Adult Ministry

Our Adult Ministry ministers to all adults from
18 year old young adults through senior adults.
We offer Community Groups and Next Step classes,
Community Groups For College & Career through Senior Adults
Community Groups are the best place to connect with others. They are where our large church becomes small and feels like family. They are the backbone of our church. When you join a Community Group you can expect these five things.
Parties and Social Opportunities
Care and Support in the Hard Times of Life
Opportunities to Serve others on the Gulf Coast and around the World
All of our Adult Community Groups are in the same Bible Study. We are systematically looking at each book of the Bible and will have studied the entire Bible over 8 years. Each week stands alone so that new people may comfortably join in at any time. Click here to see what book of the Bible we are currently studying. If the Bible is new to you, don’t hesitate to come, we’re all learning together.
Each of our Adult Community Groups is listed below in the left hand column under the "Connect Tab" . You will find a photo of the teachers, links to group Facebook pages, and other information to help you determine the group that is best for you.
Community Group Times
9:00 am at Proctor Road
9:00 am at Lakewood Ranch
10:30 am at Proctor Road
On your first visit:
Come to the Welcome Desk in the Lobby at Lakewood Ranch or the Community Group Kiosk outside the Worship Center at Proctor Road. We would love the opportunity to meet you and walk with you to visit the group of your choice. Often, there is more than one group appropriate for you. Please feel free to visit them all to find the one that fits you best.
For more information:
Contact our Community Group Directors to learn more about our groups at either campus.
At Proctor Road: Rev. Robert Smith (
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At Lakewood Ranch: Rev. Joe Brannon (
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Next Step Classes
We also offer short-term topical studies called Next Step Classes. These classes meet on both campuses or in homes. They typically last anywhere from one week, up to thirteen weeks. We offer classes on a variety of topics including marriage, parenting, biblical finances, sharing your faith, general Bible studies, and more.
For the most current and complete information on our Next Step Classes click on the “Connect” tab. Next Step Guides are also available at the kiosk.
Additional information for adults may be found by clicking on the appropriate green tag word found in the "Small Group" box to the left of this article or by calling the church at 941-922-1449.
For more information on Next Step Classes contact Carol Wheeler, Coordinator of Next Step Classes, at 922-1449 or via E-Mail