Small Groups - The Chapel in North Canton

A Small Group is a voluntary, intentional, authentic community of three to twelve people who regularly meet for spiritual transformation by implementing the Five Purposes of Small Group Ministry.

Small Groups provide an intimate group setting which allow people to Gather together to Grow spiritually while also Growing with one another, to encourage group members to Give to others, and to prepare all to Go and infect people with the knowledge of God.

A Variety of studies are offered within the realm of Small Group Ministry, focusing on Discipleship, Fellowship, Ministry, Evangelism, and Worship. These Five Purposes of spiritual development are emphasized in the ministries of each Main Pathway Small Group.

To become a church

with small communities

of light spreading

throughout the neighborhoods

of North Canton

and surrounding areas, changing lives for Christ.

A vision is a

clear mental picture

of a preferable future
given by God

to build His Kingdom.

We encourage all of our Small Group Ministries to actively participate as a group in Community Outreach.

A Small Group Newsletter, the Lamp Lighter, is published on a quarterly basis as a means of communicating the current events and happenings within The Chapel’s Small Group Ministries.

Small Group Facilitator Training is offered six times a year for those interested in leading a Small Group.

If you have any unanswered questions, feel free to call The Chapel office or Pastor Dan Hanny at 330.494.3419.

Main Pathway Small Groups

Growth Oriented Groups - to assist Christians in developing their Christian Lives.

Content Oriented Groups Bible studies where focus is upon information and/or intellectual data.

Topical Oriented Groups - Studies relevant to subjects like the Holy Spirit, Marriage and Family, Evangelism, etc.

Specialty Pathway
Small Groups

Seeker Oriented Groups/Evangelism - Focus entirely on outreach to non-believers or nominal Christians.

Affinity Oriented Groups Groups oriented to similar or same interests: Crafts Groups, Golf Groups, Hunting and Fishing Groups, MOPS Groups, etc.

Service Oriented Groups Groups that deal with ministry to homes, rescue missions, home repairs, etc.

Recovery Oriented Groups These groups assist people in maintaining their recovery from addictive behavior, habits, and lifestyles.

Support Oriented Groups - These groups assist people who have suffered significant losses in their lives.

Small Group Ministries
Get Connected. Experience Life Change. Groups Start Meeting this Month.

Sunday Evenings at 6:00 p.m.
“Experiencing God” by Blackaby & King
September 14 through November 30, 2008
Al & Peni Hummel’s home in Massillon
Cost $19 - Registration is required.
Group size limited to 10 people.

Monday Evenings (time TBA)
“Operation World View: What is the Story above All Stories and What is Your Destiny in the Story?” Starts September 15, 2008
The Kann’s in N. Canton & the Caes’ in Canton
Study Cost TBA.

Monday Evenings 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
“The Life You’ve Always Wanted”
by John Ortberg (a six-week DVD study)
September 15 - October 20, 2008
Joe & Patty Fitler’s home in North Canton
Cost $5.50/person

Tuesday Evenings 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
“Using Apologetics to Grow & Share Your Christian Faith” Christian Answers to
Modern Worldview Challenges
Starts Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Ron & Mary Dalpiaz’s home in Canton
A study guide will be supplied at no cost.

Tuesday Evenings 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
“Financial Peace University” by Dave Ramsey
A 13-week, life-changing program that teaches you how to make the right decisions with your money. September 23 - December 16.
Shawn & Trish Wittmer’s home in North Canton. Cost is $93/couple (see the study brochure for a list of all that is included in the cost)

Wednesday Evenings at 7:00 p.m.
A Study in the Book of Ephesians
Start date TBA
Harold & Shirley Goad’s Home in Hartville.
No Cost for this study.

Thursday Evenings 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
“Crown Financial Ministries’ Biblical Financial Study” Understanding God’s perspective of
managing your money.
September 18 - November 20, 2008
John & Betty Niebel’s home in Massillon
Cost $45/person or $55/couple.
Group size limited to 10 people.

Don’t Forget!! Small Group Leaders Workshop
Saturday, September 27, 2008, 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. in ABF #2
If you are interested in leading a small group or hosting one in your home, please sign up to attend this Small Group Leaders Workshop taught by Pastor Dan Hanny.