COMMUNITY GROUPS
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SUNDAY MORNINGS
9:30 am & 11:00 am
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS
6:30 pm
For more information about our Community Groups please email Dr. Geoffrey Janes at gjanes@leeparkchurch.org
List of Classes
Sunday Morning
DISCIPLESHIP CLASSES
9:30 a.m.
BIBLE STUDIES FOR LIFE: We are a multi-generational discipleship class. We study LifeWay Christian Resources Curriculum / Bible Studies for Life. You will receive a book when you visit. Also, the weekly lessons are posted under files on our Facebook page. This class is open to every age group.
Teachers: Tony Hyatt & Russell McWhorter
Location: USB, Room 312
CHRISTIAN CRUSADERS: We are a class for adults with special needs. The class offers Bible study, fellowship, and ministry opportunities. We learn what the word of God says and find ways to apply it to our everyday lives.
Teachers: Ivy Morgan & Sue Traynham
Location: DC 2
FOUNDATIONS OF FAITH: We are a multi-generational co-ed class that exists to equip believers to understand and share their faith. We explore the Bible in depth, strengthen a Biblical worldview, and prepare members to have gospel conversations and defend their faith. We open the class to all ages and stages, because we believe strengthening our relationship with God will strengthen all relationships and areas of our lives, no matter what the age or stage of life!
Teachers: Lisa Nance & Jeff Edwards
Location: USB, Room 315
FRIENDS IN FAITH: We are a class seeking to help each other glorify God by maturing in our Christian walk. We do this by teaching and discussing the Bible using a book by book study of Scripture, framing every passage in its appropriate biblical and cultural context. Our study follows Lifeway’s Explore the Bible series.
Teachers: Scott Ward & Tim Richards
Location: DC 1
Time: Starts at 9:15am
HEAVEN BOUND! We are a class that uses the Lifeway literature to explore the Bible. Our three teachers rotate on a monthly basis. Our class consists of ages from 60’s thru 80’s men and women who love the Bible and the study of His Word. We utilize our class calling post to keep in contact regarding sickness as well as activities of the church. We would love to have any and all who would like to attend.
Teachers: David Surratt, Billy Plyler, & John Osepchuk
Location: Morgan Mill Chapel
KINGDOM BUILDERS: We are a diverse group of adults of all ages who love studying God's Word together. Each week we'll take an in-depth look at a specific passage of scripture to understand its meaning, context, and application to today's world. Questions and discussion are always welcome. In months with a fifth Sunday, we take that time to just share a breakfast together and fellowship.
Teacher: Chris Adams
Location: USB, Room 313
KINGDOM MARRIAGE: We are a class for married couples with the desire to live out a biblical marriage in today’s world. We use the Bible to guide and direct us in our relationships with the Lord and each other. Class consists of all ages and stages of life.
Teachers: Justin & Sally McAteer
Location: USB, Room 310
LEE PARK SISTERS: We are a group of women from all ages who love God and the study of His Word. Right now we are moving through the Gospel Project, a curriculum that covers the whole Bible over the course of three years. This curriculum is amazing in its depth and powerful explanations of Scripture that leads the class to make practical applications of the great truths of God’s Word to our daily lives. All are welcome!
Teacher: Nora Brooks
Location: USB, Room 311
LP COLLEGE: We strive to equip and engage college age-students to grow through the process of discipleship and to come alongside others to cultivate Christlikeness. We share, trust, and love Jesus Christ through teaching the Gospel and serving others. Note: Our LP College Ministry holds a weekly gathering that is at our Mission House, on Thursday nights from 7-8:30pm for a night of fellowship, worship, and study through the Word of God!
Teachers: Jay & Laura Stikeleather
Location: Mission House
TAKING MARRIAGE BACK IN TIME: We are a class with a goal to strengthen and encourage marriages, by going back in time to what started it all and providing reminders of how Christ wants the marriage relationship to thrive. We seek to find Biblical principles for our lives both as individuals and as a couple.
