Life Groups
We call our small groups Life Groups. Life Groups include every aspect of Christian living and community Jesus taught and demonstrated to His disciples, the first Life Group. An apple tree will only produce fruit if placed with other apple trees; they must have the cross pollination that comes from being with other trees. Believers must have the love, support, and interaction that come from being with other believers. In order to grow in Christ and produce the fruit God desires in us, we need to learn to live together in the kind of community that will come as we grow in Christ together in Life Groups.
Life Groups meet weekly from September through May and meet occasionally for fellowship during the summer. Beginning in September each group focuses on the same topic, using the same material for approximately 10 weeks. This creates a wonderful opportunity for church unity. For the remainder of the year, each Life Group selects its own topic of study.
We invite you to become involved in this small group (8-12 people) atmosphere for study of God’s word, worship, ministry, outreach and fellowship. If you would like to participate or have any questions please contact the church office at (804) 730-9512.
In Life Groups, we are doing life together, by living according to God’s Word, growing in Christ and enjoying Him and one another.
Our Current Life Groups include:
- Irvin Life GroupGroup: Irvin Life GroupLeader(s): Donna IrvinTopic of Study: Going through the entire BibleFor Ages: Women of all agesMeets: Weekly on Thursday at 6:30 pmLocation: Home of Donna Irvin
The Irvin Life Group meets every Thursday at 6:30pm at the home of Donna Irvin. The group is progressing through the entire Bible each week and they near the end of the Old Testament. If you would like to learn more about this life group contact Donna Irvin.
- Zimmerman Life GroupGroup: Zimmerman Life GroupLeader(s): Lisa ZimmermanTopic of Study: Experiencing GodFor Ages: AdultsMeets: Weekly on Thursday at 7:00 pmLocation: Home of Lee and Lisa Zimmerman
The Zimmerman Life Group meets every Thursday at 7pm at the home of Lee and Lisa Zimmerman. The current topic of study is “Experiencing God” by Henry & Richard Blackaby and Claude King. If you would like to learn more about this life group contact Lee or Lisa Zimmerman.
- Twigg Life GroupGroup: Twigg Life GroupLeader(s): Carl and Jo TwiggTopic of Study: Various TopicsFor Ages: All ages (childcare is provided)Meets: Weekly on Friday at 6:00 pmLocation: HEFC Gym
The Twigg Life Group meets every Friday at 6pm in the HEFC Gym for dinner followed by a small group study at 7pm. All ages are welcome and childcare is provided.
Men’s Ministry
Activities designed just for men of all ages, provide opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship, and bonding with your brothers in Christ:
Men’s Breakfast – Men meet every third Saturday at 8:00 a.m. for a home-cooked breakfast, devotional time (which sometimes includes special guests), and a great time of fellowship. See the calendar page for specific dates. Find us on Facebook HERE!
Current Devotion – “Think Like a Detective”
J. Warner Wallace – Topic: Christian Apologetics
Learn how to recognize inconsistencies with objections to Christianity and be able to give an answer to anyone who asks about the hope you have.
Praise & Worship Team
A group of musicians, vocalists, and technicians, who feel called by the Lord to lead the congregation in praise and worship of the Living God. This ministry meets once a week for rehearsal, devotions, and fellowship. They lead Sunday morning worship services as well as various other services and outreach functions.
Prayer
Our prayer ministries include:
Prayer/Share – Prayer intercessors who meet on Mondays at 9:00am., at the church, to pray for the concerns of our church as listed on our published Prayer List and other concerns that they are made aware of.
Shepherd’s Watch – Prayer intercessors who pray individually on a daily basis for specific children in our church from infants through sr. high school.
Sports Fellowship Opportunities
Our sports fellowship opportunities include:
Volleyball – Come join us for a great time of volleyball during fall and early spring. We play on Monday evenings at Cool Spring Baptist Church at 6:30, 7:30 or 8:30. Contact our coach Matt Cumby at 804-356-8833 if you would like to join the fun.
Sunday School
We have a variety of adult classes all meeting each Sunday at 9:15 a.m. We are committed to teaching the Word of God and to the consistent presentation of the gospel message of salvation.
