Sunday Morning - 8:10 a.m.
Firm Foundation
(Coed-Ages: 28-38)
Facilitator: Todd Woodard
Location: Worship Center-225
Truth Seekers
(Coed-Ages 32-42)
Facilitator: Wayne Walker
Location: Worship Center-226
Kingdom Seekers
(Coed-Ages 32-52)
Facilitator: Tony Kamus
Location: Christian Life Center-F112C
Description: Kingdom Seekers is a Co-Ed Bible Study group meeting at 8:10 each Sunday Morning. We concentrate on the study of the Word of God, book by book, with an emphasis on application that leads to holiness in our day to day lives and praying for one another. Just like family, we celebrate victories together as well as strive to bear one another’s burdens during trying times. We strive to be obedient to the words of Jesus admonishing us to seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness. As we do that, we look forward with confidence, anticipation, expectation and thanksgiving for Our Lord to provide for our spiritual, emotional and physical needs.
Rejoicers I
(Coed-Ages 38-55)
Facilitators: Dennis Blackmon
Location: Worship Center-232
LOST AND FOUND
(Coed – Ages 38-55)
Facilitator: Scott White
Location: Worship Center-221
Description: Come join our class. We are a couples class, ages range from 40 and up. We meet each Sunday morning at 8:10 a.m. in the Legacy Hall. The class consists of adults who are seeking to learn more about God and how better to serve him. We have several ministry programs that reach out to the community, Bible studies from time to time in the homes of our members, socials and get-togethers on a regular basis. Our class strongly believes in the need for small-group support and prayer and you will find that we truly care about each other and are there for each other in times of need. We would love to have you visit with us this week.
Faith Builders (Coed – Ages 38-48)
Facilitators: Ray Laster/Brad Carlson
Time: 8:10 a.m./Location: Christian Life Center-F206
Description: We are a class of married couples ranging from 40 to 55 yrs. old. Our weekly Bible study covers a variety of subjects and themes which encourages discussion, interaction and class participation. We enjoy regular fellowships and ministry projects and have an active prayer ministry.
Sisters in Christ (Ladies – Open)
Facilitator: Paula Larkey
Time: 8:10 a.m./Location: Worship Center-222
Description: Sisters in Christ: As sisters in all life's seasons, our purpose is to find the transforming power of Jesus Christ through prayer, Bible study, fellowship, and service to encourage each other in our walk with Christ.
Band of Brothers (Men – Ages 35-49)
Facilitator: Andy Small
Time: 8:10 a.m./Location: Legacy Hall-D045/048
The Ransomed (Coed – 44-57)
Facilitator: Dennis Creviston
Time: 8:10 a.m./Location: Christian Life Center-F203
Sisterhood of Faith (Ladies – Ages – 39-57)
Facilitator: Jane Hammontree
Time: 8:10 a.m./Location: Worship Center-224
Wisdom Seekers I (Coed – Ages 53-63)
Facilitator: John Jarrell
Time: 8:10 a.m./Location: Worship Center-227B
Wisdom Seekers II (Coed – Ages 55-65)
Facilitator: Raymond Young
Time: 8:10 a.m./Location: Worship Center-227A
Bereans (Men – Ages 40-57)
Facilitator: Tom Wills
Time: 8:10 a.m./Location: Worship Center-205
Description: We are a Men's Bible Study in a variety of ages. Our curriculum is the Bible. We do not use any periodicals. We study chapter by chapter and verse by verse with discussion and input by Men who are in attendance. We consider the Bible to be its own commentary. We have no time schedule to complete the book of the Bible that we are studying. Our curriculum allows each man present to be better versed in the Bible and as a result a better witness for our Lord. Our Teacher is a past missionary and is well versed in the scriptures.
Gloryussingles (Singles – Ages 60+)
Facilitator: Will Clark
Time: 8:10 a.m./Location: Worship Center-201
Description: We are a class of single senior adults, actually we're single again adults. We meet every Sunday at 8:10 a.m. for fellowship, prayer time and Bible Study. We are a caring group of senior adults and look out for each other. We get together about once a month for class fellowship and a devotional time. In addition several of us get together each Sunday after the 9:30 a.m. service for lunch at one of our local restaurant.
The Friendship Class (Ladies – Ages 60+)
Facilitator: Irene Odom
Time: 8:10 a.m./Location: Worship Center-207
Description: This class is a diverse group of ladies ranging in ages 50 to 90 plus, but primarily seniors 60 & over. We love God´s Word and we love to be "doers of the Word". We like to do outreach projects in the community during the holidays & at other times. We like to buy or make items to send to the mission field or for one another! We also enjoy celebrating birthdays the 1st Sunday of the month and we try to go out for lunch occasionally on Sundays.
