Everyone is invited to join our ongoing small groups that we have here at St. John’s:
- Parents with Young Children
- Tuesday at 6:00pm
- Co-ed (Men and Women)
- Tuesday at 6:30pm
- Women’s – Evening
- Tuesday at 6:30pm
- Women’s – Morning
- Wednesday at 8:45am
- Men’s
- Thursday at 7:00pm
We’re hoping to expand our offerings of small groups as time goes on, so if one of these times doesn’t work for you, please let us know!
If you would like to join a small group, reach out to Monica at mbenda@stjohns-excelsior.org. If there are topics you would like to explore with others, or would like to learn how to facilitate a small group (it’s not hard!) please reach out!
Testimonials
“Being involved with small group has changed my life. I didn’t realize how much I craved and needed community in the faith. To be surrounded by moms and parents of small children as we journey through our vocation and do God’s will has changed who I am for the better – as a wife, a mother, and a friend. I can’t imagine life now without small group! Praise God for putting such strong relationships in my life that lead me on the path to heaven. ” – Member of Parents with Young Children small group
“Small group is a great place to discuss my faith and struggles with others who share common ground with me. I love being able to learn new things with others and to pray with them as well. It also keeps us accountable to each other. So glad I decided to join a small group even though it may feel like one more activity; well worth the time.” – Member of Co-ed small group
“Through my small group I have become close friends with people in our parish. Together, we have created a wonderful space for sharing our faith. I look forward to each meeting we have together. So many great thoughts and challenging questions have been discussed regarding our faith.” – Member of Women’s small group
“The men’s group provides opportunities to contemplate and discuss Scripture and Church teaching, and apply them to our lives and the complex world around us.” – Member of Men’s small group
Still on the fence? Have questions?
Read below for some commonly asked questions:
- What is a small group?
- A small group is a group of individuals that meets regularly to grow in their relationship with God through prayer and formation, and to grow in friendship with one another.
- What does a typical small group meeting look like?
- A small group meeting has a few different moments: prayer, personal sharing, teaching content, and discussion of the teaching. A meeting typically lasts an hour and a half.
- Where do groups meet?
- Groups meet in the group leader’s home or at St. John’s.
- Why should I join a small group?
- Small groups are a powerful way to grow in your relationship with the Lord, and to invite others into greater relationship with the Lord as well. Small groups are also an entry point into the Church for those who have drifted away, or who may not even be Catholic.