SZN 3 Groups Catalog 2023

GROUPS

GOD CREATED YOU FOR COMMUNITY. GROUPS ARE AN ESSENTIAL WAY TO CONNECT WITH YOUR CHURCH FAMILY AND STRENGTHEN YOUR FAITH!

DON’T DO LIFE ALONE!

LIFE GROUPS

Sundays at 11:15am

A Life Group gives everyone a chance to know and to be known by others. Life Groups do LIFE together!

It’s a place where you can grow in community with other believers and in God’s Word.

Young Life | The Summit

Pastor Lyndsee Farzan

If you are a young adult (ages 18-29), and looking to grow in your knowledge of God’s Word and gain some great friendships, this is the place for you. During Young Life, we explore important topics that will equip you to be mature in your faith. No one should walk thhrough journey alone, and we are eager to welcome you into our CHYA family!

Family Life | Fireside Room

Johnny & Tanya Guerrero

Growing a family can be challenging, but that is why we have groups like Family Life! This group is more than just a Life Group; they are a community of friends doing life together, both on and off-campus. This class discusses a wide range of topics from finances, to raising kids, to cultivating a solid relationship with Jesus Christ. When you walk into Family Life, you’ll be greeted with a warm hello, a hot cup of coffee, and delicious snacks!

Faith Builders | Room 204

Dean & Brenda Butler

If you are looking for a group that will take you deeper in your understanding of God’s Word, look no further. Faith Builders is the Life Group for you.

Abundant Life | Room 202

Randy & Cendi Rankin and Dave & Debby Balz

Abundant Life is a group that is passionate about knowing what God says, and living it out. If you are looking for a group that will stir up your faith then join us as we dive into the Bible and discover what it means for us today.

Faith Place

Florence Gardens Clubhouse

Curt & Robin Kunzmann

Scripture is filled with the richness of God’s glory, and we are fascinated by the depth of the Bible. Faith Place is a multi-generational life group that explores the truth of Scripture and how to apply it to our everyday lives. You will not be bored in Faith Place. While our topics are deep and full of significance, we have a lot of fun and enjoy our time together.

Life Together | Room 101

Mike & Tiffany Edgerle

Life Together embraces building relationships with one another while living life together. Life presents both victories and challenges. It’s so much better to have friends who can come alongside one another as we all endeavor to grow closer to Him in community. We’d love to have you join our crew.

HOPE GROUPS

Tuesdays at 7pm starting September 12th

Sometimes we need healing and hope in an area of our life where we struggle or have hurt.

Canyon Hills offers Hope Groups to help people find freedom from things that keep them from fully embracing the abundant life God has for them.

Anxious For Nothing | Room 201

Carrie Beahm

You can stop letting anxiety rule your day. Find true calm and contentment in Christ. Together we’ll learn God’s prescription for worry and how to walk it out.

DivorceCare | Conference Room

Jason Wallace

This group will help you find healing from the pain of separation or divorce. You’ll find helpful counsel to manage the emotional struggle and practical tools for decisionmaking.

($20 curriculum cost)

Embrace Grace | Room 203

Jessica Champlin & Tanya Guerrero

Embrace Grace provides unwed mothers the tools they need to navigate unexpected pregnancy. They will learn how to create a healthy and loving home for their children.

Embrace Legacy | Gym

Mark Balch

It’s never too late to create a new legacy. Every man faces challenges that try to hold them back from God’s best. This group is for guys who want to grow as a man of God in all areas of life, no excuses.

Embrace Life | Champion’s Club

Moriah Henning & Katye Kinder

Embrace Life is a group for single moms that equips them with practical tools to grow in their spiritual walk while navigating the challenges of motherhood.

Fit For Faith | Room 103

Jayson Thomas

This group is for adults looking to reset their health for the glory of God. Learn how to care for your body as a temple of the Holy Spirit.

Financial Peace | Room 204

Donnie & Lauren Sanchez

This group will be going through Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University. You will learn Biblical principles to finance and take steps to find financial freedom.

($79 subscription cost for Ramsey Solutions)

Freedom in Christ | Fireside Room

Hank & Carol Wilcox

Take hold of who you are in Christ. Learn how to uncover and resist the enemy’s lies, and walk in the truth of God’s Word. This is a course for every Christian.

