Adult Bible Fellowship and Sunday School
In a small group Bible study you can experience Christian fellowship, learn about the life changing message of Jesus Christ, share in meeting the needs of others, and participate in
worship.
At Groveton, elementary-age children and students are grouped by school grades. Early childhood classes are grouped by age and development. Adults are grouped by life style and interests. Groveton also has a group of special-needs adults.
Bible study groups have open enrollment. You can join anytime during the year! The studies are foundational and practical. No prior knowledge or experience with Bible study is needed. Colorful Bible study materials are provided free of charge.
Preschoolers are grouped according to age, developmental skills, and as well as the size of the groups. Parents of preschoolers will need to check in their children at a welcome desk located on the second floor. First time visitors will need to fill out a registration form that will serve as their security card for pick up at the end of the session.
Permanent security cards are issued for regular attenders. Children eighteen months and younger have the option of staying for ETC (Extended Teaching Care) that continues in the same room as Sunday School during the 11:00 am worship service.
Preschoolers learn Bible truths in an age appropriate learning environments that focus on eight core areas: God, Jesus, self, others, my church, natural world, Bible, and family
Preschool rooms are located in the second floor. Door B is the most direct outside entrance to the children and preschool wing.
Elementary age children are divided into two groups:
Grades 1-3
Grades 4-6
The 1st--3rd graders are led by Eric and Ellen Nakpil and Julia Romero and meet in room 203. The children use a curriculum that equips boys and girls to gain a foundation for Bible understanding, Bible skills, and central Bible themes.
The 4th--6th graders are led by Ellen Frazier and Gene Blough and meet in room 201.
Student groups are divided into four groups
Middle School Coed
9-12th Grade Guys
9-12th Grade Girls
College/Career Age
The Middle School group is led by Tammy Defrees and Shaun Easley. Both have a passion for working with middle schoolers. The girls high school group is led by Brenda "Pebbles" Richards. The guys group is led by Mirfin Mpundu. Brenda and Mirfin both parents of high school age children bring a wealth of experience to working with high school students.
The College and Career group is made up of young professionals recently graduated from college as well as current students. Mark and Debbie Husband, parents of two college students, serve as leaders.
Adult II:Young Married with Children and Coed
Are you looking for a special kind of relationship with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit but are not sure where to start? Then look no further! The The Young Married with Children and Coed Adult Bible Fellowship Group is a unique, diverse, and close knit group of people that welcome all newcomers with open arms. The relaxed class atmosphere entices open, free thinking discussion to ensure everyone's participation. This scripture bases Bible Study is the one for you ; if you want to learn more about Jesus and the countless lessons centered around our blessed redeemer, his followers and all the other characters in the Old and New Testament. We look forward to seeing you and sharing the gospel in an open forum lesson plan format that invigorates your learning about God. You will soon discover the fresh new approach toward learning about God and His people will excite you to take initiative in learning more. So come on in and discover a new relationship with God in Adult II Bible Study.
Bob and Joan Roby lead a group of singles and marrieds who are parents of preschoolers, children, and teens. They study a curriculum entitled Life Answers that help adults build Bible knowledge and understanding, develop godly values, and equip learners to live with Christ-like excellence. The group meets in room 400 on the top floor which is accessible from the central stairway one floor above the sanctuary level
Median adults are divided into three groups
Empty Nesters
New Beginnings
International Class
The Empty Nesters group, led by Larry Dickenson, is a group primarily made up of parents of college age children and "new" empty-nesters.
The International class is led by Linda and Stephen Surridge. The International class includes people who are from all over the globe as well as native Americans who enjoy building relationships with first generation Americans.
The New Beginnings Adult Bible Fellowship group is a mixed age group. Each class uses Life Truths that helps participants develop godly values, life skills, and knowledge of the Word.
Adult III classes meet at the East end of the second floor rooms in rooms 263, 261, and 258.
Adult IV is primarily a group of early retirees and active senior adults who are led by teacher Ted Prince. The group meets in room 151 ( also referred to as the Lower Chapel) adjacent to the preschool/children's wing.
Adult IV uses a curriculum series entitles Life Ventures that focuses on developing godly values with application toward active senior adults.
A special group at GBC is Adult V that consists of senior men and women who continue to learn and grow in their relationship to Christ. John Willett teaches a coed group and Joyce Elam teaches a women's group. They also use the Life Ventures Bible series. Adult V meets in East Hall, on the same level as the sanctuary with restrooms nearby.
For many years, Groveton has ministered to a variety of special needs adults. The Robin Class provides learning experiences through music, small and large group learning activities to teach the simple truths of the gospel message. The Robin Class is led by Leslie Adewale, and Cora Lee Hevenor. The group meets in room 257 just inside Door B. Door B is accessible without steps.
MEC is a Bible Fellowship group that is specifically designed for married and engaged couples. The group has lots of fellowship gatherings. The group is taught by Pastor Jerry and Don and Karen Barnes.
Thru the Bible
Through the Bible is a one year survey of both the Old and New Testament. This discipleship group is led by Larry Santori.
