Our Small Groups
We believe that it is really important for people to find a home and a family within the church. Small groups are a place to get know people on a deeper level and to support and challenge each other as we grow closer to God.
Most small groups run weekly and meet in homes in the community.
They are based around the Bible, family, food and prayer.
Get in touch with Emma, our small groups co-ordinator at emmafenn@wadsleychurch.com or speak to a member of the team for more information.
Monday groups
Monday Daytime Mums' Group
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Leaders: Amanda Pearson and Violeta Grigoras
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Time: 1-2.30pm
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Location: Usually at Violeta’s house (15 Northwood Drive). Sometimes meet for a Prayer Walk or in the park.
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Description: A safe space for mums with small children to share, learn, study the Bible, pray, and listen to God. "Little people" are very welcome!
Monday Evening Small Group (Heron)
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Leaders: Megan and Chris Heron
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Time: 7pm
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Description: A group of 20 and 30 somethings who eat, pray, and explore the Bible together. They also enjoy board games and pub trips. Socials are sometimes joint with Tim and Alex’s group.
Monday Evening Small Group (Cotton)
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Leaders: Tim and Alex Cotton
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Time: 7pm
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Location: Mainly at Don Avenue, with socials elsewhere.
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Description: The group shares food, prayer, and "some form of word." They focus on supporting each other and being vulnerable while having a laugh.
Tuesday groups
Tuesday Daytime Small Group
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Leaders: Sylvia and Michael Sharples
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Time: Tuesday mornings, fortnightly.
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Location: Barnfield House.
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Description: A group that prays together, looks at God's word, and supports one another on their journey with Jesus.
Tuesday Evening Small Group (Hipwell)
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Leaders: Steve and Anna Hipwell
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Time: 7.30pm
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Location: Different houses in Wadsley.
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Description: A multi-generational group with a heart for being a "family together." They eat, pray, and look at the Bible together.
Tuesday Evening Small Group (Merry)
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Leaders: Donna Merry
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Time: Weekly
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Description: Mainly (but not exclusively) for the over-50s.
Tuesday Evening Small Group (Vaughan)
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Leaders: Duncan and Lucy Vaughan
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Time: Tuesday nights
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Format: Always starts with a meal together.
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Description: Duncan and Lucy joined Wadsley Church in 2023 and found small groups to be the best way to meet people and form solid relationships. They see it as a place to ask questions and explore faith, with the ambition for everyone to feel challenged and encouraged while growing together.
Tuesday Evening Ladies’ Small Group (Buckingham/Reed)
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Leaders: Donna Buckingham and Michelle Reed
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Time: 7.30pm
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Description: A mix of ladies who have been Christians for a few years and those who have been walking with Jesus for decades. They share leadership of worship and Bible study.
Tuesday Evening Small Group (Nall)
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Leaders: Chris and Rowan Nall
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Location: Different people's houses each week.
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Description: The group takes turns leading worship, looking at the Bible, and praying. They focus on taking practical steps to draw closer to Jesus based on what they have read.
Wednesday groups
Wednesday Evening Small Group (Lipscombe/Diamantis)
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Leaders: Chris Lipscombe and Helen Diamantis
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Description: Started as a next step after Alpha. It is designed for people newer to faith to get to know each other and God better through eating, praying, and reading the Bible.
Wednesday Evening Small Group (Michaels)
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Leaders: Ivan and Cat Michaels
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Description: A quickly growing group that eats together, looks at the Bible, and prays. They have a specific heart for praying for persecuted Christians and sharing the gospel.
