Small Groups

Small Groups

At Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church, small groups are the key to deeper spiritual growth and connection with other people. We offer a variety of small groups so you can get plugged in, no matter where you are in your spiritual walk. The groups offer a strong network of care, support, and encouragement that’s crucial for a tangible experience of Christ’s love through His church. Groups typically meet weekly or twice a month for 2 hours of study, fellowship and prayer.

Groups vary in size, style, format, time and location. Opportunities are available for men and women, young adult and more mature. Our groups are always open to new members. If you are interested in growing in your faith, in getting to know others at Blaine, or have questions that you’d like conversation around, please email the small group leader.

Monday Evening Women’s Small Group Our group meets weekly on Mondays, except holidays via Zoom. We women of all ages find support for each through Bible studies, topical studies, talking about our life and faith, and by praying together. Although unable to share meals together in person, we often will eat while Zooming. Led Kim Furugori kfuru@hotmail.com.

Tuesday Morning Women’s Small Group Led by Anne Arakaki-Lock salock@comcast.net

Wednesday Morning Men’s Small Group This group of men meets every on 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 10am at the church. This group meets for fellowship and to work on small church projects. Led by Shig Nishida  nishsr@comcast.net

Wednesday Evening Men’s Small Group This small group for men meets on Wednesday nights at 7pm on the Eastside. They pray, talk and study books that cover topics ranging from spirituality for men to relevant social issues. Led by Lorne Ricord lornetr@comcast.net

Thursday Morning Women’s Small Group Our Women’s (Bible study) Small Group meets the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month from 9:30-11:30am followed by going out to lunch for fellowship!

Friday Evening Women’s Small Group We are a group of women in our 50-60’s age range, however all are welcome! We generally have book/DVD/discussion studies to grow in our faith and relationship with one another while supporting each other as sisters in Christ. Occasionally we do a service activity or just fellowship. We meet twice a month on Friday evenings from 7:30-10pm (schedule is set when a new study begins). We generally do not meet during the summer. Group is led by Elaine Chin and Teresa Yagi. We meet at a home on the Eastside. Please contact the church office if you have any questions: blaineoffice@yahoo.com.