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Campus Groups
Adult Bible Fellowships—ABF
Try before you buy. Galatians Groups.
A Place to Call a Spiritual Home
Do you wish you could find a place where "everybody knows your name"? A place that offers the encouragement of friendship and the support of prayer? A place to grow in your relationship with God?
A Campus Group is the place for you! They provide opportunities for friendship, fun, genuine caring and learning how to apply God's word to your life. Most on-campus groups meet on Sundays, although we do have some midweek.
Jesus told the disciples to love one another. Paul instructed the Romans to be devoted to one another, honor one another, be united with one another, accept one another, admonish one another, and greet one another.
Paul told the Galatians to serve one another and bear burdens for another. The Ephesians were instructed to forgive and submit to one another. As Christians, we are to pray for one another, encourage one another, and confess sins to one another.
Whew! That's pretty intense. But very inviting, too!
About once a month after each service, you can get a 15-minute introduction to these groups called The NextStep. You will learn the what-when-where-how. Contact Stephanie Huffman for more information about NextStep.
Sign up to get connected to an ABF—on campus or in a home.
Contacts
| Dane Allphin | ABF/HABF Pastor |
330.315.5910 |
| Jeff Martell | ABF/HABF Pastor & Trinity Seminary Extension | 330.315.5910 |
| Stephanie Huffman | ABF/HABF Administrative Assistant | 330.315.5910 |
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The Beasleys
The Beasleys tell the story of their son's medical procedure and how their ABF cared for them during a really tough time.
ABF Story: The Beasleys from The Chapel on Vimeo. |
Why Did the Brubakers Join an ABF?
The Brubakers discuss what led them to join an ABF and what keeps them involved.
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ABF Story: The Brubakers from The Chapel on Vimeo. |
ABF by Affinity
All Ages
City Lights—Akron Campus, Martin Center Middle Room, 10:40 am
We exist to teach sound doctrine to all people - socially, economically, ethnically and culturally. Seeking to be evangelical in the city of Akron through local outreach, we build into the lives of every believer through discipleship lived out within the church and in the local community.
Cords of Three pm—Akron Campus, Fellowship Hall, 5:30 pm
We are a larger group of over 40 people of all ages, married and single, and we have a teaching style that is discussion oriented.
Family Connections—Akron Campus, Great Commission Room, 6:45 pm on Wednesdays
All ages and stages of life, our class studies and discusses books of the Bible. We are a very personable and giving group who love to help each other and minister to those with needs. We support global missionaries and locally we help adopted members financially.
Growing Together—Green Campus, Room 123, 10:40 am
Primarily empty nesters, we are comfortable in adventure and serious students of God’s Word. We’re active in ministry, and passionate about prayer. Our teaching method is both discussion-oriented and lecture. We welcome you to join us!
Inter@ct—Green Campus, Room 123, 9:00 am
30 - 60’s and a variety of couples and singles, we include both topical and Bible studies in our class. We’re a very social group outside of class and have lots of intellectually challenging discussion on Sundays as well as support missionaries and First Glance.
Joyful Noise—Green Campus, Room 211, 10:40 am
We’re a socially eclectic ABF that was started to accommodate Chapel worship team members and their families, as well as visitors. We utilize Bible-focused teaching, encouraging group participation. We’ve adopted missionaries and serve locally too. We welcome you to join us!
Kindred Spirit—Akron Campus, Conference Room, 10:40 am
We are at Kindred Spirit a herd of old goats, some of whom have been together since ABFs were invented! From early thirties to seventies we are bound by our love for Christ, one another and those that the Lord sends in our direction. We enjoy making people feel at home in our class.
Kingdom Seekers—Green Campus, Room 210, 9:00 am
Pastor Steve Bucy teaches our group which is made up of all ages. Our teaching style is lecture and discussion oriented. We are committed to Christ, care about each other, and pray for one another. We’re a new ABF since 2009.
