Summer 2023
Discipleship Guide

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Small Groups

 

Mondays

ACTS: The Spread of the Gospel

The book of Acts is a carefully-recorded history of the explosive spread of the gospel and the rapid growth of the church after Christ’s ascension. In one of the most tumultuous, violent and dramatic books in the entire Bible, Acts starts with the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, without which the young church could never have survived the unleashing of rage and prejudice towards these radical followers of The Way.

Throughout Acts, God shows His infinite power regardless of the circumstances, just as He continues to do today.

Mondays at 6:30 am (Starts 6/12)
Men • Scotia
With Ron

Faith & Fitness

Faith & Fitness starts with an optional fitness section involving functional movements for everyday life, for women of all ages and abilities. The group is ongoing and women can join at any time! We include a fitness time at 8:30 am (optional) and the study group at 9:30 am.

Mondays at 8:30 am Fitness, 9:30 am Study (Starts 6/12)
Women • Grace Latham
With Joy

Faith & Fitness

Faith & Fitness starts with an optional fitness section involving functional movements for everyday life, for women of all ages and abilities. The group is ongoing and women can join at any time! We include a fitness time at 4:30 pm (optional) and the study group at 5:30 pm.

Mondays at 4:30 pm Fitness, 5:30 pm Study (Starts 6/12)
Women • Grace Latham
With Joy

Young Adult Ministry

This is a gathering of young adults that are interested in learning about who God is and what He desires for our lives. 

Mondays at 7 pm (Starts 6/12)
Ages 18-29 •  Grace Latham
With Jason & Taylor

Wednesdays

Freedom in Christ: Discipleship Course

This course is designed to help every Christian become a fruitful disciple and make their life count. Teaching sessions reveal who we are in Christ and the reality of the spiritual world. Includes a special ministry component that helps Christians turn to Jesus through repentance and faith. The final key is “stronghold busting” being transformed by the renewing of our minds. This course has helped Christians of all backgrounds from new believers to those who’ve followed Jesus for many years! ($10 cost for course materials)

For more information on this course visit: ficm.org.uk/discipleship-course

Wednesdays at 9:30 am (Starts 6/14)
Open to all • Grace Latham
With Erin

Marriage Ministry: The God of Restoration

God is always about restoration and bringing hope when things seem hopeless. Regardless of your mistakes, the Lord’s desire is to restore your life into His plan and purpose. Through this inspiring series from the life of Nehemiah, you’ll discover how to break free from sin and restore the brokenness in your life. When you’ve overcome the past and are living in God’s blessing, you’ll experience breakthrough, favor, and fulfillment.

Wednesdays at 6:30pm (Starts 6/14)
Married Couples • Grace Latham
With Ron and Karen 

The Art of Neighboring

Once upon a time, people knew their neighbors. They talked to them, had cook-outs with them, and went to church with them. In our time of unprecedented mobility and increasing isolationism, it’s hard to make lasting connections with those who live right outside our front door. We have hundreds of “friends” through online social networking, but we often don’t even know the full name of the person who lives right next door. This unique and inspiring study asks the question: What is the most loving thing I can do for the people who live on my street or in my apartment building? Through compelling true stories of lives impacted, the authors show readers how to create genuine friendships with the people who live in closest proximity to them.

Wednesdays at 6:30 pm (Starts 6/14)
Open to all • Grace Latham
With Jesse

Thursdays

Questioning Evangelism

In this group you will learn to ask the right questions to an unbelieving world to stimulate thoughts and reflection on Christ and his mission.

Thursdays at 8:30 am (Starts 6/15)
Open to all • Grace Latham
With Michael

Basic Christianity

Who is Jesus Christ? While Jesus and his teaching continue to hold appeal, many people question the plausibility or relevance of the Christian faith. Is it reasonable to believe that Jesus was truly divine? If so, what does it mean for us? This study will examine the historical facts on which Christianity stands, present a biblical portrait of Christ, and consider what it looks like to become and live as a Christian.

This group is open to all but will be especially helpful to those exploring or new to the Christian faith!

Thursdays at 7pm (Starts 5/20)
Open to All • Grace Latham
With Bruce & Elaine

The Life You’ve Always Wanted (20’s & 30’s)

Looking for a young adult community eager to grow in their faith? In this study we tackle many spiritual disciplines in ‘The Life You’ve Always Wanted’ by John Ortberg. This is perfect for all Christians, as we’ll be studying tools we can use at any stage in our walk with God, to transform our daily and spiritual lives.. For those in their 20’s & 30’s.

Thursdays at 6:30 pm (Starts 6/15)
Ages 20s & 30s • Grace Latham
With Erin & Nef

Prayer (Latham)

Looking to meet with other believers for a time of fellowship and prayer? Then this group is for you!

Thursdays at 6pm
Open to all • Grace Latham
With Wayne

Prayer (Schenectady)

Looking to meet with other believers for a time of fellowship and prayer? Then this group is for you!

Thursdays at 6pm
Open to all • Schenectady
With Olga

Saturdays

IF:Table

The IF:Table gathers women around a table once a month, creating a space for them to feel known and providing an environment for conversation about following God. Feel free to come in person or join in over Zoom.

3rd Saturday at 9:30am
Women • Valatie or Online
With Sarah

Ministries

 

Mondays

CAMEO: Choose Freedom

This group is a safe place of support, unconditional love, and prayer for women who have experienced sexual abuse or abuse of any kind. We meet for 15 weeks (yet remain open to join at any time), using the Bible and a workbook designed specifically for seeking God to heal the wounds of abuse. If you are interested in joining CAMEO, please contact 518-663-0051.

Mondays
Women • Online

Young Adult Ministry

This is a gathering of young adults that are interested in learning about who God is and what He desires for our lives. Questions? Email Jason and Taylor Preckel at .

Mondays at 7 pm (Starts 6/12)
Ages 18-29 • Grace Latham

Wednesdays

Celebrate Recovery

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12 step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain, or an addiction of any kind. Celebrate Recovery is a safe place to find community and freedom from the issues that are controlling our lives. If you have questions, email the CR Team at or call 518/785-4959 x256.

Wednesdays at 7pm
Open to All • Online

Marriage Ministry

Our desire is to help equip married couples with a God-honoring marriage that endures for a lifetime. The Marriage Ministry group gathers for a brief large group teaching, then breaks off into smaller discussion groups where couples can confidentially share and support each other.

Wednesdays
Married Couples • Grace Latham

Thursdays

Cops for Christ

Are you employed in law enforcement, corrections, or as a first responder? Join this small group as we continually study God’s Word! To join, contact Eric Sprague at 518/858-4436.

1st and 3rd Thursdays at 6:30pm
First Responder Professionals • Grace Latham

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