Growth Groups

GROWTH GROUPS ARE AN INTEGRAL PART OF ALL THAT WE DO AT BRIDGEWAY CHURCH!


The mission statement of Bridgeway Church is, “Bringing people into life-changing relationships with Jesus Christ and each other.” Alongside our mission statement, one of our core values is “Authentic Community.” This simply means that no person should have to discover and engage in his or her own journey with God alone.


Growth Groups typically consist of about 10-15 people, and are a great way to meet others, make lasting friendships, grow in a relationship with God, and make a difference in the life of someone else. Growth Groups offer our best environment for ministry care, support, and connection. We encourage everyone to get involved in a Growth Group this season.


This fall season, most groups meet at the church, while others are offered in homes and via Zoom.


There are two ways you can sign up for a Growth Group:


1) You can sign up right here by scrolling below and reviewing our catalogue. Submit a form by clicking the "Sign Up" link below. 


2)  You can visit the Growth Group Information Table in the atrium, ask any questions you may have, and register there with assistance if needed.


(After registering, you will be contacted by your group leader with specific details.)


CONTACT:

Jessica Aviles
Growth Groups Director
Email | 813.907.1313

FALL 2026 Catalog

There are groups happening seven days a week!

We offer groups for men, women, singles, families and more. You can view our list of Fall groups below. 

Each group has its own individual “Sign Up” button.  Once you have reviewed this season’s group listings, simply select the group you would like to be a part of. You will be contacted by your group leader with specific details after registering.  


SCROLL DOWN BELOW TO VIEW OUR FULL 2026 FALL CATALOG

Sunday - Growth Groups

  • Growth GROUP: SUN 1 - International Growth Group

    Group Category: Open
    Study Material: The Book of Philippians
    Date/Time: 2nd & 4th Sundays @ 9:00am - 10:30am
    Group Leaders: Marcel & Yvette Fontin

    Childcare: Free Childcare Provided


    A gathering of many people from all walks of life and, different cultures from around the world including the USA, to study the Word of God, supported usually by interesting supplemental reading materials. This group also prays together and, for each other. We meet on 2nd and 4th Sundays.


    SUN 1 - Sign Up 

  • GROWTH GROUP: SUN 2 - FolloW

    "Learning to FOLLOW Jesus, One Step At A Time"

    Group Category: Open
    Topic: Foundational Principles of the Christian Faith
    Date/Time: 1st Sunday of the Month @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm
    Group Leader: Travis Moffitt

    Childcare: Free Childcare Provided


    In the FOLLOW class we will explore foundational Christian doctrines such as Prayer, The Bible, The Church and Evangelism. FOLLOW is for anyone new to faith or looking to gain a better understanding of these core pillars of Christianity. Whether you're new to Jesus or you've been walking with Him for many years, FOLLOW will help you walk with Him daily. We meet the first Sunday of each month for 4 months.



    SUN 2 - Sign Up 

  • GROWTH GROUP: SUN 3 - Basic Christian Doctrine

                                                       "Back to Basics"

    Group Category: Open
    Topic/Study Material: Christian Beliefs / Basic Christian Doctrine Ozark College
    Date/Time:  Sundays @ 6:00pm - 7:00pm

    Group Leaders: Richard & Susanne Bolt

    Childcare: Free Childcare Provided


    Not every believer needs or wants to go to seminary, but there are some basic foundational teachings that every believer should know. If you are a new believer or a seasoned believer seeking a deeper understanding of the basics of faith, this group will explore them together. Building our faith on a solid foundation is an important part of our growth as followers of Jesus.



    SUN 3 - Sign Up 

  • GROWTH GROUP: SUN 4 - Divorce Care

    Group Category: Open
    Study Material:  DivorceCare Book curriculum
    Date/Time: Sundays @ 6:00pm - 7:30pm
    Group Leaders: Julie Hoffman

    Childcare: Free Childcare Provided


    Divorce is a terrible and life-changing event.  Divorce Care is offered to help men and women manage the stress of divorce and to embark on a journey of healing. The growth group follows a nationally recognized curriculum that covers a variety of topics, including deep hurt, grief/depression, loneliness, forgiveness, and hope.  Each session involves watching a video followed by a group discussion.  There is also the opportunity to meet others in a similar situation and to benefit from the support that comes from that community.



