SMALL GROUPS

This is your chance to dive deeper into the weekly sermon and plant roots of true Belonging with your Church Family. Leaders have stepped up from around town to welcome you into their homes and hearts for rich connection, learning, and lots of smiles too! Our small groups are an 8-week commitment and registration is required. Jump in on this new season of Belonging at First Pres!

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 FIND YOUR GROUP

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CO-HOST: Mike Phillips

This group welcomes men of all ages, every Tuesday at 7pm. We're excited to gather a small group of Christian men who are longing for deeper relationships. Our prayer is to grow together into a greater sense of Belonging. We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

 

CO-HOST: TBD

This is a group for women over 50 who seek to expand their connection and community with other women. Our prayer is to know and love God more, to be more fully known by those we are in community with, and to have some fun and fellowship along the way. We'll gather every Monday at 6:30pm. Dessert provided. We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

 

CO-HOST: Anna Wilson

This group welcomes all post-college and post-Fellows females, single or married. We'll gather on Mondays at 7pm for sweet community and rich time in the Word. Light bites provided. Bring your Bible, pen & journal. We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

 

CO-HOST: Melissa Crabtree

This group invites women of every age and stage to study God's word in beautiful community. Join us every Wednesday at 6pm. Snacks provided. We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

 

CO-HOST: Tim & Kim Smith, Scott & Lisa Bell

This group caters to married couples with grown children, but all are welcome. Meeting on Thursdays at 6:30pm, our prayer is to grow closer to Christ and each other through rich fellowship. We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

 

CO-HOST: Angela Crapps

This group welcomes single women in their 40s or 50s who are single on their spiritual journey, regardless of circumstance. Join us as we seek to deepen our faith, our connection with one another, and enjoy fun and fellowship along the way. Light bites provided every Monday at 6:30pm. We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

 

CO-HOST: TBD

Looking for a place to connect, learn, and grow alongside other men? Join us every Thursday from 12-1:30pm for a small group designed to encourage and support one another on our journeys. Whether you're new to this or have been seeking a space to Belong, you'll find a warm welcome here. Open to all men who want to build meaningful connections and be mutually encouraged. BRING YOUR LUNCH. We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

 

CO-HOST: Brooks & Amy Robinson

This group welcomes young couples every Wednesday at 7:30pm. Our prayer is that this group becomes a place where you and your spouse can grow together in your relationship with the Lord, while also forming meaningful friendships and building accountability. We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

 

CO-HOST: TBD

This group is open to all women as a space to make connections with other women and grow together in Christ. You can expect a warm welcome, thoughtful discussion, and time to go deeper in relationships and faith! We will meet every Thursday from 9:30-11am. Bring a snacks to share! We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

 

CO-HOST: Becky Bell

This group welcomes all who are recently new to First Pres and seeking community. Maybe you've attended FPCO for fewer that 5 years, maybe you live near Downtown Orlando, or maybe you're free on Thursdays at 7pm. Whatever your circumstance, let's deepen connection with each other and God through weekly studies and ocassional "hangs." We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

 

CO-HOST: TBD

We are delighted to invite couples in the Winter Park area into our home for a small group this Fall! We love the vision of Belonging articulated by the church and want to make space for folks to feel welcomed on Wednesdays at 7pm. We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

 

CO-HOST: Nic & Bryn Mog

This group welcomes all 20s and 30s married couples on Tuesdays at 6:30pm. We are praying that if you’re new to First Pres, or maybe have struggled to find community, this small group would be a place for you to create lasting relationships, pursuing Christ together. We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

 

CO-HOST: Bob & Barbara Francis

This group welcomes all to attend and meets every Wednesday at 7pm. Lisa and Dennis are excited to offer hospitality to others in hopes of deepening relationships with God. Registration is required. Click the link below. We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

CO-HOST: Pam & Dave McComb

This group welcomes all 55+ married couples on Wednesdays at 7pm. Food will be provided. Please bring your Bible and sermon notes. We pray that this small group will provide a safe place where God’s presence is honored among His people. We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

CO-HOST: Andrew & Nicolette Hamilton

This group welcomes families with young children on Sundays at 10am. We hope to grow in community, and to collaborate with each other on how to be better parents and spouses as we seek to become more like Christ. Parents will small group while kids attend Formation Classes. We'll also plan monthly afternoon potlucks for the whole family to fellowship and play! We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

CO-HOST: TBD

This group welcomes 20s women (single & married) on Tuesdays at 7pm. Snacks will be provided – feel free to bring yums to share! This group is specifically creating a space for 20s women to get to know each other and encourage deeper friendships within our Church Family! We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.


CO-HOST: TBD

This group is for individuals, couples and family members for whom military service has been a major part of their lives. Led by Covenant Partners and veterans, Herschel & Anne Hughes, they're excited to welcome their First Pres commorades into their home on Wednesdays at 7pm for fellowship, light snacks and great discussion. We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

 

CO-HOST: Gabriel & Rachel DeGuia

This group welcome couples with young children and will meet Sundays from 10:15-11am. We are currently full, but will open registration again as openings become available.

 
 
 

AGREEMENTS

1. AVAILABILITY: We expect group participants to be present at least 7/8 weeks. We value your energy and time and believe that strong relationships demand strong commitment. 

2. PEOPLE: Groups will max at 12 people to foster more meaningful and personal relationships. 

3. PLACE: The warmth of a home fosters opportunities for connection and belonging. Most small groups will meet in homes. Enter with joy and respect. 

4. CONTENT: Discussion is based on each Sunday's sermon. Be sure to attend or watch on-demand prior to meeting. 


NOT SEEING WHAT YOU’RE LOOKING FOR?

If you tried to register for a group and it was full, or there wasn't a group that fit just right, let us know! We are hoping to expand small groups in the future and would love to reach out when we have a group that’s right for you! 

Add your contact to our Interest List and tell us what you're looking for:

GET INVOLVED!

Small groups will restart every spring and fall. If you miss this round, be on the lookout for the next season of sign ups. 


RESOURCES

✳️ CLICK HERE to watch Sunday’s sermon and be fully ready for small group during the week.

✳️ CLICK HERE for small group discussion guide.

✳️ CLICK HERE for our REVELATION RESOURCE LIST to learn more about our 2024 sermon series.



As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.

Proverbs 27:17

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Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.

Romans 12:9-10