MEN
Men's Bible Study & Prayer
Garry Myatt & Duane Fisk
Wednesday - 6:00am HopeFront Church
Group Description
Calling all men to join us for Worship, Bible Study and Prayer each week throughout the year.
Men of Encouragement
Darron Healy & Jason Angel
Wednesday - 7:30am Garner
Group Description
This is a group of men who seek to encourage one another through God's Word specially focusing on the gift of exhortation found in Romans 12. We meet at Cracker Barrel (40/42).
HopeFront Runners
Justin Temple, Marshall Creech, & Bear Reams
Saturday - 7am Clayton
Group Description
Each week we will aim to run between 4-8 miles, with everyone running at their own pace. We'll huddle before the run to pray! We'll run either on Friday or Saturday morning with the day & time varying each week.
Road to Recovery - Men
Tony Bowles and James Stephenson
Tuesday - 7:00pm HopeFront Church
Group Description
Are you or someone you know struggling with anger, codependency, any addiction, or have suffered from traumatic abuse? This group will help you turn your hurts, habits and hangups into healing and restoration.
Bibles & Bikers
Drew Vallery & Jim Puluso
Sunday - 12:30pm HopeFront Church
Group Description
We will delve into what the sermon of the week meant to us.
Frontline Men
Jake Key & Martelley Graham
Tuesday - 6:30pm HopeFront Church
Group Description
This is more than a meeting—it's a journey. We're a crew of down-to-earth men navigating the challenges of life, family, and work, all while intentionally pursuing a deeper, more loving relationship with an extraordinary God. Find genuine brotherhood and purpose here.
Reel Men Fishing Group
Drew Vallery & Jim Puluso
Saturday- 8:00am Dunn/Benson Area
Group Description
A laid back group for men to connect, fish, laugh, and grow in faith together. Whether you’re an experienced fisherman or just there for the fellowship, Reel Men is all about building real friendships and encouraging one another while enjoying the outdoors. Come cast a line, share life, and be refreshed.
WOMEN
Disciples & Dragons
Evelyn Reams
Friday - 7pm Four Oaks
Group Description
Calling all nerds, newbies, and everyone in between! Lightraiders is a fantasy roleplaying Bible study game. The character you create will apply real Scripture to allegorical fantasy situations as they gain rank and level up core strengths (corresponding to the 9 fruits of the spirit). You will roll dice, fight dark creatures, laugh, and collaborate with other adventurers. Lightraiders is a fast-moving roleplaying system that includes a 15 minute Bible study wrap up after each 1-1.5 hour episode. The player's handbook (recommended but not required) is available for under $20 including shipping.
HopeFront Spinners
Carolyn Bartels & Caroline Dowless
Saturday - 8:00am Virtual
Group Description
Start your weekend with purpose—strengthen your faith and your fitness in community. This virtual small group meets every Saturday morning to dive into a short, powerful devotional focused on spiritual growth and wellness. Then, we hop on our indoor bikes and ride together for a 30-minute group cycling session using the Peloton app (or similar), encouraging each other every step of the way.
Whether you're just beginning your faith journey or looking to build consistency in your fitness and spiritual life, this group is for you! All you need is an indoor bike, a willingness to grow, and the app to connect with us.
Let’s ride with purpose—body, mind, and spirit.
Whether you're just beginning your faith journey or looking to build consistency in your fitness and spiritual life, this group is for you! All you need is an indoor bike, a willingness to grow, and the app to connect with us.
Let’s ride with purpose—body, mind, and spirit.
Hurts, Habits & Hangups
Tammy Potts & Karen Driggers
Tuesday - 7:00pm HopeFront Church
Group Description
A hurt, habit, or hangup is something in your life that hinders your walk with God and others. Are you someone that struggles with anger, anxiety, grief, codependancy, addictions, or from traumatic abuse? (To just name a few) We all have dark corners, but we're not meant to live there. This group will help you navigate through to a road of healing and restoration.
Women's Morning Fitness
Martha Fry
Tuesday & Thursday- 6:00am HopeFront Church
Group Description
Calling all women! Join us Tuesdays & Thursdays for a morning of fitness. What better way to start your day right than to invest in your physical health with the support of other women. No matter your fitness level, this workout group is for you! Improve your health, gain a support system, and create new habits you won't regret!
Prayer Everywhere
Pauline Dailly
Saturday - 9:00am HopeFront Church
Group Description
We meet biweekly to share prayer requests, praises and to fellowship! We will walk around HopeFront parking lot weather permitting and meet at Panera Bread (40/42) if inclement weather.
Walking with Jesus
Lois Kelly
Tuesday - 6:30pm HopeFront Church
Group Description
We will walk the church parking lot, discussing the verse of the week and creating friendships.
Yojoy (yoga, Jesus, you)
Shawna Carroll
Friday - 10:30am Garner
Group Description
Mainstream yoga is centered around improving one's self for personal benefit; yoJoy is yoga centered around loving Jesus and renewing our bodies not for self but to be better equipped to love and serve others. We will spend 45 minutes in basic yoga and 30 minutes in prayer as a group.
