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SUNDAY GROUPS
Sunday Morning Bible Study.
When: Sundays, 9:15-10:15 AM, starting date TBD.
Where: Avenue Church Office.
This group is open to all and meets during Sunday morning. Join us for in depth Bible study, warm fellowship, and prayer.
Contact: Frank/Jody Guerrieri (frankg@preferhome.com; jodyg@preferhome.com).
Family Group: James and Jennifer Chong.
When: Sundays, 3-4 PM, starts Sept. 17.
Where: Lalane Home, 12520 Oak Arbor Lane, Delray Beach.
Join this family-friendly gathering as we meet and fellowship as families, and discuss topics relevant to families. Children are absolutely welcome😊
Contact: Jennifer Chong (513 295 6066, ufpt78@gmail.com).
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Discipleship.
When: Sundays, 4-6 PM, starts Sept. 24, 8 wks.
Where: Avenue Church Office.
Cost: $34 for materials.
Discover a deeper and wider relationship with Jesus Christ. Journey into the unknown, much like Abraham did when he left his comfortable home in Ur. This course will introduce you to a combination of emotional health and contemplative spirituality. It will unleash a revolution into the deep places of your life. This revolution will in turn transform all your relationships. This small group utilizes book study, workbooks, videos and discussion.
Contact: Jerry Hablitzel (hablitzel@aol.com or Liz Hablitzel 561 632 0996).
Seekers.
When: Sundays at 5:30 PM, ongoing.
Where: Cason United Methodist Church, Swinton & Lake Ida.
The mission of seekers is to feed body and soul with great food, relaxed community, & relevant Bible teaching. All are welcome.
Contact: Chris Pasquale (201 543 1858, cmpasquale@me.com).
MONDAY GROUPS
Mom’s Monday Morning Meet Ups.
When: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM, 1st & 3rd Mondays except Labor Day.
Where: Catherine Strong Park, 1500 SW 6th St. Delray Beach.
Moms & kids (birth-5 years old) are invited to come hang out! Mark your calendars and invite your mom-friends. See you and all the kids there!
Contact: Clara Powers (321 806 9172).
Prayer Group.
When: Mondays at 8:00 PM, ongoing.
Where: Virtual via Zoom, once a month in person.
This group prays for the needs of the church and one another, including those submitted via Connection Cards on Sunday mornings and sent to the church during the week.
Contact: Pete/Laura Corwin (corwins24@gmail.com).
TUESDAY GROUP
Home Group: Jeff and Diane Rose.
When: Tuesdays, 7:15-9:00 PM, ongoing, starts August 22.
Where: Rose’s Home, 4 Beachway N. Ocean Ridge.
Hosted by Jeff & Diane Rose, this group includes warm fellowship, meaningful Bible study, open and honest discussion, and prayer. All are welcome.
Contact: Jeff Rose (jeffrose7777@gmail.com).
WEDNESDAY GROUPS
Women’s Group: When You Pray.
When: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00 PM, starts August 23, 13 wks.
Where: Trinity Lutheran Fellowship Hall.
Cost: $25 (includes workbook, video access and prayer journal). Scholarship available.
"WHEN YOU PRAY" A Study of Six Prayers in the Bible.
Do you have trouble thinking of words to say to God when you pray? Are you afraid some emotions are too intense to express to God? Do you reach the end of a day only to realize you haven't prayed at all? You're not alone. Prayer is the way we relate to God, but it can be a struggle. Throughout God's Word, we encounter many voices who teach us how to pray.
In this study, join with six beloved Bible teachers who will help you study prayers in the Bible that can inspire your own. You'll learn that God welcomes your praise and lament, your thanksgiving and intercession. You'll see examples of how to pray when you're alone and when you're gathered with others. Above all, you'll notice there's no one right way to pray. As you draw near to God through prayer, you'll find your faith strengthened and your heart united to Christ.
This semester will also include two separate specials workshops during our 13 weeks together!
- Prayer Workshop led by Carey Campbell.
- God is our Comforter led by Joy O'Brien.
Contact: Allison Hix (561 901 1302, allison@theavechurch.com).
*Childcare available with advance registration.
Men’s Group.
When: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00 PM, starts August 23.
Where: Avenue Church Office.
Join the men for a great time of relevant Bible Study, rich friendship, and life changing prayer. This Fall we will be studying the book of Colossians.
Contact: Jon Hix (jonhix@theavechurch.com).
*Childcare available with advance registration.
Home Group: O'Briens and LeBlancs.
When: Wednesdays, 6:30 PM, starts August 23.
Where: Home of Adam and Katie LeBlanc.