Ladies ABF at Akron—Akron Campus, Administrative Classroom, 10:40 am
We’re all ages, and all walks of life: single, married, widowed, divorced, etc. We study the Bible in discussion format and do activities monthly to get to know one another better on a more personal level. We support many missionaries and serve locally.
Ladies ABF at Green—Green Campus, Room 210, 10:40 am
Our ABF is made up of ladies of all ages: single, divorced, married, and widows who are at all points in their Christian walk. We incorporate discussion based study, take time to pray, and are quick to support anyone going through difficulty. We support missionaries and serve locally.
Running to Win—Green Campus, Room 222, 9:00 am
Our ABF is mid-life families and singles who are all about relationships and genuinely care about each other. We have adopted a missionary family in England and serve at the Greenview Inn Nursing Home.
Together in Christ—Akron Campus, Martin Center Library, 10:40 am
Mostly in our 40’s and 50’s, we’re a smaller and intimate group with both married couples and singles. We enjoy having visitors and will welcome anyone! Our teaching style is lecture oriented. In addition to individual outside ministries, we support missionaries and help maintain the local missionary house.
Assisted Learning
Beyond Limits—Akron Campus, Balcony Classroom, 10:40 am
Our class is designed to build disciples among adults with developmental disabilities as we intentionally seek to remove barriers and incorporate people with disabilities into the life of the congregation.
Creation to Christ—Green Campus, Assisted Learning Room, 10:40 am
A Disability Ministry class, we teach people with cognitive impairments that everyone is created in God’s image and will, helping them grow in relationship to God and participate in the church’s life and service.
Blended Families
New Beginnings—Akron Campus, Room 361, 10:40 am
Our group is for those in a blended family or considering the possibility in the future. We have relevant, honest, practical discussions with application for everyday life. We study the principles of God’s Word while building friendships. We support missionaries and serve at the Haven of Rest.
Empty Nesters
Connections ABF—Green Campus, Room 222, 7:45 am
We’re made up of singles, marrieds, widows, widowers, and never-marrieds ages 50s to 70s who are early risers, discussion oriented, and fellowship at different activities outside of class - all are welcome.
Cords of Three am—Akron Campus, Room 265/266, 10:40 am
We are primarily composed of “Empty Nesters” and have a discussion teaching style. Our class is involved in ministry and missionary support.
Daystar—Green Campus, Room 207, 10:40 am
We are a group of mostly empty-nesters (although all are welcome) who are very social and exist to promote the Gospel, the Body of Jesus Christ, and grow spiritually through God’s Word and prayer.
Sonrise—Akron Campus, Room 360, 10:40 am
Empty Nesters from late 40’s to late 60’s, we are bound together by Christ and teach directly from the Bible, usually book by book. Members say that they stay because they were made welcome! We help with international dinners and support a missionary.
Touching Lives for Christ—Akron Campus, Room 362, 10:40 am
We are a larger group of empty nesters with a discussion oriented teaching style. Our group is generous, supportive, service-oriented, and we have lots of fun socials. We’ve adopted missionaries and are involved in APS, Urban Vision, and the International Dinners.
Mid-Marrieds
Common Grounds—Green Campus, Room 207, 9:00 am
A fairly large Mid-marrieds group (mostly couples with children), we have four care groups within that make it easier to know names and share needs.
Focus—Akron Campus, Martin Center North Room, 10:40 am
40’s - 50’s with children of different ages, our mid-marrieds class is a fun, spiritually sound, and engaging group who are discussion oriented and very social. Our outreach includes: multiple missions trips, homeless ministry, missionary support, and Word on the Street.
Homebuilders I—Akron Campus, North Berean Room , 9:00 am
We are a group of mid-marrieds extremely active in various ministries. We have a relaxed teaching style with a lot of informal feedback and discussion. This class is very much involved with various global mission endeavors and faithful adopters of three missionaries.
Homebuilders II—Akron Campus, Room 263/264, 10:40 am
Our group is made up of mostly mid-married couples with a teaching style that involves discussion. We have several local ministries we support with our time and talents and we are a laid-back, social, fun-loving group that welcomes you!
