Kirby Church Life Groups Winter/Spring 2014

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1 Kirby Church Life Groups Winter/Spring 2014 Life Groups exist to empower the people of Kirby Church to build community and foster spiritual growth. Whether you are reading through a Bible Study together, serving together, or sharing a common interest, our Life Groups are the place where life change happens.

2 In times of need and times of fun, Kirby Life Groups are your source of friendship and support. They are key to developing connections with those who share your interests or people who are dealing with similar life issues. Small groups are an opportunity to reach out to others, while growing in your walk with the Lord. Groups meet weekly or biweekly in various locations. You will never fully experience all that Kirby Church has to offer until you connect in a small group! Day after day, in the temple courts and from house to house, they never stopped teaching and proclaiming the good news that Jesus is the Messiah. Acts 5:42 CHILDREN Tot Spot Infant This is a wonderful place for kids to begin their adventure in learning about Jesus! This is a warm, secure and loving environment for children from birth to 2 years. Leader: Anne Hutchinson When: 9:30 & 11:00am Where: Kirby Church Anthony Wing Tot Spot Toddler This is an active place during each weekend service, where 2-3 year olds experience hands- on activities to begin to lay a spiritual foundation. Love and fun make learning meaningful in Tot Spot! Leader: Anne Hutchinson When: 9:30 & 11:00am Where: Kirby Church Anthony Wing 4 Year- Old Life Group Leaders: Malissa Eversole & Dana Murray When: 9:30 Where: Kirby Church Room W104 5 Year- Old Life Group Leaders: Yolanda Sorrell, Renee McCroskey, & Kristen Locklear When: 9:30 Where: Kirby Church Room W105 1 st - 2 nd Grade Life Group God has given your 1 st & 2 nd grader the ability to absorb knowledge in amazing ways. The teachers of this class seek to capitalize on your child s ability to retain knowledge. You will be amazed at what your child learns. Leaders: Sue Anthony & Linda Harden When: 9:30 Where: Kirby Church Room W106 3 rd - 4 th Grade Life Group At this age, your child s personality development is starting to peek. Allow the 3 rd and 4 th grade class to be an influence in your child s life as they discover who they are and who God means for them to be. Leaders: Jason & Nina Martin Contact: ninammartin3@gmail.com When: 11:00am Where: Kirby Church Room W106 5 th - 6 th Grade Life Group The DAWGs (Disciples of an Awesome God) know how to have a great time! Your child s final years in children s ministry will not be soon forgotten with all the wonderful things they will learn about Christ. Leaders: Brian & Cheryl Verner Contact: vernertech@yahoo.com When: 11:00 Where: Kirby Church Room W107

