Unity Groups
Wesley Memorial’s Unity Groups are intimate gatherings that provide participants with a place for fellowship, study, and support. The groups were created at various stages in the church’s faith life, both organically and through specific initiatives. Some groups have been meeting for more than 20 years. Some started last year. New Unity Groups are formed from time to time and ideas for new groups are welcomed. Contact afelton@wesleymemorial.org for more information or to express your interest in joining a new group.
Fish Unity Group
Meetings: Every Thursday at 3:30 p.m. at the River Landing Retirement Community in Colfax.
The Fish group consists of men, most of whom live at River Landing, home to a large group of Wesley members. Studies are Bible-based, employing study books and guides for the group’s edification. It is currently welcoming new members, both Wesley Memorial members and others in the community, into its “school”.
Contact: Gene Kester 336-848-8526
Great Day Unity Group
Meetings: Every Tuesday from 11:30 to 1:00 Wesley Memorial in the Media Center. No summer meetings.
The long-standing group includes 14 women, all in their 70's. The group’s studies are Bible-based with study guides. Outreach activities include assisting with funeral receptions and Wesley’s pillow ministry. Currently, this group is full, but the group is more than willing to mentor new unity groups.
Contact: Emilie Rogers 336-471-1678
4-H Unity Group: Happy Hearts with Helping Hands
Meetings: Meets monthly (location varies)
The 4-H group’s meetings include time for devotions, missions, or fellowship. The 4-H’ers also engage in regular outreach projects. Membership is limited to 12, symbolizing Jesus’ twelve Apostles. New groups emulating this model are encouraged and members will mentor.
Contact: Brenda Bradner 336-803-0850
Contemporary Unity Group
Meetings: Every Sunday immediately after Wesley Contemporary Service at 9:30 a.m.
The group’s focus is discussion of questions arising from the sermon in the proceeding worship service, as well as Bible verses and other content derived from the service. The group covers a broad demographic spectrum, including both men and women aged 50-80. This new group gladly welcomes visitors and new members. Drop by any time!
Contact: Al Henderson 336-689-9473
Second Story Unity Group
Meetings: Sundays at 6:30 p.m. in the Circle View Room at WMMC.
The group’s name comes from Patrick Morley’s book, Seven Seasons in a Man's Life.
The Second Story currently consists of five men, aged 50-70. The group has remained intentionally small over the years, valuing depth of connection and mutual support. It began in 2006. Over time, the group has enjoyed fellowship and study, and has shepherded several members through illnesses and end of life issues. The group welcomes new members.
Contact: Dan Smoak 336-905-0980
Seekers Unity Group
Meetings: Every Tuesday from 7-8 a.m in 3rd floor conference room at WMMC. Members are all men and of various ages. They enjoy a cup of coffee (bring your own!), fellowship, and traditional Bible study and discussion. This group is open to men of all ages.
Contact: Jim Holcomb 614-989-0138
Pineapple Unity Group
Meetings: Every Wednesday morning after Pastor Jeff Patterson’s Bible study in the fellowship hall. The groups meets in the small dining room next to the Fellowship Hall. No summer meetings.
Pineapple Unity is a group of 10-11 women in their 70's that has been meeting for more than 20 years. Outreach includes assisting with funeral receptions, and pillow ministry. Members are willing to mentor new unity groups emulating this model.
Contact: Susan Samuel 336-819-1482
Wednesday Night Men's Group
Meetings: Wednesday evenings at approximately 6:30 p.m., following WMMC Wednesday night dinners.
This group of men ages 25-45 functions as a classic “Wesleyan band,” emulating the type of small group fellowship and accountability created by the Wesley brothers in the 18th century. Those groups were the foundation for the Methodist movement. The group focuses on classic questions, but also study books of the Bible and Christian books.
Contact: Ed Cornwell 336-841-2566
WOW—Women of Wesley
Meetings: Every Wednesday (September – May) at 6:15 p.m. at the church in the downstairs youth area. No summer meetings.
This multi-generational group of 10 women has been in existence for 15 years. They welcome women of all ages to join them in a variety of studies. The size of the group varies from year to year and study to study.
Contact: Barbara Coughlin 336-414-6350
Blessed Beginnings: A Unity Group for Expecting, New & Preschool Moms
Meeting: First and Third Sundays of each month from 2–3:30 p.m. in the Circle View Room
Blessed Beginnings is a Bible study for expecting, new, and preschool moms that meets on the The group includes Bible study and discussion, complimentary childcare, prayer and support for moms, and fellowship with women who understand the joys and challenges of raising young children. Refreshments and resources for growing families are also provided; come as you are and leave encouraged.
Contact: Sarah Stevenson 336-848-6441
Couples Unity Group
Meeting: Sunday after the 9:30am service in the Circle View Room
This group is for married couples under the age of 45 who are looking to grow stronger in their relationship with each other and with Christ. Whether you’ve been married for one year or twenty, this is a space to connect with other couples in the same life stage, share real conversations, and walk through the joys and challenges of marriage—together.
We’ll be going through Paul David Tripp’s powerful book, Marriage: 6 Gospel Commitments Every Couple Needs to Make — a Christ-centered, practical, and deeply encouraging resource that will challenge and inspire us to love more selflessly, communicate more honestly, and build marriages that reflect the Word.
Contact: Abbigail Felton afelton@wesleymemorial.org
