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Questions? Contact Sheryl Palmer at 217-359-3631 or sheryl@champaignfaith.org.
Connect with one another and with God so that we all might become transformed followers of Christ.
Groups meet regularly, pray together, and discuss Scripture and/or faith issues together.
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Young Adults
Sundays @ 11:30am
In person at the church - Room 12
This group​ is led by Pastor Sheryl and creates a place for folks who are post-high school, college-aged. They meet to support one another and grow together. This Advent, they will participate in the all-church, video-based study, An Unlikely Advent by Rachel Billups, where we will explore the extraordinary people of the Christmas story.
Pastor Sheryl
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Disciple Bible Study
Sundays @ 4pm
In person at the church - Rooms 9/10
A Bible study group that is doing a deep dive into the four Gospels using the book Jesus and the Gospels. A fun a group of theologically-diverse people engaging in respectful discussion and disagreement.
Steve Briggs
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Monday Night Life
Mondays @ 5:30-6:30pm
In person - Room 1
The Monday Night Life group is a women’s group that meets on Mondays at the church from 5:30 to 6:30. This Advent, they will participate in the all-church, video-based study, An Unlikely Advent by Rachel Billups, where we will explore the extraordinary people of the Christmas story. All ages of women are welcome! Please contact Johnette with any questions at 217-621-4436/rsparks801@comcast.net
Johnette Sparks
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Courtney Life Group
Tuesdays @ 7pm
In person at the church
A mixed-generational group and a place to talk about life and grow in faith. They use a mix of videos and readings to guide discussion. Ideal for busy families. This Advent, they will participate in the all-church, video-based study, An Unlikely Advent by Rachel Billups, where we will explore the extraordinary people of the Christmas story.
Tod & Belinda Courtney
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Reaching Out
1st, 3rd, & 4th Tuesdays @ 10am
In-person at the Church - The Gathering
This group is dedicated to service within the church and community. By engaging in book discussions, they seek to more fully understand what they believe and how those beliefs impact their actions in the world as they respond to the needs around them. In preparation for Advent and Christmas, they are reading and discussing Stephen Mitchell's book, The First Christmas. All are welcome.
Pam Socie
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Discovery Groups
Groups that often gather for a specific study, and anyone can join at any time.
Discovery Sunday School
Sundays @ 9am
In person, Room 11 at the church
This caring, sharing adult class typically involves 20–30 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. This Advent, they will participate in the all-church, video-based study, An Unlikely Advent by Rachel Billups, where we will explore the extraordinary people of the Christmas story.
Roscoe Pershing & Rotated leaders
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Lectio Divina for Beginners
Sundays @ 4pm
In person in North Sanctuary of the church
Each Sunday, a couple of our lay people leads a prayer and Scripture reading group from 4-5pm. They use a centuries-old practice called Lectio Divina that helps us think on and pray through a passage of the Bible. Then, they'll follow with discussion and prayer. Our hopes are that this will be part group experience and part reflective worship experience.
Todd Salen - toddsalen@gmail.com - and Mike Jahn - mike_jahn@hotmail.com
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Wednesday Warriors
Wednesdays @ 10am
In person at the church - Room 1
This Advent, they will participate in the all-church, video-based study, An Unlikely Advent by Rachel Billups, where we will explore the extraordinary people of the Christmas story. Their purpose is to be prayer warriors for each other, their families, friends, church, and the nation. They aim to support one another through whatever life throws their way.
Ellen Mennenga, mennenga4@comcast.net
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Wednesday Night Pastors' Group
Wednesdays @ 6pm
On Zoom
This is an ongoing group that gathers each week to unpack the previous weekend's worship themes. This Advent, they will participate in the all-church, video-based study, An Unlikely Advent by Rachel Billups, where we will explore the extraordinary people of the Christmas story. Connect with our Lead Pastor and discover how we can best live our your faith and call.
Pastor Sheryl Palmer, 217-359-3631 or sheryl@champaignfaith.org
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Thursday Morning Bible Study
Thursdays @ 9am
In person at the church
This Advent, they will participate in the all-church, video-based study, An Unlikely Advent by Rachel Billups, where we will explore the extraordinary people of the Christmas story. They meet in Room 1 and welcome new folks to join them.
Russ Hannegan (217) 649-9175
Connect Groups
These are groups that meet periodically or regularly. Their goal is relational connection—often in the context of accomplishing a task or gathering for a specific focus.
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Hand Crafters/Shawl We Pray
2nd & 4th Mondays, 12:30-2:30pm
In person at the church
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This is a craft group that meets in Room 1 for Christian fellowship as they work on individual projects or create prayer shawls for those in need of a prayer shawl and pocket prayer swatches to be distributed to those going on mission trips. If you work with fiber arts such as quilting, embroidery, knitting, crocheting, rug hooking, or have some mending to do, please join us! If you paint, sketch, draw, or scrapbook, this group will give you inspiration! You are always welcome to join us to chat if you don't have a project to work on, and we welcome new members at any time.
Led by Cathy Jackson - cathyjajackson@gmail.com and Cheryl Van Ness—cvn902@aol.com
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Sports Ministries
An adult group that meets for organized sports th other churches as part of the Champaign County Church Sports League. A great way to connect with others quickly and involves spring and fall softball and/or volleyball.
This recreational ministry includes spring and fall softball and volleyball. Schedule varies, but most games are on Mondays or Thursdays
For more info, contact: Sue Stundahl at (217) 390-2248.