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
DAYTIME SMALL GROUP
(443-717-3889): Dennis Kozlowski, Leader; dennis@forkchristian.org
Demographic: Couples and Singles who prefer to meet during daytime hours
Current Study: TBD
Time/place: Meets Wednesday mornings at 10:00 in Kingsville. (Small Groups Building at FCC)
Childcare: No
Open Group (Starting in November)
Mincey Small Group
(410-967-4947): Micah and Lanesha Mincey, Leaders; psalm1001@yahoo.com
Demographic: Couples of all ages
Current Study: TBD
Time/place: Meets every Friday or every other Friday evening in Abingdon/Harford County
Childcare: As needed
Open Group (Starting Soon)
Smedley Small Group
(443-909-6238) Greg and Devon Smedley, Leaders; gregsmedley0@gmail.com
Demographic: Couples/Singles, with or without kids (we're married and have a 2nd, 4th, and 6th grader). Especially for those who are new to Fork, new to small groups...maybe you're new to exploring Church and Jesus or have been around for a while but are looking to plug in. We'd love to have you.
Current Study: Dark Horses Sermon Series Study: A recognition that God uses all kinds of people to accomplish his purposes. Taking a deeper look at the topic presented on Sunday morning with “Dig In” questions while doing life together
Time/place: Meets Wednesday evenings at 6:30 in in Forest Hill.
Childcare: As needed
Open Group (Starting soon)
tHE Marriage Small Group
(443-686-0444) Josh and Jen Ernest, Leaders; jjernest@gmail.com
Demographic: Couples who want to strengthen their Marriages
Current Study: Studies geared toward strengthening marriages and families. Also plans to do fellowship and outreaches.
Time/place: Meets 1st and 3rd Wednesday evenings at 6:30 in in Abingdon.
Childcare: Yes
Open Group
Haltom Small Group
(443-301-8337): Josh and Julie Haltom, Leaders; josh@forkchristian.org
Demographic: Couples, aged 30's and 40's with young kids.
Current Study: TBD
Time/place: Meets Tuesday evenings at 6:30 PM in Kingsville. (Small Groups Building at FCC)
Childcare: Yes
Open Group (Starts 11/6)
Bohart Small Group
(443-421-9151): Russ and Nora Bohart, Leaders; russ.bohart@gmail.com
Demographic: All adults are welcome. Timing is especially convenient for parents dropping their High School kids off at Youth Group.
Current Study: Dark Horses Sermon Series Study: A recognition that God uses all kinds of people to accomplish his purposes. Taking a deeper look at the topic presented on Sunday morning with “Dig In” questions while doing life together
Time/place: Meets Sunday evenings at 6:00 PM in Kingsville. (Fireplace Room, Worship Center Building at FCC)
Childcare: Yes
Open Group
Shimaitis Small Group
(410-404-5315): Liz Shimaitis, Leader; Lizzys1017@gmail.com
Demographic: Women of all ages, especially moms with kids
Current Study: “Me, Myself and Lies” by Jennifer Rothschild
Time/place: Meets Thursday mornings at 9:15 in Kingsville. (Fireplace Room, Worship Center Building at FCC)
Childcare: Yes
Open Group
Cessna Small Group
(410-215-5760): Kelly and Teri Cessna, Leaders; kkcessna@gmail.com
Demographic: Couples and Singles of all ages
Current Study: Dark Horses Sermon Series Study: A recognition that God uses all kinds of people to accomplish his purposes. Taking a deeper look at the topic presented on Sunday morning with “Dig In” questions while doing life together
Time/place: Meets Thursday evenings at 6:30 PM in Jarrettsville.
Childcare: No
Open Group
Hiemstra Small Group
(410-258-6412): Tristan and Eric Hiemstra, Leaders; cpa2go@gmail.com
Demographic: Adults of all age especially those who love kids
Current Study: TBD
Time/place: Meets Friday evenings at 6:30 PM in Glen Arm.
Childcare: Yes
Open Group
Wingerd Small Group
(410-618-6825) Paul and Jolene Wingerd, Leaders; pawf4i@yahoo.com
Demographic: Parents of Elementary age children
Current Study: Growing Kids with Character-by Hettie Brittz
Time/place: Meets Monday evenings at 6:00 PM in White Marsh.
