Edgewater offers many small groups to enable you to form a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and to connect with a community that will encourage you and help you grow. We strongly believe that in a church this size it is imperative for each person to belong to a small group. It's where we learn, grow, bear one another's burdens and fellowship together.
 Financial Peace University
Financial Peace University is a life-changing 13-week program on personal finance. Contact John Blaylock: blaylock_j@popmail.firn.edu
Sunday School
Adult Sunday School classes meet during the 9:30 & 11:00 AM worship services. Pick up a copy of Expanding Your Options from the brochure rack in the lobby for complete details.
Bible Studies
In addition to Sunday School classes, we offer several Bible Studies for adults during the week. Check out the THIS WEEK page.
 Connecting Groups
We currently have four small groups that meet in homes. More details can be found in the Expanding Your Options brochure available on the info table in the church lobby.
United Methodist Women (UMW)
The UMW is for all women of the church. They are dedicated to helping women and children around the world, supporting each other and growing in faith. Gatherings are held the second Monday of each month (during the school year) at 7:00 PM.
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Friday Friends
This group of women meets every Friday at 1:30 PM for Bible Study. Friends also discuss popular Christian books.
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DivorceCare
This group is nondenominational and features biblical teaching for recovering from divorce and separation. Meetings are held on Friday evenings from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Call the church office at 941-625-3039 form more information.
Sewing/Craft Group
This group provides fellowship for women interested in sewing and making hand crafts. Items are made for nursing home residents, children's groups and outreach groups.
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 Prayer Chain
Prayer requests are sent via email. Anyone who desires to pray for others may participate.
Greeters
Help greet people, distribute worship bulletins and help guests find their way around the building on Sunday mornings.
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Ushers
Help welcome and seat Sunday morning, receive the offering and direct the congregation during Communion.
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Video & Sound Production
Help run PC-based presentation software and sound equipment during worship services and special events.
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Worship Bands
Help lead worship through vocal and instrumental music on Saturday evenings, Sunday mornings or Sunday and Wednesday evenings. Auditions are required.
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Lay Speaker Training
Learn how to better share your faith and serve through this educational experience offered by The United Methodist Church.
 Dinners For Eight
Meet great people and eat great food by being part of one of these small fellowship groups that meet once a month. Call the church office (941-625-3039) for contact information.
Volunteer Coordinator (NEW!)
Organize spiritual gift and ministry opportunity forms to assist people in finding their place in ministry.
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Seasonal Decorations/Special Events
Help set up, take down and store Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter and other decorations as needed.
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