A Good Place to Start - Mens Group

This group is designed for men 18+ new to life groups, young in their faith, or looking for an entry level group to join. This group will be very laid back and will last 12 weeks. Led by Jake Martz.

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Adoption and Foster Care Families

Support for adoption and foster care families, at 10AM service, the last Sunday of the month.

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Alyssa Stevens Group

This group is for anyone wanting to grow in their faith by Spiritual disciplines. After the church-wide beyond series, we will be reading through the book Celebration of Discipline by Richard Foster.

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Anchored

A life group for individuals and couples who desire to grow deeper in God's Word and strengthen their faith together. In every season, calm or stormy. We seek to be anchored in Christ, building a firm foundation through scripture, prayer and genuine community. In Amboy- contact leader for location.eg

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Area 51

A group for couples led by Roger and Susan Shanks

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Armes Married Couples Group

Married couples group with Kasi and Nick Armes. Focus of our group is to help strengthen marriage and help them have a Christ center marriage.

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Becoming A Discipleship Duo

This group is for couples who want to move beyond surface-level faith and grow deeper in real-life discipleship - as individuals and together. Through honest conversation, shared Scripture, and accountability, we’ll encourage one another to follow Jesus more intentionally—together and at home. This isn’t about perfection, but about progress! Led by Mallor...

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Beights Life Group

Weekly group for singles or couples that will follow the sermon series. Group will be led by Kristy and Chad Beights and will be held in North Marion.

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Big Bad Board Games

Fun experience of Board Games. Join us and see what God has in store for us!

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Blue Collar Men's Group

This is a group for men who work blue collar jobs to join together in fellowship and grow their relationship with Jesus. Led by Blake Weller in North Marion.

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Board Game Night

Just a group of friends meeting up for some casual board game fun. Anyone is welcome to come alongside Join us! Led by Joshua Martin.

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Coffee with Grannies

"Mature Women" meet the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1:00PM in different locations.

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Creative Crafters

Teaching various craft techniques like knitting, crochet, small machine knitting, loom knitting and various other crafts. One of our goals is create various craft projects that can be used in a charitable way in the community. We also help other charities meet their quotas. Led by Sahrise Smith.

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Derby's Group

Coed Group, meets in North Marion Sunday @ 6:00PM. Led by Jonathan Derby.We are group who are seeking God together by studying His word. Our discussion-based meetings are kicked off with coffee and snacks.

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Eunice M.O.M.S.

M.O.M.S. (Moms Offering Meaningful Support) is a group for single mothers to recognize Jesus as our groom, establish a godly support system, be renewed by the word of God and live out the gospel in a way that empowers our children to have unwavering faith. Led by Kadisia Williams.

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Faith & Coffee

Faith & Coffee is a welcoming life group where we explore the Beyond study, grow in our faith, and connect with others over meaningful conversation—and of course, coffee! Join us for a warm, encouraging space to learn, share, and journey together.” Led by Faith Watkins.

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Fellowship

This group studies the Scriptures and meets Sundays at 8:00AM in the Gathering Place. Led by Ron Campbell. Come and enjoy the morning with us before service! Various Teachers. Spiritual lessons for Everyday Living/

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Finding God

Led by Jessica Thompson at various homes Sundays at 1:30.

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Forge - Disciples

Our Life Group is a Christ-centered community focused on growing in a deeper, more intimate relationship with God through Scripture, prayer, and authentic fellowship. We work together to intentionally make disciples who make disciples, living out our faith in everyday life and multiplying faith in others. Thursday of each month at 6PM at the Pritchett Hou...

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Gamers Group

A group by and for gamers including board games, rpgs, and online. Held at the Boyce home in north Marion every other Sunday.

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Gleghorn

Beyond Series & Fellowship

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Hardin Beyond Group

Beyond Group led by Nowell and Rachel Hardin meeting Sundays at 6PM. Email Pastor Nowell to join this group.

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Healthcare/First Responders Group

A co-ed, all ages life group for those who currently or used to work in healthcare, law enforcement, any first responders, and armed forces. Led by Holly Buckler at the North Campus on Saturday at 10AM.

