Small Groups

The Small Group program of St. Barnabas is designed to foster deep bonds with Christ and one another. It seeks to nurture the environment that allows faith to develop and grow. Like the early disciples and followers of Christ, group members discover the joy of Christian community in small gatherings. Each group is a joyful fellowship which meets regularly to learn, pray, reach out, and support one another.

Fellowship, spiritual growth, bible study, and outreach are all elements of Small Groups at St. Barnabas. In addition, each group participates in some type of outreach project.

Small Groups come in many forms and vary according to need. They include:

Short-term Studies (begin periodically throughout the year)

Advent Study
Alpha
Being United Methodist in the Bible Belt
Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts
Introduction to the Old Testament
Introduction to the New Testament
Lenten Study
Men's Prayer Breakfast
Mom's Group Bible Study
Pastor's Bible Study
The Truth Project

In-depth Bible Studies

Disciple I - a study of 80% of the Bible over a nine month period
Disciple II - an in-depth, 32 week study of Genesis-Exodus and Luke-Acts
Disciple III - a 32 week study of the Prophets and Letters of Paul
Disciple IV
Jesus in the Gospels
Christian Believer

Fellowship Groups

Hilltoppers
Home Fellowship Gatherings
Men's Coffee Break
United Methodist Men
United Methodist Women

Support Groups are offered to address particular needs of persons in particular ways. Such groups seek to provide encouragement and hope for those experiencing difficulty. These groups are offered on an as needed basis and have included support for:

Alzheimers
Cancer
Depression
Divorce
Grief
Senior Women

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