The Meadows Family - Every Other Sunday at 5PM (Lakeside)
Join Aaron and Amanda Meadows as they open up their home in Lakeside every other Sunday at 5pm to a little “chaos and conversation”. These unique, intentional small groups provide an opportunity for whole families to grow their faith together. In this group, everyone will share a meal together before sitting down to talk about the current sermon series, and kids are encouraged to participate in answering the discussion questions. This small group will launch on Sunday, January 26 and run through the end of April.
This is a CONNECTION GROUP: Connection Groups meet every other week and focus primarily on building community amongst small group members. There will be a few discussion questions that follow along with the current sermon series, but they are more relationship-oriented than content-oriented.
Learn about the leaders: Aaron is a pharmacist, while Amanda is a nurse. They have two boys, Luke and Noah, and they enjoy gardening and biking with the kids in the springtime. They also have three lovely cats, Oliver, Winston, and Luna.
The Benitez Family - Sundays at 5PM (N. Chesterfield)
Join Jaron and Jennifer Benitez in their home in N. Chesterfield for a "Chaos & Conversations" style small group where families of all shapes and sizes are invited to participate in learning about God together. Every other week, their Sunday evening small group kicks off at 5 pm with kids and adults joining in to answer ice-breaker questions, read scripture, and talk about the current sermon series. Their group will launch on Sunday, January 26!
This is a CONNECTION GROUP: Connection Groups meet every other week and focus primarily on building community amongst small group members. There will be a few discussion questions that follow along with the current sermon series, but they are more relationship-oriented than content-oriented.
This is a CONNECTION GROUP: Connection Groups meet every other week and focus primarily on building community amongst small group members. There will be a few discussion questions that follow along with the current sermon series, but they are more relationship-oriented than content-oriented.
Learn more about the leaders: Jaron works in property management, while Jennifer is in sales. In the springtime, they love to go on walks while avoiding the pollen (it’s a tricky balance). On a movie night, they are most likely to pick something in the comedy, action, or thriller genre.
Transformation 101 - Every Monday at 7PM (Carytown)
Feeling stuck? Not sure how to move forward with your life goals?
This eight-week class, Transformation 101, begins on Monday, February 3rd, and runs through Monday, March 24. Chris Barras will help lead you through this powerful curriculum that helps you root out what is holding you back and take some real steps forward in faith. We will meet 7:00-9:00 PM each Monday night at 2810: a community gathering place. The class is $75 per person.
Hastings/Schleicher - Tuesdays at 6:30AM (Carytown)
Beginning Tuesday, January 28, Earl and Keith will co-lead this early morning small group to discuss the book The Jesus I Never Knew by Phillip Yancey. This book provides an in-depth look at the complex character of Jesus throughout the gospels, who generates questions as well as answers--a disturbing and exhilarating Jesus who wants to transform your life and stretch your faith. Hot coffee will be available every week. No childcare. This small group launches on Tuesday, January 28, and will run through the end of April.
This is a GROWTH GROUP: These groups meet every week and are more intentional about diving deep into the current sermon series (or chosen book study). While we still build strong bonds of community, the discussion questions will dig deeper into how to apply the biblical content to our daily lives. Their small group will launch on Tuesday, January 29 and run through the end of April.
Learn about the leaders: Earl and Keith have been serving side by side for years now, both as Sunday morning greeters and leading early morning small groups. In the spring, Earl loves going to a Richmond Flying Squirrels game, while Keith prefers to catch the Phillies in action whenever he can.
Moms of Little Explorers - Every other Tuesday at 9:30AM (Bon Air)
Calling all moms with little explorers ages 0-4 years old... Consider joining this connection group where moms of littles will meet in my home some weeks and in libraries other weeks for a chance to cultivate friendship while the little ones engage in play. That said, no childcare is provided but your little explorer is welcome to join as this group will embrace the "chaos and conversation" style of connection group. The group will meet Tuesdays from 9:30AM - 11AM in the Clack family home in Bon Air or in one of three libraries (Bon Air, Libbie Mill, Main). Coffee and pastries will be provided on weeks when meeting in my home. This small group launches on Tuesday, January 28 and runs through the end of April.
