Bible Community
Core Value: Church Should Be a Place of GraceDisciple-building is our business. Walking with Christ is our goal. Bringing others along is our challenge.
Have you ever put a jig saw puzzle together? Often times our spiritual lives can be a riddle to us because we lack the viewpoint to see the big picture and make the best moves to solve the problem.
At Alice Drive, we feel that the best way for each of us to grow and see the bigger picture is in a small group setting. We have many different groups, and we know that there is a right one for you.
Why Does ADBC Do Bible Community Groups?
We believe that groups are where significant life change occurs. Bible Community groups are where real life and real issues are discussed. This is the environment where we celebrate success and good times of life as well as comfort one another during the tough and disappointing times. It is a place to be encouraged, equipped, and challenged to become a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ.
How do I get involved?
Come to the information desk in the front foyer on Sundays between 9:30 and 11:00 for info on Sunday morning groups. We will be glad to assist you in locating a group that will best fit your needs or contact Todd Fleming or you can fill out this survey and Todd will contact you.
9:45 classes
FellowshipLeader: Ed Garris in Room 119
This class is designed for men ages 60 and above. Ed is a wonderful Bible teacher, and the men who gather with this group are all willing to shake a hand or lend a hand as the case may be.
Ruth
Leader: Troy Rogers in Room 102B
This women’s group meets to discuss the Bible, prayer needs, and missional involvement. Most of the women in this group are over 60 and are very active in the church and community. They utilize LifeWay Bible study lessons weekly.
Fidelis
Leader: Lucy Clark in Room 104A (McManus Hall)
This group is for women age 70 and up. The Fidelis group works through the LifeWay quarterly material, shares concerns and needs, and spends time in prayer.
Brotherhood
Leader: BC Long in Room 104 C (McManus Hall)
This group consists of men 65+, but they don’t show a sign of aging. They are easily the most rambunctious group at the church. They share coffee together as they study God’s word and reflect both on their own lives and the strength of God’s influence on them.
Dupree Class
Leader: Glen Ogle in Room 102 C
The 60+ crowd of this group meets to fellowship, pray, plan missional projects and study God’s word. This group uses LifeWay material to guide their Bible discussion and is open to any that would wish to participate.
Bob Reagan’s Class
Leader: Bob Reagan in Room 104 E/F
Bob's group is known for its friendliness to newcomers and its member care. They study LifeWay materials for their Bible discussions. This group is designed for both men and women - couples and singles ages 50-65.
Faith
Leader: Joyce Shorter in Room 102 D
This couples group is specifically designed for the 50-65 age group, although that is not strictly enforced. They share in a time of Bible teaching, discussion, prayer, and concern sharing. The goal is to continue to grow and mature in faith and to encourage others to join in that journey.
Men
Leader: Jay Britton in Room 200
This men’s group is for the 45+ crowd and is programmed to engage the spiritual development of its members. This group walks through books of the Bible.
Friendship
Leader: Doris Long in Room 201
This lively bunch of 65+ year old women joins together to pray and love one another. Using the LifeWay curriculum, their focus is on praying for the church and for Christ to be made known throughout the world.
Champions for Christ
Leader: Butch Williams in Room 202 A
God’s great salvation is for all, and so is this Bible discussion gathering. This group meets for encouragement and inspiration. Part of the regular agenda is for members to share what God is teaching them and how Christ has made a difference in their lives. They are about sharing life’s joys and pains, and also showing others how God can work in their lives too.
The Seeker’s Discussion Group
Leader: Hugh Cameron in Room 202 C
This group is made up of many different backgrounds and consists of both singles and couples. Their agenda is simple - study God’s word. They work through a designated book of the Bible, verse by verse, discussing its meaning and how it pertains to the group and all of humanity.
College/Military/Career
Leaders: Morgan and Denise Lewis in Room 221
The young adult crowd that is either military, college or out in the workforce (18–24) is engaged in this fun and Biblically stimulating group. They share food, Bible discussion and the recounting of the week’s events with care and humor.
Adult 3
Leader: Roger Moore in Room 205
This group began some 20 years ago as the young couples class and has now become the class whose kids have gone to college and beyond. The group studies and discusses life and scripture each week. They utilize the King James LifeWay curriculum for their preparation and discussion.
Celebrate Jesus
Leader: Beverly Gulledge in Room 203
This couples group spends their time on life application discussion of scripture study. The approximate age range is 40-55, which leads to many discussions of faith as this group experiences many of the same struggles in their life circumstances.
Singles
Leader: Jim Ketchum in Room 208
This group provides a place of connection for single adults. They encourage one another through Bible study to embrace their current status as singles along with building healthy relationships with God and others. You’re invited to join them each Sunday!
