small groups

There's a place for everyone in Hinsdale UMC's Small Groups. New members are always welcome! 

  • MEN’S GROUP LUNCH AND DISCUSSION ON ZOOM

    The Men’s Group typically meets via Zoom the first Friday of each month at 12:00 Noon. Bring a sack lunch and join in the lively conversation and fellowship. Current events, community news, joys, and concerns are discussed. New members always welcome! Please contact the church office with questions and for more information. 

  • movie discussion night

    Everyone is invited to join in our Movie Discussion Night. Watch a movie in the comfort of your home and then join in for a discussion on the second Friday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Fireside Room. Click here for the movie critique questions for your use. Stay tuned to our enews for details of the movie selection. Please contact the church office with questions and for more information. 

  • Midweek Check-In and Devotions

    Please come join us for forty good minutes of sharing Wednesdays at 1pm! Each session will include a time for conversation on previous Sunday’s sermon, as well as upcoming Sunday’s text. Were you inspired? Challenged? Intrigued? Do you have questions? Comments? Just come and share with us! All are welcome!


    For questions or to receive the scripture passage(s) to mediate on ahead of time, please contact Pastor Young-Mee.

  • Parents of Young Ones

    Parents of Young Ones will gather monthly. Whether you are a parent of a newborn or a 13 year-old that still seems young, join us! We will share short spiritual practices, reflect on the blessings of family, and support each other as interruptions happen… even during our meeting together. Please contact Leah Ostwald at leah.ostwald@hinsdaleumc.com to express your interest in attending our next meeting.

  • FIRESIDE READERS BOOK DISCUSSION

    The Fireside Readers is an informal book discussion group that welcomes all men and women who enjoy reading and stimulating discussion. We meet about once a month from September to May in the Fireside Room at 6:30 p.m. for dessert and coffee, and discussion at 7pm.


    Check back soon for details about our next meeting. Please contact Mary Ann Darnaby if you have any questions.


    View the list of previously discussed books.


    View a list of book recommendations from Fireside Readers.

  • united women IN FAITH circles

    United Women in Faith (UWF) Circle members develop close relationships with each other, praying for and nurturing each other. Circles meet the second Thursday of the month September through May. All women are encouraged to join one of the following three circle groups. New circle members are always welcome!


    Mary Circle – Named for Mary, the mother of Jesus. Meets at 9:00 a.m. at the church for light refreshments and business meeting followed by a program. 


    Lydia Circle – Named for Lydia, a Christian business woman. Meets at 7:00 p.m. in members’ homes for a business meeting and program followed by dessert.


    Visit United Women in Faith to learn more.

  • KNIT OR KNOT

    The Knit or Knot Ministry normally meets the third Thursday of each month from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room. During a time of fellowship, shawls, pillows, sweaters and blankets are created to comfort those in need and to celebrate life’s joys. Each piece becomes an expression of love – and the loving care of God who works through the crafters. As each piece of work reaches completion, it is passed around the circle and blessed by each crafter’s hands. Pictured are members donating hand-tied pillows for use at Hinsdale’s Wellness House. Please stay tuned for details about our next meeting.