3 TEENS Ignite Junior High (teens 7 th 8 th grade) There s more to life than the latest crush or the newest movie. Get involved in something bigger than yourself. Make a difference in this world! Have fun, build lasting friendships and learn amazing Biblical principles. Learn just how real God is in your life! Leaders: Chris & Lindsay Fowler / Jeff & Amber Kemp Contact: crfowler41@sbcglobal.net When: Sunday s at 9:30 Where: Kirby Church Room W103 Impact Senior High Teens 9 th through 12 th grade get together to discuss and sometimes even debate many of life s current issues. We apply principles learned in God s word to decipher what is best for our lives today. Leaders: Jeremy Sorrell & Erica Miller Contact: emiller0932@charter.net When: Sunday s at 9:30 Where: Kirby Church Room W102 Girls Life Group In this life group we will be unveiling the lies we are so often told be this world. This group will provide a safe community for junior high and senior high girls to discover truths that will change their lives. Leader: Ruth Anne Hutchinson & Taylor Kerr Contact: taylorkerr3@yahoo.com When: Sunday s at 1:30pm Where: Ruth Anne Hutchinson s House Jr High & Sr High Boys In this life group we will be learning different characteristics of Jesus. This group will provide junior high and senior high boys with a community of encouragement. Ultimately we will be discovering who Jesus is. Leader: Clayton Kerr, Jeff Kemp, and Cory Buckner Contact: Clayton@kirbychurch.com When: Monday nights at 6:30 Where: Clayton Kerr s House Young Hearts Worship This life group is for junior high and senior high students who are interested in learning about worship. We'll be studying worship, vocals, instruments, and how to set up/break down for worship. This group is not just for those who are musically inclined but also for all those who want to know what it takes to be a part of a worship team. Leader: Roger Gurganus Contact: roger.gurganus@yahoo.com When: Wednesday evenings at 5:00 Where: Kirby Gym YOUNG ADULTS The Orchard This Life Group for college and career young adults provides you with a challenge to grow deeper in your walk with Christ through community. Leader: Scott & Sarah Ferrier Contact: sbethferrier@gmail.com When: 7:00pm Where: Various locations please for details ADULTS Adult Singles Bible Study and Fellowship Single adults who share Christian values have a place to fellowship and grow through Bible studies and prayer. This group creates opportunities to serve others, reach out to single adults with the love of Christ and create a family of friends who support and encourage one another. Leader: Charlie Payne Contact: charlieaa@comcast.net When: Every Tuesday at 7:00 pm Where: Kirby Church A121 SEASON 1 These young married adults, mostly between the ages of 30-45, study God s Word with a strong emphasis on applying the truth of Scripture to their lives. Leader: Chad Smith Contact: jchad77@gmail.com When: Sunday s at 11:00am Where: Kirby Church Room W103

4 Wolverine For those whose children are nearly adults, this is an ideal group. The primary style of Bible study is book by book. Leaders: Gerard Memering & Bob Halcomb Contact: / When: Sunday s at 11:00am Where: Kirby Church Room A127 Hospitality Dream Team This group arrives early to make sure every area of the building is ready for Sunday services. After the services, they do a final pick up and walk through the facility. Leaders: Randy & June Alford Contact: thealfords187@gmail.com When: Sunday s 8am Where: Kirby Church Room A125 Greeter Dream Team Love to meet new people and welcome old friends? If you have a pleasant disposition and love people then check out this group. Leader: Steve Olson Contact: nikolson23@yahoo.com When: Sunday s 8:30am Where: Kirby Church Lobby Usher Dream Team Every Sunday morning this group serves the church in the auditorium, welcoming, smiling, and assisting people walking into the services. Leader: Matt McClelland Contact: mattmcclelland22@yahoo.com When: Sunday s at 9:15 & 10:45 Where: Kirby Church A121 Drama (Acting Up) Drama is a powerful element in our services. Call Bob if you like acting, stage work, or assisting behind the scenes. Learn, laugh and serve together. Leader: Bob Joly Contact: bobj@hancockent.com When: Sunday s at 9:30 Where: Kirby Church Multi- Media Interested in working with lights, sound, cameras, recording, video and computer imaging? They enhance the worship experience while serving. Leader: Jenson Smith Contact: callmegin56@yahoo.com When: Sunday s at 9:30 Where: Kirby Church Worship Band This is a group of dedicated musicians that enjoys serving the church through their artistic musical talents. If you are a competent musician and would enjoy using your musical gifts for the Lord, then consider this group. Leader: Don Myers Contact: pastordon@kirbychurch.com When: times and dates vary Where: Kirby Church Stage Worship Team This group of vocalists enjoys serving the church through their artistic vocal abilities. If you are a gifted vocalist and enjoy leading people in worship, then consider this group. Leader: Don Myers Contact: pastordon@kirbychurch.com When: times and dates vary Where: Kirby Church Stage Digging Deeper Learn as you connect with new friends. This Bible study will review and reflect on that Sunday s message, digging deeper into it looking for practical ways to apply the truth of God s Word to our lives. Leader: Al Shelton Contact: shelton0977@yahoo.com When: Every other 6pm Where: Various Homes

