Take a look below at the Small Groups for the Summer Term. If you are interested in joining any of them, please sign up for the groups from Sunday 21st April 2024 by…
• using the online form for each small group on this website
• sending an email to the church office at office@bbchurch.org.uk
• phoning the church office 01767 312667 leaving your contact details on the answer machine
Or, Signing up after the Small Group Sunday Service (Sign Up Sunday) on 21st April. There will be an opportunity to talk to the leaders of the groups in person on this day.
Our Small Group Term officially begins the week beginning 29th April 2024, but some groups may start before that. After signing up, your name and details will be passed on to the group leaders who will contact you about specific start dates. For details about our Youth groups, please see the website.
DISCIPLESHIP GROUPS
DG190:
PALS
Hosted by Ellen + Esther
Tuesday daytimes, weekly
11.30am – 1.00pm
Meeting in the church rooms
A group for Parents And Little-ones (pre-school children). A Bible study group to share faith and support each other. Please bring a packed lunch.
DG191:
Hebrews 6
Hosted by Yvonne
Tuesday mornings, weekly
10.30 am – 12.00 noon
Meeting in different homes
The doctrines described in Hebrews 6:1-3 are the foundation of our faith in Jesus Christ and what He has done for us through the cross…Repentance from Dead Works, Faith towards God, Doctrine of Baptisms (Water & Holy Spirit), Laying on of Hands, Resurrection of the Dead, Eternal Judgement
If you would like to reacquaint yourself with these doctrines or study and apply for the first time, this group is here for you this summer term.
This will be a mixed gender group, for anyone over 18. Grab your Bible, pen & notebook and join me in our adventure through these verses in God’s word.
Time for Q & A welcome.
DG192:
The 19-30’s Group
Hosted by Caitlin + Ben
Tuesday evenings, weekly
7.45pm – 10.00pm
Meeting in different homes
A place for anyone in the 19-30s age group to come and meet others, grow friendships and support each other spiritually. Currently we split our weeks between social evenings and study.
DG193:
The Furnell Group
Hosted by Chris + Bob
Tuesday evenings, fortnightly
7.45pm for an 8.00pm start
Meeting in Upper Caldecote
Join us this term for Bible study, worship and prayer. We will be looking at the book of Proverbs.
Know-how, as Proverbs teaches us, is for all of life: for daily decisions and long-term plans, for relationships in family and community, as well as in work and in trade.
Studying Proverbs will help us see its relevance to everyday life.
DG194:
The Afternoon Fellowship
Hosted by Pat + Carol
Wednesday afternoons, monthly
2:15pm
Meeting in the church hall
Our monthly meetings include worship, scripture readings and prayer. We also have a variety of other things such as craft activities and poems each month. Each session is followed by tea/coffee and cake!
Our future meeting dates are… May 1st, June 5th, no meeting in July, August date to be confirmed for Afternoon Tea.
DG195:
The Station Road Group
Hosted by Cliff +Esther
Wednesday evenings, weekly
7.30pm – 9.00pm
Meeting in Biggleswade
Open to all for:
• Fellowship
• Bible study
• Discussion
• Prayer
A study of the book of Ephesians.
We will unpack how Paul explores the story of the Gospel, how all history came to its climax in Jesus, and the creation of a multi-ethnic community of followers.
We will discover how the Gospel should affect the way we live our lives, personally, in our community, and within our families
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DG196:
The Sladen / Wilkes Group
Hosted by Mike, Heather, Kevin + Veneice
Wednesday evenings, weekly
7.30pm start
Meeting at homes in Gamlingay + Biggleswade
Our group will continue focusing on prayer by looking at some exciting characters who prayed!
The meetings will include sung worship, study, prayer time and cake!
DG197:
The Godfrey Group
Hosted by Gareth + Helen
Thursday evenings, weekly
7.45pm for an 8.00pm start
Meeting in Biggleswade
Bible study and prayer group looking at the Image of God. We will focus on how we can apply the teaching to our daily lives at home, at work and with our friends and family.
INTEREST GROUPS
IG190:
Ladies’ Craft Group
Hosted by Katherine, Linda + Hazel
Monday afternoons, weekly
2.00pm – 3.30 pm
Meeting in the Church rooms.
A space to gather with friends to craft. Bring your knitting, sewing, calligraphy or paper crafting, whatever you are making.
Sometimes we organise crafts for those who want to have a go at something new. A relaxed, child free space to work on your own project whilst chatting and getting to know others.
IG191:
Ukulele Group
Hosted by Esther
Monday evenings, weekly
7.30pm – 9.00pm
Meeting in the Church Hall.
