Our Programs

Dear Friend,

I’m immensely proud of Fairview United Methodist Church. I can honestly say we are trying to live out the love of Jesus Christ in these difficult days. We support each other as best we can, we try to serve our neighbors here and around the globe, we try to raise good kids and build healthy families. We are, in other words, regular people who found forgiveness and faith in gathering together on Sunday mornings.

Won’t you join us? Perhaps you need a Christian family just now. We can be that. Perhaps God has given you a job to do in this world. We would like to work along side you. Perhaps you have some love to share. Well, we need that love here.

Whatever you decide to do at this time in your life, may the Peace of Christ go with you.

Rev. Wiechel

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Each of our six adult Sunday School classes offers opportunity for Christian growth, fellowship, and a caring atmosphere. New Member Classes taught by Rev. Wagner are offered periodically. We also have four adult Discussion Groups that meet to examine issues of interest to Christians and for fellowship.

FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

We have an active and dedicated United Methodist Women group with five circles from which to choose. Family Ministries offer events throughout the year including an Outdoor Concert, a Church Picnic, the Blessing of the Animals, and Advent Family Night. The Senior Ministry focuses on retirees living at home or in retirement centers, providing support and social opportunities.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES

Fairview Church offers many opportunities for children. Sunday School classes are available at 9:45 a.m. for ages 2 through 6th grade. Other programs for children include Children’s Church during regular worship time twice a month, a children’s Fellowship, and Good News Club, on Thursday afternoons, and Vacation Bible School is held in the summer for ages 3-adult. We also offer Extended Session during worship for children 2-5.

MISSION and OUTREACH MINISTRIES

Fairview Church is a giving church. In addition to supporting missionaries in Liberia and Nepal, our People Taking Charge program provides classes that help women find employment and become self sufficient. Our Food Pantry serves approximately 90 families per month. At least 20 families receive food and shop for gifts at no cost at our Christmas Store. Our B-ASC program provides safe and loving before and after school care at a reduced cost. We are also part of the LEAD organization, which promotes social justice in our community.

YOUTH MINISTRIES

We offer Sunday School classes for grades 7-8 and 9-12 at 9:45 a.m. We also have an active Youth Fellowship for youth in grades 7-12. Confirmation Classes are offered each year for 6th graders. Contact the church office or Robert Gray, Jr., for more information.

BIBLE STUDY

The Bible is the basis of our faith. We provide several Bible Studies throughout the year. The Men’s Bible Study is an ongoing study covering a broad variety of topics. Disciple Bible Study (I-IV) and Christian Believer are offered upon enrollment. We also offer Short-Term Studies on a variety of topics, usually seasonally.

MUSIC MINISTRIES

At Fairview, music is a vital part of our worship and outreach. For adults we offer Chancel Choir, Chancel Bells, Joyful Ringers, Silver Bells, and Fairview Brass. For youth we have Chapel Ensemble and Chapel Bells. For children we have Carol Choir, Carol Bells, Orff Ensemble, and Music Experience. For more information, contact Barbara Gribler.

PASTORAL CARE

Our pastors are available for Pastoral Visits during illness or hospitalization. They are also available for Counseling from a Christian perspective and can make referrals, if necessary. Fairview’s Prayer Chains are very active. We also provide ongoing love and care to our members through Fairview Care, a team of lay people who are called to care for others. Call the church office to inquire about any of these ministries.