Winter Growth Group Season
January- April 2010
Winter Growth Groups 2010 Season
January 10 - March 27
Winter growth group registration is now closed. Check back in April for information on groups for the spring season. Have questions? Contact debby@loudonpurpose.com
On Tuesdays
Men's Accountability Group
Leader: Ike Hendershot
Who Can Attend: Men of all ages
Meeting Time: Tuesdays at 7 p.m. on the following dates: 1/19, 1/26/, 2/2, 2/9, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16.
Location: Ike's Home in Chantilly, VA
Description: Join a group of men who hold each other accountable to the word of God through a study of the life of the Apostle Peter as he walked on earth with the Master, our Lord Jesus Christ. Through the power of video and music, in a DVD and Study guide teaching scenario, the world and characters of the Bible come alive as we observe life with the Master through the eyes of Peter the apostle as he walks with Jesus along the Sea of Galilee. There are many accountability lessons we can learn as we study Peter the Apostle as he is personally instructed, through pleasant and painful experience, the lessons of holiness, righteousness, and truth by the Lord Jesus Christ. We would do good to model ourselves according to these lessons.
Special Notes: Study guides will be provided. Children should be left at home.
On Thursdays
Disciplines of a Godly Man
Leader: Tom Sleete
Who Can Attend: Men of all ages
Meeting Time: Every other Thursday at 7 p.m.
Location: Fair Oaks Church - Floyd White Chapel
Description: We will take a look at the disciplines of a godly man and explore not only what they are, but how to apply them in your life and walk with Christ. In addition, this group will attempt to hold each other accountable on these principles.
Special Notes: Children should be left at home. Group members should purchase a copy of "Disciplines of a Godly Man" by R. Kent Hughes on amazon.com for $12 to $17.
On Fridays
Pastor's Red Eye
Leader: Pastor Stokes
Who Can Attend: Men of all ages
Meeting Time: Every other Friday at 6 a.m. beginning January 29th.
Location: Fair Oaks Church Conference Room
Description: A verse by verse Bible study on the Book of James entitled "Behave Like You Believe".
Special Notes: Bring a Bible and a notebook. Children should be left at home.
Prayer Warriors
Leader: Ike Hendershot
Who Can Attend: Men of all ages
Meeting Time: Every Friday at 6 a.m.
Location: Fair Oaks Church - Floyd White Chapel
Description: Meet together with a group of men for prayer each week.
Special Notes: Registration is not necessary for this group. Show up anytime. This group meets 52 weeks out of the year.
Groups on Mondays
Beth Moore Women's Group
Leader: Frances Kakliklian
Who Can Attend: Women of all ages
Meeting Time: Every Other Monday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Fair Oaks Church Conference Room
Description: Discover "Breaking Free: Making Liberty in Christ a Reality in Life" by Beth Moore. This is a Bible study journey just for YOU based on Isaiah 61:1-4. Scripture will show us the benefits of our relationship with God and shows you how to remove obstacles that hinder that relationship. As you identify spiritual strongholds in your life, you will progress on the journey toward greater freedom in Christ.
Special Notes: Group members will need to pick up a copy of "Breaking Free Updated Edition - The Journey, The Stories" By: Beth Moore from lifewaystores.com or by going to Life Way, located at: Springfield Plaza II, 6312 Springfield Plaza, Springfield, VA 22150. 703-569-0067. Children should be left at home.
Groups on Tuesdays
Mother's of Preschooler's
Leader: Brenda Zizolfo
Who Can Attend: Mom's of preschool age children
Meeting Time: Every Tuesday at 10 a.m.
Location: Fair Oaks Church - Acorn Cinema
Description: Join a group of mom's for Bible study and adult conversation. Child care is provided for a portion of each meeting for $5 per child.
Special Notes: Children are welcome.
Groups on Thursdays
Early Morning Women's Group
Leader: Sally Cook
Who Can Attend: Women of all ages
Meeting Time: Every Thursday at 6 a.m.
Location: Fair Oaks Church - Fair Oaks Cafe
Description: During the Winter Session, we will study the book, "Crazy Love: Overwhelmed by a Relentless God", by Francis Chan. This book prompts us to seriously consider if our actions reflect that Jesus is Lord. Virtually, the book is a guide to living a life that is not lukewarm, but one that can be attributed to your dedication to glorifying God, and showing his love to nonbelievers so they may come to know his never ending grace and mercies.
Special Notes: Group members should purchase a copy of "Crazy Love: Overwhelmed by a Relentless God" by Francis Chan on amazon.com. Children should be left at home.
Women's Daytime Bible Study
Leader: Brenda Boose
Who Can Attend: Women of all ages
Meeting Time: Every Other Thursday from 12 to 2:30 p.m.
Location: Fair Oaks Church - Conference Room
Description: Discover "Breaking Free: Making Liberty in Christ a Reality in Life" by Beth Moore. This is a Bible study journey just for YOU based on Isaiah 61:1-4. Scripture will show us the benefits of our relationship with God and shows you how to remove obstacles that hinder that relationship. As you identify spiritual strongholds in your life, you will progress on the journey toward greater freedom in Christ.
Special Notes: Group members will need to pick up a copy of "Breaking Free Updated Edition - The Journey, The Stories" By: Beth Moore from lifewaystores.com or by going to Life Way, located at: Springfield Plaza II, 6312 Springfield Plaza, Springfield, VA 22150. 703-569-0067. There will also be an additional 10 dollar fee to cover the purchase of the DVD's for this study. Children should be left at home
Esther: It's Tough Being a Woman
Leaders: Tracy Foss & Amanda O'Connell
Who Can Attend: Women in their 20's
Meeting Time: Every Thursday from 6:45 to 9 p.m.
