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.
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Fall 2022 | Psalms: Considering God’s Loving Kindness
But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation. Psalm 13:5 (NIV84)
Our fall Bible study will delve into select chapters in the book of Psalms as we consider the steadfast love of God. We’ll explore the intricacies of God’s covenant love for his people, celebrating God’s work of nurturing seeds of repentance, as we grow in awareness of his grace.
STUDY RESOURCES
Groups will use one of the following books, both of which may be purchased online from Amazon or the bookseller of your choice. Check with your group leader before ordering a book. (NOTE: Books will not be available for purchase on the Bible Study Kickoff)
- Psalms Volume 1: Songs Along the Way by Kathleen Buswell Nielson
- Psalms: Real Prayers for Real Life by Barbara Miller Juliani and Patric Knaak
OTHER RESOURCES
August 28 | Joint Sunday School with Dr. Bryan Beyer
Women’s Bible Study Resources (this includes teaching videos and the Women’s Wednesday Morning Bible Study schedule)
BE PART OF A BIBLE STUDY
Below are all of the groups for the fall. You can register for a group, or contact Liz Reid if you have questions.
Sunday Evening
Meets: Sunday, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church
Group Leader: Suzi Vital
Book: Psalms Volume 1: Songs Along the Way, Nielson
Open to all women, all ages. Child care is available with registration.
Wednesday Morning
Meets: Wednesday, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church
Group Leaders: Amber Barrett
Book: Psalms Volume 1: Songs Along the Way, Nielson
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.
Columbia County Parish
Meets: Tuesday, 6:45 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Donna Jones’ home
Group Leaders: Donna Jones, Susan Jeffcoat, Anne Clark
Book: Psalms Volume 1: Songs Along the Way, Nielson
Open to women from any parish, this intergenerational group meets in Columbia County.
South Carolina Super Parish
Meets: Tuesday, 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Cindy Britt’s and Patricia Cahill’s homes (rotates)
Group Leaders: Cheryl Whitcomb and Hardi Morris
Book: Psalms Volume 1: Songs Along the Way, Nielson
Open to all women, but members are primarily from the South Carolina super parish.
Downtown Parish Evening
Meets: Thursday, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Judy Down’s home
Group Leader: Elena Boone and Diane Hubbard
Book: Psalms Volume 1: Songs Along the Way, Nielson
Open to all women.
Downtown Morning
Meets: Thursday, 6:15 – 7:30 a.m.
Location: April Coleman’s home
Group Leader: April Coleman
Book: Psalms Volume 1: Songs Along the Way, Nielson
Open to all women. This group is a mix of all ages and stages and is good for women who’s schedules don’t allow for an evening group.
West Augusta Morning
Meets: Thursday, 6 – 7 a.m.
Location: Krispy Kreme on Washington Rd.
Group Leader: Claire Weaver
Book: Psalms Volume 1: Songs Along the Way, Nielson
Open to all women, especially those whose schedules or stage of life make it difficult to attend traditional small group studies.
Young Adult Monday Evening
Meets: Monday, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Location: Sara Price’s home
Group Leader: Sara Price and Asher Allen
Open to women in their 20s and 30s, single or married.
Young Adult Wednesday Evening
Meets: Wednesday, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: Sarah Williams’ home
Group Leader: Sarah Williams and Ruth Killisch
Open to women in their 20s and 30s, single or married.
Wednesday Evening
Meets: Wednesday, 7 – 9 p.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church
Group Leaders: Bruce Van Peursem
Book: Soul Anatomy, Robertson
Open to men from all parishes.
Pleasant Home Parish
Meets: Monday, 8 – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Billy English’s home
Group Leaders: Luke Niday and Billy English
Book: TBD. The group leader will let you know as soon as possible.
Open to all men, of all ages.
Lake Forest Parish
Meets: Wednesday, 6 – 7:15 a.m.
Location: Josh Lane’s home
Group Leaders: John Price and Josh Lane
Book: TBD. The group leader will let you know as soon as possible.
Open to all men, but members are primarily from the West Augusta area.
Savannah Rapids Parish
Meets: Wednesday, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Russ Morgan’s home
Group Leaders: Russ Morgan
Book: This group is studying the minor prophets and you do not need to purchase a book.
Open to all men.
South Carolina Super Parish (full)
Meets: twice a month on Wednesday, 7 – 9 p.m.
Location: Byars and Morris homes (rotates)
Group Leaders: Michael Byars and Byron Morris Sr.
Intergenerational group made up of men primarily from the South Carolina Super Parish.
Davis Road Men’s Study
Meets: Friday, 6 – 7 a.m.
Location: Mike Harris’ office at Cornerstone Senior Living
Group Leaders: John Fender and Mike Harris
Book: TBD. The group leader will let you know as soon as possible.
Open to all men, of any age, who live anywhere in the CSRA.
West Augusta Super Parish
Meets: Friday, 6:15 – 7:30 a.m.
Location: Jim Scarbrough’s home
Group Leaders: Jim Scarbrough
Book: TBD. The group leader will let you know as soon as possible.
Open to all men, but members are primarily from the West Augusta area.
Palmetto Parish
Meets: twice a month on Saturday, 7:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Location: Alternates between online via Zoom and in person at Sam Acevedo’s home
Group Leaders: Gerald Killian and Sam Acevedo
Book: Romans – Encountering the Gospel Power, Stott
Open to all men, but primarily those living in the Palmetto Parish.
Young Adult – National Parish
Meets: Wednesday, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Location: Jeff Westergreen’s home
Group Leaders: Jeff Westergreen and Evan Wood
Book: This group is studying a select group of Psalms, and you do not need to purchase a book.
Open to men in their 20s and 30s, single or married.
Young Adult – Masters Parish
Meets: Wednesday, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Location: Joe Bate’s home
Group Leaders: Chris Williams and Joe Bates
Book: This group is studying a select group of Psalms, and you do not need to purchase a book.
Open to men in their 20s and 30s, single or married.
Trinity Class Midweek Bible Hour
Meets: Thursday, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: First Presbyterian Church
Group Leader: Jim Knight
Book: No book is required.
Co-ed group hosted by the Trinity Sunday School Class. All are welcome.
Restorers Couples Group – Columbia County
Meets: 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: John and Leslie Fender’s home
Group Leader: Josh Click and John Fender
Book: Psalms: Prayers for Real Life, Miller and Knaak
Couples group primarily for members of the Restorers Sunday School class who live in Columbia County.
Zoom Bible Study
Meets: Wednesday, 6:15 – 8:15 p.m.
Location: online via Zoom
Group Leaders: Dan Boone and Justin Halverson
Book: TBD. The group leader will let you know as soon as possible.
This is an option for anyone who would prefer to meet online.
Staff Contacts
Mike Phillips, Associate Pastor of Shepherding
Ken McHeard, Assistant Pastor of Discipleship
Amber Barrett, Interim Women’s Ministry Discipleship Coordinator
Liz Reid, Discipleship Administrative Assistant
