WHAT ARE SMALL GROUPS
Small Groups at Crossroads provide a community-like atmosphere where you can learn about God while getting to know others. We grow in the knowledge of Jesus and encourage each other to live it out. Small groups are offered for the Fall and Spring semesters with a church-wide small group at the beginning of the year. Our offerings include such topics as worldview, marriage, family, parenting, finances, prayer, leadership, etc.
Our Spring semester of Small Groups will be starting soon. Please see our current selections below and check back as more are being added.
Sunday Groups
OVERCOMER (Men's Group)
Greg Kwiatkowski
No matter what the world throws at us—anxiety, fear, confusion, temptation—we have a choice on how to respond. We can either concede defeat, or put on God's armor and overcome. In Overcomer, Dr. David Jeremiah offers his insights on one of the most quoted but least understood passages of the Bible: the apostle Paul’s admonition to the Ephesians to take up the whole armor of God. An armor we are to put on daily. In this 6-session video study, David Jeremiah explores the armor of God and provides practical ways for believers to equip each piece and persevere from a place of victory in Christ. This 6-week men's study begins Sunday, March 21st at 8am in the River Youth Room. Cost is $25 for book and study guide.
Monday Groups
H2O: A Journey of Faith
Keith & Susan Buck
Bible study doesn’t have to be boring. H2O is a powerful group-oriented DVD experience designed to create a safe atmosphere where people are comfortable considering the person of Jesus Christ. Learn who Jesus is and how He can quench the thirst we’ve been trying to fill with the temporary things of the world. This 7-week course is geared toward new believers or seekers. Classes begin Monday, April 12th at 6:30pm. Keith and Susan Buck host this course at their home (698 Jewett Holmwood Road, E. Aurora).
Tuesday Groups
CALLED TO SERVE
Dorald Kleitz
One of our most popular courses at Crossroads, Called to Serve is an engaging 11-week course in Crossroads’ Journey program designed to help you discover the talents, skills and strengths that the Lord has placed in you, revealing how you are “called to serve.” Lessons include: Team Players, Called by Name, You’ve Got Personality, Salvation, Motivational Gifts, Baptism with the Holy Spirit, Manifestation Gifts, Character and Ministry Gifts. Classes begin Tuesday, March 23rd 6:30pm. Childcare provided upon request.
Overcomer (Women's Study)
Bernie Powis, Tressa Schneider
No matter what the world throws at us—anxiety, fear, confusion, temptation—we have a choice on how to respond. We can either concede defeat, or put on God's armor and overcome. In Overcomer, Dr. David Jeremiah offers his insights on one of the most quoted but least understood passages of the Bible: the apostle Paul’s admonition to the Ephesians to take up the whole armor of God. An armor we are to put on daily. In this 6-session video study, David Jeremiah explores the armor of God and provides practical ways for believers to equip each piece and persevere from a place of victory in Christ. This 6-week women's study begins Wednesday, April 13th at 6:30pm at Crossroads. Cost is $25 for book & study guide.
What the Ancients Were Commended For
Norm & Derri Reformat
The Ancients were commended for their ``FAITH`` in being obedient to their ``GOD.`` It was not about sacrifices or works of the flesh. It was about a relationship with their GOD and trusting Him even when they could not see yet what He had promised. We will be studying Hebrews chapter 10,11 & 12 and learn that without faith it is impossible to please GOD, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him. (Hebrews 11:6) Norm and Derri Reformat will host this study at their home (91 S. Blossom, Elma) beginning Tuesday, April 20th at 7pm.
Overcomer (Zoom Group)
Michelle Becker, Tammy Castellana
No matter what the world throws at us—anxiety, fear, confusion, temptation—we have a choice on how to respond. We can either concede defeat, or put on God's armor and overcome. In Overcomer, Dr. David Jeremiah offers his insights on one of the most quoted but least understood passages of the Bible: the apostle Paul’s admonition to the Ephesians to take up the whole armor of God. An armor we are to put on daily. In this video study, David Jeremiah explores the armor of God and provides practical ways for believers to equip each piece and persevere from a place of victory in Christ. This 7-week study (via Zoom) begins Tuesday, April 20th at 6:30pm. Cost is $25 for book and study guide.
Wednesday Groups
Overcomer (Women's Morning Study)
Donna Andrews, Lindsay Creeley
No matter what the world throws at us—anxiety, fear, confusion, temptation—we have a choice on how to respond. We can either concede defeat, or put on God's armor and overcome. In Overcomer, Dr. David Jeremiah offers his insights on one of the most quoted but least understood passages of the Bible: the apostle Paul’s admonition to the Ephesians to take up the whole armor of God. An armor we are to put on daily. In this 6-session video study, David Jeremiah explores the armor of God and provides practical ways for believers to equip each piece and persevere from a place of victory in Christ. This 6-week women's study begins Wednesday, April 21st at 9:30am at Crossroads. Childcare provided on request. Cost is $25 for book & study guide.
Bible Foundations
Bill and Emily Marshall
The world is filled with information and competing ideas. Many voices, web pages and books claim to have the truth that people should follow, but they cannot all be true. The Bible claims to be true and says that only God's words will last forever. This 8-week course presents evidence that the Bible is true and is the only book fully worthy of our trust. The teaching style is interactive so participants can ask questions each week. Bill and Emily Marshall along with Shawn and Aika Claybolt will co-lead this study, beginning Wednesday, April 21st at 6:30pm in The River Room (Youth Room). Childcare provided on request. Sign up below.
Thursday Group
Girls With Swords (Women's Study)
Kelly Lorenzo
If ever there was a time for women to be armed, it's now. It's time for women to become the warrior/hero God created them to be and stand - courageous, discerning, forgiving and wise. Pick up your sword and be a warrior/hero. Lisa Bevere's Girls with Swords: How to Carry Your Cross Like a Hero is a passionate call for Christian women to effectively ``wield the sword`` of their God-given feminine strength against any evil that threatens them and those they love. This 8-week women's study begins Thursday, April 8th at 6:30pm. Cost is $25 for book and fencing manual.
Friday Group
Overcomer
Ron & Loretta Folkman
No matter what the world throws at us—anxiety, fear, confusion, temptation—we have a choice on how to respond. We can either concede defeat, or put on God's armor and overcome. In Overcomer, Dr. David Jeremiah offers his insights on one of the most quoted but least understood passages of the Bible: the apostle Paul’s admonition to the Ephesians to take up the whole armor of God. An armor we are to put on daily. In this 6-session video study, David Jeremiah explores the armor of God and provides practical ways for believers to equip each piece and persevere from a place of victory in Christ. This 6-week study begins Friday, April 9th at 7pm at Crossroads. Cost is $25 for book & study guide.
Saturday Group
How To Eat Your Bible (offsite)
Ben Powis
If you’re feeling distant from God, could it be because you’re ignoring His Word? But maybe you don’t know where to start. Maybe the long books and strange names feel overwhelming. Maybe you just don’t like reading. Whatever the case, How to Eat Your Bible will help you cultivate an appetite for life-long study of God’s Word. Find practical guidance for overcoming the hurdles that have kept you from making Bible study a regular part of your life. You’ll also become encouraged to pursue God’s Word by learning how other Christians throughout time maintained this crucial practice. Pastor Nate Pickowicz also includes a unique Seven Year Bible Plan so that you can apply what you’ve learned and continue drawing near to God as you consume His Word. This Men's 6-week Small Group Study begins, Saturday, March 20th at Charlie's Diner (510 Main Street, East Aurora) at 7am. Cost: $11 (book) plus breakfast (optional). Space is limited!