Winter 2012
Adult Groups

Questions?

Pursuing God in relationships is an important part of discipleship. Small Groups provide an excellent opportunity to experience authentic community and spiritual growth. In addition to the groups listed here, several groups are hosted off-site, many in church members' homes. If you have general questions about groups, please contact Michelle Hollie at 904.493.1239 or michelleh@crcumc.org. 

If you are interested in joining a small group other than those listed, please complete this Group Interest Form.

Online Library

Adult study resources are available for you to borrow. Please visit our online library to see our collection of books and DVD studies. Then contact Michelle Hollie with your selection and she will check it out for you.

 

Ongoing Groups

Here is a complete listing of groups by day that can be joined at any time. Click on the group for more information, or scroll down to read through the entire listing. To sign up for a group, please contact the listed facilitator.

Sunday

Koinonia  (ongoing) 7:45 a.m. - 8:40 a.m.

2x2 Couples Class (ongoing) 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Tuesday

LOL Sisters (ongoing)  6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday Evening Women's Group (ongoing) 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Wednesday

Knitters, Etc. (ongoing) 9:30 a.m.

Thursday

Women's Bible Study (ongoing)  7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Off campus in Sweetwater)

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General Interest Groups

Koinonia
“Koinonia” is Greek for “communion by intimate participation.” The essential meaning of Koinonia embraces concepts of community, communion, joint participation, sharing and intimacy. CRC’s Koinonia class seeks the heart of Christ for this special kind of community of worship as demonstrated through ongoing Bible study. Strengthen your faith and deepen your spiritual path when you attend Koinonia. This is an ongoing study, and you may join this class at any time. Please bring your Bible.
• Ongoing group meets on Sunday
• 7:45 a.m.–8:40 a.m., Rm. 218
• Cost: None
• Facilitated by Bill Cook (ph: 904.343.5968 or bill@wcookappraisal.com)
• No childcare

2 x 2
This is a group for married couples and will look at various aspects of strengthening those marriages.
• Ongoing group resumes on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012
• 11:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m., Rm. 218
• Cost: None
• Facilitated by Mac Mackiewitz (ph. 314.504.3659 or mmackiewitz@bellsouth.net)
• Childcare available

Marriage Group

I Love You More is a 6-week study by Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott that explores how the same forces that can chip away at marriage can become a catalyst for new relational depth and richness--provided you make wise choices. Whether the problem is major or mild, you'll learn how to transform nettlesome issues into loving opportunities.
• Meets Mondays, beginning Jan. 23 and ending March 5 (the group will not meet President's Day, Feb. 20)
• 6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m., Rm. 218
• Cost: $20.00 per couple includes a workbook for each individual
• Facilitated by Don and Anne Bloch (ph. 904.493.1244 or don@crcumc.org)
• Childcare available by reservation

Knitters, Etc.

There is a dynamic group of women who gather each week not just for fun and fellowship but to make an impact in Jacksonville and the world!  Hats, scarves, miniature teddy bears, slippers, mittens, blankets and prayer shawls have made their way to China, Poland, Russia, Africa, Alaska and West Virginia. 

• Ongoing group resumes meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2012

• 9:30 a.m - 11:30a.m., in The Lobby

• Cost: Free

• Facilitated by Deanna Pettit (ph: 904.307.6266 or knitwit1@gmail.com)

• No Childcare

Wednesday Night Video Series
We will begin the season Jan. 18 with Taking Responsibility for Your Life. Wouldn't it be great, though, if we all took responsibility for the things we are responsible for? It's time to stop the finger-pointing and excuse-making and to remove the "ir" in "irresponsible." In this four-session, video-based study, Andy Stanley shows you how to take authentic responsibility for the things in your life. Beginning Feb. 15, join us for Judgement Call. Most of us are familiar with Jesus' instructions not to judge others. But what exactly did he mean? Are we supposed to look away when a close friend or family member is doing something dishonest or immoral? Are there times when it is wrong not to judge? In this four-part series, Andy Stanley tackles this confusing and often misunderstood topic. We learn the steps to take before confronting others and how to react when someone judges us.
• Begins Wednesday, Jan. 18 and ends March 14 (there will not be a video message Feb. 22 due to Ash Wednesday service)
• 6:15 p.m.–7:00 p.m., The Connection Center
• Cost: None
• Facilitated by Jeff McCrea (ph: 962.0782 or jeffmccrea@bellsouth.net)
• Childcare available

