Community Groups
January 8, 2023 • 2-4pm • Room 110
Help and encouragement after the death of a loved one. GriefShare is a special weekly seminar that runs for 13 weeks and support group designed to help you rebuild your life. We know it hurts, and we want to help. Contact the church office or click here for more information.
Iron Sharpens Iron, Wednesdays at 7:15pm
Join us for our weekly men’s group on Wednesdays from 7:15-9:00pm. We will meet in the Chapel Conference Library every week except for the 2nd week of each month, then we will meet in the Conference Room. We look for opportunities to have fun and serve within our community. We are seeking truth while getting to know each other via outings and Bible study!
Please contact Philip for more information.
Anona Grief Support Group
Anona's Grief Support Group is a confidential source for working through the painful grief of the death of a loved one. You're welcome to come share or just listen. We meet on Wednesday afternoons in Anona UMC room 110 from 3:30-5:00. Zoom is also available. Starting on July 26th, we will use the book, Understanding Your Grief, by Alan Wolfelt Ph.D. to explore ten essential touchstones for finding hope and healing your heart. Questions: call Amy Dyson 727-698-1103.
Caffeine and Conversation, Mondays at 10 am
An ongoing, Zoom gathering every Monday morning from 10 am to approximately 11:30 am. Grab your favorite morning beverage and join this group as they share discussions on a wide range of topics: previous day’s sermon, happenings at Anona, current events, prayer concerns and much more. Hosted by Karen Creamer. Register below.
Hope Group, September 15, 2022 at 6:30PM
In 2009 Joanie Pickens started the HOPE Support Group to help provide education, support, and love to those going through all types of this terrible disease. Many people have traveled through our group. We have become like family. Join us at our next meeting!
Men’s Sharing Group, 6:45 am on Tuesdays in Wesley Hall
A Tuesday early morning men's group who meet via Zoom. Leader to Contact: Larry Cottrell
Empty Nesters
Have your kids flown the nest and you’re wondering what’s next for you? Join a group of others in your same life stage! Anona’s Empty Nesters Small Group meets the 2nd Tuesdays of the month at 7:00pm in Room 110. We spend time checking in with each other, praying together, then diving into a Bible/ book study followed by discussion as we all navigate this next phase of life. For more information, email Casey.
Simply Worship, 1st & 3rd Sundays
A community of people who gather each week for worship and small group reflection time. There is 30 minutes of worship with prayers, scripture and song then 12 minutes of quiet time. Every week you'll discover something different and everyone is invited to participate at their own pace. Simply Worship Facebook page.
Hands of Praise, Not Currently Meeting – people with a visual opportunity to feel new depths in the messages of Contemporary and Traditional songs during worship. Our vision is three-fold: loving God by praising God with our hands; loving one another as we accept diversity within our church and the world; and serving others as we go into the community sharing the love of God through the songs. Leader to Contact: Jackie Gerald.
Sign Language Class, Not Currently Meeting – Dive into an in-depth study of ASL as taught by Learn and Master Sign Language (www.learnandmaster.com). This class is a fun and stress-free environment with no homework or tests. This class can also lead you into our music program, Hands of Praise. Our class and music program are both missional programs sponsoring Blossom School for the deaf, performing in church services and at service projects (participation in these performances is optional). Leader to Contact: Nancy Wootten, 727-804-1375
Sew n' Sews, Wednesdays 9:30 am - 2 pm – This ministry has had a tremendous impact on many people over the years and has provided more than 2000 prayer quilts to people struggling with illness. Each quilt is lovingly hand-made and enfolded in the prayers of our entire congregation as we join together on Sunday mornings to tie a knot on the quilt and say a prayer on behalf of each recipient. Leaders to Contact: JoAnne Sullivan or Pat Juds.
Anona Golf League, Fridays 2:15pm - The Anona Golf League is a friendly group of men and women who meet for fellowship and camaraderie every Friday at 2:15pm at the Largo Golf Course. Each team plays a 9-hole scramble playing the best ball. If you are interested or have questions please contact Ted Pinkerton at 513.739.9796. We look forward to having you join us for a good time.
Book Club, 4th Sunday of each month at 6:30 pm: Our Anona Book Club continues to enjoy a variety of books and participation in casual and fun idea exchanges as we share our reactions to what we have read. Members have even visited a few author talks at a few local venues. The Book Club is a great small group!
New participants are welcome! In-person meetings are held at 6:30 PM the fourth Sunday of the month in the Anona Chapel Building - side entrance. Please contact Deanna Comingore or Kathy Mills if you’d like to Join us via Zoom.
Our get-togethers are always interesting and enjoyable! Please join us!
Reading list for 2023
Check back soon, we are currently updating our list for the remainder of the year.
Any questions - feel free to email Kathy Mills at or call at 856-534-9422.
Happy reading!
Walk15 with Molly, Wednesdays 9AM & Thursdays 6PM
A heart-pumping, calorie torching aerobic workout, Walk15 is the group exercise version of Leslie Sansone’s “Walk at Home” video programs. Easy to follow, adaptable to all levels of fitness, our 30 minute workout is equivalent to a 2 mile walk. Those 15 minute miles add up to an effective workout for “all walks of life”! Dress comfortably with athletic shoes, bring your water bottle, and join us in Wesley Hall Wednesdays at 9AM and the Chapel Conference Room Thursdays at 6PM.