The first step for a growing disciple at JVBC is to join a Connection Group on Sunday morning. A Connection Group is a small group that has two goals:
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Connect One with God through Bible Study
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Connect One with Others in forming Christian Community
Connection Groups are ongoing small groups, but during the year, there are other Bible Studies offered that will assist one's journey of becoming a disciple of Christ.
Adult "Connection Groups"
Are you looking for a place to be connected to God and connected to a community in a small group setting? JVBC has Connection Groups that meet every Sunday morning to provide a venue where you can form deep bonds with other Christians who will encourage you to become a disciple of Jesus. Below, you will find a list of JVBC adult Connection Groups. Please contact our Community Pastor, Jeff Moran, if you need any other information or want help finding the perfect Connection Group for you.
Note: All Connection Groups meet at 9:45 AM.
Parents of Teenagers Connection Group (Steffen)
Room A-1
We are parents (married and single) with children who are in their elementary and adolescent years. We have a fun bunch of people who enjoy each other’s company. Our studies seem to be topical in nature based on God’s Word. For more information about the class, please contact David Steffen at: dlsgmc@sbcglobal.net
La Palabra (The Word) Connection Group
Room C-102
We are a group of Spanish speaking people who prefer speaking Spanish (although both languages are spoken). Many of us live in both cultures— our Hispanic Heritage culture and our suburban American culture. We would love for you to be part of our community and journey with us to be people who grow in Christ and make a difference in our world. For more information about our group, please contact Rafael Suarez at: suaralph@yahoo.com or Della Garrett at: dellagarrett@aol.com
Young Careers Connection Group
Room C-103
Have you just started your first "REAL" job? Have you recently graduated from college? Just gotten out of the military? Recently been married? Thinking about getting married? Single and unattached? Are you trying to navigate young adulthood and wondering how being a Christ follower fits into all of it? If you answered "YES" to any of these questions, JVBC has the perfect small group for you. We would love for you to join us at 9:15 a.m. on Sunday mornings in C-103 and discover practical ways to live for Christ in this crazy upside down world. For more information, please contact Robin Galvin at: rcg@gbpllc.com or Rob Bond at: rob.bond@sug.com
Exploring the Book Connection Group
Room C-104
This is a small group that explore the Book by a verse-by-verse study of the Scripture God has dramatically preserved for His church. Emphasis is placed on the word pictures painted by the Greek New Testament stressing the working of the Spirit of Christ in the life of the believer: teaching the mind, guiding the emotions, and directing the will. If you are interested in a rigorous, academic approach of studying the New Testament, please contact Jack Lyons at: magicjacklyons@aol.com
Parents of Teenagers Connection Group (Mardis)
Room C-105
This Connection group endeavors to study topical scriptures with an intermediate level of Biblical instruction. Sources outside the curriculum are used to enhance the discipleship process. The teaching style is interactive which encourages discussion on how one is to apply the Biblical truths in everyday life. Our group ages range mostly from 40 - 55. Some with children still at home, some without. Some with spouses, some without. For more information about our group, please contact Wayne Mardis at:
wmardis@ars.com
Agape Connection Group
Room D-101
We are a diverse group of mostly 40’s - 60’s who care for each other and love our Lord. We begin with a rather large gathering and then break up in 2 smaller groups from there. There is a co-ed group and a ladies group. We enjoy each other’s company and have many outings as a group together. For more information about this group, please contact Dewayne Caple at dewayne_caple@comcast.net
Family Matters Connection Group
Room D-201
This is a group of people (mostly with preschool and school aged children) who want to connect with other Christ followers who are investing their time and energy in the kingdom of God. If you are looking for people to encourage you, live life next to you (the good and the bad), and hopefully form lifelong friendships, we invite you to join us. Our Bible study times are discussion times with someone from the class leading the discussion as we struggle to grow in our faith. For more information, please contact Grant Nail at grantnail@hotmail.com
Ignite Connection Group
Room D-202
We are a group (mostly late 30's - early 50's) whose chldren range from elementary to highschool. We are parents who desire a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and have a passion for learning and applying biblical truth to our families. The Ignite Class offers excellent Bible teaching, prayer and family socials, but more than that, it is a place where lifelong friendships can be formed with fabulous families that will encourage, support and enjoy life with you - the good and the bad. Come visite and "Ignite" your passion for God's Word, His church and His people! For more information, please visit the class website at: http://www.ignite2pray.com or contact Dena Brooks at: dena_brooks@sbcglobal.net
JVBC Singles with Kids Connection Group
Room D-210
This is a group of people who are single parents and are striving to live a godly life. Come be part of a group where you can find community with people who are struggling with the same issues in life that you are. Come join a group that will encourage each other as they look to God’s Word for wisdom and guidance. Contact Wendy Evans at: wendye@sealynet.com for more information.
