Small Groups.  At The Journey, we offer short term biblically based theme studies, both on Sunday morning and at other times during the week. Our goal is to build relationships with Christ and one another as we study, discuss and share on a variety of topics that relate to our daily walk with God.

Sunday Morning Studies:

Lenten Study.  No single event in human history has received more attention than the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth.  Beginning February 21, Pastor Steve will lead 24 Hours that Changed the World, a study by Adam Hamilton which guides us through the last 24 hours of Jesus’ life.  Each class is designed to help you experience and understand the significance of Jesus’ suffering and death in a way you have never done before.  Whether you are a long-time Christian or are simply curious about the story of Christ’s crucifixion, you are invited to join in retracing the last 24 hours of Jesus’ life.  Sunday mornings, 10:45 a.m., February 21-April 4.

Other Study Groups:

Beloved Disciple. Beginning Monday, March 1, 11-week interactive Beth Moore Bible study, Beloved Disciple: The Life and Ministry of John. John the apostle must have thought he had seen everything.  Having been with Jesus all the years of his ministry, John witnessed more miracles than he could count, saw more displays of power than he could compre­hend, and experienced more love than he could fathom.  John was there when Jesus turned the water to wine, offered living Water to the woman at the well, yielded to His Father’s will in the garden of Gethsemane, and gave His life on a Roman cross.  And one unforgettable morning young John outran Peter to his Savior’s empty tomb.  Yet God had more in store for the Son of Thunder.  Join us as we discover more about the disciple, John.The group meets in the Krause room at Union UMC, 721 E. Main, Belleville (Main Street entrance), 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Be sure to bring a sack lunch.

Healthful Living, a study that helps you discover the secrets to balanced healthy living by addressing spirit, mind, emotions and body, begins Thursday, January 14, 6:30—7:30 p.m., Union United Methodist Church, 721 E. Main St., Belleville, Krause Meeting Room (East Main Street entrance). You may be aware that your eating is not the only part of your life that is out of control. Begin the New Year on a quest for balance and harmony in all areas of your life. Join Pastor Holly every Thursday night as she facilitates this series using First Place 4 Health.

Weekday Youth.  Led by Ginger Jones on Tuesdays; middle schoolers, ages 10 years through 8th grade, meet 6-7 p.m., and senior high students, grades 9-12, meet 7-8 p.m.