ACTS (Active Caring Through Service) This mid-size group of adults meets weekly in a variety of settings including video discussion series, Bible study, and a monthly worship service at Lochhaven Apartments. Meets on Sunday at 6:00pm in Journey Building 401.
Mel Miller – 419.225.7694 or mdmiller@wcoil.com
Alpha An 11-week series exploring the basics of the Christian faith. Each session is conversation based and considers different questions people have about faith. Following a meal, there is a time of teaching and discussion where all questions are welcome. Childcare is available with pre-registration. Meets on Wednesday 6:30-8:30pm in DOWNTOWN Elementary (September 11-November 20).
John & Roxie Craig – fishermanjohn@embarqmail.com
Celebrate Recovery For anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or addiction of any kind, here you can find freedom from the issues that control your life as well as community with others in a shared meal, worship, group discussion, and personal growth. Childcare is available with pre-registration. Meets on Wednesday at 6:30pm in Lima Community Church Chapel.
Mike Rossfeld – 419.303.5206 or sandm8344@gmail.com
Dorcas Blanket Ministry Our group enjoys sewing and ministering to the community by making and donating blankets to anyone in need. Wherever there is a need, we give! Meets on Monday 3:00-5:00pm and Thursday 9:30-11:30am in Journey Building 403.
Christine Shumaker – 419.233.2339
Formations We are an adult discipleship group for those desiring spiritual growth in context of a community. We value building community, respect diverse opinions, and enjoy laughter! Childcare is available with pre-registration. Meets on Wednesday 6:00-7:30pm in Journey Building 401 beginning September 11.
Amy Durst – 419.223.9646 x1210 or AmyDurst@limacc.com
Grief Support Group This 8-week, professionally-led group for adults 18+ helps individuals process grief in healthy ways, connect with others who are also grieving, and ultimately discover hope in their grief journey. Meets on Sunday 9:00-10:30am in Journey Building 401 (October 6 - November 24).
Amy Tabler – 419.223.9646 x1103 or AmyTabler@limacc.com
Neighborhood Networking We are a group of volunteers meeting once a month to beautify the community with clean-up efforts focused on the Columbus Grove area. Meets the last Saturday of each month (March-October) from 9:00-11:00am at CG Connect, 112½ N High Street, Columbus Grove.
Jackie Brinkman – 419.615.0312 or Brink7@fairpoint.net.
Strength & Balance Class This 10-week session includes daily devotion and exercises to improve physical strength and balance as well as prevent falls. Meets on Wednesday 10:00-11:00am in the Chapel (September 11 – November 13).
Amy Tabler – 419.223.9646 x1103 or AmyTabler@limacc.com
Women’s Bible Study (evening) The evening Women’s Bible Study group meets every-other-week to study scripture and grow in understanding and obedience to God’s Word. This fall we will study Esther: It’s Tough Being a Woman by Beth Moore. Meets on Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm in Journey Building 402 beginning September 3.
Janet Shuler – 419.234.1199 or janetshuler@hotmail.com
Young & Married A group for engaged and young married couples that meets weekly to study scripture and be in conversation about this season of life that we find ourselves in. Meets on Sunday 9:30-10:30am in Journey Building 402 beginning September 8.
Wes Reece – 419.223.9646 x 1113 or WesReece@limacc.com.
Choir This community of worshipers leads our people in proclaiming God’s praise and in living lives of commitment to God and each other. Childcare is available with pre-registration. Rehearsals are Wednesday at 6:30pm in the Choir Room.
Jonathan Burkey – JonathanBurkey@limacc.com
Financial Peace University What if you knew where all of your money was going each month? What if you were debt-free, investing, and making wise spending decisions? With Dave Ramsey’s class, Financial Peace University, you CAN take control of your money and start planning for your future. Join us for a nine-week Financial Peace University class. Childcare is available with pre-registration. Meets on Wednesday 6:30-8:00pm in Journey Building 402 (September 11-November 6).
Amy Tabler – 419.223.9646 x1103 or AmyTabler@limacc.com
Foundations This group is for young families desiring to nurture godly home environments and grow in Christlikeness. Our gatherings include a time of informal conversation, sharing with each other, a meal, discussion, and prayer. Childcare is available with pre-registration. Meets on first and third Sunday of each month 5:30pm-7:15pm in the Chapel beginning September 15.
Jonathan & Kate Burkey – jkburkey@gmail.com
Lighthouse Fellowship Luncheon This gathering of seniors (55+) is for anyone who is widowed or lives alone and desires fellowship and conversation. Meets on the first Friday of each month for 12 noon lunch at Old Barn Out Back.
Verne Bellinger – 419.641.5992 or Sylvia Schulz – 567.328.4293
Small Groups For a complete list of small groups and meeting times, please visit limacommunitychurch.com/groups or the Get Connected Counter in the Foyer.
Women’s Bible Study (morning) Our morning Women’s Bible Study meets weekly to study scripture and grow in understanding and obedience to God’s Word. This fall we begin The Patriarchs by Beth Moore on Tuesday from 9:30-11:30am in Journey Building 402 (September 10 – November 19).
Brenda McNary – 419.230.9051 or brendamcn@woh.rr.com
YAMs (Young Adult Ministries) Perfect for post-high school, career-oriented, or college-age young adults, this group offers opportunities to connect during weekly gatherings with dinner, worship, and discussion. Meets on Tuesday 6:00-8:30pm in the AXIS.
Jill Eberle – 419.223.9646 x1108 or JillEberle@limacc.com