Not A Fan
Tammy Potts
Monday - 6:00pm HopeFront Church
Group Description
This is a non-fiction book that challenges Christian believers to move from being casual fans of Jesus to fully committed disciples.
We will meet on June 9th, June 23rd, July 7th, July 14th. We'll explore topics like breaking unhealthy patterns, setting boundaries, grieving well, resting in God, and creating space for lasting transformation.
Let’s pursue spiritual and emotional wholeness together—starting from the inside out!
We will meet on June 9th, June 23rd, July 7th, July 14th. We'll explore topics like breaking unhealthy patterns, setting boundaries, grieving well, resting in God, and creating space for lasting transformation.
Let’s pursue spiritual and emotional wholeness together—starting from the inside out!
Find Your People
Sarah Buss & Kristen Stancil
Tuesday - 6:30pm Cleveland Area
Group Description
Our culture today is one of shallow relationships. We are often too busy to invest in each other. We can use social media as a cheap form of friendship. Jesus longs for us to develop community with others. Join us as we delve into what this looks like, and how we can attain it in our own lives. We will be using the resource "Find Your People" by Jennie Allen.
Relaxed Walking
Sarah Buss & Kristen Stancil
Saturday - 5:00pm Clayton
Group Description
This is a 7 -Week Book and Video Series by Megan Fate Marshman. Jesus was never in a hurry to be anywhere other than right where he was, and we’re invited to practice the same presence. As we walk through Proverbs 3:5-6 We will learn how to TRUST that He already has everything figured out ; so relax!
Summer Book Club
Caroline Dowless
Thursday - 10:00am Cleveland Area
Group Description
Looking for a slower-paced summer filled with meaningful conversation, encouragement, and a good story? Join us for our Summer Book Club as we read Christian fiction together! Each month we’ll dive into a book that sparks faith, hope, and discussion while building community along the way. Whether you’re an avid reader or just looking for a reason to pick up a book again, this group is for you. Come ready for cozy conversations, new friendships, and stories that point us back to God.
CO-ED
Food, Fellowship, & fun
Chris & Karen Murphy
Tuesday - 6:30pm Location Varies
Group Description
We will meet at varied local restaurants to eat, talk, pray.
Praise, Prayer & Pickleball
Nate & Chelsea Childers, Kevin & Julie Kinsey
Tuesday - 7:00pm Clayton
Group Description
Looking to stay active and spiritually connected this summer? Join us for a fun and faith-filled time of fellowship as we combine praise, prayer, and outdoor play! Whether you’re a seasoned pickleball pro or a beginner. This group is all about building community, lifting each other up in prayer, and enjoying God’s creation together. Come as you are, and let’s grow in faith and friendship—one game at a time!
Sippy Cups & Coffee Mugs
Jack & Julie Rosa
Wednesday, 9:30a - Location Varies
Group Description
It takes a village! Let’s coordinate our chaos together with an extra dose of caffeine. We will meet at various parks around the Clayton area. Every age kiddo is welcome from babies to toddlers to big kids! Coffee will be provided each week. Come play with us!!
Summer Playground Meetups
Brooklyn & Tyler Bass
Wednesday - 6:30pm HopeFront Church
Group Description
Join us this summer for a casual five-week meetup for parents/guardians and kid(s)! We’ll gather at a different local park each Wednesday at 5:30 PM for time to connect, let the kids play, and build community together. There’s no formal study or agenda — just a relaxed, welcoming space to get to know one another.
Feel free to bring a picnic dinner for your family if you’d like, but it’s completely optional! Whether you can make all five weeks or just one, we would still love for you to join us. If your little one isn’t quite old enough to play yet, bring your stroller and a blanket and meet other parents from HopeFront. Everyone is welcome!
June 10- East Clayton Park
1774 Glen Laurel Rd. Clayton
June 17- Smithfield Park
600 Booker Dairy Rd. Smithfield
June 24- Clayton Municipal Park *splash pad
325 McCullers St. Clayton
July 1- Clayton Community Park
1075 Amelia Church Rd. Clayton
July 8- SKIP
July 15- Lake Benson Park/Holl & Stone
921 Buffaloe Rd. Garner
*for this last week, we will have park time and then head over to Holl and Stone (across the road) for optional ice cream.
Looking forward to meeting you all!
Feel free to bring a picnic dinner for your family if you’d like, but it’s completely optional! Whether you can make all five weeks or just one, we would still love for you to join us. If your little one isn’t quite old enough to play yet, bring your stroller and a blanket and meet other parents from HopeFront. Everyone is welcome!
June 10- East Clayton Park
1774 Glen Laurel Rd. Clayton
June 17- Smithfield Park
600 Booker Dairy Rd. Smithfield
June 24- Clayton Municipal Park *splash pad
325 McCullers St. Clayton
July 1- Clayton Community Park
1075 Amelia Church Rd. Clayton
July 8- SKIP
July 15- Lake Benson Park/Holl & Stone
921 Buffaloe Rd. Garner
*for this last week, we will have park time and then head over to Holl and Stone (across the road) for optional ice cream.
Looking forward to meeting you all!