($15 curriculum cost)

GriefShare | Room 101

Mike Van Houton & Carrie Johnson

GriefShare is for anyone who is wrestling with grief as a result of loss of a loved one. If you are struggling with grief and would like to connect, please join us.

($20 curriculum cost)

Healing Hearts

Fort Faith Green Room

Valerie Rivas

This class offers hope and spiritual guidance for ladies who have experienced trauma stemming from physical, verbal, emotional, and sexual abuse.

Marriage Matters | Room 202

Kenny & Paris Davis

This class addresses the key pillars of a Christ-centered marriage. No matter the stage of your relationship, come and receive encouragement and a fresh dose of joy.

Scan the QR to register for a Hope Group today!

STUDENT GROUPS

Student Groups equip students with tools to make wise decisions in their life and relationships.

These groups engage students with topics that address the challenges, concerns, and opportunities students face in our world today. Find hope and confidence through God’s Word and learn how to live it out daily.

Thrive | Forth Faith Room 6

Pastor Kaleb Amos & Julius Peralta

During high school, it may seem like you’re struggling to just survive. God’s Word shows us how to build a foundation of wisdom and confidence as we learn how to not only survive, but thrive in the life He has for us. This class teaches high school students healthy relationship and life skills so they can make biblical, wise choices for themselves and their future.

DivorceCare For Kids | Fort Faith Cabin

Debra Noriega & Vanessa Rose

This group provides kids with a safe and neutral place to gain an age-appropriate understanding of separation and divorce. Children will learn how to forgive like Christ and practical tools to lean on God when they feel alone.

The Lightbringers Fort Faith Rooms 3-4

Cheryl Hestley , Regina Adams & Aleyda Huerta

Teaches kids who they are in Christ and the importance of living with the light of Jesus Christ inside of them. Your child will learn Scripture and to always shine the light of Jesus wherever they go.

Think Twice | Fort Faith Room 5

Randy Force & Diana Contreras

Teaches junior high school students healthy relationship life skills so they can make smart choices for themselves and their future.

SMALL GROUPS

Starting the week of September 10th

We have Small Groups meeting all over the city and for all interests and needs. Meeting in homes and coffee shops, these groups are a great way to connect to people in a more casual and off-campus setting.

Sundays

Singles | 11:15am

Mary Little & James Reese

Mondays

Praying & Trusting Your Deliverance | 6:30pm

Kasie Saldana

Married Women (20’s-30’s) | 6:30pm

Melissa Waldrop

Every Man’s Battle | 6:30pm

Rocky Miller-Thomas

Tuesdays

Study of End Times (Co-Ed) | 6:30pm

Fred & Sue Rowe

Thursdays

Men’s Morning Bible Study | 6am

Truman Lakin

Scan the QR for location details and to join a Small Group!

Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up. Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone? Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.

Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

SUPPORT GROUPS

As followers of Christ, it is important that we are well in every area - mind, body and soul.

Support Groups are designed to provide encouragement and spiritual support in your journey towards true wellness.

Break Free

Saturdays at 9am

Michael Ross & Lillie Lopez*

This support group ministers to and equip men and women who struggle with unwanted same-sex attraction by teaching them their true identity in Christ, a practical process of genuine repentance and belief, and the spiritual tools needed to live a free and fruitful life in Christ.

*This is a confidential group that meets off-campus, register for location details.

Cancer Care Group

First Thursday of the month at 6:30pm

Kara Cagle & Carrie Johnson*

The Canyon Hills Cancer Care Group seeks to offer God’s hope and love through spiritual, emotional and practical support for cancer patients and their families facing the challenges associated with every type of cancer.

*Room 101

Celebrate Recovery

Fridays at 6:30pm

Bernie & Ana Maestas*

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered, 12step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain or addiction of any kind. Celebrate Recovery is a safe place to find community and freedom from the issues that are controlling our life.

*This group is held at Canyon Hills CityView Campus, 3535 Union Avenue, 93305

Fresh Hope

Wednesdays at 7pm

Jason Pine*

Fresh Hope is a peer-to-peer Christ-centered wellness approach to mental health recovery based upon helping people to connect both their faith and recovery principles. This approach both empowers and encourages individuals to live full and rich lives despite their diagnosis.