Teacher: Tim Gentry & Kyle Brown
Location: USB, Room 314
11:00 a.m.
BIBLE STUDIES FOR LIFE: We are a class that seeks to deepen our union with Jesus while we grow in our relationship with Him and with each other. Many of our members have children who are grown and are enjoying time with our grandchildren.
Teachers: Mike McLamb and Gary Morland
Location: USB, Room 312
EXPLORE THE BIBLE: We are a multigenerational class that takes a look at the Bible in a verse by verse fashion. It is our desire to apply our weekly studies to everyday life with an emphasis on a biblical worldview and answer life’s questions from the Bible.
Teachers: Dr. Landon Keziah
Location: USB, Room 315
LP YOUNG Professionals (YoPro): We are made up of Young Professionals who range from out of college to age 35. Whether you are single or married, you have kids or you don’t have kids; you are looking for a group of friends to hang out with. This group is for you. We have an in-depth study of several areas of Scripture, and seek to see how these references apply to our lives and walk with the Lord. Note: Also in addition to Sunday, YoPro meets once a month, we hold a big event that ranges from Pickleball to a Movie Night!
Leaders: Caroline Justice & Pastor Jake Justice
Location: Mission House
“NEWLYWEDS” CLASS (up to 5 years): We are a class that will explore a variety of topics uniquely relevant to the first five years of marriage. We’ll begin by examining the meaning of covenantal marriage—what it truly represents—and why Christians view marriage through a distinct lens, one that sets it apart from secular perspectives and even other religious beliefs.
Teacher: Pastor Austin & Kara Graham
Location: USB, Room 314
SENIOR ADULTS: We are a Senior Adult class that leverages Lifeway’s Explore the Bible materials to learn more about God’s word, leveraging our own personal background and experiences to apply God’s word to our daily lives. We encourage discussion in a small group setting and build relationships each week through study and friendship as brothers and sisters in Christ.”
Teachers: Gary Stickley, Glenn McRorie, Becky Cofer
Location: Morgan Mill Chapel
YOUNG MARRIED: Forever Newlyweds (6+YEARS): We are a class that seeks to strengthen individual walks with Christ with a specific focus on how that impacts marriage and parenting through the filter of a biblical worldview.
Teacher: Matt & Zach Cuthbertson, Dane Love, & Keith Griffin
Location: USB, Room 313
**GET TO KNOW LEE PARK: (October 2026 Classes starts on October 4th)
Three sessions over 3 weeks, offered every few months. Next one will be in January.)
Teacher: Tim Richards
Location: DC 1
List of Classes
Wednesday Nights
6:30 p.m.
DISCIPLESHIP CLASSES
Men’s Study
Teacher: Justin McAteer
Location: USB 315
Wednesdays (August 5th until TBD) - Note Start time is 6:45-8pm
Continuing the Wednesday night’s Men’s Group Bible Study. Come check it out!
Nearly/Newlyweds
Teachers: Darren and Tracey Lathan
Location: USB 311
Starts on Wednesday Sept 16th
A class designed to encourage engaged and newlywed couples by covering foundational marriage topics such as communication,
conflict resolution, in-laws, and finances from a Biblical world-view
One Nation Under God
Teacher: Nora Brooks
Location: USB 310
Wednesdays (September 2nd to November 18th)
In this 250th year of American freedom, explore the birth of America—from the founding and growth of the colonies through the writing of the U.S. Constitution. Discover the remarkable stories of the Founding Fathers, the First Great Awakening, and the Biblical principles that shaped our nation. We’ll examine the role of Divine Providence in America’s founding and consider how understanding our past can help us pursue a more God-centered future. Join us for a fascinating trek through the birth of America!
Seven Feasts of the Lord
Teacher: Pastor Barry Byrd
Location: USB 312
Wednesdays (September 2nd to November 18th)
What if God’s appointed feasts reveal His plan for redemption? Leviticus 23 reveals seven Feasts of the LORD—appointed by God and designed to prophetically point to the Messiah: His coming, death, resurrection, return, and judgment. For 1,400 years, God’s people rehearsed these prophetic truths. How well do you know the Feasts of the LORD? Maybe it’s time to discover what you’ve been missing.
