"They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread, and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and signs were being performed through the apostles. Now all the believers were together and held all things in common. They sold their possessions and property and distributed the proceeds to all, as any had need. Every day they devoted themselves to meeting together in the temple, and broke bread from house to house. They ate their food with joyful and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. Every day the Lord added to their number those who were being saved."
Acts 2:42-47 (CSB)
We see an amazing picture of learning, fellowship, community, and prayer in the book of Acts. Our Sunday Morning Bible Studies ("Grow Groups") are an excellent first step into this community that we see within the early church. Grow Groups are a connection point for individuals in similar seasons of life, and we strive to connect everyone with a Grow Group that is a great fit to be a part of the Hyde Park community.
Home groups are organized as smaller groups within Grow Groups, making Grow Groups an ideal connection point for our home groups. God uses community and relationships to grow us spiritually, so we encourage you become a part of one of our many groups.
Home groups are organized as smaller groups within Grow Groups, making Grow Groups an ideal connection point for our home groups. God uses community and relationships to grow us spiritually, so we encourage you become a part of one of our many groups.
Grow Groups
Grow Groups meet on-campus every Sunday morning from 9:30-10:30am.
Young Adults
"Young Families"
Directors: Kendall and Krissy Funderburk
Teachers: Mike McDonough, Bradley Hibbert, Nate Nunley
Location: South Building, Room S406
Curriculum: The Gospel Project (Lifeway)
Description: We aim to be a community of believers who parent using God's word as our guide. This is a place where young families can fellowship together, pray for one another, and grow together in Christ.
Teachers: Mike McDonough, Bradley Hibbert, Nate Nunley
Location: South Building, Room S406
Curriculum: The Gospel Project (Lifeway)
Description: We aim to be a community of believers who parent using God's word as our guide. This is a place where young families can fellowship together, pray for one another, and grow together in Christ.
"The Career Class"
Directors: Theo and Laura Freund
Teacher: Mark Winkleman
Location: South Building, Basement
Curriculum: Bible Studies for Life (Lifeway)
Description: We are a group of 20s and beyond, living for Christ.
Teacher: Mark Winkleman
Location: South Building, Basement
Curriculum: Bible Studies for Life (Lifeway)
Description: We are a group of 20s and beyond, living for Christ.
College
College Pastor: Carlos Cameron
Location: South building, Basement
Curriculum: Bible Studies for Life (Lifeway)
Description: College students, come join us for a great time of community and connection! We have Sunday Bible Study, regular fellowship events, and a midweek group.
Location: South building, Basement
Curriculum: Bible Studies for Life (Lifeway)
Description: College students, come join us for a great time of community and connection! We have Sunday Bible Study, regular fellowship events, and a midweek group.
Middle Adults
Families with Students
Directors: Larry and Kathy French
Teachers: John Broughton and Daniel Huang
Location: South Building, Room S410
Curriculum: The Gospel Project (Lifeway)
Description: Join us as we walk through life and explore God's Word as parents of pre-teens and teenagers.
Teachers: John Broughton and Daniel Huang
Location: South Building, Room S410
Curriculum: The Gospel Project (Lifeway)
Description: Join us as we walk through life and explore God's Word as parents of pre-teens and teenagers.
"Crossroads"
Directors: Lynn Kelly
Teacher: Justin Roland
Location: West Building, Room W216
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: We are a group of singles with regular fellowships (including hikes, dinners, and events) in addition to our Sunday Bible Study.
Teacher: Justin Roland
Location: West Building, Room W216
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: We are a group of singles with regular fellowships (including hikes, dinners, and events) in addition to our Sunday Bible Study.
Upper-Middle Adults
"Light House"
Directors: Jonathan and Missy Pace
Teachers: David King and John Alcantar
Location: South Building, Room S412
Curriculum: Expository teaching
Description: Our Sunday morning Bible Study features interactive lessons from books of the Bible, and we schedule a monthly prayer time. We have home groups during the week for further fellowship and discipleship.
