one-on-one setting with limited attendance. ​ During the COVID-19 environment, we need the support of others and the ability to communicate with those of common interest. In the current environment, our Groups are in-person, virtual ( highlighted in this listing ), or blended (in-person and virtual ). ​ ​If you have an interest in joining one of the groups below, contact the leader directly or if assistance is needed, contact ereed@havenfirstumc.org . If Group Leaders need to change their meeting information, contact ereed@havenfirstumc.org with updates. Life in Action Groups Our interest is in following Jesus' command to "go and make disciples". We study and practice within our Group and then go out into the community to make disciples. Recommended readings for this group are listed at the bottom of this page.​ ​ Mondays Led by: Ellen Marino Study Book: Healing Where: Church Frequency: Weekly, 10:00 AM (temporarily filled) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Tuesdays ​Led by: Ann Moyer & Nancy Kraft Study Book: Crucial Conversations Where: Church Frequency: Weekly, 3:00 PM ​ Led by: JoAnn Daum Study Book: Crucial Conversations Where: Church Frequency: Weekly, 3:00 PM ​ Led by: Wanda Langley Study Book: Crucial Conversations Where: Church Frequency: Weekly, 6:00 PM ​ Led by: Dave Williams Study Book: Crucial Conversations Where: On-line (Google Meet) Frequency: Weekly, 7:00 PM (NEW ; starting 04/06/21) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thursdays Led by: Eydie Reed Study Book: Crucial Conversations Where: On-line (WebEx) Frequency: Weekly, 10:00 AM ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Fridays Led by: Mary & Moffette Tharpe Studying: Parables Where: Home Frequency: Every other week, 6:30 PM (temporarily filled) Accountability Groups We are smaller groups which meet regularly to support and encourage each other in our walk of faith.​ ​ Wednesdays Led by: Doug O'Connell Where: On-line Men's Class (Zoom) Frequency: Weekly, 6:30 AM ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Saturdays Led by: Wanda Langley ​Where: Varies Frequency: Weekly, 8:00 AM (temporarily filled) Bible Study Groups Our interest is in-depth study of books of the Bible to better understand its teachings.​ ​ Sundays Led by: Tom Reed Studying: Genesis ​ Where: Church Frequency: Weekly, following worship service ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Tuesdays Led by: Shirley and Lenny Yenilaitus Studying: John ​ Where: Home Frequency: Weekly, 6:30 PM (temporarily filled) ​ Led by: Bonnie Hawley Studying: Old Testament ​ Where: Home Frequency: Weekly, 7:00 PM (filled) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Wednesdays Led by: Ellen Marino Studying: Daniel ​ Where: Church Frequency: Weekly, 10:00 AM ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thursdays Led by: Doug O'Connell Studying: Revelation Where: On-line (Zoom); contact D O'Connell for link Frequency: Weekly, 7:00 PM Focused Groups We have a variety of Small Groups with specialized interests.​ ​ ​When: TBD Led by: Karen Shiffert Type: Caregiver Support Group (New ) Where: Church ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Sundays Led by: Type: Alpha Course Class Where: Church Frequency: As needed ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thursdays Led by: Gerri Inama Studying: 12 Extraordinary Women Where: Home Frequency: First three Thursdays of each month, 6:00 PM ​ Led by: Gerri Inama Meal & Chat: Women encouraging women Where: Church Frequency: Last Thursday of each month, 6:00 PM ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Saturdays Led by: Don Bergen Type: Men's Breakfast Video Series on Defending the Faith Where: Church Fellowship Hall & On-line (WebEx) Frequency: Third Saturday of each month, 8:00 AM ​ ​ ​ If you would like to start a new Small Group, please contact the FUMC church office at 570.385.3941 for more information. LIFE IN ACTION GROUPS RECOMMENDED READINGS (UPDATED 03/02/2021) The books listed below have been reviewed by the Discipleship Council and are recommended for the Life in Action Groups to use as a guide in their mission to create disciples in response to Jesus' command in Matthew 28:19a. These books are generally available at www.christianbook.com and through other providers. Discipleship Plan Components Component 1 - Experience God ​"A Firm Foundation" by Wesleyan Covenant Association Hope and Vision for a new Methodist Future "​Alpha Course" by Nicky Gumbel Creating space to explore life, faith, and meaning "Healing" by Francis MacNutt Provides a context within which to understand healing ​Component 2 - Follow the Lord Jesus Daily Devotions Component 3 - Share Life Together "The Class Meeting" by Kevin M. Watson A fresh new guide to the theory and practice of the Wesley class meeting "The Band Meeting" by Kevin M. Watson & Scott T. Kisker Demonstrates that the band meeting is not merely another church program ​Component 4 - Serve the Body of Christ "Healing" by Francis MacNutt Provides a context within which to understand healing ​Component 5 - Invest in Others "The Starfish Movement" by Dan Grider Shows how to fully engage with the original Movement that Jesus launched (suggested reading for leaders of Small Groups) "Crucial Conversations" by Dan Grider Draws our attention to those defining moments that literally shape our lives, our relationships, and our world "God Space" by Doug Pollock Naturally create room - God Space - for spiritual conversations to happen in your everyday life

