Reserve your Meal for Wednesday Night Live Here at our Events Calendar (Just find the date and click to register.)

A Mid-Week Ministry for All Ages

The Wednesday Night Live (WNL) program at Franklin First UMC is one of the most comprehensive events in the life of our church. Wednesday Night Live is a place where you can find renewal. A renewal that shapes us, strengthens our relationships with others and most importantly, draws us closer to Christ.

  • New Semester Begins January 14th, 2026.

     

  • Study options offered for adults, youth, and children.

    Wednesday Afternoon/ Wednesday Night Live 

    Winter-Spring 2026 

     Deepen your faith in 2026. Join us on Wednesdays for an afternoon or evening of spiritual renewal and fellowship. In addition to Chancel Handbells and Adult and Preschool Choirs, classes and groups for all ages are available to help you grow in your Christian walk. Please register for adult classes and order books for Adult Bible Studies below or contact Pastor Sarah in the Church Office. For information on other age level offerings, contact Walt Nichols for Youth and Pastor Carrie Altman for Children and Tween opportunities.  

    Note:  Classes will not be held on Ash Wednesday, February 18th: we invite you to join us for Worship in Wesley Hall that night. Classes will not be offered on March 11th due to WCS Spring Break. Your class leader will let you know of any other specific dates classes will or will not meet. 

Join us for Dinner

We eat together each Wednesday night from 5:15 – 6:15 p.m. during our Wednesday Night Live semester. The price for the adult meal is $12. Children’s meal is $6.

Register for Dinner at our Events Calendar here: https://franklinfumc.org/events

Just find the date of the Wednesday night where you would like to eat and click the link to register. Please RSVP and pay for your meal by 11:59 pm on the Monday prior.

For Youth on Wednesday Nights

For Children on Wednesday Nights

Adult & Children Choirs

Wednesday Night Live Classes For Adults

Register & Pay for Classes Here

4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Wednesday Afternoon Live Classes & Groups

This hour is geared toward Older Adults, but all are welcome! This semester WAL will be offering the following studies: Courage: Jesus and the Call to Brave Faith by Bishop Tom Berlin; An Unlikely Lent by Rachel Billups;   See below for details on those studies. 

Short-Term Study: Courage – Jesus and the Call to Brave Faith

Short-Term Study: Courage – Jesus and the Call to Brave Faith – 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.  ​​​​​​​with Pastor Sarah Carty (Jan. 14 – Feb. 11) 

In Courage: Jesus and the Call to Brave Faith, Bishop Tom Berlin challenges us to unlock the courage that we possess as Christ followers. By examining the life of Christ, we will begin to understand what true courage is and how God works in the lives of Christ followers as they exhibit a brave faith. Once we have eyes to see what Jesus is showing us, once have ears to hear Jesus calling, we can begin to find the remarkable life Jesus offers us. 

Cost of the book is $14.00 

Lenten Study: An Unlikely Lent

Lenten Study: An Unlikely Lent – ​​​​​​​ 4:00 – 5:00pm -with Pastor Sarah Carty (Feb. 25 – April 15)

This Lent, what if you took time to notice the unexpected in Easter. What if you looked at the crucifixion and resurrection through different eyes. Take the time in this study to see what has been overlooked, not just in the grand moments but in the in-between: the silence, the side characters, and the questions. Perhaps you may discover that the resurrection is not just a past event, but an invitation into something new, unexpected, and unlikely. Walk through this season with eyes wide open, ready to see where God is moving, even in the margins. 

Cost of the book is $16.00 

6:30 – 7:15 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) Wednesday Night Live Classes & Groups

Pastor’s Bible Study with Pastor Bryan Brooks.

Pastor’s Bible Study– All Semester, 6:30 – 7:15pm – Led by Dr. Bryan Brooks 

Pastor Bryan will journey through the challenging Book of Job.   No homework required, but bring an open mind, a journal and pen for notes, and your Bible! This class will be in person with a recording available on-line 

Disciple 2

Disciple 2 – Continues from 6:15 – 8:30pm with Kevin Hostler and Ron Styers (Sept – May) HYBRID – Zoom and In-person 

Disciple 2 is an in-depth study of Genesis, Exodus, Luke, and Acts. Genesis and Exodus are foundational books of the Bible that cover creation, Noah, Abraham, Moses, and more. This study also explores the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts. Practicing traditional spiritual disciplines is encouraged in this 32-week study, Disciple 1 is a suggested pre-requisite. IF you are interested in participating in a Disciple Bible Study in the Fall, please contact Pastor Sarah. 

Lenten Study

Lenten Study: An Unlikely Lent – ​​​​​​​ 6:15 – 7:30pm -with Pastor Sarah Carty (Feb. 25 – April 15) HYBRID – Zoom and In-person.  

This Lent, what if you took time to notice the unexpected in Easter. What if you looked at the crucifixion and resurrection through different eyes. Take the time in this study to see what has been overlooked, not just in the grand moments but in the in-between: the silence, the side characters, and the questions. Perhaps you may discover that the resurrection is not just a past event, but an invitation into something new, unexpected, and unlikely. Walk through this season with eyes wide open, ready to see where God is moving, even in the margins. 

Cost of the book is $16.00 

First Kids Presents: Conversations that Matter

First Kids Presents: Conversations that Matter. 6:30 – 7:15pm .  Monthly conversations on parenting and family concerns. Stay tuned for details!

Short-Term Study: Courage – Jesus and the Call to Brave Faith

Short-Term Study: Courage – Jesus and the Call to Brave Faith – ​​​​​​​ 6:15 – 7:30pm -with Pastor Sarah Carty (Jan. 14 – Feb. 11) HYBRID – Zoom and In-person.  

In Courage: Jesus and the Call to Brave Faith, Bishop Tom Berlin challenges us to unlock the courage that we possess as Christ followers. By examining the life of Christ, we will begin to understand what true courage is and how God works in the lives of Christ followers as they exhibit a brave faith. Once we have eyes to see what Jesus is showing us, once have ears to hear Jesus calling, we can begin to find the remarkable life Jesus offers us. 

 

Cost of the book is $14.00