Small groups are a great way to explore topics and questions in Christianity while building closer connections with your church family.
Whether you are looking for a short-term dive into a particular topic or book of the Bible, or a long-term connection through an ongoing class, there is probably a small group to meet your needs.
If you don’t see one that’s a good match now, check back later as some small groups change seasonally.
Sundays
"That the World May Know" Israel Series ~ resumes in September
- 8:00 am & 9:30 am
- Coffee Shop
- Danny & Dianne Hill
- auroradhills@centurytel.net
Join us for this video series to experience the Bible in historical context. Teacher and historian Ray VanderLaan guides us through the land of the Bible, illuminating the historical, geographical and cultural context of Scripture. Appropriate for all age groups, this study will transform your understanding of God and challenge you to be a true follower of Jesus.
Although most attend every Sunday, you are welcome to join us whenever your schedule allows. Children and guests are always welcome.
So What?
- 11:00am
- Library
- Dave Schuur
- daveschuur@gmail.com
The “So What?” small group is a time to get together and talk about the sermon we just heard 1st service. We will dig into the message, share and discuss what key elements we took away from the message and how we can apply these to our daily lives. This will be a fun time of fellowship and learning together.
Women’s Discipleship
- Resumes September 22nd, 2019 – May 2020. Contact the office to sign up!
- 5:45 – 7:00pm
- Coffee Shop
- Jesse Hamberger
- midvalleycommunitychurch@gmail.com
To grow in our faith is a choice. You have to choose it, to want it. We need to be in relationship with others who also desire growth. Women’s Discipleship group is where women meet in small groups for the express purpose of applying Scripture to life in relational discipleship.
Mondays
REV+FLOW
- 5:15 – 6:15 PM
- Fellowship Hall
- Dale Eva
- dale.eva@me.com
REV+FLOW is a dynamic workout that’s easy on joints without compromising the intensity of your workout. REV+FLOW strengthens bodies and sculpts muscles through targeted, music-based movements and resistance training. Be challenged in new and unique ways through easy-to- follow movements and uplifting music. All fitness levels welcome!
Your first class is free. $3 per class or punch cards for 10 classes are available for $25.
Tuesdays
25 Questions God Asked
- 9:30 am
- July 9 – August 2019
- Library
- Darlene Clark
- 503.981.3723
Throughout the Old Testament, God asked specific people powerful questions that demanded a response. In the book “25 Questions God Asked: Discover the Answer that Will Change Your Life” by Mary Selzer, we will learn to whom God asked each question, why, and the ultimate response. This study becomes very current and personal when we apply that same question to ourselves. Participants will be challenged to search their own hearts for answers to these life-changing questions. The book is needed for this class and can be purchased at Connections.
REFIT®
- 4:00 pm
- Fellowship Hall
- Rebecca Rosas, Dale Eva, Eri Bauman
- 503.984.9547
REFIT® is a dance cardio class open to all ladies middle school aged+. We exist to build community through positive fitness and fun. We do a variety of clean (but we don’t sacrifice the fun!) songs and styles that are low to medium impact. All the dance moves are easy, and they can all be modified to fit. No previous dance skills are required.
Middle School Youth Group (H2)
- 6:30-8:30pm
- Coffee Shop
- Alex & Barbara Martushev
This is a great opportunity for middle school kids to have time to hang out and connect with others, kids and leaders alike.
Wednesdays
High School Youth Group
- 6:30-8:30pm
- Coffee Shop
- Christian Bohuslavizki
- At high school youth group, students enjoy time hanging out and connecting with other students and leaders. It is a full evening with game time, worship and Bible teaching. The goal is to help foster relationships, create a sense of community and provide students with a firm foundation for their faith.
Thursdays
REFIT®
- 4:00pm
- Fellowship Hall
- Rebecca Rosas
- 503.984.9547
REFIT® is a dance cardio class open to all ladies high school aged+. We exist to build community through positive fitness and fun. We do a variety of clean (but we don’t sacrifice the fun!) songs and styles that are low to medium impact. All the dance moves are easy, and they can all be modified to fit. No previous dance skills are required.
REV+FLOW
- 5:15-6:15 pm
- Fellowship Hall
- Dale Eva
- 661.964.8080
REV+FLOW is a dynamic workout that’s easy on joints without compromising the intensity of your workout. REV+FLOW strengthens bodies and sculpts muscles through targeted, music-based movements and resistance training. Be challenged in new and unique ways through easy-to-follow movements and uplifting music. All fitness levels welcome! Your first class is free, $3 per class or punch cards for 10 classes are available for $25.
No Excuse Mom®- Kid Friendly Mom's Workout
- 5:45 pm (please plan to check Facebook or text DJ first, to confirm where to meet up!)
- Fellowship Hall
- DJ Nichols
- 503.853.0885
Come join D.J. Nichols, former fitness instructor who loves to lead workouts and meet new people, for a kid friendly mom’s workout!
