SMALL GROUPS

We need intentional space that’s smaller than Sunday mornings to support one another in the common goal of being with Jesus, becoming like Him, and being His hands and feet to the world. That space is small groups, and they are one of our primary ways of becoming family as we carve out time in our schedules to know God, know one another, and be known.

Current Vessel small groups:

• full — Sunday morning intergenerational group, going through Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Pete Scazzero. 10-11:30 AM.

• Tuesday morning men’s group, led by Craig Blocher (614-235-5142). 6:45 AM in M-201. Without intentionality—in the midst of the busyness of family, and work—following Jesus all too often becomes a solo endeavor God never intended it to be. Jump in to a community trying to do it together. Currently reading through the Gospels (jump in at any time).

• Monday night Young Adults (ages 22-35); for more info

For more small group opportunities like Friday Moms, book studies, courses with Emmaus Bible Ministries, etc. contact Craig, our Discipleship Pastor, at craigblocher@universitycarillon.net to find a best fit. Looking for a group you don’t currently? Let us know. We are in the process of developing more small groups and gathering interest, and would love to hear from you.

PRAYER

It is our firm conviction and deep joy to partner with God in prayer. We believe there are things that will not happen if we do not pray (Mark 9:29). We believe God hears, responds, and speaks when we pray. We believe God longs to speak not just to us, but through us to one another, in prayer. We believe that God has called His church to be a praying people, resting in His love, pouring out our hearts, and taking up arms against the spiritual powers at be to fight for more of His love and presence in the world (Eph. 6:12).

This sermon captures much of our heart for intercessory prayer. Check it out

Current opportunities:
• Pre-service Prayer: Sundays, 10:15-11 AM in the prayer chapel, directly across from the bathrooms.
• All-church Prayer: Mondays, 12-12:30 PM in the prayer chapel.
• Wednesday morning prayer: 7-8 AM in the prayer chapel.
• Prayer Nights: check Events page to stay up to date.

Next Gen

EPIC – While middle and high school students are part of our worshipping community Sunday mornings, our youth ministry is consistently offering incredible opportunities for community, Bible study, prayer, leadership development, missional service, and just hanging out and having a good time! See boredonsunday.com for more information

Prodigal – College and college age students are also part of the family Sunday mornings, but Prodigal provides a space on Tuesday nights for hanging out, prayer, sharing testimonies, and diving deeper into the Vessel message from Sunday.

• Are you out of college but have a heart for college-age students or the campus? Let us know. We’d love to see if there’s a way we can get you connected. Email Kris, our College Ministry Director, at krisholguin@universitycarillon.net.

Serve Team

There are two components to Vessel Serve Team:

• It’s been said that “it takes a village” to raise a family. The same is true for church family. We can’t make Sunday mornings happen without the help of people in our community setting up the space, making coffee, welcoming at the doors, helping first-timers feel seen, and more.
• We believe hospitality is God’s call to all His people in all areas of life. So we see Serve Team is an opportunity to practice this area of our discipleship on Sunday mornings, so we can grow in it outside of Sundays with neighbors, new co-workers, families, classmates, and friends.

Can you help us show hospitality on Sunday mornings? Can we help you grow in God’s calling on your life to be hospitable outside of Sunday mornings? Contact Diane Martin at dsm@cfl.rr.com for interest in joining.

Other opportunities to serve outside of hospitality are needed as well! If you are interested in serving on the worship team, in the media booth, or on the cooking / baking team, contact pastor Taylor at taylorfohr@universitycarillon.net.