Small Groups

At the weekend services we experience community, during the week we share life.  We know it can be uncomfortable to meet new people.  So we try to make the experience as comfortable as possible. 

Success at theChurch on Strayer is defined by how effectively our ministries move people from our ordinary lives to living an extraordinary life for Jesus Christ, one way we do that is to bring large environments (weekend services) into Small Groups.

We believe intentional relationships are key to sustained spiritual growth. That's why Small Groups are such an important part of our discipleship strategy. In a Small Group, people study God's word together and discuss the issues and challenges of life. It is also where people pray and care for one another, and people are missed if they don't show up.

That's why we place such a high premium on the Small Group program. It's how we minister effectively at theChurch. To find out more about Small Groups we encourage you to join us at the Small Groups cart in the lobby. You may also contact Stephenquint(at)wearethechurch.cc or read below for frequently asked questions.

  • What Is a Small Group?

    Small Groups are small groups of six to 10 individuals that meet weekly or bi-weekly for fellowship, Bible study, and prayer. There is a Small Group for all ages, stages of life, and spiritual maturity.

    The Small Groups meet on a semester schedule.
    Below is the 2010 calendar for Small Groups:

    Spring Session—February 22-May14

    Summer—June 21-September 10

    Fall—October 4-December 17

  • When and Where Do They Meet?
    Our groups generally meet Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings. Most married groups meet in the evenings, while men’s and women’s groups meet both mornings and evenings. While most groups meet in a consistent location (the home of a group member), some groups prefer to take turns meeting in different members’ homes.
  • What Kind of Small Groups Are There?

    • For the Summer 2010 Session, we have to following groups available:

      Co-Ed
      Leaders: Ed & Rhonda Fager
      Co-Ed (no childcare)      		 Alan & Rina Miller
      Young Families
      Where: 9260 Brint Rd.
      Sylvania, OH 43560       		121 Dogwood Ct.
      Archbold, OH 43502
      When: 1st & 3rd Friday of every month 7-8:30 1st & 3rd Friday night 7-8:30
      Contact: efager@pop3.utoledo.edu
      419.344.0601      		 amiller@rtecexpress.net
      419.956.0520
        
      Leaders: Stephen & Sarah Quint
      Young Married Couples      		 Bill & Sandy Self
      Boomers (50’s & 60’s)
      Where: 4430 N. Holland-Sylvania Clubhouse
      Toledo, OH 43623       		8849 Angola
      Holland, OH 43528
      When: 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month 7:30-9 2nd & 4th Fridays of the month 7:30-9
      Contact: stephenquint@wearethechurch.cc
      734.755.5575      		 billself@bex.net
      419.865.3131
        
      Leaders: Philip & Cheryl Neuroth
      Co-Ed Married & Singles      		 Rod & Jocelyn Bayliss
      Families
      Where: 10385 Neuroth Hwy.
      Blissfield, MI 49228      		 2962 Lexington Glen Blvd
      Monclova, OH 43542-9791
      When: Every other Friday night 7:30-9 6-22, 7-13, 8-3, 8-24/ 7:30-9
      Contact: philip_neuroth@hotmail.com
      517.443.5318      		 baylissr@yahoo.com
      419.867.8406
        
      Leaders: Dave & Melony Bradley
      Young Families
      Where: 3830 Wrens Nest Blvd.
      Maumee, OH 43537
      When: Third Wednesday of the month 6:30-8:30
      Contact: melonybradley@wearethechurch.cc
      419.867.8527
    • Men
      Leaders: Erine Berry Men's Breakfast
      Where: 229 Oswald Street
      Toledo, OH 43605-2125      		 3000 Strayer Road
      Maumee, OH 43537
      When: Every Friday night @ 6pm 2nd Saturday of the month @ 7:30am
      Contact: ernie.berry1984@yahoo.com 419-866-2094
        
      Leaders: Jamal Armstrong-College Guys Josh Oakley & Josh Neuroth
      Where: Panera Bread - Dussel Dr. Panera Bread - Dussel Dr.
      When: Tuesdays 7-8:30 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month 7-8:30
      Contact: Jamal.armstrong@utoledo.edu
      419.410.8002      		 carryingthecross7@yahoo.com
      419.868.9717
        
      Leaders: Corey Coutcher-College Guys
      Where: Panera Bread - Talmadge Rd.
      When: Tuesdays 7-8:30
      Contact: imageryofthemind@hotmail.com
      419.877.4899
    • Women
      Leaders: Lauren Rizzo-College Girls Megan Wittenmyer
      Where: Panera Bread - Talmadge Rd. Panera Bread - Airport Highway
      When: 2nd & 4th Mondays of the month 6:30-8 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month 7-8:30
      Contact: sy.lauren.rizzo@nwoca.org
      419.320.0154      		 mwittenm09@mail.bw.edu
      419.865.3453
        
      Leaders: Deanne Asche Jeanne Iles
      Where: Panera Bread - Dussel Dr. theChurch on Strayer
      When: Monday nights 7:30-9 Tuesdays 1-2:30pm
      Contact: dasche@tescobus.com
      419.351.8259      		 billdeut65@yahoo.com
      567.202.4351
        
      Leaders: Sarah Worley Melissa Avalos - Single Moms
      Where: theChurch on Strayer theChurch on Strayer
      When: Wednesday nights 7-8:30 2nd & 4th Wednesday 7-8:30
      Contact: sarah_worley@att.net
      419.531.4692      		 melissa.avalos@utoledo.edu
      419.205.2257
    • Sports
      Leaders: Jason Lauthers - Basketball Jenna Wood - Volleyball
      Where: theChurch on Strayer theChurch on Strayer
      When: Saturdays 12:30-2 Wednesdays 7-9
      Contact: jason.lauthers@gmail.com
      419.617.5641      		 Jennawood24@yahoo.com
      419.806.5003
        
      Leaders: theChurch Softball Team (spectator)
              		 Stephen Quint & Jake Michalski
      Street Hockey
      Where: WPOS (see Information for schedule) theChurch on Strayer
      When: Varies 1st & 3rd Sundays of the month 7-9
      Contact: ask@wearethechurch.cc
      419.866.2094      		 stephenquint@wearethechurch.cc
      419.866.2094
        
    • Epic
      Leaders: EPIC Small Groups
      Where: theChurch on Strayer Auditorium
      When: Wednesdays @6:30pm
      Contact: ask@wearethechurch.cc
      419.866.2094