We are excited you are interested in joining a Strat Small Group!
Here is some information on what our small groups are all about. Following that is a list of all the groups we offer and how to connect to them.
What is the benefit of small groups?
Develops lasting friendships through discussion, prayer & continual meetings.
Creates your own church family.
Strengthened through praying together.
Answered prayers build faith within the group as we trust God for bigger things.
Then those who feared the LORD spoke with one another. The LORD paid attention and heard them, and a book of remembrance was written before him of those who feared the LORD and esteemed his name. ~Malachi 3:16 ESV
God's presence is evident in every group where He is honored & the word is discussed.
Discussion of the Word causes us to apply God's principles to our own lives.
Learn from other people's experiences in the group and realize we're not alone.
There is laughter and connection.
Our Current Winter Small Groups
Keep scrolling to see all the groups.
SUNDAY GROUPS
Our vision in Foundation Builders is to get people excited and interested in reading the Word of God. It’s the perfect environment to ask questions, to share, and to grow in the Word. I like teaching the Word because it’s a call. It excites me to see people grow in knowledge and application of the Word. It so much fun when we all come together and share how God is growing, changing and equipping us through His Word. Something funny about myself that most people don’t know is I get very nervous in front of people. Without the anointing to teach I wouldn’t be able to do it at all. It’s all God!!!
FOUNDATION BUILDERS
Date/Time: Sundays at 10a
Location: Oasis Room 9
This group is a verse by verse study through the Bible taught by Dean Osborne. No need to sign-up, just show up
VERSE BY VERSE
Date/Time: Sundays at 10a
Location: Room 305
Winter quarter, this group will be doing the study "Bait of Satan" by John Bevere, which tackles the subject of offense. The new study starts on January 14th.
RESTORING WORD
Date/Time: Sundays at 10a
Location: Room 303
Study: Bait of Satan, beginning January 14
Every Sunday, Benny, leads in worship and the Word in this Bible study taught in Español in the choir room at 8am.
ESPANOL BIBLE STUDY
Date/Time: Sundays at 8a
Location: Choir Room
The Thrive Marriage ministry is launching their winter/spring small group starting Feb 4. They will be doing "Boundaries in Marriage". Please sign-up on the link, *SPACES ARE LIMITED.
Session Dates: Feb 4, Feb 18, March 3, March 16 at 6pm
Location: Will be in homes. (sign-up for addresses)
TUESDAY GROUPS
Every Tuesday ladies come together to dive into the Word and studies from some of the most popular Christian authors and speakers. Every lady is welcome to attend.
WARRIOR WOMEN
Date/Time: Tuesdays at 9:30a
Location: Room 305
Rhonda Johnson & Sandy Ratliff lead this group for ladies of all ages. They meet every other Tuesday evening at 6:30pm. Sign-up on the link to find out the next meeting time. Their new study is 'Don't Look Back' by Christine Caine and begins February 6. Books are $15 payable to Rhonda or Sandy.
The Beacon Bible study is open to everyone. If you love to dig into the the word and discuss it, then Beacon would be a great fit for you. They go through the Bible verse by verse. It is led by Elijah Wallace.
BEACON BIBLE STUDY
Date/Time: Wednesdays at 7p
Location: Church Bookstore
The Middle is a small group targeting those adults ages 36-54-ish. However, everyone is welcome. Sign-up for updates to the group on the link below. This winter session we will be studying Spiritual Authority', a study written and will be taught by Jeremy Prosser.
The Women's Wednesday small group is offered both in English & Espanol. Both groups meet together at the end for prayer together. They start a new study on January 17, "Good or God" by John Bevere. Sign-up on the link below, if you plan to join this group and want to stay informed.
Location for English Speaking: Oasis Cafe/Auditorium
Location for Spanish Speaking: Room 306
Study: Good or God - begins January 17
Man Up Small Group is an extension of the Man Up Ministry at Stratford. This group meets on Wednesdays at 7pm. If you would like to receive updates about the Man Up Small Group, sign-up on the link.
God wants you to live a life that is true blessed, but what are the steps to getting there? Over six weeks, this group will explore how living a generous life changes every area of your life. You will learn about the biblical principles of giving, the obstacles that prevent generosity, and how God blesses you and the world around you when you live generously.
Pastor Steve Blower will be starting a small group on Wednesdays about leadership. He will be leading the study on "The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership" by John C. Maxwell. Everything rises and falls on leadership, this group will help you elevate your leadership skills. This group is open to anyone beginning Wednesday, January 24 at 7pm in room 303. Sign-up on the link to join. Please buy the book before the first session begins.
Pastor Debbie Bieller will be starting a new group this winter. This group will run in 8-week session about what it means to walk in the Spirit on various topics. The first session is "Ministry: what it is and isn't" which begins on Wednesday, January 24 at 7pm in room 502 (off of the gym). Sign-up to join this group.
Our next basic training of the Way of the Master evangelism group begins January 18 at 6pm in room 303. This session is 8 weeks and will teach you how to win people like Jesus did.
Wednesday night Midweek offers something for the whole family! Drop your kids off in Bright Beginnings nursery & pre-k or Rock Island Wednesday. We also have an Oasis youth Bible study, Deeper Dive, in the Oasis Center room # 7.
Pastor James Jones teaches Bible study in the main sanctuary every Wednesday at 7pm. It is also streamed live on our Facebook page & website.
🌱 Group for Newer Christians
This 8-week session takes us through the Bible showing us that God is the only One who can satisfy the longing of the human heart. This is for new christians or anyone who wants to understand the Bible more. Sign-up on the link below and we will notify you with the next group date.
If you are a new Christian and would like to know what your next steps are, click the link below. We are here to help you establish your faith or re-establish your walk with God.