SUPPORTED MINISTRIES Jewel Women's Center (https://jewelwc.org/ ) Jewel is formerly Real Options / Care Net Pregnancy Center of Schuylkill County ​Jewel is a non-profit organization in Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania. Think you might be pregnant and unsure of your next steps? Jewel Women’s Center is here for you. Our pregnancy confirmation and support services are provided completely confidentially and at no cost to you. ​ ​ Kairos Prison Ministry First United Methodist Church supports Kairos Prison Ministry financially. Additionally, some of our members volunteer in Kairos, including ministering to inmates inside prison. Contact Doug O’Connell if you would like to help those who are incarcerated, or family members impacted by incarceration. Kairos Prison Ministry International (Kairos) is a Christian faith-based ministry which addresses the spiritual needs of incarcerated men, women, youth, and their families. By sharing the love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ, Kairos hopes to change hearts, transform lives and impact the world. Kairos has three ministry programs – Kairos Inside, Kairos Outside, and Kairos Torch. Kairos Inside volunteers go into prisons to pray, share the love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ, share meals and fellowship with the incarcerated on a one-to-one basis. Christian volunteer teams of 20-30 men (for men’s prisons) and women (for women’s prisons) are well trained for the first visit which is a three-day event. On this weekend, the team teaches a short introductory course on Christianity. Subsequent visits are monthly 2-4 hour reunions with the prisoners over a twelve-month period. ​ Kairos Outside provides spiritual healing for female family members of the incarcerated, who often feel that they too are "doing time". Female spouses, parents, and other relatives of prisoners meet with teams of Kairos volunteers to share their faith and gain strength from Christian community. ​ Kairos Torch is focused on juvenile offenders offering unconditional love and acceptance, encouraging young men and women to share their life journey through participation in a long-term mentoring process. The program begins with a weekend retreat inside the prison. Torch team members commit to a weekly mentoring process with the youthful offenders for six months after the weekend. ​ Currently there are nearby Kairos Inside programs for women’s prisons (SCI Muncy), men’s prisons (SCI Chester and FCI Allenwood), and Kairos Outside (Philadelphia area). If you are interested in volunteering or supporting this ministry, please contact Doug O’Connell. Click here for a video on Kairos Changes Lives . Click here for a 3-minute video on Kairos Outside: Revealing the love. Reuniting the family . Click here for Kairos Prison Ministry - About Us . Click here for Kairos Prison Ministry - Frequently Asked Questions . ​ ​ Schuylkill Women in Crisis (https://s-wic.org/ ) Schuylkill Women in Crisis provides services to victims of domestic violence in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. In addition to assisting victims, this agency is working to confront the societal issues that contribute to this problem. While the agency provides services to all individuals regardless of gender, we acknowledge that women and children are most vulnerable to this problem. The mission of SWiC is to provide comprehensive services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence and their families while fostering social and systems change to eliminate personal and institutional violence against women. ​ ​ Local Emergency Services Fire companies Ambulance service ​ ​

The Discipleship Council's 2021 Small Group Plan was developed based on the June 23, 2019 FUMC Discipleship Plan and approved on March 23, 2021. If you have any questions on the 2021 Small Group Plan, contact the church office or any member of the Discipleship Council to discuss further. 2021 SMALL GROUP PLAN visual overview of the FUMC discipleship process

CHURCH HISTORY Our present church building was dedicated to the Glory of God and consecrated by Bishop F. Herbert Skeete, resident Bishop of the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference of the United Methodist Church at a service of worship on May 15, 1983. The District Superintendent, the Reverend Dr. B. Burns Brodhead, assisted the Bishop in that service. Our present congregation traces its origin directly to a meeting held on March 13, 1902, in the home of J. F. Bast, of 37 St. John Street, with Dr. William McDowell, District Superintendent, in attendance. His later report to the Annual Conference indicated that on the above date, he organized a new society in Schuylkill Haven. Also, that they had bought a lot and were making arrangements for the erection of a building. He described the new enterprise as "starting with great vigor, 72 members received on