Teachers: David King and John Alcantar
Location: South Building, Room S412
Curriculum: Expository teaching
Description: Our Sunday morning Bible Study features interactive lessons from books of the Bible, and we schedule a monthly prayer time. We have home groups during the week for further fellowship and discipleship.
"Harbor"
Directors: Lester and Janice Vanzura
Teacher: Wayne Vineyard
Location: East Building, Room E202
Curriculum: Expository teaching
Description: We are a group who welcomes all ages, and we love to grow in our understanding and obedience of God's Word together. We also host home groups during the week.
Teacher: Wayne Vineyard
Location: East Building, Room E202
Curriculum: Expository teaching
Description: We are a group who welcomes all ages, and we love to grow in our understanding and obedience of God's Word together. We also host home groups during the week.
"FaithLife"
Directors: Frank and Gail Tuttle
Teachers: Casey Smith
Location: South Building, Room S230
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: Come join us on Sunday mornings for interactive lessons. We schedule social events throughout the year.
Teachers: Casey Smith
Location: South Building, Room S230
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: Come join us on Sunday mornings for interactive lessons. We schedule social events throughout the year.
"Higher Ground"
Director: Maggie Williams
Teacher: Brad Cavendish
Location: West Building, Room W218
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: We are a group of singles with discussion-based Bible Studies each Sunday, and we schedule regular fellowships throughout the year.
Teacher: Brad Cavendish
Location: West Building, Room W218
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: We are a group of singles with discussion-based Bible Studies each Sunday, and we schedule regular fellowships throughout the year.
"Tapestry"
Director: Niki Mebane
Teacher: Toni Casteel
Location: West Building, Room W210
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: We are a women's group with discussion-based Bible Studies each Sunday.
Teacher: Toni Casteel
Location: West Building, Room W210
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: We are a women's group with discussion-based Bible Studies each Sunday.
"Simplify"
Directors: Greg and Denise Jones
Teachers: Larry Lesikar and Jim Beggs
Location: South Building, Room S404
Curriculum: Various books of the Bible
Description: We are group looking to "simplify" life as our kids transition to college or careers.
Teachers: Larry Lesikar and Jim Beggs
Location: South Building, Room S404
Curriculum: Various books of the Bible
Description: We are group looking to "simplify" life as our kids transition to college or careers.
Sr. Adults
Adult 3
Directors: James and Dotti Smith
Teacher: Danny Bivens
Location: Friendship Hall
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: We are a community of believers seeking to grow in our depth of understanding of God's Word. Our Sunday Bible Study features lecture-style teaching in a large class setting.
Teacher: Danny Bivens
Location: Friendship Hall
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: We are a community of believers seeking to grow in our depth of understanding of God's Word. Our Sunday Bible Study features lecture-style teaching in a large class setting.
Adult 4
Directors: Paul and Joan Mims
Teacher: Joan Mims
Location: East Building, Room
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: We focus on scripture for guidance, enlightenment, and blessing. Our group is full of prayer warriors that are “all in” for each other.
Teacher: Joan Mims
Location: East Building, Room
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: We focus on scripture for guidance, enlightenment, and blessing. Our group is full of prayer warriors that are “all in” for each other.
Sr. Bible 1
Directors: Dan Gardner
Teacher: John White
Location: East Building, Room E112
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: We are a group of senior adults with hearts to live out the Bible. We have interactive lessons each Sunday morning.
Teacher: John White
Location: East Building, Room E112
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: We are a group of senior adults with hearts to live out the Bible. We have interactive lessons each Sunday morning.
Adult 5
Directors: Joe Binns
Teacher: Malcolm Ward
Location: East Building, Room E110
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: Our group of senior adults strives to build great community among its members.
Teacher: Malcolm Ward
Location: East Building, Room E110
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: Our group of senior adults strives to build great community among its members.
"Blessings"
Director: Mary Gardner
Teacher: Daphne Hodges
Location: East Building, Room E114
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: We are a group of women with great community and regular social events.
Teacher: Daphne Hodges
Location: East Building, Room E114
Curriculum: Explore the Bible (Lifeway)
Description: We are a group of women with great community and regular social events.