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SUNDAY GROUPS
Sunday Morning Bible Study.
When: Sundays, 10:30-11:40 AM.
Where: Courtyard (weather permitting) or hallway.
Join us for in depth Bible study, warm fellowship, and prayer. Open to all, this group meets during the 10:30 AM service. We study the passages from Luke that will be used in each week’s sermon. The format allows you to explore Scripture deeply, hear others’ views, ask questions, and find meaningful applications. Since we are following along with the sermons, participants are encouraged to attend the 9:00 AM service.
Contact: Jerry Hablitzel (hablitzel@aol.com) or Liz Hablitzel (LKH1178@aol.com, 561 632 0996).
Men’s Group: Fighting Shadows.
When: Sundays, 1:30 PM, starts January 26.
Where: Cason United Methodist, Swinton & Lake Ida.
This men’s group is exploring the 7 core shadows over the hearts of modern men that block our ability to Jesus clearly, and our destiny clearly. What can we do about it? We can fight. This study aims to systematically dismantle the 7 core lies a man faces, while giving strategy and encouragement plus a weekly workbook to do battle and find power and purpose in your life in this very moment.
Contact: Chris Pasquale (201 543 1858, cmpasquale@me.com).
Cost: $15 for book (optional, scholarship available).
Boundaries.
When: Sundays, 4-6 PM, starts Jan 26, runs 12 weeks.
Where: Avenue Church Office at Lakeview Baptist.
Boundaries will open your world to self-discovery and heightened freedom. This study is based on the bestselling books by Drs. Cloud and Townsend. Just as there are observable physical laws that govern matter, boundaries are the God-created physics of relationships. The primary purpose of healthy boundaries is to promote love and freedom while reducing resentment. We will learn how to bring new health to all of our relationships, and discover first-hand how sound boundaries free us to walk as the loving, giving, fulfilled people God created us to be. Jerry and Liz Hablitzel of Relational Harmony offer this small group experience. Reading, homework, group participation, and regular attendance are encouraged.
Contact: Jerry Hablitzel (hablitzel@aol.com) or Liz Hablitzel (LKH1178@aol.com, 561 632 0996).
Seekers.
When: Sundays, 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 (cmpasquale@me.com, 201 543 1858).
Home Group: Corwins and Sweetens.
When: Sundays from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.
Where: Home of Pete and Laura Corwin (Glades and I95).
Have you tried reading through the Bible but quit when it felt confusing or impersonal? The Bible Recap is a short podcast/video (8 minutes/day) that highlights and summarizes the day’s Bible reading in a casual understandable way that helps you love reading Scripture! Each day you’ll read or listen to around 3 chapters from the Bible, and then listen to The Bible Recap after you've finished. We share a simple meal, discuss the week’s reading, and encourage & pray for one another.
Contact: Pete Corwin (561 368 1782), Rob Sweeten (561 707 7774).
TUESDAY GROUP
Missional Community: Jim and Deb Demarest.
When: Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 PM, starts Jan 21.
Where: 4825 Pepper Bush Ln, Boynton Beach, FL 33436.
This new Missional Community for adults only will study “Gospel Fluency Handbook” by Jeff Vanderstelt. The discussions and exercises in this interactive handbook provide a step-by-step immersion of your mind, heart, soul, and life in the Gospel. Group life will include transformative learning, sharing of stories/testimonies, social time, and mission nights.
Contact: Jim Demarest (563 508-3322, jdemarest@proton.me) Deb Demarest (563 528-4854, Deblynnd@yahoo.com).
Cost: $25 for book. Scholarship available.
THURSDAY GROUPS
Thursday Morning Women’s Group.
When: Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 AM, starts Jan 23.
Where: Chong residence in Delray Beach. Address provided upon registration.
Join us for genuine community, meaningful Bible study, and impactful prayer.
Contact: Allison Hix (allison@theavechurch.com, 561 901 1302).
*Childcare is NOT available.
Women’s Workshops!
When: Thursdays, 6:30-8:00 PM, starts Jan 23.
Where: Lakeview Baptist Church Fellowship Hall
All women ages 13 and older are invited to join our Women's Workshops 2025! We will hear from diverse and incredibly gifted speakers on a variety of topics! Invite a friend and register. No cost! No homework! Contact: Allison Hix (allison@theavechurch.com, 561 901 1302).
*Childcare available with advance registration.
Men’s Group.
When: Thursdays, 6:30-8:00 PM, starts Jan 23.
Where: Lakeview Baptist Church.
This semester we’re exploring the 7 core shadows over the hearts of modern men that block our ability to Jesus clearly, and our destiny clearly. What can we do about it? We can fight. This study aims to systematically dismantle the 7 core lies a man faces, while giving strategy and encouragement plus a weekly workbook to do battle and find power and purpose in your life in this very moment.
Contact: Jon Hix (jonhix@theavechurch.com).
Cost: $15 for book (optional, scholarship available).
*Childcare available with advance registration.
FRIDAY GROUPS
Men’s Running Group: Keep Going!
When: Fridays, 6:00-7:30 AM, ongoing always.
Where: Across from downtown Starbucks (205 E. Atlantic, DelrayBeach).
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 6 am and go for a 30-minute run followed by coffee, fellowship, and encouraging discussion. All levels of runners welcome!
This semester we’re exploring the 7 core shadows over the hearts of modern men that block our ability to Jesus clearly, and our destiny clearly. What can we do about it? We can fight. This study aims to systematically dismantle the 7 core lies a man faces, while giving strategy and encouragement plus a weekly workbook to do battle and find power and purpose in your life in this very moment.
Contact: Casey Cleveland (casey@theavechurch.com).
Cost: $15 for book (optional, scholarship available).
New Believers Bible Study: Book of Matthew.
When: Friday Nights, 5:30-7:00 PM, ongoing.
Where: Razorback Electric, 910 SW 15th Ave, Delray Beach.
Join us for this ongoing new believers Bible study with teaching, questions, community, and food. We are currently studying Matthew.
Contact: Matthew Spradley (918 564 1149), Christopher Pasquale (201 543 1858).
Friday Night Bereans (Acts 17:11).
When: 2nd and 4th Fridays, 7:00-8:00 PM.
Where: Text for Address.
Each session a different person will be assigned to choose the book (or chapters from longer books) of the Bible that we will be reading. We read as a group, one at a time out loud, stopping at the end of each chapter, and then discuss the things that stood out and what the Lord might be ministering to us through these portions of His Word. We begin and end in prayer.
Contact: Nano Curtin, Eric Gumin (njcurtin@gmail.com, 917 696 0805).
SATURDAY GROUP
Women’s Dance Fitness Group.
When: Saturdays, 9:15-10:30 AM, starts Jan 25.
Where: Jaycee Park, 2600 S. Federal Hwy, Boynton Beach.
Led by Martha-Paula McAliley. This fun dance group includes 5-minutes of pre-fellowship, 60-minutes of dance fitness (warm up & cool down included), and 10minutes of post-fellowship: 75-minutes total. For teens to golden girls, low to medium intensity. Varied Christian music: from County to Rap, Rock & Merengue. There is a song for you! Bring water, a sweat rag and wear workout attire. Pop by anytime!
Contact: Martha-Paula McAliley (marthapaula@protonmail.com, 561 222 7990).
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.