LIFE Groups
LIFE Group #1 Authentic Manhood
Group Leader:Chris Barton, Dusty Harrison
When:Weekly on Sunday at 9:45 am
Where:ALIVE Room 203
Description:Join us as we discuss authentic manhood in light of God’s word and lift each other up to live out the lives God desires for us. Max: 18
LIFE Group #2 Men's Group
Group Leader:Don Schaupp
When:Weekly on Monday at 6:45 pm
Where:The Potter's Place
Description:Join other men in this Bible study as they dive into scripture and apply it to their lives. This group will meet together to study, pray, and challenge one another to grow. The sermon notes will be the springboard for each week's discussion and different members of the group will lead. Group activities include at least one cookout and service project
LIFE Group #3 Foster and Forever Family
Group Leader:Amy Turner, Joey Turner
When:Weekly on Wednesday at 6:30 pm
Where:ALIVE Room 202
Description:This group will meet weekly to share and learn from one another about the journey families take when they foster and adopt. Topics will range from how to deal with our children’s questions about their birth parents, behavior issues, nutrition, and anything else that group participants need. Participants split the costs of childcare. Max: 20
LIFE Group #4 Sermon Discussion Group
Group Leader:Jennifer Trotter, Michael Trotter
When:Weekly on Wednesday at 6:30 pm
Where:ALIVE Room 204
Description:Join us for weekly sermon discussions mixed with prayer, laughter, and support. We also look for opportunities to serve and spend time together outside of church. Max: 14
LIFE Group #5 Ladies' Support Group
Group Leader:Jan Box
When:Weekly on Monday at 6:30 pm
Where:Central
Description:Are you a woman suffering from a chronic “invisible” illness, like arthritis, MS, lupus, fibromyalgia, migraines, etc.? Do you feel like daily pain and suffering are behind your smile? Join us as we study together, find encouragement, build a solid foundation for hope, and apply proven strategies, for handling chronic illness with humor along the way. We’ll explore what God’s Word says about suffering and discover the many ways He will love, support, and strengthen us. Max: 15
LIFE Group #6 College Group Chi Alpha
Group Leader:Joe Holloway
When:Weekly on Thursday at 5:30 pm
Where:SWU Dining Commons
Description:This group is a prayer and discipleship community, designed to encourage and equip students and faculty to impact their campus. We'll hang out, learn about Jesus, and do life together. Contact Joe Holloway for more details chialphajoe@gmail.com.
LIFE Group #29
Group Leader:Kathy Beck, Tom Beck
When:Weekly on Thursday at 6:30 pm
Where:Keowee Key Area
Description:We are a new LIFE group open to both singles and couples, meeting every other Thursday in homes in the Keowee Key area. We are here to support each other, not fix each other. Romans 12:2 says, "Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer? Call Tom or Kathy Beck at 864-376-3779 if you are interested in learning more.
Study Groups
Sunday
Study Group #8 Sermon Discussion
Group Leader:Diane Mann
When:Weekly on Sunday at 6:30 pm
Where:ALIVE Room 202
Description:Join this group as we get together to talk about Sunday’s messages and build relationships. We will begin this group by digging deeper into the sermons and discuss life applications. Future studies will be determined by the group consensus. Childcare may be arranged if needed. Max: 16
Study Group #12 Friendship Bible Study
Group Leader:Gloria Bell
When:Weekly on Sunday at 11:15 am
Where:ALIVE Room 201
Description:Join Dr. Gloria Bell, former SWU English Professor, and a great group of folks for an in-depth Bible study. Using a curriculum designed specifically for adults, this study includes a weekly lesson with thought-provoking questions, which will prepare you for Sunday morning discussion. Come be challenged as you dig deeper into God’s word.
Study Group #13 Sunday Bible Study
Group Leader:Charlene McClellan, Mike McClellan, Renee Watson
When:Weekly on Sunday at 10:00 am
Where:ALIVE Room 203
Description:If you want a Bible study with both wit and depth, this group is for you. Using a curriculum designed specifically for adults, this study includes a weekly lesson with thought-provoking questions. Through study and discussion, this group will dig deeper into God’s word and discover how it applies to everyday life.
Study Group #14 Bible Study
Group Leader:Mark Davidson
When:Weekly on Sunday at 11:15 am
Where:ALIVE Room 203
Description:Join this group of men as they discuss an in-depth Bible study. Using a curriculum designed specifically for adults, this study includes a weekly lesson with thought-provoking questions, which will prepare you for Sunday morning discussion. Come be challenged as you dig deeper into God’s word.
