Classes & Groups

Whether you are a first time visitor, have worshiped with us before, or you gladly call Higgins your home church, we are delighted to have you! Building maps can be found at the bottom of the page.
 
Higgins offers a variety of classes and groups that will provide opportunities for you to connect with other believers and grow in your faith. These groups allow us to grow deeper in our relationships with Jesus and build friendships in ways that Sunday worship services don’t allow. 

We look forward to growing alongside you! May God bless you richly as you seek Him! 

Facilitators: If your class is missing or the description needs to be updated, please contact the church office. 

Sunday School Adult Classes

Sunday School classes begin at 10:00 am, between services. Classes are a great opportunity to study scripture or a specific topic. You will get a chance to meet other believers and grow in your faith. Find your fit! Ages are just a suggestion for classes.
Trinity
Location: FLC-102
Facilitator: Varies
Invited: Adults (average age 40+)
 
The Trinity class is studying The Gospel Project, a chronological, Christ-centered Bible study that examines how all Scripture gives testimony to Jesus Christ. Participants discover how God’s plan of redemption unfolds throughout Scripture and still today, compelling them to join the mission of God.
 
Fellowship Class  
Location: CEB-103
Facilitator: Charles Williams
Invited: Adults (average age 70+)

The Fellowship Class follows adult curriculum from Cokesbury. This Sunday School class is wonderful place to connect with others. You will spend time studying and have a chance to meet and pray for each other.

Friendship
Location: CEB-105
Facilitator: Sam Nash
Invited: Adults (average age 60+)

The Friendship class is studying The Gospel Project, a chronological, Christ-centered Bible study that examines how all Scripture gives testimony to Jesus Christ. Participants discover how God’s plan of redemption unfolds throughout Scripture and still today, compelling them to join the mission of God.
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New Vision  
Location: CEB-106
Facilitator: Claude Vess
Invited: All Adults (average ages 40’s to 70’s)

The class is a mixture of fellowship, prayer, teaching, discussion, and Bible Study. The New Vision Class is a great place to connect with others.  

Sunday School Children & Youth Classes

All of our children and youth classes are participating in The Gospel Project, a chronological, Christ-centered Bible study. There’s also a downloadable app to view at home! All children’s classes follow Safe Sanctuary Guidelines.
Nursery    
Location: CEB-208a
Facilitators: Rotating Schedule
Invited: Babies & Toddlers

Preschool    
Location: CEB-208b
Facilitators: Nancy Williams
Invited: Preschool Age 

Early Elementary    
Location: CEB-207
Facilitators: Sarah Rote
Invited: Grades K-2

Upper Elementary    
Location: CEB-201
Facilitators: Jim & Julena McQueen
Invited: Grades 3-5

Middle & High School 
Location: The Dungeon
Facilitators: Renee Weeks & Paul Badgley
Invited: Grades 9-12

Life Groups

Life Groups are intimate groups that foster the perfect environment for questions and growth. We would love to sit alongside you as we grow deeper in our relationships with Jesus, and build new, lasting friendships along the way.
The Captives Youth Group    
Location: The Dungeon
Leaders: Jake & Jordan Honeycutt, Mitch Rote
Contact: Kristy Sutton (ksutton@higgins-umc.com)
Invited: Middle & High School
When: Sundays, 5:00 pm    

We have fun while we learn about Jesus and His plan for our lives. We meet in The Dungeon for worship and bible study, which is followed by creative ministries, including drama, music, and worship dance. We also are involved in missions and have activities & trips at various times throughout the year. Check us out! You will be glad you did and so will we!
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Emmaus Reunion Group (Men)       
Location: CEB-103
Contact: Church Office 828-682-2835
Invited: Men who have attended a Walk to Emmaus
When: Mondays, 7 pm
 
The reunion group meets to pray for one another and spur one another on toward continued Christian growth.
  
Emmaus Reunion Group (Women)
Location: CEB-107
Contact: Church Office (828-682-2835)
Invited: Women who have attended a Walk to Emmaus
When: Mondays, 10 am and/or 7 pm
 
The reunion group meets to pray for one another and spur one another on toward continued Christian growth.

ADHD (20’s - 30’s)    
Location: Varies
Contact: Aaron Murdock
Invited: Young Adults (20’s - 30’s, or young at heart)
When: Various Tuesday Nights

Join us as we enjoy food, fellowship and study together. Call the church office at 828-682-2835 to be added to the call list! 

Susanna Wesley Circle  
Location: FLC
Contact: Church Office (828-682-2835)
Invited: Women
When: 2nd Tuesday, 9:30 am

This women’s circle has a program, enjoys fellowship, and discusses mission projects. This is a great place to enjoy the company of other women, see old friends, and make new ones.

Discovering God's Vision for Your Life: You & Your Spiritual Gifts
Location: FLC-102
Contact: Mollie Lawrence
Invited: Everyone
When: Tuesday, 6:30-8:00 pm, Oct 3-31 or Wednesday, 10:00 am - 11:30 am, Oct 4 - Nov 1

This study will give you a clear understanding of spiritual gifts and the role of these gifts in the ministry of God’s people. Join us to find out what your gifts are and get excited about using those gifts in ministry. Materials are $10, scholarships are available. 

Men's Bible Study Fellowship (BSF)
The Book of Romans
Location: CEB-201 
Contact: Mike Lawrence
Invited: Men
When: Tuesdays, 6:55 pm, begins September 12, ends in May

This 30-week course is appropriate for any Bible student — from beginning to advanced. BSF is a place to study the Bible in-depth personally and in community with others. You will spend time in personal study of the Scriptures each week. On class night, you will join other men in a small-group discussion of the lesson and learn from a teaching leader how the truths of Scripture can be applied to daily life. You will leave class with comprehensive lesson notes, which teach further on the passage you studied, and lesson questions for the following week.

