Bereans has no age limit, yet most members are 55 years old and up. The group name comes from Acts 17:11: "Now the Bereans...received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day..." Three teachers (Walt Bouwman, Dick Redmayne, and Bud Bright) rotate monthly to lead the class study in accordance with the Standard Lesson Quarterly from the NIV Bible.  Bereans meets in the Fireside Room.

Bridgebuilders was originally to be a Singles class, but over the years it has become a group open to everyone - the current group consists of men and women ages 35 to 80 years old! The group often studies a specific book of the Bible and engages in lots of lively discussion about how their faith relates to life. The group has potlucks at a classmate's home several times during the year and even ventures on a field trip from time to time. This friendly group welcomes anyone desiring a place to belong. Bridgebuilders meets in B-206.

Faithbuilders is a friendly and caring group consisting of individuals in their 50s and 60s -- but this is not a group designated by age as truly anyone is welcome! Every week, there is a meaningful prayer time, singing, and a member-led Bible study that is based upon David Cook’s curriculum. The group stays connected outside the classroom through weekly email prayer lists and after class restaurant or coffee shop outings. Faithbuilders meets in B-212. 

Lamplighters consists of about 15 members mostly aged 50 to 60 years old. Several members rotate teaching the lessons from the David Cook study guide, which encourages much group discussion. This group also meets every couple of months for socials, which normally include sharing, food, and stories. Lamplighters meets in B-208.

Mind of Christ is a diverse group using study guides that change every 6-8 weeks. The Mind of Christ meets in B-210.

Peacemakers is a welcoming group of believers who seek to develop the faith "to move mountains" through Bible study, discussion, prayer, and fellowship. The class format includes lively discussion rather than lecture, giving everyone the opportunity to share their experiences and what they've learned from God's Word. The group strives to be a constant source of warm love and care as members share weekly needs and victories. The group also often  gathers outside class time for times of fun and fellowship. They welcome participants of all ages to join them! Mountain Movers meets in room B-209.

JOY OF LIVING is an ongoing Bible study for the community - while most of the group attends New Life Community Church as their worship home, the group is open to people from any worship community. Throughout the year, the group chooses a different book of the Bible as its study source, seeking to foster spiritual growth through personal study, teaching, and small group discussion. Joy of Living meets weekly on Tuesday nights from 7-8:15pm in B-205. For more information please contact Al Boysen at (562) 866-2700 or Colette Yonce (562) 925-5774.

FRIENDSHIP CLUB is a group for developmentally disabled students ranging in age from 16 to 60! Each meeting consists of prayer, singing, Bible verses and questions, a short Bible lesson, a craft, and light refreshments. This caring and accepting group welcomes new students and new teachers any time. (To be a teacher, there are no special requirements or weekly preparation for volunteering except that you have a loving and accepting heart to be a friend to the students.) From mid-September to early May (except the weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas, Good Friday, and Easter), Friendship Club meets Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:30pm in B113. Anyone who is interested in joining the group is welcome to visit us!  For information contact Judy Baham at (562) 924-8961.

CHRONOLOGICAL BIBLE STUDY meets Wednesday nights from 7-8:30. Men and women gather in B213 for casual lively discussions about “On The Same Page” daily readings from the Chronological Bible. Click here to view calendar or click here for the website. Participants discuss and comment on passages read the previous six days and the reading for the day of the meeting. Hosted by Men’s Ministries, this activity is open to everyone in the community. For more information, contact Jerry Williams at 562.860-7948 or jerrywilliams40@gmail.com or Judy Wink at 562.926-6320 or judywink@hotmail.com.