Growth Groups
At Caledonia CRC, we believe growth happens in groups. We are excited to offer a variety of opportunities for you to explore! Scroll through the list of group offerings below.
Questions? Contact our Care Coordinator, Michelle Dieleman, @ 616-889-7712
EMERGE
EMERGE is a group for Young Adults (18-25) in our community. This group is committed to seeking deeper community and study of God's Word. We bi-weekly other launching in September.
Questions or want to join EMERGE? Contact Caleb Horjus
Diving Deeper/Drawing Near
*NEW THIS FALL*
Inspired by the sermon series Bridges, this women's group seeks to grow deeper in our relationship with the Lord and closer to one another through the study of two books. "Deeper" by Dane Ortlund will encourage us to let go of our misconceptions of who Jesus is so we can understand who the Bible reveals Him to be and draw nearer to Him. With that firm foundation in place, "The Soul of Shame" by Curt Thompson, MD, will show us the ways Satan distorts our good relationships through the use of shame and how we can scorn that shame to build authentic, deep connections.
To join this Growth Group or learn more, contact Becky Barkema
wednesday night women
This growth group is for women of all ages, with goals of fellowship, encouragement, and faith formation. This Wednesday evening small group plans to meet from 6:30-8:00pm (during GEMS/Cadets).
Location: Caledonia CRC
BIble study growth group
"Have you ever wanted to study the Word with your spouse, family, or friends but didn't know where to start? Come join the Bible Study Growth Group where we use the simple but impactful Inductive Bible Study method to learn more about God, relationships, and our Great Commission together! Our group is family-friendly, open to all ages and life stages, and childcare is available for younger children! Meetings every other Sunday from 3:30-5pm. Begins Sunday Sep. 11
Location: Council Room @ Caledonia CRC
Contact: Ben Skupien
YOUNG MARRIEDS
Whether you're engaged, newlywed, or new-ish to marriage, this group connects you with other couples in your same phase of life.
Interest gathering September 11 in the High School Area @ 10am
YOUNG FAMILIES
The focus of this group is to bring together parents and their children (ages 12 and under) with the goal of learning and growing together, and simply "doing life" with one another! This season we will learn from a RightNowMedia study by Francis and Lisa Chan: "You & Me Forever: Marriage in Light of Eternity"
Begins September 25 @ 3:30pm Childcare available.
Contact Dan Noteboom for more information.
PRIME TIMERS
This group offers a wide variety of social activities for persons that are 65 and older including breakfasts, dinners, and trips to places of interest.
To learn more about Prime-Timers Growth Group contact:
Carol Buwalda
(616) 260-2792
ADDITIONAL GROUPS FOR MEN
MEN'S Saturday MORNING growth GROUP
Saturday mornings from 7:00am - 8:15am
Caledonia CRC - Roadside Room
This group comes together weekly for prayer and Bible study.
Ministry Contact:
Merle Buwalda
616-891-1512
wednesday morning men's growth group
Wednesday mornings from 6:00am - 7:00am
This group led by Pastor Scott launches this fall with a focus on the book
"Battle for the American Mind"
Contact:
Pastor Scott Greenway
Men's Sunday morning GROWth group
9:15am-10:15am
High School Area
Caledonia CRC
Multi-Generational Discussion Group
.Our format is to grow in our faith while learning together, and from each other as we discuss current and timeless topics that are impacting our families, neighborhoods, schools, jobs, and church. This fall we will look at the following books:
Getting There by Steve Farrar
The Braveheart Gospel by Eric Ludy.
Ministry Contact:
Todd Memmelaar
ROMEO (retired Old Men Eating Out)
This men's group gathers periodically for fellowship and meals together at local restaurants.
ADDITIONAL GROUPS FOR WOMEN
Coffee Break/Story HOUR
Tuesdays 9:30-11:00am
Caledonia CRC
We’re excited to announce that Coffee Break will be starting on Tuesday, October 4!
If you are interested in attending and would like to be placed in a group, please contact Kari VanRyn or Kerri Diemer. Story Hour will be available for children ages 2 1/2 - 5.
Bible Study Fellowship
Wednesdays (September - May)
9:10am - 11:00am
This in-depth, inter-denominational Bible study program is for women of all ages.
BSF classes and materials are provided free of charge.
Questions? Contact:
Lori Kane
Phone: 616-949-9700
Email: lkane-321@sbcglobal.com
Book club
2nd Wednesday of the Month (year-round)
12:30pm at Caledonia CRC
A small group for women who like to read and discuss assigned books.
Questions? Contact:
Diane McKenzie
Email: ddmckenzie@att.net
Phone: 891-1143
