A Small Group is a great place to make connections with our church family and do life together, build friendships, learn God's Word, and have fun. No matter what kind of group you’re looking for or what stage of life you’re in, we want you to be in a community with people who encourage you and help you grow in Christ.

Spiritual growth best happens within the context of relationships.

WANT TO START A SMALL GROUP?
You can host a small group, lead a small group, or you have the option to be host and leader of a small group. We hold regular Small Group 101 Trainings so that you can be equipped and confident in hosting and/or leading! 
click here to sign up for our small group 101 training
WANT TO JOIN A SMALL GROUP?
We have several options on different days of the week and areas of town. Scroll down to see our current offerings and then to fill out an interest form. Pastor Denis will then get back to you and give you more details!

Current Small Groups

Braik Small Group*
Sundays
Young couples (children welcomed) - led by Dan and Lindsey Braik and meets east of Columbia (65201) every other week
Barrier Small Group
Mondays
Multigenerational - led by Bret and Sandra Barrier via Zoom every week
Brazilian Small Group
Fridays
Led by Denis and Erika Garijo and meets south of Columbia (65203) every other week
Brenner Small Group
Sundays
Multigenerational - led by Ray & Rachel Brenner and meets in Ashland (65010) once a month
Crosby Small Group
Sundays
Singles and families (children welcomed) - led by Kevin and Kathleen Crosby and meets in Centralia every week
Dencker & Faucett Small Group
Tuesdays
Multigenerational - led by Sam & Emily Dencker and Bruce & Rhonda Faucett and meets east of Columbia (65201) every other week
Mackey Small Group
Sundays
Multigenerational - led by David & Mary Mackey and meets in Boonville area every other week
Ladies Small Group
Tuesdays
Mature ladies - led by Donna Brown and meets at Grace on Tuesdays at 1pm
Lidholm Small Group*
Sundays
Middle age couples - led by Eric and Susan Lidholm and meets south of Columbia (65203) every other week
Real Men
Thursdays
Men - led by Mike Burt and meets at Bob Evans every other week, see events calendar under the connect tab to find out when they meet next.
Special Needs Small Group
Sundays
Families of children with special needs - Led by Denis Garijo, Brian Schwartz, and Brad Bross and meets at the church every other week
Young Adult Small Groups
Tuesdays
Young Adults ages 20-29, no childcare - one led by Jim & Karla Longhofer (meet in 65201 area code) and another one led by David & Pamela Kirshner (meet in the 65202 area code), both meet very other week
*this group is currently at capacity

Interest form for a Small Group

We'd love to get you connected to a small group in your area. Fill out the form below to get started.

Small groups help people grow in their faith and build community. Our groups take place throughout the week in different neighborhoods, so use this form to find a group that's right for you. We'd love to have you join us!






















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