LIFE GROUPS
We are better together!
Life Groups are a place where people can meet together in a variety of social settings to create life long friendships through prayer and fellowship. A great example of how we truly are “Better Together”!
Life Groups start two different times within the year. We have a big kickoff in the Fall where classes will continue until the beginning of December. There is a short break for the Christmas season. The second session begins in mid to late January and continues until the end of May. This allows people to try different groups if they want.
If you have any further questions or would like more information, please email us at questions@churchalivewc.org.
Of course, any questions can also be asked at the Welcome Center on Sundays before and after service.
No matter what stage of life you are in, we here at Church Alive encourage you to join a Life Group!
Check out this story from Shane
Interested in starting a Life Group?
It's easy to start a new group-and we're with you every step of the way.
Step 1
Leave your name and phone number with the Welcome Center.
Step 2
Our Team Leader will contact you and share a few topics to choose from.
Step 3
Invite people to join your Life Group and start a meeting.
Current Life Groups
How do we overcome those battles in our lives that we always seem to be fighting? Learn to overcome the “giants” in your life—the fears and insecurities that keep you from reaching your full potential.
It’s likely you have a threatening giant in your life: an adversary or stronghold that’s diminishing your ability to live a full and free life. Frozen in the grip of rejection, fear, anger, or addiction, we lose sight of the promise God has for our lives. Demoralized and defeated, we settle for far less than his best.
In Goliath Must Fall, pastor Louie Giglio uncovers a newfound twist in the classic story of David and Goliath. It is not God’s plan for you to live with a giant standing in the middle of your life, demoralizing you day after day. Our freedom and God’s glory are forever interwoven into one story. God does want us to live free. He wants us to recognize that He’s already killed the giant.
In Goliath Must Fall, discover:
- Hope and encouragement that God has a better plan for you—a plan for you to live in victory
- Powerful insights from the Biblical story of David
- How to silence your giants once and for all
The key to living free from our giants is not better slingshot accuracy but keeping our eyes on the one and only giant-slayer—Jesus. Once you understand the source of your giants, you can ensure that whatever your affliction is, it can, will, and must fall with the power of Jesus. Put your hope in God and watch Goliath fall.
ONCE UPON A TIME… Marriage was forever. It was a covenant that knit one man and one woman together. This weaving made both stronger, nobler, and more vibrant expressions of who they were created to be. They were better together than either had been on their own.
The wedding ceremony was but a beginning. It was the gateway to build their happily ever after. Each choice and action was designed to construct the life their union represented. Husband and wife walked into the great unknown with hearts, hands, and voices intertwined to express the love of their Creator.
How did we lose touch with this profound love story? In The Story of Marriage, John and Lisa Bevere invite you to rediscover God’s original plan. Whether you’re married, single, or engaged, your story is a part of His
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This Life Group will create time for:
- Daily devotionals
- Questions for group discussion
- Tools for mapping your dream marriage
- Steps for writing your story well
Whether you are just starting out or years into the marriage journey, it’s never too late to start building something beautiful. A passionate and fulfilling marriage is possible. The Story of Marriage will help you get there.
This Life Group is tailored for recently high school graduated and college-age students wanting to keep God as their primary source of decision making during this pivotal phase of life. The choices between pursuing higher education and embarking on a career journey can be both exciting and daunting. Our group aims to provide a supportive space where you can navigate these decisions while fostering a deep connection with God’s guidance.
Together, we’ll explore how to align your aspirations with God’s purpose for your life. Through open discussions, shared experiences, and biblical insights, we’ll delve into the art of decision-making, recognizing that God’s plan often unfolds through our choices. By anchoring ourselves in faith, we’ll discover how to discern His will amidst the opportunities before us.
This Life Group isn’t just about decisions; it’s about maintaining a vibrant connection with an age group of individuals which are many times forgotten about in churches. We believe that the journey toward adulthood should be marked by growth in faith, community engagement, and meaningful relationships. We’ll explore strategies for balancing college or career pursuits with active involvement in our church’s vibrant young adult programs, ensuring that our faith remains central to every aspect of our lives.
As we gather, we’ll provide a space for prayer, mutual support, and accountability, encouraging each other to lean on God’s wisdom as we make life-shaping choices. Join us as we embark on a journey of self-discovery, purpose, and unwavering faith, allowing God to be the cornerstone of our decisions and the compass that guides us through this transformative season.
Many people today are struggling with unprecedented levels of anxiety, hurt, doubt, guilt, and shame. Medical and mental health professionals confirm that much of the dysfunction and disconnectedness we experience in life stems from unresolved relational and emotional hurts. These hurts leave us with unfulfilled desires that we seek to satisfy through unhealthy behaviors and relationships. Yet, our struggles aren’t random; they’re signals that when answered, can pave our way towards a thriving life.
