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.
Fall 2025 | Called Out of Captivity
2025-2026
Called Out of Captivity, Called into Covenant
For the next two semesters, we will study Exodus. Exodus paints a beautiful picture of God’s redeeming power as He calls His people out of captivity and into freedom, identity, and relationship with Himself.
Fall 2025
Exodus: Called out of Captivity
The book of Exodus is essential for understanding salvation and the redemptive work of Christ. It recounts Israel’s dramatic rescue from Egypt, the institution of the Passover, the giving of the Law, the construction of the Tabernacle, and the formation of Israel’s identity as God’s covenant people. As The Good Book Company notes, Exodus illustrates the liberating mission that ultimately led Jesus to the cross. It reveals what we are saved from, the cost of redemption, and how believers are called to live in the “already and not yet”—journeying, like Israel toward Canaan, toward our ultimate rest while embracing our identity and purpose as the redeemed people of God.
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)
God of Deliverance, Jen Wilkin
Exodus: A 12 Week Study, Matthew Newkirk
OTHER RESOURCES
Bible Study Kickoff | August 17 | 6 p.m.
The purpose of the Bible Study Kickoff is to provide an overview of the book of Exodus and context that will help you as you work through the Bible study. Our guest speaker, Dr. Tom Lutz, will introduce our study of Exodus during evening worship. After worship, Bible study leaders will be available in the Commons to answer questions and assist with registration.
*Start dates for Parish Bible Studies vary, but all groups will begin sometime between late August and mid-September. After you register, the leader of your group will contact you with the exact start date.
About Dr. Tom Lutz
Dr. Tom Lutz earned his doctorate from Covenant Theological Seminary in 2017. He currently serves as Professor of Biblical Studies at Metro Atlanta Seminary. He resides in Peachtree Corners, GA with his wife of 45 years, Sherry, and lives near his seven children and eight grandchildren.
Tom’s first book: “Equipping People for Kingdom Purpose in Their Work: A Guide for All Who Make Disciples” was published in 2022. We will have some copies of his book for purchase in the Commons during the reception after the Kickoff.
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
The current Bible study has begun, but you are welcome to join at any time!
If you are interested in joining or would like more information, please click below and someone will be in touch.
First Pres Wednesday Morning
Meets: Wednesday, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church
Leader: Amber Barrett
Book: God of Deliverance, Jen Wilkins, Exodus
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.
Start Date: 8/27
First Pres Sunday Evening
Meets: Sunday, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church
Leaders: Suzi Vital & Debbie Fredenberg
Book: God of Deliverance, Jen Wilkins, Exodus
Open to all women, all ages. Child care is available with registration.
Start Date: 8/24
Columbia County Parish
Meets: Tuesday, 6:45 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Donna Jones’ home
Leaders: Kevin Baura, Donna Jones, Susan Jeffcoat, Anne Clark, Janis Johnson, Betty Lewis, & Nancy Click
Book: God of Deliverance, Jen Wilkins, Exodus
Open to women from any parish, this intergenerational group meets in Columbia County.
Downtown Parish
Meets: Thursday, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Judy Down’s home
Leader: Elena Boone, Diane Hubbard, & Judy Downs
Book: God of Deliverance, Jen Wilkins, Exodus
Open to all women. Meets in person but if anyone needs/wants to join via Zoom, they can!
Masters Parish
Meets: Monday, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Lisa McHeard’s home
Leader: Lisa McHeard & Charis McHeard
Book: God of Deliverance, Jen Wilkins, Exodus
Open to all women.
Palmetto Parish
Meets: Fridays, 1 – 2 p.m.
Location: Audrey Wilkerson’s home
Leader: Audrey Wilkerson
Book: God of Deliverance, Jen Wilkins, Exodus
Open to all women
Savannah Rapids Parish
Meets: Friday, 8:30 – 10 a.m.
Location: Emily Aceves’ home
Leader: Emily Aceves & Mary Cook
Book: God of Deliverance, Jen Wilkins, Exodus
Open to all women
South Carolina Super Parish
Meets: Tuesday, 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Cindy Britt’s home
Leader: Cheryl Whitcomb
Book: God of Deliverance, Jen Wilkins, Exodus
Open to all women, but members are primarily from the South Carolina Super 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
Book: God of Deliverance, Jen Wilkins, Exodus
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
Book: The Way of Wisdom – Bible Study Book with Video Access: A Study of the Book of Proverbs by Jen Wilkin and others
Open to women in their 20s and 30s, single or married.
First Pres Open Parish
Meets: Wednesday, 7 – 9 p.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church
Leader: Bruce Van Peursem
Book: Exodus: A 12-Week Study (Knowing the Bible Series), Matthew Newkirk
Open to all men from all parishes.
Start Date: 8/27
First Pres Downtown Parish Morning
Meets: Friday, 5:30 – 7 a.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church
Leader: Jason Mandarino
Book: This group studies and discusses the Scripture text from the current sermon series.
Open to all men, but members are primarily from the Downtown Parish.
Lake Forest Parish
Meets: Wednesday, 6 – 7 a.m.
Location: John Price’s home
Leaders: John Price & Josh Lane
Book: TBD
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: Sam Acevedo’s home
Leaders: Bruce Cole and Sam Acevedo
Book: TBD
Open to all men, but primarily those living in the Palmetto Parish.
Pleasant Home Parish Davis Road
Meets: Friday, 6 – 7 a.m.
Location: 118 Davis Rd (Meyers House Buyers office)
Leaders: Mike Harris
Book: TBD
Open to all men, of any age, who live anywhere in the CSRA.
West Augusta Super Parish
Meets: Friday, 6:00 – 7:15 a.m.
Location: Jim Scarbrough’s home
Leader: Jim Scarbrough
Book: Exodus, a Commentary, Jay Skylar &
Exodus, The Story of God Bible Commentary, Christopher J. H. Wright
Open to all men, but members are primarily from the West Augusta area.
Young Adult – Downtown Parish
Meets: Monday, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Location: Westin Bobadillo’s home
Leaders: Chris Williams
Book: TBD
Open to men in their 20s and 30s, single or married.
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.
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.
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: TBD
Intergenerational group made up of men primarily from the South Carolina Super Parish.
Savannah Rapids Parish (This group is full.)
Meets: Wednesday, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Russ Morgan’s home
Leader: Russ Morgan & Ed Hartmann
Book: TBD
Columbia County Parish Restorers Couples Group
Meets: 1st & 3rd Wednesday, 7 – 9 p.m.
Location: Kurt & Katie Lawton’s home
Leader: Josh Click
Book: God of Deliverance, Jen Wilkins
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: No Book Required
Co-ed group hosted by the Redeemer Sunday community. All are welcome.
Open Bible Study Fellowship Group
Meets: Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Location: The Dillard’s home
Leaders: Jeff & Lauren Dillard
Book: 2 Corinthians
Co-ed group for singles and couples (Can only accommodate infants.) Purpose is to equip us to love each other and our neighbors by biblical counsel. Room for up to 15 adults. Open to members from any parish.
Staff Contacts
Ken McHeard, Associate Pastor of Shepherding
Amber Barrett, Director of Women’s Discipleship
Liz Reid, Discipleship Administrative Assistant