This is a CONNECTION GROUP: Connection Groups meet every other week and focus primarily on building community amongst small group members. There will be a few discussion questions that follow along with the current sermon series, but they are more relationship-oriented than content-oriented.
Learn about the leader: Janira is learning to be a stay-at-home mom after years of loving her career. Her favorite movies are thought-provoking thrillers like The Matrix and Inception. In the spring, she loves to check out the Cherry Blossoms in D.C.
The Anderson Family - Tuesdays at 7PM (West End)
Join Taylor and Melody Anderson, their sweet girl Avery, and their cats, Jack and Scout, at their home in the West End on Tuesday nights at 7pm. This group will meet every week and will discuss the current sermon series. (No childcare will be available for this group, but if you need help finding in-home childcare, please reach out to info@area10church.com) This small group launches on Tuesday, January 28 and runs through the end of April.
This is a GROWTH GROUP: These groups meet every week and are more intentional about diving deep into the current sermon series (or chosen book study). While we still build strong bonds of community, the discussion questions will dig deeper into how to apply the biblical content to our daily lives.
Learn about the leaders: At work, Taylor is an engineer and Melody is a high school English teacher. In the spring, Taylor and Melody love watching their daughter Avery laugh at the animals at Maymont, or curling up with a good book (Taylor - sci-fi/fantasy; Melody - historical fiction).
Young Adults - Tuesdays at 6:30PM (Carytown)
Are you a young adult searching for community? This small group, led by Tanner Joyce and Rachel Casselberry, is for young adults with a focus on building meaningful connections and pursuing spiritual growth. Join us on Tuesday nights for a time of fellowship at 2810! This group will launch Tuesday, January 28 and run through the end of April.
This is a GROWTH GROUP: These groups meet every week and are more intentional about diving deep into the current sermon series (or chosen book study). While we still build strong bonds of community, the discussion questions will dig deeper into how to apply the biblical content to our daily lives.
Learn more about the leaders: In the spring, Tanner enjoys going on outdoor runs or reading a fantasy or mystery books, while Rachel enjoys trying out new baking recipes and trying them out on members of her small group (hint hint).
The Genier Family - Tuesdays at 7PM (Northside)
John and Adrianna Genier are hosting this weekly small group in their home on the Northside, in the Bellevue neighborhood. Come hang out on Tuesdays at 7pm for snacks and conversation. This group is open to all ages and life stages. This small group launches on Tuesday, January 28 and runs through the end of April.
This is a GROWTH GROUP: These groups meet every week and are more intentional about diving deep into the current sermon series (or chosen book study). While we still build strong bonds of community, the discussion questions will dig deeper into how to apply the biblical content to our daily lives.
Learn about the leaders: Adri and John have been at Area 10 for 14+ years. John works in software development, and Adri is on staff at A10 as our office admin and director of 2810. In the springtime, they like to get outside - biking, paddleboarding, hiking - Anything to shake off the winter!
The Dansbach Family - Every Other Wednesday at 6:00 PM (Mechanicsville)
Bill and Emily will open their home on Wednesday evenings at 6pm in Mechanicsville for an ongoing conversation around the current sermon series. This group will meet every other week and plans to share meals together, as well as offer childcare where group members will take turns hanging out with the kids. If you’re ready to do life with other young families, then this group will be a great fit for you! This small group launches on Wednesday, January 29 and runs through the end of April.
This is a CONNECTION GROUP: Connection Groups meet every other week and focus primarily on building community amongst small group members. There will be a few discussion questions that follow along with the current sermon series, but they are more relationship-oriented than content-oriented.
Learn about the leaders: Bill is an elementary gym teacher and Emily works in marketing. They have a beautiful almost-two-year-old girl named Ruth and a cat named Gwen. In their free time, Bill loves watching sports while Emily prefers to curl up with a good book (mostly cozy mysteries and rom-coms), but they both love going on outdoor adventures with their girl.
The Leahey Family - Thursdays at 7:00PM (Hanover)
Join Patrick and Katherine Leahey in their home in Hanover for a growth group based on the current sermon series. Every week, their Thursday small group kicks off at 7 pm with snacks and conversation starters about the previous Sunday's message. This group will kick off on Thursday, January 30.
