Growing in faith through Scripture, learning, prayer, and community.

Grow & Learn at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church

Faith That Grows. Truth That Guides. Hope That Changes Lives.

At Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, we believe spiritual growth is a lifelong journey.

Grow & Learn is a place where children, youth, young adults, adults, families, and seekers can discover God’s truth, ask questions, deepen faith, and learn to follow Jesus in everyday life.

Whether you are brand new to church or have walked with Christ for years, there is always room to grow.

We believe Christian growth happens through Scripture, worship, study, prayer, service, community, and daily discipleship.

As we grow together, we seek to become a beacon of Christ’s light for our neighbors in Pleasant Grove, western Birmingham, and beyond.

Our GROW Framework

G — Grounded in Scripture

We build our lives on God’s Word and the teachings of Jesus Christ.

R — Reasons We Believe

Faith is thoughtful, trustworthy, and meaningful. We encourage learning, questions, and deeper understanding.

O — Obedience in Action

Christian faith changes how we live, love, serve, forgive, and care for others.

W — Walk It Out

Spiritual growth happens daily through worship, prayer, study, fellowship, and faithful living.

Start Here

Not sure where to begin?

Whether you are exploring Christianity for the first time, returning to church after many years, or looking for a deeper discipleship journey, these resources provide a simple place to begin.

Start Here: Your Discipleship Journey

New Believer / New Christian Pathway

Questions New Christians Ask

Topic Index

Understanding the Bible

The Bible is God’s story of creation, redemption, and restoration.

These resources help readers understand how the Bible is organized, how to study Scripture, and how the Old and New Testaments fit together.

Understanding the Bible

Getting Started with the Bible

How to Read the Bible for the First Time

Understanding How the Bible Is Organized

Old Testament and New Testament

Choosing a Bible Translation

Bible Reading Plan

Understanding the Old Testament World

Understanding the New Testament World

Bible Timeline

Major Themes of the Bible

Learn the Story of Scripture

The Bible tells one connected story centered on God’s saving work through Jesus Christ.

Learn the Story of God (Old Testament)

Learn the Story of Jesus

Learn the Story of the Church

These lessons help readers understand Scripture chronologically while discovering how each story points to God’s plan of redemption.

Foundations of Faith

Explore the core beliefs of Christianity and the teachings that shape our faith.

Topics include:

God the Father

Jesus Christ

The Holy Spirit

The Trinity

Salvation and Grace

The Church

Prayer

The Bible

Baptism

Holy Communion

Spiritual Growth

Spiritual Gifts

The Apostles’ Creed

The Lord’s Prayer

Heaven, Resurrection, and Eternal Life

Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare

These pages provide a strong foundation for both new believers and lifelong disciples.

Spiritual Disciplines

Spiritual growth happens through intentional practices that draw us closer to God.

Explore resources on:

Prayer

Bible Study

Worship

Fasting

Generosity

Christian Fellowship

Service

Daily Spiritual Habits

These disciplines help believers develop a deeper relationship with Christ and grow in faith throughout life.

Christian Living

Faith is not only something we believe.

Faith is something we live.

Christian Character

Prayer and Encouragement

Serving Others

Sermon-Based Lessons

These resources connect biblical truth with everyday life.

Understanding Our Worship

Worship shapes how we grow as disciples of Jesus Christ.

Learn about:

Worship Practices

Worship Symbols

Worship Words

Church Seasons

Holy Week

Easter

Pentecost

Communion

Baptism

Music and Worship Arts

Understanding Church Traditions

These resources help connect Sunday worship with daily Christian living.

Wellness & Learning

We believe God cares about the whole person—body, mind, and spirit.

Explore opportunities and resources including:

Community Health Fairs

Lunch and Learn Programs

Chair Yoga

Balance and Fall Prevention

Healthy Aging

Senior Adult Ministries

Elderblest

Grief, Loss, and Life Changes

Staying Connected as We Age

Online Resources

These programs encourage wellness, learning, fellowship, and community connection.

Walk to Emmaus

Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church has been blessed through involvement in the Walk to Emmaus community.

Emmaus encourages spiritual renewal, discipleship, prayer, study, servant leadership, and Christian community.

Explore:

Walk to Emmaus Resources

Come and See

Cluster Information

Gatherings and Events ( Schedules)

Alabama Emmaus Walk Information

Discipleship Library

The Discipleship Library serves as a growing collection of lessons, studies, guides, testimonies, and learning resources developed through the ministries of Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church.

Whether you are studying individually, with a Sunday School class, in a small group, or as a family, these resources are designed to support ongoing spiritual growth.

Come and Grow With Us

You do not have to have all the answers to begin growing in faith.

At Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, we believe growth happens one step at a time through worship, study, fellowship, prayer, service, and walking together in Christ.

There is a place for you here.

Come and see.

Visit us in Pleasant Grove, Alabama, and learn more at PGUM.org.