    SUN 4 - Sign Up 

  • GROWTH GROUP: SUN 5 - Practicing The Way

                "A focus on Prayer, Service, and Generosity"

    Group Category:  Young Families
    Study Material:  Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer
    Date/Time: Sunday @ 6:00pm - 7:30pm
    Group Leaders:  Tyler & Audrey Mrowiec; Daulton & Sarah Capps

    Childcare: Free Childcare Provided


    This semester, we are studying "Practicing The Way" by John Mark Comer by taking a deeper dive into the practices of prayer, service, and generosity. We will be utilizing video teachings from John Mark Comer which we will ask that members watch prior to coming to group on Sunday nights. If you have an interest in diving into what it means to apprentice to Jesus and you're looking for a strong community of like-minded young families then this is the group for you.


    SUN 5 - Sign Up 

  • GROWTH GROUP: SUN 6 - MARRIED AND ENGAGED

                                               "Vertical Marriage"

    Group Category:  Married/Engaged
    Study Material: The Vertical Marriage - Right Now Media
    Date/Time:  Sundays @ 7:00pm - 8:15pm

    Location: Virtual Meeting (ZOOM)

    Group Leaders: Andrew & Melanie Lutz; Alan & Lynda Draffin


    Vertical Marriage - The One Secret That Will Change Your Marriage! The Married and Engaged Couples Growth Group will meet six consecutive Sunday evenings this fall via Zoom to discuss the Vertical Marriage by authors Dave and Ann Wilson (with John Driver). In this series offered on RightNow Media, the Wilsons, through their unique perspectives will share their hilarious, yet poignant journey to reconnecting with God and each other. They share insight, applications, inspiration and the biblical principles that ensure a strong marriage and will help you build a Christ-first relationship that can transform your marriage into everything that you hoped it would be!


    SUN 6 - Sign Up 

Monday - Growth Groups

  • GROWTH GROUP: MON 1 - Young Adults 18-32
                                  "For Single, Dating or Engaged"

    Group Category: Young Adults
    Topic: Single.Dating.Engaged.Married By Ben Stuart
    Date/Time: 1st & 3rd Mondays @ 7:00pm - 8:30pm
    Group Leader: Penny Unmisig

    Childcare: Free Childcare Provided

    In a society where everyone is supposedly more connected, why do people feel so lonely? Even as marriage rates decline, recent studies find the overwhelming majority of people still hope to get married. But how can you navigate life and love in this disconnected culture? This Bible study will help you chart a course through four relational stages: singleness, dating, engagement, and marriage. Learn to embrace God’s design and live out His purpose for each stage of your life. We will also have a few weeks built in for connection and do some fun activities!



    MON 1 - Sign UP 

  • GROWTH GROUP: MON 2 - The Revelation

                             "A Two semester Bible study"

    Group Category: Open
    Study Material: The Revelation / Bible study
    Date/Time:  Mondays @ 7:00pm - 8:30pm
    Group Leader: Donna Stansell

    Childcare: Free Childcare Provided

     

    This will be a two semester study of the book of The Revelation, a book which promises blessing to those who read it aloud, hear it and take it to heart because the time is near.

     


    MON 2 - Sign UP 

  • GROWTH GROUP: MON 3 - The Angel of the Lord

    Group Category: Open                                                                                         
    Topic: The Pre-Incarnate Jesus Christ of the Old Testament (Book)
    Date/Time: Mondays @ 7:00pm - 8:30pm
    Group Leader: Don Mayberry

    Childcare: Free Childcare Provided


    In the early books of the Old Testament the mysterious "Angel of the Lord" repeatedly appears to the patriarchs, to Moses, and to the Prophets. But who is this angel? Let us prepare for a journey into the Old Testament, discovering through the scriptures who Jacob wrestled? Who led the Hebrew nation through the desert? Who spoke to Moses from the burning bush? And Who spoke with Abraham, concerning the Judgment of Sodom and Gomorrah? This is a journey you've read about, now experience it at another level. We're going to be using the book written by Matt Foreman and Doug Van Dorn, entitled "The Angel of the Lord" and the Bible. Please join me on this short journey.


