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Middlesettlements United Methodist Church was founded in 1776. It is one of the oldest churches in East TN. The history within the middlesettlements community is rich and very interesting.

Our church is made up of some of the most caring Christian people. We know we are biased on that, but none-the-less sincere. We would love to talk to you more about our church. Go to the "Contact Us" page on this website and drop us a note.

 

  SCHEDULE OF EVENTS on Sundays

   9:00 a.m. Praise & Worship

 10:00 a.m. Sunday School

 11:00 a.m. Worship

   5:30 p.m. Youth 

   6:00 p.m. Evening Worship

  

Middlesettlements United Methodist Church

 Sunday School Classes

 Beginners:  Ages 2 through 5

 This class introduces children to Bible verses and the love of Christ using bible stories and crafts.

 Teachers: Kathy Abbott & Diane Ward

 Helpers: Janice Loveday & Ann Connatser

  

Kids for Christ:  Grades K, and 1st

 The class teaches children the love of Christ using Bible stories and the Methodist Bible Activity guide.  Teaching activities include crafts and stories.

 Teachers: Leigh Black & Nikki Hood 

 Helper: Lena Hopwood

 

 Seekers:  Grades 2 and 3

 Teaching children Christian principles and the love of Christ using the Methodist Bible Activity Guide. Teaching activities include games, music, crafts and discussion.

 Teachers: Starla Davis and Kim Caldwell

  

Faithbuilders: Grades 4 and 5

 Teaching Christian principles and applications using Gospel Lights “The Edge” and current literature.  Discussions and support for the teenaged population.

 Teacher: Diane Kuhlman

  

 Youth: Grades 6-12

 Teaching children Christian principles and the love of Christ using the Methodist Bible Activity Guide and other materials.  Focus on sharing the love of Jesus while exploring issues facing teens in today’s world.

  

College and Career:  Ages 18-24

 An in-depth study of scripture focused on improving our community through outreach activities as we share the love of Christ.

 Teacher: Randy Bolton

  

Journey:  A rapidly growing diverse group, ages from late 20's to early 40's (singles, married, with and without kids!) that meets in the Sunday School Building, as well as schedules day and overnight group trips.  We struggle together with our walk in Christ and yet know the ideal path that He would have us travel.  There is no subject that goes untouched no matter the difficulty or the lack of answers.  We really enjoy hanging out together especially when food is involved (or coffee for some is enough).  If you’re looking for a group of people that want to make an impact and isn't perfect, then you might want to visit the Journey Class.

 

 Hearts of Fire:  A new class designed for ladies of all ages.  Come join us and see what we are all about.

  

Disciples:  This class is a small 40's age adult class with an average attendance of 5-10 members.  We use the standard literature with occasional ventures into other studies like The Purpose Driven Life.  Several of our members share the teaching responsibilities. We like to meet several times a year outside of church for dinner and to enjoy each others company.

 
Rose Marie:  Average attendance of the class is about 25 members/guests/visitors ranging from 40 to 60 years of age.  The class, named in memory of Rose Marie Bryant, uses the Bible and other Christian resources in learning the truths and principles of the Scriptures and how to apply them to our lives.  It has been said that if you don’t know where you are going, then any road will take you there.  The goal of the Rose Marie class is to know not only where we are going, but to take the right road to get there.  We care about each other and offer support and comfort whenever we know there is a need.  We will laugh with you, cry with you and keep your special needs on our prayer list.    Anyone and everyone is welcome.  The class is taught by Steve Wigley

  

Blanche: This adult class, ages fifty and up, is named in honor of Mary Blanche Brown.  The Methodist Bible Study Guide is used to assist in further study of the Scriptures. Class volunteers take turns as teachers.

  

Friendship: This class of senior citizens and retirees uses the Methodist Bible Study Guide to further study the scriptures.  The class is taught by Jim Gregg.

  

Royce:  Age range is 65 upward but welcome folks of ANY age to join us.  At one time our membership consisted of those from the Rev. Vertrue Sharp Class, the (Rev. Bill) Smeltzer Class, currently the Friendship Class...but we expanded to the extent that we were obliged to divide.  Our Class was re-named "The Royce Class," in memory of Royce "Pill" Love who died at the age of 43, on March 25, 1964.  

       Currently we have seven active members, three inactive/shut-ins for a total of ten members.  Our two teachers, Mable Love-Brown and Phyllis Delozier, alternate teaching responsibility on a monthly basis.  We use the Adult Bible Studies curriculum (Cokesbury), various translations of the Bible and other resources. 

             We have sponsored a child in Nuevo Horizonte School in ever since the School was established in 2001; this is the 5th year of operation.  We take a Special $5 per month donation from each member for our Benevolence Fund to provide the means of our regular ministry to the homebound and nursing home members.  We contribute to the Empty Pantry Fund each year and to special needs (local & worldwide) as needed.

             We are the FIRST Classroom on the left as you enter the back of the lower entrance under the sanctuary.  No need to knock...just come on in!!!