Winter 2026
Small Groups Coordinator: Joel Mears
Want to start a small group? Contact Joel at joelmears@gmail.com or 302-981-9629
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Leaders: Terry & Lynn Davis
Location: HTC
Audience: Young Adults
Meets: January 11-February 22
Time: 9:30am-10:30am
Tired of just surviving? Join "The Joy Lab," a six-week Bible Study designed specifically for young adults navigating depression, anxiety, and the search for authentic happiness. We'll move past simple fixes to explore practical, scriptural tools for handling difficult emotions and creating lasting, abundant joy in your daily life. Contact Lynn Davis with any questions, 410-251-6388
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SUNDAYS
Leaders: Rich & Debbie McGuire
Room: TBA
Audience: Adults 18+
Meets: TBA
Time: TBA
Registration Opens Soon
What is the Bible?
Who is Jesus?
What does any of this have to do with me?At Moving Forward we help you explore these questions through a conversation. Your questions and doubts are welcome here. Whether you are a new believer, a skeptic, or someone just seeking answers, come start a conversation with us! For additional information contact Rich or Debbie McGuire at deb.mcguire2@verizon.net or 443-766-9712.
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SUNDAYS
Leader: Horacio Tablada & Dan Glasstetter
Location: HTC Gforce Room
Audience: Adults
Meets: 2nd & 4th Sunday of Each Month from October 12 - April 26 (No class on November 23 & December 28)
Time: 1:30pm-3:30pm
Link to Purchase Book on Amazon: Purchase Book
Jerry Rankin’s material was used by the Southern Baptist International Mission Board, and put into this book for the regular lay person. This book will help you understand the devil’s tactics and equip you to be victorious when you face spiritual warfare. This study involves reading a chapter from the book prior to the group. Please purchase your own book. All are welcome. Come join us for a great discussion. For additional information contact Dan Glasstetter at docgseven@verizon.net OR Horacio Tablada at horaciotablada@gmail.com, (443) 506-9992.
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MONDAYS
Leaders: Pret Dyer & Les Grow
Location: HTC H2O Room
Audience: Men's Group
Meets: September 8, 2025 - May 11, 2026 (No class on November 24, December 22 & 29, April 6)
Time: 7:00-8:00pm
Feeling like you've blown it? Reached the point of no return? That your life hasn't gone as planned? If so, you are not alone. We all know what it feels like to have life disappoint us and not work out as we'd hoped. We all know what it's like to long for something different, something better, and something more...God can use our messes and still make a masterpiece. This study shows how God is all about comebacks.
Samson had blown it repeatedly; nevertheless, he experiences tremendous triumph at the end of his life. The prodigal son, as Jesus describes him, returns home in disgrace only to be welcomed by his father with open arms. The list goes on: Joseph, Moses, and Peter all experienced comebacks. Jesus himself performed the greatest comeback of all by rising from the dead.
God is in the business of giving fresh starts, and His plans will always prevail, even when our plans don't. For the times when we feel like our lives are in the garbage, and it's hard to see God's plan, this study guide will help you see:
- How God uses our circumstances to strengthen us and fulfill his good plan.
- How to respond in spirit when our dreams are dashed.
- How Jesus' life, death, resurrection, and ascension is not only enough to save us but also to sustain us.
No matter what kind of disappointment or grief or pain or trouble or heartache we encounter, God always offers a new beginning, a change of heart, and a powerful spiritual turnaround. Our current circumstances do not get the final say in our lives. God does.
For additional information contact or Pret Dyer at 302-542-2543.
- How God uses our circumstances to strengthen us and fulfill his good plan.
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MONDAYS
Leader: Larry Kaplan
Location: Ocean View
Audience: Adults
Meets: September 8, 2025 - August 2026
Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm
This Bible study beginning on September 8, 2025 explores the Epistles of James and Jude, two short but powerful letters in the New Testament that offer practical guidance for Christian living and warnings against false teaching.
- James, traditionally attributed to the brother of Jesus, emphasizes the importance of living out one's faith through actions. Key themes include perseverance in trials, the power of the tongue, humility, and caring for others. James challenges believers to not just hear the Word but to do it—faith without works, he writes, is dead (James 2:26).
- Jude, also likely a brother of Jesus, writes with urgency to defend the faith against false teachers who had infiltrated the church. He urges believers to "contend for the faith" (Jude 3) and remain grounded in God's love, while also showing mercy to those who are struggling.
