Find Your Circle
Life Groups at Harvest Ridge Church are a place for you to join with a small group of people with the goal of helping each other follow Jesus. It is a great place to meet people! At Life Group, there are always 3 things people gather around: food, Bible and prayer. We believe life change happens in circles, not rows. So, join a circle today!
AVAILABLE LIFE GROUPS
General Life Groups
John & Bebee Toton
Where: Oberlin
When: 2nd Friday of the month, 6pm
Who: 18+, Kids - Yes
When: 2nd Friday of the month, 6pm
Who: 18+, Kids - Yes
Bryce & Natalie Freels
Where: Cleveland
When: 3rd Friday of the month, 6pm
Who: 18+, Kids - Yes
When: 3rd Friday of the month, 6pm
Who: 18+, Kids - Yes
Alberto & Tracy Ramos
In-Betweeners
Where: Grafton - Starting Nov 2nd
When: Mondays - Every other, 6:30pm
Who: 30-50 years old, Kids - 12 years and older
Where: Grafton - Starting Nov 2nd
When: Mondays - Every other, 6:30pm
Who: 30-50 years old, Kids - 12 years and older
Jamie & Sarah Mason
Blended Families
Where: Grafton
When:2nd Sunday of the month, 3pm
Who: 18+, Kids - Yes
Where: Grafton
When:2nd Sunday of the month, 3pm
Who: 18+, Kids - Yes
Anthony & Ariana Savage
Young Couples
Where: Amherst
When: 2nd Friday of the month, 6pm
Who: 18 +, Kids - Yes
Where: Amherst
When: 2nd Friday of the month, 6pm
Who: 18 +, Kids - Yes
Women's Life Groups
Carol Stadden
Grandmas Matter
Where: North Ridgeville
When: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month, 10am
Who: 18+, Kids - No
Where: North Ridgeville
When: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month, 10am
Who: 18+, Kids - No
Dawn Dulin
Crocheting (and knitting) for a Cause
Where: Olmsted Falls
When: 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month, 10am
Who: 18+, Teens with mother
Where: Olmsted Falls
When: 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month, 10am
Who: 18+, Teens with mother
Arlene Cintron
Klyne McComas
Women's Ministry Life Group
Where: Location will vary
When: 3rd Monday of every month, 7pm
Who: 16+, No Kids under 9yrs old
(Kids that can be entertained on their own are allowed)
Where: Location will vary
When: 3rd Monday of every month, 7pm
Who: 16+, No Kids under 9yrs old
(Kids that can be entertained on their own are allowed)
Moms of Young Kids
Where: North Ridgeville
When: 2nd & 4th Fridays of the month, 10am
Who:18+ Kids- Yes
Where: North Ridgeville
When: 2nd & 4th Fridays of the month, 10am
Who:18+ Kids- Yes
Irene Scherer
Women Helping Women
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
When: Wednesday Weekly, 10am
Who: 18+, Kids - No
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
When: Wednesday Weekly, 10am
Who: 18+, Kids - No
Men's Life Groups
Bible Study for Men
Married Men with children
Dwayne Davis
A study through the book of James
Where: Panera Bread, Chestnut Commons
When: Saturdays, Oct 3 - Nov 21, 8am
Who: Men 18+, Kids - No
A study through the book of James
Where: Panera Bread, Chestnut Commons
When: Saturdays, Oct 3 - Nov 21, 8am
Who: Men 18+, Kids - No
Israel Cintron
Where:Panera across from LCCC
When: 4th Monday of the month, 7pm
Who: Men 18+, Kids - No
Where:Panera across from LCCC
When: 4th Monday of the month, 7pm
Who: Men 18+, Kids - No
Young Adult Groups
Career Age
Luke Lengel
Where: Fairview Park
When: 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month, 6pm
Who:18-35 Kids - No
Where: Fairview Park
When: 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month, 6pm
Who:18-35 Kids - No
Young Adults
Dwayne & Crystal Davis
Where: LaGrange
When: 2nd & 4th Sundays of the month, 6pm
Who: 18-30, Kids - No
Where: LaGrange
When: 2nd & 4th Sundays of the month, 6pm
Who: 18-30, Kids - No
Young Adult Women's Bible Study
Ariana Savage
Where: South Amherst
When: 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month, 6pm
Who: 18-30, Kids - Please Contact
Where: South Amherst
When: 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month, 6pm
Who: 18-30, Kids - Please Contact
Recent Grads Life Group
Jordan Myers
Where: Location varies
When: 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month, 6pm
Who: Students who have graduated HS within the last 4 years
Where: Location varies
When: 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month, 6pm
Who: Students who have graduated HS within the last 4 years
Special Interest Groups
Grief Share
Melissa Tilocco Gaylord
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
When:Two thirteen sessions per year
Who: 18+, Kids- No
Grief Share is a welcoming support group for people grieving the death of a family member or friend.
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
When:Two thirteen sessions per year
Who: 18+, Kids- No
Grief Share is a welcoming support group for people grieving the death of a family member or friend.
Ridge Runners
Autumn Kilby
Where: South Central Park
When: Last Sat of month, 8am
Who: 18+, Kids- No
Where: South Central Park
When: Last Sat of month, 8am
Who: 18+, Kids- No
Evangelism
Coaches
Encouraging One Another in Sharing the Gospel
Bonnie Isaacs
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
When: 3rd Saturday of the month, 9:45am
Who:18+ Kids - teen with parent
Bonnie Isaacs
Where: Harvest Ridge Church
When: 3rd Saturday of the month, 9:45am
Who:18+ Kids - teen with parent
Partnership with Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Kyle Milner
Where: N. Ridgeville, Tacos Del Pueblo
When: 2nd & 4th Sunday or Monday of the month
6pm Sunday, 8pm Monday
Who:18+ Kids - No
Kyle Milner
Where: N. Ridgeville, Tacos Del Pueblo
When: 2nd & 4th Sunday or Monday of the month
6pm Sunday, 8pm Monday
Who:18+ Kids - No
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT HAPPENS AT A LIFE GROUP MEETING?
Life groups usually gather together for a couple hours in a relaxed environment. They often share a meal together, talk about a recent sermon or Bible passage, and pray for each other’s needs. Of course, there is time at the beginning and end to simply hang out together.
HOW OFTEN DOES A LIFE GROUP MEET?
It depends on the group. Most groups meet once or twice per month. Some groups meet weekly. Most groups take a short break for the holidays and summer, meeting consistently during the fall, winter and spring.
WHERE DO LIFE GROUPS MEET?
Most groups meet in homes in a city nearby or in North Ridgeville. Some groups meet at Harvest Ridge Church.
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?
Feel free to try a different group if the one you try does not seem like the right fit. Simply fill out another I’m Interested form. The simple strategy to finding success in Life Groups is to not give up. We believe there is a group for everyone—including you!
CAN I JOIN MORE THAN ONE GROUP?
Yes. Many people choose to join a home group and an interest based group. There are no rules, simply go where you think you will grow.
DO I HAVE TO BE A CHURCH MEMBER TO JOIN A LIFE GROUP?
No. Anyone is welcome to join a life group. If you are interested in becoming a member of Harvest Ridge or have questions, go to https://www.harvestridge.net/next-steps
DO I HAVE TO BE A CHRISTIAN TO JOIN A LIFE GROUP?
No. Everyone is welcome to join a life group, regardless of where you are in your spiritual journey. If you are interested in learning more about the Christian faith, check out our Alpha Life Group.