Adult Discipleship
Find The Group For You
Jesus’ mission started with him calling people to walk, learn, live, and serve together. We seek to follow in his way by doing life together in groups that share life, meals, service, and learning together. We believe we experience God’s grace and grow in God’s purpose best in intentional groups. See more about the established groups of Kearney First UMC below. Contact us and we will help you get in touch with the right group for you! Want to start a group? Fill out our "Host Sign Up Form" to let us know!
If you don’t see the group/time that serves you best, contact a pastor to explore its creation.
Why Small Groups?
All of us have an innate need to feel seen, heard, and known. Cultivating our personal relationship with God goes a long way towards feeling seen, heard, and known by God – but we need to have these needs met in community, too. Small groups at Kearney First UMC are communities of 5-15 people who meet regularly on the journey of becoming deeply committed Christians. Join a group to find the people who will see, hear, and know you in your intentional journey of faith. Together, the Holy Spirit works in us to grow in love of God and neighbor as disciples of Jesus.
Current Small
Group Offerings
Adult Sunday School Classes
- 8 AM -
Seekers Class in "Seekers" Classroom
- 9:30 AM -
Seekers Class in "Seekers" Classroom
Sojourners Class in "Asbury" Classroom
Friendship Class in "Friendship" Classroom
- 10 AM -
Art from the Heart in the Chapel
New Adult Group (20s-40s) in the Heritage Room
Mission Group in the West Side of the Fellowship Hall
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Women's Groups
Tuesday Morning Bible Study in "Heritage Room"
Wednesday Night Bible Study
United Women of Faith Circles
10 AM Thursday Morning Small Group in "Seeker" Room
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Men's Groups
Hy-Vee Breakfast Group
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All Adult Groups
Seekers Tuesday Class
Serendipity Groups (Monthly Meetings)
See more below!
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Contact the church office if you are curious about a specific group or starting a group!
Let's Find Your Group!
Art for the Heart
When: Sunday Mornings at 10 AM
How Often: Every Sunday
Where: Chapel
Who: All ages, genders, and marital status welcome.
Childcare: Sunday School for all ages is offered at the same time. Kids are also welcome to come and enjoy making art with us, too!
Discussions/Studies: We discuss faith and art! Art supplies is provided, but you are welcome to bring your own projects to work on!
About the hosts: Pastor Jo Ellen leads this group! We encourage the exploration of the creative side of your faith with drawing and watercolors! No experience is required and there is no final project or art show expected. Come whenever you'd like!
Christina Nelms Small Group
When: Wednesday nights from 7-8:30 (during Wednesday night kids activities)
How Often: Weekly during the school year.
Where: The Seeker's Classroom or occasionally restaurants/outings
Who: All ages, genders and marital status welcome.
Childcare: Prek-5th grade Wednesday children’s groups.
Discussions/Studies: Assortment of short thought-provoking videos and discussions
About the hosts: Many of us missed fellowship from previous Sunday school classes or groups. We wanted something that would promote growing in our faith and learning, but in a homework free environment since we are all busy adults. Our goal is to promote connection within our group, fellowship and community in Christ.
Plugged In
When: Wednesday nights from 7-8:30 (during Wednesday night kids activities)
How Often: Weekly during the school year.
Where: Kearney First UMC Open Circle Room
Who: All ages, genders and marital status welcome.
Childcare: Prek-5th grade Wednesday children’s groups.
Discussions/Studies: Plugged In is a small group for all ages. We follow a variety of Bible study curriculum and take turns leading the group. Being Plugged In means you don’t do faith alone — you belong, you participate, and you grow together.
More info: Plugged In is starting a new study on February 4. Join us for Adam Hamilton's Revival, a six-week journey to England, through John Wesley's land, life, ministry and teachings.
Women's Bible Study
When: Thursday Mornings at 10:00 AM
How Often: Every Thursday
Where: Seekers Classroom
Who: Women of all ages and marital status.
Childcare: Unavailable
Discussions/Studies: We are currently working our way through the book of Psalms. Let's explore how the songs, laments, and contemplations of the past can still relate to our lives
About the host: N/A
Jen Gibbs | Holy Fit
When: Thursday Nights at 7:00 PM
How Often: Every other Thursday
Where: Upstairs Youth Room
Who: All ages, genders, and marital status.
Childcare: TBD
Discussions/Studies: We are a group that covers various studies throughout the year focused on physical and spiritual health. Come as you are and let's focus on our health together!
About the host: Coming Soon
Missions Small Group
When: Sunday Mornings at 10 AM
How Often: Every Sunday
Where: Fellowship Hall
Who: All ages, genders, and marital status.
Childcare: Sunday School is available for all ages at this time.
Discussions/Studies: We’re a hands-on outreach group serving our community by building handicap ramps, installing grab bars, and helping people stay safe and independent in their homes. We also aim to send teams abroad every 2–3 years for international mission trips.
About the host: Gene and Tammy Tillotson lead the Mission Group with hearts for community! They hope individuals who attend this group with grow in their faith and feel fulfilled by giving back to the community.