Childcare: Yes
Open Group (Starting soon)
Anderson Small Group
(410-456-1597): John and Jean Anderson, Leaders; ande3671@gmail.com
Demographic: Adults ages 50’s and 60’s
Current Study: James MacDonald study called The Wanderer Time/place: Every other Saturday evenings at 7:00 PM in Phoenix.
Childcare: No
Open Group
Lindhorst Small Group
(410-240-2072, 410-240-0746): Kim and Chrys Lindhorst, Leaders; klindhorst71@gmail.com; alliesdad17@yahoo.com
Demographic: Couples but open to anyone
Current Study: “Your Comeback” by Tony Evans.
Time/Place: Meets Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:00 PM in Kingsville
Childcare: Yes
Open Group
Right Now Small Group
(443-996-7729): Ben Cantler, Kevin Williams, Leaders; ben@forkchristian.org
Demographic: Couples, aged 30's and 40's with young kids.
Current Study: Book of Judges -“Unpacking the truth of God’s grace in the midst of human wickedness” by JD Greear.
Time/place: Meets Wednesday evenings at 6:30 PM in Kingsville. (Small Groups Building at FCC)
Childcare: Yes
Open Group
Murphy Small Group
(410-913-3121): Kym Murphy, Leader; kymmmurphy@hotmail.com
Demographic: Ladies only (especially for women who attend church without a spouse)
Current Study: "The End of Me - Where Real Life in the Upside-Down Ways of Jesus Begins" by Kyle Idleman.
Time/place: Monday nights 6:30 pm in Kingsville (Small Groups Building at FCC)
Childcare: No
Open Group
Humphrey Small Group
(443-722-3617,443-831-0974): Jim & Linda Humphrey, Leaders; Jameshumphrey5472@yahoo.com
Demographic: open to couples or singles of all ages
Current Study: Dark Horses Sermon Series Study: A recognition that God uses all kinds of people to accomplish his purposes. Taking a deeper look at the topic presented on Sunday morning with “Dig In” questions while doing life together
Time/place: Monday’s at 6:30 pm in Essex
Childcare: No
Open Group
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
Current Study: “Come Thirsty” by Max Lucado
Time/place: Meets Fridays at 7:30 PM in Fallston/Bel Air
Childcare: No
Open Group
Dunn Small Group
(443-858-6953): Harry and Patti Dunn, Dave Spurrier, Leaders; thezoomania@yahoo.com; veggie_tales1@juno.com; dspursmaker@gmail.com
Demographic: Couples/singles aged mid 30’s to upper 70’s (But older and younger are welcome)
Current Study: In depth Bible study through the Gospel of Luke
Time/place: Meets Tuesday evenings at 7:00 PM in Kingsville (Brick FLC Building at 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
Current Study: Dark Horses Sermon Series Study: A recognition that God uses all kinds of people to accomplish his purposes. Taking a deeper look at the topic presented on Sunday morning with “Dig In” questions while doing life together
Time/place: Meets at 7:00 Tuesday evenings in Abingdon
Child Care: No
Open Group
Bonomo Small Group
(443-653-2098): Angie and John Bonomo, Leaders; bonomoangelat@gmail.com; nonnabonomo@gmail.com
Demographic: Currently singles and Couples mid 30’s-60’s (But older and younger are welcome)
Current Study: Warren Wiersbe study on Revelation
Time/place: Meets 1st and 3rd Sunday morning immediately following the 9am service in Kingsville (Small Groups Building at FCC)
Childcare: No
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 (But older and younger are welcome)
Current Study: Book of Ephesians, using the John MacArthur Study Guide
Time/place: Meets Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM in various locations: Kingsville/Abingdon/Fork
Childcare: No
Open Group
Men’s Small Group
(443-374-7791, 443-567-8200): Craig Mansour and Mike Hopkins, Leaders; craig4jenn@gmail.com; maajicman@hotmail.com
Demographic: Men of all ages.
Current Study: 33 Series “A Man and His Work”
Time/place: Meets Thursday Evenings from 6:30-8:30 in in Kingsville (Small Groups Building at FCC)
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)
Current Study: 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
Joppatowne Small Group
(443-992-3928): Lisa Galanis, Lois Harris, Leaders; lisagalanis@umm.edu; fharris777@comcast.net
Demographic: Couples/singles aged late 40’s to upper 70’s.
Current Study: Very in depth Bible study on the Book of Ezra
Time/place: Meets every other Tuesday evening. 6:30 for dinner, 7:30 for study in Joppatowne
Childcare: No
Open Group for the advanced student