Welcome to Connections where you will find exciting ways to connect with one another and with God through small groups. Connections groups allow us to share, question, and dig deeper into our faith in ways that are not always possible during Sunday worship. These also provide the perfect opportunity to invite a friend, neighbor, relative or someone who is already part of the BUMC community to join you in a casual, relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Register today so that you don’t miss out on the fun!
Please click here for a printable version of this year's offerings, and contact Rev. June Tamburro with questions.
Re-Connect in Grace - NEW!
Leader: Rev. June Tamburro
Wednesdays 7:30-9:00 pm, at BUMC - Room 25
September 22, 29, October 6, 13
Have you missed gathering with friends for small group study? Join us this fall for an in person 4-week study on God’s grace. Meeting time will begin with fellowship and then explore the Wesleyan understanding of grace: prevenient, justifying, sanctifying and glorifying. Purchase suggested reading on Amazon https://amzn.to/3jhexpE
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ASK: Faith Questions in a Skeptical Age - NEW!
Leader: Rev. June Tamburro
Tuesdays 8-9 pm by Zoom
Oct 19, 26, Nov 2, 9
Do you have questions about your faith? Questions are good, and can challenge us to go beyond easy answers and grow in our walk with God. Join us as we explore some difficult questions like: Why is there suffering and evil? How can I believe in a God I can’t prove? Was the resurrection real? Why do Christians disagree about so many things? Purchase suggested reading on Amazon by clicking https://amzn.to/3yjnOE8
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Sunday Adult Group
Leader: Jen Schaber
Sundays 9-9:50 am, room 25
September 19-May 22
Join us Sunday mornings for a time to grow in faith and discuss how it impacts our everyday lives. Each week we will watch a video and engage in open group discussion. There is no reading for this class. This is a drop-in class so if you can't join us each week that's ok. All are welcome!
For those with children, this group will meet concurrently with Sunday school. The whole family is then invited to worship together at the 10 am service. Childcare will be provided for children 4 years and younger.
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Sunday Adult Group
Leader: Don and Kathy Schulz
Sunday 6:30 pm via Zoom
September 26-May
All are welcome to join us for various studies throughout the year. This September we’ll start with a study that explores what it means to be a Christian witness in today’s world through faith sharing and moral witnessing. We’ll use the book, “Bearing Witness in the Kin-dom” to guide our discussion. Purchase the book on Amazon https://amzn.to/3z8keNA.
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Men’s Discipleship Group
Beginning September 18
Held on alternating Saturdays via Zoom
10:00-11:00 am
September 18-May
Men of all ages are invited to drop in to this group for a time of fellowship and study. The group explores current topics of faith and science, theology and current events.
Contact Rev June to receive the Zoom link.
Tuesday Bible Study
Leader: Rev. June Tamburro
Tuesdays 10-11:30 am Fellowship Hall (zoom option)
September-June
Join friends old and new for an informal, drop-in style Bible study every Tuesday. Lively discussions, a supportive group, and a safe place to ask questions and share ideas make this a great place for you to come explore your faith, whether you are new to bible study or a seasoned student. All are welcome to come and join at any time. No weekly pre-reading.
Contact Rev June for more information.
Psalms and Prayers
Leader: Rev. Dr. Jennifer Cho
Thursdays 10:00-10:30 by Zoom
Ongoing
Join friends each week to reflect on one of the psalms and to share prayer time together. Drop in any time.
Please contact Rev. Jennifer to receive the Zoom link.
Cross and Needle
Leader: Jean Hart
Tuesdays 1:00-2:00, room 25
September – May
Do you love to knit, crochet or sew? Would you like to learn? Then bring your own projects or come to knit prayer shawls with the wonderful women of the Cross and Needle group. If you can’t attend the group but would like to knit prayer shawls please contact Jean Hart. All are welcome to drop in anytime.
United Methodist Women
United Methodist Women (UMW) brings women of the church together in study, fellowship, service, and to raise funds for global missions. Bridgewater UMC has three active UMW “circles.” These circles are small groups of women who meet regularly for fellowship and ministry. All women are welcome to visit or join one of the circles at any time.
Visit bridgewaterumc.org/united-methodist-women to learn more.
