Grow Groups
Grow Groups are communities where each member can feel welcomed, accepted, and cared for wherever they are in their faith journey. Grow Groups meet in a variety of locations, sometimes in the church, in homes, or in the community.
EARLY CAREER / YOUNG ADULT - CO-ED
AMANDA AND KYLE HUGHES
Gather for fellowship, a meal, and Bible study/discussion as early career young adults. We will uplift one another in prayer, encourage one another in our varied stages of life, and spur one another on in being missional in our areas of influence.
Dinner at 6pm
Bible Study on 1st & 3rd Mondays from 7- 8pm
Games/Fellowship on 2nd & 4th Mondays from 7-8pm
Contact: Amanda Hughes 240-732-3044 or amandamhughes13@gmail.com
LIFE ISSUES - CO-ED
PASTOR RAY SCHECK, JANET & MIKE HOOPES
How can Christians speak the truth of God's love in light of the sins our society holds up as good? What does the Bible have to say about issues our culture struggles to understand?
Contact: Mike Hoopes at 202-834-6345 or jmhoopes@comcast.net
TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY
PASTOR RAY SCHECK, JANET & MIKE HOOPES
This Bible study uses a modified SOAP format. There is an emphasis on what God is saying to the individual in the scriptures. We explore the truth of scriptures and His purposes. We share how God’s word has worked and is now working in our lives and encourage each other through the witness of changed lives.
Meets 2nd, 3rd, 4 & 5th of the month from 10 am to 12 noon via zoom
Contact: Mike Hoopes at 202-834-6345 or jmhoopes@comcast.net or Janet at jhoopesjoy@comcast.net
GRANDPARENTING
MIKE & JANET HOOPES
The greatest potential for discipling the next generation lies with grandparents. Come join a dedicated group of grandparents who meet occasionally to encourage each other in this most important ministry.
Contact: Mike Hoopes at 202-834-6345 or jmhoopes@comcast.net
RAMBLERS
JOANNE KESSLER
Join an active group of 55 + men and women who are looking for social activity and fellowship. The group meets monthly for fellowship centered around a quilt-making service project. No sewing experience is necessary; there are tasks for everyone to do. Additional outings and lunch opportunities will be planned as the year progresses. Open to anyone who would like to join with our senior / retired members for fellowship and an activity. Quilters of any age are welcome.
Meets 1st Thursday of the month from 9:30am to 12:00pm
Room 124 The Great Room
Contact: Joanne Kessler at 301-253-0335 or Kathie Zimmerman at kathie.zimmerman@gmail.com
TRIPLE R MINISTRIES
MELISSA HARNER
Damascus area Love Your Neighbor program to provide work force helping neighbors in need.
Contact: Melissa Harner at 301-775-0678 or email cmjck@verizon.net
MEN’S GROUPS
MEN'S DISCIPLING GROUP
KARL MADDEN
Are you desiring a closer walk with Jesus, but you don’t know where to start? Would you like to understand what the Bible says and how to live according to the Scriptures? Redeemer’s Men's Ministries have leaders willing to come alongside you. Very small groups of 2-4 people meet in groups specifically designed to meet individual needs.
Contact: Karl Madden at maddenkm@comcast.net
MEN'S BIBLE STUDY
MARK NEUBERGER
Men who gather for fellowship, prayer, and reflection on God’s Word for their lives. Currently in the Book of Corinthians. Meets Fridays from 7:00 to 8:00am at Mt. Airy Inn
Contact: Mark Neuberger at markneuberger34@yahoo.com
WOMEN’S GROUPS
BAND OF SISTERS
VALERIE HOBBS
An intimate group of women desiring deep fellowship with each other as together we explore God’s presence in our lives through the study of His Word and prayer. Meets weekly on Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9 am via zoom
Contact: Valerie Hobbs at 240-499-4259 or valerie.hobbs@redeemer.us
WOMEN'S LIFE GROUP
WANDA SLOOP & VICKY MCCLURE
Women coming together for fellowship and the study of God's Word. This year the focus of discussion will be on the Book of James based on a study guide by Max Lucado.
Meets Thursdays from 10:00 to 11:30 am
Contact: Wanda Sloop at wanda@sloop.us
THE MINOR PROPHETS
JAN SAXTON
The minor prophets weren’t so minor! Meets weekly on Wednesdays from 9:45 to 11:00 am
Contact: Jan Saxton at thesaxtons@gmail.com
MOMS BIBLE STUDY
ERIN BARRY & BONNIE STONER
Can the Bible be relevant to your life as a busy mom? A resounding YES! Join a group of moms interested in finding life giving truth lead by a couple of seasoned moms. Topic of study will be introduced at the first meeting or contact the leader for more information. Open to all moms. Child-care is available for those registered with Lil' Sparks
Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month from 9:30 to 11:20 am
Room 212 The Gathering Room
Contact: Erin Barry at back@tribe51.com