    MON 3 - Sign Up 

  • GROWTH GROUP: MON 4 - Monday Evening Bible StudY

    Group Category: Women
    Topic:  Spiritual Warfare
    Date/Time: Mondays @ 7:00pm - 8:30pm
    Group Leader: Ronda Mayberry

    Childcare: Free Childcare Provided


    The Bible has much to say about the temptations and struggles we face day by day. We will walk through nine passages of Scripture to learn who the real enemy is, the plan of attack and how to defend ourselves through the power of Christ. We will recieve a clear understandings of spiritual warfare and learn how to take hold of God-given sources of power, assurance, and strength through the scriptures in the Old and New Testaments. Zoom attendance available for those who cannot meet in-building.


    MON 4 - Sign UP 

  • GROWTH GROUP: MON 5 -  Couples Study : Book Of Hebrews

                                         "Christ- Perfect Sacrifice, Perfect Priest"

    Group Category: Couples
    Topic: Bible Study
    Date/Time: Mondays @ 7:00pm - 8:30pm
    Group Leader:  Rob &  Cora Young

    Childcare: Free Childcare Provided


    Join us for our Couples Bible Study as we explore the book of Hebrews through John MacArthur's study. Hebrews helps us see the supremacy of Christ, strengthens our faith, and encourages us to persevere in our walk with Him. Come grow in God's Word, deepen your relationship with Christ, and enjoy meaningful fellowship with other couples.


    MON 5 - Sign UP 

TUesday - Growth Groups

  • GROWTH GROUP: TUES 1 - GriefShare

    "Helping Others Through The Loss of A Loved One"

    Group Category: Open

    Study Material: GriefShare Curriculum
    Date/Time: Tuesdays @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm

    Group Leader: Dr. Bethany Dixon & Pastor Travis Moffitt

    Childcare: Free Childcare Provided


    GriefShare is a loving community built to help each other as we process the loss of a loved one. Anyone who has lost a loved one recently or many years ago is welcome to come.


    TUES 1 - Sign Up 

  • GROWTH GROUP: TUES 2 - Second Corinthians

    Group Category: Open
    Study Material: 2 Corinthians
    Date/Time: Tuesdays @ 6:30pm - 8:30pm

    Group Leaders: Fred & Christine Holt

    Childcare: Free Childcare Provided

    Each Tuesday from 6:30-7:00 PM, we start with fellowship, food, and a time to connect with others in our group. 7:00-8:30 PM, we have an in-depth study of 2 Corinthians, sharing insights, asking questions, and learning what the text is revealing about God. Participants only need to bring their Bibles. Note: It is not necessary to have read 1 Corinthians to join this group.  Join us as we study the Word of God, fellowship in and out of the church, pray together, and enjoy a group of church friends who do life together.


    TUES 2 - Sign UP 

  • GROWTH GROUP: TUES 3 - Against the Devil's Schemes

                           "Spiritual Warfare in The Screwtape Letters"

    Group Category: Open

    Topic: C.S. Lewis, The Screwtape Letters
    Date/Time: Tuesdays @ 7:00pm - 8:30pm

    Group Leader: Joe Bray

    Childcare: Free Childcare Provided


    The Bible tells us: "Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes" (Ephesians 6:11). C.S. Lewis's little book offers us an entertaining and insightful look at how those schemes play out in normal, everyday life for believers. We will identify the temptations that come our way daily - and how to triumph over them with God's help.