Journey of Faith—Akron Campus, Room 363/364, 10:40 am
Our ABF is made of couples primarily in their late 20s - 40s. We grow in the Word, teaching from the scripture with life application topics and exegesis of the text. We do missionary support and serve at International dinners.
Lighthouse—Akron Campus, Berean Room North, 10:40 am
Our group is made of mid-life couples and singles. With a main teacher and two lay teachers, we learn yearly from the Old and New Testaments and study relevant topics for daily Christian living. We support two children through Compassion International and serve at the Haven of Rest.
Married & More—Akron Campus, Room 261/262, 10:40 am
We are a wide-range of mid-marrieds contributing to a strong community feel with regional care groups, fun activities, and a very interactive teaching style that draws the class to the Bible and together.
New Life Fellowship—Akron Campus, Room 260, 10:40 am
We’re a group of couples and singles, 40’s and 50’s, who are very devoted to one another. We teach in- depth Bible Study and practical application with discussion, teaching, and sometimes small groups. With a strong emphasis on missions, we often have mission’s speakers or reports in our class.
One Purpose—Green Campus, Room 201, 9:00 am
One Purpose is a fun group of about 30 members from early 30’s to late 50’s. We sit in a circle and do many activities to allow people to connect with others. Our Bible lessons are discussion oriented and we pray in small groups each week. We support missionaries and serve locally.
The Summit—Green Campus, Room 206, 9:00 am
A large group of mid marrieds, we are relaxed and love to laugh. We serve with Refuge of Hope and connect with missionaries in Papua.
Singles
Fresh Start—Akron Campus, Martin Center South Room, 10:40 am
We have a caring, supportive fellowship with an informal format for single adults who find themselves alone again after divorce, etc. and want to make a fresh start. We serve with adopted missionaries and locally with Chapel Divorce Recovery, Haven of Rest and APS.
Joyful Journey—Akron Campus, Room 260, 9:00 am
Joyful Journey is composed of single adults, most of whom are in their 40s and 50s and have either been divorced, widowed or never married. We enjoy getting together as a group for dinners out on occasion and enjoy attending and serving in other ministries at the Chapel as well!
Real Life at Akron—Martin Center, Center Ballroom, 9:00 am
For all singles in their 30’s our interactive and supportive group teaches with a mixture of discussion and topical studies. We have teaching every Sunday and also meet on Wednesday nights in Akron. We serve by supporting missionaries as well as local ministry.
Real Life at Green—Green Campus, Room 205, 10:40 am
For all singles in their 30’s our interactive and supportive group teaches with a mixture of discussion and topical studies. We have teaching every Sunday and also meet on Wednesday nights in Akron. We serve by supporting missionaries as well as local ministry.
Single Mom's ABF—Akron Campus, Administrative Classroom, 5:30 pm
A place where single moms can come for support, fellowship, and to learn God's Word. We encourage one another to be godly moms, especially with some of the challenges of singleness. Visit our Facebook page.
Singles in Fellowship—Great Commission Room, 9:00 am
We are older single adults who love each other and we have bonded together as a family in Christ. We do group studies and prayer sessions and are committed to caring for one another. We minister by supporting missionaries and serving locally.
Soaring Solo—Akron Campus, Martin Center: Knight Room 3, 10:40 am
As a single adult ministry our goal is to reach other singles in our community for Christ. We have many fellowship outings and have a great heart for missions here at home. We’re involved locally in ministries like First Glance, and also give our support to missionaries.
Synergy—Green Campus, Room 201, 10:40 am
Synergy is a group of college-age students who desire to explore God and implement his dreams into our lives. We’re off the first Sunday of every month to serve somewhere in the church. A mix of teaching and discussion will challenge both your heart and mind. Come check us out!
Young Families
Becoming One—Akron Campus, Room 365, 10:40 am
Mostly young families in early to mid-thirties, we are focused on discussion and working to serve others by helping out in the community.