Together, these letters call Christians to live with integrity, hold fast to truth, and remain faithful in both belief and practice. They are reminders that authentic faith transforms both heart and behavior, even in the face of opposition. For additional information contact Larry Kaplan at larrykaplan@live.com or (410) 652-8951.
- James, traditionally attributed to the brother of Jesus, emphasizes the importance of living out one's faith through actions. Key themes include perseverance in trials, the power of the tongue, humility, and caring for others. James challenges believers to not just hear the Word but to do it—faith without works, he writes, is dead (James 2:26).
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TUESDAYS
Leader: Pastor Terry Davis
Room: HTC H2O Room
Audience: Adults
Meets: September 9 - May 26, 2026
Time: 9:00am-11:00am
Zoom is Available
Pastor Terry Davis will be leading a new study on the Holy Spirit beginning on September 9th. This study will be an in-depth examination of who the Holy Spirit is, how he guides us to salvation, leads us in service, convicts us of sin, and testifies concerning Jesus. We will learn about the gifts of the Holy Spirit, the misunderstandings people have concerning the Holy Spirit, and essential understanding of the Trinity. We will examine the gifts of the spirit listed in Paul's writings and attempt to understand how they are intended to work and how we can discover what gifts we may have individually. There will be no required book purchases other than to bring a Bible. For additional information, please contact Terry Davis at 410-251-4342 or tldavis75@hotmail.com.
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TUESDAYS
Leader: Deanna Dyer
Room: HTC Gforce Room
Audience: Mom & Kiddos too!
Time: 9:30am-10:45am
Calling all moms of littles! Whether you’re running on coffee and Jesus or just trying to survive nap time, we’ve created a space just for you. Join us for Motherhood & The Gospel—a new Bible study where we’ll dive into God’s Word, laugh together, share the real stuff, and explore how the Gospel meets us right in the middle of the beautiful (and sometimes messy) world of motherhood.
We’ll be meeting Tuesdays from 9:30am-10:45am in the Gforce Room, and yes—kids are absolutely welcome! Whether they’re crawling, toddling, or coloring beside us, they’re part of the fun too. Come as you are—yoga pants, dry shampoo, and all. Let’s encourage one another, grow in faith, and discover how deeply the Gospel speaks into our everyday lives as moms. We can’t wait to see you there!
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TUESDAYS
Leaders: Dan & Kristi Marren
Location: HTC Sanctuary
Audience: Adults 18+
Meets: TBA
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Registration Opens Soon
This study will open in 2026. Topic and start date TBA.
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TUESDAYS
Leader: Lew Reeves
Location: Dagsboro
Audience: Adults
Meets: September 9, 2025 - June 2, 2026 (28 Sessions)
Time: 7:00pm-8:30pm
FULL: Registration is now CLOSED for this Small Group
This study will be a personal study of one chapter each week for 28 sessions. As we study the chapter during the
week, there will be several questions to answer then a group discussion as we gather each week.
We will begin with prayer then 10 to 15 minutes of social time. We will discuss the answers to the several questions
with comments at the end as to what each has learned about the chapter and what has changed in our understanding
of God and His relationship with us. We will have a time of prayer/praise requests ending each session with prayer.
For additional information contact Lew at lewhightide@gmail.com
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TUESDAYS
Leaders: Mason & Deanna Dyer
Location: Ocean View
Audience: Adults (No childcare provided)
Meets: September 9, 2025 - May 19, 2026 (No class on November 25, December 23 & 30)
Time: 7:00pm-8:30pm
We will be going through a chapter by chapter study of the book of Hebrews. Our group meets weekly in our home. We start the night with a brief time of coffee and fellowship and then spend the rest of the time reading through Bible, discussing the verses read, and ending with prayer.
For additional information contact Mason or Deanna Dyer at sweetdeedyer@gmail.com or Deanna (909) 732-7367.
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This class is now full. However, the Wednesday ReEngage group still has openings if you would like to attend ReEngage.
TUESDAYS
Leaders: Rich & Debbie McGuire
Location: Ocean View
Audience: Married Couples
Meets: September 30 (14 Weeks)
Time: 7:00pm-8:30pm
This Session is Full - A new session will be announced soon.
