Spiritual Formation Groups
Studying together opens us to the lives of others who are exploring the same
questions and it builds the body of Christ
by connecting us to one another.
small groups
These groups meet regularly to pray and study together. Each group is unique, but all offer a safe place to connect with companions in faith to ask questions, learn together, and support one another.
Newcomers are always welcome. ​
Childcare is available upon request.
Contact group leaders through the church office (info@champaignfaith.org)
The Discovery Class + Sundays at 9 am
This caring, adult class typically involves 20–25 participants with a wide range of backgrounds and ages.
Each session includes prayer concerns and discussion-based topics.
Join them for fun, fellowship, much laughter, and enjoyment.
Advent Study: An Unlikely Advent: Extraordinary People of the Christmas Story by Rachel Billups
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Disciple Bible Study + Sundays at 1:30 pm
A Bible study group that occasionally selects a theme-based study.
A fun group of theologically-diverse people engaging in respectful discussion.
Winter Study: Disciple 1
Led by Steve Briggs​
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For Those That Love Teens + 2nd Sundays at 6 pm
Navigating big emotions, facing fears that come with loving someone so much, and walking with teens through failure and growth.
Winter Study: Loving Teenagers Well by Kate Bowler
Led by Pastor Miriam
Monday Night Life + Mondays at 5:30 pm
The Monday Night Life group is a women’s group that meets on Mondays at the church from 5:30 to 6:30.
All ages of women are welcome!
Advent Study: What do you Want for Christmas by James W. Moore
Led by Johnette Sparks​
Reaching Out + 1st, 3rd, & 4th Tuesdays at 10 am
This group is dedicated to service within the church and community.
By engaging in book discussions, we seek to more fully understand what we believe and how
those beliefs impact our actions in the world as we respond to the needs around us.
All are welcome.
Advent Study: Three Wise Women: 40 Devotions Celebrating Advent with Mary, Elizabeth and Anna
Led by Pam Socie
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Covenant Life Group + Tuesdays at 7 pm
A mixed-generational group offering a place to talk about life and grow in faith.
They use a variety of videos and readings to guide discussion.
They meet at the church in Rooms 9&10.
All are welcome.
Advent Study: All I Want For Christmas by James W. Moore
Led by Tod & Belinda Courtney
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Wednesday Warriors + Wednesdays at 10 am
The purpose of this group is to pray for each other, our families, our friends, the church and the nation.
The groups gathers to pray and to study the Bible, discuss a movie or book while supporting one another. They meet in Room 1.
Afterwards, everyone interested goes to lunch at 11:30 am.
Advent Study: The Angels of Christmas: Hearing the Voice of God by Susan Robb
Led by Ellen Mennenga​
Contemplative Prayer and Christian Meditation + Wednesdays from 5:15-6:00 pm
This group begins with a short reading drawing on wisdom from the Christian contemplative tradition.
Following will have 20 minutes of silent prayer and meditation.
We will conclude with brief reflections.
Led by Pastor Justin​
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Reflections Study Group + Wednesdays at 6 pm
A mixed group of adults that meets each week to discuss a text, scripture or the current sermon series.
They are open to all and love to share ideas and fellowship.
They are intent on living out faith through a love for others.
Advent Study: Why This Jubilee: Advent Reflections on Songs of the Season by James Howell
Led by Jim Matthews
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Thursday Morning Study + Thursdays at 9 am
This group of mostly retirees is young at heart and eager to learn.
Their focus is Bible study and fellowship, laughter and love. New Seekers always welcome.
Winter Study: Concluding: Revelation: The Ultimate Hope in Christ Beginning: Timothy in the New Year
Led by Russ Hanegan
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The Chosen + Thursdays at 5:30 pm
A Bible-focused group of theologically diverse people who use “The Chosen” video series as a basis for thought-provoking dialogue. They gather over a shared light supper as they begin.
Winter Study: On Break until another season is released.
Led by Steve Briggs
Common Interest Groups
Here are some other ways to connect in Christian fellowship and support with others who share a common interest. Newcomers are always welcome!
Sports Ministry + Schedule Varies
An Adult group that meets for organized sports with other churches as part of the Champaign County Church Sports League. Sport seasons include; spring and fall softball and/or volleyball. They also host weekly pickleball pickup games in the Worship & Life Center at Faith Church on Tuesdays.
Led by Sue Stundahl​
United Women in Faith
Organized around a motto of “We believe love in action can change the world”, this group for women of all ages gathers to fellowship and support each other as well as to learn and equip themselves to share God’s love through world-wide mission support.
Vicki Harber, President
Two small groups options include;​
Kathryn Wood Circle: 2nd Tuesdays at 9 am
Led by Nancy Mahoney​
Friendship Circle: Meets 4-6 times per year in the evening and actively serves throughout the year.
Led by Vicki Harber & Nancy Arnold
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Faithful Free Timers (a.k.a Older & Wiser)
This fellowship group for retirees gathers once a month to enjoy conversation, laughter and fun over a shared meal at a local restaurant. The restaurant varies and everyone pays their own way. Watch the E-news for the next gathering place.
Led by Betty Roberts
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Handcrafters + 2nd & 4th Mondays at 12:30pm
This craft group meets for fellowship while they each work on individual projects. Bring whatever you’re working on and join them for a chat.
Led by Cheryl Van Ness
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Grief Share
Designed for people grieving the death of a loved one, participants learn valuable information for facing a new normal in life and for renewing hope for the future. Participants find encouragement, understanding and comfort. Membership at Faith is not required. If you or someone you know has recently experienced the death of a loved one, please reach out to the leaders below to learn of the next scheduled group.
Coordinated by Cyndi Paceley & Nancy Arnold
Sanctuary Choir
Adult singers are welcome to join our Chancel Choir. This group offers musical leadership in the 10:30 am Classic Service from Labor Day through Pentecost. Rehearsals are Wednesdays at 7 pm.
A time of prayer and devotion is incorporated into each rehearsal. All singers are welcome!
Led by Simon Tiffin
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Why Join a
Small Group?
At Faith Church we strongly believe we need each other to grow more like Christ and live out our faith.
Sunday morning services gather us together with others for worship. Participation in a small group however, invites us to grow deeper,
to wrestle with the Scriptures and mature in our faith.
Not only is it fun to study the Bible and gather for conversation about a book or a topic of faith with others, it’s essential for our lives of faith.
We need one another to become who we are called to be.
Ultimately, we need the presence and encouragement of other
to grow in Christ