Classes & Groups Meeting Online
Deaf Fellowship Prayer Chat
Wednesday, 7-8 pm
Tom Hudspeth
Email thudspeth@llumc.org for invitation to join ZOOM
Fierce, Free, and Full of Fire
Book Discussion Group
Monday 8:00 pm | May 4-June 8
Kay Eck and Raegan Gilliland
Email keck@llumc.org
24/7
Sunday, 10-11 am
Rick Herrick
Email rherrick946@gmail.com
Adams and Eves Sunday Class
Sunday 9:30 am
Stan Altschuler
email philtex@sbcglobal.net (Mike)
Discovery Sunday Class
Sunday 9:30 am
Kathryn and Stephen Arata
email: kathrynarata@yahoo.com
Explorations Sunday Class
Sunday 9:00 am
Patrick Beal
email: patricktx@sbcglobal.net
HOA Fellowship
Sunday, 4-5 pm
Jacob Keega
email jkeega@llumc.org
Journey Side-by-Side Sunday Class
Sunday 9-10 am
Jason Haley / Phil Meaders
email plmeaders@gmail.com
Koinonia Sunday Class
Sunday 9:30-10:30 am
Steve Rankin / Jim Wilkinson
email txjwilk@gmail.com
Weekly Wednesday Morning Men's Bible Study
Wednesday, 8:00 am
Rick Herrick and Paul Ditto
email pditto@llumc.org or rherrick946@gmail.com
Men's Gathering Sunday Morning Class
Sundays 10:00 am
Paul Ditto
email pditto@llumc.org
Music Reading Class
Every Other Wednesday, 10 am
Sheryl Sebo
email ssebo@llumc.org
Redus / Adult Forum
Sunday 10 am
Barbara Marcum
email bmarcum@llumc.org
Seekers Sunday Class
Sunday, 11 am - 12 pm
Tamara Trummer
email TrummerT@verizon.net
Women's Gathering
Sunday, 4-5 pm
Donna Whitehead
email dwhitehead@llumc.org
Zimbabwe Fellowship
Daily 7-8 pm
Ngoni Mukarakate
email nmukarakate@llumc.org
Abigail Circle Bold Women LLUMW
3rd Tuesday, 11:00 am
Mary Wells
email irvanwells@sbcglobal.net
Bookworms Circle Bold Women LLUMW
4th Tuesday, 1:00 pm
Susan Arnett
email sarn3tt@flash.net
Esther Circle Bold Women LLUMW
1st Monday, 6:30 pm
Becky Barnebey
email becky5520@att.net
Wednesday Men's Small Group
Every Other Wednesday, 12:00 pm
Steve Maus and Michael Phillips
email smaus@thenautilusgroup.com or philtex@sbcglobal.net
New Circle: Fellowship, Spirituality, Mission - Your Choice! Bold Women LLUMW
Your Choice
You
Email Wendy Campbell at wjpcampbell@gmail.com
Open Hearts Open Minds Small Group
Wednesday, 7:00 pm
Hall Harris and Paul Ditto
email pditto@llumc.org or hharris@dts.edu
Prayer Group
Monday, 6-7 pm
Carla Campbell
email cacdbjb@gmail.com
Priscilla Circle Bold Women LLUMW
2nd Tuesday, 10:00 am
Linda McSwain
email lindaemcswain@gmail.com
Soul Group - Evening
Wednesday 6 pm
Randall Lucas
email rlucas@llumc.org
Soul Group - Noon
Wednesday 12 noon
DeDe Jones
email djones@llumc.org
Soul Group Weekend
Sunday 6 pm
Dawn Anderson
email danderson@llumc.org
Young Adults Small Group (18-35)
Thursday 7-9 pm
Sarah Marsalis-Luginbill
email sarahluginbill@llumc.org or text 318-458-0272
Young Women (25-40)
Thursday, 7:00 pm
Laura Bierck
email lbierck@gmail.com or 505-710-7396
Cancer Support Group
First Monday, 3 pm
Barbara Marcum
email bmarcum@llumc.org
Celebrate Recovery Men's Open Share
Tuesday, 7-8 pm
David Graves
email danderson@llumc.org
Celebrate Recovery Women's Open Share
Tuesday, 7-8 pm
Dawn Anderson
email danderson@llumc.org
Christian Survivors of Suicide Loss (CSOSL) Support Group
Thursday 6:30-7:30 pm
Dawn Anderson
email danderson@llumc.org
DivorceCare Support Group
Monday 7:30-8:30 pm
Dawn Anderson
email danderson@llumc.org
GriefShare Support Group
Wednesday, 6:30-7:30 pm
Dawn Anderson
email danderson@llumc.org
Small Groups
Are you interested in being part of a small group? Look through the options below. If you see one that ignites a spark, reach out to the group leader and find out more.
