CURRENT SPRING 2024 LIFE GROUPS

The main purpose of the life group is fellowship, Bible study, and Christian accountability. It’s meant to encourage and strengthen one another and is the main source of discipleship that cares for each person that attends. Life groups are the best place to connect and fellowship with other believers. At Covenant Fellowship, life groups are designed for you to develop deeper relationships with others who can encourage and challenge you to consistently to apply the truths of God’s Word to each area of your life.

Bible/Book/SERMON based groups

Bible or book based groups concentrate on discussions and insights from the Bible and Christian literature. These groups provide an environment to ask candid questions about the actual content of the Bible/book. Open communication and the pursuit for knowledge in these groups encourage others to share what God is doing in their lives and how He is working through the message to grow them in faith.

ONLINE BIBLE STUDY

Tuesdays @ 7pm
Location: Online
Leader: Lou & Robbin Christein
Starting Month: Ongoing
Childcare? No
Coed? Yes

This group is led by Lou and Robbin Christein.  Lou and Robbin are Bible School Graduates with a heart to see other grow in their knowledge of the Word.  This group meets once a week online.

RENEWED HOPE MINISTRIES

Thursdays @ 6pm
Location: Covenant Fellowship
Leader: Connie Cook
Starting Month: February
Childcare? No
Coed? Yes

This group is led by Connie Cook. Renewed Hope Ministries is a safe place where caring people come alongside you as you find healing from the pain of separation or divorce. This group uses Divorce Care curriculum.

Saturday morning soaking

Saturdays @ 10am
Location: Covenant Fellowship
Leader: Carla Humphreys
Starting Month: Ongoing
Childcare? No
Coed? Yes

This group is led by Carla Humphreys.  Carla has a passion to see people experience the Holy Spirit in their prayer life at another level.  This group meets weekly on Saturday mornings.

young adults

Thursdays @ 6pm
Location: Covenant Fellowship
Leader: Pastors JJ & Naomi Cox
Starting Month: Ongoing
Childcare? Yes-(parents rotate)
Coed? Yes - 18 to 30 years old

The group is led by Pastors JJ & Naomi Cox. JJ & Naomi have a passion to help the young adults in our community find a circle of peers to lock arms with and grow in the things of The Lord together.

The bible recap

Biweekly Fridays @6:30pm
Location: Various locations
Leader: Chance & Amy Inscore
Starting Month: February
Childcare? Yes
Coed? Yes

This group is led by Chance & Amy Inscore. It will focus on walking
through the Bible chronologically and studying together as families using
The Bible Recap for reference.

breakfast groups

The men and women of Covenant Fellowship meet on the second Saturday of each month to share a meal, fellowship, and grow in the Lord. All ages are welcomed and encouraged to participate.

Ladies' brunch

Monthly - 2nd Saturday @ 10am
Location: Covenant Fellowship
Leader: Carla Humphrey
Starting Month: Ongoing
Childcare? Yes
Coed? No

This group is led by Carla Humphreys.  Carla brings together women of all ages to fellowship and grow deeper in their relationship with the Lord. Childcare is provided for the Ladies Brunch.  This group meets one Saturday each month at CFC.      

Men's breakfast

Monthly - 2nd Saturday @ 8am
Location: Site will change monthly. (Examples: IHOP, Cracker Barrel, etc.)
Leader: Pastor Paul Moss
Starting Month: Ongoing
Childcare? No
Coed? No

This group is led by Paul Moss.  Paul and his wife, Lisa, are Pastors of the Ministry of Helps and Paul serves as Deacon of Transportation.  Paul leads men to find purpose and friendship, while pursuing God.  This group meets one Saturday Morning each month at various restaurants.

Hobby/interest groups

Do you like to hike? Are you interested in fishing? Could you use some help to get organized? Perhaps you have small children and need a playdate. Could you benefit from a stroll in the park? Individuals in these groups have something in common. They meet for an activity, but spend part of their time together growing and encouraging each other in the Lord.

Blessed & highly flavored

Monthly TBD
Location: Site will change monthly. (Examples: BWW, Delta Blues, etc.)
Leader: Pastor Jeremy Mikles
Starting Month: February
Childcare? No
Coed? Yes

This group is led by Jeremy Mikles.  Jeremy and His wife, Amy, are the Life Group Pastors.  This group is focused on fellowship for families and individuals.  This group meets one Saturday afternoon each month at various restaurants.

CIA-Christians in action

Monthly - 1 Monday @ 6:30pm
Location: The Holmes house (Abingdon, VA)
Leader: Pastor Cody & Kimberly Holmes
Starting Month: February
Childcare? Yes
Coed? Yes

This group is led by Cody and Kimberly Holmes.  Cody and Kimberly are Pastors of Evangelism and Outreach at CFC with a heart to see our region transformed.  This is a kid friendly Life Group hosted in their home.  This group meets one time per month.

