FIND A GROUP FOR YOU
Life Groups
Upcoming Electives
Growth Track
Men
Women
PEACE
Students
Children
Recovery
Wellspring
Life Groups
LIFE GROUPS
Life Groups
Life Groups meet in people’s homes (sometimes at church or a coffeeshop). We use a discussion guide from the Pastor’s message, pray for and support one another, and foster relationships in the Church family. Over 50 different life groups meet at a variety of days, times and locations. The next season of life groups runs 8 weeks beginning the week of February 5th. There will be a GROUP LINK on Sunday, January 29th where you can find a group that fits you.
Contact Pastor Matt at mwickham@brandywinechurch.org for more info.
Upcoming Electives
BLENDED
&
BLESSED
Blended and Blessed Simulcast
This is designed specifically for couples and step families. Blended families you are not alone! Join other couples in our community for a day of encouragement, practical teaching and finding hope in the future.
Saturday, April 29th
Contact Johanna Black at johannalb1964@gmail.com
FRIENDSHIP BIBLE STUDY
Friendship Bible Study
This group is designed specifically for adults with developmental disabilities. It includes times for fellowship, singing, prayer, a lesson and activity. Resumes January 3rd at 6:30 pm.
Contact Terry Turner at 317-281-6446.
FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY
Financial Peace University
If you’re stressed and overwhelmed about money or if you simply want to learn Biblical principles of money management, FPU is your next step. This 9-week course teaches you how to save for emergencies, pay off debt fast, spend wisely and invest for your future. Classes will be held on Thursdays at 6:30 pm beginning January 12th.
Dating & The Single Parent
Entering the dating arena as a solo parent is scary! YOU want the best for your kiddos, and you also want to share your life with someone. This will help you navigate some of the common pitfalls and gives wise counsel on a dating partner. Ron Deal, the author quickly points out that “coupleness does NOT equal familyness”. This book study will give insight to help you determine if your dating partner will help you form a healthy family.
Begins January 11th.
Contact Johanna Black at johannalb1964@gmail.com
Growth Track
GROWTH TRACK
Growth Track
These four foundational classes are designed to help you grow spiritually and become more like Christ and are the heart of all that we do at Brandywine! Each class is specifically designed to help you take the next step in God’s purpose for your life.
Men
BETTERMAN
Men’s Group:
This is an 11-week group study consisting of weekly video teachings and group discussions that provide a clear definition of biblical masculinity and practical ways to make your marriage, parenting, work-life, relationship with God – everything – better! Two options for times – Tuesday evenings at 6:30 pm or Saturday mornings at 8:00 am.
Begins Tuesday, January 3rd and Saturday, January 7th both in the Chapel.
PASTOR PRAYER PARTNERS
Pastor Prayer Partners
Pray for our Pastor and Service on Sundays. Meeting in Gina Colclazier’s office during first service at 9:30am.
Contact Marty Summers 317-373-3821
BREAKFAST
2nd Saturday Men's Breakfast
A word from one of our Elders, breakfast, and fellowship
8:30am - 10:00am
FIGHT CLUB
FIGHT CLUB
A 10-week challenge for men where you will grow intellectually, spiritually, physically and relationally and will push your faith and your life to a new level! Kick off is Friday night, March 17th and the group will meet for 10 weeks on Mondays at 6:30 pm.
www.fc414.club
Contact Josh Stamper at 317-727-2428
ORDER OF STEPHEN
Order of Stephen
1-year program that equips men to serve Christ and His Church at a deeper level. Meets 2nd Wednesday at 6:30-8:00 pm in the Family Room. A new group began in December.
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Mens Ministry Leadership Team
Contact Brendan Fleming 317-443-2886
Women
WOMENS FELLOWSHIP NIGHT
Women's Fellowship Night
Quarterly night of food and fellowship. Join us for a cookout, games, music, and friendship.
First Friday in March, June, September, and December.
All are invited. Contact Bethany Bruner bbruner@brandywinechurch.org
MOTHERS OF PRE-SCHOOLERS
Mothers of Pre-Schoolers
We go together! Mothers of Preschoolers meets two Monday evenings a month September through May offering encouragement, teaching, and friendship to moms of young children (pregnancy through kindergarten). We meet two Monday evenings a month beginning January 9 at 6:30 pm.
Contact Ali 765-729-3233
WOMEN OF VALOR
Women of Valor
Fellowship and encouragement for women in spiritually mismatched marriages. In-person meetings on the 4th Saturday each month at 9:00 am at Bonsai Restaurant in Fortville; virtual meetings on Facebook the second Saturday of each month. Begins on January 28th.