probation, and appointment of a pastor requested." Among this group and others added within a few days, were the names of Snayberger, Bast, Thomas, Becker, Bowen, Dowdle, Boyer, Reed, Kerschner, Emerich and Freed. Rhoda Thomas Pritchard and Ruth Thom Rutter were the first persons baptized in the church. Charles Lendle and Alice Susan Berger were the first couple married in the church. On Easter Sunday, March 30, 1902, Reverend Charles T. Isenberger preached his first sermon in Metamora Hall. (This Hall is located above the Detweiler Funeral Home.) Under his leadership, the group forged ahead and our beloved St. John Street Church was built, with dedication taking place on November 9, 1902. The building cost $7,000. Within a few years, a new parsonage was provided and the mortgage on the church was burned. On November 19, 1980, about 8:45 a.m., a fire of unknown origins ignited the main church structure on St. John Street, resulting in its total destruction. Many church members tearfully witnessed the disappearance of our beloved church that had served us so well for 78 years, through worship services, weddings, baptisms, confirmations, lay witness missions, and sacred concerts. The reality of the total loss of our facilities caused expressions of disbelief and dismay, and underneath the varied emotions, there arose a determination to rebuild and go on. On March 1, 1981, the congregation voted to proceed with planning for construction of a new church. George Kulp was appointed Building Committee Chairman, and with his committee of interested members, set about selecting an architect and a type of church facility that would suit the needs of the congregation. Preliminary drawings for the First United Methodist Church to be built on a 4.132 acre site on Saylor Street were presented to the congregation on June 1, 1981, by Don Klinger Architect, of Millersburg. They chose a colonial style brick. The anticipated completion date was set at April 3, 1983. A Building Fund Campaign took place under the guidance of Juanita Locker Ivie, of the Board of Global Ministries from October 8th to the 21st. Dr. Herbert C. Rubright, Sr., served as general chairman for the Executive Committee for the Christian Responsibility Fund Campaign. By the grace of God, the congregation known as the First United Methodist Church of Schuylkill Haven, moved into the new facility DEBT FREE!!! Since 1983, the church has added 28 parking spaces, thus having the largest parking lot of any church in Southern Schuylkill County area. We have added a large enclosed sound proof comfort room at the rear of the sanctuary thus allowing families with young children to worship in a relaxing environment and atmosphere. The sanctuary was also enhanced with a large wooden Lord's Supper Mural which graces the rear wall of the sanctuary. It is well known and people come from other congregations to view it. In 1992, the church added an early service of worship (8:00 a.m.) to accommodate our growing numbers and provide multiple occasions of worship. In February of 1997, an additional worship service - a Saturday night Contemporary Service was started. Since 1902, with the appointment of our first Pastor, Reverend Isenberger followed by the 28 pastors who have since served our church, including our present Pastor, the Reverend Doctor Christopher Fisher, appointed in 2005, we have experienced continued growth, spiritually, missionally, and in fellowship. In our history we have had one associate pastor, Reid S. Thomas, Jr., appointed for a short length of service. We have had several youth directors since 1994. A request from the Tower South (High Rise) Tenants Council was made to our church to provide a regular traditional worship service for the residents of the facility in order to minister to the spiritual needs of those unable to attend regular church services. As a result of that request, in June of 2009, a Sunday evening worship service was added and is held at the Tower South on Parkway in Schuylkill Haven. In 2014, we turned the organization of this ministry over to the Tower South Council. ​ In 2016, the church added an elevator for use by those in need. ​ In 2019, the church combined the 8:00 a.m. traditional and the 10:30 a.m. contemporary services into one 9:00 a.m. blended service. Also added was a 4:00 p.m. GenZ service to reach the younger generations. ​ In March of 2020, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the church began live-streaming the Sunday morning service. At this time, the Saturday evening and GenZ services were put on hold. In late summer of 2020, the Saturday evening service resumed and a new service = the Haven Family eXperience (A Family Worship Experience) also known as the FX service was started as an outreach to the community on a Sunday morning at 11:00 am and was held at Bubeck Park in Schuylkill Haven and moved to Fellowship Hall In November due to the colder weather. As you can see, God has been good and generous and faithful to us. We hope to be faithful to the blessings we have received. We also want to pass on the gift of faith and hope to a generation yet unborn. Praise be to God! Click here if you are interested in a more detailed history of FUMC.