Everyone is welcome! Moms are encouraged to bring their kids if they want, and even incorporate them in the workouts. The most important thing is building community and relationships with each other.
We like to meet in parks when the weather permits, so keep updated here.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
- 1st Thursday of every month~ resumes in September!
- 5:30 pm
- Library
- Jan Kirk and Tina Foster
- 419.367.4754
The mission of the Prayer Shawl ministry is to gather those who desire to knit or crochet prayer shawls and to pray for those in need in our church family, our community and beyond. to provide tangible evidence of our prayers for them as they wrap up in their prayer shawl. To share the love of Jesus through the power of prayer.
Yarn kits and instructions are provided.
So What?
- 7:00 pm
- Woodburn
- Mark & Carol Jooste
- 503.449.9555
Please join us each Thursday night for tea, coffee and dessert as we get to know each other better and invite God’s Word deeper in our hearts and lives. We look forward to growing and encouraging each other as brothers and sisters in Christ by discussing God’s plans and purposes for us as we reflect on Sunday’s message together.
Basics of the Faith- Bilingual
- 6:30 pm
- MVCC Coffee Shop
- Pedro Espinoza
- 503.902.0609
We invite you to join us in the MVCC Coffee Shop on Thursday evenings as we discuss the basics of our Christian faith. This study is for new believers, for those looking for faith, or those interested in learning more about walking with Jesus.
Please feel free to invite friends and family.
Fridays
Studying the Word of God
- 6:00 am
- Tina’s home
- Melissa Wolfer & Tina Foster
- 503.313.0877
Join a small group of women to read the New Testament, following the Women’s Discipleship reading plan. The only materials required are a hot caffeinated beverage 🙂 and your Bible. You do not need to be a participant in the Women’s Discipleship ministry, you just need an open heart hear God’s voice speak to you through His Word.
Mid Valley Coffee Fellowship~ resumes in September
- 8:30-10:30am
- September – May of each year
- Coffee Shop
The Coffee Shop will be open and serving espresso drinks, treats and Longbottom black drip coffee every Friday morning. (All donations go toward Smile Train.) Please grab a friend you have been meaning to catch up with, stop in and enjoy the great atmosphere, bring some work you’ve been meaning to catch up on, bring your Bible and enjoy a quiet time… the possibilities are endless and we look forward to seeing you there!
Chronological Bible Study
- 10:00am
- Library
- Dan & Loreta Brubaker
- 503.981.9528
Have you ever wanted to read through the Bible in a year? Did you find that you lacked fellowship and encouragement from others along the way? This is a fascinating way to read through the Bible in one year, and interact with others who are reading it right along with you!
The Chronological Bible arranges the entire Biblical text—books, chapters, and even verses—in the order the events occurred. You will be blessed by God’s revelation as you develop the personal discipline to be in His Word regularly.
You will need to purchase a Chronological Bible if you plan to join this gathering.
‘Time Out’ Mom’s Group
- 10:00-12:00pm
- MVCC Preschool & Nursery classroom
- Dale Eva
- dale.eva@me.com
- Please check fb.me/mvcctimeout for summer meeting locations
We invite all moms, grandmas and moms-to-be to connect with other women in the journey of motherhood, and to connect with our kids if you’re interested in some time out with moms or with kids! This group is purposefully hosted at the tail end of the Mid Valley Coffee time… so grab your cup of coffee and head downstairs!
No Excuse Mom®- Kid Friendly Mom's Workout
-
- 10:30 am (please plan to check Facebook or text DJ first, to confirm where to meet up!)
- Fellowship Hall
- DJ Nichols
- 503.853.0885
Come join D.J. Nichols, former fitness instructor who loves to lead workouts and meet new people, for a kid friendly mom’s workout!
Everyone is welcome! Moms are encouraged to bring their kids if they want, and even incorporate them in the workouts. The most important thing is building community and relationships with each other.
We like to meet in parks when the weather permits, so keep updated here.
Saturdays
Men’s Discipleship
- resumes September 21, 2019 – May 2020. Contact the office to sign up!
- 7:15 – 8:45 am
- Coffee Shop
- Jesse Hamberger
- midvalleycommunitychurch@gmail.com
To grow in our faith is a choice. You have to choose it, to want it. We need to be in relationship with others who also desire growth. Men’s Discipleship group is where men meet in small groups for the express purpose of applying Scripture to life in relational discipleship. The only material needed is a Bible, as we read through the New Testament each year.
REFIT®
- 8:15 am
- Fellowship Hall
- Rebecca Rosas
- 503.984.9547
REFIT® is a dance cardio class open to all ladies high school aged+. We exist to build community through positive fitness and fun. We do a variety of clean (but we don’t sacrifice the fun!) songs and styles that are low to medium impact. All the dance moves are easy, and they can all be modified to fit. No previous dance skills are required.