Spring 2024

Discipleship Guide

Small Groups  |  Studies  |  Ministries

Mondays

Sunrise Men’s Bible Study

What better way to start your new morning, and new week, than with time in God’s Word? This is an ongoing, year-round men’s bible study. We are currently engaged in studying the First and Second Letters of Peter. We meet in a hybrid format, welcoming people into a church classroom, as well as opening a zoom meeting to join in remotely. At the end of each meeting, we pray for one anothers’ needs and continue to pray for each other throughout the week.

Mondays at 6:30 am
Men • Grace Latham or Online
With Bob & Prem

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. 

This is an ongoing group but anyone is welcome to jump in!

Mondays at 6:30 am
Small Group • Men • Scotia
With Ron

Faith & Fitness

Faith & Fitness is an ongoing women’s study group. Faith & Fitness starts with an optional fitness section involving functional movements for everyday life, for women of all ages and abilities. This winter & spring we will be studying the book of Joshua.

Mondays at 8:30 am Fitness, 9:30 am Study (Starts 1/22)
Small Group • Women • Grace Latham
With Joy

Faith & Fitness

Faith & Fitness is an ongoing women’s study group. Faith & Fitness starts with an optional fitness section involving functional movements for everyday life, for women of all ages and abilities. This winter & spring we will be studying the book of Joshua.

Mondays at 4:30 pm Fitness, 5:30 pm Study (Starts 1/22)
Small Group • Women • Grace Latham
With Joy

True Worshipers

The question is not “Are you a worshiper?” but rather “What kind of a worshiper are you?” In True Worshipers, Bob Kauflin, a seasoned pastor and musician, opens our eyes to the massive significance of being the type of worshiper God is seeking. Rooted in the gospel of grace and filled with practical application, this book aims to connect Sunday morning to the rest of your life—helping you fulfill your calling to be a true worshiper each and every day. If you are looking to gain a better understanding of worship and what matters in building your relationship with Jesus, this 9-week group is for you!

Mondays at 6:30 pm (Starts 1/22)
Study • Open to all • Grace Latham
With Diane

GriefShare

GriefShare is for people who are grieving the loss of a loved one (no matter how long ago). In this group you will meet friendly and caring people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. *Starting January 8th

Mondays at 6pm (Starts 1/15)
Ministry • Open to all • Grace Latham
With Sue

Young Adults On Mission (YAM)

YAM is a gathering of young adults (18–29) who are focused on digging into the Bible to learn about who God is and what He desires for our lives. We focus on living out the gospel in our everyday lives and helping others do the same. This semester we’ll be studying the books of First and Second Timothy together and seeking to apply them to our lives.

Mondays at 7 pm (Starts 1/22)
Ministry • Ages 18-29 •  Grace Latham
With Jason & Taylor

Tuesdays

Over 50 Luncheon

The purpose of the Over 50 Luncheons are to be fun, engaging, while informative. Each month we will introduce one of our ministries here at Grace to allow congregants the opportunity to learn about the vast amount of resources we have at Grace. Each month there will be a potluck lunch followed by a speaker briefly describing their ministry. The lunch will end with a game, Q&A and table discussion.

1st Tuesdays at 12:00 pm (Starts 1/3)
Group • Open to All (50+) • Grace Latham

The Freedom in Christ Discipleship Course 

This course is designed to help every Christian become a fruitful disciple and make their life count. It equips Christians to fully understand who the Bible says they are in Jesus and reveals the lies we often believe that are hindering our walk with Christ. It is an effective resource for Christians of all backgrounds – those who have been believers for many years to those who are brand-new followers of Jesus.

Tuesdays at 6:30pm (Starts 1/22)
Study • Open to all •  Grace Latham
With Chris & Erin

Bible Doctrine: Essential Teachings of the Christian Faith

Deepen Your Comprehension of Life’s Most Important Theological Questions. How do we know the Bible is God’s Word? What is sin and where did it come from? How is Jesus fully God and fully man? What are spiritual gifts? When and how will Christ return? If you’ve asked questions like these, then systematic theology is no abstract term. It’s an approach to finding answers every Christian needs to know.