CONFIRMATION CLASS ​​About Confirmation ​Confirmation provides the opportunity to affirm and own for yourself the faith in which your parents have raised you - to begin the steps toward your adult commitment to Christ. At the core of the confirmation process is discipleship- your spiritual development as you take up the call to be disciples of Jesus Christ in your lifestyle, beliefs, values, and witness. Students will have the opportunity to take classes and meet with Pastor Fisher. This will be a great time to ask your hard questions about life and God, learn why faith in Jesus Christ is justified, and take the steps yourself to confirm your faith as a Christian. You will also have the opportunity to develop a special discipling relationship with a mentor in a small group setting, who will serve as a guide and adult friend to you in your faith. Confirmation is for Youth entering 7th and 8th grades. ​ If you have any questions about Confirmation, please contact the Church Office. Pastor Fisher will gladly answer your questions.

ALTON George ​P: 570.385.5182 E: BALDWIN Richard, Laura ​P: 570.385.4969 E: rickbaldwin@verizon.net BARNES Justin, Talisha, Andre, Jeremiah ​P: E: BARNES Robert, Tracey ​P: 570.943.4010 E: rwbarnes@ptd.net BAUM Barry, Judith ​P: 570.385.1906 E: BAYLIFF Kevin, Patricia, J. Austin, Elizabeth ​P: E: BEDWAY Paul Jr., Kim ​P: 570.366.0427 E: BEDWAY Randy, Tanya, Ryan, Brady, Lauryn ​P: 570.366.0742 E: BEERS Darlene ​P: 610.781.6644 E: the_empty_nest@hotmail.com BENNER John, Christine ​P: E: BERGEN Don, April, Matthew & Katie ​P: 570.739.1606 E: home@bergen-family.com BERGER Jeff, Michele ​P: 570.385.4576 E: BERGER Marvin, Sandy ​P: 570.385.0648 E: sandymarv1@comcast.net BERGER Mudge, Elaine ​P: 570.385.3342 E: mudgeb@hotmail.com BERGER Rick, Sandi, Calli ​P: 570.385.0743 E: sberger59@hotmail.com BOHLER Kendra ​P: E: kbohler1999@gmail.com BRACHMAN Patricia ​P: 570.366.0249 E: BRADY Timothy, Barbara P: 570.385.0573 E: bmbrady@verizon.net BRAEUNIG Kalen, Lauren, Serai P: 571.409.0722 E: BREISCH Ken, Theresa P: 570.385.2812 E: eagles7@comcast.net BRENSINGER Randy, Gloria P: 570.593.8940 E: randybrensinger412@gmail.com BRIDGES Matheau, Kaden P: 570.691.4207 E: matheaubridges@yahoo.com BRINK Glen, Vickie P: 570.739.2056 E: vbrink611@comcast.net BROWN Robert E., Dottie P: E: BUBECK Richard P: E: BYRON Robert, Shirley P: 717.306.4316 E: CALLAGHAN Brian, Terri P: 570.345.6626 E: CARL Christopher, Tara, Emmaleigh Rae, Caiden Kenneth P: 834.276.5593 E: CATRANIS Ted, Carolyn P: 570.640.0031 E: ted@novatropos.com CHALLENGER Bret, Elizabeth, Dan, Christie P: 570.739.0992 E: bchallenger@comcast.net CLAY Charles, Carole P: 570.385.4830 E: CLAY Hope P: 570.385.2375 E: CONNORS Marga P: 570.385.4908 E: DALEY John, Kelly, Eric Freeman P: 570.739.4177 E: freeman341@verizon.net DAUKAUS Joe, Lisa, Michele, Becca, Abby P: 570.544.3979 E: l7m7d7@aol.com DAUM Gary, JoAnn P: 570.366.0972 E: jdaum5@icloud.com DEVINE Sharon P: E: DOTTERER James P: 570.516.6767 E: DROS Dwight, Cindy, Amber, Amaris, Arielle P: 570.593.8448 E: cindydros@comcast.net DRUST Jolene, Emily P: E: DUNKLING WW, Jan P: 570.739.1529 E: wwdunk@verizon.net EIFERT Jim P: 570.385.1300 E: EMBURY Duane, Mary Lou P: 570.789.1718 E: mdembury@gmail.com EMERICH Shirley P: 570.385.3498 E: ESPOSITO Douglas, Debra P: 570.385.3527 E: EVANS Bert, Josette P: 570.366.0416 E: bert-evans@evansdelivery.com FATORA John, Patti P: 570.628.5429 E: johnfatora@verizon.net FAUSNAUGH Madalyn, Layla Watkins, Bryce, Mason P: E: FAUSNAUGH Ryan P: 484.345.9014 E: FAUST Jeffrey, Lori P: 570.739.0901 E: FAUST Kaitlyn P: 570.385.8277 E: FISHER Chris, Lisi, Luke, Mercy, Raquel, Eva P: 570.385.2199 E: chris.l.fisher1@gmail.com FISHER Greg, Dawn P: 570.622.1669 E: dawnmfisher@comcast.net FORBES Michael, Joanne P: 570.294.6285 E: maine5@verizon.net FRANK Bradley, Rebecca, Braden, Sara P: 717.377.2165 E: butterflybecky@gmail.com GEARY Carl P: 570.739.2526 E: cdgeary1@verizon.net GEHRING Rodger, Lisa, Preston P: 570.622.0927 E: gehrings@comcast.net GICKING Eleanor P: 570.573.5622 E: GLUNZ Jim, Connie P: 570.943.7696 E: csglunz@gmail.com GRABOWSKI Michael, Audra, Noah, Savannah P: 570.385.3111 E: akker@verizon.net GRATE Kathi P: 570.691.7719 