Small Groups

You were made for God’s family!  To be all of what God designed you to be, you need to be connected with others in your church family.  If you are not in a small group already, check out all the opportunities below to find a small group near you!  Next to each small group are crosses to indicate the level of study. 

† - Fellowship group, exploring Christ
†† - Relationship group, growing in Christ
††† - High accountability group

Revisiting The Sermon
Each week the teaching pastor will present a question based on the weekend sermon for discussion at small groups.  This question will help you relate back to the sermon and better apply it to your life.  Click here to listen to the sermon.

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Recovery for the City  ††
Something in your life has gone out of control. You know you need help.  By working through the 12 steps and applying Biblical principles, we grow to become true disciples of Christ.  Click here for more information about this group.
Leaders:  Jerry & Bert Hess
Location:  Vineyard Community Church
4444 Expressway Drive, Virginia Beach
Phone:  491.7975
Day & Time:  Mondays, 7:00 p.m.    
Childcare available

Intercessory Prayer  ††
Join us as we bring to the Father the prayer requests of our congregation and pastors and as we pray for the needs of the Church, our Nation and the world.  No experience necessary.  Beginners welcomed! 
Leaders:  Bud & Kathy Miller
Location:  817 Crepe Myrtle Lane, Va Beach
Phone:  499.4858
Day & Time:  Mondays, 7:00 p.m.  
Childcare not available  


"2 Samuel"  ††
Come and study the personal qualities and effective leadership of a king under God. The history of King David's reign over Israel. "...and David knew the Lord had established him as king."  2 Samuel 5:12
Leader:  Dottie Nabors
Day & Time:  Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Location:  4871 Cypress Point Circle, Va Beach
Phone:  671.1857
Childcare not available


"Fatherhood Of God" ††
Join us as we study this 8 week series on getting to know God as our Father.  Since we rotate homes, please call regarding our location.
Leaders:  Dave & Michelle Dworske
Day & Time:  Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Location:  Please call for location.
Phone:  498.0552
Childcare not available
 

"Develop Your Shape To Serve Others"  ††
God designed your unique mix or gifts, natural abilities, personalities, values and life experiences to play a part in His kingdom. Join us and find your place of service. It's not all serious - come for the food and friendship, too.
Leaders:  Bob & Elaine Hutcheson
Day & Time:  Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Location:  3957 Old Forge Road, Va. Beach
Phone:  523.0932
Childcare not available
 

VC Shepherds-Seniors Over 50 Group  ††
"Teach Us To Pray"
Ever feel like your prayers aren't effective or that you just don't know how to pray? Join our senior group as we discover the basic principles of prayer.
Leader:  Dreama Jackling
Day & Time:  Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m.
Location:  3840 William Penn Blvd, Va Beach
Phone:  477.8075
Childcare not available


"The Alpha Course"  †
This course is a practical introduction to the Christian faith.  Alpha is an 11-week opportunity to explore the validity and relevance of Christianity.  Twenty years strong, the course is taught worldwide by virtually every Christian denomination.  There is no cost.  Click here for additional information about this course.
Leaders:  Mark & Sharon Holmquist
Day & Time:  Wednesdays, 6:15 - 9:00 p.m. beginning Sept. 24th
Potluck dinner - 6:15 - 7:00 p.m.
Location:  Vineyard Community Church
4444 Expressway Drive, Virginia Beach
Phone:  857.7847
Childcare not available

"Beginning Life Together"  ††
This six week study will provide an overview of the timeless pathway God created to fulfill His plan for your life.  We will experience together the five biblical purposes that God intended for everyone.
Leaders:  Gary & Leslie Deal
Day & Time:  Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Location:  1541 Lake James Drive, Virginia Beach
Phone:  965.6401
Childcare available

"Beginning In Christ Together"  ††
Teacher, Healer, Shepherd, Servant, Savior and Risen Lord.  Get to know Jesus as His followers did 2000 years ago.
Leaders:  Darlene Totten
Day & Time:  Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Location: Butch & Angela Wiseman's Home:
212 Cortland Lane, Va Beach 
Phone:  301.2711
Childcare not available
 

"Faith To Move Mountains"  ††
Build your faith and learn how to tear down mountains and walls in your life.  God will meet you where you are!
Leader:  Donna Haugabrook
Day & Time:  Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.
Location:  4237 Buckeye Court, Virginia Beach
Phone:  965.7470
Childcare available
 

"1830 Young Adult Ministry"  ††
The purpose of 1830 is to provide an environment where individuals ages 18-30 can connect with one another through the love of Christ, serve each other and the community, and grow spiritually through the living word of God.
Leaders: Jonathan & Rebekah Slider
Day & Time: Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Location: 1409 Peartree Arch, Virginia Beach
Phone:  301.2902
Childcare not available

"Beginning Life Together"  ††
This six week study will provide an overview of the timeless pathway God created to fulfill His plan for your life.  We will experience together the five biblical purposes that God intended for everyone.
Leaders: Erlinda Suozzi & Sandy Archer
Day & Time: Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Location: 4721 Skipjack Court, Virginia Beach
Phone: 963.6884 or 423.0604/714.5248

"The Purpose Driven Life"  ††
Join us as we study Rick Warren's book, "The Purpose Driven Life."  Come and discover your purpose.  Don't forget to bring your Bible!
Leaders:  Eddie & Felicia Denham
Day & Time:  Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.
Location:  3836 S. Plaza Trail, Virginia Beach
Phone:  237.-7379
Childcare not available
 

Women's Group - God'z Girlz  ††
"Woman Thou Art Loosed"
Author T.D. Jakes masterfully discusses the sensitive issues that have haunted the hearts of women.  The redemptive message is clear: Christ will heal the wounds of the past as trauma, tragedies and disappointments.
Leaders:  Kim Davis & Suzie Bennett
Day & Time:  Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.
Potluck Dinner - 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Location:  1132 Confederate Crescent, Virginia Beach
Phone:  416.1230 or 423.1886
Childcare not available

  
Singles Over 30 ††
"True Faced"
We are studying John Lynch's book "True Faced".  Come with us on a journey of learning how to trust God and others with the YOU that God has made you to be.  Starts January 31st.
Leader: David Morrin
Day & Time:  Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.
Location:  1512 Hedgerow Drive, Virginia Beach
Phone:  464.6096   
Childcare not available
 

A Heart for Missions  ††
If you have a heart for missions and would like to see what we are all about, come and join us!  "...and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all of Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." Acts 1:8
New group forming February 22nd!
Day & Time:  Fridays, 7:00 p.m.
Location:  Please call for location
Phone:  486.2465  
Childcare not available


"Indigenous Church Planting in Africa"  ††
Interested in Full Time Missions?  Come learn about what it means to plant a long term mission indigenously in any country.
Leaders:  Matt & Bonnie Blackburn
Day & Time:  Fridays, 7:00 p.m.
Location:  Call for location.
Phone:  328.1586
Childcare not available


Men's Group  ††
"The Path Principle"
Starts September 29th
This Bible Study is based on Andy Stanley's series "The Path Principle".  You will discover a simple but profound truth that "your direction, not your intention, determines your destination." 
Leader: Mike Morrin
Day & Time:  Saturdays, 9:00 a.m.
Location:  Vineyard Community Church
4444 Expressway Drive, Virginia Beach
Phone:  497.4550
Childcare not available