In Free to Thrive, Josh McDowell and Ben Bennett invite you on a journey of healing and will teach you how to overcome unwanted behaviors by engaging your unmet longings. With a blend of hard-won wisdom, compassion, and youthful energy, they present:
- Biblical teaching.
- Up-to-date neuroscientific research.
- Time-tested principles.
- Personal stories of deliverance from addictions and unwanted behavior.
- Practical tools
- Opportunities and questions for deeper for reflection and self-evaluation.
No matter what you are struggling with, it is possible to experience the spiritual, emotional, and relational wholeness that God wants you to have–and live the thriving life you were made for.
Together, we’ll explore how to align your aspirations with God’s purpose for your life. Through open discussions, shared experiences, and biblical insights, we’ll delve into the art of decision-making, recognizing that God’s plan often unfolds through our choices. By anchoring ourselves in faith, we’ll discover how to discern His will amidst the opportunities before us.
Dive Deeper into the Scriptures: Unpacking Sunday’s Message
Each Sunday, we gather to worship and listen to the Word of God proclaimed from our pulpit. These sermons are a source of spiritual nourishment and guidance, but how often do we find ourselves hungry for more, longing to unpack the profound wisdom contained within? That’s where our “Dive Deeper” study comes in.
What to Expect
Our study is not just another Bible study; it’s a communal exploration of God’s Word and a chance to go beyond the surface. We will take the previous Sunday’s message as our starting point, immersing ourselves in the Scriptures that inspired it. Through open and thoughtful discussion, we will unpack the key passages, themes, and practical applications of the sermon.
How It Works
Our weekly gatherings will be both enriching and accessible. We’ll provide study materials that align with the sermon, making it easy to follow along. The format will include group discussions, reflections, and prayer. You can expect an atmosphere of fellowship, where we learn and grow together.
Our Goal
Ultimately, our goal is spiritual transformation. We aim to apply the wisdom of the Scriptures to our daily lives, allowing them to shape our actions, decisions, and relationships. By diving deeper into God’s Word, we hope to draw closer to Him and one another, fostering a stronger, more vibrant church community.
The world has never been more distracting—joy has never been more possible.
You live with a massive amount of distraction:
- desperate headlines
- smartphone scrolling
- an endless to-do list
Not to mention the nagging questions of your heart:
- Am I making the right decision?
- Am I with the right person?
- Will my past mistakes keep me from my best future?
Through the pithy and inspiring storytelling that has endeared him to millions, New York Times bestselling author Bob Goff invites you to laugh with more gusto, dream with more confidence, and love with more intention in this disarming call to live Undistracted.
Bob’s stories are like the rumble strips on the road that make you suddenly alert to how far you have drifted from your lane. From visiting friends in San Quentin to accidentally getting into a stalker’s car at the airport to establishing Uganda’s first space program, Bob shows you the way back to an audaciously attentive life.
Your undistracted life is an adventure waiting to happen. What stories will you live with undistracted purpose and unstoppable joy?
Together, we’ll explore how to align your aspirations with God’s purpose for your life. Through open discussions, shared experiences, and biblical insights, we’ll delve into the art of decision-making, recognizing that God’s plan often unfolds through our choices. By anchoring ourselves in faith, we’ll discover how to discern His will amidst the opportunities before us.
Do you long for an intimate relationship with your Creator, but He seems elusive? Perhaps it is because something utterly essential is missing—the fear of the Lord. Don’t let this frighten you. Fearing God is very different than being afraid of God. It’s the key to everything.
Holy Fear is not a topic you’ll hear much about these days. But if you want to build a faith that stands strong through troubled times, you cannot afford to ignore this study.
In The Awe of God, John Bevere invites you to take a fresh look at what it means to work out your salvation with fear and trembling. This healthy, holy, and largely forgotten virtue is the uncommon path to a more fulfilled and fruitful life. In this study you will see why godly fear is the foundation of:
- Wisdom, understanding, and knowledge
- Foresight, clarity, and divine direction
- Maturity and conformity to the image of Jesus Christ
- Building an eternal legacy
- Confidence, fearlessness, and security
- Freedom from the fear of man as all lesser fears are eclipsed
If you look at the men and women in Scripture, the ones who lived and finish well all have one thing in common: they are marked by holy fear.
The Awe of God was designed to be read slowly and intentionally. There are five tools at the end of each chapter to help you deepen your understanding and apply what the Spirit of God is teaching you.
With this compelling and convicting study, you can experience a revival in your relationship with God, whether you’re new to following Him or have walked with Him for most of your life.