This is a GROWTH GROUP: These groups meet every week and are more intentional about diving deep into the current sermon series (or chosen book study). While we still build strong bonds of community, the discussion questions will dig deeper into how to apply the biblical content to our daily lives.
Learn more about the leaders: Patrick works in data analytics while Katherine is in social work. They have two amazing kids, Bella and Mitchell, as well as some spunky/silly dogs. In the spring, Pat and Kat enjoy spending time outdoors (once all the pollen is gone).
Eres/Linkenhoker Bible Study - Thursdays at 6:30PM (West End)
On Thursday nights, Dan Eres is opening his home in the West End and co-leading with George and Johanna Linkenhoker as their small group continues on their journey of reading through the Bible in a year. When you join this group, they will be in the midst of learning about the old kings of Israel and the prophets who were trying to get the nation back on track. Don’t worry about coming in late because there is still a lot of Bible left to explore and learn about together! Each week this group shares dinner together on a rotating voluntary sign-up basis. Childcare is not available for this group.
This is a GROWTH GROUP: These groups meet every week and are more intentional about diving deep into the current sermon series (or chosen book study). While we still build strong bonds of community, the discussion questions will dig deeper into how to apply the biblical content to our daily lives.
More about the leaders: During the day, Dan works in IT risk management, but on weekends in the springtime, he loves to go hiking. He loves action/suspense movies or thrillers, and he’s always up to enjoy a solid YA dystopian novel.
The Owen Family - Every Other Sunday at 5PM (Southside) - CLOSED
Join TJ and Alle Owen in their home on the Southside for a "Chaos & Conversations" style small group where families of all shapes and sizes are invited to participate in learning about God together. Every other week, their Sunday evening small group kicks off at 5 pm with a family-style dinner, followed by kids and adults joining in to answer ice-breaker questions, read scripture, and talk about the current sermon series. Their small group will launch on Sunday, February 2 and run through the end of April.
This small group is at capacity and no longer able to accept additional sign ups.
This is a CONNECTION GROUP: Connection Groups meet every other week and focus primarily on building community amongst small group members. There will be a few discussion questions that follow along with the current sermon series, but they are more relationship-oriented than content-oriented.
Learn more about the leaders: TJ works for Area 10 as the Student Minister, while Alle works in a different kind of ministry as a hairdresser. In the spring, TJ loved a combination of hiking and birding, while Alle prefers paddleboarding or reading fantasy novels.
The Woolard Family - Mondays at 6:30PM (Southside) - CLOSED
Join Zach and Rachel Woolard in their home on the Southside for a growth group based on the current sermon series. Every week, their Monday evening small group kicks off at 6:30 pm with snacks around their backyard firepit (weather permitting) and conversation starters about the previous Sunday's message. The first Monday of the month, we will host a potluck dinner and focus our time on getting to know each other better. This group will kick off on Monday, January 27th and run through the end of April.
This small group is at capacity and no longer able to accept additional sign ups.
This is a GROWTH GROUP: These groups meet every week and are more intentional about diving deep into the current sermon series (or chosen book study). While we still build strong bonds of community, the discussion questions will dig deeper into how to apply the biblical content to our daily lives.
Learn about the leaders: In the springtime, Zach is normally out looking for birds, planting trees, or catching Pokemon, while Rachel prefers going for long walks by the James River, taking an art class, or fostering a fresh batch of kittens. They both love playing board games and watching british nature documentaries.
Lytle - Every Other Tuesday at 6:30PM (Huguenot Park) - CLOSED
Come over to the Lytle Household in North Chesterfield every other Tuesday night for a connection group designed to help you find authentic community with others. The conversation will center around the current sermon series. Childcare will be available if needed. This small group launches on Tuesday, January 28 and runs through the end of April.
This is a CONNECTION GROUP: Connection Groups meet every other week and focus primarily on building community amongst small group members. There will be a few discussion questions that follow along with the current sermon series, but they are more relationship-oriented than content-oriented.
More about the leader: In the spring, Topher loves being outside but the pollen often keeps him indoors reading a book or putting together a new LEGO set.
This group has reached capacity and can no longer accept new sign ups.