Transforming Lives by Connecting People to God and One Another
What are Life Groups?
Life Groups help people grow spiritually by building relationships with other Christians and by giving people a place to explore how the Bible applies to their lives.
Where/When - Most groups meet every other week, either at the church or at a member’s home in Sienna Plantation. A few groups meet weekly.
Who – Anyone, member or visitor, married or single, is welcome in our Life Groups. Some Life Groups are based upon a common stage of life. Several are kid-friendly.
What Happens – Life Groups participate in Bible study, prayer, and fellowship. Meetings typically last 1.5 hours, with half the time spent socializing and half the time spent discussing a Bible passage.
2012 Spring Life Groups
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TUESDAYS
Study: Ladies Prayer Group
Description: Please join us on Tuesday mornings for a very informal hour of prayer. We will meet and pray about everything from personal needs, family concerns, community, government, church, current events, schools etc. Prayer is a powerful way to lift up yourself and others, knowing God has heard our needs. Remember the bible says in Matthew 18:20 "For where two or more come together there am I with them." This is a group where you are welcome to come and go as you please.
Leader(s): Sally Hrebener
Time: 9:00 am
Location: Sienna Plantation
Group: Women
WEDNESDAYS
Study: Lies Women Believe: And the Truth that Sets Them Free
Description: In this study we will explore areas of deception common to many Christian women -- lies about God, sin, priorities, marriage and family, emotions, and more. The study deals honestly with women's delusions and illusions, and helps us go deeper into God’s word, walk more fully in His grace, and experience the joy of the abundant life
Christ has promised.
Leader(s): Jill Aycock,
Time: 9:30 am
Location: The Harvest UMC
Group: Women
Study: Financial Peace University
Description: In 13 action-packed lessons, you'll learn how to beat debt, build wealth, find bargains, invest for the future, give like never before, and much more! This information will change your life. Financial Peace University (FPU) consists of a video curriculum—taught by financial expert Dave Ramsey—that incorporates small-group discussions to encourage accountability and discipleship. Financial Peace University is highly entertaining for everyone, with a unique combination of humor, informative financial advice and biblical messages.Cost Per Kit - $93 (covers all materials for course)
Leader(s): Ed Hamilton
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: The Harvest UMC
Group: Adults
Study: Scoping the Bible
Description: The Bible is our best source for knowing God, but it can be complex and confusing. It is a compilation of history, allegory, poetry, narrative, biography, and more. It is not necessarily chronological and the same stories are often told from more than one point of view.
We will learn how to consider many factors (history, allegory, poetry, narrative, biography, and more) when reading the bible to gain richer meaning. This course will benefit beginners and experts.
Leader(s): Roxann Schulte
Time: 6:30 pm (4 Weeks Only, 1/25-2/15)
Location: The Harvest UMC
Group: Adults
Study: How to Pray After You’ve Kicked the Dog
Description: Just why is it so hard to pray? You may be surprised at some of the hidden reasons. This, sometimes humorous, look at how to defeat intimidation, shame and fear of failure will give you a new freedom for your prayer life. Explore your prayer temperament and learn how to pray in a manner that is effective and personally satisfying. If you are looking for something to give up during Lent, give up Wednesday evenings to God.
Leader(s): Roxann Schulte
Time: 6:30 pm (Lenten Study, 2/29 – 4/4)
Location: The Harvest UMC
Group: Adults
Study: A Life Worth Living *NEW*
Description: A Life Worth Living is an nine-week course based on Paul's letter to the Philippians. Learn how it is possible to live the Christian life positively, practically and joyfully.
Leader(s): Rob Blomstrom
Time: 6:30 pm (Every other week)
Location: Sienna Plantation
Group: Adults
Study: Bible Study In The Book of Galatians
Description: Is a person saved by faith alone, or by a combination of faith plus works? Paul’s letter to the Galatians proclaims that salvation is through faith alone. It also emphasizes freedom in Christ to live by the power of the Spirit, knowing that our relationship with God is not based on our performance but on the finished work of Jesus Christ. So we are truly free, not to serve our sinful nature, but to love and serve our Lord and others.
