Adult Ministries
We offer monthly and ongoing opportunities for adults to connect, discuss, and grow spiritually together. We have Home Groups and discipleship groups that reflect on each month’s sermon series. Learn more and join a group below.
Sunday School
We have a vibrant selection of Sunday Schools! Read below to learn all about our classes and how to get in touch with the class leaders.
Shepherd’s Class
Meets in the Lounge (Room 113) at 9:30 am
Group study and scholarly discussion led by former pastor Dr. J. David Miller. Primary emphasis on Biblical passages, parables, and the imperfect heroes God chose to grow and lead His flock. All opinions are welcome.
April Topic
The Gospel of Luke led by David Miller.
Contact: David Miller
Open Table
Meets in Room 125 at 9:30 am
This class is for folks who are single, partnered, married with kids or not, roughly 25-40 years old. If you're new to Belle Meade UMC and looking for a place to connect, we invite you to join us. Our name reflects our desire to build community, grow in our faith today, and share meals together!
Contact: Rachael Jorstad
WOW
Meets in Room 211 at 9:30 am
The WOW (Women of the Word) class is comprised of a small group of women who wish to know the Lord better and discern God’s will for us. Currently, we discuss the specific Scripture the pastor has chosen for that day's sermon.
April Topic
Matchless by Angie Smith led by class members.
Contact: Betty McAlister
Logos
Meets in Room 216 at 9:30 am
Logos studies the Bible with contemporary application in order to claim a promise from God for each member. There is a strong emphasis on prayer, discipleship, and glorifying God. The class setting is casual encouraging open discussion and interaction.
April Topic
Strength of Character: 7 Defining Traits by Chuck Swindoll led by class members
Contact: Bruce Kauffman
Fidelis
Zoom and in-person, Room 217; Gather at 9:15 am, Lesson at 9:30 am
We tend to be a class of teachers in that we teach our own lessons. We enjoy fellowship at class parties and eating breakfast together monthly.
April Topics
4/14 - The Movie "The Ten Commandments" led by Ken Markus
4/21 - The Nuts and Bolts of Prayer led by Jay Tyler
4/28 - A Review of Sam's Book by Hannah Bond
Contact: Ken Markus
Upper Room
Zoom and in-person, Room 219; Gather at 9:15 am, Lesson at 9:30 am
Our primary focus is Bible Study, but other focuses include community and social issues and current and historical events, especially as they relate to Christianity. As a group, we support church-related needs as well as those outside our community. Fellowship and mutual support are key to our ethos.
April Topics
4/14 - The Israel/Palestinian Conflict - Kinny Cosner
4/21 - The Gaza Strip - Kem Hinton
4/28 - Movie "One Who Was There" led by Hugh Moffatt
Contact: Dianne Wild
The Gathering Place
Meets in Room 218 at 9:30 am
For parents of children and youth. We enjoy fellowship and a devotion each week. We will use material that is easy for anyone to engage and/or facilitate. Our goal is to connect with one another in this particular life stage and leave with a message of faith to mull over and apply to our daily lives.
April Topic
A Lenten Study led by class members
Contact: Julia Perry or Valerie Nagoshiner
Small Groups
RAD
RAD is the Young Men's Ministry. They are a group of Really Awesome Dudes (RAD) that meet around 10 times a year for awesome social events to make meaningful connections and relationships among the young men in the church. RAD is also involved in church work days. RAD is open to men in their 20s-40s. For more information, contact Mark McGlothlin: mark.t.mcglothlin@gmail.com
FAB
FAB is a group of women in their 30s-40s that gathers one Friday night during even months (Feb, April, June, Aug, Oct, Dec) for food, fun, connection, and spiritual conversation. Depending on who you ask, FAB stands for Fabulous or Fun And Biblical. Our Friday night hangouts share the same name as our group. So come try out a FAB with FAB! We also have a Facebook Group where we connect and share life. For more information, contact Kara Miller: kara.jae.miller@gmail.com
Walk With Us
The Be Well walking group is continuing on! They’ll be meeting for walks twice a month. Come for a walk and get to know someone new. For more information, contact Marian Worley: marian.worley@gmail.com or Susan Meador: s.meador@comcast.net.
Knitting Group
Join the knitting group for a time of fellowship and crafting. Crocheters and other crafters are welcome, too! Bring your own project or help make prayer shawls and baby blankets for members of our community. The crafters meet on Tuesdays from 11:15 to 2:30 in the lounge and Wednesday evenings from 6 to 7 pm in the library. For more information, call Elizabeth Stith: 615-218-8355.
Intergenerational Dinner Group
This dinner group is a fun group for people looking to make friends and connect with other members of the church. Everyone is welcome, kids included, because this group values intergenerational gatherings! Dinners happen at different restaurants around Nashville. For more information, contact Stephanie Paha: spaha11@gmail.com
Home Groups
Are you searching for a small group? A Home Group might just be the fit for you! These consist of eight to twelve people and are intended to create community in a smaller, more personal setting. During this time, we invite you to meet weekly or biweekly, online or in-person, to participate in a bible study, pray, and enjoy fellowship! Home Groups are supplied with the sermon study guide every week or they can use the church's resource library to find studies.
If you're interested in a home group, email Rachael Jorstad with questions at rachael@bellemeadeumc.org. She looks forward to getting you plugged in!
JOY (Just Older Youth)
We are people in our 50s-90s who love God and enjoy growing in faith and friendship together. All ages are welcome to participate in our activities, including members of BMUMC as well as their friends, family, and the public.
We typically meet the third Thursday of each month around 11:30 AM. We offer educational programs at luncheons, day trips throughout the year, and at least one main trip out of state annually.
To RSVP for our events or learn more, contact Jan Todd at (615) 589-7242.
United Women in Faith
United Methodist Women is a creative, supportive fellowship that aims to expand concepts of mission through participation in global ministries of the church, especially those concerning women, youth, and children.
Women visitors are welcome to come, enjoy a meal and fellowship, and learn about what we do as United Women in Faith. There are three circles of women that you can join! To learn more about the organization, check out the UWF website.
Esther Circle
The Esther Circle is 1 of the 3 circles within the United Women in Faith for women with school-aged children. This circle meets each month at a different time and location. Meetings are designed to be activities that fit into busy lifestyles like hiking, casual dinners, or volunteer opportunities. For more information, contact Katherine Massey: katherinedmassey@gmail.com
Tabitha Circle
Tabitha Circle is 1 of the 3 mission circles of the United Women in Faith. Tabitha Circle is mostly newly retired women plus working women. We meet on the third Monday night of the month at the church or at a mission site and usually eat together at our meetings, enjoying fellowship through service. For more information, contact Lynn Kauffman: lynnkauffman@bellsouth.net
Toma Dachi Circle
Toma Dachi is one of the 3 circles that are part of United Women in Faith, for senior ladies. The group name means “circle of friendship,” which is a perfect descriptor of this group. Toma Dachi meets in the Lounge on the first Tuesday of the month, September through May (except for January). For more information, contact Judy Wooldridge: judith.a.wooldridge@gmail.com