Growth Groups

Meet new people. Make lasting friendships. Learn from one another. Grow closer to God.

Here at CSF we believe that healthy growth happens best in the soil of community. One of the primary ways we cultivate this soil is through Growth Groups. Whether you are looking to grow in your own faith, wondering about what your faith looks like apart from your parents', or just curious about what this Christian thing is all about and want to know more... you want to check out these groups!

Many different kinds of groups are at your fingertips so look them over and see which one interests you!

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Guy Groups


The Books of Eli
Leaders: Reid Wahlbrink, Addison Alexander, Michael Rundell
Wednesdays 8:30pm CSF Building
We will dig into the lives of Elijah and Elisha in 1 and 2 Kings. We will see them listen to and obey God even when they felt alone in their faith. We will also explore their heart during times of victory and defeat. There may also be a certain Denzel Washington movie involved too.
Contact: reid@ukcsf.org

University of Corinth
Leaders: Greg Schuette, Dexter Day
Wednesdays 5:30pm CSF Building
We will go through and discuss the book of 1st Corinthians and it's relevancy in the life of a college student.
Contact: s@ukcsf.org

Mere Christianity
Leaders: Sam Coons, Huston Royster, Andrew Colburn
Wednesdays 8pm CSF Building
C. S. Lewis is one of the most influential Christian thinkers and authors of the 20th century and his book Mere Christianity has impacted the faith of millions of people worldwide. Whether you grew up in church or you're just checking out Christianity for the first time, you probably ought to join this group and read this book with us because it's pretty great.
Contact: sam@ukcsf.org

Ecclesiastes
Leaders: Ian Banta, Wyatt Railey
Mondays 6pm CSF Building
A study that goes over the book of Ecclesiastes. This study will change the way you think about your family, friends, possessions and almost everything else. It will challenge the way you live your life and the way you relate to the world.
Contact: ian@ukcsf.org

The Back of the Book
Leaders: Michael Dilly, Bryce Pierce
Mondays 8:30pm CSF Building
Anyone who has ever had a math class know the answers are in the back of the book. (At least half of them anyways). Starting with Hebrews, we'll be going through some of the books in the back to see if we can answer questions about faith, hope, and love. Who knows? Maybe we'lll even peek into Revelation.
Contact: dilly@ukcsf.org

Shift Out Guys
Leaders: Phil Tallon, Josh England
Mondays 8pm CSF Building
Transitioning from college life into the 'real world' can be a challenge. This group is a place to ask questions and find answers, to eat food, and to hang out. Occasionally we'll hang out with the senior girls as well. For guys who are also seniors.
Contact: josh@ukcsf.org


Girl Groups


Forgotten God
Leaders: Erica Dupps, Emily Gaddie
Mondays 7:30pm CSF Building
Jesus sent His spirit to dwell within us and be a helper to us, but do we even fully understand it? Join us as we study the Holy Spirit by going through Francis Chan's book Forgotten God and incorporate the book of Acts into it.
Contact: erica@ukcsf.org

Psalm Writing
Leaders: Lauren Copeland, Rachel Ruppel
Wednesdays 5:30pm CSF Building
The 150 Psalms in the Bible are some of the most diverse and beautiful writings in Scripture. Each week we will study these prayers, complaints, praises and exhortations as we write our own psalms.
Contact: laurenukcsf.org

The Tollymore Talks
Leaders: Jessie McLinn, Anna Davis
Wednesdays 4:30pm CSF Building
If you've never read a book by C.S. Lewis this group is for you. If you've read countless works by Lewis this group is for you. We will read some shorter works by Lewis, mixing together a variety of the fantastical, theological, and apologetical.
Contact: jessie@ukcsf.org

Worship as a Way of Life
Leaders: Laura Kellow, Cara Wimpy
Mondays 5:30pm CSF Building
What matters most in your life? What captures your time and attention? Everybody worships something. What would it look like if our worship was directed at God even in the smallest moments of our day? Come explore what it means to know God in an intimate way outside the walls of the church.
Contact: laura@ukcsf.org

Being IN Christ
Leaders: Laura Barry, Ashlyn Read, Carrie Burks
Wednesday 6pm CSF Building
What does being in Christ mean, really? How does that affect our current identity and the struggles that we may have with feeling regret? This is an open environment where we will learn to grow, live, and love in a greater understanding of who God is.
Contact: laurab@ukcsf.org

Shift Out Girls
Leaders: Karen Tallon, Laura Kellow
Mondays 8pm The Tallon House (504 Rosemont Garden)
Unsure what in the world you're going to do after you graduate? Come ask questions of someone who's been there before, seek answers in Scripture, and eat yummy snacks with other senior girls who are wondering about the same things. (Every once in a while, we'll hang out with the senior guys as well).
Contact: laura@ukcsf.org


Other Offerings...


XPlore
Leaders: Brian Rightler, Corrie McKee
Wednesdays 7pm Wesley Foundation
Not your normal Bible study. A 6-week group for discussion, learning and prayer on the topic of global missions. Explore the biblical call for cross-cultural missions, pray for ethnic groups who have never heard about Jesus, and learn about ways you can reach the unreached people of the world - here on campus, and beyond graduation.

Join Us
Leaders: Wes Benninger, Dan Ross
Wednesdays 5pm Blanding Four
This is a group for ladies and fellas who are and are not Christians. Join us as we go through Letters From a Skeptic, a book that dredges up 'unholy' questions about God, then we will try to make sense of the aftermath together.
Contact: wes@ukcsf.org

Village People
Leader: Lauren Copeland
Choose one day Monday-Thursday, Choose one time slot 4-6pm or 6-8pm Village Library
Sometimes it takes a village to make sure children do their homework. This is especially true when many of these children are first-generation English speakers. Come tutor Cardinal Valley area children at the Village Library and make sure they get their work done.
Contact: lauren@ukcsf.org

Secret Service
Leader: Huston Royster
Wednesdays 4pm CSF Building (ride together)
'But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret.' Matthew 6:3-4. The description is so top secret you have to come check it out for yourself.
Contact: huston@ukcsf.org

Club 3:16
Leaders: Lauren Copeland, Grace Thompson
We play, we run, we do crafts, we have puppet shows, we share the Bible and play with kids who live in the Cardinal Valley area.
Contact: lauren@ukcsf.org

Wonder Women
Leaders: Nicole Smith, Lauren Bowman
Fridays 6pm CSF Building (ride together)
The pregnant and parenting teens of Florence Crittenton Home have been through more than most of us can understand. We will hang out together on Friday nights, get to know their hearts and love on them as we point them to the true hero.

The Squadron of Justice
Leaders: Austin Woffard, Wes Horton
Mondays 4:30pm CSF (ride together)
The Hope Center helps homeless men and women who are hungry, cold, addicted, mentally ill and alone. We will care for them every week by sharing a meal and giving them our time.
Contact: austin@ukcsf.org


The Christian Studies Center


The Christian Studies Center
Check out www.TheChristianStudiesCenter.org for a Course Catalog/Schedule
While not technically Growth Groups, The Christian Studies Center exists to provide every college student witha n opportunity to take thought-provoking classes in a small group setting with renowned Christian professors and receive college credit that transfers back to their home school. The CSC is an awesome way to exercise your faith as well as your mind and earn college credit in the process. Check out www.TheChristianStudiesCenter.org for more info.
Contact: info@thechristianstudiescenter.org, 859.317.2781


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