SMALL groupS
WHY SMALL GROUPS MATTER
God created us for community.
When we come to faith in Christ, God adopts us into His forever family. The Apostle Paul says, “For through him we both have access in one Spirit to the Father. 19 So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God” (Eph. 2.18-29).
Family happens best when smaller groups of believers gather to fellowship and encourage one another, study and discuss God’s Word together, vulnerably share with each other, and pray for and practically for one another. We encourage everyone to join a small group where they can experience such rich community.
CURRENT SMALL GROUPS
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 will used in each week’s sermon. The format will allow you to explore Scripture deeply, hear others’ views, ask questions, and find meaningful applications. Since we are following 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 Jan 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 wks.
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, (201 543 1858, cmpasquale@me.com).
Home Group: Corwins and Sweetens.
When: Sundays, 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 and cool down included), and 10-minutes 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).
