Community Groups
Community Groups are a great way for our church to be rooted deep with one another as the family of God, practicing the over 40 “one another’s” in the Bible.
Sunday, March 6, marked the full transition to Community Groups from the Adult “Sunday School” format. While Sunday Schools are led by a teacher with a certain topic, and the class only stays together for a few weeks, Community Groups are led by their own leadership teams, and the people stay together while teachers and topics rotate. This emphasizes application of the Bible’s teachings in Christian Community rather than emphasizing mere Bible knowledge.
Community Groups are learning communities where the Bible is at the center and building relationships is a key focus. They provide an environment for you to connect in relationships with others, grow in your faith, exercise your spiritual gifts, and welcome those who are new to the church. Taking place during our Sunday morning services, each meeting will include about 15 minutes of fellowship, 15 minutes of sharing and prayer, and 40 minutes for interactive Bible teaching.
Community Groups are arranged by life stage, because people with common experiences grow closer more naturally. While life stage is the general guideline, you should participate in whatever Community Group you connect with the best. Each group is open to all people whether single, married, new to the church, or a long time member.
Our current Community Groups are:
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FBI: Fellow Believers Incorporating - Life Stage 25-35 – Room 409
Bible Study: Be Diligent: A study in the book of Mark, taught by Chris Alexander. You’ll discover Jesus as God’s Servant, sent to die for the sins of the world. Learn how we are to be servants just like our Lord.
Leaders: Andrew & Danielle Popp
Common Ground – Life Stage 35-45 – Room 411
Bible Study: Perspective Detective
“Tigers Devour Cubs in Record Time.” This headline can be understood in two different ways, if you were reading it in a sports magazine or in a nature magazine. It all depends on your perspective! We’ll examine familiar scriptures for the purpose of life application.
Leaders: Jay & Shari Hart, Teacher: Pastor Dave
10:40-
Life Stage 18-25 – Room 409
Bible Study: 30 Days to Understanding the Bible
Learn an overview of Bible characters, places, books, and events to think your way through the Scriptures.
Leader & Teacher: Steve Toy
CIA: Christians in Action – Life Stage 45-60 – Rooms 410-412
Bible Study: Hebrews 7-13: Don’t Stop Believing, taught by Mike Stump. God has paid for our sin once for all in Christ. Learn to persevere in your faith in this challenging book.
Leaders: Tom & Ginger Mitchell
OWLS: Older, Wiser, Loving, Servants – Life Stage 60+ – Room 411
Bible Study: Who are My New ”Neighbors”?
An introduction to World Religions taught by Jim Sweeney. More than one third of the world’s inhabitants identify themselves as adherents of Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, and Judaism. This class will highlight the significant differences between these religions and Christianity–differences with eternal consequences.
Leaders: Ron & Connie Peterman
FBI Announcement
The FBI Community Group invites you to join them in showing God’s love the month of February by supporting two community organizations: City Mission & Open Arms. We are collecting the following items in room 409 if you would like to participate!
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13-gallon & 39-gallon Trash Bags
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Paper Towels
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Disinfectant Spray & Wipes
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Cleaning Products (esp. Floor Cleaner)
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Salad Dressing (Ranch, Thousand Island, French)
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Size 4 Diapers
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Hygiene Products (ex: toilet paper, hairbrushes, lip balm, cotton swabs)
