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Getting Connected - finding your hiking group
Our Mission
Bear Valley "hiking groups" exist to be points of connection in the body of Christ, offering friendship, discipleship and encouragement as we grow together in our love for and obedience to Christ Jesus.

Don't hike those upward trails alone!
 
What is a hiking group?
Bear Valley Church encourages you to join in a small group or "hiking group". Based on the "Climbing Together the Upward Trails" A hiking group is an intentional gathering of people with similar interests or in a similar age group meeting together on a regular basis with a common purpose.

It is usually informal and comfortable. It is person-centered and fun.

A hiking group can make the difference between just coming to church and actually experiencing having a church family, between feeling spiritually stagnant and truly growing in your faith.

The warmth and acceptance that a hiking group offers creates the best atmosphere for relaxation, spontaneous get-togethers, and building life-long relationships. It is also the best atmosphere for spiritual growth, for asking questions, sharing struggles, and celebrating victories as we progress together in our journey with Christ.

A hiking group is a place of sharing, healing and growing. It brings us into community. In a society so filled with demands and pressures and crowds, it is a haven where we can relax and get to know our Lord, His word, and His people.
 
How do I connect?
  • One way to get connected with a hiking group is to simply check the bulletin for new groups that are forming, and call the number listed.
  • If you have any questions about small groups please call Chris Little, at the church office at 303-985-4000 or .
  • For a list of some of the different types of groups that are available see our List of Groups And Classes (.pdf file)
Sunday class connections
Sunday mornings are a perfect time to connect with others at Bear Valley, and it all happens here at the church.
8:00 a.m. Rise and Shine
Room 202
Teacher Jim Walters
For Open To All Ages
Currently Studying
the Book of Luke
9:00 a.m. Daily Walk
Room 201
Teacher Dan Lamb
For Open To All Ages
Currently Studying
How to study the Bible
9:00 a.m. Heart To Heart
Room 202
Teacher Deb Yang
For Women Only
Currently Studying
Beth Moore - Beloved Disciple book
9:00 a.m. Impact
Room 203
Teacher Jeremy Guddat
For Young Couples
Currently Studying
Practical studies of Bible answers to issues facing young families
9:00 a.m. One Accord
Room 204
Teacher Doug Howell and Steve Murray
For Open To All Ages
Currently Studying
the Book of Romans
9:00 a.m. W.I.L.L.O.W.
Room Pastor Walter's Office
Teacher Kathy Ollson
For Women Only
Currently Studying
David
9:00 a.m. Man Alive
Room 110
Teacher Tim Orrino
For Men Only
Currently Studying
The games men play
9:00 a.m. Belay
Room 114
Teacher Greshams and Lumpkins
For Open To All
Currently Studying
Expand your faith
10:40 a.m. Senior Adults
Room 201
Teacher Dick Bain and Janice Freedenburg
For Senior Adults aged 55 and up
Currently Studying
the book of Acts
10:40 a.m. Covenant
Room 202
Teacher Carl Markwood
For 50's and 60's
Currently Studying
How to study the Bible
10:40 a.m. Keeping it Together
Room 204
Teacher The Hicks
For Newly Married
Currently Studying
Topics for newlyweds
10:40 a.m. RUSH
Room 203
Teacher Connie Walters
For Singles 18-22
Currently Studying
Topics for college-age singles
10:40 a.m. Class 3 Climbing
Room 105
Teacher George and Cara Jakab
For Open to All
Currently Studying
Prayer and Discussion of the 9:00 AM sermon
10:40 a.m. 3D
Room 109
Teacher Grey and Mary Ann Jefferys
For Open To All
Currently Studying
Discussion based around the sermon at 9:00 AM and ways to apply those ideas to our lives
10:40 a.m. Theophostic Prayer
Room 110
Teacher Sharon Young
For Open to all
Currently Studying
13 week series on Theophostic Prayer
10:40 a.m. Beth Moore Class
Room a home nearby
Teacher Mary Tillapaugh
For Women Only
Currently Studying
Beth Moore Bible study series
10:40 a.m. Precept
Room 112
Teacher Elizabeth Smith
For Open To All Ages
Currently Studying
In-depth Bible study. Jonah and Amos
10:40 a.m. Single Purpose
Room Counseling Center
Teacher Various Teachers
For 35 and older
Currently Studying
The Book of Philippians
10:40 a.m. Parenting Solo
Room Pastor Jim's Office
Teacher Christine Nash
For Single Moms
Currently Studying
Connecting in Christ together

 
Sundays
Services and Classes
9:00 am | 10:40 am
 
Youth Discipleship University
6:00 pm
 
College and Young Adults
7:00 pm
youth room 115-116
 
Tuesdays
PEAK - (6th to 8th grade)
and C-Groups (9th to 12th grade)
6:30 - 8:30 pm
 
Wednesdays
AWANA's
6:15 pm
 
Choir Rehearsal
6:30 pm
 
Tender Warriors Men's group
7:00 pm
 
2nd & 4th Thursdays
MOPS (Mom's of Preschoolers)
9:00 am


There are numerous other
small groups that meet
throughout the week.
See the "Getting Connected"
page for more information.