Care Classes
6:30pm - 8pm unless otherwise noted
Dementia Caregivers
Leaders: Debbie Roehm and Kristi Butler
Location: USB 313
Wednesdays (September 2nd to October 14th)
DivorceCare
Leaders: Sharon McWhirter
Location: Merge 104
Wednesdays (August 26th to November 18th)
A safe 13-week, video-based support group for those navigating separation or divorce. Through caring support, biblical encouragement, and practical tools, it offers guidance for managing difficult emotions, making wise decisions, and taking steps toward hope and healing.
GriefShare
Leaders: Joy & Mark Cimijotti
Location: DC-1
Wednesdays (September 2nd to December 12th) - 6:30-8:30pm
A safe, welcoming space to navigate the unpredictable emotions of grief. In this 14-week program, you'll learn what to expect, find practical ways to cope, and receive ongoing support throughout.
Family Ministries
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Sunday 9:15am & 11:00am • Wednesday 6:30pm
LP NURSERY Babies up to 2 years
Note: A private room for nursing babies is also available.
Teachers: Ashley Anderson
Location: Nursery in the Worship Lobby behind the Chapel
LP PRESCHOOL 2 years – 5 years
Teachers: Amber Smith
Location: Check-in: Jr. Ark – sidewalk across from the Merge
Pick-up: Jr. Ark at the door across from the Worship Center
LP KIDS K – 5th Grades
Teachers: Leejah Ross
Location: All Check-in & Pick-up at ARK (K-Class time in FLC 304)
LP KIDS Wonderfully Made SPECIAL NEEDS ages 5 - 17
ONLY AT 9:15AM Location: Jr. Ark
LP YOUTH 6th – 12th Grades
Teachers: Pastor Jake Justice
Time: Sunday 9:15 a.m. only
Locations: All Youth Check In & Out - FLC Gym.
(Middle School students remain in FLC for class time also)
(High School Girls’ class time in FLC 302 and High School Boys - FLC 301)
Sunday 9:30am • Thursday 7:00pm
LP COLLEGE
Sunday 9:30am
We strive to equip and engage college age-students to grow through the process of discipleship and to come alongside others to cultivate Christlikeness. We share, trust, and love Jesus Christ through teaching the Gospel and serving others.
Teachers: Jay & Laura Stikeleather
Location: Mission House
Thursday 7:00pm
A weekly gathering for a night of fellowship, worship, and study through the Word of God!
Teachers: Parker Dearing and Olivia Jordan
Location: Mission House
Men’s Ministry - Monday Nights - Fall 2026
Weekly Men’s Ministry Prayer Group - 6:00pm - Location: Worship Center Lobby
Men’s Bible Class Starts back on September 21st - 7:00 pm - Romans (Picking back up in chapter 9) Location: Chapel
Monthly Men’s Ministry Breakfast Group -GUS on Sutherland Ave/Walkip Ave
on first Tuesday of each month at 8:00am
Ladies Fall Bible Study - Tuesday, September 22nd to November 3rd
Please register on-line to select a specific class. Childcare will be offered- You do need to include how many and specific ages on the class registration form. Books can be purchased at our bookstore on Sundays or you may choose to order from an online retailer.
9 am Ladies Bible Studies
Attending the Bride of Christ by Martha Lawley
Leader: Gwen Starnes
He’s Where the Joy Is by Tara Leigh-Cobble
Leader: Laura Slabaugh
Hold me Tight by Dr. Sue Johnson
Leader: Shannon Hill
6:30 pm Ladies Bible Studies
Dust to Dust by Jen Wilken
Leader: Linda Smith
Heaven by Dr. Jennifer Rothchild
Leader: April Whipple
Seamless by Angie Smith
Leader: Amy Steward
Christian Crusaders Class
September 22 - October 27th
Leaders: Laura Grier (Ladies)
Steve House (Men)
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