*This group is held via Zoom.

Scan the QR for location details and to join a Support Group!

DISCIPLESHIP GROUPS

We believe that the Bible is a sure foundation to build our lives upon. Discipleship Groups help believers build a solid foundation in their faith by the systematic study of God’s Word. These Bible study groups primarily meet on Thursdays and often go through a book or video study.

We have Discipleship Groups for Men, Women and Couples. Scan the QR below if you’re interested in joining a Discipleship Group this season. A member of our team will reach out to help you get connected.

Scan the QR to join a Discipleship Group!

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ENCOUNTER NIGHTS

Thursdays at 7pm off-campus

Encounter Nights create space to seek God together in an extended time of prayer and worship. They will take place each week in living rooms across our city. We can’t wait to bring people into God’s presence. You will learn new ways to hear God’s voice while embracing genuine fellowship with one another. A key component of partnering with God in the great work He is doing in our church is to set aside time to hear from Him.

September

14: Hosted by the Wenrich’s | East

21: Hosted by Cynthia Giumarra | East

28: Hosted by the Donaldson’s | East

October

5: Hosted by the Dalomba’s | Southwest

12: Hosted by the Haddadin’s | West

19: Hosted by the Lawrence’s | Northwest/Shafter

26: Hosted by the Rowe’s | West

November

2: Hosted by the Wenrich’s | East

9: Hosted by Cynthia Giumarra | East

16: Hosted by the Donaldson’s | East

CANYON HILLS MEETUPS

Meetups are events and groups that bring people together. Meetups help people create meaningful relationships around the things they love like quilting, fellowship, the study of God’s Word and worship nights!

They are happening year-round on campus and off-campus. We have Meetups for Men, Women, Moms, Single Adults and more are always being added.

Adult Singles Potluck

Last Sunday of the month in the Gym

The Adult Singles Small Group meets regularly throughout the month and on the first Sunday of the month they gather for a fun potluck! Break bread while catching up with friends and making new ones.

Armor Up Men’s Breakfast

Meets seasonally on the 4th Saturday in the Gym

Armor Up is a monthly men’s breakfast where men gather for food, worship, and a powerful teaching. They discuss relevant topics like how to lead their families well and how to be salt and light among the darkness.

Canyon Moms

Meets seasonally on the fourth Thursday at the Summit

Designed for moms with young children, this group helps moms build authentic community while enjoying fellowship and receiving wisdom from dynamic speakers on important topics affecting moms. It’s a great time for moms to come and be refreshed through the Holy Spirit and beautiful friendships.

HERstory

Meets seasonally on the fourth Friday at the Summit

Every month women of all ages gather at HERstory for a time of fellowship, worship and a powerful word. They share their stories and celebrate the victories in their lives. They cap off the night with a fun after-party with food, sweet treats and a photo booth.

Threads of Hope

Meets the first Monday of the month off-campus

Threads of Hope is a group of women who use their skills in crafting and quilting to create personal hygiene kits for women in developing countries. They also use their skills to make cozy blankets for local senior centers and foster children through Royal Family Kids Camp.

Lemons to Laughter

Meets on the second Saturday of the month

Lemons to Laughter is a Meetup for widows to offer support and friendship to each other. Every month they gather for various activities like luncheons, shopping trips and holiday parties.

Women With a Mission

Meets Tuesdays at 9am in the Fireside Room

Women With a Mission is a group of ladies who use their skills in crafting, quilting, and even baking to support missionaries and other various outreach opportunities.

God used divorce to bring me back to Him. I was raised in a Christian home and knew the truth of God’s word. As a young adult, I followed my will and not God’s which led me into a marriage that was not based on a solid foundation. My first marriage ended in a painful divorce, but this was also the beginning of God using a divorce to bring me back to Him. I committed myself back to Jesus and since then, He has blessed me in more ways than I could ever have imagined.

As a Christian, I believe any marriage can be redeemed and restored, but from experience, I also know our choices can lead us to divorce. God can use any situation for His glory and our redemption. I am living proof of that.

JASON WALLACE

DIVORCECARE HOPE GROUP LEADER