Special Interest Groups
RUMC RIDERS: Small Group for Motorcycle Riders
A small group for motorcycle riders is forming at RUMC. We are looking for adventurous, free spirits who love to ride motorcycles on country back roads of Northern Georgia, Western North Carolina and Central Tennessee while using our senses to enjoy God’s beauty and scenery as we ride. We will meet periodically (usually on a Saturday morning) to have fellowship, devotion and then mount our steel horses to traverse the country side. Since the longevity of any biker’s ride is directly proportional to the amount of fuel available (gas in their bikes and food in their stomachs), many of our rides will require a rest stop at some out of the way eatery somewhere along one of those country roads in order for both bikers and motorcycles to refuel. If you have a street legal motorcycle, are an adventurous sort, love to ride, love to eat, love to enjoy God’s beauty from the seat of a motorcycle, and love to be in the company of a slightly eccentric and eclectic group of folks, then the Small Group for Motorcycle Riders is meant for you. Contact Keith Kenney, kkenney1073@gmail.com or 678-938-1386.
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RUMC Ladies Night Out
Saturday, March 30th
We will be meeting at Fresh to Order at 6 PM or meet at church to carpool at 5:30 PM. Movie selection to be determined at dinner. For more information, contact Suzanne Courtney at 423-762-7032 or suzcourtne1@aol.com
United Methodist Women
March 7th at 7 PM Thursday, in the parlor.
The organized unit of Ringgold United Methodist Women shall be a community of women whose PURPOSE is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church. UMW has three circles that meet monthly.
Contact Nancy Davis at (706)965-3534/ nh30721@catt.com Hope Circle: http://hopecircle.shutterfly.com
United Methodist Men
Saturday, March 9th, Breakfast 8:45 AM (the 2nd Saturday of each month) in the Gym.
The mission of the General Commission on United Methodist Men is to assist men to know Jesus Christ, to serve Him, to grow spiritually and seek daily to do His will. UMM meet for breakfast on Feel free to call Michael Clark at (706) 764-0082 if you have any questions.
Young Adult Group
We are a group of 18-30(ish) year old ladies and gents. We try to hang out about once a month and have dinner and play games. We are all different; some single, married, students, educators, business people… the list goes on. We are a fun group to be around and there is never a dull moment. Please feel free to contact Katie Thompson if you are interested in joining in on our fun! 423-653-0287 Katie510@ymail.com
Young Adult Ladies Small Group
This group meets every Thursday night at 7 pm. We are currently a group of 20 somethings who have begun our careers. We often do an Andy Stanley DVD lesson on a range of different topics dealing with the matter of the heart. Most importantly we provide love and support to each other. We occasionally have dinner together or take our group outdoors. If you are looking for an intimate small group and you are a female, we would love for you to join us! Contact Katie Thompson @ 423-653-0287 or katie510@ymail.com
Bike Group
RUMC Bike Group is about having fun and finding Christ through all the beauty and wonders of the outdoors while enjoying physical exercise. If you are interested in cycling we would love to have you. For more information contact Jeff Brown @ (423) 827-3597 jtbrown@catt.com
49ers
The 49ers are an active group of senior adults. Anyone 49 or older is encouraged to fellowship with our group. We have a good time, learn some things and support several Church activities. For more information contact cturner@catt.com or 423-503-7828.
Quilters
This is a small group of ladies who get together and use their special talents to create wonderful masterpieces. You can see one of their beautiful creations hanging in the lobby area at the back entrance. Contact Margaret Watkins at (706) 935-2749 or mjwatkins@catt.com for more information.
Recovery Ministry
RUMC is actively pursuing the potential of a brand new Recovery Ministry for our community. It would be a
Christ-centered, Biblically-grounded recovery program that’s based on the 12 steps and the proven principals of AA, NA and Al Anon that restores the lives of individuals and/or their family members suffering from addictions and/or emotional distress.
If you would like to hear more about it or be added to the list of “people who are interested in being a part of such a ministry” contact Jennifer McSpadden. Her cell # is 423-255-9922 and her email is Jennifer@pieslingers.com.
You are also invited to come on a field trip to experience the kind of ministry we might create. There will be two opportunities: Thursday nights of Jan 3rd or 24th. Jennifer can fill you in on the details. On Saturday, Jan 26th at about 11 AM, our Church Council and other leaders will hear a presentation about how we might move forward – this is an open meeting that you are welcome to attend. Please be in prayer that we will follow God’s lead in yet another exciting and needed endeavor to love on his people!