Cedar Mill Bible Church

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MISSION

WOMEN'S SMALL GROUPS

Mixed	Typically meet in homes Typically couples, singles, single parents, variety of ages, etc. Typically focus around some type of Bible study Optimal number of people (12-20)
Men	Typically meet in homes or other venues Men of various ages and life stages Typically focus around accountability and sharing life through activity and prayer Optimal number (3-5)
Women	Many women’s groups are similar in format to mixed groups, but have gender as their primary distinctive.
Task/ Service	Typically meet 1-2 times per month, sometimes more All ages and life stages, with a few exceptions Typically focus around a specific task/ministry Optimal number of people (3-25) depending on the task
Activity	Regular connection occurs through common activity. These groups also meet 1-2 times a month for prayer, accountability, and occasional study. All ages and life stages Optimal number of participants (3-12) depending on the activity

Mixed	Typically meet in homes Typically couples, singles, single parents, variety of ages, etc. Typically focus around some type of Bible study Optimal number of people (12-20)
Men	Typically meet in homes or other venues Men of various ages and life stages Typically focus around accountability and sharing life through activity and prayer Optimal number (3-5)
Women	Many women’s groups are similar in format to mixed groups, but have gender as their primary distinctive.
Task/ Service	Typically meet 1-2 times per month, sometimes more All ages and life stages, with a few exceptions Typically focus around a specific task/ministry Optimal number of people (3-25) depending on the task
Activity	Regular connection occurs through common activity. These groups also meet 1-2 times a month for prayer, accountability, and occasional study. All ages and life stages Optimal number of participants (3-12) depending on the activity

Mixed	Typically meet in homes Typically couples, singles, single parents, variety of ages, etc. Typically focus around some type of Bible study Optimal number of people (12-20)
Men	Typically meet in homes or other venues Men of various ages and life stages Typically focus around accountability and sharing life through activity and prayer Optimal number (3-5)
Women	Many women’s groups are similar in format to mixed groups, but have gender as their primary distinctive.
Task/ Service	Typically meet 1-2 times per month, sometimes more All ages and life stages, with a few exceptions Typically focus around a specific task/ministry Optimal number of people (3-25) depending on the task
Activity	Regular connection occurs through common activity. These groups also meet 1-2 times a month for prayer, accountability, and occasional study. All ages and life stages Optimal number of participants (3-12) depending on the activity

MONDAY

7:00-9:00 p.m., Aloha High School area
Led by Lisa F., this group will be using the Women of Faith series as their study focus this year. About group life, Lisa says, “We have a common thread in that we all sew, mainly quilting. We love to have fun and like going to the beach for a weekend, to each others homes to sew, celebrate birthdays with dinner or just have lunch together."

7:00-9:00 p.m., Liberty High School area
Led by Cindy M., this group will be studying “The Beloved Disciple” a Beth Moore study. Each week this group takes time to catch up at the beginning of their time together before moving into study and prayer, generally setting aside one of their meeting times a month to spend time together over a meal.

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TUESDAY

9:00-11:00 a.m., CMBC Lobby
Women of the Word (WOW) is a ministry for women (and their children) that meets on the CMBC campus through May. This year we will study I, II, III John, and Ecclesiastes, deepening our relationship with God and each other. We offer ABC Kids ministry for children birth through age 5 or Power Builders for school aged children (space is limited for the children’s program so we encourage you to sign up early).

9:30-11:30 a.m., CMBC P102
Meg S. will be leading this group which will be finishing up the book of John and then embarking on a study of Acts. Drawn together in a similar life stage, in addition to sharing in the Word, this group loves to share with one another by frequently going out to lunch after they meet.

2:00-4:00 p.m., Tualatin High School area
Led by May R., Revelation will be the Bible focus utilizing Nav Press material. May says, “We spend the first half hour in prayer and the remaining time studying the book of Revelation. We welcome other women to join us!”

Tuesday 7:00-8:30 pm. CMBC West Lobby
This group, T@C (Tuesdays at Church), encourages each individual to choose a theme to focus on as they read through the Bible. After we come together each week, Shari H. and Lori D. leads us as we discover what each person has learned from the Word in this fun, encouraging and unique environment.

6:45 p.m., Southridge High School area
Molly R. leads this evening group in her home. They are studying “Experiencing God.” Molly describes this group as “diverse women who want to deepen our love for the Lord as we love one another.”

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WEDNESDAY

9:00-11:30 a.m., CMBC P204
LeeAnn L. will be leading a Bible study on I Peter using Precepts inductive study material. “If you need to be rooted in love, desire to walk in power, or would like to be fully instructed on how to live as a Christian woman, then we encourage you to take part in our group and see what the book of I Peter has to teach.”

9:15-11:00 a.m., Lincoln High School area
This group, led by Kathryn B., will be studying Ephesians using Precepts material. Inductive study homework with discussion time is part of the weekly format of this group. If you are familiar with the Precepts material, this group does not use the video choosing instead to use the extra time to share and pray for one another. “One interesting tidbit about our group–we like coffee and tea time together!”

9:30-11:00 a.m., CMBC P101
Led by Maurine L., she says, “We will be discussing a book called "Victory Over the Darkness" by Neil Andersen, "Realizing the Power of Your Identity in Christ."

7:00-9:00 p.m., Beaverton High School area
Taught by Lois B., the focus is on women building relationships and praying together using Stormie OMartien’s book “The Power of a Praying Woman.” This group is for women who are serious about their faith and their relationships and want to apply God’s truths to their daily life. Lois says, “We will eat together, laugh together, pray together, and grow together.”

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THURSDAY

9:45-11:30 a.m., Beaverton High School area
This small group meets in Yolanda B’s home and will be using the book “Contagious Joy” as their study focus this fall. Yolanda describes life in this group as comfortable, a place to share and love on one another.

6:30-8:30 p.m., CMBC P101
This group meets at a great time for moms with kids in AWANA or women who work. While your children are learning about Jesus, you can join this group as they study scripture to discover the benefits of a relationship with Christ and how to remove obstacles that hinder that relationship. Using the Beth Moore material “Breaking Free: Making Liberty in Christ a Reality in Life,” this course includes both personal assignments and weekly group sessions. “Come with us on the journey toward greater freedom in Christ.”

7:00-9:00 p.m., Sunset High School area
Susan W. leads this group which has chosen to weave a series of books in through their study of the Word, including “What you do best in the Body of Christ” by Bruce Bugbee, “Building your Church,” and “Impacting your World.” Come share with them in fellowship, prayer, and learning about the Word.