The Gladiators (Men – Ages 55+)
Facilitator: Lynn Klein
Time: 8:10 a.m./Location: Worship Center-219A/B
Description: A Men’s Bible Fellowship Group dedicated to the study and understanding of God’s word, reflected in a committed and purposeful lifestyle.
9:30 a.m. Classes
The Branch (Coed – Ages in 20s)
Facilitator: Tim Capp
Time: 9:30 a.m./Location: Christian Life Center-F205b/c
Young Family Fellowship (Coed – Ages 27-37)
Facilitators: Vong/Messer
Time: 9:30 a.m./Location: Worship Center-222
Inside Out (Yg. Married Couples Up to Mid 30’s)
Facilitators: Greg & Melanie Wilkinson
Time: 9:30 am/Location: WC-219a/b
A fun, interactive, and relevant discussion based group for young married couples with or without children. Get plugged in with other young Christian families and experience the joy of loving God from the inside-out.
Couples For Christ (Coed – Ages 31-41)
Facilitator: Keith Brantley
Time: 9:30 a.m./Location: Worship Center-221
Ambassador’s Class (Coed – Ages 33-47)
Facilitator: Ron Daniel
Time: 9:30 a.m./Location: Worship Center-226
Encouragers I (Coed – Ages 35-48)
Facilitator: Mike Hicks
Time: 9:30 a.m./Location: Worship Center-225
Description: Our class of married couples “Explore the Bible” through lessons with an open discussion that relates the Scripture to our everyday lives. The couples ranging in age from the mid 30s to mid 40s and we are unique in that most are blended families. We enjoy both men’s and women’s Bible studies during the week for in-depth study that relate to the issues we face and help each other deal with those issues. We have several socials during the year some with just adults but most as families so that relationships are built between the children also. Please join us and learn how we can become more like Jesus.
Encouragers II (Coed – Ages 29-39)
Facilitator: Jeff McGarvey
Time: 9:30 a.m./Location: Christian Life Center – F112a
Newlywed Class (Coed – Ages 20’s & 30’s)
Facilitator: Bob & Kim Matthews
Time: 9:30 a.m./Location: Christian Life Center F-205B/C
Redeemed (Yg. Single Moms 18-25)
Facilitator: Yvette Finlay
Time: 9:30 a.m./Location: Worship Center -223
Description: We are a class for young single mother’s ranging from the ages of 18-25 years old. Our class focus is to assist young women in discovering God's redeeming love for them. We will help young women discover God’s design for their lives by encouraging them to develop strong faith, healthy relationships, and disciplines that will lead them to live the abundant life God intended for them.
Ladies of Beauty (Single Ladies of all ages)
Facilitator: Bonnie Bonnette
Time: 9:30 a.m./Location: Worship Center-205
Description: Our Bible fellowship class has ladies of all ages and all types. Some married, some divorced, some single, some widowed. Praying is a crucial part of growing in Christ! Our group is growing strong in prayer and learning the power of using the Word to pray. The Bible is becoming our daily bread and living water to keep us alive and healthy. As we're meditating more and more on the Word instead of our problems we are amazed at the peace and strength of God! Everyone is part of a small support group. They pray daily for each other and build close relationships
outside of church. For 2009 our monthly night out is a fitness fellowship at the Joy Christian Arts Academy where we have a workout, Bible devotional, prayer, accountability time, and food and fellowship. Our goal is to be like Christ.
Parents of Youth (Coed - Open)
Facilitator: Tommy Lowe
Time: 9:30 a.m./Location: Worship Center-232
Description: We are the class of “Parents of Teenager’s” meeting at 9:30. The teens range in age from middle school to college. We use Christian based “Parenting Teen” books along with a Bible study segment based on Bible studies that our high school/middle school students are using in various youth programs. This curriculum allows us to study similar Bible topics that our youth are using each week, which can lead to “teachable” moments with your teenager. We encourage class participation combining common challenges that we see in raising today’s teen coupled with guidance from God's Word. Our class enjoys socializing with one another on a regular basis and on many occasions including our teens with the fellowships. Please join us for as we attempt to give Biblical based direction to the next generation of Christian leaders.