Growing in God Connection Group
Room D-207
This group of people is primarily young married couples with babies, toddlers and pre-school age children. We are a group of people who want our marriages to have the foundation of Jesus Christ at the center of them, and a group of people who want to find other couples to form deep, meaningful friendships. We have monthly outings as well as “Girls Night Out” and “Men’s Book Study”. For more information about this group please contact Lee and Susan Wheat at: lee@wholewheatcreative.com or susanw@wholewheatcreative.com
Empty Nesters Connection Group
Room E-1
This group is targeted for individuals who have college students, kids who have left home (and might have come back) and anyone who finds themselves making that mid 40’s / early 50’s transition. It is a group of people who love spending time with each other and studying the Bible book by book. For any more questions about our group, please contact George Moore at: george.moore@kbr.com
Harmony Connection Group
Room E-2
The Harmony Connection Group is a small group of women of all ages, backgrounds, and marital status. We discuss a variety of topics that affect us as women and encourage one another as we become disciples of Jesus Christ. For more information about our group, please contact Sherri Pyle at sherri830@sbcglobal.net
Thee Encouragers Connection Group
Room E-3
We are a group of people in our mid-life years that do exactly what our name says. We are Encouragers. We encourage each other by studying God’s Word so that it transforms our lives in our daily activities in the world. Whether it is through prayer, an affirming word, or help in a trial of life, come join a group of people who desire nothing more than to “do life” with you. For more information about our group, please contact Larry Dunn at: ldunn104@comcast.net or Paul Wallick at: pwallick@pateeng.com
Come As You Are
Room E-4
We are a mixed group of adults ranging from our early 30's to mid-50's. Our desire to grow and learn is what ties us together. We yearn to be biblically literate and to apply His Word into our daily lives. Our other goal is that you would find community in a small group—real friends who can be with you in the good times and the bad. Our studies vary from topical to thematic to a chapter by chapter study of a book in the Bible. For more information on our class contact Lori Brown at: lori.p.brown@sbcglobal.net
Essentials Connection Group
Room E-6
Have you ever wanted to join a small group community, but felt like you did not know enough about the Bible? Are you needing a foundation to your faith and don’t know where to start when you read the scriptures? Do you hear a lot of people talking about prayer, but are still wondering how to pray? JVBC has a brand new Connection Group called Essentials. If you are looking for a place to find a community, make friends, and do life together that starts with the Basics, we invite you to come and join us for the greatest journey of a lifetime. For more information please contact Ed and Elizabeth Murrell at: eemurrell@hotmail.com
Abundant Life Connection Group
Room E-7
We are a group of senior adults that love God and love each other. We are intentional on forming community and studying God’s Word. If you are looking for a small group of people who desire to “do life” together, come and join us. For more information, please contact LaNell Benge at: lcombsbenge@sbcglobal.net
Grace Connection Group
Room E-8
We are a group of ladies who truly come with various ages (20’s - 60’s), various backgrounds, and various life stories. Two things bond us (other than all being women)—Our Love for the Jesus Christ and His Love for Us. Our lessons vary from book studies to thematic and topical studies of the Bible. We are intentional about forming community by getting together often. Are you a woman looking for a place to grow in your faith and find real community? Come be part of our Connection group. For more information, please contact: graceconnectionclass@gmail.com
Quest Connection Group
Room HH-109
Our connection group consists of people with the most life experiences. Our ages range from 65 and older. We are couples, widows and widowers who love our Lord Jesus Christ and one another. We have a wonderful support group structure in place that allows us to know the needs of each other. For more information about our group, please contact James Goode at: jgoode1@comcast.net or Mike Einkauf at mnjeinkauf14@aol.com
Victory Connection Group
Room HH-110
The Victory Class is a Connection group of singles and couples who have experienced 65 years or more of life and are experiencing victory in Jesus. We usually have participatory discussions that help us GROW in our Christian faith. Come join us for coffee, donuts, conversation, friendship and Bible Study. For more information, please contact Jon Peterson at: jonrpeterson@swbell.net or Joanne Motes at: jlmotes@yahoo.com
Joy Connection Group
Room HH-122 Orchestra Room
The Joy class is a group of ladies from 50’s - 80’s who enjoy fellowship and Bible Study. We teach from literature that is aimed for seniors and have an active group of 15-25 each Sunday. Many days, you will find us eating out together, attending concerts, and having parties. We also take great joy in taking on service projects as a class. For more information about this group, please contact Dolly Bolian at: dbolian001@comcast.com
Anchor Connection Group
Room HH-123 Choir Rehearsal Room
We are a group of mature adults aging from our late 50’s – early 70’s. Biblical lessons are taught in a way that facilitates discussion and sharing. We are divided into care groups with a leader who keeps up with individuals and their special needs. For more information, please contact Billy Sutton at: blsutton@sbcglobal.net