Small Groups
Contact Donna Snyder or Anne Smith for assistance in finding a group. For ChristCare, please contact Bill Ross. THE GOAL: everyone in a small group!
Small Group Opportunities
- DISCIPLE I Bible Study is offered annually at St. Paul's. The basic 32-week course is an introduction to the entire Bible in a small group setting. DISCIPLE II, III, and IV are also offered.
- Jesus in the Gospels. This intensive experience aims toward deepening discipleship for those who have previously completed the basic DISCIPLE Bible Study course.
- The Marriage Course by Alpha is offered each fall! If you would like to take your marriage to the next level, this course is for you (engaged couples would also benefit from this course). Childcare and dinner are provided. Contact Donna Snyder for more info.
- ChristCare. This is an opportunity for an ongoing experience of study, prayer, and support with a small group. Groups are offered at a variety of times and locations. For assistance in finding a ChristCare group, please contact Bill Ross.
- Purpose Driven Life. Suggest a time and we'll help you begin a new PDL group!
- Beth Moore Study for women and men (currently) meets every Tuesday from 6:30 to 9:00 pm in the Sanctuary. Leaders are Kim Helsel and Jill Plafcan.
- Salt and Light Bible Study meets Sunday morning from 9:15 to 10:15 am (ages 20's and 30's plus) Contact Donna Snyder for more information.
- Women's Bible Study meets Wednesdays at 9:30 AM in the Social Room. Childcare is provided. Leaders: Sheri Vidunas and Anne Smith.
- Early Morning Study Group meets at Perkins Restaurant on S.Atherton Street on the second and fourth Tuesdays from 7-8:15 AM. Current study: Matthew's Gospel. Leaders: Cindy Alley and Donna Snyder.
- Photography from a Spirit-Filled Point of View. See the work of the Creator through the lens of a camera. Contact Roger Ford for meeting times.
- Cards for Christ. Help create cards for people in need. Meets the third Wednesday of each month at the Alley residence. Contact Cindy Alley for more information and directions.
- Knit/Crochet Together. Create handmade items for various ministry needs. Meets on the third Tuesday of each month at various locations. Contact Pam Porter.
- Women of Purpose. This women's Bible Study meets on Tuesdays at 11:30 AM at Abba Java House (Adjacent to the church; entrance on Locust Lane) Contact: Donna Snyder.
- Inspirational Book Discussion Group. Meets Mondays at 9 AM at Barnes and Noble bookstore (near the Nittany Mall). Contact Anne Smith for more information.
- Growth Group. This spin-off of the Purpose Driven Life study meets on the first and third Thursdays at noon at the Christ residence. Contact Pastor Tom Jacobs for more information.
- This 11-week course provides spiritual growth and new understanding to mature Christians and seekers alike. ALPHA provides a forum for discussion of life's most important questions. Contact Donna Snyder for more information. Leader: Matt Carlson.
- Grief Support is provided in a small group context for those who have lost loved ones. Some social opportunities are provided as well as resources for dealing with the special challenges of bereavement. Contact Grief Support for more information.
- The Page Turners Book Club meets the third Sunday of the month, September through May, at Panera's in State College from 4:30 to 6:30 PM. Contact: Eilene Jacobs for more information.
- Accountable Disciples. Meets for prayer support every Friday at 6:45 AM. Contact person is Gary Wiser.
- "Essence of Eve" Women's Ministry meets every Friday morning from 9:15 to 11:30 am in the Abba Java House. Leaders: Kim Helsel and Jill Plafcan.