Small Groups...

One of the best ways to get to know other people in the church is by being a part of a small group.  Some of the small groups below are strictly social in nature, most have a defined duration, several are educational and designed to enrich your spiritual life.  Everyone is invited and encouraged to participate in at least one small group during the course of the year.

 
 
Small Groups at Faith
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Name and Purpose of Group
  • Saturday Men's Group (on Hiatus)
    Open to all men and their friends.
    Meets: 
    First Saturday of every month at  8:00 a.m. at the Faith Church Library
    Third Saturday of every month at 8:00am at Joanies Restaurant in Shingle Springs
    Leaders:  Bob Clements, Angelo Urbani, Dave Kors

  • Bulletin Ministry
    This group of dedicated volunteers prepare the bulletin packets for distribution each Sunday.  The work leaves plenty of time for socializing.
    Meets:  Fridays 10:00 a.m.
    Leader:  Sally Rutz    

  • Drama Team
    Drama facilitates an understanding of scripture and liturgy in a different way.  Those interested in exploring acting in skits or tableaus are invited to drop in to a Drama team rehearsal. 
    Meets:  Wednesdays 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.
    Leader:  Sharon Morrison    

  • Green Thumbs Gardening Group
    A monthly group for those who enjoy gardening, either indoors or outside. We’ll share plants by dividing, propagating or starting from seed. We’ll take field trips, tour member’s gardens, share our bounty, do workshops, and discover Scripture relating to gardening.
    Meets: 3rd Thursday of each month 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
    Leaders: Janet Wright

  • Music Ministry
    Our music ministry combines the talents of vocalists and instrumentalists (guitar, bass, percussion, keyboards, and on special occasions, trumpets or flutes) to lead the congregation in singing hymns and songs of praise during worship services.  They also perform during the collection of the offering and the distribution of communion.  You can decide if you will sing at only one service each Sunday, or at both services on Sunday morning.  We assemble larger choirs for the Advent/Christmas season and Holy Week and Easter.  Participants are asked to be as regular as possible in their attendance at both rehearsals and on Sundays.  
    Meets
       Thursdays 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. for 8am service
       Thursdays 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. for 10am service
        and Sundays 30 min. before service
    Leader:  Rhonda Nelson, Music Director  

  • Senior Lunch Bunch
    All who consider themselves to be “Seniors” are invited to this monthly gathering for lunch. Speakers are invited to share about topics of interest to those who are retired.
    Meets: third Tuesday Noon to 1:30 p.m.
    Leader: Pastor Gene Jewell
    Bring your sack lunch. Coffee and tea are provided.  

  • Social Bridge
    Looking for a place to play bridge? Want to learn the game? Beginners are welcome!! Two hours plus of enjoyable fellowship, weekly for whomever in the group can attend.
    Meets: Tuesdays,  6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
    Leader: Bill Taggart

  • Quilters
    Sharing a love of fabric crafts, the quilters are making children’s quilts to be given to children in need and local seniors.
    Meets: fourth Tuesday 9:00 to noon
    Leaders: Nancy Kors, Gerri Morgan
    Bring your sewing machine and quilting tools/ideas.   

  • DivorceCare
    You don’t have to go through it alone. Most people will tell you that separation and divorce are the most painful and stressful experiences they’ve ever faced. This 13-week program combines a video series with group support.
    Meets: Thursdays 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
    Leaders: Carolyn Flood, Karen Morris, Bob Gilmore
    Resources: Divorce Care workbook. Cost: $20.

  • Education for Ministry
    A 32-week class, part of a 4-year curriculum, covering the basics of a theological education in the Old and New Testaments, church history, liturgy, and theology.
    Meets: Mondays, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
    Leaders: Sharon Morrison, Steve & Leslyn Shortes
    Resources: EFM manuals. Cost: $350.

  • Reaching Out
    A four-week group study of the Henri Nouwen book Reaching Out:  The Three Movements of the Spiritual Life.  A book review describes it as follows:  “This book is a sure guide that will help you learn how to accept yourself, love more effectively and learn to love God more passionately.”  The class requires approximately 30 pages of reading per week.  During the class, there will be discussion, opportunities for reflection and recording your thoughts.            
    Meets:  Wednesdays, 7 - 8:30 p.m.  October 26 - November 16
    Leaders:  Mary Higbee and Cathy Daust
    Resource:  Reaching Out.  Cost:  $12.
    Child care will be arranged if requested in advance.