5 WDLT Women Doing Life Together This group of women meet twice a month. Leader: Sherrie Shelton Contact: shelton0977@yahoo.com When: The first and third Tuesday of every month 6:30 to 8:00pm Where: Home of Deidre Mouro, Antique, Woodhaven Men s Bible Study This group is for men who desire to improve their personal relationship with Jesus Christ. We know we are nothing without Christ and if we re to grow, we need each other. To study. To be accountable. To glorify God. Leaders: Scott Patterson / Jeff Kemp Contact: scottp621@gmail.com When: Every other Monday starting 6:30pm 8:00pm Where: Exeter Rd, Carleton, MI Precept Inductive Bible Study Hebrews Part 1 (Chapters 1-4) Consider Jesus, Your Merciful High Priest (Ch. 1-4) - 11 Lessons in these last days, God has spoken to us in His Son. What does He say about Jesus, angels, and our great salvation? Learn about Jesus' superiority to all in this exciting study of Hebrews 1-4 that enlightens and enlivens Old Testament law and prophecy. Cost is $20 for the workbook. Leader: Anne Hutchinson Contact: annelhutchinson@aol.com When: Monday 6:30pm September 22 November 24 Where: Kirby Church Emmaus Table Description: This life group meets in the homes of members every other week for fellowship, Bible study and prayer and food! We have game night occasionally, and last winter we went on a retreat up north, complete with sleigh ride and hot chocolate. Leaders: Steve & Laura Draper Contact: drapers_mail@yahoo.com lauradraper@fastmail.fm When: Alternate Saturdays, 7 pm Where: Homes of group members. for more information or specific location. Photography Life Group This group is for those who love photography, have a SLR camera, and will volunteer their time to photograph different Kirby Events throughout the year. This is not a photography how to class but Ashley will be doing some instruction and will teach you how to get off your auto modes. Leader: Ashley Reed Contact: Ashleyreedphotography@gmail.com When: To be announced Where: To be announced Salt N Light This adult life group uses a discussion format to study the Bible and relevant topics of today. Currently we are working thru a series based on the life of King David of Israel as recorded in the Psalms and 2 Samuel. Leader: Bill Hutchinson Contact: whutchinson@mattrid.com When: Sunday s at 9:30am Where: Kirby Church Room A121 The Edge Topics based on Biblical study, book study and application to our lives as we grow our relationship with Christ. Leader: Mark Dolence & Matt McClelland Contact: mdolence@comcast.net mattmcclelland22@yahoo.com When: Sunday s at 9:30am Where: Kirby Church Room W101 Wildcat This lively 50+ group enjoys the study of God s word through Randall House studies. They enjoy getting together, taking trips and serving together outside of class, doing cooking for Christ Net and other events. Leader: Perry Wilson & Robert Carter Contact: perrynjerri@gmail.com Song Leader: Nanci Andrus When: Sunday s at 9:30 Where: Kirby Church Room A127 J2 J2 is the only multi- generational Life Group and is a great place to start to connect at Kirby. This semester we will be using an Andy Stanley series entitled Twisted. Leaders: Dave Hammar & Scott Patterson Contact: dhammer50@yahoo.com / scott621@gmail.comm When: Sunday s at 11:00am Where: Kirby Church Room A121