    TUES 3 - Sign Up 

  • GROWTH GROUP: TUES 4 - Alpha New Believers Group

    Group Category: New Believers

    Topic: Introduction to the faith
    Date/Time: Tuesdays @ 6:30pm - 8:00pm

    Group Leader: Fernando Rojas & Janet Hernandez-Rojas

    Childcare: Free Childcare Provided


    Our New Believers Bible Study is designed to help you build a strong biblical foundation by discovering who Jesus Christ is, His deity, and the truth of the Trinity; Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God in three Persons. Together, we will learn why the Bible is God’s inspired and authoritative Word, providing truth, guidance, and wisdom for every believer. We will also explore the importance of the local church as a community where believers worship, grow spiritually, and serve together. Finally, we will examine the significance of water baptism as an act of obedience and a public declaration of faith in Jesus Christ.

    TUES 4 - Sign Up 

  • GROWTH GROUP: TUES 5 - FAmily Life group

                                    "Doing life Together"

    Group Category: Families

    Topic: Sermon discussion, application, and prayer.

    Date/Time: Tuesdays @ 6:00pm - 8:15pm

    Location: Home Hosted

    Group Leader: George & Ciara Soto


    Our group is dedicated to the application of Acts 2:42: "They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer." We do this by purposely setting time aside from our busy lives to meet weekly and share a meal together, while discussing the sermon and how to apply it to daily life and praying for one another.


    TUES 5 - Sign Up 

Wednesday - Growth Groups

  • GROWTH GROUP: WED 1 -Women's Bible Topics

    Group Category: Women
    Topic:  Bible
    Date/Time: Wednesdays @ 10:00am - 12:00pm

    Group Leaders: Jennifer Hernandez & Dawn Carl


    The best way to change your life is opening God's Word. Another great way to change your life is opening God's Word with friends. Join us as we walk through different topics that are relevant for living a life committed to Jesus.


    wed 1 - Sign up 

  • GROWTH GROUP: WED 2 - Hidden Wounds

          "Healing the Hurt You Didn't Know Was There"

    Group Category: Women

    Study Material: Bible
    Date/Time: Wednesdays @ 7:00pm - 8:30pm

    Group Leader: Beverley Latibeaudiere


    This Bible study is to help women discover how unseen emotional and spiritual wounds can shape their thoughts, relationships, and faith. Through Scripture, we'll explore rejection, identity, forgiveness, healing, and freedom, uncovering the root causes behind unhealthy patterns and replacing lies with God's truth. Our goal is for every woman to experience Christ's healing, embrace her identity as His beloved daughter, and grow in lasting freedom.

    WED 2 - Sign Up

  • GROWTH GROUP: WED 3 - The Heart of the Caregiver

                      "Learning to care for ourselves and others well"

    Group Category: Caregivers
    Topic: Caregiving / Bible Study
    Date/Time: Wednesdays @ 6:30pm - 8:00pm

    Group Leaders: Melissa Graham


    Caregiving is one of life's greatest acts of love, but it can also be one of its greatest challenges. If you are caring for someone with exceptional needs, you know the emotional, physical, and spiritual demands can feel overwhelming. The Heart of the Caregiver™ is a 10-week Bible study designed to refresh your heart and anchor your soul in God's promises. Through Scripture, guided reflection, journaling, meaningful conversation, and prayer, you'll find encouragement, community, and a renewed perspective. Come discover the hope, strength, and peace that only Christ can provide as you learn to see yourself, your loved one, and your journey through the light of His unfailing love. Zoom attendance available for caregivers who cannot meet in-building.


    wed 3 - Sign up 

  • GROWTH GROUP: WED 4 - "Seconds, Please!"