Don't see a group that piques your curiosity? Would you be interested in starting or leading one or do you have more questions? If so, reach out to our coordinator Dawn Anderson at smallgroups@llumc.org. We're committed to getting you connected to a community that suits your interests.
Small groups typically meet off campus and not on Sundays.
Men
Meeting Time: Wednesdays, 6:45 to 8:00 a.m.
Location: Copeland House Annex
Group Leader: Pastor Stan Copeland
Leader Contact: RSVP to Paul Ditto, pditto@llumc.org or 214-706-9561
Age Group: All Ages and Worship Venues
Led by senior pastor Stan Copeland and Associate Pastor Scott Gilliland. $15 per plate.
Meeting Time: Every other Wednesday for lunch
Location: Park Cities Club
Group Leader: Steve Maus
Leader Contact: smaus@thenautilusgroup.com
Age Group: 50+
Comprised of mostly retired business owners and men that are learning to move on to lives in various areas. Speakers come from all fields and the group also has book and devotional studies.
Meeting Time: 4th Saturday 4p.m.
Location: Varies
Group Leader: Mike Sithole
Leader Contact: sitholemike6@gmail.com
Age Group: All Ages
Meeting Time: Every Other Tues. 6:45 p.m.
Location: Village Burger Bar
Group Leader: Scott Gilliland
Leader Contact: sgilliland@llumc.org
Age Group: 30-45
Meeting Time: Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.
Location: CFC (Yellow Room)
Group Leader: Bryan Booker
Leader Contact: b-booker@ti.com
Age Group: All ages
Studies range from books of the Bible to themes within the Bible, to books on different aspects of Christianity. The group tries to “maintain a balance of serious and open discussion on the subject while keeping the spirit light-hearted and sometimes just plain goofy!”
Women
Meeting Time: Wednesdays at 9:15 a.m. during the school year
Location: Pastors Beginnings Room
Group Leader: Margaret Strother
Leader Contact: moogiestrother@sbcglobal.net
Age Group: All Ages
In-depth video-driven Bible studies which last six to ten weeks. Open to women of all ages; current attendees are 50+ with no children at home.
Meeting Time: Second & Fourth Thursdays during the school year, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: Copeland House
Group Leader: Bianca Schiffman
Leader Contact: b_rock110@yahoo.com
Age Group: Moms of preschoolers
Open to ALL mothers of children from birth through kindergarten, including expectant moms. The goal of MOPS is to provide support and a place where moms can develop relationships with other moms. Meetings include a speaker or video on topics relevant to marriage, child-rearing and personal growth, along with small-group time. Our children meet in classes of their own where they enjoy crafts and playtime and learn about the Bible. Costs: $50 for the spring semester (scholarships available). MOPS Kids cost (optional): First child $75, additional children $50/each (per semester)
Meeting Time: Mondays, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Copeland House
Group Leader: Mica Sleeper
Leader Contact: micasleeper@gmail.com
Age Group: 65+
Women’s Bible and book study for 65+.
Meeting Time: Wednesdays, 11a.m.
Location: Copeland House
Group Leader: n/a
Leader Contact: smallgroups@llumc.org
Age Group: All Ages
Meeting Time: Fridays at 11:30 a.m.
Location: Copeland House
Group Leader: Carmyn Neely
Leader Contact: carmyn.neely@gmail.com
Age Group: 50+
Small prayer and study group of women 50+. Orientation required before joining.
Meeting Time: Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Location: Pastors Beginnings Room
Group Leader: Kathryn Arata
Leader Contact: kathrynarata@yahoo.com
Age Group: All Ages
An eclectic group of women of all ages coming together to knit and crochet prayer shawls for those in need in our congregation, in the community, and around the world. Bring a sack lunch; open to beginners. Will teach anyone who wants to learn!