Location: Amanda's home in Manassas, VA, located 15 minutes from Fair Oaks Church
Description: This will be an in-depth look at the book of Esther where we will study the history and truth found in the Old Testament. We will discuss and apply the story of Esther to our lives. Even though God's name is never mentioned in this book, His hand is clearly seen throughout this portion of Scripture. Join us for this intimate examination of Esther's journey as we find treasures that challenge our own hurried and pressured lives.
Special Notes: Group members will need to purchase a copy of "Esther: It's Tough Being a Woman" by Beth Moore from amazon.com for $19 or your local Family Christian Store for $21. Children should be left at home.
Group On Fridays
Faithbooking
Group Leader: Rebecca Caufman
Who Can Attend: Women only
Meeting Time: Fridays 9:30 to 11 a.m
Location: Rebecca's home in Fairfax near Fair Oaks Church
Description: We are instructed by the Lord to remember the significant events in our lives. And yet we forget so easily. Each week members of this group will reflect on a question and work creatively to answer it in both words and pictures. All members will finish the group with a completed testimony of their personal faith.
Special Notes: One child may attend with mother but no childcare will be provided. The cost of the album, pages, page protectors, photo tape, and journal boxes will be $40 payable to group leader.
Groups on Sundays
Philippians Bible Study
Leader: Phil Singley
Who Can Attend: Open to All
Meeting Time: Every Other Sunday at 7:45 a.m.
Location: Fair Oaks Church - Conference Room
Description: Journey through Philippians verse by verse in this group that meets and concludes prior to the 9 a.m. Worship Service.
Special Notes: Children are welcome if they can sit quietly. Bring a Bible and a pen.
Groups on Mondays
Facing Your Giants
Leader: David White
Who Can Attend: Open to All
Meeting Time: Every Monday at 7 p.m.
Location: Fair Oaks Church - Connection Central
Description: David. You could read his story and wonder what God saw in him. His life has litle to offer the unstained, straight-A saint. He fell as often as he stood, stumbled as often as he conquered. But for those who know the sound of a Goliath, David gives this reminder: FOCUS ON GIANTS - YOU STUMBLE. FOCUS ON GOD - YOUR GIANTS TUMBLE.
Special Notes: Group members should purchase a copy of "Facing Your Giants: by Max Lucado on amazon.com for $16. Child care will be available for a small fee.
Groups on Tuesdays
Crazy Love
Leader: Mike Zizolfo
Who Can Attend: Open to all
Meeting Time: Every Tuesday from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m.
Location: Mike's Home in Fairfax
Description: It's crazy, if you think about it. The God of the universe loves you with a radical, unconditional, self-sacrificing love. And what is our typical response? We go to church, sing songs, and try not to cuss. God is calling you to a passionate love relationship with himself. Because the answer to religious complacency isn't working harder at a list of do's and don'ts - it's falling in love with God. "Crazy Love may just be the most challenging book outside of God's Word you will read this year" - Chris Tomlin
Special Notes: Children should be left at home. Group members will need to pick up a copy of "Crazy Love" by Francis Chan from amazon.com for $12.
Vision TO Training
Leader: Roy Dowdy
Who Can Attend: Open to all
Meeting Time: Every other Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Fair Oaks Church - Floyd White Chapel
Description: This group will help in preparing for the missions trip to Toronto in the summer of 2010. This group will offer evangelism , church assimilation and Canadian culture training.
Special Notes:Children are welcome. Group members will need to pick up a copy of "Just Walk Across the Room"by Bill Hybells on amazon.com or at the local Christian bookstore.
Groups on Thursdays
Clay in the Potter's Hand
Leaders: Gene & Berenice Perry
Who Can Attend: Open to All
Meeting Time: Every Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m.
Location: Chris & Susan Miles home in Fairfax, VA
Description: Journey through Traveling Light, refreshing words wrapped around the biblical passages of the 23rd Psalm that re-energize weary spiritual travelers. It's only when we set down our "luggage" and let God carry it for us, says Lucado, that we are free to share grace, offer comfort, and help lift the load of others. As you read Lucado's words and work through the study questions, you'll find your own load feeling a little lighter.
Special Notes: Group members should purchase "Traveling Light" by Max Lucado on amazon.com or at the local Christian bookstore. Children should be left at home.
Whirlwind
Leader: David Conty
Who Can Attend: Open to All
Meeting Time: Every Thursday at 7 p.m.
Location: The Conty's home in the Fair Lakes area
Description: The purpose of this group is to experience God's faith through the hardships and triumphs we all experience in our lives. Each week we will cover a topic in the form of a short video and a discussion afterward. Videos from Nooma, Liquid: Crossing and The Gripping Point will be discussed.
Special Notes: Infants and just walking children are welcome only due to limited space. Workbooks and other materials will be provided at first study for a cost of $8.
Groups on Tuesdays
A Million Miles In a Thousand Years
Leader: Philip Bassham
Who Can Attend: Married Couples
Meeting Time: Every Other Tuesday 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Location: The Bassham's home in Chantilly VA
Description: We will be reading and discussing the book “A Million Miles in a Thousand Years: What I Learned While Editing My Life” (available on amazon.com for around $12) by Donald Miller. Miller, the accidental memoirist who penned Blue Like Jazz, writes about the challenges inherent in getting unstuck creatively and spiritually and the stories along the way.
Special Notes: No formal childcare, but children are welcome to come along and the house is kid-friendly.
