Our Adult Ministries are designed to prepare, challenge, and inspire women and men to a life of Christian discipleship. Our Sunday School classes, as well as information on our gender-specific ministries, can all be found in this section.

If you have a question or a suggestion about our Adult Ministries, please contact Carolyn McGee.

Adult Sunday School

Sunday School classes meet year-round, with studies beginning at various times during the year. You are invited to visit any group to simply observe, or you may join at any point in a study. Don't wait for a new study to begin – get connected today!

Faith Seekers Class: This adult class seeks to gain a better understanding of the Bible through knowledge and discussion. They choose current and classic studies and books for discussion. Meets in Room 208 at 8:30 am. 

Adult Fellowship Class: This class uses guided studies on various topics that run

At Charlottesville First United Methodist Church, we strive to provide programs where children and youth can experience God’s love in action and find guidance in sharing God’s Word with others. Our goal is to provide a loving and accepting environment.

Children’s Program

Through our Children’s Program, we hope to embrace the children and families of our congregation and show them God’s love. Our worship service includes a time for children to gather together in our sanctuary to receive a special message. Afterwards, they are invited to leave the sanctuary to continue with playful worship in small groups, where stories and activities are led by ministry staff and volunteers. Lessons change weekly, and are centered around a variety of age-appropriate Biblical messages and topics.

Additionally, the Nursery is open from 9:30-11:30 am on Sunday mornings. Parents can attend worship services and engage in fellowship while knowing that their children are being looked after by responsible, caring volunteers. We want you to feel comfortable, knowing that CFUMC is a safe place for the entire family to gather and

Charlottesville First UMC is dedicated to serving our community, starting right here! There are plenty of opportunities for those who want to serve within our congregation. The ministries and programs below are beneficial to our church community.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

The FUMC Youth program is a Biblically-based, safe place designed for students in grades 6-12 who have an interest in growing in their faith while at the same time want fellowship and want to have fun! Youth Group occurs several times per month on Sundays and we offer numerous opportunities for activities outside of church as well. The program is led by Dr. Dave Breslin and a team of dedicated volunteers. Dave and all volunteers have completed, and passed, a rigorous background check process as it is of the utmost importance to ensure our youth are surrounded by adults of positive impact and integrity.

Recent activities have included:

• Monthly Sunday evening gatherings for a pizza dinner, activities, and a message from the Bible

• Christmas Eve Party

• Fall kick-off family pool party

• Trips to Kings Dominion

• Overnight retreats

• Weeknight ZOOM Bible study

• Youth tailgate Sundays

• Serving in our weekly soup kitchen

• Worship nights with other Charlottesville Methodist church youth groups