Contact Christina at 317-496-8187
TRIBE
Tribe
A monthly meet-up for moms of children with special needs. Fellowship, resources, support, and prayer…find your Tribe. Third Friday evening of the month.
Contact Tiffany at 317-690-0418
WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY
Wednesday Morning Bible Study
Wednesday mornings at 9:00 am beginning January 11th in Multipurpose room.
Contact Gale at 317-468-3615.
PEACE
BRANDYWINE COMMUNITY GARDEN
Brandywine Community Garden
Created to provide fresh produce for the food pantry, Brandywine Community Garden also cultivates growth and fellowship within the community through serving others. Meets Wednesday mornings. Contact: Karla Smoak, ksmoak60@gmail.com
NEEDLES OF FAITH
Needles of Faith
Create, pray over, and distribute blankets for new moms, local shelters, shut-ins, and church members in the hospital.
Two Monday evenings a month.
Contact Gayle Corfman 317-402-4308.
PRISON MINISTRY
Prison Ministry Volunteer
First Thursday each month at New Castle Correctional Facility, we host two worship services, teaching and praying with up to 250 offenders. You can greet, share testimonies, and pray with Offenders.
Contact Jeff Lindsey (317)294-2274
HOMELESS MINISTRY
Jesus Loves You Homeless Ministry
Opportunities to coordinate, pick up food and clothing, pack to go Goodie Packs, prepare food, or serve food downtown Indy every other Saturday. Contact Dale Johnson (317)697-7464
SPRINGHURST CHAPEL SERVICE
Springhurst Chapel Service
We provide a short chapel service with music, a devotional thought and conversation with the residents at the Legacy Memory Care facility at Springhurst Health Campus. Sundays from 2 pm - 3 pm. Contact Jim Placke 317-498-2446
Students
4:12 STUDENT GATHERING
4:12 Student Gathering
Sundays at 4:12pm
Follow on Instagram @ 412bccyouth or on Facebook at 4:12youth@brandywineglue for the latest information
1 Up – 4th-6th Grade
Sundays 11:00 am and 4:12 pm
Tim – 7th-8th Grade
Sundays 11:00 am and 4:12 pm
4:12 – High School
Sundays at 11:00 am and 4:12 pm
REDEFINE GRACE
Redefine Grace (Ages 13-17)
A 10-week small group, for 13-17 yr olds, providing simple, innovative and mental health solutions and community support for students, that helps our Youth care for their “whole person” The Physical, Emotional, Relational and Spiritual needs of those individuals. And is open to step in at any time. Meets Tuesday 6:30 pm.
SUPER
START
SuperStart (4th through 6th grade)
SuperStart is an overnight experience for our 1 UP students. This is a high-energy weekend in which preteens can learn and grow in their relationships with friends, leaders, and most importantly God. March 3-4, 2023 – Meets here at Brandywine then travels to Traders Point Christian Church.
Children
SMALL
TOWN
Small Town (Birth-pre-Kindergarten)
Our Small Town is preparing kids to make a big impact on our world. Through fun, games, songs, and a concrete bible lesson, your kids will get their first look at our loving heavenly Father! We teach your kids 4 BIG truths: the Bible Is TRUE, God MADE them, God LOVES them, and Jesus wants to be their FRIEND FOREVER. Small Town meets every Sunday 9:30 am and 11:00am.
ADVENTURE LAND (K-3RD GRADE)
Adventureland (K-3rd Grade)
Adventureland takes off where Small Town ends, preparing kids to make an impact on their world right now! Our kids learn through engaging Large Group with teaching and worship as well as relational Small Group with fun activities, games, and crafts. Your kids will love hanging out in Adventureland where we teach 3 BIG truths: Faith, Wisdom, and Friendship. We make the bible practical because God wants to change something in us to make a difference in the world around us. Adventureland meets every Sunday 9:30 am and 11:00 am.
AWANA
Awana
Approved Workers Are Not Ashamed! Awana is a year long intensive discipleship program for 3 year olds through 6th graders. Awana starts in August and runs through April. Awana has limited availability so please contact Pastor Ethan before registering.
Contact Pastor Ethan at edavis@brandywinechurch.org or 317-967-0160 for more information about any of these groups OR and questions you have about Children’s programming.
Recovery
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-Centered 12-step program helping men and women find victory over life’s hurts, habits, and hang-ups.
Celebrate Recovery meets on Thursdays at 6:30 pm with the support groups immediately following the large group time. Ages 18 and older. No childcare available.
Contact Pastor Paul at pgalbraith@brandywinechurch.org for more info.
