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We strive to be deeply rooted and flourishing together in Christ.
Women that journey together and Thrive!
Thrive is our Women’s Ministry. As women, God created us to connect with others for encouragement and challenge. Thrive helps women—of all ages and stages of life—pursue God, build relationships and flourish in Christ. Cultivate a deeper faith through small groups, monthly gatherings & special events. Plug in and dig deep. We don’t just grow… we THRIVE.
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Women’s small groups are 6–12 women who help each other become more like Christ. Women gather together to they share life, pursue God and invest in others. Below are some opportunities for women’s small groups.
Thrive Groups are women’s small groups that meet weekly at each of our campuses. A variety of different bible studies are offered at each campus. Childcare is available. When we journey together, we Thrive!
Women’s community small groups meet around the greater Grand Rapids area. These groups choose their own studies, and when they meet. Use Group Finder to find your small group!
If you have children ages 0-6 years old, join ABC Moms to grow in your faith, connect with other mothers, and be encouraged. Women from all campuses meet on the second, fourth, and fifth Tuesday of the month. We meet starting at the end of September, and meet through the beginning of May. We request a donation of $69 per semester to support the program, scholarships are available. Programming is available for birth to toddlers. Email ABC Moms with any questions.
Thrive Gatherings are light-hearted and fun-filled campus events where you can relax and get to know women in your community! Enjoy a delicious meal, personal story of God’s faithfulness and fun activity.
Thrive Gatherings are 6:30–8:30 pm at the Cascade, Kentwood and Knapp Street Campuses.
When: Thursday, November 16th from 6:30-8:30 pm
Who: Women from Cascade and East Paris Campus
When: Tuesday, November 14th from 6:30-8:30 pm
Who: Women from Kentwood or Knapp Street Campus
Thrive Night is a time of worship and inspiration with a nationally-known guest speaker. This large-group event will encourage and help you cultivate a deeper faith.
Bring your friends and plan to attend.
Where: Cascade Campus
When: Tuesday, October 17th, from 7 – 9 pm
Who: All women, from all campuses!
Thrive Christmas is an evening for women from all campuses and their friends to come and hear the nationally known speaker, Rebekah Lyons and worship together in a setting that is awe-inspiring, Christ Chapel at Cornerstone University.
Where: Christ Chapel at Cornerstone University
When: Thursday, December 7th, from 7 – 9 pm
Who: All women, from all campuses!
Here are a few questions we are frequently asked about Women’s Ministry.
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Our weekday childcare programs are intended for children ages birth–kindergarten. Please contact the ABC Moms Director or your campus Thrive Groups Childcare Coordinator about other availability if you homeschool or have older children.
Childcare is available for day-time on-campus Thrive Groups and ABC Moms only. Registration is required for each child. See your Thrive Small Groups or ABC Moms for more information about applicable fees and scholarship opportunities.
ABC Moms is for women from all campuses and meets at the Cascade Campus the second, fourth, and fifth Tuesday of each month during the school year. We request a donation of $69 per semester to supplement and run the program. Stop by the NEXT STEPS area at any campus for more information or send us an email.
No one will be turned away because of an inability to pay. If you need financial assistance to attend be able to attend a group, please contact your program Director and she would be glad to assist you.
Thrive Groups meet onsite September through early May. New groups launch each fall. You may join one of these groups any time throughout the year. Click here to see what groups are available at your campus.
Women’s Community Groups launch twice a year in September or February. The fastest way to get plugged into a group is by using our online tool called Group Finder. Click here to find a Women’s Small Group now.
If you have any questions about joining a women’s small group (on-campus or off-site) your Women’s Ministry Campus Director would love to assist you. Click here to send them your questions.
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