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
Category: Bible Study
Audience: Everyone
Status: N/A
Ages: 18-99
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: Every Monday
Start/End Dates: Starts Sept 19th - duration 6-8 weeks
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
Pinterest Party
Category: Shared Interest/Activity
Audience: Everyone
Status: N/A
Ages: All
Children Welcome: Yes
Meeting Days: 1st Monday of every month
Start/End Dates: Ongoing
Meeting Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Columbus, GA
Description: Come do different crafts and games all from Pinterest! We will meet once a month on the first Monday of that month. I will have a supply list for the following month. There is no childcare but don’t let that keep you from coming!
Host: Merian Maxwell
Requirements: Supplies for each craft
TUESDAYS
Tuesday Morning Ladies Bible Study - UPCOMING!
Category: Bible Study
Audience: Women
Status: N/A
Ages: Any
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: Tuesdays
Start/End Dates: 4 October - 1 November
Meeting Time: 8:30am -10:30am
Location: Columbus, GA
Description: This will be a weekly ladies Bible study where we can meet together and grow in the knowledge of Christ.
Host: Leah Lane
Requirements: Bring your Bible & The Amazing Collection: The Pentateuch This can be purchased on Amazon or bigdreamministries.org
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. “Seek the Lord and His strength; seek His face continually.” 1 Chronicles 16:11
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
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!
Ladies Evening Bible Study
Category: Bible Study
Audience: Women
Status: N/A
Ages: Ladies of all ages. We do not focus on any certain topic and hope all feel welcomed!
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: Every Wednesday
Start/End Dates: Ongoing/Year-Round
Meeting Time: 6:30 pm-8:00 pm
Location: Midland, GA
Description: In this 7-session study of the book of Isaiah, learn to rest in God’s promises and grow in trust. Unpacking Isaiah’s words—from the prophet’s challenging words to the nation of Israel to his prophecies of the Messiah to come—will reveal that you can trust God more than your own human effort or the counterfeits the world suggests. You won’t be striving harder, but instead trusting more deeply the Faithful One who is so worthy of your utter dependence. In Him you’ll find the comfort and peace you need to sustain you.
Host: Britni Merva & Anne Webb
Requirements: Isaiah Bible Study Book: Striving Less and Trusting God More by Melissa Spoelstra. We will watch a weekly video and have a discussion. The book follows along but is not necessary to attend.
COTT Pickleball
Category: Shared Interest/Activity
Audience: Everyone
Status: N/A
Ages: 16+
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: Every Wednesday
Start/End Dates: Ongoing
Meeting Time: 7:00PM-8:30PM (you don't have to stay the whole time)
Location: Columbus, GA
Description: Join us and have fun, learning and playing the fastest growing sport in America...pickleball! Cooper Creek charges $3.00 per person per night.
Host: Susan Grifenhagen
Requirements: Pickleball paddle (we have 4 extra paddles available for use)
THURSDAYS
Men's Coffee Connect
Category: Bible Study
Audience: Men
Status: N/A
Ages: 18+
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: Thursday (except first Thurs of month)
Start/End Dates: Ongoing/Year-Round
Meeting Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Columbus, GA
Description: Grab a cup of java and hang out with some men from COTT! Every Thursday night from 6-7pm, we gather at Midtown Coffee for an hour of shooting the breeze, talking about a few verses from the Bible and some prayer. It's a great way to get connected and caffeinated.
Host: Carl Wright
Requirements: None
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 - 8:00am
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: 16 September 2022 - 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
Stand To
Category: Bible Study
Audience: Everyone
Status: N/A
Ages:18+
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: Saturday
Start/End Dates: Ongoing/Year-Round
Meeting Time: 7:30 - 9:00am
Location: Columbus, GA
Description: Dive into the Book of Hebrews with your brothers and sisters in Christ.
Host: Brendon Simmons
Requirements: Bring your Bible!
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)
SUNDAYS
Kingdom Marriage
Category: Book Study/Discussion
Audience: Everybody
Status: Married Couples, Singles, Dating Couples, Everyone!
Ages:18+
Children Welcome: No
Meeting Days: Sunday
Start/End Dates: 11 September - 16 October 2022
Meeting Time: 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Location: Columbus, GA
Description: Based on the book, Kingdom Marriage, this 6-week video small-group study instructs Christian couples on how to tap into the power of God as they seek God’s purpose and perspective for their marriage. Author and speaker Tony Evans explains how kingdom couples bring light and life to their families and communities and offers many practical insights and applications.
Host: Lonnie & Patty Freeman
Requirements: None, however you can purchase "Kingdom Marriage" by Tony Evans
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. We are continuing Richard and Rhonda's Supper Club and 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!
