What are Wonderful Wednesdays?
Three words: faith, fellowship and fun! Wonderful Wednesdays are a weekly celebration held on Wednesday evenings that allow members of our congregation and our community to gather together for dinner, and engaging classes such as: music, art, recreation, and Bible studies. All are invited to join!
Important Dates
- October 25th - Trunk or Treat / Fall Festival
- November 1 - Start of 2nd Session 4- week classes
- November 15th - Thanksgiving Feast
- November 22nd - NO Wonderful Wednesday
- December 3rd - White Christmas Service
- December 6th - Pictures with Santa + Caroling
Schedule
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5:00 - 5:45 p.m. Dinner served - free (donations accepted)
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5:25-5:30 p.m. Blessing & Announcements
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5:30 p.m. Dismissal of children to activities
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5:55/6:00 p.m. Adult + youth classes start
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7:00 p.m. Programming concludes
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7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir practice begins
Wonderful Wednesday Programs
Children
Birth - 3 Years
Mini Musicians & Me!
This class is for our babies and young children, along with their parents or caregivers, to be introduced to music through singing and instruments like shakers, bells, and drums. Bond with your children while having fun!
Time: 5:30 - 6:00 PM
Dates/ Times: Begins November 1st and includes a four week session ending on November 29th
Ages: Babies - through preschool (older siblings are welcome)
Location: 1st Floor Nursery
Instructor: Samantha Dean, Elementary music teacher
Nursery
Nursery for children ages 0-3 will be available from 6:00- 7:00 p.m. for parents who want to attend other programming in the church.
3K - 5th Grade
Art Class: Christmas Art
This class will use various mediums to explore all God’s creatures through art projects. Children will learn different art skills, use their imagination, and grow in their own abilities. Wear something you can get messy!
Dates/ Times: Begins November 1st and includes a four week session ending on November 29th
- 5:35 - 6:15 p.m. for 2nd - 5th grade
- 6:20 – 7:00 p.m. for for 3K - 1st grade *Must be 3 years old by Sept 1 and fully potty trained and able to navigate stairs
Location: 3rd Floor Art Room. Children line up on the first floor hallway between the fellowship hall and the gym at 5:30 p.m. to go upstairs.
Instructor(s): Paula Gregg, artist in residence at the Creative Arts Guild. Helper: Stephanie Bunch, special education teacher
Kid's Christmas Choir - Preparing for December 3rd White Christmas Service
Join our Kids Christmas Choir at Dalton First United Methodist Church, starting November 1st! Children will practice together, learning classic carols and festive tunes to perform at our White Christmas Program on December 3rd. Led by skilled directors and mentors, this program encourages creativity and community spirit. Parents, register your kids now for a joyful musical experience, fostering the true essence of Christmas!
Dates/ Times: Starts November 1st and includes a four week session ending on November 29th. We will be preparing to participate and preform for our White Christmas Service on December 3rd.
- 5:35 - 6:15 p.m. for 3K - 1st grade *Must be 3 years old by Sept 1 and fully potty trained and able to navigate stairs
- 6:20 – 7:00 p.m. for 2nd - 5th grade
Location: 3rd Floor Children’s Music Room. Children line up on the first floor hallway between the fellowship hall and the gym at 5:30 p.m. to go upstairs.
Instructor(s): Matthew Dean, Dalton First United Methodist Director of Music. Helper: Courtney Hitchens, elementary school teacher
Students
All Students 6th-12th
Middle and high school students have three options for Wednesday nights for the four-week session of November 1st - December 29th
- Student Apprenticeship Program -The Student Apprenticeship Program for Church offers young individuals a unique chance to cultivate leadership skills by actively engaging in various church activities. Through hands-on experience and mentorship from seasoned leaders, students learn the values of service, teamwork, and compassion. This transformative program not only enriches their spiritual understanding but also equips them with the confidence and expertise to become future leaders within their faith communities and beyond.
- Holy Yoga - held in the gym from 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. This class is open to youth (who are attending with a parent or caregiver) and adults.
- Chancel Choir - meets from 7:00 - 8:15 p.m. on the 3rd floor in the music suite. Open to high school students + adults.
Adults
Chapel Study | Whisper led by Linda Hubbs
Linda Hubbs will be leading the Adult Chapel Bible Study.
We invite you to join us for this 4 week Bible Study led by Linda Hubbs. We will be turning to scriptures with the help of Mark Batterson's book Whisper: How to Hear the Voice of God. He introduces the seven love languages of God—each of them unique and entirely divine. By learning to tune in and decipher each language, believers can be equipped to hear God’s guidance and grow closer to Him. God is speaking. Do you know how to listen?
Dates: 4 Week session on Wednesday nights, November 1st, 8th, 15th, and 29th.
Time: 6-7:00 PM
Location: Chapel
Instructor: Linda Hubbs
Holy Yoga
The class is open to all adults and is focused on deep stretching - yin yoga, Biblical meditation, and peace. The class is restorative in nature with mostly sitting or laying poses. Bring your own yoga mat if you have one, but we will have few extras.
Dates: 4 Week Session: November 1st, 8th, 15th, and 29th
Time: 6-6:45 PM
Location: Gym
Instructor: Rosa Coker 100-hour certified Holy Yoga instructor
Chancel Choir
The Chancel Choir leads hymns and anthems in the sanctuary at our 11:00 am service. The choir presents Lessons and Carols during advent and other special music during the lenten season. Also, each fall, the chancel choir presents the Smiley Gregg Memorial concert to benefit Habitat for Humanity and Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Northwest Georgia.
Any adult or youth interested in becoming part of the Chancel Choir ministry is welcome to join any time of the year! Come sing with us!
Dates: The Chancel Choir meets on Wednesday nights.
Time: 7-8:15 PM
Location: 3rd Floor Music Suite
Instructor: Matthew Dean, Director of Music Ministry