We are created to live in community and not in isolation. Physically, we do live in a community, but spiritually, socially, and relationally, we often live our lives in isolation. We find ourselves with no one to turn to when we have a major issue that has just surfaced in our life. Living in community affords us the opportunity to more wholly experience God through close relationships as we play and pray together, as we encourage and help one another, and as we study and live out God’s word together.
At our church, a small group usually consists of 7-15 attendees in various life stages who meet on a regular basis in someone's home. These communities are about establishing relationships that encourage us to grow spiritually, offer mercy towards one another in our time of need, and, as groups, be the hand of justice in our community and the world around us. These groups embody our 5 core values: biblical teaching, authentic worship, compassionate service, meaningful relationships, and an outward focus.
If you're interested in leading a small group, being in a small group, or providing child care for a small group, please contact us at smallgroups@forkchristian.org
Current Small Groups
Warner Small Group (443-319-0017): Mark and Maria Warner, Leaders.
mmwarner123@verizon.net; mewarner17@gmail.com
Demographic: Couples/singles mostly aged 40’s to 50’s
Studies: “Book of Revelation”
Time/place: Meets Fridays at 7:30 PM in Fallston/Bel Air (Starts 9/22)
Childcare: No
Open Group
Dunn Small Group (443-858-6953): Harry and Patti Dunn, Leaders
thezoomania@yahoo.com; veggie_tales1@juno.com
Demographic: Couples/singles aged late 40’s to upper 70’s
Studies: In depth Bible study. Currently Studying through the Gospel of Luke
Time/place: Meets Tuesday evenings at 7:00 PM in Kingsville (FCC)
Childcare: No
Open Group
Brazle Young Adult Small Group (314-541-9125): Virgil and Barb Brazle, Leaders
virgil@forkchristian.org; bbrazle@icloud.com
Demographic. Young Singles 18-28
Studies: “Freeway” how to overcome setbacks and the toxic habits that hold us back.
Time: Meets at 7:00 Tuesday evenings in Abingdon
Child Care: No
Open Group
Bonomo Small Group (443-653-2098): Angie and Jon Bonomo, Leaders
bonomoangelat@gmail.com; nonnabonomo@gmail.com; jjbonomo5@yahoo.com
Demographic: Singles and Couples mid 30’s-60’s
Studies: Warren Wiersbe study on Revelation
Time: Meets 1st and 3rd Sunday evenings at 6:00pm in Kingsville (FCC)
Childcare: Can be provided
Open Group
Addington Small Group (410-336-4448): Len and Linda Jo Addington, Leaders
eladdington@gmail.com; lenlinjo@juno.com
Demographic: Couples and singles aged 50-70.
Studies: TBD
Time/place: Meets Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM in various locations: Kingsville/Abingdon/Fork (Starts 9/27)
Childcare: No
Open Group
Men’s Small Group (443-345-7625): Dave Brown/Tom Sweitzer, Leaders
david-e-brown@live.com; tsweitz99@comcast.net
Demographic: Men of all ages.
Studies: The 33 Series: A Man and His Design
Time/place: Meets Thursday Evenings from 6:30-8:30 in Perry Hall
Childcare: No
Open Group
Anderson Small Group (410-666-3671): John and Jean Anderson, Leaders
ande3671@gmail.com
Demographic: Couples age range 40’s-50’s
Studies: Tommy Nelson Study on Romans
Time: Starts September 16 and meets every other Saturday evening at 7:00 in Phoenix
Childcare: No
Open Group
Douglass Small Group (410-935-5075): Geoff and Layna Douglass, Leaders
gdouglass37@gmail.com; ezdig@outlook.com
Demographic: Primarily couples. (Kids aged 10-16. Adults 40-65)
Studies: Current Study on the Book of Acts. Planning to move to a video series with discussion
Time/place: Generally Every other Friday evening at 7:00 in Fallston
Childcare: No (But age-range kids are welcome)
Open Group