We connect with each other in CONNECTGroups.
True growth is not just about Sunday mornings. We believe that real growth happens when you are involved in community, not just sitting in a worship service.
To grow spiritually, you need to be connected relationally. A great way to do this is through a Church On The Trail CONNECTGroup.They are your key to developing healthy relationships with those who share your interests, or people who are dealing with similar life issues.
CONNECTGroups are an opportunity to reach out to others, while growing in your walk with God.
CONNECTGroups meet in homes, businesses, restaurants, or other locations throughout our area. These groups change and begin at different times during the year, so you have the opportunity to explore different groups, or join groups at any time.
You'll never fully experience Church On The Trail until you lock arms and connect with others in the Body of Christ!
Scroll down to explore the current CONNECTGroups and sign up for one (or more!) at the bottom of the page.
MONDAYS
M2540
Category: Missions/Outreach
Audience: Everyone
Status: N/A
Ages: 18+ (Contact Host)
Children Welcome: No (Contact Host)
Meeting Days: Every Monday
Start/End Dates: Ongoing/Year-Round
Meeting Time: 6:00-9:00pm
Location: 3406 6th Ave, Columbus
Description: We are called to minister to the spiritual and physical needs of the homeless and at-risk community, and we meet them right where they are in Columbus! Our ultimate vision is to grow the Kingdom by dramatically reducing the number of chronically homeless in our area.
Host: Ed Grifenhagen
Email: M2540@churchonthetrail.org
Phone: (706) 681-2732
Requirements: None
Marks of a Disciple - Upcoming!
Category: Bible Study
Audience: Everyone
Status: N/A
Ages: 18-99
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: Every Monday
Start/End Dates: Starts 30 January!
Meeting Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm (includes dinner)
Location: Midland, GA
Description: In Marks of a Disciple, pastor Dean Inserra examines six measurements to help us see whether or not we’re developing spiritually. This is not a checklist or a punch card, but rather a group of traits distilled from Scripture that should be evident in the life of a follower of Jesus. As we pursue these markers, our faith can flourish the way God intended.
Host: Don & Anne Webb
Requirements: Bring a Bible
TUESDAYS
Tuesday Morning Bible Study
Category: Bible Study
Audience: Women
Status: N/A
Ages:18+
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: Tuesdays
Start/End Dates: 3 JAN - Until Complete!
Meeting Time: 8:30am - 10:30am
Location: Columbus, GA
Description: "The Amazing Collection" is a Bible Study in which the entire Bible is taught book by book. A series of 66 lessons brings the main characters and theme of each book of the Bible alive! Discover how the collection of books is woven together to tell God's story from Genesis to Revelation.
Host: Leah Lane
Requirements: "The Amazing Collection" by Big Dream Ministries
Christ and Coffee
Category: Bible Study
Audience: Women
Status: N/A
Ages:18+
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: Tuesdays
Start/End Dates: Ongoing/Year-Round
Meeting Time: 2:00-4:00pm
Location: Columbus, GA
Description: Christ and Coffee is a women’s Bible study that strives to transform our hearts and minds to be more like Christ and to be witnesses to those around us. “Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable His judgements, and His paths beyond tracing out!" Romans 11:33 NIV
Host: Joann Freeman
Requirements: Bring your Bible
Route 1520 North
Category: Support/Recovery
Audience: Men
Status: N/A
Ages:18+
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: Tuesdays
Start/End Dates: Ongoing/Year-Round
Meeting Time: 7:00pm
Location: Solid Rock Church-Youth Ministry Building (6959 Warm Springs Road, Midland GA 32810
Description: Join the movement of men who are addressing their issues head on! We don't have to fight our battles in secrecy and isolation. This group is about being part of an authentic community where men can take off their masks and fight through the struggles of life together!
Host: Richard Moore
Email: Route1520@churchonthetrail.org
Phone: (845) 418-0889
Requirements: None
WEDNESDAYS
Growing in Faith: Ladies Evening Bible Study - Upcoming
Category: Bible Study
Audience: Women
Status: N/A
Ages:18+
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: Wednesdays
Start/End Dates: Starts 25 January - Until Complete
Meeting Time: 6:30pm
Location: Midland, GA
Description: Ladies join us for this Wednesday evening bible study diving deeper into the book of Isaiah. This study will include reading of the scripture and we will get together weekly as a group to discuss and answer questions that help us learn more about the prophet Isaiah and his prophecies. It also emphasizes Isaiah's prophecies of the coming kingdom of God and how they began to be fulfilled in Jesus' ministry. This guide will challenge you to welcome God's saving reign in your life today. All that will be needed is yourself and your bible! Questions will be provided.
