Mid-Week

Mid-Week Spring 26 Session:

We are excited to be going through our Mid-Week Spring session at First Methodist Church of Ardmore! This semester, we will be offering one class on Practicing The Way after our shared meal. Here's everything you need to know:

Weekly Schedule:

5:15 PM – Kids Check-in

6 weeks old- Prek: Nursery Department
Kindergarten-5th grade: Fellowship Hall

Location: Main Building

5:30 PM – Dinner

6 weeks old- Prek: Nursery Department
Kindergarten-5th grade: Fellowship Hall
6th-12th grade: Youth Room
Adults: CMC Room 133

6:00 PM – Class Begins

7:00 PM – Class end & Child Pick-up

Class:

Practicing the Way

Practicing the Way is a spiritual formation movement inspired by the teachings of John Mark Comer, inviting modern Christians to live in the rhythms of Jesus—not through striving, but through transformation.

At the heart of this journey are nine core practices designed to cultivate inner rest, deepen our relationship with God, and shape us into the people Jesus invites us to become.

The Nine Practices

Sabbath – Resting in God’s presence and resisting the culture of hurry
Simplicity – Ordering our lives around what truly matters
Silence & Solitude – Creating space to hear God’s voice
Fasting – Training our desires and dependence on God
Prayer – Communing with God in daily life
Scripture – Being formed by God’s Word
Living in Community – Following Jesus together
Generosity – Practicing open-handed living
Hospitality – Welcoming others with Christ-like love

These practices are not about earning salvation, but about becoming more like Jesus. Together, they help us slow down, find quiet, connect deeply with God and others, and resist the distractions of our fast-paced world.

Session Dates:

January 14th – Opening Worship Night
January 21st– Session 1
January 28th– Session 2
February 4th– Session 3
February 11th– Session 4
February 18th- Ash Wednesday
February 25th– Session 5
March 4th– Session 6
March 11th– Session 7
March 18th- Spring Break
March 25th– Session 8
April 1st– Closing Worship Night

We Look Forward to Seeing You!

Come connect, grow in faith, and experience community with us this semester! Whether you're new to First Methodist or a long-time member, our Mid-Week fall session is a great way to engage with others and deepen your relationship with God.