Why Life Groups?
Men's Life Groups
Men and Meats
When: Mondays at 7:00 PM
Where: The Bearded Pig (1224 Kings Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207) and Zoom
Who: Men, all ages
Leader: Carlton DeVooght
Description: A group of guys who are a bit tentative to join a small group or are new to the idea. Our first meeting and the first meeting of each month will be at The Bearded Pig. The rest will be on Zoom.
Baxter Boys-Faith Builders
When: Mondays at 7:00 PM
Where: SUMC's Family Life Center
Who: Men, all ages
Leader: Dale Tedder
Description: We are seeking to become the men God has called us to be – in our homes, workplaces, and community, through discussing Scripture, enjoying spiritual fellowship, and praying for one another.
Baxter Boys-Developing Disciples
When: Wednesdays at 6:30 AM
Where: John Singleton's office (Watson Realty- 5443 San Jose Blvd)
Who: Men, all ages
Leader: Dale Tedder
Description: We are seeking to become the men God has called us to be – in our homes, workplaces, and community, through discussing Scripture, enjoying spiritual fellowship, and praying for one another.
Women's Life Groups
Study Sisters
When: Sundays at 6:00 PM
Where: Southside UMC, Discovery Classroom (2nd floor of Education Building)
Who: Women, all ages
Leader(s): Linda Power
Description: Women gathering to learn from each other and grow together...whether or not you've completed the homework!
Joy Collective
When: Mondays at 9:30 AM
Where: SUMC's Family Life Center
Who: Women, all ages
Leader(s): Leslie DeVooght
Description: Women of all ages sharing a little faith, love, and laughter as we journey with Jesus through life.
Hope Collective
When: Mondays at 12:00 PM
Where: SUMC's Family Life Center
Who: Women, all ages
Leader(s): Leslie DeVooght
Description: Women of all ages sharing a little faith, love, and laughter as we journey with Jesus through life.
Fearlessly Seeking
When: Mondays at 6:30 PM
Where: SUMC's Family Life Center and Zoom
Who: Women, all ages
Leader(s): Susan Martin
Description: An uplifting six week study of strong women from the Bible, and the role they played in Christ's journey to the cross.
Co - Ed Life Groups
Cornerstone
When: Sundays at 9:00 AM
Where: Online (Zoom)
Who: Co-Ed, all ages
Leader(s): Dale Tedder
Description: Growing in our faith by discussing Scripture, enjoying spiritual fellowship, and praying for one another.
Asbury
When: Saturdays at 10:00 AM
Where: Southside UMC's Chapel
Who: Co-Ed, all ages
Leader(s): Ann Sauer
Description: This is a large class that sings, prays, and studies God's word together. This Sunday School Class formed in 1971 for the purpose of sharing God’s word and love.
Discovery
When: Sundays at 10:10 AM
Where: Southside UMC, Discovery Classroom (2nd floor of Education Building)
Who: Co-Ed, empty nesters & hip grandparents
Leader(s): Barry Henry
Description: Scripturally based, open discussion, fostering Christian community and outreach.
Life Together
When: Sundays at 11:00 AM
Where: Southside UMC, SALT Classroom (2nd floor of Education Building)
Who: Co-Ed, all ages
Leader(s): Christa & Josh Crapps
Description: A safe, loving and gentle place where we can grow together in God’s word and encourage one another to learn, love and LIVE Jesus.
Landing Spot
When: Sunday mornings at 11:00 AM
Where: SUMC's Family Life Center (Center)
Who: Co-Ed, all ages
Leader(s): Ian Stake
Description: Come as you are! Discussion based small group, sharing thoughts about the Sunday morning sermon.
Walk Through the Bible
When: Sundays at 4:00 PM
Where: Zoom
Who: Co-Ed, all ages
Leader(s): Robbie Parks
Description: Walk Through The Bible- is an indepth study of Scriptures from Genesis to Revelation.
Bible Believers
When: Mondays at 11:00 AM
Where: SUMC's Chapel
Who: Co-Ed, all ages
Leader(s): Dale Tedder
Description: Growing in our faith by discussing Scripture, enjoying spiritual fellowship, and praying for one another.
Friends Life Group
When: Sundays at 10:00 AM
Where: SUMC's Asbury Classroom
Who: Adults with Intellectual or Developmental Differences
Leader(s): Sarah Troup
Description: A group of adults with IDD who gather for fun and discussion of the sermon. All are welcome to join this fun group who teach us about their gifts and abilities!
Choir/Handbell Life Group
When: TBA
Where: Southside UMC
Who: Co-Ed, all ages
Leader(s): Darren Dailey
Description: A group of people passionate about music who help lead worship at the traditional service.
Inwood Life Group
When: Sundays 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Where: Southside UMC, Inwood House
Who: Co-Ed, all ages
Leader(s): Debbie Dawson & Anthony Sutton
Description: A group of couples and singles, with elementary schoolers through teenagers, supporting each other in our spiritual/parenting lives and anything in between.
Salt Class Life Group
When: Sundays 10:00 AM
Where: 2nd Floor, Education Building
Who: Co-Ed, all ages
Leader(s): Vicki Peterson
Description: Discussion of that morning's message.
Faith and Family
When: Sundays at 11:00 AM
Where: SUMC's Family Life Center (San Jose 2)
Who: Co-Ed
Leader(s): Christina & David Couch
Description: A group for married couples raising kids in today's world.
Reflect and Refresh
When: Sundays at 11:00 AM
Where: Zoom
Who: Parents (married/single)
Leader(s): Meghan & Eric Waters and Joe & Tamarah Thames
Description: Join us after church to talk life, kids, and Lent. Let's get spiritually close while staying socially distant!
Takes a Village
When: Sundays at 11:00 AM
Where: Southside UMC, Discovery Classroom (2nd floor of Education Building)
Who: Parents of babies-elementary-aged kids (married/single)
Leader(s): Angie & Chip Cosper and Suzanne & Matthew Posgay
Description: Encouraging each other through different stages of parenting.
Grace Needed
When: Sundays at 10:00 AM
Where: Church Library, (above main office)
Who: Parents of teenagers (married/single)
Leader(s): Heather Gardener
Description: This group is for parents of teenagers to bond and pray together.
The Bridge
When: Tuesdays at 8:00 PM
Where: Online (Zoom) with occasional meetups
Who: Couples, 30-50
Leader(s): Sarah & Teddy Foster
Description: Keeping up with Christ between Sundays by reminding each other of God's daily presence even in the hustle and bustle of the week.
The Marriage Course
When: Tuesdays from 7:30-9:00 PM
Where: Zoom
Who: Married Couples, all ages
Leader(s): Rachel & Cody Barksdale
Description: A group to help each other navigate the modern relationship and build a strong marriage.
Children and Student Life Groups
Nursery
When: Sunday Mornings
Where: Southside UMC
Who: birth-3 years old
Leader(s): Mallory Blas & volunteers
Children's Life Groups
When: Sunday Mornings @ 11 AM
Where: Southside UMC, Children's Building
Who: 3 years old-5th grade
Leader(s): Angie Cosper & amazing volunteers
Student Life Groups
When: Sunday Mornings @ 11 AM
Wednesday Nights @ varying times
High School only Friday Morning @ 6:30 AM
Where: Southside UMC
Who: 6th-12th grade (broken down by grade and gender)
Leader(s): Amy Franks & youth counselors