First Presbyterian Church of Berkeley, CA


Small Groups

A small group is made up of 3 to 12 people who meet regularly to encourage each other in their spiritual journeys. By providing a safe atmosphere for people to get to know others and be known, small groups are an ideal place to experience genuine connection, grace, and truth. Groups seeking new members are listed below; if you are looking for a college or graduate student small group, please click here. For more information, please contact Naomi Griffin at (510) 848-6252 ext. 267 or at naomig@fpcberkeley.org.


OPEN DOOR
Young Adult Open Door Group
Wednesdays 7:00 PM
First Pres - McKinley Hall
NO MEETINGS July 7 through August 18
Try out the small group experience at this Open Door group designed for men and women in their 20s and early 30s. No RSVP is needed; feel free to drop in. For more information, please contact Evans Presley-McGowan at evanspm@fpcberkeley.org.
Women's Open Door Group
Wednesdays 7:15 PM
First Pres
(various locations during the summer)
Women of all ages are invited to visit this Open Door small group, just for women. No RSVP is needed; feel free to drop in. For more information, including the location of our meeting during the summer months, please contact Ginny Dost at rngin@comcast.net.
MEN & WOMEN (single or married)
2 Saturdays per month 
2:00 PM
Emeryville
NO MEETINGS until September 2010
Our group is for people who can't attend a weeknight group. Our meeting times are flexible to accommodate changing work schedules. For Bible study we're using the book "Following After God" by Daniel Hill. We also use discussion DVD's, and sometimes go to dinner afterwards! For more information, please contact Beverly Estes at bestes@pol.net.
1st/3rd/5th Mondays
7:00 PM
Berkeley/Oakland
We are seeking to grow as disciples of Christ who are living out God's call on our lives. We come together to encourage and equip each other for service individually and as a group. For more information, please contact Sarah Kim at sarahjokim@gmail.com.
Intergenerational Adults
1st and 3rd Fridays 7:30 PM
Piedmont
Our group is for those of you who desire to mine the nuggets in God's Word, get to know others in a safe and confidential environment, and pray together. We're currently studying 2 Corinthians using a NavPress LifeChange study guide. For more information, please contact Ken Clifford at kclifford17@gmail.com.
Senior Adults
Thursdays 1:30 PM
First Pres - G205
We are a senior group, age, 60+, who meet at the church for Bible study, prayer, and fellowship. We're currently doing an overview of the Old Testament. We study for an hour, have sharing and prayer for an hour, and occasionally share lunch together. We're very friendly! For more information, please contact Hazel and Bill Jackson at hazelandbill2@aol.com or at (510) 524-3819.
MARRIED COUPLES
30's or ?
Thursdays 6:30 PM
Oakland/Rockridge
We are a brand new small group of couples with young children. Childcare is available on site! For more information, please contact Tricia Singleton at trish.younglife@gmail.com.
30's or ?
Friday evenings twice a month
Oakland
A small group is in the process of starting for couples with young children. Childcare will be available on site! For more information, please contact Naomi Griffin at naomig@fpcberkeley.org
30's & 40's
Every other Thursday 7:30 PM
North Oakland
For more information, please contact Robert Goss at bobkat@sbcglobal.net.
30's-50's
Sundays 10:00 AM
First Pres - G209
We are an informal Sunday morning group which meets to strengthen our walk with the Lord through Bible reading and prayer in a supportive and confidential environment. For more information, please contact Marie Bowman at mariebowman@pacbell.net.
MEN
Dads with children
2nd Saturdays 9:30 AM
East Bay
We meet to have fun, get to know other dads and kids, share the different experiences we're going  through, and to give moms a break. Hope you can join us! For more information, please contact John Wolfenden at wolfenden_john@hotmail.com or Matthew Brundjar at brundjar@hotmail.com.
Single or Married Men
Fridays 6:30 AM
Oakland
This intergenerational Bible study and prayer group is open to new members. For more information, please contact Dan Swain at dms_2dogarch@yahoo.com.
Married Men
1st Thursdays 7:30 PM
Lafayette
Our group is open to men with children (single dads or married dads) who live in or near the Orinda, Lafayette, Moraga, Walnut Creek, and Concord areas (Contra Costa County). Bible study, prayer, and time to catch up with each other is included. Whether you are new or old to First Pres, we invite you to consider joining us! For more information, please contact Alan Koenigsberg at alankoen@comcast.net.
WOMEN
Working Mothers Small Group
Sundays 4-5 PM
First Pres - G209
We are a group of working moms who meet Sunday afternoons for friendship, fellowship, prayer, and bible study. Please feel free to drop in! For more information, please contact Aeryn Johnson at aerynjohnson@gmail.com.
Single or Married Women
Fridays 9:30-11:30 AM beginning 9/17/2010
First Pres - G208
All women are invited to join our year-long study of the Gospel of Luke. We meet Friday mornings (except the first Friday of each month). We start in small groups to review our study and pray for one another, and then join the other group(s) for a teaching time by one of our leaders. Child care is provided by Mothers' Council. For more information, please contact Pat Phillips at patrpcv@pacbell.net.
Young Adult Women
Single or Married
Tuesdays 7:00 PM
Oakland
We offer a supportive and encouraging environment as we strive to know God more fully. We alternate between reading a Christian book and Bible study, and we welcome newcomers to visit us. For more information, please contact Nicole Johnston at nicolemjohnston@gmail.com.
Lectio Prayer
Single or Married Women
Tuesdays 8:15 AM
First Pres - G201
For more information, please contact Joan Latta at joan.latta@yahoo.com.