Connect, Grow, and Find Your Circle at Northside

At Northside, we believe that discipleship flourishes best in community. While our large worship gatherings are vital, our small group Bible studies offer unique spaces for meaningful discussion, deeper connections, and significant spiritual growth. Explore the opportunities below to find your circle!

Ways to Connect and Grow:

1. Sunday School Groups (Sunday Mornings, Before Worship)

Join us Sunday mornings before our worship service for engaging Bible study and fellowship for all ages and life stages. Childcare is provided during this hour. Feel free to visit different groups to find the best fit for you. We encourage members to commit to one group for deeper connection and growth.

Our Sunday School Groups:

  • Preschool (Birth - Kindergarten): Loving care and foundational teaching in our dedicated preschool area (ground floor).
  • Children's Ministry (Grades 1-4): Engaging large group worship with singing and video, followed by smaller grade-specific breakout sessions on our Children's Hall.
  • Tween Ministry (Grades 5-6): Dedicated "tween" room at the end of the adult hall.
  • Student Ministry:
    • 7th - 9th Grade: Led by Patty Bailey.
    • 10th - 12th Grade: Led by Chuck and Mandy Cordell. These groups occasionally combine for special events.
  • College/Career ("23 Below"): For college students and young professionals (ages 23 and under), meeting in the Ping Pong room at the end of the Student Ministry Hall, led by Shawn & Kristi Stinson.
  • Adults:
    • "Twenty Somethings" (Ages 23-29): Young adults early in careers or marriages, led by the Pavlovecs and Johnseys (upstairs on the adult hall, using "Bible Studies for Life").
    • Brown/Fikes Class (All Ages): A diverse group (30s-70s) studying the Bible from Genesis to Revelation, led by Sarah and Richard Fikes & Patsy Brown (church library).
    • Walton Class (Young Adults & Parents): Co-ed group for those in their 20s-40s or parents of elementary/teen children, led by Blake & Cindy Walton (using "Bible Studies for Life").
    • Byrd Class (Adults & Parents): Co-ed group for those in their 30s-50s or parents of elementary/teen children, led by Marilyn Byrd (using "Bible Studies for Life").
    • Redmill Class (Mid-Life & Parents): Co-ed group for those in their 50s-60s and parents of college-aged/young adults, led by Randy Redmill (using "Bible Studies for Life").
    • Davidson / Hendon Class (Senior Adults): Co-ed group for those in their 60s-70s, led by Ed Davidson & David Hendon (using "Bible Studies for Life").
    • Hendon Class (Senior Ladies): Ladies 65+ (but all ages welcome), led by Joanne Hendon (Senior Adult Hall, using "Bible Studies for Life").
    • King Class (Senior Ladies): Ladies 65+ (but all ages welcome), led by Jeannie King (Senior Adult Hall, using "Explore The Bible").
    • Self Class (Senior Men): Men 65+ (but all ages welcome), led by Barney Self (using "Bible Studies for Life").

2. Discipleship Groups (Various Times Throughout the Week)

These groups offer opportunities for deeper study and connection at various times. Please note that childcare is generally not provided. Here are our current Discipleship Group options:

Women's Bible Study Groups:

  • Sunday Group (5:00 PM, Byrd Classroom): Currently studying "Sermon on the Mount" by Jen Wilkin. All women are welcome (book optional). Note: No meeting on Mother's Day (May 11). Led by Marilyn Byrd.
  • Monday Group (Resumes June 16): Studying "Heaven: When Faith Becomes Sight" by Jennifer Rothchild. Workbooks optional. Led by Sarah Fikes.

Man Church (Men ages 13+):

Explore the "Man Church" curriculum by Rick Burgess through video-based discussion and Bible study. Feel free to join any of the following meeting times each week. No book or homework involved.

  • Sundays at 8:30 AM (Led by Ed Davidson)
  • Sundays at 5:00 PM (Led by Bob Nolen)
  • Tuesdays at 6:30 AM (Led by Shawn Stinson)
  • Wednesdays at 7:00 PM (Led by David Byrd)
  • Thursdays at 6:00 PM (Led by Blake Walton)

While we encourage sticking with a specific group, you're welcome to join another if you miss your regular time.

Student Ministry Discipleship Group:

  • Most Sundays at 5:00 PM, Student Ministry Base Room: Led by Student Minister Justin Robinson (open to all students).

Children's Discipleship Group:

  • Sundays at 5:00 PM: Led by Children's Minister Wes Lamon (open to children in grades 1-6 for Bible study and skills).