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Discipleship & Small Groups

As we know, grow and show Christ’s love for the world, Mentor UMC offers you the chance go deeper in your walk with Christ and connect with others on the journey. Everyone is on a path. At Mentor UMC we see God at work in every stage of your path and want to help you get on a deeper path of knowing God and others.



If you would like to be part of a group that uses fellowship to draw closer to Jesus and to encourage one another in our faith walk, get in touch with Pastor Tammy! Call the church office or send her an email: 440.255.3496 ext 111 or tpalermo@mentorumc.org.

Current Groups:


New Beginnings
New Beginnings is more than a class—it’s an open invitation to explore faith, community, and belonging at Mentor United Methodist Church. Whether you are ready to join, still discerning, or simply curious, this is a safe and welcoming space to ask questions and discover what it means to be part of the Methodist tradition and our church family. Learn more and register here.

Church Bible Study
ALL are invited to join us in the Gallery at 12:30 PM on Sunday, September 13th for a Whole Church Bible Study. This group meets quarterly after worship. All are welcome!

StrengthsFinder
This five-week course allows you learn what your strengths are and how to best use them in every area of life. There are THREE available Fall sessions. Find the dates and register online here.

Pre-Undoing Conquest
Join Pastor Tammy in a five-week course engaging with Dr. Kate Common's historical and theological work. This group meets in Room 112 AND online on Mondays at 7 PM: September 21, 28, October 5, 12, and 19. Reach out to Pastor Tammy for details.

Paradise by Toni Morrison Study
Join others in reading Toni Morrison's 1997 novel Paradise as part of the year-long celebration of Toni Morrison across the state of Ohio. Questions, reach out to Kenna Tanner.

Hiking Group
Bill Mueller leads a weather-permitting hiking group on Saturdays at 10 AM at North Chagrin Reservation with the study book I Have Loved You: on Love for The Poor by Pope Leo. This book is available at Cokesbury.com and Amazon for $14.29.

Young Adult Group
Young Adults (post High School to 35 years old), are invited to join us for discussion and snacks on Tuesdays at 6 PM in the Youth Room. We are currently reading Soil and Spirit: Cultivation and Kinship in the Web of Life by Scott Chaskey. Newcomers welcome!

Gaming Group
Join this Intergenerational group on Wednesdays from 5:30-9:30 PM in the Youth Room to play Dungeons & Dragons (no experience necessary). If there is another game you are interested in seeing at MUMC, get in touch with Mackalyn.

The Men's Breakfast Club
All men are invited to join our Men’s Breakfast Club which meets every Thursday at 8:00 AM at Market Street Family Restaurant, 8450 Market Street, Mentor (across from Ollie’s Bargain Outlet). On the first of the month, the wives join!

The Women’s Breakfast Club
Women's Breakfast Club meets the first Thursday of each month at the same restaurant as Men's Breakfast, Market Street Family restaurant. It is a great way to get to know your church family and stay connected during the week.

Disciple Bible Studies
Disciple IV: The Rhoads lead this group on Tuesdays at 7 PM in the Conference Room. Prerequisite is having completed Disciple I. To join, reach out to Pastor Tammy.
Martin Journey Group
New folks are welcome to join & should contact Barry or Johanna with any questions: johannamartin@sbcglobal.net They are currently studying, Why Did Jesus Have To Die by Adam Hamilton on Sundays at 10 AM in the Conference Room.

Carr Journey Group
Sally Carr leads a group on Mondays at 10 AM and 6:30 PM. These groups are currently FULL.

McFadden/Patterson Group
Led by Lindsay McFadden and Sue Patterson, this group meets at 9:30 AM on Mondays. They are open to newcomers.

Ring Group
Carole Ring leads a group o Tuesdays at 9:30 AM in the Conference Room. This is a hybrid group (online AND in-person) and they are welcome to newcomers. Contact Pastor Tammy or Carole Ring for details.

Vick Group
Led by Alan Vick, this group meets at 7:30 PM on Tuesdays. They are currently studying God and the Machine: Navigating Faith in the Age of AI and are open to newcomers.

Sadler Group
Robyn Sadler leads an offsite, once-a-month group that watches The Chosen together. Newcomers welcome.

Rocks Cry Out
If you are feeling led to be part of Rocks Cry Out, a group of people who want to explore the United Methodist Church’s Social Principles to take action, please email Pastor Tammy at tpalermo@mentorumc.org.

Book Club
All are invited to join the Book Club on the LAST MONDAY OF THE MONTH. We meet in the MUMC Library at 6 PM for about an hour. This Book Club is about sharing what each of us is reading individually. Chat about books and authors you've experienced in the last month! ANY genre, ANY themes! Everyone is welcome.

Writing Group
All ages and experience levels are welcome to join a new writing group that meets on the second Tuesday of the month. The first meeting is on Tuesday, September 8th at 7:30 PM.

Pickleball
Pickleball at MUMC will be on Tuesdays at 5 PM beginning September 15th. All skill levels welcome to meet us in the south parking lot. We have paddles for you to use.

MUMC Softball Teams
Join one of Mentor UMC’s softball teams! No rules on gender or church membership (friends are welcome)! Players must be 18+, but 16 & 17-year-olds are eligible if with a parent or guardian. Games are held at the Richmond Heights Community Park. Anyone interested contact Brian Bly: 440.463.7712 or email: -brianbly11@gmail.com. SEASON IS MAY - AUGUST
UWF
Standing for "United Women in Faith" the UW Faith coordinates church-wide educational opportunities the highlight how each of us can put our faith into action to share Christ's love with the world as well as small group gatherings specifically for women. To learn more or join, contact the church office.
Events


The Path of Discipleship

What is "The Path?" The goal of The Path is equip you to know God, love God, and serve God. The Path of discipleship will help you grow into a fully-devoted follower of Jesus Christ. Like every path it is different for everyone, it is a journey, a personal process of discovery, and a time to connect with the community... Read More

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