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Small Groups
Men & Women 18 or older.
Life change happens in circles not rows.
Join a Small Group during one of our Small Group semesters!
In a small group you can make friends, dig deeper into the bible and biblical topics, ask questions, and find a place to belong.
Our small group ministry is an important way for you to connect with God's work and with God's people. We have small group semesters so you are only committing for a short period of time. As your schedule changes, your small group can change with you.
How (NOT) to Read the Bible
Led by Sandra Hansen
Making sense of the anti-women, anti-science, pro-violence, pro-slavery and other crazy-sounding parts of Scripture.
This popular small group is back again! Join Sandra as she leads a discussion through this fresh six-video series. We will make sense of the most misunderstood, difficult and distrubing Bible passages.
Where: Origional Sanctuary
When: Sunday's @ 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Fierce: Women of the Bible Who Changed the World
Led by Pat Marusarz
Learn from the fierce women of God who changed the world. In this six-week study we will look at lesser-known female characters in the Bible and the ways they changed the world by living into God's calling.
Where: Origional Sanctuary
When: Monday's @ 2:30-4:00 p.m.
Abide: Five Practices to Help You Engage with God through Scripture
Led by Amy Murray
Do you find the Bible confusing? Are you easily distracted when reading the Bible? Do you want to look forward to your time in the word? Go beyond simply reading the Bible and learn "scripture engagement" in a new way.
Where: Origional Sanctuary
When: Monday's @ 6:30-8:00 p.m.
S.O.A.P Bible Study
Led by Jim Klockow
Do you ever wonder how you can make reading the bible easier? Join us for our S.O.A.P small group and learn a method for reading and studying your Bible that you can do by yourself or with a group.
Where: Origional Sanctuary
When: Tuesday @ 7:00-8:30 p.m
Risen Motherhood: Gospel Hope for Everyday Moments - Part 1
Led by Katie VanDyken
Motherhood is hard. One second, we think we're doing a good enough job; the next, we feel like the worst mom on the planet, which is why we need the refreshing truth of the gospel to be repeated over and over again, giving us hope in the every day moments.
**Child care provided**
Where: Origional Sanctuary
When: Wednesday's @ 9:30-11:00 a.m
The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God
Led by Brett and Lori Goral
Using video discussion and study guide, this group is for young couples in a committed relationship who will discuss modern day assumptions of marriage and explore marriage as a glorios relationship, which is also misunderstood and mysterious!
Where: The Goral home: 10400 W 134th St. Palos Park, 60464
When: Starting October 5th
Doing Life with your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out
Led by Suzy and Juice Alfini
Learn how to navigate one of the richest and most challenging seasons of parenting. Wednesday evenings at the Alfini home.
Where: The Alfini home: 20W420 Rooke Ct. Downers Grove, 60516
When: Wednesday's @ 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Tabernacle Schmabernacle
Led by Steve and Katie Sherrill
What is the BIG DEAL with the Tabernacle? Come and find out as this popular small group will continue this fall.
Join the Sherrills as they teach how Jesus fits into the Old Testament in the often-misunderstood Tabernacle! See what everyone is talking about when they say, "Ya gotta check out TAB SHMAB!"
Where: PCC Fellowship Hall
When: Wednesday's @ 6:30-8:00 p.m.
James Bible Study
Led by Martha Sproule
Delve into the questions of faith as revealed by James in his letter to the Jews.
Where: Origional Sanctuary
When: Thursday's @ 10:30 a.m. - Noon
Fight Club: Men's Group
Led by Tony Parrish
Just a bunch of guys who will be hanging out growing in our friendships with each other, and challenging each other to keep God central in our lives!
Where: Meet outside the Swallow Cliff Pavilion (stairs), Sag Valley Trail
Palos Park, IL 60464. In the event of bad weather, meet at PCC Fellowship Hall.
When: Friday's @ 7:00-8:30 a.m.
Sole Sisters: Women's Group
Led by Michelle Parrish
Let's get outside! There's something special about taking a hike and experiencing God in His creation, especially in the FALL. If you love the outdoors, or are simply looking to get moving with friends, meet us on Saturday mornings to explore our local trails.
Where: Meeting at various local trails, TBD
When: Saturday's @ 8:00-9:00 a.m.
