Take a look below at the Small Groups for the Spring Term. If you are interested in joining any of them, please sign up for the groups from Sunday 14th January 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, visiting the church hall to sign up after the Small Groups Sign Up Service on 14th January 2024. 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 22nd January 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
DG180:
The Andrews Group
Hosted by Simon + Ellen
Monday evenings, weekly
7.30pm – 9.00pm
Meeting in Biggleswade
We will be studying what the Bible says about prayer.
DG181:
The Ladies’ Group
Hosted by Yvonne
Tuesday mornings, weekly
10.30 am – 12.00 noon
Meeting in different homes
We are a group of ladies who enjoy fellowship, prayer, support of one another, and studying the Bible.
This term we are unfortunately unable to take any new members
DG182:
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.
DG183:
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.
DG184:
The Furnell Group
Hosted by Chris + Bob
Tuesday evenings, fortnightly
7.45pm for an 8.00pm start
Meeting in Upper Caldecote
Join us for a time of Bible study, worship & prayer. We aim to offer a place to build and deepen friendships and support one another. This term we are going to look at passages from Mark’s gospel. We will be discussing what Mark says about who God is and how God works. We will look at implications for us as God’s people, and insights it offers for our own front lines.
DG185:
The Afternoon Fellowship
Hosted by Pat
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 dates for this term are 7th Feb, 6th Mar, 3rd Apr, 1st May, 5th Jun
DG186:
The Station Road Group
Hosted by Cliff +Esther
Wednesday evenings, weekly
7.30pm – 9.00pm
Meeting in Biggleswade
The Armour of God… As Christians we feel we should be leading glorious and victorious lives, but most of us have a slightly different day to day reality. Life can seem a series of battles we feel ill-equipped to face. Take heart, God’s word says we will have those battles, but also teaches us how we can face them and stand firm in Him and for Him. We will be studying Ephesians 6 looking at the Armour of God – what it is, why we need it and how we put it on.
DG187:
The Sladen / Wilkes Group
Hosted by Mike, Heather, Kevin + Veneice
Wednesday evenings, weekly
7.30pm start
Meeting at homes in Gamlingay + Biggleswade
Our sessions will be based on PRAYER. Meet the great prayers – Bible characters and others!
The meetings will include sung worship, study, prayer time and cake!
Sorry, Group is Full
DG188:
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 Sunday morning sermons on prayer. We will focus on how we can apply the teaching to our daily lives at home, at work and with our friends and family.
This group will run for one term.
Sorry, Group is Full
COURSES
CO180: The Alpha Course
Hosted by Steve
Introductory Session on Monday 12th February 2024, then weekly from 26th February onwards
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’ve ever thought about faith, life or existence, then maybe you should try Alpha? There’s no hard sell, no obligation, simply an open opportunity to talk and explore what the Christian faith is all about.
If you are interested or want to find out more contact Steve Down at alpha@bbchurch.org.uk, or text / ring on 07590 840231 for more information about times and venue.
INTEREST GROUPS
IG180:
Ladies’ Craft Group
Hosted by Linda, Hazel + Katherine
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.
IG181:
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.
IG182:
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 that you have skills and can make wooden items just like Jesus did. Learn wood turning, joint cutting, toy making etc. Come and have a go.
IG183:
5k+
Hosted by Helen + Hannah
Wednesday evenings, weekly
6.30pm
Meeting in the Church car park
Join us for a weekly run of 5k or longer as we extend our running ability together. We’ll be running for at least 30 minutes non-stop around Biggleswade, and perhaps venturing out of it too.
IG184:
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.
• 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!
• All ages welcome
“You get out of it what you put into it!” Come and enjoy the fun!
IG185:
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.
This group will run for one term
IG186:
Golf Society
Hosted by Nick + Bob
Various times at Mount Pleasant Golf Club
BBCGS was originally formed in an attempt to bring order to a group of people who chased a small white ball around a golf course…..the reality is it hasn’t achieved that aim! But what it has created is a group of caring individuals, with a wide range of abilities, who share a passion for golf and use the opportunity to have fellowship and share our faith and friendship with guests, neighbours and members of other church families.
As long as you know that we use clubs as opposed to cues or bats, you can hit a golf ball without digging a hole at the same time then you are very welcome to join. We keep the atmosphere light and not very serious, having fun whilst providing lots of encouragement to each other in relation to their game, their work or private lives in a supportive way.
This group continues throughout the year and doesn’t follow the Small Group term dates.
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 22nd January 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.