Adults

Adult Discipleship and Fellowship


  • Grove Groups
  • Mixed Groups
  • Women's Group
  • Men's Group
  • Fellowship Groups
Grove Groups

Groups of 9 to 14 participants build intentional community through discussions, service, and connected-care. Grove Groups are the primary discipleship groups at The Grove.

  • You may join a group anytime, but open signups happen in Sept.
  • Groups run from Oct. to Aug.
  • Grove Group members share leadership throughout the year.  


Group Discussions

You choose if you want to be in a group that meets twice per month or once per month. Content is mostly group directed but the church also provides you with a discussion guide.

Service

Groups will participate in two service projects a year of their choosing.


Connected-Care

Groups will celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, and support each other when needed.

To Register: www.thegrovemn.church/school-year

Mixed Groups

Wednesday Morning Bible Study

Wednesdays, Sept—May, 9:30-11am

Pastors Kelly, Jeremy & Laura will teach this class on rotation

Grow and nurture your spirituality by blending the study of scripture with books about Christian faith. 


Sunday Disciple Class

Sundays, Sept-June, 10-11:30 am

Join others to study Bible lessons from the time of ancient Israel through Jesus’ ministry, and the Development of Christianity to the present day. Persons unable to attend class sessions may subscribe to the weekly Disciple Notes newsletter

 

Pop Up Core Studies, offered during Lent & other times in the year

Making Sense of the Bible - Utilizing a book by United Methodist pastor, Adam Hamilton, this study gives grounding in what the Bible is and isn't and different interpretation lens

Reckless Love - Utilizing a book by United Methodist pastor, Tom Berlin, this study inspires us to understand God's grace and how to love others

Rainbow Revelations - Developed by the PRIDE team, this study uses social media video, podcasts, and discussion to motivate us to faithfully affirm and advocate for those who identify as LGBTQIA.

COMING SOON! A study about our Christian life and being an anti-racist is being developed by Racial Justice

 

Women's Group

Faith Builders

Wednesdays, Sept—May, 10-11:30am

In person when possible; otherwise via Zoom

Expand your thinking by studying books focused on faith, society, and justice.

Men's Group

Tuesday Grove Guys

Tuesdays, 8-9am - Panera, Woodbury

Join lively discussion on faith, family, and the challenges of daily living. Deepen your spiritual life through scripture and community.


Thursday Mornings Men's Group

Sept-May, 7:30-9:30 am

Welcomes all men who want to grow their faith and strengthen their relationships with God and each other through book studies and video

 

Fellowship Groups

Readers Book Club

2nd Monday, Oct-May, 7-8pm - Via Zoom

Participants share a love of reading and a willingness to explore all types of books.