E: HACKMAN Dallas, Kathleen, Dallas, Cassandra P: 570.628.9095 E: 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SMALL GROUPS (UPDATED 04/07/24 ) FUMC promotes participation in Small Groups as a way to meet other Christians, participate in shared interests, support each other's needs, and build lasting friendships in a one-on-one setting with limited attendance. Currently, our Groups are held in-person, virtual (highlighted in this listing) , or blended (in-person and virtual ). If you have an interest in joining one of the groups below, contact the leader directly or if assistance is needed, contact: ereed@havenfirstumc.org If Group Leaders need to change their meeting information, send updates to: ereed@havenfirstumc.org Life in Action Groups Our interest is in following Jesus' command to "go and make disciples". We study and practice within our Group and then go out into the community to make disciples. Recommended readings for this group are listed at the bottom of this page.​ ​ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Sunda ys Young Adult (18 to 30-something) Led by: Adam Kraft Study: spiritual nourishment, inspiration and guidance Where: in-church Frequency: weekly, 10:15 - 11:00 AM ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Mondays Led by: Ellen Marino Study Book: Experien cing God (women's group) Where: Church Frequency: Weekly, 10:15 AM ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Tuesdays ​Led by: Ann Moyer & Nancy Kraft Study Book: You Were Made F or This Moment (women's group) Where: Church Frequency: 2 Tuesdays a month, 2:00 PM ​ Led by: JoAnn Daum Study: The 7 Churches of Revelation (through RightNow Media ) Where: Church Office Frequency: Weekly, 3:00 PM (filled) ​ Led by: Fred Yuengling Study Book: new topic expected January, 2024 Where: Home Frequency: Weekly, 7:00 PM (filled) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Wednesdays Senior High Youth : L ed by: David Williams, Stacey Lehman, Carolyn Catranis Study: Darkroom Faith Series on theological topics Where: Church Youth Room Frequency: Weekly, 6:00-7:30 PM (joint free time 7:00 -7:30 PM with Middle School) Middle School Youth : Led by: April Bergen, Don Bergen, Renee Williams, Stacey Lehman Study: various studies, changing monthly Where: Church Youth Room Frequency: Weekly, 7:00-8: 30 PM (joint free time 7:00 -7:30 PM with Senior High) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Led by: Brian Reading Study Books: from David Jeremiah ministry Where: Church Frequency: 2nd & 4th Thursdays ea. mo., 3:00 PM ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Encouragement & Accountability Groups We are smaller groups which meet regularly to support and encourage each other in our walk of faith.​ ​ Mondays Led by: Darlene Beers Where: varies Frequency: Weekly, 8:00 AM (temp. filled) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Tuesdays Led by: Lisi Fisher Where: Church (women's prayer and accountability group) Frequency: Weekly, 5:30 AM ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Led by: Doug O'Connell Where: Men's meeting at Long Run Diner Frequency: Weekly, 6:30 AM ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Led by: M om's O n M issions (for mom's of little ones) Where: church office Frequency: Weekly, 6:00 - 7:15 PM (childcare provided) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Bible Study Group s Our interest is in-depth study of books of the Bible to better understand its teachings.​ ​ Sundays Led by: Tom Reed Study: Book of Genesis ​ Where: Church Frequency: Weekly, 10:30 AM ( fall start-up mid-November) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Tuesdays Led by: Shirley Yenilaitus Study: Books of I, II, and III John and Jude ​ Where: Y's Home Frequency: Weekly, 6:00 PM (filled) ​ Led by: Bonnie Hawley Study: Old Testament ​ Where: Home Frequency: Weekly, 7:00 PM (filled) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Wednesdays Led by: Ellen Marino Study: Book of Matthew ​ Where: Church Frequency: Weekly, 10:15 AM ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thursdays Led by: Eydie Re ed Study: Book of Ecclesiastes (through RightNow Media ) Where: Home Frequency: Weekly, 10:00 AM ​ Led by: Doug O'Connell Study: Books of 1 & 2 Peter (Max Lucado book) Where: Church (Zoom during Fall/Winter) Frequency: Weekly, 7:00 PM ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ​ ​ Focused Groups We have a variety of Small Groups with specialized interests.