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The Good Earth GardenHungerThe Good Earth Garden is a community garden coordinated by St. John's UMC members. The mission of the Good Earth Garden is to:Feed those in the Dover community that may need food.Educate the Dover community about how to grow their own food.Be a retreat for thoughtful prayer and meditation
Members and volunteers may have 
their own plot to grow, as well as assist with the care of items that 
will be donated to local food pantry and other ministries that focus on 
food insecurity in our community.Care TeamCaringResponds, free of charge, to the non-medical “quality of life” needs of 
individuals not routinely provided by existing social service programs. 
Care Teams acts as an extended family or friend, and assist with a 
variety of activities such as visiting, shopping transportation, respite
 care and support to individuals with special needs.Prayer ChainSpiritual LifePrayer is the place of admitting our need, of adopting humility, and 
acknowledging our dependence upon God. Prayer is the needful practice of
 all peoples from all over the world. Prayer is the exercise of faith 
and hope. Prayer is the privilege of touching the heart of the eternal. 
Requests may be submitted by email to: prayerchain.sjumc@gmail.com Small GroupsSpiritual Life
				
				
				
				
				
				
				
				
				
					
What is the Small Groups Ministry at St John’s?

The ministry is literally made up of small groups of people (also 
known as “covenant groups”) that have a specific focus and meet 
regularly to discuss topics or participate in activities in support of 
their focus.

What is a “covenant group”?

Generally a group of people numbering between 6 and 8Common focus or “covenant” that guides their discussions and activitiesMembers are accountable to one another and support each otherDiscussions are usually confidential within each groupFocus of a group may include Bible study and Lenten/Advent studiesGroups may choose to discuss books, articles or current events & issuesGroups may plan activities such as community outreach projects
What is it like to attend a small group meeting?

Your group may have a leader (or the role may be shared) who leads the agendaThe agenda is driven the focus or “covenant” of your groupYour group may have a time of fellowship or checking in: “How are you doing this week?”Members discuss topics in confidence which allows trust to build within the groupPrayers may be used to open or close the meetingYour group may choose to shift focus at it evolvesLarger groups may decide to “split” into smaller groups and support one anotherMost groups meet in person at private homes or in church meeting space
How do you find out more about small groups?

Contact existing groups from the link below to attend a meeting and decide if you’d like to joinSpeak with an existing small group leader for assistance in starting your own group

Worship: In-person and live streamed on YouTube at www.youtube.com/stjohnsdoverWorshipWorship: In-person and live streamed on YouTube at www.youtube.com/stjohnsdover