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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.
Come on a journey through the Bible! This group will survey the historical background, cultural context, teaching themes and life application of the New Testament. Childcare is provided. Contact: Archie Nebedum.
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Peter's Life & Letters
Sundays @ 9:30 a.m.
College students and people of all ages are invited to a survey of Peter's life and New Testament letters. Peter's life shows how an ordinary person can have impact in the kingdom of God. Contact: Pat Kappenman.
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Sunday Morning Group
Sundays @ 11:00 a.m.
Are you looking for a Bible studey to dig deeper into Scripture? Everyone is invited to this study of the three letters of John in the New Testament this semester. Childcare is provided. Contact: Stephen Broyles.
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Women in the Word
Sundays @ 3:00 p.m.
Women of all ages are invited to build friendships, encourage each other, and grow in relationshp with Christ. The group is studying the practical wisdom in the book of James. Contact: Evie Hopkins.
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The HUB Youth Group
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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Journey With Jesus
Sundays @ 6:00 p.m.
Who was Jesus? What did he teach? How can we follow Christ in everyday life? come on a journey with Jesus as we explore some of the Gospel stories and grow closer to Christ. This 6-week class begins on November 8. Contact: Greg Mozel.
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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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Faith That Works Group
Mondays @ 7:00 p.m.
Are you looking for a supportive environment to build faith that works in daily life? Come encourage each other, pray together, ask questions, and explore how the Bible applies to our lives. 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: Guy & Karen DeBrun.
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Morning Glory Women
Wednesdays @ 9:30 a.m.
Women of all ages are invited to this morning group for tasty treats, gourment coffee, warm fellowship, and spiritual growth. We are learning from the lives of wormen in the Bible. 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: Richard & Laura Vachet.
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Global Village
Wednesdays @ 6:30 p.m.
People from many nations and diverse cultures form 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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