Amazing Grace
Leader: Gloria Williams in Room 209
The Amazing Grace group meets each week to share life's joys and to prepare to meet life's challenges. This is a women's group consisting of a broad range of ages (beginning about 45) that study and pray together.
New Balance
Leader: Cherie Williams in Room 204 C/D
This group is designed for married couples in their 20’s and 30’s with or without children. Focused on creating meaningful relationships, New Balance is devoted to caring for one another, partnering with each other for spiritual growth, and most of all, having a blast while doing it.
CAMO “Calling All Men Out”
Leader: Jamie Rowe in the Storage Building
This is not your normal Sunday morning class! This is a group of men who share a love for the outdoors—hunting, fishing, etc. They strive to be the men that God created them to be. They even meet in an unorthodox place - a metal storage building behind the church. Join them for interesting “nibblings” and a study of the Word of God.
Jim Sanders’ Class
Leader: Jim Sanders in Room 204 A/B
This is a new class that is excited about helping other new folks find a place to belong. Both couples and singles are welcome, normally in the age range of 50-70. They study and discuss God’s Word utilizing LifeWay curriculum.
11:00 classes
Love and Respect
Leader: Rick McBride in Room 202E/F
From the book Love and Respect by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs. A smiple message: A wife has one driving need - to feel loved. When that need is met, she is happy. A husband has one driving need - to feel respected. When that need is met, he is happy. When neither of these needs is met, things get crazy. Love and Respect reveals why spouses react negatively to each other, and how they can deal with such conflict quickly and biblically.
Book cost $15.00
Significance
Leader: Neil & Dee Scoggins in Room 119
This group is for our members and guests that have special needs. They meet for a time of Bible story, with lessons and activities that appropriately stimulate the mind and body.
Truth Seekers
Leader: OJ Papucci in Room 104 B (McManus Hall)
This class is designed for those who want to simply study the Bible. OJ is a great Bible teacher that walks through passages verse by verse to give clear understanding along with opening discussion to group members.
Adventurers
Leader: Jaline Dupree in Room 104C
The age range for this group begins about 40 and goes up or down from there (mostly up). They consist of men and women from various backgrounds, many who have been in church for a long time and others who are reconnecting with church. They meet for prayer, concern sharing, and Bible study.
Elevate
Leader: David Lee in Room 104 E
This group is geared for those involved in the music ministry of Alice Drive, but is not limited to them. The content will be guided from materials regarding how to lead through music and worship. This group is also the shortest group, as it does not start until after the music at the 11:00 service has concluded.
Step By Step
Leader: Mark Songer in Room 202 A
Step by Step is a new group for married and single adults. There is no particular age range as anyone of any age is welcome. This is a great group if you enjoy meaningful conversation shaped through verse by verse study of the Bible.
FAITHWORKS
Leader: David Huggins in Room 203
This group is designed for both married and single adults (40s – 60s) who want to find their next step toward Jesus through Bible Study. By emphasizing friendship, prayer and class discussion – this group is great for newcomers to Alice Drive.
Ladies Group
Leaders: Missy Moore and Angie Spohn in Room 209
There are a few 20’s, a few 30’s, a few 40’s and a few others that are a part of this group. This group truly enjoys life and one another. If you are female and breathing, this group might be for you. These women share topical studies and Biblically specific discussions every week. They plan, pray and prepare for each week with the knowledge that they will join together with their friends again the next Sunday.
Journey
Leader: Judy Ferrell in Room 201
Life’s a journey…where are you headed? This class is designed to challenge participants to take their next step in the journey, wherever God is leading them. More specifically, it is for those who know Christ, have attended church for a while, but who haven’t found their “spot” yet. Travel, like life, offers both challenges and lots of fun, and this class will do the same. Join us for the trip. For men and women ages 35-55.
Misfits For Christ
Leader: Alan Bryan in Room 205
The vision of this group is to create an environment where people can realize what their next step toward Jesus is - and take it. We believe God plans to use this group as a birthing center for new believers, new servants, new leaders, and new groups. The group is a unique blend of people and is for all ages.
Exploring the Bible Class
Leaders: Robert & Lisa Hellams in Room 202 C/D
This new class is primarily directed at 30-55 year olds. They use Lifeway curriculum to facilitate discussion about the Bible.
Tuesday Nights
Hands and Feet Class
Leader: Alan Bryan in room 204A/B
This adult class is for those who are serving in the church on Sunday mornings and therefore do not have a chance to KNOW COMMUNITY. Alan will use the Explore The Bible literature from Lifeway to facilitate discussion on what God's Word has to say about our lives and relationships.