Seekers (Coed – Ages 40-49)
Facilitator: Doug Bonnette
Time: 9:30 a.m./Location: F-112c
Spanish (Coed – Open)
Facilitator: Antonio DeParis
Time: 9:30 a.m./Location: Annex-Shopping Center
The Fellowship of the King (Coed – Ages 37-47)
Facilitator: Steve Goff
Time: 9:30 a.m./Location: Worship Center-227A/B
Description: "A dynamic and interactive class for median-aged married couples studying God's Word through group discussion. The goal of the class is to learn how to apply the lesson material to everyday life, build new friendships and develop an intimate Christian support network as we worship the King!"
Defenders (Coed –Ages 40-49)
Facilitator: Hitchens/Mohler/Edwards
Time: 9:30 a.m./Location: Worship Center-224
Description: We are a group of great Christian friends who enjoy spending time together and learning from each other. We have different tastes in worship services,so we ended up with two meeting times. Part of our small group meets at 9:30 for Sunday School, and another group meets at 11:00. We still join together in our larger self for our social events, and out-reach ministries. We are couples and individuals, and most all have older children in college or high school. Some of us are younger than others! Many, though by no means all, have a military connection either through our own personal service or through that of our children now active and deployed. We share our lives experiences, cementing our relationships with God, Jesus, and each other. We spend our lessons concentrating on the Explore the Bible series of lessons, as well as many special topics that we sprinkle throughout the year. Such topics include the Baptist Faith and Message; a discussion on denominations, other religions, and cults which went on for several months; a tutorial on Christian Apologia; and a history of God's Church. We do have on Christian Apologia; and a history of God's Church. We do have discussion leaders, but the idea is that we learn from each other, so please come in and feel free to join right in with the conversation. Your participation makes the whole class complete. We welcome any and all.
11:00 a.m. Classes
Adult 6 Coed (Ages 57-67)
Facilitator: Glenn Cunningham
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: WC-232
Singles Alive (Singles – Ages 30-39)
Facilitator: Herb Long
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Worship Center-223
Foundation Builders (Coed – Ages 26-37)
Facilitator: Thompson/Tucker
Time: 11:00 am/Location: Worship Center-221
Description: The Foundation Builders class consists of young married couples
interested in building families and raising kids on practical biblical
principles. We tend to do topical Bible studies with a blend of teaching
and interactive group time. We meet monthly outside of class for
fellowship or helping out at the Ronald McDonald House.
Koinonia (Coed –Ages 33-44)
Facilitator: Dan Wilson
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Worship Center-219A/B
Encourager’s Class III (Coed – Ages 33-44)
Facilitator: Joe Madden
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Christian Life Center F112b
Description: Our fellowship of married adults between 25 and 55 years old diligently seeks to develop our God-given talents and abilities through interactive, application-based Bible study, prayer, and fellowship each Sunday morning. In addition, we are committed to reach out and serve our community through voluntary Mission outreach activities. We regularly fellowship during planned social activities for men, women, and gatherings involving the entire family. Through our small care groups, every class member is a part of a close-knit, well-connected network of believers who provide spiritual accountability, prayer support, and ministering to families as the need arises. We have a friendly, fun-loving, Christ-centered fellowship. Come join us!
Women Reaching Women (Ladies - Open)
Facilitator: Weyerbacher
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Worship Center 226
Description: Our purpose is to create and maintain a beautiful community of spiritual growth, a commitment of prayer and encouragement, that supports women growing closer in their personal relationship with Jesus Christ and with each other. We understand the importance of relationships built within godly values and we strive to provide an atmosphere that promotes true Christian friendships and intimacy with God. It is our heart’s desire that every women who participates in our bible fellowship group will experience the life changing power of God’s truth and grow as sisters in Christ.
International Class for Advanced (Coed – Open)
Facilitator: Harold & Edna Matolka
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Legacy Hall-D045
Description: Our International Bible Study is an outgrowth of the English as a Second Language advanced class which meets on Tuesday nights and Wednesday mornings. Using the Bible as a text book, we study various aspects of the Bible regarding God, salvation, sin, the Bible itself, and the person of Jesus Christ. We also teach our class new vocabulary words, along with the Inductive Bible Study method.
Woman of Love and Faith (Ladies – Open)
Facilitator: Susan Sadighi
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Worship Center-225
Description: Ladies class with an age range from 40 to 75 years old. We have married, single and divorced ladies, with or without children. We study various Christian books/DVDs and learn about God. We fellowship in the class and discuss what we learn from the study. We openly talk about our prayer requests and praises and pray for one another. We invite you to come and visit us and experience our relationship with God and each other.