BOLD Women of Lovers Lane UMC
Meeting Time: Thursday evening calls and bimonthlySunday afternoons
Location: Various
Group Leader: Kuziva Munakiri
Leader Contact: kmutsvaru@yahoo.com
Age Group: All Ages
The United Women of God in Zimbabwe
Meeting Time: Mondays 9:30 a.m.
Location: Asbury 206
Group Leader: Ruth Smith
Leader Contact: polly2801@gmail.com
Age Group: All Ages
Creatively supporting Methodist Medical Hospital.
Meeting Time: Second Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m.
Location: CFC Parlor
Group Leader: Linda McSwain
Leader Contact: lindaemcswain@yahoo.com
Age Group: All Ages
Monthly mission speakers and lunch.
Special Project: Wesley-Rankin Community Center
Meeting Time: Third Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.
Location: Copeland House
Group Leader: Marsha Gordon
Leader Contact: marsha@marshagordon.com
Age Group: All Ages
Making a difference in South Dallas.
Special Project: Dallas Bethlehem Center
Meeting Time: Fourth Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m.
Location: CFC Parlor
Group Leader: Susan Arnett
Leader Contact: sarn3tt@flash.net
Age Group: All Ages
Avid readers explore and discuss literature.
Meeting Time: First Mondays at 7:00 p.m.
Location: Copeland House
Group Leader: Mary Ann Siller
Leader Contact: dmasiller@sbcglobal.net
Age Group: All Ages
Celebrating new friends and education in West Dallas.
Special Project: Trinity River Mission
Young Adults
Meeting Time: Thursdays 7 p.m
Location: CFC 215
Group Leader: Sarah Luginbill
Leader Contact: sarahluginbill@llumc.org
Age Group: 18-30
This group consists of Bible study, discussion, and just hanging out. Snacks are often provided and sometimes has outtings.
Meeting Time: Thursdays 7:00p.m.
Location: CFC 215
Group Leader: Laura Bierck
Leader Contact: lbierck@gmail.com
Age Group: 25-35
Meeting Time: Fridays once a month @ 6:30 pm.
Location: Varies around Carrollton, TX (Northside)
Group Leader: Scott & Sarah Luginbill
Leader Contact: sarahluginbill@llumc.org
Age Group: 25-35
Co-Ed
Meeting Time: Thursdays, 10a.m.
Location: CFC 103
Group Leader: Bruce Hearn
Leader Contact: cpclampett@gmail.com
Age Group: Adults
Teacher-led Bible study for all ages. Taught by Bruce Hearn, Wesley Prep Chaplain.
Meeting Time: Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.
Location: Copeland House and restaurants
Group Leader: Dr. Hall Harris
Leader Contact: hharris@dts.edu
Age Group: Adults
Mixed couples and singles, most are 50+, but all are welcome. Format is a Bible study or book discussion every. Every other Wednesday is a dining out. Led by senior professor of New Testament Studies at Dallas Thelological Seminary.
Meeting Time: Sundays 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Location: La Madeleine at 75 and Mockingbird
Group Leader: Gary Fox
Leader Contact: Gary Fox, 940.230.3249
Age Group: All Ages
Discussion oriented topical Bible studies, as well as service and social events. The group tries to have two activities per month.
Meeting Time: 2nd & 4th Fri. 7p.m.
Location: Varies
Group Leader: TBA
Leader Contact: TBA
Age Group: All Ages
Meeting Time: Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Location: Shipp Chapel
Group Leader: Eric Pratt
Leader Contact: akinumipratt@yahoo.com
Age Group: All Ages
Meeting Time: Varies
Location: Varies
Group Leader: Julie Weato
Leader Contact: julie6472@hotmail.com
Age Group: All Ages
Meeting Time: 10-week Sessions on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
Location: CFC 103-105
Group Leader: Susan Arnett
Leader Contact: sarn3tt@flash.net
Age Group: 60+
Exercises for 60+, including strength training with muscle and joint exercises. $30 for 10 weeks; scholarships available. All equipment provided. Teachers: Susan Arnett, Karen Casper, and Bill Sleeper.
Students 7-12th Grade
All our student small groups meet on Sunday nights at the end of Student Worship. All students 7-12th grade are encouraged to attend Student Worship (CFC Foundry Worship Center) at 5 pm. on Sunday Nights. Learn more on our Student Page.
