Stress Busters, with Dr. Jim Meyer (a nationally-recognized expert in relationships and stress management), begins on Wednesday, March 26.

Every single one of us experiences stress!  And we all know too much stress – or managing it in less than healthy ways – can impact our lives.  So, let’s explore together some strategies for how to manage the negative effects of stress, gain some ideas on how to actually reduce our stress levels, and consider how to get the most benefits from the gift of time.

STRESS BUSTERS is part of an ABUNDANT LIVING SERIES.  This series of short programs are designed to help individuals and families get the most out of their lives, so that our lives are filled with meaning, purpose, joy and love.  For Jesus said … “I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.”  (John 10:10b  NRSV).

Jim Meyer is a snowbird from Missouri, who makes St. Pete First UMC his winter home.  Jim is a retired university professor, having taught for over 30 years focusing on family life education and child/family development.  He has been involved in church ministry with youth and families for over 40 years, and is a nationally certified Family Life Educator.   One of his passions is learning (he has an undergraduate degree in Christian education, Masters in Counseling and Child/Family Relationships, and PhD in Human Development and Family Studies).  His other passions are teaching, serving, working with families (along with going to the beach and playing pickleball!).

Sue Allen is leading a Wednesday morning women’s Bible study from 9:30-11 am in Room 208.

The Cross, a Life Guide Bible study by John Stott (meeting through 4/16)

Drawing on John Stott's classic book The Cross of Christ, these studies are designed to bring us to the heart of the cross with an understanding of what was accomplished there on our behalf and what it means to live under the cross: for our worship, our call to mission, our ability to love our enemies, and to face the perplexities of suffering.

The study guide includes lessons to be completed independently at home and on Wednesdays, we’ll gather for discussion.  

To reserve a study guide or for more information, contact: Sue Allen (sallen0903@gmail.com or 727-418-8155).

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Our focus — get to know Jesus better and grow closer to each other as we grow close to Christ. 

We are journeying through the Gospels, focusing on studying the life and teachings of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We are currently studying the Book of Luke.  After Luke, we will go on to Mark, then Matthew.  We try hard to determine during every session… what does it say…what does it mean…and what does it mean to me — a life application?

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