Tuesdays at 6:30 pm (Starts 1/23)
Study • Open to all • Grace Latham
With Ron & Karen

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.

Tuesdays at 7pm
Ministry • Open to All • Online

Wednesdays

WDS

Women’s Daytime Series (WDS) is a weekly meeting of women of all ages for the purpose of growing in their relationships with Christ. No need to register ahead of time!

Wednesdays at 9:30am (starts 1/24)
Ministry • Women • Grace Latham

Marriage Ministry: The NEW Art of Marriage

YOUR MARRIAGE. GOD’S MASTERPIECE. Every marriage has its strengths and its stresses. There’s not one that can’t be improved, fine-tuned, made stronger — or even overhauled if needed. Introducing the all-new Art of Marriage, a transformative marriage resource designed to help you explore new levels of intimacy, communication, and connection with your spouse. Whether you’re a newlywed or have been married for decades, FamilyLife’s Art of Marriage is your path to a stronger, more beautiful masterpiece of God’s handiwork.

Wednesdays at 6:30pm (Starts 1/24)
Ministry • Married Couples • Grace Latham
With Ron and Karen 

Women’s Ministry: Without Wavering

Enduring, resilient, courageous—these are qualities we want to describe our faith in God. But the truth is that faith is hard, especially when trials, setbacks, and failures seem to define us. Through this study of Hebrews 11 and the early church, you’ll see that you can become the woman who weathers the storms of life with renewed strength and confidence in who God is and who He says you are.

Wednesdays at 6:30 pm (Starts 1/24)
Ministry • Women • Grace Latham
With Rachel

Men’s Ministry: God’s Heart is Holy

What thoughts come to mind when you think of God? Do you wonder what he’s like, what he thinks about you, or what he wants for you? The good news is that we don’t have to go far to find answers. God tells us all we need to know about who he is and what he’s like—about his heart—and why that matters for our lives. In this six-session series, author Francis Chan takes you on a journey of discovery to the heart of God. You will will walk away knowing God better and loving him more.

Wednesdays at 6:30 pm (Starts 1/24)
Ministry • Men • Grace Latham
With Warren, Prem, Bob & James

Fervent

A 10 week discussion/book group about developing a battle plan for serious, specific, and strategic prayer. This is a group that meets every other week with no homework other than reading a chapter!

Tuesdays (every other) at 7:00 pm (Starts 1/24)
Small Group • Open to all • Watervliet
With Faith

On Guard

This study is designed to help Christians stand their ground and defend their faith with reason and precision. Using the book On Guard by Dr. William Lane Craig, this study will equip Christians to advance faith conversations deliberately, applying straightforward, cool-headed arguments. Christians will discover not just what they believe, but why they believe—and how being on guard with the truth has the power to change lives forever.

Wednesdays at 7 pm (Starts 1/24)
Study • Open to all • Grace Latham
With Tom

Financial Peace University

Financial Peace University is an entertaining, biblically-based curriculum for personal finance, with topics ranging from getting out of debt to building and handling wealth. Featuring video teaching by Dave Ramsey and group discussion, this 9-week class will help you take the next step toward peace with your finances and handling your money God’s way!

Wednesdays at 6:30pm (Starts 1/24)
Study • Open to all • Grace Latham
With Shaun & Allee

The Gospel of Mark

The Gospel of Mark tells of Jesus’s journey from Galilee to Jerusalem. In this 11-part series, author and speaker Francis Chan invites us to walk with him along the ancient ways of the Master. Tracing the steps of Jesus and the Twelve through Israel, Francis explores the major themes of the Gospel of Mark, and asks: Are we willing to take this journey to embrace discipleship?

Wednesdays at 6:30 pm (Starts 1/24)
Small Group • Open to All • Grace Latham
With Chris & Nancy

The Fruitful Life

Explore the nine aspects of the fruit of the spirit and how to practice them in our daily lives with this study from author Jerry Bridges.

