Connect Groups

Shared Interests

Lasting Friendships

Deeper Faith

Spring 2026

Starting February 22

Life is better together! Our Connect Groups are designed to help you build meaningful relationships while growing in your faith.

Whether you’re looking for friendship, encouragement, or just a space to share life, there’s a Connect Group for you.

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Sunday Groups

No Connect Groups

Book: If My people pray.

The door to a new relationship with Christ is opened by prayer . It is a relationship we cannot live without. Let us seek the power our Father wants to have and go.

When

Sun

TBD

Instructor

Judith Davidson

Where

TBD

Pickleball

Love pickleball or curious to try it? This is a relaxed, welcoming group centered on casual play, good laughs, and meaningful connection.

When

Sun

9:00 AM

Instructor

Sifa Potauaine

Where

Fairland Sports & Aquatics Complex

Wear Your Faith

WEAR YOUR FAITH is a conversation-based group for anyone curious about how faith, confidence, and everyday life connect—including what we wear and why.

When

Sun

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Instructor

Donna Cameron

Where

Ammendale & Zoom

Men of Valor

Are you looking to grow as a man of valor?

When

Sun

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Instructor

Safary Wa-Mbaleka

Where

Zoom

Exercise Group

A progressive exercise program for all ages led by youth and medical personnel for up to 15 individuals from10 years old and older.

When

Sun

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Instructor

Judith Davidson

Where

In person

Families with young kids

Come and connect with other parents of small kids. It's part play date, part adult time, all fun.

When

Sun

10:30 AM

Instructor

Blossom Gantt

Where

In person

Practical Computing

Need a little technology help? Want to learn some popular apps?

When

Sun

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Instructor

Vicky Oliver

Where

Youth House

Stories & Conversations

Stories & Conversations is a Book Club Connect Group designed for readers and non-readers alike—a space where curiosity matters more than how much you read.

When

Sun

TBD

Instructor

Krysten Thomas

Where

TBD

Bird Nirds

Birding for Beginners. Discover God’s living, moving artwork pieces in your local communities! Bring your binoculars, a good pair of shoes, and some water.

When

Sun

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Instructor

Lori Rios

Where

Various

Brunch Connect Group — A Place to Belong

Join Lead Pastor Edwin and First Lady Lisanette for something more than brunch— a safe place to connect, grow, and be real.

When

Sun

11:00 AM

Instructor

Edwin & Lisanette Vargas

Where

Various

Missional Crocheting

Ever wanted to learn to crochet? Ready to dust off your old hook?

When

Sun

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Instructor

Vicky Oliver

Where

Youth House

Monday Groups

No Connect Groups

Youth Pickup Basketball

Pickup basketball for youth ages 12-16

When

Mon

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Instructor

Justin Hall

Where

BAS Gym

Tuesday Groups

No Connect Groups

Wednesday Groups

No Connect Groups

Bible Study

A Bible Study group for people who are new to the faith or want to brush up on the Christian basics.

When

Wed

8:00 PM, every other week

Instructor

Jonathan Gantt

Where

Red Words Cafe in LivingWellABC

Thursday Groups

No Connect Groups

Healthful Living

Connect Group “Healthful Living” where we explore the benefits of eating healthier.

When

Thu

7:00 PM

Instructor

Jasseth Palmer

Where

Zoom

Lessons from the Creator: Devotional stories that touch the Heart

"Lessons from the Creator" is a collection of short stories and devotions that bring the spiritual boost we all need right now.

When

Thu

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Instructor

Edwina Neely

Where

Zoom

Digital Outreach Lab

Social Media & Digital Outreach Ministry

When

Thu

7:00 PM

Instructor

Aleksandar (Sasha) Kolarski

Where

Living Well Store

Friday Groups

No Connect Groups

1% Better Everyday - Strength in Body & Faith in God

This group will focus on the basics of strength training using body weight and bands.

When

Fri

11:30 AM

Instructor

Starry Manoharan

Where

Fellowship Hall at the Ammendale Campus

ReFill Bible Study

We meet every Friday to welcome the Sabbath with Bible Study.

When

Fri

8:00 PM

Instructor

Vicky Oliver

Where

Zoom

Saturday Groups

No Connect Groups

Finding Peace Through Jesus

Finding Peace Through Jesus. Sometimes there are so many distractions, we find it challenging to focus on Jesus. Join us as we look full in His wonderful face.

When

Sat

2:00 PM

Instructor

Kimberly and Kristin Yirenkyi

Where

TBD

Hiking

A relaxed, all-level hiking group exploring local trails while building friendships and enjoying God’s creation. We meet at 4 PM and rotate locations around the DMV area. Come get moving, breathe some fresh air, and connect with great people.

When

Sat

4:00 PM

Instructor

Jason Dietz

Where

Various Local

Fellowship Feasts

Food and Fellowship.

When

Sat

2:00 PM, every other week

Instructor

Tabitha Osindo

Where

In-Person

Family Game Night

Looking for a fun, low pressure way to connect? The Board Game Connect Group is for you!

When

Sat

7:00 PM, every other week

Instructor

Jose Macias

Where

In-Person

Love of Jesus Through the Eyes of Prophecy

Join us as we explore the Love of Jesus through the Eyes of Prophecy.

When

Sat

4:00 PM

Instructor

Andrea Ashman

Where

Zoom

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