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Groups carry out the purpose of the church to connect people with God and others. Our groups are comprised of church members and non-church members. They meet at a variety of times, days and places. All Groups have the essential elements of Acts 2:42-47:
Community Building: Fellowship (sometimes involves food), prayer for and with each other, accountability and caring for each other.
Bible Study: Studying applicable Bible Studies with the purpose of knowing Christ and making Christ known.
Mission/Multiply: Outward focus of ministry and mission through projects to multiply believers, other groups and churches.
We have two basic types of Groups:
- Transformation Groups: The size limited to one leader plus two to three others (same gender) that covenant together to regular meetings, transformative study, and mutual accountability.
- T-Groups: Just beginning on your spiritual journey? Come to understand what it means to be a disciple of Jesus, see how you fit into the church family and become knowledgeable about navigating the Bible. Study is based on Francis Chan’s book: Multiply
- T1-Groups: Continue to deepen your knowledge of how to live as a disciple and lead others to grow as a disciple. Study is based on Greg Ogden’s book: Discipleship Essentials
- T2-Groups: Join others in growing as biblical leaders. Study is based on Greg Ogden’s book: Leadership Essentials
- Connect Groups: Various groups, large or small that meet on a regular basis to Connect people with God and others
- Bible Study-Seek to know the Bible through in-depth study and personal applications. Growing in Christlikeness means knowing and doing the Word.
- Support- Provide a safe place for people to connect in dealing with life issues. Together they deal with common issues or hurdles in life with truth and principles based on God’s Word.
- Mission-Pursue a God given ministry objective (common cause, passion, burden) that has a kingdom impact.
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Alpha Course
Explore the meaning of life. Alpha is an opportunity to explore the Christian faith in a relaxed setting over ten thought provoking weekly sessions. Please Contact Chari Wester or Jerri Chesney at 893-1709 to find out more.
Transformation Groups
“T” is for Transformation. One leader plus two to three others (same gender) who do a discipleship study together. New believers start in the initial T-Group and progress through T-1, T-2, and T-3 Groups as they continue their spiritual journey. T-Groups have multiplied rapidly and many of the new generation T-Groups need members. Please contact Chari Wester or Jerri Chesney at 893-1709 to find out more.
Sundays, 9:30 a.m.
Bible Study 30-50's, Room 10, led by Dennis Barringer (894-0856). Every age group in D6 Curriculum studies the same biblical theme each week. It’s every age on the same page.
Women's Bible Study, Room 8, led by Nancy Spyker (668-4452) in Group Room 8. Women discussing how God's Word relates to life as women: single or married, with young children, grown children, or no children. The group is currently studying He Speaks to Me by Priscilla Shirer.
Life Walk Adults 30+ Bible Study, Choir Room, led by Todd & Lisa Anderson (907-9874). Every age group in D6 Curriculum studies the same biblical theme each week. It’s every age on the same page.
Next Chapter, Room 5 led by Fred & Terry Wilder (877-4021). For Empty Nesters and other adults who are in their 50s or 60s. The 4th Sunday of each month they meet at a nursing home offsite and provide a church service for them.
Outreach to Athletes, Church Office (see Connector for directions), led by Gavin Boone (383-1608) . Adult’s who have a passion to connect people with God and others through Bible study & outreach to athletes.
Couples Bible Study, Room 9, led by Marty Stubblefield (893-4893) & Sabin Bass . Parents of older children, teens & young adults.
Sundays, 11:00 a.m.
Parents of Young Children Bible Study, Room 11 led by Mike Licquia (385-3856). Every age group in D6 Curriculum studies the same biblical theme each week. It’s every age on the same page.
Engaged and Newlywed Couples, Room 10, led by Paul & Ada Foshee (320-5242). They will cover how to make strong marriages through applying biblical truth about relationships, finances, intimacy, spiritual life and much more.
Bible Study 60+ Class, Choir Room led by Richard Tengstedt (877-9906) & Buddy Rogers.
Parent Bible Study, Room 9, led by Doug Bedgood (597-5196) Every age group in D6 Curriculum studies the same biblical theme each week. It’s every age on the same page. Begins April 14!
Sundays, 4:30 p.m. p.m.
Men's Fraternity 1: Quest for Authentic Manhood, Room 8, led by Doug Bedgood. This study gives men a clear definition of manhood and journey to be all that God has called them to be.
Wednesdays, 5 p.m.
Men's Fraternity 3rd Year: The Great Adventure, Room 5 led by Dan Avrett (491-4280). Discover what it means to live the great adventure God has for you.
Wednesdays, 6 p.m.
Men's Fraternity 1st Year: The Quest for Authentic Manhood, Room 5, led by Dan Avrett (491-4280) This series helps men discover masculine identity and shows them how to make the pursuit of Authentic Manhood a lifelong priority.
The Truth Project, Room 6, led by Brian Desotell (907-0081). This home study is the starting point for looking at life from a biblical perspective.
Beth Moore Women's Bible Study, Room 9, led by Diane Avrett. Jesus One and Only. Study teh life and ministry of Jesus, get to know Jesus in a whole new way, as your One and Only.
What We Believe, Room 10, led by Doug Bedgood. Baptist Faith and Message. A Study on what Baptist believe and why.
Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.
Women’s Bible Study: Joy in the Morning, Room 9, led by Jessica Geib (212-7761 ) Convenient time especially for mothers to connect with others
Thursdays, 6 p.m.
College Bible Study (Thurs. PM), the Francis’ home, led by Billy & Lisa Francis (329-7445). A group of college students who meet for dinner, worship and Bible study. They discuss the relevance and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life.
Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.
Adults - Twenty-something's, the Johnsons’ home, led by Todd & Kimberly Johnson (668-7910). Study begins at 7 p.m. A group for young adults who study and discuss how to live a biblical worldview in the today's culture: and how to become leaders that are 'influencers'.
Fridays, 6 p.m.
Married Couples Group, Choir Room led by Dan & Kara Murphy (562-1578) This group of married couples meets the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month for Bible Study.
Childcare and age appropriate groups are provided on Sunday mornings and afternoons, Wednesday evenings and on the 1st and 3rd Friday evenings of each week.
If you would like more information about Celebration’s Groups and would like to talk to someone today, Chari Wester will be in the foyer to answer any questions you may have. You can also call her at 893-1709 or email her at cwester@icelebration.org.
May 14, 2013