This is for marriages in their early to even more seasoned stages to reconnect and get rejuvenated. Re-engage brings couples together to learn about God’s design for marriage and apply biblical principles for building a healthy relationship. Our goal is to help you grow in your relationship with your spouse, with other couples, and with God. We will be meeting over the course of 14 weeks to cover important topics that are relevant to all marriages including how to manage conflict, how to communicate, and the power of forgiveness and grace. We will be utilizing the Re-Engage workbook and other resources to help understand God’s design for marriage. Each week we will dig into a new topic and supporting scripture that will help to uncover things about ourselves as individuals and about our spouses. You may learn something completely new about your spouse or perhaps you’ll be reminded of something that has been lost over the years. We are so excited about what God is going to do and how He will use this small group time to grow our marriages in a way that glorifies God. Take a look at this VIDEO for more information about ReEngage. Questions? Contact Rich or Debbie at deb.mcguire2@verizon.net or 443-766-9712.
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WEDNESDAYS
Leaders: Kyle & Jennifer Siptroth
Location: Dagsboro
Audience: Married Couples
Meets: TBA
Time: 7:30pm-9pm
This is for marriages in their early to even more seasoned stages to reconnect and get rejuvenated. Re-engage brings couples together to learn about God’s design for marriage and apply biblical principles for building a healthy relationship. Our goal is to help you grow in your relationship with your spouse, with other couples, and with God. We will be meeting over the course of 14 weeks to cover important topics that are relevant to all marriages including how to manage conflict, how to communicate, and the power of forgiveness and grace. We will be utilizing the Re-Engage workbook and other resources to help understand God’s design for marriage. Each week we will dig into a new topic and supporting scripture that will help to uncover things about ourselves as individuals and about our spouses. You may learn something completely new about your spouse or perhaps you’ll be reminded of something that has been lost over the years. We are so excited about what God is going to do and how He will use this small group time to grow our marriages in a way that glorifies God. Take a look at this video for more information about ReEngage. Questions? Contact Kyle or Jennifer Siptroth at ksiptroth@hotmail.com or (321) 917-4060.
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WEDNESDAYS
Leader: Mark Atcherson
Room: HTC Gforce Room
Audience: Men's Group
Meets: January 14 - April 1, 2026
Time: 7:30am-9:30am (Coffee & Fellowship 7:30am, study begins at 8:00am)
The Acts of the Apostles provides an historical narrative of the early Christian church after Jesus' ascension. and details how the power of the Holy Spirit enabled the apostles, primarily Peter and Paul, to spread the message of Jesus from Jerusalem to the heart of the Roman Empire in Rome. The importance of the Holy Spirit in this account suggests a more appropriate title to be, “The Acts of the Holy Spirit Through the Apostles”.
In Acts we connect the Gospel writings to the Epistles through the first 30 years of church history, which includes the Great Commission to spread the Gospel message to the world, and the mounting opposition to that Gospel. For additional information contact Mark Atcherson at matcherson22@gmail.com or call (443) 834-5612.
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WEDNESDAYS
Leader: Pastor Terry Davis
Room: HTC Gforce Room
Audience: Adults
Meets: September 10, 2025 - May 27, 2026
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Zoom is Available
The Wednesday night study will be led by Pastor Terry Davis and will held from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. We will do a chapter by chapter study of the Apostle Paul's letters from 1 Thessalonians through Philemon. We will conclude the study from March to May with the book of Hebrews. There is no charge and we will try to offer access each week through Zoom for those unable to attend in person. The study will examine one chapter per week. It is not intended to be an in depth theological survey, but rather an attempt to allow God's Word to speak to us directly one chapter at a time. For additional information please contact Terry Davis at 410-251-4342 or tldavis75@hotmail.com.
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WEDNESDAYS
Leader: Chris Parker
Room: HTC H2O Room
Audience: Adults and Youth 12+
Meets: September 24, 2025 - May 20, 2026 (No class on November 26, December 24 & 31)
Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Join us for a fun and meaningful Bible study where we’ll use The Chosen series as a launching point for deeper conversation about Scripture. Each week, we’ll watch and discuss a different episode, diving into the stories and people of the Gospels. While we know The Chosen is a TV show and not the Bible itself, it gives us a fresh perspective that sparks great questions and helps us dig into what the Bible actually says. Whether you’ve seen every episode or are brand new, there’s a seat for you. Come as you are, bring your thoughts, and let’s explore the life of Jesus together!
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WEDNESDAYS
Leaders: Joel & Jenelle Mears
Location: Millsboro (Off Rt 24 near Long Neck)
Audience: Adults (Child care available if needed)
Meets: September 17, 2025 - June 10, 2026
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Join us for a study that will lead you to see Christ in aspects of Scripture in the Gospel of John. Every week is also Taco Night for dinner! So bring your favorite taco topping to share and we will provide the meat and shells. For additional information contact Joel 302-981-9629, joelmears@gmail.com or Jenelle Mears at 302-981-9639, Jenellemears@gmail.com.
