Bible Study Groups
Our desire is for every member to “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ” and to walk in the Word daily (2 Peter 3:18). One way we do this is through Bible study. We have men’s, women’s, and co-ed Bible study groups that meet at various times and locations.
2024-2025
Jesus, the Alpha & Omega
For the next two semesters, we will study Jesus as the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and consummation of all things. We will study Genesis in the fall and Revelation in the spring. Genesis and Revelation paint a beautiful picture from beginning to end: the Edenic garden lost in Genesis 3 is restored in Revelation 22. The purpose of our study is to investigate the Christological implications in the entire Bible.
Fall 2024
Genesis: Christ is Promised
In Genesis we will discover a “scarlet thread” throughout the book that anticipates and celebrates the promised Messiah. We will see Christ in the people, promises, and patterns of the Old Testament Scriptures. We will also see how God uses imperfect people to preserve a people for himself giving them belonging, worth, and purpose. We invite you to begin the journey with us this fall.
STUDY RESOURCES
Groups will use one of the following books which may be purchased from the bookseller of your choice. The links below provide a brief preview of each book. Check with your group leader before ordering a book. (NOTE: Books will not be available for purchase on the night of the Bible Study Kickoff)
The Promised One: Seeing Jesus in Genesis by Nancy Guthrie
Genesis: A 12-Week Study (Knowing the Bible Series)
OTHER RESOURCES
Bible Study Kickoff | August 25
Our guest speaker, Dr. Kevin Steele, introduced our study of Genesis and discussed the “scarlet thread” that is Jesus which runs throughout the Bible. After the service there was a reception, and Bible study leaders were available to help with registration and answer any questions.
Women’s Bible Study Resources
Recordings of the Wednesay morning Bible study teaching time and the Something to Talk About podcast are additional resources.
BE PART OF A BIBLE STUDY
You may join a Bible study at any time. If you are interested in joining or would like more information, complete the registration form.
First Pres Wednesday Morning
Meets: Wednesday, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church
Leader: Amber Barrett
Book: The Promised One, Nancy Guthrie
Open to all women. We meet as a large group for teaching and split into small groups for discussion and prayer. Child care is available with registration.
First Pres Sunday Evening
Meets: Sunday, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church
Leaders: Suzi Vital & Debbie Fredenberg
Book: The Promised One, Nancy Guthrie
Open to all women, all ages. Child care is available with registration.
South Carolina Super Parish
Meets: Tuesday, 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Cindy Britt’s home
Leader: Cheryl Whitcomb
Book: The Promised One, Nancy Guthrie
Open to all women, but members are primarily from the South Carolina Super Parish.
Columbia County Parish
Meets: Tuesday, 6:50 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Donna Jones’ home
Leaders: Kevin Baura, Donna Jones, Susan Jeffcoat, Anne Clark, Janis Johnson, & Nancy Click
Book: The Promised One, Nancy Guthrie
Open to women from any parish, this intergenerational group meets in Columbia County.
Palmetto Parish
Meets: Wednesday, 7 – 8 p.m.
Location: Celia Acevedo’s home
Leader: Celia Acevedo
Book:The Promised One, Nancy Guthrie
For all but members primarily from the Palmetto Parish.
Young Adult – Lake Forest Parish
Meets: Monday, 6:45 – 8:15 p.m.
Location: Please email or call the leaders for the address
Leaders: Sara Price & Asher Allen
Book: TBD
Open to women in their 20s and 30s, single or married.
Young Adult – National Parish
Meets: Monday, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Audrey Jackson’s home
Leader: Joy Brown & Margaret Daniel
Open to women in their 20s and 30s, single or married.
Downtown Parish
Meets: Thursday, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Judy Down’s home
Leader: Elena Boone, Diane Hubbard, & Judy Downs
Book: The Promised One, Nancy Guthrie
Open to all women. Meets in person but if anyone needs/wants to join via Zoom, they can!
First Pres Open Parish
Meets: Wednesday, 7 – 9 p.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church
Leader: Bruce Van Peursem
Book: Genesis, A 12-Week Study, Mitchell Kim
First Pres Downtown Parish Morning
Meets: Friday, 5:30 – 7 a.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church
Leader: Brian Martin
Book: No Book
Open to all men, but members are primarily from the Downtown Parish.
This group studies and discusses the Scripture text from the current sermon series.
Pleasant Home Parish
Meets: Tuesday, 8 – 9 p.m.
Location: Billy English’s home
Leader: Billy English
Book: TBD
Young Adult – Lake Forest Parish
Meets: Monday, 6:30 – 8 p.m
Location: John Price’s home
Leaders: John Price & Will Long
Book: TBD
Open to men in their 20s and 30s, single or married.
Lake Forest Parish
Meets: Wednesday, 6 – 7 a.m.
Location: John Price’s home
Leaders: John Price & Josh Lane
Book: No Book
Open to all men, but members are primarily from the West Augusta area.
Young Adult – National Parish
Meets: Wednesday, 6:30 – 8 p.m
Location: Jeff Westergreen’s home
Leaders: Jeff Westergreen & Evan Wood
Book: TBD
Open to men in their 20s and 30s, single or married.
Savannah Rapids Parish
Meets: Wednesday, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Russ Morgan’s home
Leader: Russ Morgan
Book: TBD
Pleasant Home Parish Davis Road
Meets: Friday, 6 – 7 a.m.
Location: 118 Davis Rd (Meyers House Buyers office)
Leaders: Mike Harris
Book: Genesis, A 12-Week Study, Mitchell Kim
Open to all men, of any age, who live anywhere in the CSRA.
West Augusta Super Parish
Meets: Friday, 6:15 – 7:15 a.m.
Location: Jim Scarbrough’s home
Leader: Jim Scarbrough
Book: Genesis 1 to 11, John MacAuthur’s Commentary
Open to all men, but members are primarily from the West Augusta area.
Palmetto Parish
Meets: Saturdays (2x/month), 7:30–9:30 a.m.
Location: Alternates between Zoom and in person at Sam Acevedo’s home
Leaders: Gerald Killian & Bruce Cole
Book: TBD
Open to all men, but primarily those living in the Palmetto Parish.
Young Adult – Downtown Parish
Meets: Monday, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Location: Westin Bobadillo’s home
Leaders: Chris Williams
Book: Genesis, A 12-Week Study, Mitchell Kim
Open to men in their 20s and 30s, single or married.
South Carolina Super Parish (This group is full.)
Meets: Wednesday, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Byars and Morris homes (rotates)
Leaders: Michael Byars & Byron Morris Sr.
Book: Genesis, A 12-Week Study, Mitchell Kim
Intergenerational group made up of men primarily from the South Carolina Super Parish.
Columbia County Parish Restorers Couples Group
Meets: 1st & 3rd Wednesday, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Location: Kurt & Katie Lawton’s home
Leader: Josh Click
Book:TBD
Couples group primarily for members of Restorers Sunday community who live in Columbia County.
First Pres Midweek Bible Hour
Meets: Thursday, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church
Leaders: Jim Knight
Book: Jeremiah/No book required
Co-ed group hosted by the Redeemer Sunday community. All are welcome.
Staff Contacts
Mike Phillips, Associate Pastor of Shepherding
Ken McHeard, Associate Pastor of Christian Formation
Amber Barrett, Direcotr of Women’s Discipleship
Liz Reid, Discipleship Administrative Assistant