Small Groups
Small Groups are the life of our church. They are great spaces to connect with others and grow spiritually in small communities that are typically 5-12 people. Each group meets for approximately two hours and commonly the time is spent talking about our faith, connecting with each other, and praying. For more information about a particular small group, please email the group's listed contact (see list of groups below). For general questions about small groups, please contact Pastor Kris at kristian@hopeastoria.org
Join a Group
Sunday Group (In-Person)
When: Sundays (1st & 3rd), 11:45am (starting Sept 21st)
Where: 1st Floor Conference Room (at our Sunday service location: 36-14 35th St, Astoria, NY 11106)
Led by: Gio
Contact Gio: gbarcenes@gmail.com
FAMILY Group (in-person)
When: 1x/month on the first Sunday of the month at 10am (during first service). (starting Sept 7 through June skipping Easter Sunday)
Where: At church, 1st floor back left classroom (room 1-11)
What: A space for parents with kids of any ages to fellowship, learn, and pray together. This winter and spring we are focusing on parenting tips. Kids ministry is available for tots, kids, and youth during first service. (Babies are welcome in the group with parents, as well as kids and youth until their ministries begin). We'll also gather for occasional socials in people's homes. Come join us!
Led by: Noel
Contact Noel: noel@losbankston.com
HOPE JUSTICE STUDY (ONLINE)
When: 3rd Mondays, 7pm - 9pm
Description: Join us in a live exploration of the God of justice & the justice of God! Here's where we take a deep dive into His scripture, reading contemporary books together, and engaging in rich discussions on past & current issues revolving around justice.
Led by: Donal
Contact Donal: donal@hopeastoria.org
Astoria/LIC Group (In-Person)
When: Tuesdays (1st & 3rd), 7pm - 9pm (meeting 9/9 and 9/23 just for Sept)
Where: 1st Tuesdays at 34th Ave and Crescent Street, near Broadway stop (N/W)
3rd Tuesdays at 31st Street btw Broadway & 31st Ave. near Broadway stop (N/W)
Led by: Donal & Belinda
Contact Donal: donal@hopeastoria.org
Wednesday Group (In-Person)
When: Wednesdays (1st & 3rd) at 6pm (starting Sept 17)
Where: at our Sunday service location: 36-14 35th St, Astoria, NY 11106 (email for exact room)
Led by: Grace & Jenn
Contact Jenn: xjennchux@gmail.com
Women in the Word (in-person)
When: 3rd Thursdays, Doors open at 6pm, Discussion 6:30-8:30pm
Description: For women only, discussing "Women of the Word" by Jen Wilkin. This book is designed to help women at every stage of their Christian walk to cultivate study methods to grow in our understanding of God's Word. We hope to whet the spiritual appetite of every woman as we equip and empower her to become a faithful disciple or "learner" of the bible and the God it reveals.
Led by: Farrah & Lauren
Contact Farrah: farrah@hopeastoria.org
Prayer & Fellowship Group (In-Person)
When: Thursdays (bi-weekly), 7pm - 9pm (starting Sept 11)
Where: Queens Blvd & 63rd St. (7 min walk from 61st St - Woodside stop on the 7 line)
Led by: Pastor Kris, Lemuel, & Angeline
Contact Lemuel: lemuelkumarga@gmail.com
Sunnyside Group (In-Person)
When: Thursdays (weekly), 7pm - 9pm (starting Sept 25)
Where: Queens Blvd & 41st St. (Near 40th St. stop on the 7 line)
Led by: David & TimSee
Contact David: davidandtimsee@gmail.com
Men’s Group (In-Person)
When: Saturdays (every other), 9:30-11am (starting Sept 13th)
Where: Panera Bread on 35th Ave, near Steinway Stop (M/R)
What: We’re reading & discussing “The Titus Ten” Foundations for Godly Manhood by J. Josh Smith
Led by: Robert Reyes & Lemuel Kumarga
Contact Lemuel: lemuelkumarga@gmail.com
EMOTIONALLY HEALTHY SPIRITUALITY DISCIPLESHIP
When: Weekly for 8 sessions
What: This class focuses on strengthening & deepening our relationship with God through things such as learning to process difficult emotions and experiences with God and creating rhythms of rest and stillness in God’s loving presence. Please email Pastor Kris to be added to our waitlist and notified when the class is next offered.
Contact Pastor Kris: kristian@hopeastoria.org