Rise @ FUMC Madison

Who are we?

We are a group of young adults of First Church. That is…

• no fixed age, but roughly after undergrad and before children (20s-30s)
• members and friends of First United Methodist Church in Madison, WI
• people looking for connections and community in the midst of busy lives

Like the church building itself, the young adult group is undergoing some structural changes. We are trying to adapt our ministry to the needs and lifestyles of those who would like to be part of this group. We’ve been listening, and this is what we have heard so far:

• Every week is probably too much…
• But many people really want to continue meeting.
• Some folks especially want fellowship,
• And some are looking for spiritual growth.
• Most of us like some variety, and
• Everybody likes snacks.

Grand Opening

Beginning in September, YA is going to meet monthly on the fourth Wednesday night at 7:00 p.m. downstairs in the new youth room. We plan to rotate leaders and snack-bringers. The program for the night will be up to the leaders, but we have lots of ideas to share. It could be a movie/TV show/music and conversation, or a topic (or guest speaker) for discussion, a service project, an outdoor activity and devotion, a traditional reading and lesson, a seasonal event, or just about anything else!

Fall Lineup

Here are our plans for the upcoming fall semester. Look for more details as each event approaches.

September 26 movie & conversation Leaders: Ben & Allison Eyring-Green
October 24 songs & s’mores around the campfire Leaders: Chris & Elissa Jones
November  Service opportunity  Leader: Becky Hoyt
*December 19 Christmas party Leader: Sonja Paar

*In December we'll meet on the third Wednesday

We hope you will be with us to enjoy each evening in Christian community that combines faith, friends, and food. Whether you can make it to one gathering or all of them, we look forward to seeing you – and each night is “free-standing,” so you can never fall behind.

Please join us!