Rock Painting

Monthly TBD
Location: The McCusker house
Leader: Joanne McCusker
Starting Month: February
Childcare? No
Coed? Yes

This group is led by Joanne McCusker. She will be teaching about Jesus being The Rock and the class will be learning how to creatively paint rocks.

fishers of men

Monthly TBD
Location: Site will change monthly.
Leader: Pastor Scott Emerine
Starting Month: February
Childcare? No
Coed? No - men only
This group is led by Scott Emerine.  Pastor Scott brings men together to fellowship through fishing and focusing on the purpose of reaching others for Christ.

Hiking

Monthly TBD
Location: Site will change monthly.
Leader: Leon Stanley
Starting Month: February
Childcare? No
Coed? Yes

This Group is led by Leon Stanley.  Leon brings all ages together in this group to hike once a month in various locations.  The group experiences a great time of fellowship, prayer, and a devotional time.

Walking with Jesus

Tuesdays @ 7pm
Location: Site will change weekly.
Leader: Leon Stanley
Starting Month: Ongoing
Childcare? No
Coed? Yes

This group is led by Leon Stanley.  Leon has led small groups and enjoys bringing people together to fellowship, pray, and have a devotional time.  Walking with Jesus meets once per week, weather permitting.

Well Watered Women

Monthly TBD
Location: TBD
Leader: Anna Weatherly & Rachel Gibson
Starting Month: Ongoing
Childcare? Yes
Coed? No - Women only

This group is led by Anna Weatherly and Rachel Gibson.  We are 2 sisters with a heart for women and mothers.  We recognize the biblical importance of fellowship and focus on building a community dedicated to equipping women with biblical truths as they walk through life-changing seasons.  We strive to bring biblical principles of peace, corporate prayer and worship, and obedience to be the Church God called us to be.  This group meets monthly.

House fires - sermon based groups

Based on sermons from our Lead Pastor, Michael Booker, these groups dive deeper into the rhema word of the Lord for Covenant Fellowship. These groups produce a culture of being "doers of the Word", while contributing to unity within the Covenant Fellowship body. House Fires create a venue for questions and sharpens the message preached.

The Mikles home

Biweekly Tuesdays @ 6:30pm
Location: The Mikles home (Abingdon, VA)
Leader: Pastor Jeremy & Amy Mikles
Starting Month: February
Childcare? Yes
Coed? Yes

This group is led by Jeremy and Amy Mikles.  They are the Life Group Pastors at CFC.  This is a kid friendly Life Group done in their home.  House Fires dives into a Sermon Series from CFC.  House Fires meets 2 Tuesday evenings per month.

Prayer groups

Prayer is such an important discipline in the life of a believer. It changes hearts, infuses strength, helps us overcome, and creates an atmosphere where miracles can happen. Believers in these prayer groups gather, in faith, on a regular basis to pray and lift up the name of Jesus. Some prayer groups have a specific focus like praying for their community or families, or praying for elections and government. Some meet to pray specifically for the pastoral leadership staff and church services.

Arise & Shine

Sundays @ 6:15am
Location: Covenant Fellowship
Leader: Bonnie Rector & Rachel Gibson
Starting Month: Ongoing
Childcare? No
Coed? Yes

This group is led by Bonnie Rector and Rachel Gibson.  Bonnie has been a Life Group Leader for Prayer Groups and faithful to altar ministry at CFC. This group meets every Sunday morning for prayer at CFC.

god's pit crew

Thursdays @ 11am
Location: Covenant Fellowship
Leader: Connie Turner
Starting Month: Ongoing
Childcare? no
Coed? Yes

This group is led by Connie Turner.  Connie has led this prayer Life Group for several years and is part of the altar ministry at CFC.  This group meets every Thursday morning for prayer at CFC.

Frequently Asked Questions

how long are life groups?

Life Groups are done in semesters with each lasting about 12 weeks. There are some exceptions to this, depending on the type of group. Group leaders can provide more detailed information on the length of particular groups.

what can i expect at a life group?

Groups may be structured by gender, stage of life, age, common interest, activity or topic. Groups are based on the biblical model found in Acts 2:42-47 that records amazing growth of the first church in Jerusalem. Therefore, most meetings include the following:
  • Teaching (bible studies, DVDs, books, devotions, etc.)
  • Fellowship
  • Breaking of Bread (meals/snacks are enjoyed by most groups)
  • Prayer
  • Care

how do I sign up?

If you do not see an active button for sign ups that means we have passed the beginning of the current semester. But we have several life groups that run all year long and you can join them at any time. If you are interested in signing up or just have more questions, please fill out the form below and we will get back with you as soon as possible.



















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