LifeGroups

Growing in Christ; becoming more like Him in all aspects of life and our life together...

"... and they were continually devoting themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer." Acts 2:42

Our purpose is to provide an irresistible environment where people can develop authentic relationships where they:

• Know Each Other
• Connect with each other for spiritual growth; and
• Pray for one another

What are LifeGroups?

Today's culture is completely "high tech and low touch." It celebrates individualism over community.  Privacy and seclusion are valued over connection.  However, God didn't design us to live our lives alone.  He created us for relationship with Him and with others.  We were made to belong and to be part of a community--a group of peole living life together.  At Southern Hills Baptist Church, we believe the best environment for lasting life change takes place within community.  That's why we are committed to LifeGroups on Sunday Morning.

Southern Hills LifeGroups are all about people.  We exist to help people live life together, grow together, and serve God together.  Our groups provide people with intimate, irresistible environments where ministry flows from relational connections.

Southern Hills offers a variety of groups so wherever you are in your journey of life, there's a place for you in a Life Group at SHBC.  If you want to become all that God would hope for you to be, involve yourself in the lives of others. 

For assistance in finding the right group for you, please call the church office at 743-8897 or Email Steve

SUNDAY MORNINGS For ADULTS — 9:15 a.m. 

For College Age Students

Join this great team of leaders, Chris & Jen Giles, Ed & Kathy Hitchcock, Monty & Kathy Curry for a great time of study in Room 201

PROXY - "Stand In. Stand Up. Stand Out."

PROXY is geared towards anyone in their 20's and 30's who is working, finishing up an education, or just in that place of life where you're starting out but not married. It's the goal of this group to encourage Christ-like growth both as individuals and as a community to prepare us to go out and serve. We STAND IN as a proxy to represent Christ to the world, we STAND UP in our faith and we STAND OUT to the community! Led by Nicole Duncan and Courtney Lasater. Room 213

For Newly Married Couples

Encouraging and empowering married couples to pursue a great marriage through Biblical truth and practical essentials.

The top 6 essentials for marriage include:

• Trust God
• Cultivate Communication
• Nurture Romance
• Celebrate Differences
• Hurry Home
• Finish Strong

Our desire is to help married couples find hope and direction, make intentional marriage investments, and connect with other married couples. Evan & Linda Dare will be leading this new LifeGroup. Room 205

LIFE-TOGETHER 24/7: Young Couples

Led by Roy & Ellen Thomason work with young couples new in their journey of marriage.  Here you will find others couples who know what you're adjusting to and will encourage you to sacrifice and work toward building a Christ-centered marriage. Room 207  Email Roy

Adults in their 30’s & 40’s

Led by Danny Whiteman and Greg Grunewald. You’ll be motivated by dynamic, encouraging teaching. Couples are supporting one another as their kids face the early years of school. This group has strong small groups that stay connected beyond Sunday morning. Room 204

Adults in their early 30's, 40’s & 50’s

Led by Charles and Katheryn Pennington and David and Phyllis Morris. Friendly outgoing adults that are connecting with God, our world, and each other. A class that focuses on building internal strength  and externally focused.  Room 204

Parents of Youth: a class for adults both single and married w/ adolescents & teens

Led by Steve and Jamie Watkins. “Growing up is tough these days, and we’re not even referring to our teenagers; it’s about us!” This diverse group of parents meets on Sunday mornings at 9:15 in the Game Room and they explore Biblical principles for building relationships inside and outside our homes. Many topics are discussed in this interactive, energetic, entertaining, and very intentional class. Couples and single parents find support and care during these fun years.

“When the Lord picked Joshua to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land, He urged the new appointee to be strong and of good courage.” No more appropriate words were ever spoken for those of us wanting to honor God as we parent today’s teenagers.”  Meets in room 202
 Email Steve

Milt Olsen Class

Membership: 1. For both women and men; 2. For both single and married; 3. Current age range = 30 - 75 (open to expansion).

Focus: In-depth, inductive, verse-by-verse Bible study. Currently studying the book of Hebrews.

Format: About 65% large group lecture / 35% small group discussion around tables (6-8 people). Early in each week the lesson sheet is emailed to each class member for study and preparation. Class interaction is encouraged. Meets in the Meeting Room

KOINONIA: Adults in their late-50's into their 60's

The Koinonia LifeGroup is focused on mature adults who study God’s Word and apply it through ministering to each other, Southern Hills Church, the community and world which surrounds us.

Currently we use Lifeway’s Explore the Bible teaching material. Explore the Bible focuses on in-depth studies of individual books of the Bible and applying the principles learned to relationships both within and outside of the church.

Many in our group show their love for Christ by serving in many ways throughout the church body and by volunteering in a variety of activities such as Little Light House, Day Spring Villa, Celebrate Recovery, McClure School volunteers, and Good Samaritan Health Care.
We use Koinonia because it describes our relationship with one another as well as our pleasure in accepting new friends.

Led by Steve Mortensen, Room 211 A & B

Adults in their 70’s

Led by Steve & Gayle Troutman. This supportive group touches the lives of singles and couples. Many members serve behind the scenes in SHBC ministries.  Room 212

Adults of all ages—ON THE ROAD—single or married.

Led by Steve and Norma Murphy. A 4-person teaching team facilitates Bible study you can apply to life. Gym

MEN & WOMEN GROUPS

MEN-All Ages

Led by Chris Hickey. Topical lessons cover the many different concerns of the Christian life. Here you can find strength from other men. Room 214

WOMEN in their 30’s-50’s

Led by Vada Ware and Lorrie Quinnelly. This group provides solid Bible study and friendships for women, both married and single. Room 210

WINSOME: Women 60+

Our class lessons stress and encourage continual growth in our relationship with the Lord as we become closer and closer friends of His.  Led by Rita Fritchman. Room 206

T.E.L. – Women 70+

Led by Diane Cox, this active and delightful group of women meets in the library. Room 208