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Herreras

This group will be held at the Herrera home. The day and time will vary weekly.

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Jesus At Our Table - Pond's House (Amboy)

Let’s have supper and time together! If your seed needs watering and you’re ready to bloom together, then this group is for you- couples, families, singles…no limit! Let’s grow together!

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Jill Briles "Beyond" Group

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Johnsons Coed Life Group

Singles and Couples group led by Mike and Laurie Johnson. A group of older (55-75) couples and singles who meet to discuss the sermon and various Bible and topical studies on a bi-weekly basis in north Marion. This group meets on the 2nd/4th Thursday of each month at their home in north Marion at 6:30.

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Journeying Together

A laid-back women’s small group for women of all ages who want to seek God together. We share life, learn from each other’s stories, and grow in faith side by side. We will study the Beyond series for the first 6 weeks. Led by Lori Moore.

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Ken Butler

This group will be for anyone wanting to study God’s Word and realize the guidance for our lives. Location TBD.

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Kingdom Men

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Kinnan's Small Group

Singles and Couples in-depth Bible Study that meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday in North Marion at 6:30PM. Led by Tom and Kathy Kinnan.

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Monday Morning Men's Bible Study

This is a group led by Pastor Tom Kinnan on Monday mornings from 6-7 am. They study the Bible looking at leadership characteristics

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Pamela Arrendale Group

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Pat Fields Group

A time to gather with Women for growing and enjoying Gods word and character, sharing and laughter. Wednesday at 6:30 pm at The Fields home. Limited registration

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Pathway Disciples

For those who wish to mature spiritually, be part of a close knitted group, and be held accountable.

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Pegg Group

A group to mentor those who are either new Christians or new to the church.

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Pray First: What better way to start your week

Pray First: What better way to start your week Prayer Group, meets Monday mornings at 6AM at the River. It is led by Amanda Banter.

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Resilient Women

This is a group for women led by Paige Ringo at the North Campus on the 1st/3rd Tuesdays.

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Riley Life Group

This group meets at the North Campus on Sunday at 5PM. It is led by Kim and Scott Riley.

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Stacy Clegg Group

This group is open to anyone wanting to do life together. We will decide, together, what we will do during the next 6 weeks of this group. Held in north Marion.

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Tea, Scones and Missions

Study history of tea and Missions. Learning about our missionaries. Led by Jeannette Spratt in north Marion.

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Tess Powell Life Group

Group for women

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The Cavemen

Men only. Accountability in nature. Strong on praying together. What’s shared in the cave stays in the cave. Led by Bob Burchell.

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The Huddle

The true meaning of Holiness. Led by Marc Watkins at IWU new Welcome Center. Male only.

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Thomas Life Group

Coed group led by Steve and Hayley Thomas. It is at the North Campus.

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Thursday Afternoon Women

Thursday afternoon ladies group, meets at home of Zoe Hagy at 1PM. Our group of women is all ages and stages; sharing with and encouraging each other as we travel our spiritual journey together.

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Trusting Jesus Together

No matter where you are in your faith journey, you are WELCOME to this group. Join together with other WOMEN to learn and grow deeper in your faith and trust in Jesus, so you can reflect HIM and share the joy of knowing Jesus with others. Led by Barbara Pinkley.

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Wednesday River Prayer Warriors

This is a group that meets every Wednesday morning at 11 am. It is a prayer & praise support group for ladies. Christian sisters united in prayer. It is led by Sue Scott.

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Wednesday Women's Group - Hall

Women's Group with all ages led by Mary Hall meets at the North Campus in the Gathering Place.

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Women in the Word

Life is difficult sometimes. But, God gave us His handbook to manage it - using the Bible to guide our lives everyday. Led by Cindy Burchell at the North Campus.

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High School Nights - Marion Campus

Join High School Nights every Sunday at 6PM at The River's South Campus for powerful worship, relevant messages, and a community where high schoolers can connect and grow together

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