DUMC's Small group ministry helps individuals find a church family, get to know others and be known, learn, pray, and grow in faith to serve. God designed us to live in community, and we weren’t meant to do life alone.
Small Group ministry
DUMC is an inclusive faith community where ALL are welcome and encouraged to participate—regardless of sexual preference, race, religion, or social status.
– Small groups provide a place where each and every person can belong and grow with others who share common interests and values.
– Small groups encourage people’s desire to grow in relationship with one another and with Jesus.
– Small groups invite Christ into our lives.
“For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” – Matthew 18:20 (New International Version)
We are always looking to grow our small group ministry and start more groups, so if you have an idea or would like to start (or lead) a small group, please contact Pastor Paul.
– Small groups provide a place where each and every person can belong and grow with others who share common interests and values.
– Small groups encourage people’s desire to grow in relationship with one another and with Jesus.
– Small groups invite Christ into our lives.
“For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” – Matthew 18:20 (New International Version)
We are always looking to grow our small group ministry and start more groups, so if you have an idea or would like to start (or lead) a small group, please contact Pastor Paul.
nourish
wesley class
(Adult christian education)
Congregational Care Team
one Saturday per month | 4:30-6:30 pm
(Return date TBD)
DUMC’s Worship & Youth Center
How we gather:
Nourish exists to nourish your body (with a potluck dinner) and your soul (with God’s Word). We will be looking at the Beatitudes that Jesus gave in His Sermon on the Mount and discussing how we can live “the good life” by striving to make them the rhythm of our lives.
We hope that you will join Pastor Paul and Elise on the first Saturday of each month (unless otherwise noted) for this nourishing small group.
Open to everyone. Families welcome. Childcare provided. Bring a dish.
Sign-up HERE to bring a dish of your choice.
We hope that you will join Pastor Paul and Elise on the first Saturday of each month (unless otherwise noted) for this nourishing small group.
Open to everyone. Families welcome. Childcare provided. Bring a dish.
Sign-up HERE to bring a dish of your choice.
Current Study
Current Study: “The Good Life” by Dr. Derwin L. Gray
Sundays | 9:00-10:00 am | DUMC’s Room 2
Mondays | 1:00-2:30 pm | DUMC’s Room 2
How we gather:
The Wesley Class is led by various group members, each doing so for one month at a time. The first 15-minutes are spent in fellowship, followed by 45-minutes of class study and discussion. We close with prayer concerns and The Lord’s Prayer. Wesley attendees have one social/fellowship event each month. Participants range in age from the 40s to the 90s, with high school and college students occasionally sitting in.
Everyone is welcome, and we would love to have you be part of the journey. Please join us for Bible study and conversation on Sundays at 9:00 am and monthly social outings.
Everyone is welcome, and we would love to have you be part of the journey. Please join us for Bible study and conversation on Sundays at 9:00 am and monthly social outings.
How we gather:
This group meets weekly for a brief devotional/study, and to pray for the needs of our congregation.
NSGT
(Nameless Small Group of Troublemakers)
Small Group @
Frikke-Schmidt’s & Steward’s
Pastor Paul’s
Online Bible Study
Mondays | 6:00-7:30 pm | DUMC’s Room 22
How we gather:
Everyone is welcome!
Current Study
Current Study: The Chosen, Season 3 (begins on 3/17)
Sundays | 9:00-10:00 am | DUMC’s Room 2
Tuesdays | 6:00-7:00 pm | Microsoft teams
How we gather:
This group rotates between two different homes of current group members.
Current Study
Current Study: Romans, chapter by chapter
How we gather:
If you’ve ever found yourself wanting to be a part of a small group or Bible study but you can’t ever seem to find the time in the craziness of life to make it work, then this small group is perfect for you because you don’t even have to leave your house!
Everyone is welcome!
Everyone is welcome!
Current Study
Current Study: "He chose the nails” by Max Lucado
Pastor Sunil’s
Wednesday Morning Bible Study
Young Adult Online Small Group
Midweek Seekers
Wednesday | 10:00-11:30am | DUMC’s Room 2
How we gather:
You can sign up in the lobby or through the eConnections newsletter to let us know you’re coming. Everyone is welcome!
Current Study
Questions I dared ask the pastor
Wednesday evenings at 6:00 pm
Wednesdays | 6:30-8:00 pm | DUMC's Room 2
How we gather:
We are working on starting up a small group for young adults that will meet online, Wednesday evenings from 6:00 – 7:00 pm. The reason we are going the online route is so that we all can get together no matter where we are in the world (e.g., school, living out-of-state, or right here in Doylestown, but you don’t want to leave your house). Our meetings will include video-based studies and discussion about topics that are relevant to real life. Adulting is hard, but life is better when we figure it out together. We hope you will check out this group and grow together in the community.
