Small Groups
We believe a vital part of our ministry to the body and others occurs though our small group studies. These studies take place throughout the year and at a variety of locations: in homes or at the church. Each study is based on the Word and encourages an atmosphere of accountability within the group. Small groups vary throughout the year from intense Biblical studies to accountability only type groups. An additional aspect of some small groups is the "bridge building"component. These groups not only study God's word together, but look for a way to demonstrate God's love in our local community. These projects vary but are designed to demonstrate Christ through actions and words to those in need.
SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDIES FOR BOTH MEN & WOMEN
How to Make Choices You Won't Regret, by Kay Arthur & B.J. Lawson, meeting every other Sunday night at 7:00 p.m. at the church, beginning September 25th. Dick & Cindy Nichols will lead this small group which will examine the lives of David, Josiah, Eve, and Jesus. This study is designed for those who are newcomers to the church.
The Exira Bible Study will begin to meet on Thursday, September 8th at Bethany Farm. We are continuing a study which looks at the thread of Christ throughout scripture from Creation to the Cross. We will typically meet on the first three Thursdays of each month from 7:00-8:30 p.m. Pastor Al is leading this group and anyone is welcome to attend.
Living by the Book: Exodus begins Sunday, January 22, from 6:00-7:30pm at the church. This is a small group Bible study using the Howard Hendricks "Living by the Book" study method to "pre-study" the Exodus scriptures that Pastor Don will be preaching from on the following Sunday. Anyone is welcome. Sign up in the Fellowship Hall. Contact Emerson or Joyce Link at 243-2385 with questions.
MEN'S GROUP
NEW! Young Father's Study Group! Quiet Strength: Discovering God's Game Plan for a Winning Life, by Tony Dungy. Encouraging materials for young dads led by Jim Skartvedt and Dick Nichols. Meeting at the church during AWANA, Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00 p.m. beginning September 28th.
WOMEN'S GROUPS
How to Study the Bible & Philippians, a women's study led by Linda Nichols. This study will meet on Sunday mornings from 9:15-10:15 a.m. in the church kitchen starting September 11th. Limited to 8 members - must sign up.
James: Mercy Triumphs, by Beth Moore, will begin on Monday, January 9th at 2:00 p.m. in the home of Shirley Ferguson, 707 E. 17th Street in Atlantic. Contact Shirley at 243-3593 if you have any questions.
The Book of Luke, a study for women meeting Mondays from 7:00-8:30 p.m. starting September 12th at the home of Sheri Rush, 66828 560th Street, Griswold, IA. Contact Sheri Rush with questions at (712)778-2763.
Getting to Know Your Bible/Genesis, a women's study meeting Tuesdays at the church from 7:00-8:30 p.m. beginning September 13th and/or Fridays from 1:30-3:00 p.m. beginning September 16th (to be determined as needed for schedules). In this study we will get to know our way around in the Bible for approximately 4 weeks and then apply those principles to the book of Philippians. Contact Sheri Rush with questions at (712)778-2763.
Lord, Give Me a Heart for You, a devotional study by Kay Arthur on having a passion for God. This study meets on Wednesday mornings from 6:45-8:30a.m. at Pam Russell's home, 503 E 14th St. in Atlantic (across from Washington school), and will be starting January 11th. Pam Russell and Carol Dimig will be co-facilitating this study.
To Live Is Christ, a women's study on Paul by Beth Moore, Wednesday mornings at 10:00 a.m. at the church, starting September 7th. Led by Treva Turpin.
Anointed, Transformed, Redeemed, a women's study by Kay Arthur, Priscilla Shirer and Beth Moore, Fridays at 9:30 a.m. at the church, starting September 16th. This study is led by Treva Turpin, and child care is available.