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Growth Groups are communities of 8-12 people who meet in homes or at the church to build relationships, encourage each other, grow spiritually, and serve together. Eighteen groups are currently meeting in locations around the Pioneer Valley and new groups are regularly forming. Not sure which group might be the best match? Contact the church office at 549-3596 or office@fbcamherst.org and one of the pastors will contact you. Here are the groups this semester:
Through the Bible Group
Sundays @ 9:30 a.m.
Want the big picture of Scripture? This group is taking a journey through the Bible. Come survey historical background, cultural context, teaching themes, and life application of every book. Childcare is provided. Contact: Archie Nebedum.
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Sunday Morning Group
Sundays @ 11:00 a.m.
Does the Old Testament feel like what’s happening is a world away? Come learn about the history, culture, land, and people of the Old Testament to grasp the message for our lives today. Childcare is provided. Contact: Stephen Broyles.
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Women in the Word
Sundays @ 3:00 p.m.
For three thousand years the Psalms have spoken of God’s love, wisdom, comfort, and direction to God’s people. Women of all ages are invited to explore the Psalms together and encourage each other in our journey. Contact: Evie Hopkins.
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Maximum Impact Youth
Sundays @ 6:00 p.m.
Students in grades 7-12 gather for fun games, creative learning, group discussion, and lots of food. Fun events, weekend retreats, community service, and mission trips are scheduled throughout the year. Contact: David McCahon.
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Amherst Growth Group
Mondays @ 6:30 p.m.
How can I live my faith in my marriage, family, community, and work? This group of all ages gathers to build friendships, pray together, and study the Bible to help each other faithfully follow Christ. Contact: Stan & Patti Zimmer.
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20-Somethings Group
Mondays @ 6:30 p.m.
College students, grad students, and young adults are invited to eat dinner, pray together, study Scripture, and encourage each other to follow Christ while navigating through the young adult season of life. Contact: Jon Todd.
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Faith That Works Group
Mondays @ 7:00 p.m.
Are you looking for a supportive environment to build faith that works in real life? This group is for you! Come to encourage each other, pray together, and explore how the Bible applies to life. Contact: Ron & Nancy Loescher.
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Foundations Group
Mondays @ 7:30 p.m.
Do you want to build a foundation for your faith? Come learn about foundational beliefs of Christian faith and explore how to grow spiritually. The only silly question is an unasked question in this group! Contact: Tom & Gail Carpenter.
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Senior Citizen Breakfast
Tuesdays @ 9:00 a.m.
Senior citizens from First Baptist and their friends gather for breakfast at Sully’s Restaurant in Hadley to enjoy social time together and support each other. This group meets every other week. Contact: Evie Hopkins.
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Faith Builders Group
Tuesdays @ 6:00 p.m.
This growth group is forming with primarily young married couples and single people who want to build friendships and grow as faithful followers of Christ. Childcare is provided! Contact: Andy & Anna Fast.
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Morning Glory Group
Thursdays @ 9:30 a.m.
Women of all ages are invited to this morning group to share encouragement, support, prayer and spiritual growth together. Come have your soul refreshed and your spirit lifted. Contact Joanne Tourigny.
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Couples Growth Group
Wednesdays @ 6:00 p.m.
This group of married couples is primarily faculty members and grad students who build friendships and help each other follow Christ at home, on campus, and in everyday life. Childcare is provided. Contact: Craig & Trish Nicolson.
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Worship Arts Group
Wednesdays @ 6:00 p.m.
The worship teams gather before rehearsal to pray together and study Scripture. Leading worship is a wonderful privilege with deep satisfaction, but worship artists need to replenish their souls and grow together. Contact: Trip Weiler.
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Women’s Growth Group
Wednesdays @ 6:30 p.m.
Women of all ages are forming this group to build friendships and grow spiritually. This semester features a video series about with the insightful teaching of Beth Moore and group discussions. Childcare is provided. Contact: Cathy Muth.
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Christianity 101
Wednesdays @ 7:00 p.m.
Do you have questions about the Christian faith? Does the Bible seem confusing? Do you want to build a foundation for your faith? Christianity 101 is an 8-week group offered once a year exploring beliefs of Christian faith. Contact Greg Mozel.
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Global Village
Thursdays @ 7:00 p.m.
People from many nations and diverse cultures are forming this global community. Come meet people from around the world, explore Christian faith, and help each other navigate life in this community. Contact: Chung-Tae Ha.
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Band of Brothers
Saturdays @ 8:00 a.m.
Band of Brothers are men helping each other honor God as husbands, fathers, friends, employees, etc. To learn about men’s prayer group, men’s breakfasts, men’s retreats, and more, contact David McCahon.
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Prayer Warriors
Saturdays @ 6:00 p.m.
Everyone is invited to participate as a prayer warrior to share praises and pray for each other, our church, mission partners, and the world. Contact: Archie Nebedum.
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