​ ​ ​ Sundays Led by: Pastor Chris Fisher Type: Coffee House Worship Where: Church Frequency: Weekly, 10:45 AM ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Wedn esd ays Led by: Dot Murphy Meal & Chat: Women encouraging women (for widows) Where: varies Frequency: Weekly, 5:30 PM ​ Led by: Pastor Chris Fisher Type: Wednesday Night Prayer Group Where: Church Sanctuary Frequency: Weekly, 6:00 PM ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ​ Saturdays Led by: Don Bergen Type: Men's Breakfast Chasing Revival (through RightNow Media ) Where: Church Fellowship Hall Frequency: Third Saturday ea. mo., 8:00 AM (none Nov, 2023) ​ Coming: Led by: Stacey Lehman and (TBA) Type: Celebrate Recovery Where: Church Frequency: (pending) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ​ ​ ​ If you would like to start a new Small Group, please contact the FUMC church office at 570.385.3941 for more information. LIFE IN ACTION GROUPS RECOMMENDED READINGS (UPDATED 09/17/2021) The books listed below have been reviewed by the Discipleship Council and are recommended for the Life in Action Groups to use as a guide in their mission to create disciples in response to Jesus' command in Matthew 28:19a. These books are generally available at www.christianbook.com and through other providers. (visual overview of the FUMC discipleship process) Discipleship Plan Components Component 1 - Experience God ​"A Firm Foundation" by Wesleyan Covenant Association Hope and Vision for a new Methodist Future "​Alpha Course" by Nicky Gumbel Creating space to explore life, faith, and meaning "Healing" by Francis MacNutt Provides a context within which to understand healing ​Component 2 - Follow the Lord Jesus Daily Devotions "Experiencing God" by Claude King, Henry Blackaby, and Richard Blackaby Carefully listening to God's voice will anchor you in His plan and set you free to live it with boldness and freedom. Component 3 - Share Life Together "The Class Meeting" by Kevin M. Watson A fresh new guide to the theory and practice of the Wesley class meeting "The Band Meeting" by Kevin M. Watson & Scott T. Kisker Demonstrates that the band meeting is not merely another church program ​Component 4 - Serve the Body of Christ "Healing" by Francis MacNutt Provides a context within which to understand healing ​Component 5 - Invest in Others "The Starfish Movement" by Dan Grider Shows how to fully engage with the original Movement that Jesus launched (suggested reading for leaders of Small Groups) "Crucial Conversations" by Dan Grider Draws our attention to those defining moments that literally shape our lives, our relationships, and our world "God Space" by Doug Pollock Naturally create room - God Space - for spiritual conversations to happen in your everyday life

Embrace Grace is a 12-week program that teaches single, young pregnant women about God's love and grace. This group provides emotional, practical, and spiritual support for women who find themselves in an unexpected pregnancy. ​ For more information on Embrace Grace ministries, please visit www.embracegrace.com . If you would like to learn more about how you can get involved either as a group volunteer or member, please contact the church office at (570) 385-3941 who is heading up this group at our church. Looking for ideas to bless the mamas to be and their little blessing? -Diapers -Wipes -Blankets -Bibs -Socks -Gift Cards -Baby Toys -Toiletries -Infant Medicine (gas drops, infant pain reliever, teething, diaper rash cream)

​ What is Alpha? Alpha is an extended conversation in weekly group study on the meaning of life and the Christian faith. Participants take part in a meal and fellowship followed by a video presentation and small group discussion opportunity. Program areas of exploration include: Is There More to Life Than This? Who is Jesus? Why Did Jesus Die? How Can We Have Faith? Why and How Do I Pray? Why and How Do I Read the Bible? How Does God Guide Us? How Can I Resist Evil? What About The Church? We're in the midst of a 13-week Alpha series this fall, 2023 . We meet Sunday evenings from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm. You are welcome to join us. All who are interested in learning more about faith in Jesus Christ are welcome to attend. If you have any questions, contact the church office at 570-385-3941. ~~ (10/23/23)

