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Ministries & Activities
Adults
Additional information concerning the following groups is available by contacting our church office at (610) 876-8725.
Sunday Morning Learning Groups
Winter 2008 Sunday Adult Learning Groups starting January 26, 2008
Community is a very important part of every Christian’s spiritual growth. In community we are challenged and encouraged. We are offered accountability and given the opportunity to cultivate deep relationships–with God and others. Learning groups at Grace Church are designed to help adult men and women grow spiritually in community. Even though we may be at different places in our spiritual journey, we hope to offer a learning opportunity that meets you where you are. Please join us!
9:00am
Minor Prophets
Mike Plourde
In this class we will resume the study of the minor Prophets. Our emphasis will be on understanding what the prophet was saying to his generation and how that applies to our lives in the Twenty-first century. You need not have been present for the previous studies. All you need is an open heart and willing mind.
Foundational Truths for Spiritual Growth
Tim Cowen
Many Christians desire to know God better, to experience God more deeply and to love God more. God desires these traits for us too. Failing to grow is not an option for believers—at least, not if we want to please God. In this class, designed with new believers in mind, we will explore how we can grow spiritually. Tony Evans has written the book, Life Essentials, which will guide us in this study.
10:45am
Consider the Sermon
Enoch Stevenson
You hear the Sunday morning sermon and find it challenging. How did it affect others who listened? What does the message mean for everyday life? After a time of prayer, this class engages in a discussion in which class members are warmly welcomed to share their insights and experiences or just listen to the conversation. Together we are building a deeper understanding of the truth, meaning, and purpose that God has given us.
Philippians - A Letter From Prison
Pamela Canning (Women)
Paul's prison letter to the church in Philippi has words of thanks, encouragement, correction and challenge. God's Word through Paul is relevant for us today! Please join us as we study God's Word together.
Praying: Finding Our Way Through Duty to Delight
Pastor Dan Williams & David Carnahan
Be honest; do you pray? If so, why do you pray? How should you pray? Is it possible for someone to move from no praying or dutiful praying to delightful praying? For most Christians, prayer is a struggle. This class combines passionate exploration of the subject of prayer with practical advice and experiments in prayer. "Praying is the essence of Christian existence," says J.I. Packer. Join us as we seek to strengthen our connection to God through prayer.
Wednesday Adult Groups (7:00 - 8:15pm)
Explore the truths of God’s word in your life. Choose from one of these opportunities.
How People Change - led by Pastor Tim - Learn how God changes people’s lives as He transforms their hearts by His grace.
Two Ways to Live - led by Pastor Dan -
Grow in your understanding of the content of the gospel and your confidence in sharing it with others.
The Book of Daniel - led by Pastor Dick - Learn how Daniel and his friends learned to survive and thrive among people who do not acknowledge God.
Starting February 6th
Divorce Care (Pastor Tim Cowen) - Divorce Care, Inc. is a both a program and a support group that offers a biblical approach to divorce and separation as well as related issues such as reconciliation, remarriage, forgiveness and the effect of divorce on children and families. It emphasizes that real healing from the intense pain of divorce must begin with a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you find yourself in the difficult situation of marriage separation or divorce, please join us for encouragement and help.
What’s So Amazing About Grace? (Pastor Dan Williams) - Can you answer this question? Grace is a precious word for Christians, but do you know what’s so amazing about it? Grace changes things. You are invited to join this thrilling journey of discovering grace. This group will consider the power of grace upon relationships – with God, ourselves and others.
Why We Believe What We Believe (Pastor Richard Taylor) - You may know what you believe but do you know why you believe it? In this class, you will have opportunity to see what the Bible Fellowship Church came to believe by following the changes that have happened through the years. You will explore important questions. Can you trust what the Bible teaches you? How does God change a person from the inside out? Can we know how the world will end? If you are a Christian, can you be sure that God will keep you? This class will not be a lecture but will allow you to interact by asking questions and sharing your insights with the others who join it.
How to Give a Defense without Becoming an Offense (Pastor Richard Taylor) [note: this class begins at 8:15pm]. How many times have you been placed in an uncomfortable situation when faced with skeptical questions about Christianity? You know what is true but are unable to communicate it effectively. In this class, you will how to answer basic objections which are opportunities to explain the Gospel.
Weekly Groups
Ladies Fitness & Fellowship (Monday 7:15pm)
Pray Down is now being changed to "Ladies Fitness and Fellowship". If you are interested in a group that encourages you in the area of fitness through Bible study, exercise and fellowship, then this group is for you. All we ask is your commitment to the Lord, yourself, and to us. It's free except for the purchase of a book.
Ladies Bible Study (Tuesday 9:15-11:15am)
[Child care will be provided for infants through kindergarten.]
"He Speaks to Me" by Priscilla Shirer
God wants to speak directly to each of his beloved children not to just a few spiritual elite. In her book Priscilla looks at God's call to Samuel and uncovers six characteristics essential for hearing from God. This study will be led by Dawn Gambrill and Robin Bronkema.
Please join us starting January 22nd.
Ladies Home Bible Study
[Meets alternating Tuesday evenings from 7:00pm - 9:15pm at the Simmons starting September 18th]
"The Patriarchs -
Encountering the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob"
Explore with Beth Moore such concepts as blessing, covenant, and promise. See how they affect our lives as New Testament believers. Get to know the individuals and families God used to birth His redemptive plan. See a perfect and holy God endure in His relationship with man at his best - and at his weakest and worst. Full of twists and turns, ruin and redemption, revelation and mystery, this in-depth study of Genesis 12-50 will keep you captivated by the God who stars in it. This eleven week study includes personal, daily assignments and weekly group sessions.
Post High School Young Adult Group
This group is for guys and girls who have graduated from high school and want to connect with others who are engaging the same questions and issues that face young adults. This group enjoys a wide range of activities from study the Scriptures to attending movies. If you are in college or working as a young adult then check us out! We meet each Thursday night at 8:00 PM.
Grace Small Groups
Grace small groups seek to be "diverse, authentic and life-changing communities of grace glorifying God by living the gospel." Grace small groups are open to anyone who wants to connect with God, with other believers, and with their "neighbors" in the community. No matter where you are on your journey with Jesus Christ there is a place for you in a Grace small group. These groups meet each week at various homes around the community. Please call Dan Williams at the church office if you have any questions or would like to get involved!
Monthly Groups
Young at Heart
We meet for lunch and fellowship the second Tuesday of every month from October through May.
Couples Group
Discussion material: Love & Respect by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
Married couples interested in maintaining a God-centered relationship with their spouse
meet the 3rd Friday of the month at 7:00 PM from September to May. Our meetings include a
short presentation, discussion and fellowship.
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