When You Pray

Facilitator: Jeanne Harvey

Status: Open

When: Tuesdays 10am-11:30am

Beginning March, 31st

Location:  Activity Center

Cost:  $20 

Type: Women's Bible Study

 

Do you have trouble thinking of words to say to God when you pray? Are you afraid some emotions are too intense to express to God? Do you reach the end of a day only to realize you haven’t prayed at all? You’re not alone. Prayer is the way we relate to God, but sometimes it’s a struggle. Throughout God’s Word, we encounter many voices who teach us how to pray.  
 
In this study, join with six beloved Bible teachers who will help you study prayers in the Bible that can inspire your own. You’ll learn that God welcomes your praise and lament, your thanksgiving and intercession. You’ll see examples of how to pray when you’re alone and when you’re gathered with others. Above all, you’ll notice there’s no one right way to pray. As you draw near to God through prayer, you’ll find your faith strengthened and your heart united to Christ. 

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Peace for the Anxious Heart

Facilitator: Amy Sweeten

Status: Open

When: Wednesday's 6-7:30pm

Dates: April 1st - May 20th (8 weeks)

Location: Church Conference Room

Type: Women's Bible Study 

Cost: $10

Anxiety is hard, complex, and the presence of anxiety can feel like a battle that will never cease. The fears and worries that run through our minds and shake our hearts can make us long for peace. But those with anxiety do not have to feel hopeless in their desire for peace, for God’s Word covers every anxious heart with the Peace of God. Through biblical truth and meaningful discussion, this study explores how to rest in God's presence and trust Him more fully in everyday life.



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The Book of Mark 

Facilitators: Justus and Baylee Brown 

Status: Open 

When: Wednesdays Evenings  6pm - 7:15pm

Type: Young Couples and Singles

Location: Brown Residence 

 

Journey through the Gospel of Mark, verse by verse and story by story to encounter Jesus as He is revealed through action, compassion, and power. Together, we’ll explore what it means to follow Christ with faith, urgency, and obedience, discovering how His life and teachings speak into our everyday lives. This study is designed for meaningful discussion, deeper understanding of Scripture, and growing together in community.

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Sunday Sermon Recap 

Facilitator: Facilitators rotate from 8:30am service

Status: Open

When: Sunday Mornings following the 8:30 service, ends around 10:15 AM

Location: Chapel 

Type: All are Welcome!

 

Different people will facilitate the discussion on the weekly sermon. We will all learn and grow together in a relaxed fellowship atmosphere. We will seek joy as we grow! We would love for you to join us. 

Sunday Sermon Recap 

Facilitator: Scott Tidwell 

When: Wednesdays 6:00pm-7:30pm 

January 27th- March 17th (8 Weeks)

Location: Church Office

Type: Men's Community Group

Status: Open 

I’m a hard-working dude who enjoys the life God has given me. In my free time, you’ll usually find me bowling, spending time in God’s Word, or just relaxing with friends. Recently, God has been renewing my life in powerful ways, and I love praising Him for what He’s doing. I’m also raising one amazing boy and striving to be a God-honoring example for him—something I couldn’t do without the support of my Grace family.

Purpose for the Group

God has given me a deep heart for men. Too often, we as guys tend to isolate when facing life and its challenges—but that’s not how we’re called to live. We are called to know one another and to be known. This Men’s Weekly Sermon Recap Group exists to create space for that kind of connection as we gather to revisit  Sunday messages, ask honest questions, and talk through how God’s Word applies to real life. Together, we’ll pray, relax, sharpen one another, and encourage spiritual growth—moving from simply hearing the sermon on Sunday to living it out during the week. Brothers, let’s lean into life together. I look forward to getting to know you.

Sunday Sermon Recap

Facilitators: Robert & Natalie Cole 

When: Wednesdays  6:00pm-7:30pm 

January 28th- March 18th (8 Weeks)

Location: Blue Room at Grace 

Type:  Couples 

Status: Open

Hi, we are the Cole’s!  Our names are Robert and Natalie and we have been married for 4 years and together for 6! We have 3 children: Brandon (22), Maddy (17), and Evan ( 9 months). We are a bit unique! Robert and I met here at Grace over 6 years ago, we have a 14 year age gap but know God brought us together for a purpose and are excited to share our love for the Lord and marriages with others! 

