As the saying goes, connection and growth happen best in circles, not rows. Groups are a great way to meet people, develop relationships, grow spiritually, and make a larger church seem small.
Available Groups
Community groups are ongoing groups that meet from September- May. Registration for groups will take place in August 2024. They generally meet in homes or at the church. Some are formed by geographic location, and some by stage of life. They are designed to help you connect relationally and grow spiritually.
We have groups for married and single adults, young adults, men, and women.
Join other GFCers this summer for fellowship and to discuss the Sunday message. We will meet outside of the South Entrance to GFC (or the East Group Room if rainy) every Thursday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. (except for July 4). Bring a lawn chair and a friend. This is an open group for anyone at any time.
A 13-week, friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. It begins on Thursday, May 23, 6:00-8:00 pm, in North Room 2. Cost: $20. You can join anytime!
Tuesday Evening Men’s Group: Will resume in the fall. Register here.
Wednesday Morning Men’s Group: GFC, East Group Room, 6:30 am. Men of all ages are welcome to study Scripture and pray together. Register here.
Friday Morning Men’s Group: Still Waters Coffeehouse, Gray, 7 am. Build relationships with men in the area, share real-life struggles, and find encouragement in friendship. Register here.
Radical Mentoring: This is a long-term group for men looking to become more of who God intended for them to be. Though the actual meeting time isn’t a lot (monthly meetings of 3 hours as well as 2 extended times over a 10-month period), it does require a lot of intentionality. Some of the requirements are reading and memorizing scripture, accountability, and vulnerability. This group is sure to be a catalyst on your spiritual journey of knowing Jesus.
When: Once a month for 10 months (details to come after sign up) Register Here.
A monthly support group for parents or grandparents of those serving overseas. Family members of global workers left behind can feel a sense of loss when their loved ones are in a foreign field. Often, there are feelings of gratitude for children obedient to God, mixed with a real sense of loss when they leave, even for those who have prayed for God to send workers into the harvest. This group seeks to provide fellowship, resources, and support to others who understand this unique life circumstance.
When: This group typically meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, beginning September 10, 6:30-8 pm, in the Introducing Grace room.
Here is the summer schedule: May 21 – North Room 1, June 10 – 2nd grade room, June 17 – 2nd grade room, July 15, 2nd grade room.
At some level, we all experience brokenness. Through Re:Generation, we believe people can experience growth and new life by working through the healing path God has given us in the Bible. The mission of this biblically-based program is to call all people to be fully devoted followers of Christ. Our experience and prayer are that you will find healing from your hurts, habits, and hang-ups.
Re:Generation meets every Monday night at 6:30 pm at GFC. Even on holidays! Register Here.
Senior Adults Summer Gatherings – We will meet monthly during the summer. In June and July we will explore spiritual gifts for the believer. As believers in the body of Christ, it is our duty and joy to discover, develop, and deploy the special gifts given to us by the Holy Spirit. We will examine several biblical passages and utilize questionnaires to help participants identify their own personal spiritual giftedness. In August, we will discuss prophecy and current world events.
When: We will meet during the summer months on June 12, July 10, and August 14. Refreshments and fellowship will begin at 9:30 am, and our sessions will begin at 10 am. These sessions are hosted by the senior adults, but anyone is welcome to attend.
Where: GFC, East Auditorium
The Grace Single Adult group includes lifelong singles, divorcées, widows, and widowers ages 35 and up (although our “sweet spot” is probably in the 40s, 50s, and 60s since many divorces happen at that age). It’s a great group, and we rally less around our age and more around a mutual desire to grow in the faith, form friendships, recover, heal, serve, love, and have fun. We meet at Grace Fellowship every Thursday at 6:30 for a Bible study and weekly connect for other activities (hikes, concerts, game nights).
When: Thursday, 6:30-8:30 pm, GFC, North Room 1. Childcare is available with a reservation. Register Here.
Looking for an opportunity to meet new people over the summer months? Monthly Dinner Groups are an opportunity for you to have conversation over a meal once a month for an hour or two. You can meet in a home, restaurant, local park, or wherever you choose! These groups are kid-friendly and will be a great opportunity to make some new friends if you are not in a community group, or if your community group is not meeting over the summer.
When: One night a month for 3 months (June – August 2024)
Who: Start one with a group of friends, or request to be placed in a group.
Where: Rotating hosts will choose & communicate locations.
Summer Park Nights:
Grace Young Adults will meet every Thursday through the summer at Willow Springs Park from 6:30 pm – sundown.
Park nights begin May 23 and run every Thursday, weather permitting, until August 15. Find us on Instagram to stay up-to-date on any schedule changes! @grace_young_adults
Types of Groups
Community Groups
These groups often meet in homes and include a time of connection and growth.
Mens
These groups are often topical groups designed for men to interact with each other and develop spiritually.
Womens
These groups are designed just for women.
Marriage
Whether your marriage is a 1 or an 8, it could always be better. These groups are specifically designed to better marriages.
Premarital
These groups are designed specifically for those pursuing marriage.
College / Young Adult
These groups are for those who are in college or are young adults and provide a great way to meet others and grow together.