    Group Category: Women
    Topic:  Sunday's Message
    Date/Time: Wednesday @ 7:00pm - 8:30pm
    Location: Home Hosted (Wesley Chapel)
    Group Leader:  Ginger Sciame


    Serving up a second helping of the message from Sunday. Review and discussion of what the Lord highlighted to you, any questions or insights the message brought, and how to apply the Word given to our lives. Praying for each other and building relationships between the ladies of Bridgeway.


    wed 4 - Sign up 


  • GROWTH GROUP: WED 5 - KINGSMeN

                          "Becoming like Jesus"

    Group Category: Men
    Topic: Heroes of Scripture: Lessons for Godly Men
    Date/Time: Wednesdays @ 7:00pm - 8:30pm

    Group Leaders: Paul Groomes & Elliot Johns


    Join us as we explore the lives of Scripture's great men of faith—individuals whose courage, conviction, and obedience helped shape biblical history. Each week, we'll examine a different man, considering his words, his choices, his successes, and even his failures. Together, we'll discover the timeless truths their lives reveal about faith, character, leadership, and what it means to walk faithfully with the Lord today.


    wed 5 - Sign up 

  • GROWTH GROUP: WED 6 - Love Her Well

    "Find Joy & Connection with Your Teenage Daughter"

    Group Category: Mothers of Teen Girls
    Topic: Book, Bible and Reflection Questions
    Date/Time: Wednesdays @ 6:30pm - 8:00pm

    Group Leaders: Christy Koelndorfer


    Love Her Well is about a mom's journey, doing the heart-work necessary to love a teenager daughter while still being a steady, supportive parent. Author, blogger, and mom to four daughters Kari Kampakis gives mothers hope, wisdom, and a reminder that all things are possible through God, who is the source of the guidance and clarity they need in order to grow strong relationships with their daughters at every age - especially during the critical teen years. Through this study mothers will learn to parent their teenage daughter with a spirit of strength and not from a posture of defeat.


    wed 6 - Sign up 


THursday - Growth Groups

  • GROWTH GROUP: THURS 1 - Thursday Morning Bible Study

    Group Category: Open
    Topic: Fruit of the Spirit- Life Guide Series + more
    Date/Time: Thursdays @ 10:00am - 11:30am

    Group Leader: Ronda Mayberry


    Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, and self-control. To be spiritually mature is to show the fruit of the Spirit of Christ in our lives. We will study these attributes in the Old and New Testement, highlighting each quality and encouraging us to nurture the Spirit's fruit in our daily lives.


    THURs 1 - Sign Up 

  • GROWTH GROUP: THURS 2 - Intercessory Prayer

    Group Category: Open
    Topic/Study Material: Intercessory Prayer
    Date/Time: Thursdays @ 10:00am - 12:00pm

    Group Leader(s): Jerri Caines, Cindy Tice & Beverlie McDonald


    Our focus is intercessory prayer for our nation, our church and our friends and family. We also share in praise and worship as well as Bible study weekly. Monthly lunches and fellowship is always a highlight. Everyone is welcome to join us.


    Thurs 2 - Sign UP 

  • GROWTH GROUP: THURS 3 - Celebrate Recovery

    Group Category: Open (18+)
    Topic: Recovery to all addiction
    Date/Time: Thursdays @ 7:00pm - 9:00pm
    Group Leaders: Garry Kessler


    Celebrate Recovery is a biblical and balanced program that helps us overcome our hurts, habits, and hang-ups by showing the loving power of Jesus Christ through a recovery process. It is a safe place to find community & freedom from the issues that are controlling our lives. Celebrate Recovery is in over 35,000 churches worldwide! If you really desire support, true life-change, and empowerment to become all you were meant to be, this is the group for you!



    THURS 3 - Sign UP 

  • GROWTH GROUP: THURS 4 - American History

                                         "A Christian Perspective"

    Group Category: Open
    Topic: A Christian Perspective on American History

    Date/Time: Thursdays @ 7:00pm - 8:30pm

    Group Leaders: George Mayer


    We will learn about American history with a focus on the Christian faith as found in documents, quotes and lives of a variety of Americans throughout our history.


    THURS 4 - Sign UP 

  • GROWTH GROUP: THURS 5 - Warriors

         "Growing in Christ. Fighting for Legacy."