Disciples (Coed – Ages 39-49) Teacher: Jeff Nash
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Christian Life Center-F112C
Description: The Disciples is a multi-cultural class for adults between the ages of 40 and 59. The variety of backgrounds of class members heightens our awareness of what God is doing within His Church worldwide. We enjoy interacting with one another, learning from one another, and encouraging one another as we study God's Word methodically together using the Explore the Bible curriculum. Our class will offer you the opportunity to actively participate in Bible study and discover how it applies to your everyday life so that you can join us in striving to fulfill John 8:31b-32 where Jesus said, "If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free."
Parents of Youth (Coed – Open)
Facilitator: Tim Maynard
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Christian Life Center-F206
Kingdom Builders (Coed – Ages 40-55)
Facilitator: Rick Hall
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Legacy Hall-D110
Description: The Kingdom Builders Adult Bible Fellowship Group is a class composed primarily of married couples ranging from our 40s to early 60s. We are all "young at heart" and enjoy studying God's Word as well as having fun together. We meet Sunday’s at 11:00-12:15 in room D-110 of Legacy Hall. Our main goal is to grow together in Christ and reach out to serve others in our Church and community. We would love to have you come join us!
Faithful Followers I (Coed – Ages 45-55)
Facilitator: Harry Johnson
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Christian Life Center-F112A
Description: We are a couples class with an age range from early 50’s to mid 60’s. We are a praying, ministering and caring class that loves food, fun, and fellowship. Our Bible study time allows for participation and discussion for those who wish to do so, and we would love for you to come and be a part of our fellowship.
Faithful Followers II (Coed – Ages 45-55)
Facilitator: Bill Carthen
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Worship Center-227A
Faithful Followers III (Coed – Ages 45-55)
Facilitator: Tom Tallman
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Worship Center-227B
Wisdom Seekers III (Coed – Ages 50-60)
Facilitator: John Forrest
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Christian Life Center-F205B/C
Sisters In Christ (Ladies – Open)
Facilitator: Marcia Lightsey
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: F-205A
Description: Our class includes median adult ladies who meet at 11:00 a.m. for Bible study, fellowship, and prayer. We use a topical approach to our study of the Bible and seek to understand and apply scripture to the challenges of living in our secular culture. We welcome visitors and invite you to join us as we build relationships and encourage one another to grow in Christ.
Adult Coed (Coed – Ages 57-67)
Facilitator: Glenn Cunningham
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Christian Life Center-F203
Candle Lighters (Coed – Ages 59-74)
Facilitator: Blair McGarvey
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Worship Center-222
Description: We are a class mostly of "oldies but goodies," and are primarily married couples. There are a few who have lost their mates, or are single. We invite you to come learn with us as we study God's Word and learn how to pass the "light" to others in "darkness". We are a caring BSF class that truly love and care about each other. Our class prayer requests are sent via e-mail and given out in class weekly. We enjoy our Bible Fellowship Group each Sunday, as well as our monthly get together where we get a chance to socialize and enjoy each others company.
The Agape Class (Coed – Open)
Facilitator: Ron Nulph
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Worship Center-201
Description: Our class consist of couples and singles ages 65-96 or older. We encourage class interactive discussion as we study God's Word and spend time in prayer together and enjoy fellowshipping together.We send a child to kids camp each year and we support the Children's Home in Lakeland. Please join our class for a Bible learning experience.
Joy Class (Ladies – Ages 65+)
Facilitator: Sue Blackwell
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Worship Center-207
Senior Adult Men (Men – Ages 65+)
Facilitator: Bob Ward
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Worship Center-205
Defenders (Coed –Ages 40-49)
Facilitator: Hitchens/Mohler/Edwards
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Worship Center-224
Description: We are a group of great Christian friends who enjoy spending time together and learning from each other. We have different tastes in worship services,so we ended up with two meeting times. Part of our small group meets at 9:30 for Sunday School, and another group meets at 11:00. We still join together in our larger self for our social events, and out-reach ministries. We are couples and individuals, and most all have older children in college or high school. Some of us are younger than others! Many, though by no means all, have a military connection either through our own personal service or through that of our children now active and deployed. We share our lives experiences, cementing our relationships with God, Jesus, and each other. We spend our lessons concentrating on the Explore the Bible series of lessons, as well as many special topics that we sprinkle throughout the year. Such topics include the Baptist Faith and Message; a discussion on denominations, other religions, and cults which went on for several months; a tutorial on Christian Apologia; and a history of God's Church. We do have on Christian Apologia; and a history of God's Church. We do have discussion leaders, but the idea is that we learn from each other, so please come in and feel free to join right in with the conversation. Your participation makes the whole class complete. We welcome any and all.
Band of Brothers (Men – Ages 35-49)
Facilitator: Andy Small
Time: 11:00 a.m./Location: Legacy Hall-D045/048