| Discipleship Study Groups Discipleship Study Groups (DSG) at First Baptist Church help us grow in Christlikeness as we study God’s Word in community for the sake of the world. Our groups meet at 9:15 on Sunday mornings. The heart of First Baptist Church is lived in our Discipleship Study Groups. We urge each worshipper to find a spiritual home in a DSG. Each Discipleship Study Group has its own DNA with specific teaching and learning styles, age make-up, patterns, and fellowship. Use this overview of each group to find your group. Feel free to try separate groups until you find your home.  Preschool GroupsAges: Birth to 5 years Curriculum: Orange First Look Location: Preschool Wing Teachers: Volunteers and paid staff Description: First Look combines child development and theology to create a comprehensive preschool ministry curriculum and strategy for every phase of a kid’s life so that they grow up understanding God Made them, God Loves them, and Jesus Wants To Be Their Friend Forever.  Children’s GroupsAges: Kindergarten to 5th Grade Curriculum: Orange 252 Kids Location: Children’s Hall Teachers: Ms. Brandi and volunteers Description: 252 Kids combines child development and theology to create a comprehensive children’s ministry curriculum and strategy for every phase of a kid’s life focusing on making wiser choices, building stronger relationships, and developing a deeper faith.  Youth GroupAges: 6th -12th Grades Curriculum: Orange XP3 Youth Location: Room ?? Teachers: Scott Darius and Ms. Olivia Description: Each element of our curriculum and strategy is made with teenagers in mind, including small group experiences that make abstract lessons concrete, a teaching style specifically designed to hold a distracted brain’s attention, and teaching videos shot more like VLOGs than classroom videos.  Spiritual Seekers GroupTeacher: Russell Clifton Curriculum: Formations Teaching Style: Lecture with Discussion Perfect for: Someone looking for Bible study on Sundays (all ages) Location: Fellowship Hall Description: Using structured Bible Study materials, the Spiritual Seekers Group invites everyone to contribute openly from their experiences with God and with other believers. Our learning process is a blend of initial lecture which encourages, but does not require, discussion by group members. Trusting the Holy Spirit to guide our reflections, we believe we live and grow by asking honest questions about the scripture and its interpretation in a loving, respectful manner. Group members benefit from the sacred fellowship of mutual concern and support for each other.  Koinonia GroupTeachers: Eric and Marcia Spivey, Tim Wood Curriculum: Topical studies Teaching Style: Discussion Perfect for: Parents, couples, and singles under 50 Location: Room 129 Description: The Koinonia group focuses on engaging scripture and doing life together as a group. Many of us are in the “busy”ness of life – raising kids, building careers, and sometimes it feels like we are just getting by. We understand chaos and the challenges of living like Jesus every day. If you are looking for a group which accepts you as you are and encourages you to face each week with strength and seeking God’s purpose, join us on Sunday mornings.  Trellis Covenant GroupTeacher: Diane Adams Curriculum: Trellis Focused books Teaching Style: Discussion Perfect for: Individuals or couples seeking deep companionship Location: Room 124 Description: We gather with one purpose: to become better disciples of Jesus Christ. Through the practices of The Trellis (Worship, Bible, Prayer, Mission, Generosity, Identity, Rest and Fellowship) we will become more intentional in our life with God. Our Covenant will guide us to good works, mutual accountability, and love for one another and others.  Explorers GroupTeachers: Rotation of Teachers (Jarmon, Smith) Curriculum: Connections Teaching style: Discussion Perfect for: Empty Nesters and older seeking to explore their faith Location: Room 127 Description: Have Questions? Want Answers? Our Discipleship Study Group uses a question-and-answer format that covers a segment of the scripture each week and brings in other relevant scripture versus to help explain and build upon the scripture being studied. In addition, we sometime bring in other items to help fully understand and enhance the learning experience such as maps, pictures, and other reading materials and books. We hope you will join us for a lively spiritual learning experience!  Fellowship GroupTeacher: Sandra Sharron with Tim Swain, resource teacher Curriculum: Connections Teaching Style: Lecture with discussion Perfect for: Retired (or almost retired) couples and singles Location: Room 130 Description: Comprised of couples and singles, the Fellowship Group excels at deep Bible study and strong fellowship. Each Sunday, we read, study and meditate on scripture, prayer and spiritual practices. We love to laugh and gather for fellowship as we share life together.  Golden Gleam GroupTeacher: JoAnn Parham Curriculum: Formations Teaching Style: Discussion Perfect for: Older Adults Location: Room 125 Description: Our Bible study group seeks to fully understand scripture and discover the best realistic ways to apply that to our individual lives in today’s society and the world. This is implemented through discussions, not lectures. Friendships are very significant as we remember and care for each other. CURRICULUM DESCRIPTION  Formations is an ongoing weekly Bible study curriculum by Baptists and for Baptists. Built with healthy class discussion in mind, this study provides a well-rounded, biblical diet for classes of any age and size. (Smyth & Helwys) Connections is an ecumenical, lectionary-based Sunday school curriculum. Groups using this material are making connections between their Bible study and their time of worship. (Smyth & Helwys) |