MEET YOUR FAMILY & DISCIPLESHIP MINISTER
Welcome to your next step. Missy Harris, our Family and Discipleship Minister is ready to help you find the Grove Group that's right for you. Start by browsing our community of groups on this page. If you need help, click the "connect card" button or email Missy at [email protected]. Our connect card will also be useful if you have other next steps in mind. We celebrate your next steps and can't wait to help you get started! |
WOMEN'S GROUPS
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MOMS GROUP // Second Tuesday of every month @ 9:30-11:30 AM in AW1 & AW2
Leaders: Leslie Sams and Lillian Martin For moms who are with their children throughout the day, it is a blessing, and also comes with its own set of challenges. The aim of our group is to be an encouragement to one another and build one another up in this important role. |
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About Tiffany: Tiffany is a wife, mother, daughter and sister. She loves the Lord with all her heart but is a human and daily falls short.
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Tuesdays @ 7 PM in AW4
Leader: Tiffany Cheek The Cheek Wednesday night group is a group of women who are learning what it means to be the hands and feet of Jesus and growing in wisdom and knowledge of Jesus. This group is open to women of all ages. |
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About Lori: Lori finds great joy in being outside, walking, and helping/serving others.
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Every other Saturday @ 9 AM in AW4
Leader: Lori Ford Our group consist of women, of various ages, that want to follow Jesus together. |
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About Julia and Diane: Julia Faehr leads our WOM group and has been a member of Hickory Grove for thirty years, she is retired with six grandchildren and grew up in a military family. Diane Miller leads this group alongside Julia and is a lifelong member of Hickory Grove. She loves her life as a wife, mother to three married children and as "Nena" to three grandchildren.
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WOMEN ON MISSION
When: every 3rd Sunday of each month, September- May 12:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall Leaders: Julie Faehr and Diane Miller This group's purpose is to engage, inform and connect women to current mission efforts at home and abroad through our NKBA, State and national WMU forum. |
WOMEN'S ONLINE GROUP
If you struggle to have margin for an on campus groups this may be for you! This group is led by Missy Harris (joined by Lori Ford) and meets weekly the majority of the year. This group will discuss current sermon series, books of the Bible or other resources to equip and encourage women of all ages. Live discussion happens most weeks however videos can be viewed at any time.
Click the button below to join now.
If you struggle to have margin for an on campus groups this may be for you! This group is led by Missy Harris (joined by Lori Ford) and meets weekly the majority of the year. This group will discuss current sermon series, books of the Bible or other resources to equip and encourage women of all ages. Live discussion happens most weeks however videos can be viewed at any time.
Click the button below to join now.
COUPLES GROUPS
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About Mitchell and LeighAnne: Mitchell and LeighAnne have been married for 36 years and have two grown children. They have been attending Hickory Grove for 5 years.
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Couples, ages 45+ : Sundays @ 11 AM in AW2
Leaders: Mitchell and LeighAnne McGee This life group is geared toward mixed/couples ages 45+ or anyone interested in learning, growing, and walking through life’s journey in a small group setting. |
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About Bill: My name is Bill Risher and I have taught our Bible study group for about 8 years. I am a retired minister and former staff member here at the grove.
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Couples, ages 60-70 : Sundays @ 8:15 AM in AW1
Leaders: Bill Risher Our class name is "the early bird" class because we meet at 8:15 on Sunday morning. Our group is made up of primarily of couples in their 60's and 70's. My mission is to help our group to grow in the knowledge of Christ through an expository study of the Bible. We welcome anyone who would like to join us. |
OTHER GROUPS
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About Tom: Married and serving side-by-side for 57 years, Tom and Janee started the Open Door Class in 2003. Tom, a retired Long Term Care administrator and NAMB-endorsed chaplain, is passionate about ministering to others. Janee, a retired teacher, treasures being a grandmother, loves reading, and keeping in touch former students. Their daughter, Melissa, manages the class technology, broadcasting weekly meetings on Facebook and YouTube. Melissa has one adult daughter, works for NKY Community Action, and enjoys leading ladies’ Bible studies. This family counts it a blessing to have been able to serve the Lord together here at Hickory Grove for over 26 years.
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Mixed Gender: Sundays @ 9:30 AM
in the Fellowship Hall Leader: Tom Owen The Open Door Class Bible Study Group warmly welcomes adults of any age, whether single or married, who cherish Christian fellowship and seek deeper understanding through Bible study. We gather in person on Sunday mornings at 9:30 AM in the Fellowship Hall, and also connect virtually via Facebook and YouTube. Here you'll find a sense of community as you journey through life together, prioritizing Bible study and a robust relationship with the Lord. |
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About Bryan and Kathy: Bryan & Kathy are the parents of 4 adult children, grandparents of 8 toddlers/babies, and business owners. They love spending time with their family and going on adventures!
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Mixed Gender, ages 40+: Sundays @ 9:30 AM
in AW4 Leader: Bryan and Kathy Ponder This group is a good mix of singles and couples ranging from 40+. Most have children of all ages and some have grandchildren. One thing we have in common is a desire to learn more about the Word of God and how to apply it to our lives! |
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About Emily: Emily is an elementary school librarian married to a high school art teacher with two teen children (and two dog children).
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Mixed Gender, ages 20-40s: Sundays @ 9:30 AM in AW3
Leader: Emily Harmon We are a Sunday morning small group for all adult ages, and we love having different perspectives for our discussions! |
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Mixed Gender, all ages: Sundays @ 11:00 AM in AW
Leader: Drew Miller We are a Sunday morning small group for all adult ages, and in Fall 2026, we will going through a curriculum called "Why Trust the Bible?" by Greg Gilbert (7 sessions), and "Faith Alone" by Thomas Schreiner (6 sessions). |
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About the GriefShare team: Bob Brame is a follower of Jesus, a husband, father, grandfather, chaplain and retired USGA Agronomist. His wife, Rhonda, is a wife, mother and Nana to four grandchildren. She currently serves on HG's Care Team and as the hostess for this GriefShare group. Kari Ward is a wife and mother of two boys who works as a social worker with a focus on managing grief. Jessica Iles is a long time southern kenton county resident & HGBC member for over 30 years , Jessica is a mother of three grown children, retired school counselor, and enjoys spending time outdoors and doing home improvement projects with her husband. She has a heart for the people of the greater Independence area and has served in various volunteer roles at HGBC.
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GRIEFSHARE
When: Sundays 3-5 PM in AW4 Leaders: Bob and Rhonda Brame, Kari Ward, Jessica Iles GriefShare helps adults navigate the loss of a loved one through educational videos, a participant's reference guide and sharing with others on a similar journey. This 13 week cycle will be offered each spring and fall on Hickory Grove's campus. For more information about this group, click the button below. For additional info and to register for the next GriefShare session, click the button below.
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GROVE 101
Join us to find out more about the vision and mission of Hickory Grove and to connect with a group. We are so excited that you are taking this next step with us. All session are on Sunday mornings from 11-12 PM in the Adult Wing, Room 2. Click the button below to register for a session today. |
Interested in joining a Grove Group? Click the button below to sign up today!
CALL OR TEXT US(859)356-3162
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ADDRESS11969 Taylor Mill Rd.
Independence, KY 41051 |
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