Study Group #15 Bible Study Acts Class
Group Leader:Pam Schmutz, Robert Black
When:Weekly on Sunday at 11:15 am
Where:ALIVE Chapel
Description:This Bible study has one foot in the scripture and the other in contemporary life, all in the environment of a caring group of people committed to following Christ. That’s the ACTS class, led by Southern Wesleyan University Professor Emeritus Dr. Bob Black. Using a curriculum designed specifically for adults, this study includes a weekly lesson with thought-provoking questions.Pam Schmutz serves as a coordinator for the group.
Monday
Study Group #29 Celebrate Recovery
Group Leader:Joey Turner
When:Weekly on Monday at 6:30 pm
Where:111 Hillcrest Drive
Description:The purpose of this group is to celebrate God’s healing power in our lives through the eight recovery principles found in the Beatitudes and Christ-centered 12 steps. In this group, we will share experiences, victories, and hopes with one another and practice accepting God’s grace in solving our life’s hurts, habits, and hang-ups. In this group we will grow spiritually and find freedom from our addictive, compulsive, or dysfunctional behavior. Come early and enjoy a meal together at 5:30 pm.
Wednesday
Study Group #31 Sermon Discussion
Group Leader:Ashley Perry, Ben Touchberry, Chad Perry, Heather Touchberry
When:Weekly on Wednesday at 5:30 am - 7:00 am
Where:Clemson
Description:Join this group of young families and young adults as we we get together to talk about Sunday’s messages and build relationships. We will begin this group by digging deeper into the sermons and discuss life applications. The group will work together to arrange limited childcare. Max:10
Thursday
Study Group #7 Deep Dive into the Bible
Group Leader:Elizabeth Hodges, Larry Hodges
When:Weekly on Thursday at 6:30 pm
Where:Clemson
Description:College graduate students and young adults meet weekly for dinner together and an in-depth Bible study at the home of Larry and Elizabeth Hodges. This spring we will be studying the book of Proverbs, one of the wisdom books in the Old Testament. Proverbs presents a practical understanding of how to live a successful life based on our commitment to God.
Study Group #9 Ladies' Book Study
Group Leader:Caroline Davis
When:Weekly on Thursday at 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Where:Seneca
Description:Words are powerful. Especially the words women speak to themselves. All too often, what they say to themselves when they lie in bed at night or look in the mirror in the morning is not even close to the words God wants them to speak to their souls. Join us for this 7-week study as we dig into Me, Myself, and Lies: A Thought Closet Makeover by Jennifer Rothschild.
Study Group #10 Ladies' Bible Study
Group Leader:Alba Hayes, Pam Fipps
When:Weekly on Thursday at 9:30 am
Where:ALIVE Room 203
Description:Join us for as we dig into the Old Testament study using The Epic of Eden Video Study. In this study Dr. Sandra Richter clearly and powerfully communicates a history of God’s redeeming grace, weaving together a story that runs from the Eden of the Garden to the garden of the New Jerusalem. There will be a workbook with homework including Scripture memorization! We may break out into smaller groups for discussion. Max:28
Study Group #11 Moms Group
Group Leader:Dana Connor
When:Weekly on Thursday at 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Where:ALIVE
Description:Join this group of moms as we grow, learn, and encourage each other. We'll study Eugene Peterson's book A Long Obedience in the Same Direction. In this study of Psalms 120-134 we will discover encouragement for modern pilgrims as we grow in worship, service, joy, work, happiness, humility, community and blessing. The group will work together to plan and pay for childcare. We will meet weekly on Thursdays and also plan a few group outings for outreach, a Moms Night Out etc. Max:14
Study Group #32 Book Study
Group Leader:Jerry Owen, Jill White, Judy Owen, Larry White
When:Weekly on Thursday at 6:30 pm
Where:Seneca
Description:Join us as we study the Circle Maker together. We will have meals each week and enjoy fellowship together. Max: 12
Rec and Serve Groups
Rec/Serve Group #16 Funeral Dinner Group
Group Leader:Mary Beth Peurifoy, Sonnie Andrews
When:TBA
Where:ALIVE
Description:Would you like to serve others through your cooking and baking abilities? This group works together to provide funeral dinners for grieving families at ALIVE. Opportunities arise on an as-needed basis, and group members will be asked to make a dish or two at various times throughout the semester. Sign-up to be a part of this compassionate group and to serve through cooking. This group will meet once or twice for an organizational meeting and fellowship but does not gather on a regular basis.
Rec/Serve Group #17 Sonshine Ministry
Group Leader:Carrie Benoit, Bob Benoit
When:Weekly on Saturday at 10:00 am
Where:Six Mile
Description:Sign up and serve the needs of an often forgotten and neglected group of people, those living in nursing homes. No special skills are required, only your availability, and Bob and Carrie will guide you in ministering to those wonderful but often lonely people. As you serve them and reach out to them, you will soon become the highlight of their week.