Yo-God
Yo-God is a Christ-centered worship and exercise class. The class consists of stretching and toning exercises, worship music, scripture and prayerful meditation/relaxation. Yo-God is a worship class first; come prepared to "be still and know that He is God." As you place God first, all else follows, including a stronger, healthier body. Wear comfortable exercise clothes and bring a yoga mat.
• Begins Wednesday, Jan. 18 and ends March 14 (Yo-God will not meet February 22 due to Ash Wednesday service)
• 6:15 p.m.–7:00 p.m., The WhereHouse
• Cost: None
• Facilitated by Joye McCrea (ph: 962.0784 or joye2world@bellsouth.net)
• Childcare available

Men's Group

Band of Brothers
The Band of Brothers men's gathering is relocating to Wednesday Nights @ CRC! We're excited about sharing dinner with the rest of our church family and are inviting any guys attending Wednesday night to join our fellowship. Beginning Jan. 18, we'll be starting a study based on John Eldredge's book Waking the Dead. Here is some info about the book: Jesus said, "I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." That's the offer of Christianity, from God Himself. Just look at what happens when people are touched by Jesus--the blind see, the lame walk, the deaf hear, the dead are raised to life. In other words, to be touched by God is to be restored. To become all God meant you to be. That is what Christianity is supposed to do for you--make you whole, set you free, bring you fully alive.

But Jesus also said just before the stunning promise noted above, that "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy." He warned that the path to that life is narrow, and few people would find it. In other words, a battle is raging. And it is a battle for your heart. Things are not what they seem. This is a world at war. Each of us has a crucial role to play. In Waking the Dead, Christian author John Eldredge shows us how God restores our hearts, our true humanity, and sets us free. There is so much more. Do you want it?

• Meets on Wednesdays beginning Jan. 18 (due to Ash Wednesday service, will not meet Feb. 22)
• 6:15 p.m.–7:15 p.m., Rm. 219
• Cost: TBD
• Facilitated by David Cox (ph: 904.610.2019 or men@crcumc.org)
• Childcare available

Women's Groups

Tuesday Morning Women's Group

Be inspired to put your faith into action in practical ways as the women of CRC explore Beth Moore's new 8-week study, James: Mercy Triumphs. Topics in this study include: joy, hardship, faith, wisdom, single-mindedness, humility, and prayer.

• Meets Tuesdays, beginning Jan. 10
• 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., The WhereHouse
• Cost: $15.00 for James: Mercy Triumphs study guide
• Facilitated by Sandy Sprague (ph. 904.962.4873 or sandraksprague@gmail.com)

• Childcare by reservation

Spanish Language Tuesday Morning Group
This Spanish language group will study Beth Moore's Creer a Dios (Believing God).

• Ongoing group meets Tuesdays, resuming Jan. 10
• 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., Rm. 219
• Cost: $17.00 for The Creer a Dios study guide
• Facilitated by Carmen Dalhover (ph: 904.874.4146 or touchofgracebyCarmen@yahoo.com)
• Childcare by reservation

LOL Sisters (Ladies of the Lord)
In 2012, the ladies of LOL will study The Men of the Bible.  LOL Sisters is not only an easy (no homework!) Bible study for women, but also a place for all women to network and connect through prayer, friendship, praise, conversation, encouragement and fun. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up...”
• Ongoing group meets Tuesdays, resuming Jan. 17 with this new study
• 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m., Rm. 218
• Cost: $12.00 for The Men of the Bible study guide
• Facilitated by Anna Bisbee (ph: 904.219.2713 or anna@communicationplanning.com)
• No childcare

Tuesday Evening Women's Group
Be inspired to put your faith into action in practical ways as the women of CRC explore Beth Moore's new 8-week study, James: Mercy Triumphs. Topics in this study include: joy, hardship, faith, wisdom, single-mindedness, humility, and prayer.

• Ongoing group meets Tuesdays, resuming Jan. 10 with this new study
• 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., off campus in Southside area
• Cost: $15.00 for James: Mercy Triumphs study guide
• Facilitated by Anne Burroughs (ph. 904.642.4771 or arb@travelleaders.com)
• No childcare

Spanish Language Wednesday Evening Group
This Spanish language group will study Beth Moore's El Corazon del Creyente (A Woman's Heart).

• Begins Wednesday, Jan. 18 through March 14 (due to Ash Wednesday service, will not meet Feb. 22)
• 6:15 p.m. - 7:115 p.m., Rm. 115
• Cost: $17 for study guide
• Facilitated by Christina Hansen (ph: 904.993.4585 or cmelton71@bellsouth.net)
• Childcare available

Thursday Evening Group
This ongoing Bible study is friendly, understandable, relevant and exciting. Bring your Bible. This group may be joined at any time. They are currently studying Job.
• Ongoing group meets Thursdays, resuming Jan. 12
• 7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m., off campus in Sweetwater
• Cost: Free
• Facilitated by Peggy Broach (ph: 904.733.5016 or peggy4199@comcast.net)
• No childcare