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THURSDAY MORNINGS
Leader: Lynn Davis
Location: HTC H2O Room
Audience: Adult Women
Meets: January 8-May 14
Time: 9am-10:30am
The book of Genesis is the foundation of the Bible, introducing God as Creator, Sustainer, and Redeemer. Its name means “beginning,” and it explores the origins of the world, humanity, sin, and God’s unfolding plan for salvation. Through powerful narratives—creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs—Genesis reveals who God is and how He relates to His people.
As a Bible study, Genesis invites readers to understand God’s purposes from the very start, highlighting themes of covenant, faith, obedience, and grace. It shows how God works through imperfect people to accomplish His promises and sets the stage for the rest of Scripture. Studying Genesis helps us grasp the big picture of the Bible and deepens our understanding of God’s character and His desire for relationship with humanity.
For additional information please contact Lynn Davis at lsd_calm@yahoo.com or 410-251-6388.
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THURSDAY MORNINGS
Leaders: Elaine Atcherson, Dee Whitehead, & Kathleen Bowers
Location: HTC Sanctuary & Gforce Room
Audience: Adult Women
Meets: January 8 -March 5
Fellowship Time: 8:30am-9:00am
Teaching & Group Discussion: 9:00am-10:30am
In His sweeping depiction of kingdom citizenship, Jesus utters some of the most familiar passages in all of Scripture. Most of us have only encountered the Sermon on the Mount in fragments, considering its subdivisions as complete teachings in their own right. But what if we navigated these three chapters in Matthew as they were originally heard: as one cohesive, well-ordered message, intended to challenge us to think differently about what it means to be a follower of Jesus, a citizen of the kingdom of heaven?. For additional information please contact:
- Elaine Atcherson: eatcherson2@gmail.com or 443-465-2032
- Dee Whitehead: kdcwhitehead@yahoo.com or 443-324-3304
- Kathleen Bowers: bowers.kath@gmail.com or 301-275-1966
- Elaine Atcherson: eatcherson2@gmail.com or 443-465-2032
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THURSDAY EVENINGS
Leader: Sharon Tablada
Room: HTC Gforce Room
Audience: Women's Group
Meets: January 8-May 14
Time: 6:45pm-8:30pm
Join us as we study and discuss the book of Galatians verse by verse using the Bible. Just like the Christians in Galatia, sometimes believers today are confused about “the law” and whether or not we are under it today. This study will cover the clarity of the gospel by which we are saved, and how to live the Christian walk by faith.
We start with an ice-breaker to get to know each other, then dive into the study which is interactive with lots of discussion, and finish with prayer. Hope you will join us! For additional information please contact Sharon Tablada for more info (410) 925-6167 or horaciosharon@gmail.com.
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FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH
Leaders: Jenelle Mears
Location: HTC Gforce Room
Audience: Adults
Meets: Begins January 8 (We are NOT meeting on January 1)
Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Foster, Adoptive, and Kinship Moms, you are invited to join a Foster the Family Support group. Leave feeling equipped, connected, and supported as you care for the children in your home! For additional information contact Jenelle Mears at 302-981-9639, Jenellemears@gmail.com.
About the Group:
Monthly, in-person meetings are peer led by caring and experienced foster/adoptive/kinship moms. Each meeting includes a video training on relevant topics from a variety of voices-experts in foster care and trauma; other foster, kinship & adoptive moms, former foster youth, and birth mothers-and centers around guided, small group discussion. A safe place to be seen and known by other moms going through similar family life.
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SATURDAYS
Leader: Horacio Tablada
Room: HTC G-Force Room
Meets: Monthly on Saturdays
Audience: Adults (High Schoolers are also welcome)
These are seminars to train the body of Christ. They will cover systematic theology, biblical tool of interpretation hermeneutics), apologetics, how to pray, finance management, raising children and other topics of interest. The goal is to provide a biblical world view so the attenders will grow and become mature and multiplying followers of Jesus. They will be held throughout the year on Saturday mornings. For additional information contact Horacio Tablada at horaciotablada@gmail.com or (443) 506-9992.
Looking for Pain to Purpose, Grief Share, Divorce Care or Prodigals & Promises?
Those groups are Ministries and can be found on the Ministries page under the Mending Hearts tab.
Small Groups Mission Statement
To grow in Christlikeness through knowledge of the Word and its application to our lives, yielding a personal spiritual transformation.