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Small Groups

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There is a variety of small groups run by members of Adeyfield Free Church. These groups are the perfect way to get to know other people better, to study the Bible and to develop your faith and relationship with God in a safe and comfortable environment. The groups meet either at the church or take place in people’s homes across Hemel Hempstead on a weekly or fortnightly basis.  The groups are normally made up of 8 – 10 people with one or two leaders.

The groups all have their own distinctive characteristics: some are more heavily focussed on Bible study, whilst others have a more social aspect. They are open to Christians and non-Christians alike. Partners and families are all welcome to join in the social activities run by these groups.

Below is a brief description of the current groups. We recommend you come along and visit a few groups to see which suits you best.

To find out more please contact Admin

Mondays

Liz’s Group - Alternate Mondays     
1.15-2.45pm     Church Lounge

We are a small but friendly group of all ages who meet to share our lives together and to study the Bible. We start with tea/coffee and cakes and catch up with each other informally. We study the Bible notes given by our Minister, helping each other look at aspects of the Bible and discuss how it relates to our everyday lives. We pray for one another and for others who may be in need of our prayers, looking forward to seeing how God answers those prayers.  We also have a social gathering for lunch from time to time. Anyone who would like to be part of this group is welcome. We meet in the church lounge, alternate Mondays in term time and usually in the school summer holidays .


Tuesdays

Christine’s Group - Tuesdays twice a month    
@10am-11.30am Church lounge 

We are changing how we meet from January so these details may change. We usually start with catch up. Then we follow the weekly small group notes and enjoy the discussion questions. We also have a chance to pray for each other or issues that are on our hearts.
 

Wednesdays

Zem and Pam’s Small Group - Every Wednesday    
2 – 4 pm

There are twelve people in our small group at the moment although we rarely all manage to attend each week. We take turns to host the meeting or meet in the church lounge. Usually there is tea or coffee and sometimes there’s cake! We enjoy worshipping and praying together and we study the Bible using the Minister’s weekly notes. We occasionally organise and run social events for the whole congregation and their friends.

We occasionally hold events to fundraise for the church. We sometimes meet together with spouses and friends to just enjoy eating, chatting, watching a film, singing or quizzing together. The love and support within the group has developed over time and as new members have arrived, they have become part of that support circle. It’s a joy and a privilege to be part of this small group.

Wednesdays

Carol and Ian’s Small Group - Wednesday fortnightly     
8.00pm

We meet at each other’s houses and are a very relaxed and informal group. The group is as much about support and care for each other, as it is Bible study. We normally follow  the Minister’s notes or other books/subjects that members of the group suggest. We are a very social group. We have ‘social meetings’ every 2 months and in the past year these have included a bar-b-cue, an Italian evening, an evening walk followed by a pub meal, a games evening with pizza, a musical evening and a Christmas meal held at a local restaurant in Hemel Old Town. We love to welcome other family members who don’t come to the group to join us for the socials.
 

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Hello and welcome to our church. If you are a new visitor, we have a page for you to get to know us and learn more about planning a visit.
Click here to see more.

Planning your Visit

A Warm Hello

The following information is specifically for those planning a visit, so that you know what to expect before you arrive on a Sunday morning.

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Where and When

We meet in the Worship room at the Adeyfield Free Church Centre each Sunday starting at 10:00am. On Sundays we enter via the garden, using either gate, from the lower carpark. 
Find us 
 

We recommend arriving 5-10 minutes early to ensure you get a parking space and find somewhere to sit before the service begins. When you arrive, you should be greeted at the hall door by a member of our Welcome Team.
We serve tea, coffee and biscuits after the service and you are welcome to join us. It is a great way to meet people. All refreshments are free but there is a plate for donations.

Accessibility: There is wheelchair access, and a sound loop for anyone who needs it. Please let one of the Welcome Team know on your arrival and they will help you to get set up. There is a disabled toilet on the same level as the worship room and hall.
 

IMG 7159Our Service

The main service begins at 10am with a warm welcome from one of our team members. We then share news and notices, usually about what’s going on in the life of the church and upcoming events and activities. Then follows a time of sung worship, led by our band. We typically have a few songs lasting approximately 10 - 15 minutes. We then have prayers and a reading from the bible on which the sermon is based. Our minister or one of our leaders will then give a sermon which is usually very practical and we are encouraged to apply it to our everyday life. We then finish with a final worship song and blessing. There is an opportunity to receive prayer at the end of the service. Communion is usually held on the second Sunday of the month. 

 

What about my kids?

iStock-623301704-e159739484767Children stay with their parent or grown-up at the start of the service for the welcome, notices and songs . We really value worshipping God all together as a family. At the end of the songs someone will announce that it’s time for the younger members to go to their various groups. Children usually go out with their group leaders, you are welcome to take them the first few times and then join us back in the worship hall. have a great programme lined up for kids of all ages:
  • 0-2 years meet in the Creche. We have a room close to the worship room for those with very young children. Children must be accompanied by their parent/grown-up at all times.
  • 3-6 years meet 3 out of 4 Sundays in the Playroom
  • 7-11 years meet 3 out of 4 Sundays in the Children's room
  • 11 years + meet 3 out of 4 Sundays in the Youth room.
  • Young adults usually stay in service.

 The kids group activities vary depending on the age but usually there is a friendly welcome, bible stories, praying, craft, fun games and free play. Please pick your children up as soon as the service finishes.

Getting Connected

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Small Groups

While Sundays are a great way to meet new people, it is often in smaller gatherings that you can really get to know someone. Being part of one of our small groups allows you to make new friends, share together and support each other. We have a variety of groups that meet throughout the week, some afternoons and some evenings some on zoom. Check out Small Groups and see if there’s one that you could join, or we can put you in touch with a small group leader who will be more than happy to invite you along to their group.



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Serving and Volunteering

If you want to get involved in the life of the church and help us make Sundays run smoothly, you can sign up to serve on a team in due course. 

 
Get in touch with us to plan your visit
If you would like to come and visit the church beforehand you are more than welcome! Get in touch and we can arrange a time that suits you.
 
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Next, we will contact you by email to say hello and help arrange anything necessary for your visit.
 

Leadership 

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Rev Paul Stein - Minister/Pastor    
     
We hope that whoever you are, you will feel at home at our church.