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Seeing with New Eyes Register now for this exciting class. Professional Photographer, Todd Rossnagal, will facilitate this class on the fine art of photography giving us hands-on instruction and helping us see God in new, creative ways. Bring your camera, even your cell phone camera will do. Sunday, Sept. 26th from 1:00-5:00 PM at the McMains Center for Spiritual Formation. For more information visit the Spiritual Formation Classes and Ministries page for a full class description or contact Cherri Johnson, Director of Spiritual Formation at 383-4777, or cherri@firstmethodist.org.
New Sunday Morning Study Things Hidden: Scripture as Spirituality:  A Sunday morning class that integrates scripture, theology and life-experience based on Richard Rohr’s new book, "Things Hidden." Participants will explore central themes of Scripture and discover within the texts relevant meaning essential for modern day Christians.  A 12 week course, Begins Sunday, Sept. 12th 9:40-10:40AM. McMains Center for Spiritual Formation. Register now for this class.
Centering Prayer Opportunity Centering Prayer and Meditation on Scripture: Every first and third Tuesday of each month from 11:45-12:30 AM, beginning Tuesday Sept 21, 2010 join us at the  McMains Center for Spiritual Formation. Set aside time in your busy schedule for centering and queit reflection. For more information visit the Spiritual Formation Classes and Ministries page for a full class description or contact Cherri Johnson, Director of Spiritual Formation at 383-4777, or cherri@firstmethodist.org.

Spiritual Formation

mcmainscenter Welcome to the McMains Center for Spiritual Formation at First Church. The Ministry of Spiritual Formation fulfills a unique place in the lives of Christians reaching for deeper spiritual growth by providing a variety of opportunities and settings for cultivating the "heart and mind of Christ." We invite you to join us in the journey of developing a deeper and more personal relationship with God, each other, and all creation.

Find out more about the Ministry of Spiritual Formation by scrolling through these various offerings.


spiritual_form_icon Spiritual Formation Classes and Ministries
Spiritual Formation Ministries, Courses and Events

 

 

worship_prayer_service_icon Prayer Ministries
The Prayer Ministry supports the life of First United Methodist Church by praying for the needs and celebrations of our members.


spiritual_form_ministries Additional Methodist Programming
Learn about opportunities for spiritual growth through district, conference, and national programming.



spiritual_form_devotional Weekly Devotionals and Meditations
Early in his ministry Jesus invited all who followed him to enter into a rhythm of life and prayer.  First Church invites you to take time each day for prayer and reflection as you move through the activities of your daily life.


spiritual_form_lifementor_l Ministry of Spiritual Companionship
Find encouragement and wisdom for your Christian journey.  Explore spiritual practices and gifts and grow in faith as you live fully and freely as a child of God.  Join First Church's Life-Mentoring Ministry and explore companionship through Spiritual Direction.


spiritual_form_arts The Arts
Be creative--let your spiritual life overflow into life and the arts.  Paint a still-life picture, create a stained glass mosiac, work with clay, or center yourself through Christian yoga.  Meditate and express your spirituality through movement. Discover your God-given gifts of creative expression as you learn more about yourself through the arts.


spiritual_form_parenting_ic Christian Parenting
Informational resources, links and tips for Christian parenting are provided here. Join our Christian parenting program—Blueprints from God —and explore essential topics for good Christian parenting.

 

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