Small Groups
Overview
We strongly believe in the power of small groups and their ability to transform our lives through tightknit community and Spirit-led conversation and study. Below, find a list of active groups you can enquire about in order to join.
If you’re interested in leading a small group contact Pastor Karl.
The Gift of Prophecy
Courtney & Crystal D’Avilar are hosting a group that will take a closer look at our 18th fundamental belief—the gift of prophecy. This group will meet the 2nd and 4th Sabbath of each month.
The Burishkins’ small group meets at their home focusing on growing in Jesus’ love through prayer, Bible study, fellowship, and outreach to our families and neighbors. They also hope to start a “Bags of Love” ministry for the community. For more information, please contact Diane Burishkin.
The Love of Jesus
Questions About Adventism
Pastor Reed's small group meets on Monday evenings at 7 pm (location varies but mostly they meet at the Jaen's house in New Market). Currently the group is studying Seventh-day Adventist fundamental beliefs, focusing on specific questions group members have.
Woodworking Group
Tim Harley started a woodworking group. If you’re interested and would like more information please reach out to him.
Young Adult Book Study
Pastor Karl & Bree Camacho are leading a book study for young adults on Wednesday evenings at 6 pm at their house. The book they are using is Jesus Continued-Why the Spirit Inside You is Better than Jesus Beside You by J. D. Greear. Contact them for more information or to join their group.
Cooking with a Purpose
If you are looking for fellowship, worship time with others, fun in the kitchen, and helping others, then this group is for you. We have a good time, make some delicious food, and test it thoroughly. Then, we take some to others that may need some encouragement. We meet on the second Wednesday of each month from 10 am to 12 pm in the church fellowship hall. If interested, contact Rita Miller.
History Around Us
If you enjoy history, this small group is for you. We are blessed to have an enormous amount of history in our area and this group plans to learn and explore these places and see how God has directed our country. If interested, contact Gordon Miller.
Lunch Bunch
Join retirees and friends on the third Tuesday of each month for a meal and time of fellowship at a local restaurant. Each month’s location is listed in the the Happenings.
Young Adult Discussion Group
Pastor Buz meets with a young adult group in his office at the church on Fridays at 7 pm. For more information contact Pastor Buz.
Ladies’ Prayer Group
The ladies’ prayer and study group led by Dot Selvage meets on Tuesday mornings at 10 am in the Junior Room. Bring your Bible and a notebook.
Deeper Conversations Discussion Group
Clayton & Ausma Kinney host a monthly discussion group at their home primarily intended for SVA village students, community members & the young-in-heart & faith are welcome. This is a venue for young people to not just inherit their faith, but think deeply about what they believe & why they believe it. For more details including location, tentative ongoing schedule, & to let them know you’d like to attend, visit:
www.deeperconversations.org/sva
Women’s Exercise Group
Donna Harley leads a ladies’ exercise group at the church in the Junior Room on Wednesdays at 7:30 pm.
Sabbath Schools
Sabbath mornings at 9:30 am
Fellowship Hall Class
Led by: Sharyn Joseph
This Sabbath School Quarterly study meets in the Fellowship Hall on Sabbath mornings.
The Great Controversy
Led by: Dave DeSpirito
Join Dave in the classroom off the church lobby in looking at the Bible through the framework of the Great Controversy.
Traditional Sabbath School Lesson
Led by: Bill Little
This class studies the traditional Sabbath School lesson and meets in Classroom #3 in the SE Wing.
Discipleship Class
Led by: Pastor Reed
This class meets in Pastor Buz’s office to discuss Biblical themes of discipleship.
Friendship Class
Led by: Michael & Becky Patrick
Meeting in the Fellowship Hall Annex, this class studies a book of the Bible or a topical study.
Health Class
Led by: Dr. Gary Langston
Dr. Langston leads a study in the Junior Room on how to lengthen your life through wise, Biblical, and scientifically supported health practices.
Parents’ Class in Beginners Sabbath School
Led by: Mindi Wiygul and Friends
Each Sabbath at the end of the Beginners Children’s class, the last fifteen minutes are reserved for parents to discuss the adult quarterly lesson while the children complete a craft.
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