We believe that seekers and believers are both deeply loved by God, and therefore they are deeply loved by us. The following community-building opportunities exist for the benefit of both those inside the church and those outside of it as well. For any opportunities you may be interested in, please contact the church office.

At Second Avenue UMC we want everyone to be connected with others in important ways. We continue to explore how best to facilitate these connections through small group options.
Men’s Bible Study Group – Sunday morning at 9:30 in the Koinonia house; men of all ages who meet together for Bible Study and sharing
Kyros Women’s Group – Sunday morning at 9:30 in the Koinonia house; women of all ages who meet together for Bible Study and sharing
Mom’s Group – Sunday morning at 9:30 in the Koinonia house; young moms who meet together to learn and support one another; studying the book “A Hop Skip and a Jump through the Bible”
Sunday Night Men’s Group – every other Sunday night at 8 in a group member’s home; younger men who meet together for sharing and accountability
Sunday Night Women’s Group – every other Sunday night at 8:30 in a group member’s home; younger women who meet together for sharing and accountability; studying the book “Jesus, the Man who Loved Women”
Couples in their 20’s and 30’s – every other Tuesday night at 6:30 in a group member’s home; young couples who meet together to learn and share their lives; studying “The Jesus I Never Knew” by Philip Yancey
Never Alone – 2nd and 4th Friday of each month at the church at 5:30pm; a group of people of all ages who live alone and are seeking God centered fellowship with others
RIRC (Rejoice in Recovery with Christ) – every Saturday night following Elevation at the church; persons of all ages meeting together to support one another to overcome all types of addictions and habits; studying the Celebrating Recovery materials
Younger Ladies Small Group – alternating Sunday and Tuesday evenings at 8pm in a group member’s home; young ladies who meet together for sharing and accountability
SSS INC. (Sisters Standing Strong In Christ) – 1st and 3rd Friday of each month at the church at 6:30pm; a group of women of all ages who meet together to learn and share their lives
R.O.C.K. Small Group – every Wednesday night after the R.O.C.K.; those serving at the R.O.C.K. who meet to encourage one another and be in prayer
Divorce Care Support Group - Divorced? Separated? You don't have to go through it alone. At Divorce Care, you will become part of a small support group of people who are also experiencing separation and divorce. You'll meet others who understand what you are feeling and who will be able to offer you encouragement. You are welcome to begin attending the DivorceCare group on any week. Each session is "self-contained" and you can continue throught the next cycle to view any topics you have not seen.
Please contact Jen Harry at 943-2072 or jenniferrharry@hotmail.com for more information.

The ROCK (Reaching Out for Christ's Kids) - This after school program meets each Wednesday night from 4:30PM-7:00PM during the school year. This program has grown tremendously over the years and serves roughly 60-75 kids each week in K-12th grades. The R.O.C.K. provides recreation, learning, nutritional opportunities and fun.
Youth Ministry visit the YOUTH calendar for current events - Our youth are important. We have a committed team of youth counselors who meet each Sunday night from 6-8PM for times of recreation, prayer, learning, and sharing. Our youth also share in regular retreats, camping experiences, special service projects, and recreational opportunities.

Block Party - Each August we organize a community-wide block party. This event requires the help of the entire church body as it involves a yard sale, food for sale, baked goods sale, street games, silent auctions, and much much more.
Nurture and Senior Services - Each week various opportunities exist for our seniors, including a weekly Wednesday morning Bible study, Wednesday morning breakfast gatherings, and Thursday morning fellowship opportunities. We also encourage visitation teams for shut-ins, hospital patients, and those in need. Additionally, we provide meals to anyone in need, whether health-related or distress-related.
Witness/Outreach - This ministry team focuses on meeting, loving, and relating to our neighbors in meaningful ways. We attempt to share Christ through meaningful relationships.
Community Restoration - This team of individuals explores all of the "hands on" opportunities that can occur in our immediate community. Whether fix-up projects, clean-up projects, resource sharing, tutoring sessions, or simply meeting with our neighbors, this team helps us to live out Jesus in tangible ways with those who need a touch of Christ's love.
Lenten Dinners - Each Lenten season the church shares in Lenten dinners on Friday nights from 4:30PM-7PM. These dinners have become a local phenomenon in which hundreds of people from the community and the church come together to fellowship and to raise financial support our youth ministry.

Volley Ball - Tuesday during the fall and winter months in the gymnasium. Check with the church office for additional dates and details.
Basketball - Saturday mornings at 8am in the church gymnasium.
Softball - Join or support your Second Avenue team in the local area church league.