Discipleship

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Disciple Bible Study, BEACH 101-401 series, Sunday School, short-term Bible studies and classes that address real life issues from a Biblical and practical perspective are offered continuously.  The purpose of these experiences is to help persons move from spectator level to mature commitment to Jesus Christ, and develop personal spiritual disciplines.     Participate as a leader or learner.

Meeting times: Weekends, weekdays, week nights

Contact: Pastor Carmen Johns at 904-249-2343

FAMILY/MARRIAGE MINISTRY

Courses are offered throughout the year that will enrich marriages, improve family communication, and increase parenting skills.  Family activities, such as the Advent Festival, are sponsored to give opportunity for fun times for families to enjoy.  Participate by assisting with special events, facilitating classes, and attending as learners.

Contact: Paul Larson

CROWN FINANCIAL

Crown is people equipping people worldwide to learn, apply and teach God’s financial principles so that they may know Christ more intimately, be free to serve Him, and help fund the Great Commission.  Take a class, teach children crown, or be a volunteer budget coach. 

Contact: Jan () & Mitch () Spence at 904-821-0079.

EARLY LEARNING CENTER

The Early Learning Center is a  ministry of our church in which young children of pre-school age can learn and grow in a fun, loving, Christian environment.   We talk about God's world and all that He has created, and about His love for each child.  Classes meet Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; Fulltime care is 7:30 a.m. - 5:45 p.m.

Contact:  Lynne Tyndall at 904-249-0124.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

This is a healing Ministry guided by Eight Recovery Principles found in the Sermon on the Mount along with Twelve Christ centered steps.  The road to recovery from any Hurt, Habit, or Hang-up is traveled together.  Through fellowship, Worship and small group sharing we are freed from our addictive, compulsive or dysfunctional behaviors as we deepen our relationship with Christ and others.  Volunteer as a small group leader, worship leader, member of the planning team, or helper with supplies or set-up.
Contact: Kristi Pritchett at 904-241-8169 or Mike Mehaffey at 904-207-0931.

RECOVERY MINISTRIES

In addition to Celebrate Recovery, we offer DivorceCare and GriefShare for persons who are going through these life experiences.  These 10-week seminars help persons find the unconditional, healing touch of Christ as they are given a new start in life.  Participate as a trained leader or a class participant.

Meeting time: Twice a year

Contact: Pastor Carmen Johns at 904-249-2343

SCOUTING

The purpose of Boy Scouts of America is to help boys ages 6-18 develop character, practice leadership skills, stay physically fit, and live good moral standards.  Our Cub Pack is the most active Pack around and our Scout Troop offers great opportunities.  Adult volunteers are needed as den leaders, troop advisors, merit badge counselors, religious award guides, and committee members.  You can make a difference in young lives!

Meeting time: Cubs meet on Tuesday evenings; Scouts meet on Thursday evenings

SINGERS BY THE SEA
This group of retired persons love to sing as they use their talents to bring joy to others. They practice weekly (except in summer) and give concerts for various groups in the community, including a Christmas and sprint concert at BUMC. The group is part of the Seniors-By-The-Sea organization which our church sponsors.
Meeting time: Thursdays at 9:30 a.m.
Contact: Becky Schumann at 904-285-6691

CHILDCARE
Nursery/Childcare for infants, toddlers and young children is provided for worship services, classes, Bible studies, and all church wide events.  A safe, loving environment is provided with loving, caring, well-trained workers whose goal is to provide good, quality care for the children so that parents can enjoy and be blessed by the services and classes.  Serve as a trained volunteer or staff member.
Contact:  Lynne Tyndall at 904-249-0124.