Studies, Groups
& Classes
Studies, Groups,
& Classes
Women
Lamplighters
Lamplighters combines an individual inductive study with a weekly podcast, small group discussion, and prayerful fellowship. We remain rooted in God’s Word and connected to one another as we seek to grow as followers of Jesus Christ. The 2025-2026 study is “Mark: God’s Word.” Women are welcome to join at any time of year. Registration begins August 4.
Days/times vary, in-person and virtual
Contact: Shannon Knisely
Register: lamplightersbiblestudy.com
Women's Monthly Bible Study
Monthly Women’s Bible Study meets in small groups for scripture study, fellowship, prayer, and mission. This is a great introduction to those new to Bible study or for busy women who are looking for a prayerful community. The 2025-26 study is “Finding Resilience, Joy, and Our Identity in Jesus Christ.” Women are welcome to join at any time of year.
Monthly Meetings, dates vary, in-person and virtual
Contact: Susan Holman
Monthly Women's Lunch Bunch
Monthly BYO lunch study featuring fellowship, prayer, and discussion.
Meets: 1st Thursdays, 12:00 – 1:15 p.m., FE 104 sitting room
Contact: Maya Moghadam
Moms in the Word
Moms in the Word falls under the umbrella of Lamplighters, and is a low-pressure weekly Bible study that provides fellowship for young moms with free childcare available. Fall study is “Heaven” by Jennifer Rothschild.
Meets: Wednesdays, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m., CO 208
Contact: Med Luckett
Men
Men in the Word
Weekly men’s study emphasizes building community and living lives guided by scripture. Studying the gospel of Mark in the fall.
Meets: Thursdays, 6:00 a.m., FE 200 and virtual
Contact: Mike Barnes
Downtown Men's Bible Study
Men’s lunch, fellowship, and lively discussion.
RSVP required.
Meets: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 12:00 p.m., Covenant CO 208
Contact: Maureen Crawley.
Andrew Hawkins Men’s Bible Study
Weekly men’s Bible study with an informal structure geared toward a rich supportive fellowship. The course of study for a given period is discussed and agreed on by the members. The scriptures being studied are read aloud in a group setting each week and then discussed among the group. Members can attend in person or through ZOOM.
Meets: Mondays, 6:30 p.m., CO 202
Contact: Gene McKenzie
Young Adults
Young Adults Brunch
Monthly brunch for young adults held at rotating homes near Covenant.
Meets: 4th Sundays, 12:15 p.m.
Contact: Kathryn Sedberry
Adults
Faith, Community, and the Word
Faith, Community and the Word operates as a Sunday morning small group, journeying through life and faith together, and discussing recent sermons, the Bible, and books on faith. A new book study will begin in September.
Meets: Sundays, 9:30 a.m., FE 121
Contact: Royce Poinsett
Early Word Bible Discussion Class
Read and discuss the sermon discussion guide on the sermon preached the week before and the scripture that will be preached in worship the morning of the class. The week’s sermon guide can be found at covenant.org/worship-online.
Meets: Sundays, 8:30 a.m., CO 208
Contact: John Fincher
Koinonia Sunday School Class
Read and discuss books that explore a variety of Christian topics. First Sunday of the month devoted to a previous Covenant sermon.
Meets: Sundays, 9:30 a.m., FE 107
Contact: Michele Keeler
Wednesday Morning Prayer
A weekly 30-minute time of prayer guided by the upcoming Sunday’s Revised Common Lectionary readings.
Meets: Wednesdays, 9–9:30 a.m., Virtual
Contact: Bonnie Canizaro, Frank Sheppard
Parents of Teens Sunday School Class
The teenage years are hevel; amorphous, changing, and ultimately fleeting. Join us to wonder, share, and be encouraged by each other as we seek to love our teens well, parent them effectively, and prepare them to live independently. Our study will be guided by “The Five Love Languages of Teenagers” by Gary Chapman, interspersed with supplemental materials on topics of interest to be presented by group members throughout the year.
Drop-ins are always welcome.
Meets: Sundays, 9:30am, FE 103
Contact: Jen Kost
Empty Nesters Sunday School Class
For married couples in their 40s/50s/60s who are approaching or already enjoying the empty nest stage of life. Provides opportunities for fellowship, book study, social outings, and Bible study while pivoting to the second half of marriage.
Meets: Sundays at 11:00 a.m., FE 107
Contact: Bethany Leffingwell
Kairos Class
Video lesson and facilitated discussion.
Meets: 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 10:00 a.m., FE 107
Contact: Beth Daniel
Pickleball
All ages and levels of play are welcome! Feel free to bring a friend, open to the community. Nets, balls, paddles, and music provided.
Meets:
August – November: Thursdays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
December – February: Fridays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
FEB 4th floor Gym
Contact: Gina Lento, Maria Raper
Exploring Scripture Class
This new Sunday morning class is a place for people to gather around Scripture to learn who God is and to grow in obedience to God. This discussion-style class is designed for anyone who is new to Scripture or who is seeking to read and apply the Bible in their daily lives. No prior work or knowledge is required, and all are welcome. This fall we will be looking at stories from the Old Testament, led by Laura Tuma, Dan Hart, and Pastors Stephen Murray and Ben Davison.
Meets: Sundays, 9:30 a.m., FE 100
Contact: Kathryn Sedberry
What Do You Do When God Calls?
A three-week study and discussion group focused on relying on God’s promised help, building trust, and listening well to share our faith with others. Elliott Flick will lead this three-week study based on his extensive research and writing on this topic.
Meets: Tuesdays, October 7, 14, and 21, noon, FE 104
Contact: Elliott Flick
Support
Walking the Mourner's Path
A Christ-centered, spiritually-directed grief support group for those mourning the death of a loved one and experiencing the pain of loss and the challenges of grief.
Fall Session
Thursdays: October 2 – November 20, 2025 | 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Winter Session
Saturdays: January 17 – March 14, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
*Excluding January 31
Contact: Jana Harrison