Know Jesus
We long to be a church that deeply knows Jesus. He knows us, loves us, and sees us in ways no one else can. We want to honor that unique relationship by continually growing closer to Him. Our desire goes beyond simply attending church; we want to fully embrace our place in His Kingdom. We believe that through spiritual practices such as prayer, studying the Word, tithing, and engaging in Christlike community, we can grow in our knowledge of Jesus every day. Below are our recent sermons, and we hope they encourage and challenge you as you listen. Most of all, we pray that they help you come to know Jesus more deeply than before.
Group Life
Making Christlike Disciples in the Nations
At Real Life Community, one of our core mission areas of focus is GROWING in Christlikeness. Historically, this is known within the church as “discipleship.” We don’t just want people coming to Sunday services and making decisions to believe in Jesus. We want each person to press into the transforming work of God in their lives so that they can reflect the image of their Savior in the world.
We have chosen to work toward this goal of GROWING in Christlikeness through Group Life. We believe that sharing life together in studies and/or ministry activity with others is one of the primary avenues God uses to shape our lives into the likeness of Jesus.
We believe this will create regular opportunities for renewal, on-ramps for people who are interested in engaging in the GROWING aspect of our mission statement and build in a rhythm to keep us all moving forward together.
We hope you find one or four that you’d like to join below!
Want to Connect with a Group?
We believe that God has called us to live in relationship with one another – carrying another’s burdens, showing kindness and love, and developing relationships in truth. Life groups give us the incredible opportunity to create atmospheres for support, trust, and authenticity while also living through celebrations and challenges together. These relationships allow us to have a foundation rooted in abundant love and grace so that we may engage deeper in our walks with Christ.
Untangling Your Emotions
Occurring on Sundays at 5:30 PM in the Real Life Sanctuary, this group is journeying through the book "Untangling Your Emotions." Come join Pastor Thomas and Traci Crummer every week for this time of discussion about our emotions can draw us closer to God.
Intentional Christian Grandparenting
Led by Tim Smith, this group is for all grandparents. Tim and his wife are passionate about being Godly grandparents, and they'd love to welcome you to that life and conversation on Sundays at 6 PM at First Church.
Prime Timers
Our Prime Timers group is led by Ghani and Gloria Dykes and meets for lunch once a month or once every other month. Ages 55+ are welcome to join the Prime Timers for community together.
Youth
Our youth group is booming right now, and you don't want to miss out on being part! Pastor Andrew leads the group every Sunday night at 5:30 PM in the Upper Room at Real Life. The group is open to middle and high schoolers and covers a multitude of topics.
Kids Bible Quizzing
Any kids between first and sixth grade who are interested in studying a book of the Bible together are welcome to join for Kids Quizzing. Kids are welcome but not required to also participate in the district quizzes to compete with their knowledge. This group is led by Thomas Crummer and is held in the Real Kids Room on Sundays at 5:30 PM.
Kids Untangling Your Emotions
For kids 5th grade and younger, Kayla Taylor is coordinating our kids group happening Sunday nights at 5:30 PM in Real Kids This group will be focusing on untangling their emotions as well!