Defining Moments—Akron Campus, Martin Center North Room, 9:00 am
Geared toward families with young kids, we’re called Defining Moments because we feel these are the greatest moments in our life, defining our faith and the faith of our children. We love involving kids in our ministries: adopting missionaries and supporting Urban Ministries and First Glance.
Elevation—Green Campus, Room 202, 9:00 am
Our class is targeted towards young families with a discussion based teaching style. We are a social and very intimate group with tight relationships, and we serve at the Haven of Rest.
E.P.I.C.—Green Campus, Room 208, 9:00 am
We’re young families (with elementary-aged children) who seek to experience God, participate with one another as a community, and be what Jesus would be. We serve by supporting Chapel Community Service and Harvest Home.
From the Beginning—Akron Campus, Room 267, 10:40am
We’re a diverse group of mostly young families who try to foster a strong sense of community throughout the week, majoring on studying the Bible together on Sunday mornings and being discipled by “Homebuilders I ABF.” We have adopted missionaries and support Urban Vision.
Mosaic—Green Campus, Room 124, 10:40 am
Our ABF is made up of Young Families who are caring, friendly, growing, and willing to serve! We support missionaries and several local ministries.
Young Families—Green Campus, Room 201, 6:45 pm on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays
Our group is composed of young families and includes discussion-based teaching. We meet on Wednesday nights at the Green Campus and usually take the summer months off, meeting September through May.
Young Families—Akron Campus, Room 352, 10:40 am
We are a group of young marrieds with small children. Our group has a discussion-oriented teaching style and we are currently seeking a ministry.
Young Marrieds
Honoring Our Vows—Akron Campus, Room 352, 9:00 am
20’s-30’s who have been married about 5 years or less, we work to help each other become better Christians in all aspects of life. We are very social and minister locally with the International dinners.
Young Marrieds—Green Campus, Room 222, 10:40 am
Mostly in our 20s and early 30s we are generally in our first five years of marriage. We meet every Sunday in facilitated discussion format to address issues related to marriage and growing in relationship with Jesus.
Young Marrieds PM—Akron Campus, Great Commission Room, 5:30 pm on Sunday
Our group is committed to growing in Christ, worshipping, and equipping each other. We’re discussion oriented and we have weekly Bible studies. Our local ministries include volunteering at the Haven of Rest.
Wisdom Years
Fellowheirs I—Akron Campus, Fellowship Hall, 8:00 am
Our group is made up of senior adults (age range: 60-80) with a passion for in depth Bible Study. We have regular class socials and are very devoted to caring for and praying for each other.
Fellowheirs II—Akron Campus, Learning Lab, 10:40 am
We’re a caring, fun-loving class of prayer warriors and truth-seekers. We’re blessed with a rotation of teachers who present Bible lessons with their own unique personality and richness. Acts 1:8 is our motto as we care for each other’s needs, serve Jesus Said Ministries, and reach out to world missions.
Inheritors—Akron Campus, Great Commission Room, 10:40 am
We are a loving group of senior adults who care for each other and are looking upward with anticipation. We have adopted missionaries and serve locally at the Haven of Rest.
Partners in Living—Green Campus, Room 206, 10:40 am
Ages between 50s and 70s, our group is lead by two teachers in a mixture of exposition and lively discussion. We have care groups, pray for one another, and include a morning breakfast determined by a rotation basis. We have adopted missionaries and Urban Vision is our local ministry.
Prime Time—Akron Campus, Dining Room, 10:40 am
We are a large group of married and single senior adults aged 55 and up. The teaching content can be a complete book series or topical. We include social activities and are split into care groups to support one another.
Prime Time I—Green Campus, Conference Room, 7:45 am
We are couples and singles aged 60s to 80s. This class is lecture-oriented and led by our main teacher as well as lay and guest teachers. Both hours are basically the same. We have care groups to look after one another and include social events that give us a chance to get to know one another better.