Suitable for people with some experience of playing the ukulele (or possibly another stringed instrument). A mix of songs and styles of music. A very relaxed and fun session of playing and getting to know each other. Bring your own ukulele if you have one, but spares are available if you don’t.
IG192:
Men’s Shed
Hosted by John, James + Mark
Monday evenings 7.30pm – 9.30pm weekly
Wednesdays afternoons weekly,
1.30pm – 4.00pm
Saturday mornings, 9.00am – 12 noon weekly
Meeting in the Church Shed
An opportunity for guys to chat and share concerns, discover new skills and make wooden items. Learn wood turning, joint cutting, toy making etc. All skill levels welcome.
Come and have a go.
IG193:
BBChurch Running Group
Hosted by Helen + Hannah
Wednesday evenings, weekly
Various Times
Meeting in the Church car park
“The longer evenings are finally here! Join our friendly group who regularly meet on Wednesday evenings, sometimes joining in with the wider Biggleswade Social Run Club. We often organise going to a Saturday parkrun together and enter the occasional race too. We usually run 5k or more, but if you’re working towards that we’ll support you and would love to have you join.”
IG194:
Gutbusters
Hosted by Bob
Thursday evenings, weekly
7.00pm – 8.00pm
Meeting in the Church hall
Gentlemen’s Circuit Training – If you enjoy a bit of banter with the boys while you exercise, this could be for you. All ages welcome. Come and enjoy the fun!
• Cardio-based exercises, plus use of a variety of gym equipment
• No subject off limits, including Church
• Focus on fun and not too serious exercise
• Guaranteed weight loss if combined with dietary control!
IG195:
Board Games Group
Hosted by Gareth
Friday evenings, fortnightly
Starting at 7.30pm
Meeting in the Church rooms
Come and play your favourite games. Join us as we play with words in Scrabble, build houses and hotels in Monopoly, make deals in Catan, go on great journeys, build energy resources, dodge exploding kittens and many, many more adventures. For all ages to come and play and have fun. We might even drink tea and eat biscuits.
IG196:
Take A Hike
Hosted by Helen
Saturdays, monthly
I love a proper hike, do you? If so, bring your own picnic lunch and join us one Saturday each month for a walk of 5+ miles around Biggleswade and/or the local area. As we explore the countryside around us together, we will get to know each other better and make new friendships. Feel free to join us each month or just once or twice as you are available.
Dates are…May 11th, June 8th, July 27th, August 17th.
(September to be confirmed).
Meeting places and further information from Helen.
IG197:
Golf Society
Hosted by Nick + Bob
Various times at Mount Pleasant Golf Club
BBCGS has now been running for a number of years and alas the golf hasn’t improved! 😉
The opportunity to have fellowship and share our faith and issues with one another, including with guests, new members and other church families, has been an important by-product of our meet ups.
New members are always made very welcome and can be assured we keep the atmosphere light, encouraging, and sometimes entertaining!!!
All levels of ability are accepted.
This group continues throughout the year and doesn’t follow the Small Group term dates.
COURSES
Future Alpha Course
Hosted by Steve
Do you know anyone that is thinking about what faith means or is new to faith themselves? The Alpha course is for them! We are currently in the middle of a course but would like to hear from anyone new so we can start planning the next.
Alpha is a series of 12 interactive sessions that freely explore the basics of the Christian faith. After a shared meal there is a short talk and then an opportunity to freely ask questions and explore the topic further. No pressure. No follow up. No charge!
If you are interested, or want to find out more contact Steve Down for more information about times and venue.
• at alpha@bbchurch.org.uk,
• or text / ring on 07590 840231
Why join a Small Group?
We think Small Groups are a really great way of connecting with lots of different people in both our church and local community. By being part of a small group you can:
- Meet new people
- Feel part of a great community
- Learn from the Bible
- Develop a deeper knowledge of God’s love for you
- Enjoy a range of groups, including interest groups
Questions:
- What if I don’t know what group to join? Feel free to chat to leaders to find out more about them and their small group. Alternatively, speak to one of the Small Group Development Team (Bob Furnell, Chris Furnell, Gareth Godfrey or Yvonne Tobin), who’d be really pleased to help you.
- Will I get my choice? We will make every effort to accommodate everyone. We’ll let you know if your choice of group(s) is full and help place you elsewhere.
- How long have I got to book? Groups begin the week beginning the 29th April 2024. We encourage you to book early, as some groups may be popular and we don’t want you to miss out, and to give leaders time to confirm details such as venue, start date and time.