Arana Group Life

Group Life has one purpose—to bring people together and help them find freedom. We believe God created us to live in community with others and only then can we experience the full life He intends for us. Groups express our desire to be inclusive for our community and missional towards our world. From interest to home to discipleship to support groups, Arana's group ministry has many options for you to get connected. 

Here is a quick overview of some of the groups we currently have running. Availability and capacity may be limited, but if there are any that catch your eye that you would like more information about or you would like to express interest in joining one of our groups, please complete this interest form. Let's get connected! 

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Arana Groups Available for Sign Up

Wednesday Ladies Bible Study
Leader: Alison Anderson
Day/Time: Wednesdays 9:30am
Frequency: Weekly (During School Term)
Suburb: Arana Hills (Church)
Description: Pray for and support one another; open and discuss the bible; care for older members of the group through visits and special mornings
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Kevin
Leader: Reuben & Joey Judge
Day/Time: Wednesdays 7:00pm
Frequency: Weekly
Suburb: Arana Hills (Church)
Description: Small group for Young People (16-18ish) who want to grow deeper with God and journey together through life. We also have snacks
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Tradesman Breakfast
Leader: Joe Ward & Luke Anderson
Day/Time: Fridays 5:00am
Frequency: Weekly 
Suburb: Grovely
Description: Breakfast at Maccas. Take it in turns to bring something to share and encourage one another. Pray together. Enjoy breakfast McMuffin
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Wednesday Caffeine Crowd
Leader: AJ Heijns
Day/Time: Wednesdays 5:30am
Frequency: Fortnightly (During School Term)
Suburb: Arana Hills (Church)
Description: Starting the day right with a shot of caffeine and some good banter
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BPR
Leader: Tony & Cheryl Brooks
Day/Time: Sundays 3:00pm
Frequency: Fortnightly
Suburb: Multiple Locations
Description: Bible Study, Prayer and Relationship
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Arana Playgroup
Leader: Rachel Byard
Day/Time: Mondays 9:30am
Frequency: Weekly (During School Term)
Suburb: Arana Hills (Church)
Description: Do you parent or care for children within the ages of 0-5 years? We would love for you to join us!
Click here to find out more!
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Art and Tea
Leader: Sarah Moore
Day/Time: Wednesdays 9:00am
Frequency: Fortnightly 
Suburb: Cashmere
Description: A space where anyone with a love for art can come drink tea and give expression through different mediums of art with no agenda
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Coffee and Dessert
Leader: Peter & Katrina Judge
Day/Time: Fridays 7:15pm
Frequency: Fortnightly
Suburb: Lutwyche
Description: Coffee and Dessert. And Conversation. And Prayer
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Singing Hymns and Songs
Leader: Helen Bartlett
Day/Time: Sundays 2:00pm-3:30pm
Frequency: Second Sunday of each month (Monthly)
Suburb: Arana Hills (Church)
Description: People who want to meet together to focus on God through singing hymns and favourite songs. (Singing will be for about an hour followed by fellowship over a cuppa.)

Beautiful Design
Leader: Mike & Abi Richardson
Day/Time: Thursdays 7:00pm
Frequency: Weekly
Suburb: Warner
Description: We will follow a 10 week series on Gods design for men and women to help them flourish together. We will watch a video message followed by group discussions. There is a resource that each group member will need, including daily readings throughout the journey - this costs $30 from the church. This group is open to anyone over 18. Starting term 3, exact date TBC
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Parents and Young Teens
Leader: Karen Krisanski
Day/Time: Saturdays (AM/PM Alternating)
Frequency: Fortnightly
Suburb: Keperra and Surrounding Suburbs
Description: This group is simply about connection; the desire is to share, encourage, pray, eat good food and have fun together; this space is for parents to connect, but also a place where older children/young teens can join in; a space where everyone can learn from everyone. 
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Tuesday Home Group
Leader: Anna Greaves
Day/Time: Tuesdays 7:00pm
Frequency: Weekly
Suburb: Albany Creek
Description: We are a group of Young Adults who want to share and support each other in life and open the word and discover what it means for us in our lives
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Story Time
Leader: Rob Meulen
Day/Time: Thursdays 7:00pm
Frequency: Weekly 
Suburb: Arana Hills & Toowong
Description: A space to come together and share some testimonies of the way God’s worked and is working in people’s lives and in the community. Exploring how God works and what he’s like through stories, videos/movies, miracles ect
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Ferny Groovers 
Leader: Gary Owen
Day/Time: Wednesdays 7:15pm
Frequency: Weekly 
Suburb: Ferny Grove
Description: Meet at Ferny Grove for coffee, sharing and bible study (CURRENTLY AT CAPACITY)
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Mighty Men's Group
Leader: Nathan Lai
Day/Time: Mondays 6:30pm
Frequency: Weekly 
Suburb: Northern Suburbs
Description: Group of men intentionally wanting to be real with Christ. Like the book of Acts, moving from house to house, sharing a meal, delving into the word, praying for one another, worshipping together, evangelising and sharing our faith practically
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Young Families
Leader: AJ & Karinda Heijns
Day/Time: Sunday Afternoon / A Weeknight
Frequency: Weekly (School Term)
Suburb: Arana Hills (Church)
Description: Young Families with at least 1 child under 5. One “All In” Afternoon a month with one dad and mum’s night a month and one off week. Let’s grow together through this crazy season of family life
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Arana Fit Club
Leader: Rachael Day
Day/Time: Tuesday/Wednesday Evenings
Frequency: Weekly (During School Term)
Suburb: Arana Hills (Church)
Description: Come join us for an hour a week building fitness and strength in a fun, supportive environment. Fit club is super flexible and suitable for all ability levels. Enjoy a time in community while also doing something great for your body! Can’t wait to see you there!
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Samford Valley Fellowship
Leader: Peter Smith and John Carrigy
Day/Time: Wednesdays 7:00pm
Frequency: Fortnightly
Suburb: Samford Downs
Description: The aim of the group is to foster fellowship, prayer, encouragement and application of God's word. We consist of a group of people from a variety of backgrounds and denominations. Currently the majority of members are over forty years old. Recent studies include Francis Chan : forgotten God, talks by Shane Willard, Focus on the Family's Truth Project. The group also coordinates a four times a year event called Resonance, which aims to get local Christians to network in the Samford community and equip them to serve God via quality guest speakers.
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Alpha Parenting Group
Leader: Caitlin Ward, Brian Day, Katrina Judge
Day/Time: Tuesdays 6:30pm-8:00pm
Frequency: Weekly
Suburb: Arana Hills (Church)
Description: Family life is under great pressure today and parents face bewildering choices about how to parent effectively. Discovering we are not alone in the challenges we face and picking up ideas from other parents can make a huge difference. We can all learn how to make even the happiest family better. The Parenting Children Course is for every type of parenting situation, including parenting on your own, step-parenting and parenting as a couple.
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Wednesday Home Group 
Leader: Brett & Thea Eisenmenger
Day/Time: Wednesday 7:30pm
Frequency: Weekly
Suburb: Everton Hills
Description: This group is about getting into God’s word through reading the Bible, discussing passages of Scripture and praying together. And having great coffee of course!