Prime Time II—Akron Campus, Conference Room, 10:40 am
We are couples and singles aged 60s to 80s. This class is lecture-oriented and led by our main teacher as well as lay and guest teachers. Both hours are basically the same. We have care groups to look after one another and include social events that give us a chance to get to know one another better.
Sojourners—Akron Campus, Berean Room South, 10:40 am
We are nearly all retirees in our sixties to eighties. Good at comforting and caring, we help one another and have a prayer chain to remember each other before our Heavenly Father. Many of our number are involved in a host of volunteer ministries.
FAQs About Visiting
Why should I go to an ABF or HABF?
There are lots of great reasons. A few are: to find friends in a huge church, to interact with people who are different than you, and to be a part of a more intimate community where people can share lives and grow together.
What should I wear?
For an ABF, wear whatever you would normally wear to a church service. So for a 9:00am ABF, wear clothes that you would wear to the 10:40am service and vice versa. HABFs, on the other hand, are much more informal.
What's going to happen?
Most ABFs and HABFs follow a similar format: social time, opening announcements and prayer, Bible lesson.
Do I need to be a Bible expert?
Absolutely not! Even if you've never opened a Bible, we still think an ABF or HABF is the right place for you!
How long should I attend services before I try an ABF or HABF?
One week. Seriously. The sooner you get into a smaller group, the better.
If I visit an ABF or HABF, does that mean I have to join?
Not at all. In fact, we encourage you to try multiple ABFs or HABFs! Many times it takes four or five tries before people find a group that fits with their personality.
Can I just show up?
Whatever is more comfortable for you. Some people prefer to contact the group leader first and others just want to show up!
Am I only allowed to try ABFs or HABFs that fit my affinity group (such as mid-marrieds or young singles)?
No. Feel free to try any ABF or HABF you think you might like. Usually people end up in groups that match their life stage, but there are plenty of people who break the mold! Go wherever you feel most comfortable.
Okay, I’m in. Who should I contact?
Contact Stephanie Huffman, 330.315.5910.
ABF by Location
Akron Campus ABFs
8:00 am
Fellowheirs I—Fellowship Hall
Our group is made up of senior adults (age range: 60-80) with a passion for in depth Bible Study. We have regular class socials and are very devoted to caring for and praying for each other in addition to helping with the Haven of Rest and International Dinners.
9:00 am
Defining Moments—Martin Center North Room
Geared toward families with young kids, we’re called Defining Moments because we feel these are the greatest moments in our life, defining our faith and the faith of our children. We love involving kids in our ministries: adopting missionaries and supporting Urban Ministries and First Glance.
Honoring Our Vows—Room 352
20’s-30’s who have been married about 5 years or less, we work to help each other become better Christians in all aspects of life. We are very social and minister locally with the International dinners.
Homebuilders I—Berean Room North
We are a group of mid-marrieds extremely active in various ministries. We have a relaxed teaching style with a lot of informal feedback and discussion. This class is very much involved with various global mission endeavors and faithful adopters of three missionaries.
Joyful Journey—Room 260
Joyful Journey is composed of single adults, most of whom are in their 40s and 50s and have either been divorced, widowed or never married. We enjoy getting together as a group for dinners out on occasion and enjoy attending and serving in other ministries at the Chapel as well!
Real Life—Martin Center, Central Ballroom
For all singles in their 30’s our interactive and supportive group teaches with a mixture of discussion and topical studies. We have teaching every Sunday and also meet on Wednesday nights in Akron. We serve by supporting missionaries as well as local ministry.
Singles in Fellowship—Great Commission Room
We are older single adults who love each other and we have bonded together as a family in Christ. We do group studies and prayer sessions and are committed to caring for one another. We minister by supporting missionaries and serving locally.
10:40am
Becoming One—Room 365
Mostly young families in early to mid-thirties, we are focused on discussion and working to serve others by helping out in the community and by supporting missionaries.
Beyond Limits—Balcony Classroom
Our class is designed to build disciples among adults with developmental disabilities as we intentionally seek to remove barriers and incorporate people with disabilities into the life of the congregation. We also support Through the Roof ministries.
