Adult Programs

Adult Study

All the Good: A Wesleyan Way of Christmas

by Laceye C. Warner, Amy Valdez Barker, Jung Choi, and Sangwoo Kim

Sunday mornings starting November 28 at 9:00 a.m. in person at Crawford

“In All the Good: A Wesleyan Way of Christmas, a group of diverse Wesleyan scholars will take you on an Advent journey guided by the practices in John Wesley’s means of grace. John Wesley’s emphasis upon practices of piety and mercy—or good works—drew from the larger Christian tradition. Such practices are often referred to as means of grace.

“Each chapter guides participants through one of the four weeks of Advent by reflecting on biblical passages in light of an aspect of Wesleyan means of grace highlighted by illustrations and stories. Readers will look at preparing the way for God, the impact and significance of prayer, the substance of good works and caring for others, and sharing God’s mission to the world.”

– Cokesbury.com

For Sunday 11/28: Read the Introduction and Chapter 1, “Practicing Advent: Preparing the Way” (pages 9-44)

For Sunday 12/5: Read Chapter 2, “Praying in Advent” (pages 45-78)

For Sunday 12/12: Read Chapter 3, “Practices of Mercy: Embodying God’s Love for Others” (pages 79 – 98)

For Sunday 12/19: Read Chapter 4, “Christmas is Only the Beginning: God Sends the Church to the World” (pages 99 – 126)

Even if you’re unable to read the assigned passages prior to our meeting, please come on Sunday and be part of the discussion. If you’d like to join the study group, or if you need a copy of the book, please let us know in the church office (781-729-5056).

Small Groups

Crawford has several active small groups that meet weekly for conversation and devotion. All are welcome! If you are interested in a group (or groups!) please contact the church office at office@crawfordumc.org or 781-729-5056 for more details.

Women’s Prayer Group

Wednesdays at 6:30 am outside the church. Please join us for prayer and devotions using the Upper Room.

Men’s Group

Thursdays at 10:00 am, various locations. Please join us for prayer, devotions, and coffee.

Thursday Morning Small Group

Start your Thursdays with a cup of coffee with friends over Zoom at 8:00 am!

Join Zoom Meeting

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