Small Groups and Fellowship

Small Groups:

At EPC we have a small group ministry for all. Our seniors get together in a group called the Lively Ones. We have a women’s circle. We have Sunday School classes for all ages. And two years ago we began a Life Group ministry. Life groups are small groups of less than 12 people who meet on a weekly basis and share in fellowship, study, and prayer. For example, we currently have a mature women’s group, a group for couples parenting young children, a group for couples and singles who are parents of adult children, a group for couples and singles who have no children, and a women’s group of all ages and various walks of life. The groups discuss and study books of their choice including the Bible. A meaningful prayer time gives the opportunity to encourage and support others in life’s joys and trials. Groups also meet on a social basis in various settings.

There is surely a place for you in these small group ministries where we grow in Christ together and build meaningful relationships.

Fellowship Opportunities:

As you will see in many places throughout this web site, there are countless ways that EPC members worship God, study His word, and learn more about our faith. But there are a number of times that we get together just for plain old fun, fellowship, getting to know one another better, and enjoying each other’s company. Several are regularly scheduled events.

Every other month we have a covered dish lunch after church called SAC – Sunday After Church. If you happen to visit on one of these Sundays, please stay for lunch and give us the opportunity to get to know you. We promise there will be lots of great food!
Every Sunday when Sunday After Church isn’t scheduled, members and guests have the opportunity to meet at a designated restaurant after church for food (Dutch Treat) and fellowship. If you are visiting and want to come with us, just sign the pad out in the narthex so we can include you in our reservations, and come have lunch with us!
An ice cream social follows the annual bell choir patriotic program. Many people bring homemade ice cream. This inspirational event is always scheduled in June or July close to the 4th.
A weekend Congregational Camp is held at Roosevelt State Park either in the spring or fall of each year. We “rough it” in the cabins up there and enjoy the opportunity to fellowship, learn, play, and worship together away from all the distractions of home and office.
An annual golf tournament tests the skills of our real golfers and provides a lot of laughs for our pretenders. Twice a month a group of us meet to play bridge. We are always interested in having new players, so join us.
A monthly meeting of senior citizens, “The Lively Ones” includes a meal at a local restaurant and often some type of “field trip” that might be fishing in someone’s lake or driving to some nearby attraction.
Friday Night Adult Fellowship meets in members’ homes monthly. The hosts provide the entree and others bring covered dish sides and desserts.