City Lights—Martin Center Middle Room
We exist to teach sound doctrine to all people - socially, economically, ethnically and culturally. Seeking to be evangelical in the city of Akron through local outreach, we build into the lives of every believer through discipleship lived out within the church and in the local community.
Cords of Three am—Room 265/266
We are primarily composed of “Empty Nesters” and have a discussion teaching style. Our class is involved in ministry and missionary support.
Focus—Martin Center North Room
40’s - 50’s with children of different ages, our mid-marrieds class is a fun, spiritually sound, and engaging group who are discussion oriented and very social. Our outreach includes: multiple missions trips, homeless ministry, missionary support, and Word on the Street.
Fellowheirs II—Learning Lab
We’re a caring, fun-loving class of prayer warriors and truth-seekers. We’re blessed with a rotation of teachers who present Bible lessons with their own unique personality and richness. Acts 1:8 is our motto as we care for each other’s needs, serve Jesus Said Ministries, and reach out to world missions.
Fresh Start—Martin Center South Room
We have a caring, supportive fellowship with an informal format for single adults who find themselves alone again after divorce, etc. and want to make a fresh start. We serve with adopted missionaries and locally with Chapel Divorce Recovery, Haven of Rest and APS.
From the Beginning—Akron Campus, Room 267
We’re a diverse group of mostly young families who try to foster a strong sense of community throughout the week, majoring on studying the Bible together on Sunday mornings and being discipled by “Homebuilders I ABF.” We have adopted missionaries and support Urban Vision.
Homebuilders II—Room 263/264
Our group is made up of mostly mid-married couples with a teaching style that involves discussion. We have several local ministries we support with our time and talents and we are a laid-back, social, fun-loving group that welcomes you!
Inheritors—Great Commission Room
We are a loving group of senior adults who care for each other and are looking upward with anticipation. We have adopted missionaries and serve locally at the Haven of Rest.
Journey of Faith—Room 363/364
Our ABF is made of couples primarily in their late 20s - 40s. We grow in the Word, teaching from the scripture with life application topics and exegesis of the text. We do missionary support and serve at International dinners.
Kindred Spirit—Conference Room
We are at Kindred Spirit a herd of old goats, some of whom have been together since ABFs were invented! From early thirties to seventies we are bound by our love for Christ, one another and those that the Lord sends in our direction, including missionaries. We enjoy making people feel at home in our class.
Ladies ABF—Administrative Classroom
We’re all ages, and all walks of life: single, married, widowed, divorced, etc. We study the Bible in discussion format and do activities monthly to get to know one another better on a more personal level. We support many missionaries and serve locally.
Lighthouse—Berean Room North
Our group is made of mid-life couples and singles. With a main teacher and two lay teachers, we learn yearly from the Old and New Testaments and study relevant topics for daily Christian living. We support two children through Compassion International and serve at the Haven of Rest.
Married & More—Room 261/262
We are a wide-range of mid-marrieds contributing to a strong community feel with regional care groups, fun activities, and a very interactive teaching style that draws the class to the Bible and together. We serve at the food pantry as needed.
New Beginnings—Room 361
Our group is for those in a blended family or considering the possibility in the future. We have relevant, honest, practical discussions with application for everyday life. We study the principles of God’s Word while building friendships. We support missionaries and serve at the Haven of Rest.
New Life Fellowship—Room 260
We’re a group of couples and singles, 40’s and 50’s, who are very devoted to one another. We teach in- depth Bible Study and practical application with discussion, teaching, and sometimes small groups. With a strong emphasis on missions, we often have mission’s speakers or reports in our class.
Prime Time—Dining Room
We are a large group of married and single senior adults aged 55 and up. The teaching content can be a complete book series or topical. We include social activities, including many local ministries, and we split into care groups to support one another.
