Ministry Group Directory
We wanted to let you know that there are a number of ways to stay connected with Children, Youth, and Adult Ministries groups and classes in online forums here at Westlake UMC. Check out the online meetup schedule below and contact the group representative directly to get plugged in.
SUNDAY MORNINGS - 9:45am
Catalyst Conversations
- Our church wide summer Sunday school offering for adults! Every week we will have a different speaker who will provide us a "catalyst" to growing in our understanding and actions out in the world. Come every week or drop in as often as you are in town. Hosted by the Open Hearts Sunday School class.
- Sundays June 9th through August 11th 9:45am
- In-Person: Wyatt Hall
- Zoom access using this Meeting ID: 823 2261 6018 & Passcode: 554038
- Contact: Adult Ministries Chair Diane Kofahl (diane.a.kofahl@gmail.com)
Open Hearts Class - Hosting Catalyst Conversations over the summer
- Teacher-led discussion on a variety of topics including; Bible Study, Book Studies, and a variety of social justice issues. (Hybrid: In-Person & Online)
- Sundays 9:45am
- In-Peron: Wyatt Hall
- Zoom access using this Meeting ID: 823 2261 6018 & Passcode: 554038
- Contact: Jay Brim (jbrim3@austin.rr.com)
Fellowship Class
- A teacher-led video/discussion series blending scripture, history, & practical application of principles (Hybrid: In-Person & Online)
- Sundays 9:45am
- In-Person: Library
- Zoom: Meeting ID: 925 904 712 & Passcode: 78746
- Contact: Pete Morford (petemorford@gmail.com)
Preston Wyatt Bible Studies Class
- Small group discussion of short scripture topics. We use Methodist study materials with a contemporary perspective (Hybrid: In-Person & Online)
- Sundays 9:45am
- In-Person: Room 403
- Zoom: Meeting ID: 734 2721 6651 & Passcode: fellowship
- Contact: Bill Games (bill@gamesfamily.org)
Family Foundations Class - On Hiatus over the summer to join Catalyst Conversations
- A supportive space where individuals within the mid-life stages can nurture and explore their faith, while simultaneously learning from and supporting one another.
- Sundays 9:45am
- In-Person: Room 402
- Zoom:
- Contact: Diane Kofahl (diane.a.kofahl@gmail.com)
WEEKDAY GROUPS
Band of Brothers – a men’s group, Tuesdays, 7:30–9:00 am in the Church Library & on Zoom: Meeting ID: 863 8736 1944 & Passcode: 959885
Heart to Heart Women’s Bible Study – a spiritual discussion group for women, Thursdays at 1:30 pm via Zoom and in person in the Church Library: Meeting ID: 838 0687 2010 & Passcode: 711879
Hope – This group supports moms who have lost a child to addiction with a place to share your story in a loving, faith-based group. Meets the 2nd Thursday of each month, 6:30 – 8:30 pm in The Library
WUMC Men’s Emmaus Reunion Group – a group of men who have completed The Walk to Emmaus, Thursdays, 8:00–9:00 am in the Church Library & on Zoom: Meeting ID: 839 0658 9435 & Passcode: 170404
CHILDREN & YOUTH
Children’s Ministry Sunday School [Ashley Mangold]: Sundays at 9:45am
This summer, children are invited to come to the nursery, where they can enjoy their own fellowship through play, both inside and outside, during the hour.
Youth Ministry Sunday School [Ashley Mangold]: Sundays at 9:45am
Youth are encouraged to join and grow in any of the adult Sunday School classes over the summer!
MUSIC ENSAMBLES
Chancel Choir – we rehearse on Wednesday evenings from 7:00-8:30pm in the Worship Center and sing on Sundays at 11:00am.
Sanctuary Handbells – we rehearse on Wednesday evenings in the Music Room from 5:45-6:45pm
Foundation Band – we rehearse on Tuesday evenings at 6:30-8:00pm in the Worship Center and help lead worship in the Contemporary Worship Service each week (The band features guitars, keyboard, drums, cello, and vocals.)