This group will likely begin in November (stay tuned for a start date) and will be led by Prerna BalaEddy and Pastor Paul. Here is a video from Prerna introducing herself and explaining a little more about the group, what we’ll be discussing, and more.
This group will likely begin in November (stay tuned for a start date) and will be led by Prerna BalaEddy and Pastor Paul. Here is a video from Prerna introducing herself and explaining a little more about the group, what we’ll be discussing, and more.
Current Study
Contact Pastor Paul for details
How we gather:
Everyone is welcome!
Current Study
Sermon-based discussion
Book Discussion Group
pins& needles
4th Sunday of each month @ 4:00 pm
(3:00 pm during the winter months)
DUMC’s Room 2
How we gather:
The Book Discussion Group reads and discusses books that, while not overtly Christian, offer insight into the world as it exists. This helps us understand how to follow the teachings of Jesus in that world. In choosing titles, we attempt to include selections from diverse cultures, different points of view, and a variety of time periods. We welcome new members and are always open to suggestions for good books.
Current Read
"The net beneath us" by Carol Dunbar
Fridays | 9:30-11:30 AM | DUMC’s Room 2
How we gather:
If you enjoy knitting and other needle crafts, this group is for you! We meet at the church to work on our projects and have fellowship with one another. Please feel free to join us whenever you are able. Beginners welcome!
Current Study
Contact Pastor Paul for details
women's groups
We offer many different opportunities for women to get involved in the life of the church. Whether you want to find fellowship, service opportunities, grow in your faith, or all of those—there is a place for you. If you don't find what you are looking for, reach out to Pastor Paul; we always have something new in the works!
Unfiltered
Pampered by Grace
The Joy Crew
Sundays | 6:00-7:30 pm | DUMC's Room 2
How we gather:
Unfiltered is our weekly women’s Bible study, focusing on the modern struggles and joys of being a Christian—and overall adulting. Together, we will take an unfiltered look into the women of the Bible and discovering how we can find peace in the world around us.
Current Study
"The no-homework women's bible study: group hug" by Christine Tate
Sundays | 6:30-8:30 pm | DUMC's Room 22
Tuesdays | 6:00-7:00PM | dumc's parking lot
How we gather:
Join us as we explore the different types of prayer to deepen your conversations with God. Pampered By Grace welcomes all women who desire to grow in faith. Study starts February 16th and runs for 5 weeks. Workbook available through Amazon. Contact Laurie Lewis to register.
Current Study
The 28-day prayer journey: enjoying deeper conversations with god by Chrystal Evans Hurst
How we gather:
This women’s small group meets in the DUMC Parking Lot, Tuesday evenings from 6:00 – 7:00 pm. This women's small group gathers to exercise both body and mind, seeking to worship and deepen our relationship with God. We walk together around the parking lot or nearby neighborhoods, discussing and memorizing Bible verses focused on joy. Our goal is to grow closer to one another while drawing nearer to God.
Breakfast & Blessings
Reflections
“Let’s Talk About God”
2nd Tuesday of each month | 8:30 am
DUMC’s Room 2
How we gather:
This women’s small group meets at DUMC on the 2nd Tuesday morning of each month at 8:30 am in Room 2. We gather for breakfast, fellowship, and support. This group consists primarily of women from the Wesley Class, but it is open to all women. Each gathering offers an opportunity for meaningful connection through devotion, sharing life updates, and offering prayer for one another. We warmly welcome others to join us for a time of encouragement, community, and Breakfast & Blessings!
Tuesdays | 7:00-8:30 pm | DUMC’s Room 2
Thursdays | 10:00-11:30 am | DUMC’s Parlor
How we gather:
Women of all ages meet weekly to enjoy social time together, small group discussion, spiritual growth, Bible study (many of us are new to the Bible), and prayer support. All women and newcomers are always welcome!
Current Study
The Chosen, season four
How we gather:
Various topics discussed, all relate to God and faith. This informal gathering exists to focus on God and our relationship with God as we share Bible and devotional passages that have impacted us in some way. We strive to listen carefully to one another, ask questions, share our insights, and get to know one another better. Then we share prayer requests and pray in comfortable fellowship. If you are interested but unable to attend every week, please feel free to come when you can.
men's groups
We gather as men in Christ, to study the Word and offer support to one another as we attempt to figure out the puzzle of balancing our faith, families, and careers. These are small, vital fellowships of men desiring to walk closer with God.
DUMC Men's group
Wednesday evenings | 7:30-8:30 pm | DUMC’s Room 10
How We Gather:
This Men’s group works through various studies by authors such as John Eldridge, N.T. Wright, Henry Blackaby, Dr. David Jeremiah, and others.
Current Study:
A praying life by Paul e. miller