Soaring Solo—Martin Center: Knight Room 3
As a single adult ministry our goal is to reach other singles in our community for Christ. We have many fellowship outings and have a great heart for missions here at home. We’re involved locally in ministries like First Glance, and also give our support to missionaries.
Sojourners—Berean Room South
We are nearly all retirees in our sixties to eighties. Good at comforting and caring, we help one another and have a prayer chain to remember each other before our Heavenly Father. Many of our number are involved in a host of volunteer ministries.
Sonrise—Room 360
Empty Nesters from late 40’s to late 60’s, we are bound together by Christ and teach directly from the Bible, usually book by book. Members say that they stay because they were made welcome! We help with international dinners and support a missionary.
Together in Christ—Martin Center Library
Mostly in our 40’s and 50’s, we’re a smaller and intimate group with both married couples and singles. We enjoy having visitors and will welcome anyone! Our teaching style is lecture oriented. In addition to individual outside ministries, we support missionaries and help maintain the local missionary house.
Touching Lives for Christ—Room 362
We are a larger group of empty nesters with a discussion oriented teaching style. Our group is generous, supportive, service-oriented, and we have lots of fun socials. We’Ave adopted missionaries and are involved in APS, Urban Vision, and the International Dinners.
Young Families—Room 352
We are a group of young marrieds with small children. Our group has a discussion-oriented teaching style and we are currently seeking a ministry!
5:30pm
Cords of Three PM—Fellowship Hall
We are a larger group of over 40 people of all ages, married and single, and we have a teaching style that is discussion oriented.
Young Marrieds PM—Great Commission Room
Our group is committed to growing in Christ, worshipping, and equipping each other. We’re discussion oriented and we have weekly Bible studies. Our local ministries include volunteering at the Haven of Rest.
Single Mom's ABF—Administrative Classroom
A place where single moms can come for support, fellowship, and to learn God's Word. We encourage one another to be godly moms, especially with some of the challenges of singleness.
Wednesdays—5:30pm
Family Connections—Great Commission Room
All ages and stages of life, our class studies and discusses books of the Bible. We are a very personable and giving group who love to help each other and minister to those with needs. We support global missionaries and locally we help adopted members financially.
Green Campus ABFs
7:45am
Prime Time I—Conference Room
We are couples and singles aged 60s to 80s. This class is lecture-oriented and led by our main teacher as well as lay and guest teachers. Both hours are basically the same. We have care groups to look after one another and include social events that give us a chance to get to know one another better. We are also involved in many local ministries.
Connections ABF—Room 222
We’re made up of singles, marrieds, widows, widowers, and never-marrieds, 50s to 70s who are early risers, discussion oriented and fellowship at different activities outside of class - all are welcome. We served with Katrina Relief, Missionary housing and others.
9:00am
Common Grounds—Room 207
A fairly large Mid-marrieds group (mostly couples with children), we have four care groups within that make it easier to know names and share needs, and give our support to missionaries as ministry.
Elevation—Room 202
Our class is targeted towards young families with a discussion based teaching style. We are a social and very intimate group with tight relationships, and we serve at the Haven of Rest.
E.P.I.C.—Room 208
We’re young families (with elementary-aged children) who seek to experience God, participate with one another as a community, and be what Jesus would be. We serve by supporting Chapel Community Service and Harvest Home.
Inter@ct—Room 123
30 - 60’s and a variety of couples and singles, we include both topical and Bible studies in our class. We’re a very social group outside of class and have lots of intellectually challenging discussion on Sundays as well as support missionaries and First Glance.
Kingdom Seekers—Room 210
Pastor Steve Bucy teaches our group which is made up of all ages. Our teaching style is lecture and discussion oriented. We are committed to Christ, care about each other, and pray for one another. We’re a new ABF since 2009.
One Purpose—Room 201
One Purpose is a fun group of about 30 members from early 30’s to late 50’s. We sit in a circle and do many activities to allow people to connect with others. Our Bible lessons are discussion oriented and we pray in small groups each week. We support missionaries and serve locally.
