Life Groups have one, simple purpose: to bring people together.
We believe God created us to live in relationship with others and only then can we live the full life He intends for us. Sharing life through community is part of our design, but meaningful relationships aren’t always easy to find.
That’s why Life Groups exist—to make these life-changing relationships relevant and accessible to you.
That’s why Life Groups exist—to make these life-changing relationships relevant and accessible to you.
HOME GROUPS
Becky Stephens & Melinda Morris
Where: Elyria
When: 1st Fri @ 6pm + 1 Sun/month
Who: 18+, Kids - Teens or older
When: 1st Fri @ 6pm + 1 Sun/month
Who: 18+, Kids - Teens or older
Tim & Rebecca Axford
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
When: Every other Fri @ 6pm
Who: 18+ Kids - Yes
When: Every other Fri @ 6pm
Who: 18+ Kids - Yes
Tim & Sharon Warrick
Hosted by Cook & Michelle Liotta
Where: Avon Lake
When: 1st & 3rd Fri @ 6:30pm
Who: 18+, Kids - No
Where: Avon Lake
When: 1st & 3rd Fri @ 6:30pm
Who: 18+, Kids - No
Steve & Erika Archer
Young Families
Where: Litchfield
When: 1st Sat 6-8:30pm
Who: 18+, Kids - Yes
Where: Litchfield
When: 1st Sat 6-8:30pm
Who: 18+, Kids - Yes
Matt & Sam Crow
Young Married
Where: North Ridgeville
When: 2nd & 4th Tue @ 6pm
Who: 18+, Kids - Yes
Where: North Ridgeville
When: 2nd & 4th Tue @ 6pm
Who: 18+, Kids - Yes
Mike & Karen Davis
Seasoned Saints
Where: Elyria
When: Thurs 6:15pm, 2-3 times a month
Who: 18+, Kids - No
Where: Elyria
When: Thurs 6:15pm, 2-3 times a month
Who: 18+, Kids - No
Joe & Mary Ann Hetzel
50+ Group
Where: North Ridgeville
When: Friday @ 7pm 2x/Month
Who: 50+, Kids - No
Where: North Ridgeville
When: Friday @ 7pm 2x/Month
Who: 50+, Kids - No
Matt & Paula Weiss
Where: North Ridgeville
When: Every other Friday @7pm
Who: 18+, Kids - Yes
When: Every other Friday @7pm
Who: 18+, Kids - Yes
Garrett & Adrie Gitchel
Where: Location Rotates
When: 3rd & 5th Saturdays @1:30pm
Who: 20-30, Kids - Yes
When: 3rd & 5th Saturdays @1:30pm
Who: 20-30, Kids - Yes
Jamie & Sarah Mason
Blended Families
Where: Grafton
When: 1st Sundays 4-6pm
Who: 18+, Kids - Yes
Where: Grafton
When: 1st Sundays 4-6pm
Who: 18+, Kids - Yes
Women's Life Groups
Grandmas Matter
Carol Stadden
Where: North Ridgeville
When: 2nd & 4th Tues, 10am - 1pm
Who: 18+, Kids - No
Where: North Ridgeville
When: 2nd & 4th Tues, 10am - 1pm
Who: 18+, Kids - No
Women Helping Women
Irene Scherer
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
When: Wed @10:00 am Weekly
Who: 18+, Kids - No
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
When: Wed @10:00 am Weekly
Who: 18+, Kids - No
Dawn Dulin
Crocheting (and knitting) for a Cause
Where: Olmsted Falls
When: 1st & 3rd Sat 10am-12pm
Who: 18+, Teens with mother
When: 1st & 3rd Sat 10am-12pm
Who: 18+, Teens with mother
Rachel Stirnemann
Mom’s with Young Kids
Where: North Ridgeville
When: 2nd & 4th Wed, 9:30am-11:30am
Who: 18+, Kids- Yes
When: 2nd & 4th Wed, 9:30am-11:30am
Who: 18+, Kids- Yes
Men's Life Groups
Bible Study for Men
Dwayne Davis
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
When: Weekly Tue @ 7pm
Who: 18+, Kids - No
Young Adult Groups
Young Adult Ladies Bible Study
Angie Kitinoja & Katlyn Gregory
Where: Avon
When: 3rd Thursday at 7pm
Who: Ladies 18-35, Kids- No
Where: Avon
When: 3rd Thursday at 7pm
Who: Ladies 18-35, Kids- No
Young Adult Guys Bible Study
Jonathan Rosa & Jonah Eck
Where: North Ridgeville
When: 2nd Thursday 7pm &
4th Saturday 9:30 am
Who: Guys 18-35, Kids - No
Where: North Ridgeville
When: 2nd Thursday 7pm &
4th Saturday 9:30 am
Who: Guys 18-35, Kids - No
Special Interest Life Groups
Overcoming Addictions
Learn how to break free from destructive habits
Willie Murphy
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
When: Mon Weekly @ 7pm
Who:18-35 Kids - No
Financial Peace University
A common sense plan to overcome debt and build wealth
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
When: Jan 28- Mar 24, Sun @ 11am
Who: 18+ Kids: No
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
When: Jan 28- Mar 24, Sun @ 11am
Who: 18+ Kids: No
Exploring Israel
An exploration into the Biblical sites of Israel without traveling
Jim & Daryl Kilby
Where: North Ridgeville
Where: North Ridgeville
When: Sun @ 6pm 2x/month
Who: 18+, Kids- No
Grief Share
Valuable guidance and tips leading you to relief, comfort, and peace of mind
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
When: Jan 29-Apr 22, Mon 6-7:30pm
Who: 18+, Childcare for fee
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
When: Jan 29-Apr 22, Mon 6-7:30pm
Who: 18+, Childcare for fee
Ridge Runners
Must be able to keep 10 min mile pace for 3 miles
Autumn Kilby
Where: South Central Park
When: Last Sat of month @ 8am
Where: South Central Park
When: Last Sat of month @ 8am
Who: 18+, Kids- No
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT HAPPENS AT A LIFE GROUP MEETING?
You’ve probably seen Life Groups meeting and not even realized it. A life group looks like friends hanging out together. At its core, a life group is a small gathering of people, and it is less about what you do and more about who you do it with. By participating in Life Groups, you can expect to connect with others through time together, engaging in biblically based life giving conversation and praying for each others needs.
HOW OFTEN DOES A LIFE GROUP MEET?
Our Life Groups meet for three semesters a year—winter, spring, and fall. During the semester, most groups meet once a week. Life Groups are meant to bring meaning and community into the flow of your life, so even if you can’t attend every meeting, there is still great value in joining a group.
WHERE DO LIFE GROUPS MEET?
Life Groups happen throughout the North Ridgeville area and surrounding communities such as Elyria, Avon Lake, Brooklyn, Grafton, and Wellington.
HOW LONG DOES A TYPICAL LIFE GROUP STAY TOGETHER?
Most Life Groups meet for a semester. This way, new people can join groups easily and regularly. Also, the semester format allows you to try multiple groups each year. As relationships form, some groups choose to stay together for consecutive semesters, but new members are always welcome.
IS THERE CHILDCARE AVAILABLE?
Childcare varies from group to group. When you search our directory for a group, the group profile will indicate if childcare is available.
WHAT IF I DON’T LIKE THE FIRST GROUP I TRY?
The truth is, not everyone will find the best fit with the first group they try. This is why we encourage you to select a few groups that interest you, contact the leaders and try out a couple different groups before choosing the best one for you. The simple strategy to finding success in Life Groups is to not give up. We believe there is a group that is right for everyone—including you!