Find Your People,
Grow Your Faith

Welcome to the new face of Small Groups at FUMCT! We believe that life is meant to be lived in community, which is why we are expanding our ministry in 2026 to offer you more flexibility and more opportunities to connect.

Join a Group

Below, you will find a directory of our current open groups. This includes our traditional Wednesday Night gatherings (dinner from 5–6 pm, groups from 6–7 pm, Jan 14–March 11), as well as new groups meeting at various times and locations throughout the week.

Sundays

  • We are made up of young parents, couples and singles who study how the teachings of Scripture apply to our lives. Our goals include studying the Bible together, creating pathways for support and fellowship outside of class, and serving others through missions. Our curriculum varies in style, subject, delivery, and leaders from one study to the next.

  • We are a class of adults (approximately fifty-five and up) who are seeking to grow in their faith. To do so, we rely on a discussion-based format primarily utilizing Cokesbury's Adult Sunday School Quarterly Curriculum. We value social gatherings throughout the year as a way to build community together. Additionally, many of our members are involved in local service projects, such as KAIROS & the Community Soup Bowl.

  • Our class is composed of young adults in their twenties and thirties, couples and singles, seeking to grow deeper in their faith, build a community of fellowship, and intentionally serve others in meaningful ways.

  • We are a class for married and single adults who are in the age range of sixty and up. We focus primarily on Bible Study, however we do so from a rotating group of teachers, sources, and topics which creates a great variety. We enjoy getting together outside of class for social events and also take on various projects throughout the year. We believe fully in supporting each other inside and outside of the class through the good and not-so-good times.

  • A non-traditional Scripture-based Bible study with deep dives into all areas of context behind a text, including our own context now. In our class, we seek to lean into these perspectives, deriving meaning and application for our daily lives. Our format includes presentations, discussion, questions, and occasional answers. All ages, hairdos, and perspectives are welcome. There is no homework, books to read, preparation, or deep sharing required.

  • Our class consists of adults from all walks of life who feel strongly about studying the Bible, caring for each other, and making a difference in our community together. We primarily utilize the Cokesbury Adult Sunday School Quarterly Curriculum, however at times we do vary from it. We are faithful in keeping in touch with each other and caring for each other, especially in times of difficulty.

  • Our class seeks to study a wide variety of topics, including Bible studies, spiritual growth, social issues, and church issues. We are a large group of adults who are single, married, widowed, and divorced, caring for each other and participating in numerous missions and social events. We are a highly organized class with a rotating group of leaders in various positions.

  • We are a mission-based adult class. Most weeks our gathering involves a short devotion and a hands-on mission project. We seek to be a blessing to FUMCT and the Tuscaloosa community while also being a blessing to each other through the community we build during class and outside of it with social gatherings.

  • Our class consists of married couples ages fifty and up who enjoy learning from each other and participating in activities outside of our class with service projects and dinner socials. We study a variety of interesting topics with a mixture of Bible studies and Christian topics, working to apply them to our faith through discussions. We are friendly, encourage questions, and stay non-political in our topics and discussions.

Weekdays

  • Do you ever feel like you’re in between your stage in life? This group is specifically designed with not yet married young adults in their mid to late 20s in mind who are no longer in college, but don’t feel at home with young married couples. We no longer identify as the “kids” but feel far from “adults”. We typically focus on studies that are “out of the norm” from most small groups. We have recently done studies on the Apocrypha and “The Screwtape Letters.” We rotate hosting the small group each Monday at 7:30, so connect with us to find out where we are meeting next! Interested? Reach out to Zack: zackncash@gmail.com

    Mondays at 7:30 PM (On-Going)
    Led by Zack Cash + John Austin Higginbotham

  • Early riser? Come join a group of men gathering for coffee, conversation, and Scripture in the Lee Classroom. Led by Dr. Ken Dunivant, this early morning small group is a simple, meaningful way to start your day. Each week, the group unpacks one verse from a different book of the Bible, offering a fresh and approachable way to engage Scripture together. Men of all ages are welcome. Grab a cup of coffee, pull up a chair, and jump into the conversation.

  • Looking for a place to jump into Scripture and good conversation midweek? Join Pastor Jeremy Thompson on Wednesday nights from 6–7 PM in the Lee Classroom for a relaxed, conversational Bible study.

    This group is all about exploring Scripture together in a way that’s engaging, thoughtful, and accessible for all ages. In the past, they’ve explored books like Jonah and the opening chapters of Genesis, and no matter the topic, the heart of the group is meaningful conversation and connection.

    Come as you are, jump in wherever we are, and be part of a space where we’re growing in faith together.

  • If you’re looking for an easy, low-pressure way to stay connected this summer, we’d love for you to join us.
    We’re a group of women meeting every other Wednesday at 6:00 PM from after Easter through mid-July, nothing fancy, just good conversation, and time together. 
    Some nights we’ll meet at the church for a laid-back discussion of Awake by Jen Hatmaker, and other nights we’ll gather for food out in the community.
    Come when you can, no pressure to make every week. Bring a friend or just show up as you are, there’s always a seat for you.
    We’re still working out childcare for some dates, but we’ll share updates as we can!

    Schedule: 
    April 8: Bites and Blessings, Avenue Pub, Northbank 
    April 22: “Awake”, FUMCT, Parker Fireside Room 
    May 6: “Awake”, FUMCT, Parker Fireside Room 
    May 20: Bites and Blessings, TBD
    June 3: “Awake”, FUMCT, Parker Fireside Room 
    June 17:  Bites and Blessings, TBD
    July 1:  “Awake”, FUMCT, Parker Fireside Room 
    July 15:  Bites and Blessings, TBD

Note: We are actively adding new groups as leaders are approved. If you don't see a perfect fit today, please check back soon as our list grows!

Lead a Group

Have an idea for a new small group? We would love to help you bring it to life! Whether it’s a Bible study, a hobby group, or a service team, leading is a wonderful way to foster community. Please check out the link below to review our information, guidelines, and best practices for getting started and then sign up below!

Read the Guidelines

Sign up here!