Host: Ann Webb & Britni Merva
Requirements: Bring your Bible!
So That You May Believe: The Gospel of John
Category: Bible Study
Audience: Everyone
Status: N/A
Ages:18+
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: Wednesday
Start/End Dates: Ongoing -'til we're finished!
Meeting Time: 6:30am - 8:00am
Location: Columbus, GA
Description: Join us for a walk through the Gospel of John, digging into it verse-by-verse, looking at context, extracting timeless truths from the Word, and just having great discussions.
Host: Ed Grifenhagen
Requirements: Bring your Bible!
THURSDAYS
Galatians Bible Study
Category: Bible Study
Audience: Everyone
Status: N/A
Ages:16+
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: Thursday
Start/End Dates: Ongoing - #tilweredone
Meeting Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Columbus, GA
Description: Join us as we dive, verse-by-verse into Paul’s letter to the Galatians. It has long been called the charter of Christian freedom. In it Paul proclaims the reality of believers’ liberty in Christ—freedom from the law and the power of sin, and freedom to serve the living Lord.
Host: Ed Grifenhagen
Requirements: Bring your Bible!
FRIDAYS
The Breakfast Club
Category: Bible Study
Audience: Men
Status: N/A
Ages:18+
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: Friday
Start/End Dates: Ongoing/Year-Round
Meeting Time: 6:30 - 7:40am
Location: Columbus, GA
Description: The Breakfast Club is a weekly, ongoing, year-round Men’s Bible study. Bring your Bible and let’s dig deep into the Word! Coffee and a sense of humor are also welcome!
Host: Lonnie Freeman
Requirements: Bring your Bible!
Joyful Hearts
Category: Missions/Outreach
Audience: Everyone
Status: N/A
Ages:18+
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: 2x per month Fridays (Dictated by facility)
Start/End Dates: Ongoing/Year-Round
Meeting Time: 2:30 - 3:30pm
Location: Columbus, GA
Description: Joyful Hearts provides a devotional and fellowship to residents of Oaks At Grove Park, an assisted living and memory care community. Our mission is to remind the attendees they are loved, and that God is always with them. We hope to bring those that don’t know Christ into a saving relationship with him. NOTE: Since we are invited by the facility, the Fridays will vary.
Host: Joann Freeman
Requirements: Masks are required regardless of your vaccination status
BUNCO
Category: Shared Interest/Activity
Audience: Women
Status: N/A
Ages: 18+
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: 3rd Friday (Monthly)
Start/End Dates: Current - 19 May 2023
Meeting Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Columbus, GA
Description: All women are welcome! You don’t need to know how to play. We share food, laughter and good times. We meet the 3rd Friday of each month at Church on the Trail.
Host: Patty Freeman
Requirements: You, a friend, family and a dish to pass if you can!
SATURDAYS
Crafters Connect
Category: Shared Interest/Activity
Audience: Women
Status: N/A
Ages:18+
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: 1st Saturday of each month
Start/End Dates: Ongoing/Year-Round
Meeting Time: 10:00am
Location: Columbus, GA
Description: Join us the 1st Saturday of each month to make an inexpensive, fun craft. We look forward to growing closer to Jesus and each other in this fun, relaxing group.
Host: Lynn Wright
Requirements: Small fee per craft ($5 to $10)
Family Game Night
Category: Shared Interest/Activity
Audience: Everyone
Status: N/A
Ages: All
Children Welcome: Yes
Meeting Days: 2nd Saturday of each month
Start/End Dates: Ongoing/Year-Round
Meeting Time: 6:00pm
Location: Waverly Hall, GA
Description: All are welcome to a family game night! We will have a potluck dinner first, getting to know each other. Praying for each other. Being together. Then spend the rest of the night playing a game.
Host: Jessica Domenget
Requirements: None
SUNDAYS
Table Talk Supper Club
Category: Sunday Message Discussion
Audience: Everyone
Status: N/A
Ages:18+
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: 2nd Sunday of the month (subject to change)
Start/End Dates: Ongoing/Year-Round
Meeting Time: 5pm - 7pm
Location: Columbus, GA
Description: Gather with friends to share a meal and enjoy a devotion with the Table Talk from the COTT service. Nancy Brim and Family are opening their home for our gathering. Please join us!
Host: Lynn Wright & Nancy Brim
Requirements: Bring a dish or dessert to share!