​The book of Romans is the fullest and most comprehensive statement of Christianity.​ Paul’s letter to the Romans looks at the world through a wide-angle lens. Romans sweeps from the depths of our brokenness to the greatness of God’s grace; from the grandeur of God’s plan back down to the details of daily life. "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28)" 

Living Inside Out (LIO)     
Location: CEB 201-208
Contact: Kim Garland (kgarland@higgins-umc.com)
Invited: Kindergarten - 5th grade
When: Tuesdays - Thursdays during school, 3 pm - 5 pm    

Become a LIO kid! Join us for after school Bible club. LIO kids are picked up from Burnsville Elementary or brought by parents for snack, play time, Bible lessons, crafts, music, and more!

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) 
Location: CEB-206
Contact: Kim Garland (kgarland@higgins-umc.com
Invited: Mothers of children ages 0-6
When: 3rd Thu, 10 am - 12 pm
 
The Yancey-Mitchell area MOPS group is hosted at Higgins. We support one another and learn how to be better moms while our children make friends, have fun, and learn about Jesus.

Voices in Bronze    
Location: Choir Room
Contact: Andrea Bailey (abailey@higgins-umc.com)
Invited: Everyone
When: Wednesdays, 6 pm

Join the Handbell Choir! Handbells are part of our seasonal services, and will be incorporated into services throughout the year.  If you are a ringer or think you would like to become a ringer, we will work with you to get you playing. It’s a fun way to praise! 

Prayer     
Location: Prayer Room
Contact: John Rice
Invited: Everyone!
When: Wednesdays, 6:00 pm    

Calling all prayer warriors! Join us Wednesday nights as we humbly pray for whatever God lays on our hearts. We gather together to seek His will. Every-other Wednesday is "Soaking Prayer," a quiet, meditative service for healing. Prayer Ministers will pray for your concerns in silence.  

Ministry of Brothers (MOB)          
Location: Appalachian Java
Invited: All Men
When: Thursdays, 6:30 am - 7:30 am
 
The Thursday Morning Men's Group meets at App Java on Main Street from 6:30 am to 7:30 am. All men are invited to come and be part of the group. We always have a great time of fellowship and Bible study.  

Chancel Choir
Location: Choir Room
Contact: Andrea Bailey (abailey@higgins-umc.com)
Invited: Everyone
When: Thursdays, 7 pm and Sunday, 11 am
 
Led by music director, Andrea Bailey and accompanied by Brian Turner on piano/organ, the Chancel Choir rehearses on Thursday and performs during the Sanctuary Service on Sunday.

Women's Bible Study Fellowship (BSF)
The Book of Romans
Location: Satellite Class in Spruce Pine, First Baptist or Grassy Creek Baptist 
Contact: Mollie Lawrence
Invited: Women
When: Thursdays, 10:00 am at First Baptist or 5:30 pm at Grassy Creek, begins September 14

This 30-week course is appropriate for any Bible student — from beginning to advanced. BSF is a place to study the Bible in-depth personally and in community with others. Day and evening classes give women of all ages the opportunity to wrestle with the tough questions of life, go deeper in their relationship with Jesus Christ and connect with other women in meaningful conversations about things that matter. 

​The book of Romans is the fullest and most comprehensive statement of Christianity.​ Paul’s letter to the Romans looks at the world through a wide-angle lens. Romans sweeps from the depths of our brokenness to the greatness of God’s grace; from the grandeur of God’s plan back down to the details of daily life. "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28)" 

Care Groups

These groups are activity or service based. Enjoy something you are interested in, and meet others along the way!
​Sewing Group       
Location: CEB-102
Contact: Church Office 828-682-2835
Invited: Everyone
When: Mondays, 9 am - 12 pm        
 
The Sewing Group makes various items (book bags, nursing kits, children’s clothes, etc) that are used locally and sent overseas to those in need.  You are invited to bring your sewing machine and join us as we use our talents to serve Jesus.  If you do not sew, we still need folks to cut and/or iron and you will be welcomed!
 
MY Meds
Location: CEB-101
Contact: MY Meds Office 828-766-6337
When: Tuesdays, 9 am - 12 pm, by appointment
 
MY Meds Medication & Health Ministry is a local non-profit organization that provides help to Mitchell and Yancey County residents who have no prescription health plan. If you need help paying for needed prescription medications, please call the MY Meds office

Faith Community Nurse    
Location: CEB-206
Contact: Teri Darnall, RN 828-208-1904 or tbdarnall@higgins-umc.com
When: By Appointment

The Faith Community Nurse provides intentional ministering to the spiritual, physical, mental, and social health of individuals, families, and the community. Teri’s ministry goes beyond the walls of Higgins Memorial, she is available to all individuals in Yancey County.  Her services are free, to remove any barriers to those who need nursing services. Although Teri does not do direct nursing care (give medications, change dressings), she does perform assessments for referrals to various medical and social services, health education, health promotion, counseling, and support groups. Teri welcomes the help of all interested in health ministry

Ugly Quilts    
Location: CEB-102
Contact: Church Office 828-682-2835
Invited: Everyone
When: Wednesdays, 9 am - 12 pm

This group sends love via quilt, creating quilts for shut-ins, hospice patients, the homeless, and new Habitat Homes (to name a few of their charities). Why are they called Ugly Quilts? We discovered that our beautiful quilts were being sold for profit, so attempted to  make them “uglier.”  

Wednesday Night Pot Luck
Location: Family Life Center (FLC)
Contact: Church Office 828-682-2835
Invited: Everyone
When: 2nd Wednesdays, 6 pm
 
Join us for food and fellowship! We ask that you bring a covered dish to share.

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