Join us as we gather for fellowship, Bible Study, and prayer. Everyone is welcome, whether single, married, or dating. We will be following along with the sermon series, and you can jump in at any time.
Contact: John O'Brien (jbobrien84@gmail.com).
WEDNESDAY STUDENT GROUPS
Middle School Kingdom Students.
When: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00 PM, starts August 16.
Where: Trinity School Gym.
Middle School and High School groups meet separately on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm. MS in gym, HS in Youth Room.
Our theme this year is "Gather, Grow and Go!" We are emphasizing the importance of gathering for community and worship, growing in discipleship groups, and going out on mission to those around us with the good news of the Gospel!
Contact Sam Powers (sam@kingdomstudents.com).
*Other groups are offered concurrently for adults & children.
High School Kingdom Students.
When: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00 PM, starts August 16.
Where: Trinity Campus Youth Room.
Middle School and High School groups meet separately on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm. MS in gym, HS in Youth Room.
Our theme this year is "Gather, Grow and Go!" We are emphasizing the importance of gathering for community and worship, growing in discipleship groups, and going out on mission to those around us with the good news of the Gospel!
Contact Sam Powers (sam@kingdomstudents.com).
*Other groups are offered concurrently for adults & children.
THURSDAY GROUP
Women’s Group: When You Pray.
When: Thursdays, 9-11:00 AM, starts August 24, 13 wks.
Where: Avenue Church Office.
Cost: $25 (includes workbook, video access and prayer journal). Scholarship available.
"WHEN YOU PRAY" A Study of Six Prayers in the Bible.
Do you have trouble thinking of words to say to God when you pray? Are you afraid some emotions are too intense to express to God? Do you reach the end of a day only to realize you haven't prayed at all? You're not alone. Prayer is the way we relate to God, but it can be a struggle. Throughout God's Word, we encounter many voices who teach us how to pray.
In this study, join with six beloved Bible teachers who will help you study prayers in the Bible that can inspire your own. You'll learn that God welcomes your praise and lament, your thanksgiving and intercession. You'll see examples of how to pray when you're alone and when you're gathered with others. Above all, you'll notice there's no one right way to pray. As you draw near to God through prayer, you'll find your faith strengthened and your heart united to Christ.
This semester will also include two separate specials workshops during our 13 weeks together!
- Prayer Workshop led by Carey Campbell.
- God is our Comforter led by Joy O'Brien.
Contact: Allison Hix (allison@theavechurch.com, 561 901 1302).
*Childcare NOT available.
FRIDAY GROUP
Men’s Running Group: Keep Going!
When: Fridays, 6:00-7:30 AM, ongoing always.
Where: Across from downtown Starbucks (205 E. Atlantic, Delray).
Led by Casey Cleveland, Kyle Mains, and Charlie Lalane, this group helps guys live with great endurance! We meet across from Starbucks on Fridays at 6am and go for a 30-minute run followed by coffee, fellowship, and encouraging discussion. All levels of runners welcome!
Contact: Casey Cleveland (casey@theavechurch.com).
WHY SMALL
GROUPS EXIST
Small Groups have one, simple purpose—to bring people together.
We believe God created us to live in community with others and only then can we experience the full life He intends for us. We believe life change happens in the context of Relationships.
Meaningful relationships can be hard to find, and Small Groups exist to make life-changing
relationships relevant and accessible to you.
"Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up. Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone? Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken."
ECCLESIASTES 4:9-12
We believe our church must grow larger and smaller at the same time.
We grow larger to reach as many people as possible with the life-giving message of Jesus.
We gather in Small Groups to build community and care for people.
"Day after day, in the temple courts and from house to house, they never stopped teaching
and proclaiming the good news that Jesus is the Messiah."
ACTS 5:42
Small Groups offer people:
1. A Place to connect
"Yes, whatever a person is like, I try to find common ground with him so
that he will let me tell him about Christ and let Christ save him."
1 CORINTHIANS 9:22 TLB
We were not made to do life alone. God created us for community, and Small Groups
provide a place to connect with others, share life, and grow in faith together.
2. A Place to protect
"We know what real love is because Jesus gave up his life for us. So
we also ought to give up our lives for our brothers and sisters."
1 JOHN 3:16 NLT
It is through life together that our problems become smaller, and God uses others to bring support and encouragement to our lives. Small Groups become a place where others don’t just know your name, but care about what is happening in your life and want to support you in your spiritual journey.
2. A Place to GROW
"As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another."
PROVERBS 27:17
We believe every person is created with God-given potential to make a difference in the world. Small Groups are a place you can grow with others to become more like Jesus and reach the potential God has put inside you.