    Group Category: Men
    Topic: Unmasked: Movie Moments and the Battles Men Face
    Date/Time: Thursdays @ 7:00pm - 8:30pm

    Group Leaders: Todd Woodfill


    Unmasked: Movie Moments and the Battles Men Face is a 12-week men’s Bible study using powerful scenes from popular movies to confront the battles men face but rarely talk about. This isn’t about masks, fake answers, or surface-level faith. We’ll get honest about passivity, pride, lust, shame, isolation, wounds, marriage, fatherhood, forgiveness, and purpose while grounding every conversation in Scripture. Each week will challenge men to stop hiding, fight temptation, lead their homes, build real brotherhood, and live on mission. If you’re ready to be real, be sharpened, and become the man God is calling you to be, this group is for you.


    THURS 5 - Sign UP 

friday - Growth Groups

  • GROWTH GROUP: FRI 1 - Men's Bible Study

    Group Category: Men
    Topic: The Gospel of Luke
    Date/Time: Fridays @ 7:00am - 8:00am
    Group Leaders: Pastor Bob Jonsson, Bill Wholley,  Dan Nash


    On Friday mornings a group of men gather for an hour to talk about our lives and challenges and dig into the Bible for inspiration and wisdom. Our focus this fall will be on the Gospel of Luke and Jesus' care, compassion and welcoming of sinners and outcasts. Come join us and be challenged and transformed by the Word as well as by the fellowship with brothers in Christ.


    FRI 1 - Sign Up 

  • GROWTH GROUP: FRI 2 - Prayer Shawl Ministry

    Group Category: Open
    Topic: Crochet/Knit
    Date/Time: 2nd & 4th Fridays @ 10:00am - 11:30am
    Group Leader: Pamela Brown & Alesha Irwin


    Bridgeway's Prayer Shawl Ministry is designed to share God's healing touch and comforting spirit through a crocheted or knitted blanket or shawl. Each is made by faith-filled people that love the Lord and have prayed over each stitch as they are constructed. These items represent Jesus' loving arms enveloping the recipient in warmth, comfort, healing and peace. If you would like to be part of this amazing ministry but do not know how to crochet or knit, we have people who are willing to teach you. Come join us and see how God is working through this special ministry in our church and beyond.


    fri 2 - Sign Up 

  • GROUP ID: FRI 3 - JUST OLDER YOUTH - “JOY”

    Group Category: Open (ages 55+)
    Topic: Bible Study, Fellowship, and Food

    Date/Time: 1st and 3rd Fridays @ 11:00am-12:30pm
    Group Leaders: Pastor Bob & Nancy Jonsson; Larry & Lois Quinn


    If you are 55 years or older and looking for fellowship, you will love Bridgeway's JOY ( Just Older Youth) ministry! We meet on the first and third Fridays of the month at church at 11am for laughter, inspiration, worship, connections, friendship and a delicious lunch. Come join us!

     

    fri 3 - Sign Up 

  • GROUP ID: FRI 4 - God Loves Our Widows

                                                  "G.L.O.W."

    Group Category: Women (Widows)

    Topic: Supporting Widows

    Date/Time: 4th Fridays @ 12:00pm - 1:30pm

    Group Leaders: Jerri Caines & Jane Condrey


    Our focus is revealed in our name, GLOW, which stands for God Loves Our Widows. Our objectives are to reach all of our church widows, sharing concerns, offering encouragement, fellowship, and help with spiritual and emotional needs. We meet on the 4th Friday of each month.


    fri 4 - Sign UP 

saturday - Growth Groups

  • GROWTH GROUP: SAT 1 - Studying the Gospel in Genesis

    Group Category: Men
    Study Material: The Book of Genesis
    Date/Time: Saturdays @ 8:00am - 9:30am

    Group Leaders: Sung Hoon Park


    We will continue our in-depth study of Genesis to see God's plan for the Gospel laid out from the calling of Abraham to the covenants made with Isaac and Jacob. We are looking for men who want to study God's word deeper than the surface story.

    SAT 1 - Sign Up