groups

If you're looking for a group of people to find friendship with while learning to follow Jesus, then we'd love to help you get connected. We've got groups for each stage of life, groups that meet at different times of week, and groups that meet on and off campus. Take a look at our group offerings below or fill out the form at the bottom of the page  and our Pastor of Discipleship, Tom Lynch,  will get back to you.

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ADULT GROUPS

Live It! Groups

Groups where you can grow in your relationship with God, develop deeper friendships, and serve our community. They often meet once a week for 10-12 weeks in a row.

2nd Quarter | Sundays @ 9am, Rm 230

Those in the second quarter of life gather for community, Bible study, and to serve others.

Tuesday Evening Women's Group | 7pm

Discover how you can better love and rely on the person of the Holy Spirit - and embrace how much He loves you!

Seekers | Sundays @ 9am, Rm 114

Adults of all ages gather for fellowship and Bible study.

Wednesday Morning Women's Group | 10am, Rm 208

Gather with a group of women seeking to discern how God is leading.  Openly share praises, disappointments and prayer requests.

Women of Faith | Sundays @ 9am, Rm 230

An all ladies group that loves studying God's word and discussing how we can be better followers of Jesus.

Thursday Evening Group | 6:30pm, Parlor

Fellowship, bible study, prayer, and service. Currently exploring the theme of transformation.

Family Group | Tuesdays  @ 6pm, Stansbury Home

A family group (kids included) that builds  relationships around Bible study, prayer, and service.

Young Adult Group | Sundays @ 8pm, Rm 238

Gather with others in a similar stage of life (18-33) for fellowship, fun, and Bible study.

College Live It! Group | Sundays  @ 9am, Rm 235

Gather with others in a similar stage of life for Bible study, prayer, and service.

Courses

Short-term groups (usually 4-8 weeks) focused on a particular topic or book study.

First Steps | Sundays, TBD
9-10am

Interested in learning more about FBCA and becoming a member?  This course is for you!  Join Pastor Josh as he shares about FBCA's mission and values and ways to be connected in community 

Unseen Realm | Wednesdays @ 6pm, Rm 235
Jan 10-Feb 7

This is a 5-week course exploring ancient biblical authors' supernatural worldview and culminating with encouraged participation in an Ash Wednesday Service (optional 6th week).

Meetups

A great way to meet people and take a “next step” with FBCA, whether for a service project or just to have some fun. Meetups can happen week-to-week for a season and others meet for special events.

Men's Prayer Breakfast | Mondays @ 6:30am
Cross Bros (Ashland)

Men meet weekly for food, coffee and prayer.

FBCA Seniors | Wednesdays @ 11:30am
Thompson Hall

Enjoy fellowship and a laugh, strengthen your faith, eat fantastic desserts, and meet a new friend. Join us this week!

Sunday School Classes

Groups that gather on Sunday mornings  for study, prayer and fellowship.

Trinity | Sundays @ 9am, 2nd Floor Conf. Rm

Studying God's word and engaging in conversations as to how it applies to our  lives and the world around us today. Uses "The Gospel Project" literature.

Alde Reamy | Sundays @ 9am, Rm 210

A chronological, Christ-centered journey through the Scriptures using "The Gospel Project" literature.

From the teacher: "If you are looking for a group to uplift and surround you with loving Christian arms, and learn about the Bible, this is the group!"

Billy Flowers | Sundays @ 9am, Rm 105

Bible study in an expositional way, trying to find the meaning of scripture in a verse-by-verse manner. 

Explorers | Sundays @ 9am, Chapel

Good fellowship and Bible study.

From the teacher: "The Explorer class is a multigenerational, coed discipleship class.  The Bible is our primary study resource.  All are welcome."

FBCA Seniors Meetup | Wednesdays @ 11:30am
Thompson Hall

Enjoy fellowship and a laugh, strengthen your faith, eat fantastic desserts, and meet a new friend. Join us this week!

Disciple Zone | Sundays, 9-10am, Rm 207

Disciple Zone meets at 9am in a large group setting. The lesson is  introduced in a creative way before kids break out into smaller groups.

Worship Zone | Sundays, Rm 205

Kids in grades K-5 are invited to meet Pastor Laura at the organ-side door during worship. Worship Zone includes going outside, having a snack/drink, hearing a Bible lesson, and making a craft.

Nursery | Sundays, 10-11:15am, Rm 113

We love infants and babies at FBCA! Our caring background-checked volunteers will be ready to receive your children during worship. Please remember your diaper bag and any special instructions for your child.

Noah's Park | Sundays, 10-11:15am, Rm 132

Toddlers & preschoolers can be dropped off prior to worship (beginning at 10am). During Noah’s Park, kids will go outside, hear a story, color, and play.

FBCA Youth Sunday Morning Meetup | 9am

Youth in grades 6-12 spend time together in Bible study on Sundays before the worship service.

FBCA Youth Wednesday Night Live It! Group | 7-8pm

A smaller gathering for prayer and Bible study, especially for youth in grades 6-12 who want to deepen their relationship with God and each other. We meet at Bethany's house.

FBCA Youth Sunday Night Meetup | 5:30-7:30pm

Youth in grades 6-12 enjoy fun, friends, games, worship and Bible study each Sunday night.

FBCA Youth Leadership Team | Third Sundays, 11:30am-12:15pm

Student leaders help plan activites with adult leaders.

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