Leader(s): Ryan Sanford
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: The Harvest UMC
Group: Men
THURSDAYS
Study: GriefShare *NEW*
Description: If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, you’ve probably found there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. GriefShare groups meet weekly to help you face these challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. Each GriefShare session has three distinct elements: Video Seminar with Experts, Support Group Discussions with Focus & Workbook-based Personal Study and Reflection.
Leader(s): Missy Warner
Time: 7:00 pm, beginning March 1st
Location: The Harvest UMC
Group: Adults
FRIDAYS
Study: Bible Study In The Book of Job
Description: When suffering comes to us, we often ask why. The book of Job examines the suffering of one man who suffered precisely because he was blameless. His friends supposed that Job was guilty of some unknown sin. They tried to persuade him to repent, but Job did not accept their past explanations. Finally, God appeared, but he did not give Job the answers he sought. Instead, God confronted him, changed his perspective, and blessed him.
Leader(s): James Kisiel
Time: 6:00 am
Location: The Harvest UMC
Group: Men
Study: Battlefield of the Mind – Winning The Battle in Your Mind
Description: Discover how to become free from being ruled by depression, anger, worry, doubt, confusion, condemnation, or fear. Each thought-provoking question will help you search for truth from God's Word that you can apply to your life to bring the freedom you need.
Leader(s): Dianna Stamp, Sally Hrebenar,
Time: 9:30 am
Location: The Harvest UMC
Group: Women
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Life Group?
A Life Group is a small group of 8 - 15 people who gather together regularly to develop friendships, study the Bible, and growth in their relationships with God. Many of these groups are of similar ages and life stages.
Why should I get involved in a Life Group?
Everyone needs relationships in their lives - someone to listen and laugh with; someone to cry and celebrate with; someone to encourage us and to challenge us. Life Groups provide a place where you can 'do life together' with others. It is a place to belong and to grow as a person.
Who attends a Life Group?
Anyone! Adults who are married, single, with children, without children, or 'empty-nesters' -- whatever your age group, whether you are new to The Harvest or have been attending for a while, we have a group for you!
When do Life Groups meet?
Life Groups may meet any day of the week at any time. For more information about groups that are currently meeting, please check online or visit the Information Table in the church lobby.
Where do Life Groups meet?
They can meet in the home of the group leader or a member of the group, in restaurants, or in the church building.
How long does a Life Group last?
Life Groups typically last for a 'season': 8-13 weeks. Some groups meet every week; others only meet on alternate weeks. After the semester, group members decide if they want to continue meeting together for the next semester.
New Life Groups start each semester for about three months and then take 3-4 weeks off before the next semester.
Fall Semester: September - December
Spring Semester: January - April
Summer Semester: June - August
What is the length of each Life Group gathering?
Groups typically meet for 1.5 to 2 hours.
What do Life Groups study?
Curriculum is selected by our Discipleship Team. We offer many different types of curricula, such as Experiencing God, Financial Peace University, various Bible book studies, introductory courses, Marriage Enrichment, spiritual formation groups, and topical studies.
What is the format of a Life Group?
Though each group will differ in how they do things, group time generally consists of Bible study, building relationships, discussion, and prayer. Many groups also socialize around snacks or a light meal.
Is childcare provided for each Life Group?
With the blessing of our new building, we are able to offer childcare for some of our Life Groups. The master-list shows which groups provide childcare.
When can I join a Life Group?
Anytime you want! That's right . . . you can join a group any time you want. If you are looking to join a group at the start of a semester, you will see plenty of Life Group publicity at church. If you want to join a group mid-season, come by the Ministry Information Table in the church lobby and we will help you find a group to join.
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