Running to Win—Room 222
Our ABF is mid-life families and singles who are all about relationships and genuinely care about each other. We have adopted a missionary family in England and serve at the Greenview Inn Nursing Home.
The Summit—Room 206
A large group of mid marrieds, we are relaxed and love to laugh. We serve with Refuge of Hope and connect with missionaries in Papua.
10:40am
Creation to Christ—Assisted Learning Room
A Disability Ministry class, we teach people with cognitive impairments that everyone is created in God’s image and will, helping them grow in relationship to God and participate in the church’s life and service. Helping Through the Roof is our ministry.
Day Star—Room 207
We are a group of mostly empty-nesters (although all are welcome) who are very social and exist to promote the Gospel, the Body of Jesus Christ, and grow spiritually through God’s Word and prayer. We offer support to adopted missionaries.
Growing Together—Room 123
Primarily empty nesters, we are comfortable in adventure and serious students of God’s Word. We’re active in ministry, and passionate about prayer. Our teaching method is both discussion-oriented and lecture and we are involved in missionary adoption and local ministries. We welcome you to join us!
Joyful Noise—Room 211
We’re a socially eclectic ABF that was started to accommodate Chapel worship team members and their families, as well as visitors. We utilize Bible-focused teaching, encouraging group participation. We’ve adopted missionaries and serve locally too. We welcome you to join us!
Ladies ABF—Room 210
Our ABF is made up of ladies of all ages: single, divorced, married, and widows who are at all points in their Christian walk. We incorporate discussion based study, take time to pray, and are quick to support anyone going through difficulty. We support missionaries and serve locally.
Mosaic—Room 124
Our ABF is made up of Young Families who are caring, friendly, growing, and willing to serve! We support missionaries and several local ministries.
Partners in Living—Room 206
Ages between 50s and 70s, our group is lead by two teachers in a mixture of exposition and lively discussion. We have care groups, pray for one another, and include a morning breakfast determined by a rotation basis. We have adopted missionaries and Urban Vision is our local ministry.
Prime Time II—Conference Room
We are couples and singles aged 60s to 80s. This class is lecture-oriented and led by our main teacher as well as lay and guest teachers. Both hours are basically the same. We have care groups to look after one another and include social events that give us a chance to get to know one another better. We serve in many local ministries.
Real Life—Room 205
For all singles in their 30’s our interactive and supportive group teaches with a mixture of discussion and topical studies. We have teaching every Sunday and also meet on Wednesday nights in Akron. We serve by supporting missionaries as well as local ministry.
Synergy—Room 201
Synergy is a group of college-age students who desire to explore God and implement his dreams into our lives. We’re off the first Sunday of every month to serve somewhere in the church. A mix of teaching and discussion will challenge both your heart and mind. Come check us out!
Marrieds—Room 222
Mostly in our 20s and early 30s we are generally in our first five years of marriage. We meet every Sunday in facilitated discussion format to address issues related to marriage and growing in relationship with Jesus.
2nd & 4th Wednesdays, September-May
Young Families—Room 201
Our group is composed of young families and includes discussion-based teaching. We meet on Wednesday nights at the Green Campus and usually take the summer months off, meeting September through May, and volunteer at First Glance.
FAQs About Leading
For how long am I committing to this?
One year. Don’t feel badly if you try it and find out it’s not for you!
Do I need to be a Chapel member?
Yes.
Do I need to be a part of a Chapel ABF or HABF before I lead one?
Ideally yes, but there are always exceptions!
What skills does a leader need to have?
You only need to be able to do two things: love people and help people live out God’s Word.
How much formal training do I need to have?
None! We’ll provide all the training you need! We’re not looking for people with extensive training, but people who are growing in their faith.
How much support can I expect from The Chapel’s community department?
As much as you need. On a regular basis, we provide Teacher Training, small leader groups that meet around the breakfast table, and one-on-one meetings with pastors. You can use as many or few of these resources as you find helpful.
Okay, I’m in. Who should I contact?
Contact Stephanie Huffman, 330.315.5910.
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