Connect

"A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back- to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken." Ecclesiastes 4:12 NLT

We need each other. More than that, we like each other. Here are a few of the many ways that you can connect with other people at Burns Memorial.

MONDAYS

Monday Movers -- this group of hardy individuals meets in the Family Life Center at 10 am Monday to do an hour of talking, all the while walking loops around the gym. Cooled in the summer, heated in the winter, it is a great place to exercise. Several also do chair exercise. We are also looking into incorporating some Tai Chi!

Woman of the Flame -- this group of ladies' alternates between having a lunch out and meeting at a member's home to study and pray.

Methodist Men -- Grilled porkchops are a staple of this men's fellowship group, meets on the 4 th Monday night each month. We also put on the yearly Valentines Banquet! We also grill chickens, hams, turkeys, etc. And look for the men to be taking over the choir every 5 th Sunday worship service.

TUESDAYS

Breakfast Club -- Once a month several members gather at Ruth's Family Restaurant on Washington Road for an 8 am breakfast. We discuss all the news of the world, and John Laughton usually shares a joke or two.

LaTane Kirkley Circle -- Named for one of the saints of the church, this group alternates between a lunch out and a study and prayer time at the church. They also have a wonderful Christmas Dinner every year at Calvert's.

WEDNESDAYS

Bible Study - Pastor John teaches a weekly Bible Study. It is well attended and involves video clips and group discussion. Currently we are on the gospel of John. Prior Bible Study experience not required.

Lunch with Friends -- This group meets on the 4th Wednesday of the month to eat out and socialize. Different restaurant every month. It's fun. Call Joyce to make reservations.

Choir Practice -- We are blessed to have a small but dedicated choir, under the direction of Mike Kelly -- who is also our church pianist. Practice is Wednesday at 5 PM, and we gather at 10:35 Sunday mornings to prepare for the 11 AM Worship Service. If you love to sing, have a love for God, and some patience for other people, we would love to have you sing with us!

Family Night Supper -- the 3rd Wednesday each month we enjoy a church supper together, cooked by Michelle and friends, it is always a nice time of food and fellowship.

THURSDAYS

Bible Study -- Pastor John repeats the same weekly Bible Study, except this group meets at 5 pm. If one time doesn't work for you, the other should!

Augusta Gardens -- the Worship Team conducts a Chapel Service for a nearby nursing home on the 3rd Thursday each month at 10 am. Singers, speakers, and helpers always welcome!

SUNDAYS

Sunday School -- the Fellowship Sunday School Class meets at 9:30 Sunday Mornings. Mike Drake is the class president, Bill Williams the teacher, they follow the standard Methodist material, and it is a great class!

Worship Service -- the entire Burns community meets to worship in the sanctuary at 10:55 am Sunday mornings. This service is also livestreamed to our Facebook Page for those unable to attend.

Fellowship Lunches -- Every 5th Sunday (happens 4 times a year), we enjoy a wonderful Fellowship Lunch together in the Family Life Center. Normally the church provides the meat, and participants are invited to bring side dishes to share. It is usually very well attended. Put it on your calendar and bring a friend!

A church is not a building, it is a community of people gathered together to love and serve God together and to love one another. You are invited and welcomed to join in any or all of the events listed above. Look at the list and find a way to connect!