Wednesdays at 7 pm (Starts 1/24)
Open to all • North Greenbush
With Dan

Thursdays

MOMs of Grace

MOMs of Grace is a meeting of mothers with the purpose of encouraging, mentoring, and building relationships, as well as supporting one another in the pursuit of Godly motherhood. This is a great place to develop friendships that may very well last a lifetime! Moms of all ages are welcome! Childcare is provided at no cost for infants through age 4. Email  for more information. No need to register ahead of time!

Thursdays at 9:30am (Starts 1/4)
Ministry • Moms • Grace Latham

20’s & 30’s Group: Discipleship Course

Looking for a community of people your age (20’s & 30’s) eager to grow in their faith and help you get connected into the life of the church? Then this group’s for you! This semester we will be going through the Freedom in Christ Discipleship Course. This course is designed to help every Christian become a fruitful disciple and make their life count. It equips Christians to fully understand who the Bible says they are in Jesus and reveals the lies we often believe that are hindering our walk with Christ.

Thursdays at 6:30 pm (Starts 1/25)
Ministry • Ages 20s & 30s • Grace Latham
With Erin

Experiencing the Spirit

When we understand our relationship with the Holy Spirit, we’ll then truly experience a transformed life in step with the purposes of God. Join us for this exciting study as we dive deeper into the power of the Holy Spirit in everyday life.

Thursdays at 6:30pm (Starts 1/25)
Study • Open to all • Grace Latham
With Pat & Lisa

Boundaries

Boundaries impact all areas of our lives: physical boundaries, mental boundaries, emotional boundaries & spiritual boundaries. Often, Christians focus so much on being loving and unselfish that they forget their own limits and limitations. In this study, Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend offer biblically-based answers to the tough questions, showing us how to set healthy boundaries with our parents, spouses, children, friends, co-workers, and even ourselves.

Thursdays at 6:30pm (Starts 1/25)
Study • Open to all • Grace Latham
With Darius

Prayer (Latham)

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

Thursdays at 6pm (starts 9/21)
Small Group • 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 (starts 9/21)
Small Group • Open to all • Schenectady
With Olga

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
Small Group • First Responder Professionals • Grace Latham
With Eric

Fridays

Marriage Ministry: The NEW Art of Marriage

YOUR MARRIAGE. GOD’S MASTERPIECE. Every marriage has its strengths and its stresses. There’s not one that can’t be improved, fine-tuned, made stronger — or even overhauled if needed. Introducing the all-new Art of Marriage, a transformative marriage resource designed to help you explore new levels of intimacy, communication, and connection with your spouse. Whether you’re a newlywed or have been married for decades, FamilyLife’s Art of Marriage is your path to a stronger, more beautiful masterpiece of God’s handiwork.

Fridays at 6:30 pm (Starts 1/26)
Ministry • Married Couples • Grace Latham
With Ron and Karen 

Saturdays

Soulsteps

This is a unique group that has spiritual and physical opportunities to be involved for both women and men (over the age of 25). For women  We meet for Scripture, meditation, prayer, and a walk on the first Sat of each month.  You will receive an email about a week before each meeting. HIkes will be separate times beginning in April.  For Men You are welcome to join us on any of the hikes we have planned for the months of April-November. Hiking events will be sent out via email only.  You will be sent a monthly list and it’s up to you to text the leader at 518-428-4695 if you plan on attending one (or all) of the hikes. You will then be sent a personal text or email with the details.  NOTE: hikes are at your own risk. You will need to bring your own gear, lunch/snacks, water. If you have specific questions, please feel free to call 518-428-4695.  

Saturdays (first of each month) at 9am (starts 2/3)
Small Group • Adults 25+ • North Colonie
With Faith

Other Ministries

 

Homebound Ministry

Do you know of someone who is homebound? The Homebound Ministry is designed to keep adults with confined or limited mobility due to a medical or health reasons connected with the Grace Fellowship congregation through communication and visitation with qualified volunteers. We will send cards, talk over the phone and visit to remind them they are not alone and can stay connected with the church.

Questions about small groups, studies,
or ministries?

Jesse Renaud

Spiritual Formation Pastor