  • Christian Believers 
    A six-week course which is highly recommended for anyone who wants to understand and explore the Christian faith.  This class will cover 5 chapters of the 30 in the book.  Over the course of time you can cover the whole book, and it isn’t necessary to start with chapter 1.
    Meets:  Wednesdays, 7 - 8:30 p.m.   September 28 - November 2
    Leader:  The Rev. Kent McNair
    Resource:  Christian Believer reader and workbook.
    Cost: $50. (Book is good for the whole series.)
    Child care will be arranged if requested in advance.

  • Opening the Prayer Book
    This group will look at the history, liturgies and the practical use of the Book of Common Prayer; it’s the red book under your chair in the Worship area and the source of what is projected on the screens every Sunday morning.  What do Augustine, Luther, Calvin and .Henry VIII have to do with this book?
    Meets:  Wednesdays, September 14 - Oct. 26  7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
    Leader:  Bob Clements
    Resource:  Opening the Prayer Book  by Jeffrey Lee  $14 paperback (Kindle $10)            
    Child care will be arranged if requested in advance.

  • Meet the Bible...an Introduction
    A chronological study of the Bible, offered in blocks, designed for mothers of school-age and younger children.  Structured by very short daily readings.  This group is a great way for women to support one another in their spiritual and parenting journeys.
    Meets:  Thursdays, Sept. 15 - October 13 Old Testament                         Oct. 20 - Dec 1 (except 11/24) New Testament  9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
    Leaders:  Kathy McNair & Adriana Findlay
    Resource:  Meet the Bible by Philip Yancy and Brenda Quinn.  $16.  Books ordered for all signed up by 8/28. Optional book:  NIV student Bible by Philip Yancy and Tim Stafford (approx. $20)
    Child care is available.

  • Freed up Financial Living
    Discover tools an develop lifelong skills that will help you control your finances before they end up controlling you.   This class will offer practical advise and information from trusted Christian financial ministry leaders Dick Towner and John Tofilon on earning, giving, saving, spending, reducing debt and creating a practical budget.
    Meets:  Saturdays, September 10 and 24   9:00 - noon
    Leader:  Sharon Lawrence
    Resources:  Participant Guide $15.00.            
    Child care will be arranged if requested in advance.

  • Boundaries:  When to say yes, how to say no
    In 8 weeks we will explore boundaries, the personal property lines that define who you are and who you are not.  They influence all areas of your life: physical, mental, emotional and spiritual.  Boundaries give you freedom to walk as the loving, giving fulfilled individual God created you to be.  Each week will include a DVD segment and discussion.            
    Meets:  Wednesdays, September 28—November. 16   7—8:30 p.m.
    Leader:  Kim Kreth
    Resources:  optional Boundaries by .Henry Cloud and John   Townsend
    Cost:  $11 (Kindle $10.99)
    Child care will be arranged if requested in advance.

  • 12 Ordinary Men
    An 8-week exploration of the twelve disciples, whose many weaknesses are forever preserved throughout the pages of the New Testament. Jesus chose ordinary men - fisherman, tax collectors, political zealots - and turned their weakness into strength, producing greatness from utter uselessness. John MacArthur’s book draws principles from Christ's careful, hands-on training of the original twelve disciples for today's modern disciple - you.            
    Meets:  Thursdays, September 15—November 3   7:00 - 8:30 p.m.            
    Leader:  Bill Taggart            
    Resources:  12 Ordinary Men. 
    Cost:  $13.00 (Kindle $9.43).

  • Women’s Lectionary Study
    Want to spend more than a few moments on the Bible lessons on Sunday morning? Develop a better understanding of our Sunday worship scripture readings in a small group setting. Join this on-going weekly study of the lessons for the following Sunday, using a study guide published quarterly.
    Meets: Wednesdays, 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
    Leaders:  Ruth Pihlaja and Carrie Douglas
    Resource: The Revised Common Lectionary Bible Study by Paraklete Press of California. $10.