Small Groups & Studies

Get plugged in at East Main! We offer several small groups for adults and youth both on Sunday mornings and throughout the week. If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Danielson, assistant pastor of faith formation.

Sunday Morning Adult

SONSEEKERS
Sunday from 9:15 - 10:30 AM in the Living Room
Led by Richard Beech: rbeech0148@gmail.com, 724-372-0148
Study: Scripture based study
A diverse group of men and women at different stages of the Christian faith exploring Scripture and its application to life.

BIBLE SURVEY CLASS

Sunday from 9:15 - 10:30 AM in the Room 201

Led by Jeff Wienel: jeff3@zoominternet.net, 724-992-2836

Study: New Testament

Lecture and discussion style class to learn about the Bible.


DIGGING DEEPER

Sunday from 10:35 - 11:45 AM in the Living Room

Led by Jim Dixon: jimanddianedixon@gmail.com, 724-967-5743 (fall) and Jeff Tedford: jtedford1@yahoo.com, 570-337-3107 (spring)

Study: Dig deeper into the text and teaching of the Sunday sermon through Scripture reading and discussion.

A diverse age group of men and women at different stages of their Christian faith.


BECOMERS

Sunday from 10:45 - 11:45 AM in Room 205

Led by Van and Karen Campbell: kpcampbell52@hotmail.com, 724-967-1460

Study: "Is Genesis History?" and Ecclesiastes

Traditional Sunday School class for adults ages 55+.

WEekday Adult

THE CHOSEN BIBLE STUDY

Monday from 6:00 - 7:30 PM in Room 201

Led by Melissa Danielson: mdanielson@eastmainpc.org

Study: The Chosen Bible Study

Join us as we explore what it means to be chosen by God and to follow Jesus through The Chosen Bible Study, Season 2, "Blessed are the Chosen." This group is open to people and families of all ages and stages of faith. Participants watch an episode of season 2 on their own in preparation for discussion and then meet together for a Bible study based on that episode. DVDs of the episodes are available to borrow, if needed. Study books will be available for purchase at the first session for $10 (or at a reduced cost, if needed). FREE CHILDCARE WILL BE AVAILABLE for children ages 3 - 5th grade - must register for this at least 2 days before each session. Registration is requested, but not required.


MONDAY EVENING WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

Monday from 6:30 - 8:00 PM in the Living Room

September 11, 25, October 9, 23, and November 6

Led by Harris Haggart: thehaggarts@gmail.com, 724-301-0996

Study: ABIDE by Jen Wilkin (Bible study on 1 John, 2 John, and 3 John)

A multi-generational group of women of all stages of faith studying God's word together; current group is made up primarily of women ages 45+.


KENOSIS - YOUNG ADULT GROUP

Monday from 7:00 - 8:30 PM at the Fugate's Home

Led by Luke Fugate: lfugate@eastmainpc.org, 814-771-4643

Study: Confronting Christianity by Rebecca McLaughlin

Men and women ages early 20s - mid 30s who meet for fellowship and Bible study.


PLAY & PRAY

Tuesday from 10:00 - 11:00 AM in the Nursery

Led by Sammi Williams: belljo80@gmail.com, 724-372-0840

A group for young moms and little ones to connect and encourage one another and pray together.


WOVEN

Tuesday from 7:00 - 8:30 PM in the Living Room

September 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, November 7, and 14

Led by Melissa Danielson: mdanielson@eastmainpc.org

Study: Woven by Meredith Miller

An 8-week interaction book-based group for parents who want to disciple their children to have a resilient Christian faith based on genuine love for and trust in God. CHILD CARE is available; please let Melissa know two days in advance.


WEDNESDAY MORNING WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

Wednesday from 9:30 - 11:00 AM in the Living Room (in person or virtual)

Led by Mary Sodergren: asodergren@zoominternet.net, 724-967-4180 and Marilyn Gregonis

Study: The Early Christian Letters by N.T. Wright (James, Peter, John, and Jude)

A group of women of all stages of faith studying Scripture together; current group is made up primarily of women ages 60+.


THURSDAY MORNING MEN'S BIBLE STUDY

Thursday from 7:15 - 8:00 AM at Beans on Broad

Led by Mike Jackson: mtojackson@gmail.com, 724-974-8091

Study: The Gospel of Matthew

A Bible study for men (primarily ages 40+).


THURSDAY MORNING WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

Thursday from 9:30 - 11:00 AM in the Living Room (in person or virtual)

Led by Betsy Mellon: bmellon@zoominternet.net, 724-967-1860 and Lou Ann Bestwick: bestwick@zoominternet.net, 724-974-1534

Study: The Chosen, Season 1: That the World May Know

A group of women studying Scripture together; current group is made up primarily of women ages 55+, but open to women of all ages.


THURSDAY EVENING WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY

Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30 PM in the Living Room

Led by Kelly Desue: kgclsg@gmail.com, 724-877-4623 and Melissa Krenzer: melissakrenzer@hotmail.com, 330-206-6951

Study: Take Courage by Jennifer Rothschild (study of Haggai)

A Bible study for women of all ages and stages of faith; group is primarily made up of women ages 20s - 40s.


DISCIPLESHIP TRAINING

Thursday from 7:00 - 8:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall

Beginning in October

Led by Don Opitz (contact Melissa Danielson: mdanielson@eastmainpc.org)

A 5-week training preparing people to disciple others in the Way of Jesus.


FRIDAY MORNING MEN'S BIBLE STUDY

Friday from 7:00 - 8:00 AM in the Living Room

Led by Richard Beech: rbeech0148@gmail.com, 724-372-0148

Study: Bible-based study

A small Bible study group of men ages 40+; open to men of all ages.

Youth & Children's Ministry Groups

Middle School & High School

Sunday and weekday small groups can be found on the Youth Page. For more information, contact Luke Fugate.


Children's Ministry (Ages 2 - 5th Grade)

Sunday and weekday small groups can be found on the Children's Ministry Page. For more information, contact Ilma De La Rosa.