Purpose of the Group 

The purpose of our community group is to create a space for couples/married people to come and build lasting relationships with others who want to center their marriage around God. 

We spend so much time caring for our children, aging parents and others but how much time do we take to sit and connect with our spouse and God. This is a chance for couples to come for an hour a week and focus on God together. It’s important to put God at the center and remember we are stronger together. 

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Every Thought Captive 

Facilitators: Rick Ralston & Erin DeLassus

Status: Full

When: Monday, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Beginning March 2nd 

Location: Grace Blue Room 

Type: Co-Ed Study 

Kyle Idleman helps us forge a path through the world’s distractions and lies and gets to the heart of true spiritual growth: the renewing of your mind. This isn't a study on the power of positive thinking but about learning how God made your brain. Learn how setting your thoughts on Christ can create new patterns of thought that will change your life.

Into the Heart of Romans

Facilitator: Kathryn O’Brien

Status: Full

When: 2 opportunities - Wednesday — mornings 10-11:30/evenings 6-7:30

Length: 8 weeks [01/28/26 through 03/18/26

Location: Activity Center for the AM group and Children’s Wing for the PM group

Type: Co-Ed Bible Study

Cost: (purchase of book on own which costs about $15.00  — not required) Into the Heart of Romans by NT Wright
Description: In this deep dive into Romans 8 author N.T. Wright, widely regarded as the most influential commentator and interpreter of Paul, unpacks this chapter in Paul’s dense and sometimes elusive letter. Wright guides his readers by detailing how Paul’s arguments illuminate the Gospel as he ties Paul’s letter to the promises made to Abraham through the visions given to John in Revelation.

Jonah, Amos, Hosea

Facilitator: Terry Gallamore

Status: Full

When: Sunday at 10:45am - 12pm (after the 9:30am service)

Beginning January 11th

Location:  Activity Center

Cost: $10 for paperback or you may purchase on your own

Type: Co-Ed Bible Study 

 

Description: Through the lives, examples, and messages of these three prophets, we see God’s constant love and forgiveness for Jews and Gentiles alike in spite of blatant disobedience, spiritual adultery, inappropriate worship, and a lack of justice. In the twelve studies within, we focus on these “Minor Prophets” so called for their brevity rather than their importance. By working through this study, you will learn that in your life, just as in the lives of the people of Israel, God’s faithfulness is unending even when our faithlessness is constant.

 

 

The Book of James

Facilitator: Erin DeLassus 

When: Wednesdays at 5:45PM 

Beginning January 14th 

Location: Activity Center 

Type: Women's Bible Study 

Status: Full 

True faith produces fruit. A faith without action and without life change is ultimately a dead faith. The book of James speaks to the realities of a living faith in Jesus—the kind of roll-up-your-sleeves and get-your-hands-dirty discipleship that is borne out of an authentic relationship with the risen Lord. James writes to believers who know suffering, who've faced trials, and who ultimately desire a deep relationship with God.

Francis Chan unpacks the dense truth contained in the book of James in front of the iconic backdrop of San Francisco, the city where he lives and ministers. Through 12 sessions, Francis works through James verse-by-verse, challenging followers of Christ to move beyond a private, intellectual knowledge of God and His Word, to a vibrant faith that impacts every square inch of life.

 

Heaven

When Faith Becomes Sight

Facilitators: Martha Cochenour and Cassey Browning

When: Tuesdays 10am-11:30am

Beginning January 13th

Location:  Activity Center

Cost:  $20 

Type: Women's Bible Study

Status: Full

Heaven. Who goes there? Where is it? What will we do there? Questions like these arise when we consider an eternal future beyond this physical life. How can we know the truth about what comes next? In this 7-session video-based study, Jennifer Rothschild explores the subject of Heaven from a biblical perspective. She will separate what’s true about Heaven from what’s based on legend, media depictions, and hopeful guesses. As you walk through the study, you'll not only gain a deeper understanding of what God has prepared for His children, but also learn how to live with confidence today as you look forward to the glorious unending that awaits. Don't just wonder about Heaven—embrace it with a faith that turns anticipation into excitement and peace.

