WEEKDAY SMALL GROUPS

Weekday
Small Groups

100 Days of Dante

BEGINS AUGUST 25, 2025

This is an independent study that is based online. You can participate on your own timeline.

If you would like to join a group of people at MVPC who are reading along, please contact Kimberly Caldwell at Church Office or by email.

With the upcoming Fall 2025 launch of 100 Days of Dante, consider embarking on the journey through the Divine Comedy alongside readers around the world - whether it is your first, second, or fifth time doing so!

If you have joined us in past years, 100 Days of Dante has more to offer.

Great texts can be read many times because of their depth and complexity. Every time you read The Divine Comedy, you will gain new insights, especially with the help of our 10-minute Canto videos. We as readers also bring newly gained personal experiences to texts when we revisit them, meaning you will resonate with different parts due to the ways you have changed.

Let's read together!

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Presbyterian Women

PW Circles

Martha Circle
Meets 2nd Thursday of the Month
1:00pm

Ruth Circle
Meets 2nd Thursday of the Month
2:00pm
Please note that circles do not during Summer months

PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN PURPOSE

Forgiven and Freed by God in Jesus Christ, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves:

To nuture our faith through prayer and Bible Study
To support the mission of the church worldwide
To work for justice and peace
To build an inclusive, caring community of women that strengthens the Presbyterian Church (USA) and witnesses to the promise of God's Kingdom.

For more information, please contact the Church Office and we will put you in contact with the MVPC PW Leadership.

Spirit Filled Living

Bible Study

Thursdays @ 1:00pm

Meeting Room 1

Led by Rev. Jim Webb

This is a Drop-In Class: so each meeting is different and new. No worries if you have not come before or skipped a few weeks! Just come! Please be sure to check the Calendar to see if the group is meeting that week!

What is Lectio Divina?

Lectio Divina is the spiritual discipline of meditating on Scripture, also known as contemplative Bible reading. It involves slowly and prayerfully reading and re-reading short passages of the Bible, then listening to see how God connects His Word to our lives.

The goal is not intellectual knowledge but conversational intimacy with God. We’re not necessarily seeking information as much as we are seeking transformation. Conventional Bible study focuses mainly on our minds' intellectual interpretation of Bible passages. Lectio Divina (LD) (contemplative study) asks us What to pray for? What to challenges us? What encourages us? LD encourages us to integrate what we learn into our daily lives.

Women's Tuesday Night Bible Study

BEGINS SEPT 9, 2025

Tuesdays @ 6:30pm

Room 117

Led by Rev. Tracee Hackel & Terry Shores

This class takes place at the same time as our Men's Bible Study group.

You're invited to join us Tuesday evenings for a seven-week Bible study exploring "A Jesus-Shaped Life" by Lisa Harper—a powerful and approachable guide to deepening your relationship with God through sound, life-giving theology.

This study moves beyond just learning facts about God—it’s an invitation to experience the fullness of who He is. Theology isn't just for professors or seminarians; it's how we connect with our Redeemer and remember that we are His—and never alone.

Together, we’ll unpack rich theological truths such as:

Imago Dei – what it means to be made in God's image
Hypostatic Union – Jesus as fully God and fully human
Christ's Transcendence – His holiness, sovereignty, and eternal nature
Christ's Immanence – His nearness and presence in our lives
Coram Deo – living every moment in the presence of God
Pneumatology – understanding the role of the Holy Spirit

This class will be led by Rev. Tracee Hackel and Terry Shores, who will guide us through meaningful discussion, Scripture, and connection as we grow together in faith.

Whether you’re new to Bible study or have been on the journey a long time, you’ll find this group to be a welcoming and encouraging place to grow in Christ and community.

All women are welcome!

If you need a copy of the book, please contact the church office to order one. We can’t wait to walk this journey with you!

BUY BOOK HERE

Men's Tuesday Night Bible Study

BEGINS SEPT 9, 2025

Tuesdays @ 6:30pm

Library

Led by Pastor Larry Shores

This class takes place at the same time as our Women's Bible Study group.

All men are invited to join us on Tuesday nights for a time of Bible study, discussion, and spiritual growth. This group will focus on topical studies, exploring relevant issues and truths from God’s Word that speak into our everyday lives as men of faith.

Bring your Bible and come ready for meaningful conversation, honest reflection, and encouragement in your walk with Christ.

Whether you're just starting out in your faith or have been walking with the Lord for years, this is a great opportunity to grow deeper and connect with other men in a supportive environment.

All men are welcome—we’d love to have you join us!