Our Current Sunday School classes include:
- Cross BearersClass: Cross BearersTeacher(s): Bill CumbyTopic of Study: Old Testament book of MicahFor Ages: AdultsMeets: Weekly on Sunday at 9:15 amLocation: Cross Bearers classroom
The Cross Bearers class will be studying the Old Testament book of Micah starting in February 2020. This seven week study warns the Jewish nation of certain divine judgment due to their sins against God and prophesied the fall of Samaria and Jerusalem because of their sins. While Isaiah, his contemporary in Jerusalem, addressed the king and international situations; Micah was from a small town in southern Judah. He was a humble, country prophet who condemned the sins of injustice, oppression of the poor, corrupt rulers and priests, and bribed judges. Come join our class as we study this prophet who saw God’s judgment of Israel and Judah and the coming Messiah’s righteousness reign on earth.
- FriendshipClass: FriendshipTeacher(s): Jim TrustyTopic of Study: Divine EncountersFor Ages: AdultsMeets: Weekly on Sunday at 9:15 amLocation: Friendship classroom
The Friendship Sunday school class has been in existence for 30+ years. Jim Trusty has been the teacher for close to 10 years and does an excellent job of encouraging class members to grow in our spiritual walk. Our class consists of a variety of age groups which provides for interesting conversation.
Currently we are studying a CD series entitled “Divine Encounters” by Tony Evans. These recordings generate discussions related to how we allow the Lord to work in and through us in our daily lives to enlarge His kingdom.
Everyone is welcome to come and join our class.
- Open DoorClass: Open DoorTeacher(s): Rotating FacilitatorsTopic of Study: Minor ProphetsFor Ages: College, Young Adults, AdultsMeets: Weekly on Sunday at 9:15 amLocation: Lost & Found classroom
The Open Door Sunday School class meets in the Lost and Found room. Facilitators take turns leading the class on a rotating basis to share in the teaching. The topic of study is the Minor Prophets, we are currently in the book of Zechariah.
This class is geared toward young adults, college age students, parents with young children, or anyone who finds themselves running late on a Sunday morning. If you can make it, we’d love for you to join us. The door is always open.
- SeekersClass: SeekersTeacher(s): David Householder and Susan HaynesTopic of Study: Old TestamentFor Ages: AdultsMeets: Weekly on Sunday at 9:15 amLocation: Seekers classroom
Come join the Seekers Adult Sunday school Class as they use the Friends Quarterly to study the Wisdom books of the Bible consisting of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and Song of Songs. The wisdom books contain some of the most beautifully-written sections of the entire Bible, although they can be a challenge to read straight-through in the way one might approach the clear narratives of the Bible’s historical books. While many books of the Old Testament give us a historian’s view of God’s people and their experiences, the wisdom books provide us with a more pastoral glimpse at the state of their hearts.
Women’s Fellowship Opportunities
Activities designed just for women provide opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship, and bonding with your sisters in Christ.
Women in the Vine – is our women’s ministry deriving its name from John 15:5. Our mission is to establish our value through a personal relationship with God; to use His Word to inspire us to walk out His plan for our lives; to help nurture our God given desires, hopes and dreams through fellowship; and to encourage outreach in every direction. We meet monthly and always have a good time together. Whether we are listening to a speaker, going out to dinner, or painting ceramic tiles at a pottery studio, there is always lots of love and laughter to go around.
I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever lives in Me bears much fruit.
However, apart from Me you can do nothing.
John 15:5
However, apart from Me you can do nothing.
Additional Information
Upcoming Events
Women’s Retreat – Do you need a weekend away with some sisters in Christ? Every September women from Hanover Friends head off to the Hilton Garden Inn Kitty Hawk located on the beautiful coast of the Atlantic Ocean in Kitty Hawk. Two great sites to see while attending would be the Wright Brothers National Memorial and the North Carolina Aquarium. The weekend overflows with inspiring speakers, wonderful worship, fantastic food, and newfound friends. We would love for you to join us!
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