Welcome! We're so glad you're here! ​ We understand that children & youth are not only the future, but also the present of the church. As such, children & youth are warmly welcomed into the FUMC family and invite to participate in a variety of programs to guide them in their faith to know Jesus as Lord & Savior.​ Children, Youth & Family Ministry at FUMC is best expressed as FX! FX is an abbreviation for Family eXperience. FX is a dynamic environment designed to help us as the church partner with families. FX is a fun, shared experience where families can grow closer together while growing closer to Jesus. It strategically places parents and kids in a world that helps both understand and live out essential truths regarding faith, family and friendship. ​ We know that no one has more potential to influence a child than a parent but we also know that parents can’t do it alone so we as the church are working to partner with families to help build lifelong disciples for Jesus! Want to learn more about your specific age group? Click on the buttons below. NURSERY CHILDREN YOUTH To learn more about children's ministry at FUMC of Schuylkill Haven, please contact our Director of Children's Discipleship at 570-593-0303 or email office@havenfirstumc.org,

WEBSITE RESOURCES United Methodist Church Official Web Site of the United Methodist Church [http://www.umc.org ] The Eastern Pennsylvania Conference of the United Methodist Church Official Web Site of our Conference [http://www.epaumc.org ] BibleGateway Bible Gateway is a website that provides a tool for reading scripture online in a translation of your choice. It provides searching capabilities which will allow you to find and compare passages in scripture from different translations. [http://www.biblegateway.com ] ​ Biblica Biblica is an International Bible Society with a worldwide ministry that has been helping people engage with God’s Word for over 200 years and are committed to bringing the Bible to people in a way they understand, so they can be transformed by Christ and inspired to join His mission for the world. [https://www.biblica.com/] Upper Room® The Upper Room® supports the spiritual growth of Christians wanting to know God and Grow in Him. The Upper Room® offers a daily devotional guide and many other publications and programs, prayer support, and resources to help all believers experience a deeper level of faith in our Loving God. [https://www.upperroom.org/] Gretna Glen Camp Gretna Glen is a Christian Camp and Retreat Center located just east of Hershey amidst the beautiful forest and streams of Mt. Gretna, PA. The Camp’s Mission is to share the joy of knowing and following Jesus Christ. [http://www.gretnaglen.org/] Pocono Plateau Camp Pocono Plateau is a year-round Christian Camp and Retreat center located on 750 acres of forest in the Pocono Mountains of Eastern Pennsylvania. [http://www.poconoplateau.org/] Jewel Pregnancy Center Previously known as Care Net Pregnancy Center of Schuylkill County. Jewel Pregnancy Center is a Christian, non-profit organization that provides life affirming, evangelistic ministry to families facing an unplanned pregnancy. All services are free and confidential. [https://jewelwc.org/] Walk to Emmaus and Chrysalis The Walk to Emmaus is a spiritual renewal program intended to strengthen the local church through the development of Christian disciples and leaders. [http://mountaintopwalktoemmaus.net/] ​ Wesleyan Covenant Association (WCA) The Wesleyan Covenant Association connects Spirit-filled, orthodox churches, clergy, and laity who hold to Wesleyan theology. It is an association or network of individuals and congregations who share a common understanding of our Wesleyan doctrine and desire to become a vibrant, faithful, growing 21st century church. [https://wesleyancovenant.org/ ]