Adult Ministries & Small Groups

Written By Susannah Pearson

We want everyone at Milledge Avenue to be part of a small group where they can feel loved, cared for, and belong. Small groups meet at a variety of times and locations. Subscribe to The Friday Flash for the most up-to-date information.

Lenten Study Opportunity:  The Last Supper

Experience Lent through the lens of Jesus's most powerful mealtime parables

This Lenten season, gather at the table with Jesus and his disciples to experience the journey from Palm Sunday to the cross through the stories that prepared the way.  Travel with Jesus on the road to Jerusalem in this six-week Lenten study that explores the parables and stories Jesus told at tables along the way to his final meal.


Through engaging biblical exploration and Willimon's characteristic storytelling wisdom, readers will:
- Discover how Jesus used meals to reveal the surprising nature of God's kingdom
- Explore how stories of mercy, invitation, and radical hospitality prepare us for Holy Week
- Understand why sharing bread and wine became the central ritual of Christian faith
- Experience Maundy Thursday's profound significance in fresh, meaningful ways

There are 2 different opportunities to participate in this study

* Mondays at 7:00 pm led by Nathan Byrd beginning February 23

* Wednesdays at 12:00 pm led by Ginny Dempsey beginning February 25

Each study will involve food/snacks, a short teaching video, and then discussion.

Here is an introductory video by Willimon that describes the study.

Disciples Sunday School Class

This group of adults focuses on current events with supporting scripture to guide discussion. If you are unable to attend in person, you can join the class online via Zoom.

  • When: 10:00am on Sundays

  • Where: Room 221 (Education Wing)

  • Facilitator: Tom Rodgers

Women’s Small Group

All women, whatever your age or season of life, are invited to join this small group just for women.

  • When: 10:00am on Sundays

  • Where: Room 220 (Education Wing)

  • Facilitator: Martha Moore

Coffee and Conversation

If you are looking for an alternative to traditional Bible Study, join us for an hour of laid-back fellowship with coffee and baked goods.

  • When: 10:00am on Sundays

  • Where: Gathering Room

Milledge Adult Gatherings

Our Middle Adult Gathering is a group geared toward the post-Young Adult crowd who may be in the next stage of their adult life. We imagine the group to be 30 and 40-somethings, but it’s not entirely age-bound. We see this as a space to gather, hang out, and just get to know each other.

  • Next Gathering: TBD

  • Location: TBD

  • Facilitator: Leia Berry

Prayer Wraps Ministry

Anyone who crochets, knits, quilts, or wants to learn is invited to join this group that creates "Prayer Wraps" to be given to anyone who needs comforting.

  • When: Every third Thursday at 10:30am

  • Where: Conference Room

  • Facilitator: Trina Berry

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