Grow groups are an interactive, communal time for adults to grow deeper in their love for God and one another. The small group atmosphere fosters an interactive and participatory environment leading to transformation in people's lives. Grow groups exist to support spiritual transformation by encouraging and equipping one another to be rooted, alive and bearing fruit in the kingdom of God.

Grow groups focus on four different areas: Foundations of the faith, becoming rooted in Christ, living abundantly, and being shaped for service. Every quarter new Grow Groups begin, while some continue on to bring the learning deeper. Grow Group information and maps to find the classrooms are available at the Ministry Programs desk in the Lobby.

"If we love one another, God abides in us, and His love has been perfected in us." 1 John 4:12

If you have the gift of teaching and are interested in leading a Grow Group, contact Chris Schroeder. Madison welcomes new teachers who adhere to our Beliefs and Shared Values and who have a passion to reach adults with the Word.

Chris Schroeder
954-0776
email

Sundays 8:30 a.m. Grow Groups

Philippians: A Pastor’s Letter of Support (Core Group)

Paul’s letter from prison to the Philippians was more than thanks for their gift and well wishes. He wanted to show how God was working through these difficult circumstances and to encourage them to persist in their own difficulties while growing in the bond of Christ’s love.

Encourager Teachers: Bruce Katje, Rich Rockwood
Length: 12 weeks
Location: 304

Recovery: Growing Through Community

What chains bind you? Do you desire to be spiritually free? We invite you to explore the biblical foundation and mechanics of a twelve-step recovery program. For men 18 years and older.

Encourager Teachers: Herb Hollis
Length: Ongoing
Location: 307 & 308

Sundays 10 a.m. Grow Groups

Beth Moore Bible Study: The Book of Daniel

An in depth Bible Study for women. The Old Testament prophet Daniel, faced with the trials and temptations of his day, learned through experience that God is in control, He is absolutely sovereign, never shaken, and nothing can detour His plan for the ages. Come, and be encouraged as God reveals Himself to us in His Word. (For women 18 and older) *

Encourager Teacher: Mary Van Valkenburg
Length: 36 weeks
Location: En Gedi Center downstairs

Discover How Your Jewish Roots Enrich your Christian Walk

How does God reveal Truth to Adam, Abraham, Gideon and Paula…and to you? To what extent is our New Testament faith built upon an Old Testament foundation? Join our Jewish Roots Group to find out. (For 9th Grade and older).

Encourager Teacher: Ron Van Valkenburg
Length: 36 weeks
Location: En Gedi Center: Downstairs

Small Group 101

Are you relatively new to Madison and haven’t joined a Care Group yet? Experience a taste of what it’s like to be in a Care Group: care and be cared for, pray and share, and get into the Word. By the end of our 12 weeks we’ll help you get plugged into a Care Group. Class Size is limited to 12 people.

Encourager Teacher: Chris Hamstra
Length: 12 weeks
Location: Church Office, Upstairs

Investigating God (Core Group)

Do you have questions about the Christian faith? This group, designed for seekers, assumes you have questions, even objections to the Christian faith, but that you may want to get beyond where you are. This group will be highly interactive, so come prepared to participate. *

Encourager Teacher: Carol Petter
Length: 8 weeks
Location: 305/306

Growing our Hearts to Improve our Marriages

Learn from older women and your peers how to keep your marriage growing in strength, satisfaction and purpose. For Women Only . Class Size limit of 10.

Encourager Teachers: Mary Boes, Kinita Schripsema
Length: 12 weeks
Location: En Gedi Center: Living Room

What is your Parenting Toolbox?

Parents of elementary school age children are invited to join us as we develop a practical Biblical plan for parenting based on the Homebuilder’s Parenting Series. Come and be encouraged as you connect with other parents and receive some helpful tools for building character in your children.

Encourager Teachers: Betts Russell, Jennie Lou Amy
Length: 12 weeks
Location: Room 206/207

Faithful Conversations about Immigration

We will use our own stories of immigration, news articles, film, and guest speakers to develop a broad view of immigration and its economic, political, social, and spiritual realities for today’s immigrant. These will be shaped to encourage one another toward a faithful response.

Encourager Teachers: Kate Kooyman, Kristin Meyer
Length: 12 weeks
Location: Room307/308

Network: Discovering your Spiritual Gifts (Core Group)

Do you want to enjoy a fruitful and fulfilling ministry at Madison? Join us to discover your gifts, passion, and personal style through participating in a Network training done in community.

Encourager Teacher: Krista Harmon
Length: 12 weeks
Location: room 301

Newcomers: Getting Connected (Core Group)

Do you desire greater awareness of Madison’s Vision, Mission, and Shared Values and want to know how you can become a member of Madison Square Church? If so, you are encouraged to join our Newcomers’ Group.

Encourager Teacher: Tom Mockabee
Length: 8 weeks
Location: Church Office main floor

Finding the Heart’s true Home

Join with us to discover and practice a variety of prayer modes through the use of your senses. As you do so, discover a growing love relationship with Jesus as you live into how he has uniquely created you to worship him.

Sundays 11:30 a.m. Grow Groups

College Ministry

Join us for weekly sermon discussions and first Sunday of the month noon lunches. On weekdays, join a college-age Care Group. Students are also encouraged to join a Sunday intergenerational Grow Group at 8:30 or 10 a.m.

Encourager Leader: Nalini Suganandam
Length: 36 weeks
Location: Restorers, just north of the church at 1413 Madison ave. S.E.