Rec/Serve Group #18 Adopt A Senior
Group Leader:Carrie Benoit, Bob Benoit
When:Monthly
Where:Six Mile
Description:Join with others to adopt senior adults in a local retirement center. At least once a month, you’ll visit your adoptive senior adult at a time agreed upon by you and the senior adult. No special skills required, only your availability, and Bob and Carrie will guide you in ministering to these wonderful but often lonely people. As you serve them and reach out to them, you will soon become a highlight to them each month.
Rec/Serve Group #19 Little Dresses
Group Leader:Jeanette Childs
When:TBA
Where:ALIVE
Description:Our goal is to bless young girls across the world with a brand new dress and the message of the Gospel. Group members sew dresses at home using a simple design.We then collect and send out dresses as a tangible message to a girl that she is loved by God and someone at ALIVE. We will meet together as a group two or three times throughout the semester. Also, we will schedule two evenings of "Sew-ins" this semester. Times and dates will be sent out in email messages to those signed up.
Rec/Serve Group #20 Traditional Choir
Group Leader:Amy Gregory
When:Sundays at 10am service, 5pm practices
Where:Chapel at ALIVE
Description:If you enjoy making a joyful noise to the Lord while serving with others, you have a place in the choir! The choir meets together throughout the year to prepare various special musical selections for our Sunday morning traditional worship service. Experience community with other who share your interest in creating meaningful music!
Rec/Serve Group #21 Bouquet Group Funeral Flowers
Group Leader:Karin Kirby
When:TBA
Where:ALIVE
Description:Would you like to serve others through flower arranging? This group works together to provide bouquets for funeral dinners for grieving families at ALIVE. Opportunities arise on an as-needed basis, and group members will be asked to bring cut flowers or greenery to add to arrangements. Sign-up to be a part of this creative group and to learn together, designing in season bouquets. This group will meet for an organizational meeting and fellowship but does not gather on a regular basis
Rec/Serve Group #22 Prayer Group
Group Leader:Justine Tegen, Lisa Harding
When:Weekly on Sunday at 8:30 am
Where:ALIVE Room 203
Description:This group will meet together each Sunday morning to pray for the services, the ministries of ALIVE, our church leaders, and the community. If you have a heart for prayer and a desire to see God move our church, come be a part!
Rec/Serve #23 Group Moms in Prayer
Group Leader:Christin Harrison
When:One Saturday a Month
Where:ALIVE
Description:As the school year gets under way, replace your cares and worries with peace and hope by praying with other moms. Moms in Prayer helps women gather to pray scripturally and specifically for our children and schools. Moms in Prayer invites you to have a profound impact on your children and their schools, from preschool to young adults. Entire communities are transformed when moms gather to pray to the One who can change a human heart.
Rec/Serve Group #24 Bible Journaling
Group Leader:Anna Wallace
When:Weekly on Tuesday at 6:00 pm
Where:ALIVE Room 203
Description:I would love to invite you to join a Bible journaling class. Bible journaling is an expressive, artistic way to study and connect with God's Word. The art you create becomes a visual representation of how you are growing in your faith journey. From my experience Bible journaling, I've discovered that there is no wrong way to create what God is writing on your heart through His Word. Come and join us to learn God's Word in an artistic way. Max:15
Rec/Serve Group #25 Trout Fishing
Group Leader:Robin Bryant
When:TBA
Where:Various Locations
Description:If you love fishing and you love the outdoors this group is for you. Join us as we get together to fish, talk, and enjoy nature together. We will plan several outings throughout the year.
Rec/Serve Group #26 Horseback Riding
Group Leader:Amber Dobson, Ben Dobson
When:Sunday Afternoons
Where:Various Locations
Description:If you love spending time with others, getting outdoors, and trail riding, join this group. We'll get together periodically throughout the fall to get to know each other and ride together. Bring your own horse and join us as we ride. If you have questions or want to know more contact Ben Dobson at 864-633-9252.
FLE Groups
FLE Group #27 Financial Group
Group Leader:Wanda Cody, Bill Cody
When:Weekly on Sunday at 5:30 pm
Where:ALIVE
Description:Everyone wants their dreams to come true but they are often blocked by financial challenges. This study will help you truly win with money and experience a fully funded life. Using a step-by-step plan we’ll gain control of our finances. Join us as we dig into this study. Max: 16
FLE Group #28 INVESTING FOR RETIREMENT
Group Leader:Jim Schmutz
When:Weekly on Monday at 6:30 pm
Where:ALIVE
Description:Designed for those whose job does not include a retirement program or those who want to supplement their retirement program. Meets for 3 weeks, then if you feel you need help in setting up your program, you will get individual help. Max: 10