Adult Ministries
Looking to grow in faith, connect with others, and make a difference in our community? Our Adult Ministries at Pendleton Center offer a welcoming community where you can deepen your relationship with Christ and engage in meaningful fellowship.
Bible studies, small groups, service and outreach opportunities, special gatherings, and support and prayer groups. Whether you're a long-time member or new to our community, there's a place for you here. Come and be a part of something special. Let's grow together in faith and love.
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Bible Studies
Sunday Morning Bible Study
Sundays | 10:45 AM | Connection Room 2
Contact: Scot Jaynes
Each week, we review different books in the Bible and other biblically based materials, and how they relate to everyday life. Group interaction also includes discussion about joys and concerns in our lives.
New Lights Bible Group
Sundays | 10:45 AM | Café
Contact: Louie Bobsein
A weekly Bible Group open to all, held in the Café shortly after the 9:00 am Sunday Service. The focus is on gaining a practical understanding of God's Word and its impact on our lives. Discussions are interactive, and are based on a daily devotional and teachings from the Sermon of that day. Questions are encouraged and growth in faith is reinforced.
Harmony of the Gospels
Mondays | 7:00 PM | Connection Room 1 | Begins September 15, 2025
Contact: Linda Barczykowski
Have you ever wanted to explore the Gospels to find out how they are similar and how they differ? This is a time to dig and find out! We will be using the pamphlet "Gospels Side by Side." If you would like to attend, please contact Linda. You are also free to "just show up!" Weekly attendance is not mandatory. Join us as you are able.
Bible Study with Pastor Scott
Thursdays | 11:00 AM & 7:00 PM | Connection Room 1
Contact: Pastor Scott Johnson
Are you seeking a deeper connection with the teachings from our weekend sermon series? Our Thursday Bible Study sessions offer the perfect opportunity to explore these topics further. Led by Pastor Scott, we delve into the heart of the messages that inspire us each week.
Loyal Ladies Bible Study
Thursdays | 1:00 PM | Connection Room 2
Contact: Mike Clifford
This women’s Bible study meets each week in Connection Room 2 on Thursdays. When the United Women in Faith gather, we move our Bible Study to Wednesday for that week.
United Women in Faith
1st Thursdays, 12:30 PM, Fellowship Hall
United Women in Faith is a community of women whose purpose is to know God and experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church.
The group normally meets throughout the year on the first Thursday of the month at 12:30 PM, except in January, February, July, and August.
Some of the missions we work on:
Work at the Spring and Fall Rummage & Bake Sales to help raise money for missions.
Work with Beechwood Nursing Home to mend and sew for the residents, make wheelchair and walker carrier bags, send birthdays cards to residents, and volunteer weekly.
And more!
You can send a message to Connie Clifford if you would like to know more.
Men’s Breakfast & Devotion
3rd Saturday of the month, 9:00 AM, at Bob Evans, 1925 Niagara Falls Blvd, Amherst
All men are invited to the Men’s Breakfast Group on the 3rd Saturday of each month for breakfast, fellowship, devotions, and prayer. We meet at Bob Evans Restaurant in a separate room provided for small groups. All men 18 and over are welcome! This is an opportunity for men to meet and share with other Christian men in a small group setting.
If you would like to receive an email reminder before each breakfast, please send an email to Chris Pohto.
Women’s Book Club
3rd Wednesdays, 6:30 PM
The Women’s Book Club is open to all women and meets the third Wednesday of each month, year-round, at 6:30 PM at The Country Cottage or Pendleton Creek Pub (Check the calendar or contact Yvonne for each month's book and meeting place).
Join us! You do not need to read the book - we welcome all ladies at this monthly get together!
If you want to join the book club or have any questions, contact Yvonne Bova.
Beginner Pickleball
Wednesdays, 6:30 PM, Gym
Come join us for recreational pickleball! You can learn the basic rules, such as how to serve and keep score, in a fun and relaxed environment. The group is growing and improving each week, so it's a great opportunity to join the fun!
Contact Pam Tavenier to learn more.
Country Line Dancing
Wednesdays, 7:00 PM, Café
Beginner classes, taught to the good old country music, past and present. $5 cost per person per class. No open toe shoes, leather shoes preferred. Come one and all!
Contact Tom Chiappone to learn more.
Watercolor Classes
Tuesdays at 1:00 PM, Saturdays at 10:00 AM, Art Room
Have you always wanted to try your hand at a new hobby? Here’s your opportunity! Virginia teaches a lesson in each class, both basic skills and advanced techniques! Each session is two hours in length, costs $10, and the goal is to do a painting at each session. Money raised is donated to the church.
The classes can help remind you of the beautiful world we live in; nature, trees, birds, and mountains. Set aside all of the frustrations and negativity of the week at a watercolor class.
“When we create art, in this case, watercolor painting, we become co-creators with God, becoming helpers in the formation of paradise here on earth. These classes have given me faith once again in what it means to have hope.”
Contact Virginia Kelley to learn more.
Niagara County Senior Lunch
Who may attend? Any person who is 60 years of age or older, and their spouse or disabled dependent child no matter what age, may participate. People under the age of 60 are welcome to attend with the $5.00 per meal required fee. Disabled residents residing in a housing center that is a designated community meal site may also attend.
Sites are open between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Lunch is served between 11:45 & 12:00.
More information about this program can be found here.
United Methodist Certified Lay Ministry
Do you ever feel like God is calling you to serve? To be a leader within the church, but not to be a pastor? There are three different categories of Lay Ministry within the United Methodist Church. But keep in mind that the first step for all Laity is to become a Certified Lay Servant. You cannot become a Certified Lay Speaker or Certified Lay Minister until you have served as a Certified Lay Servant.
That being the case, the first category in Lay Ministry is Certified Lay Servant. A Certified Lay Servant serves the local church or charge (and/or beyond) and:
Provides program leadership, assistance, and support
Leads meetings for prayer, training, study, and discussion
Conducts, or assists in conducting, services of worship, preaches the Word, or gives addresses
Provides congregational and community leadership and fosters caring ministries
Assists in the distribution of the elements of Holy Communion
The next category is Certified Lay Speaker. A Certified Lay Speaker is someone who feels called to preach, but not called to serve as a pastor. A Certified Lay Speaker serves by preaching the Word when requested by a pastor, district superintendent, or committee on Lay Servant Ministries, in accordance and compliance with ¶341.1 in the Book of Discipline. They provide what is called “Pulpit Supply.” They fill in for pastors who are going on vacation and need someone to fill in leading worship.
And the final category is Certified Lay Minister. A Certified Lay Minister (CLM) is a qualified United Methodist layperson called to congregational leadership as part of a ministry team under the supervision of a clergy person, but who often serves the church in many other ways.
Not all CLMs are called to preach and should not feel that if they don’t have that calling, they cannot be a CLM. There are many ways a CLM can serve their church.
A Certified Lay Minister:
Conducts public worship
Cares for the congregation
Develops new faith communities
Preaches the Word
Leads small groups
Establishes outreach ministries
Serves as a class leader
Engages in specialized ministries after appropriate training, such as in parish nursing and church planting
Teaches the Scriptures, doctrine, organization, and ministries of The United Methodist Church.
Pendleton Center Church has many trained Certified Lay Ministers! If you are interested in learning more, talk with one of our pastors or Linda Barczykowski to explore the process. And be sure to check out Chuck’s rattling’s on Certified Lay Ministry!