Sunday Sermon Recap 

Facilitator: Amanda Maxwell

When: Tuesdays 6:30pm-7:30pm

January 27th- March 17th (8 Weeks) 

Location: Blue Room at Grace 

Type: Women's Community Group 

Status: Full

I’m always on the go—whether I’m chasing my eight-year-old, working with teachers and students at Greenwood Junior High, or helping with our youth group on Wednesday nights. I’ve been married to my husband, Andrew, a fellow educator, for fifteen years. I love all things coffee, a good book, and any chance to spend time with my family. And if I can sneak in a fishing trip, even better.

Purpose of the small group:

The purpose of this small group is to create a space where women can build genuine, meaningful connections with one another. We spend so much of our lives caring for our families, working, and juggling endless responsibilities that true fellowship and deep friendship can easily slip through the cracks. If we’re not careful, we can move through life feeling unseen.
This group is an opportunity to slow down, breathe, and really get to know each other as we dig deeper into the weekly sermons. I can’t wait to learn who you are—beyond your daily roles and routines. You matter, and I’m excited to walk alongside you.

 

Sunday Sermon Recap 

Facilitators: David & Michelle Thomas 

When: Wednesday Evenings 6:00pm-7:30 PM

January 28th-March 18th (8 Weeks)

Location: Church Office 

Type: Co-Ed Study, all stages of life welcome!

Status: Full

We are David and Michelle Thomas. We have two grown children and one grandchild. We live on a small farm and have cattle and cats, but have also raised sheep and chickens for 4-H. We are simple servants of the Lord and love His children and creation. We advocate for children suffering from abuse and neglect through the Court Appointed Special Advocate program. David retired as a police officer from the city of Fort Smith, worked in the transportation industry, and is now the School Resource Officer at Ramsey Middle School where he loves his work. Michelle served as a dental hygienist for much of her career and transitioned to advocating for food animals and their wellbeing as an animal scientist, worked in the meat industry, animal auditing certification training, and is currently the Grace Community Church Local Missions Minister and substitute teaching. We love to stay busy!
Purpose of the Group
We will facilitate the discussion on the weekly sermon and are not Bible scholars or experts. We will all learn and grow together in a relaxed fellowship atmosphere. We will seek joy as we grow! We would love for you to join us—especially if your children will be attending youth activities.  We expect a diverse group! Our meeting location within the walls of Grace church is to be determined.

Sunday Sermon Recap 

Facilitator: JD Cunny 

When: Sundays at 4:00pm-5:30pm 

January 25th- March 15th (8 Weeks)

Location: JD's House 

Type: Couples

Status: Full 

We’re a couple who loves doing life together—whether that’s getting to the mountains, cheering on our favorite sports teams, or baking cookies at home (ok that’s more Misty). But more than anything, we love raising our two-year-old daughter, who keeps us laughing, learning, and growing every day.
We often joke that we’re a “non-traditional” family, but the longer we live, the more we realize that non-traditional is actually pretty normal. Life doesn’t always follow a straight line, and we’ve learned that God meets us right where we are. 
Misty works as an IT Tech and has a special gift for baking cookies that brings people together (you’ll likely get to enjoy some!). I spent 25 years working in the real estate appraisal world, and have been blessed to serve on staff at Grace as one of the pastors for the past three years.
Purpose of the Group
The purpose of our Community Group is to create space specifically for couples to go deeper into Sunday’s sermon—taking time to reflect, ask questions, and wrestle together with how God’s Word connects to everyday life–marriage, parenting, work, and what it looks like to live out our faith at home. The goal of this group is to move beyond simply hearing the message on Sunday to actually living it out together during the week. As we do that side by side, we’ll grow spiritually, encourage one another, and build meaningful relationships with other couples that extend well beyond Sunday morning.

 

New Connections Class 

Facilitator: Staci Moore 

When: Sundays 10:35am-11:45am

Starts January 25th (6 Weeks)

Location: Church Office 

Type: Co-Ed, all are welcome! 

Status: FULL

If you’re new to Grace or looking to take your next step, our New Connections Class is a great place to start. Using Community by Andy Stanley, this class explores why meaningful relationships matter and how God uses community to grow our faith. You’ll learn what it means to belong at Grace, connect with others, and discover how life is better when we don’t do it alone.