MENS ADDICTION GROUP
Men's Addiction Group
A support group for those struggling with chemical substances that desire to explore to explore deeper issues in their lives, which have contributed to their addiction.
MEN'S GENERAL LIFE ISSUES
Men's General Life Issues
A group of individuals struggling with any issue who could benefit from a supportive, safe environment in which to share. This is a good place to start if you have not yet pin-pointed your primary area of struggle or you are new to Celebrate Recovery.
MENS SEXUAL INTEGRITY / ANGER
Men's Sexual Integrity / Anger Group
A Support group for those seeking recovery from lust and compulsive sexual behaviors and/or anger. This group is a safe place to share, struggles, pain and victories. It helps establish accountability and mutual support throughout the week.
WOMEN ADDICTION GROUP
Women's Addiction Group
A support group for those struggling with chemical substances that desire to explore to explore deeper issues in their lives, which have contributed to their addiction.
WOMEN GENERAL LIFE ISSUES
Women's General Life Issues
A group of individuals struggling with any issue who could benefit from a supportive, safe environment in which to share. This is a good place to start if you have not yet pin-pointed your primary area of struggle or you are new to Celebrate Recovery
WOMEN CODEPENDENCY / ANGER
Women's Codependency / Anger Group
A group for those struggling with the compulsion to rescue and take care of others, who have difficulties setting boundaries, or recognizing their own worth. Participants learn to express needs and wants in a healthy way.
Wellspring
Sign up for a group Here
FAMILY GRACE
Family Grace
A peer-led group that helps individuals care for themselves as they care for those living with a mental health difficulty or disorder (i.e., Addiction, Depression, Anxiety, etc.). Meets Tuesdays 6:30 pm. Ongoing, anyone can step in at any time.
LIVING GRACE
Living Grace
A peer-led group that helps individuals care for the “whole person” the Physical, Emotional, Relational, and Spiritual needs. For those living with a mental health difficulty or disorder. Meets Tuesdays 6:30 pm. Ongoing, anyone can step in at any time.
BREAKING THE CHAINS OF TRAUMA
Breaking the Chains of Trauma (Men and Women's Group)
An 8-week, peer-led group for trauma-related issues. Trauma can pose some of the greatest stumbling blocks to recovery for offenders, mental health clients, substance abusers, and individuals struggling with day-to-day responsibilities. Tuesdays 6:30 pm, begins February 7th. Ongoing, anyone can step in at any time.
GRIEF SHARE
Grief Share
A support group designed to help and give encouragement to rebuild your life after the death of a loved one. We know it hurts and we want to help. Begins Tuesday, February 7th at 6:15pm.
DIVORCE CARE
Divorce Care
A support group that guides participants on the path of recovery after separation or divorce. You’ll find helpful counsel to manage the emotional turmoil and practical tools for decision-making. Meets Tuesdays 6:30 pm. Begins February 7th.
RECOVERY AND RENEWAL
Recovery and Renewal
This co-ed addiction recovery group for both men and women utilizes an evidence/faith-based curriculum led by a licensed professional. Together the group will journey through a structured but grace-oriented process, that provides practical guidelines, skills, and tools that support a healthy lifestyle free from addiction. Meets Tuesdays 6:30 pm. Begins February 7th.
LIFES HEALING CHOICES
Life’s Healing Choices (Men’s and Women's Groups)
A resource tied to Celebrate Recovery offers happiness and healing through eight choices that lead to transformation. This group study will help you overcome any hurts, habits, or hang-ups!
Tuesdays at 6:30pm, begins February 7th, 8 weeks.
DIVORCE CARE KIDS
Divorce Care for Kids
This is designed for 5-12 year olds. DC4K is a safe, fun place where your children can learn skills that will help them heal. The group blends games, music, stories, videos and discussion to help kids process the divorce and move forward. Tuesdays 6:30 pm. Begins February 7th. Open for kids to step in any time.
REDEFINE GRACE
Redefine Grace (Ages 13-17)
This is a small group for 13-17 year olds providing simple, innovative and mental health solutions and community support for students. This group helps our youth care for their “whole person”. Physical, Emotional, Relational, and Spiritual needs. Begins Tuesday, January 17th at 6:30 pm.
POWER UP
Power Up
A 10-week program for 9-12 year olds to help them overcome life challenges through the power of God. We will cover topics such as anxiety, depression, anger, feeling overwhelmed and dealing with grief and hardships. We learn how God can turn our trouble into triumph. Each week we will use scripture, modern stories, activities, games, crafts, conversation and prayer to help us grow through our challenges. Each week the participants will be given a weekly challenge to do at home and parents will receive information sheets as well. Begins Tuesday, January 17th at 6:30 pm.