6 Sunday Evening Couples Group This group meets the first and third Sunday of every month (beginning October 19). Childcare will be provided $5/family each week and bring a dish to share! Join the couples of Kirby for a group study as we go through the book: Love and Respect by Emerson Eggerichs. Leaders: Jacob and Leah Mong Contact: jakenleah@gmail.com When: First and Third Sunday of each month (Beginning October 19 th ) from 5pm to 7pm. Where: Jacob and Leah Mong s house James 1:27 This Life Group is designed for those who have a heart for adoption and or caring for orphans. Whether you have adopted, been adopted, or are considering adoption this group is for you. Leaders: Joe & Julie Wilson Contact: pastorjoe@kirbychurch.com When: 1 st Monday of the 7:00pm Where: Joe & Julie Wilson s Home The Ministry of Motherhood Come for fellowship, dessert, and book discussion on : The Ministry of Motherhood: Following Christ's example in Reaching the hearts of our Children by Sally Clarkson. We are looking for Mom's to join us as we raise our children to love the Lord. Leaders: Leah Mong Contact: jakenleah@gmail.com When: Thursday s at 7:30pm Where: Leah Mong s Home Not a Fan This group is a 6- episode, video- driven small group centered around the calling of every Christian to "truly follow" Jesus Christ. We will use a follower's journal and have discussion after the videos. This study will be a challenge for us to look at our relationship with Jesus with fresh eyes so we can see if it is everything it can be thus deepening our relationship with Him while deepening our relationships with each other! Leader: June Alford Contact: junealford3@gmail.com When: Tuesdays 6:00pm- 8:00pm, starting October 7th Where: Randy and June Alford's home Monday Ladies Bible Study This group for ladies uses book and video based studies. Leader: Becky Depaulis Contact: depaulis@peoplepc.com When: Monday s 10:00am Where: Becky Depaulis home The Barbarian Way This is a men s Life Group which will utilize the book The Barbarian Way. Leader: Joe Wilson Contact: pastorjoe@kirbychurch.com When: Friday s 8:00am Starting September 26 th. Where: Tim Horton s in Flat Rock Young Marrieds This Life Group is for married couples that have been married 5 years or less. We will explore the book, You and Me Forever: Marriage in Light of Eternity. Each chapter has perspectives from both Francis and Lisa Chan, complete with great scriptural references. As a group we will better learn how to make each other a priority, how to fight effectively, how to make the most of your time together, and how to effectively provide your children a Christian foundation. Each chapter ends with critical thinking questions and a call to action. There is a book purchase required for each couple. Leaders: Don & Amy Myers Contact: pastordon@kirbychurch.com When: 2 nd & 4 th Saturday at 10:30am to noon (starting October11). Where: Don & Amy s Home. The Best Yes This is a women s Life Group that will use the study by Lysa Terkuerst entitled The Best Yes. In the study, Lysa is learning that there is a big difference between saying yes to everyone and saying yes to God. Leaders: Christina Bolton & Amanda Grabowski Contact: boltonchristina@yahoo.com When: Monday s 7:00pm Starting October 6th. Where: Tim Horton s in Woodhaven.

7 Celebrate Recovery Celebrate Recovery is a biblical and balanced program that helps us overcome our hurts, hang- ups, and habits. Leader: Dennis Smarch Contact: dennis.smarch@gmail.com When: Tuesday Where: Kirby Church Schedule: 6:00-7:00 PM Dinner and Fellowship *7:00-8:00 PM Large Group Worship and Recovery Principle Teaching or Testimony *8:00-9:00 PM Small Group Open Share *9:00-9:30 PM Solid Rock Cafe' Fellowship COMING NEXT SEMESTER Joshua s Men Everything rises and falls on leadership. This men's Life Group is designed to teach the basic values of Biblical leadership. Then, to transfer those principles into one's marriage, the marketplace and ministry. We learn the basics of interpreting the Scriptures, conflict resolution, dealing with the temptations men face and so much more. This is a high- end discipleship group; therefore, it is a closed group. This Life Group meets for 18 months. Leader: Pastor Mike Trimble Contact: pastormike@kirbychurch.com When: Meeting times vary. Where: Meeting locations vary. Financial Peace University Financial Peace University provides biblically based, common- sense education and empowerment that gives hope to everyone from the financially secure to the financially distressed. Leader: Jason & Ashley Reed Contact: jreed@nmbtc.com When: Starting in January Where: TBA 2773 Will Carleton Road, Flat Rock, MI