Check out our Spring 2024 Groups! Our Tower Hill groups are designed to find ways to fit more God in your busy lifestyle and to help you meet other Christians. We launch new groups 3 times a year – in the spring, fall and winter. Find one that fits your schedule & sign up before they fill up!
Starts April 16 | For Working Moms
*Leaders Lauren Jacobson & Jenn Pearson* Join this group of working moms for a 7-session video study, Forgotten God, by Francis Chan. This series reminds us of the true source of the church's power—the Holy Spirit and its direction in our lives. Meets every other Tuesday at a Rumson home with leaders Lauren & Jenn. *For Working Moms*
*Leaders Louise Manganiello & Kim Kosko* Who doesn’t love pizza? Join us to experience 3 different local pizza places for a yummy dinner and conversations about faith! This group is specifically for singles 50+ to have some fun, get to know each other and talk about Jesus while eating some pizza! Meets Wednesdays 4/17, 5/15, 6/19 at different locations with leaders Louise & Kim. *For Single Men & Women 50+*
*Leaders Monica Duque and Natalie DeStefano* Do women matter to the kingdom of God? Jesus was surrounded by both men and women during his ministry on earth. He saw, valued, and cared for women, and he still does today. Each one of us has a significant role. In this 7-week video study (and reflection session) By Jennie Allen (&others) you will discover who Jesus is through the unique perspective of women in the Bible. This group meets at Tower Hill’s Connect Center on Fridays at 10am with leaders Monica and Natalie. *For Women*
Starts 4/15 | For Men & Women of all ages
*Leaders Kim Kosko & Sharon Jorgensen* Take a walk, enjoy the beautiful scenery of Deep Cut Gardens, chat with friends and discuss the book "God Walk" by Mark Buchanan. We often act as if faith is only about the mind. But what about our bodies? When the Bible calls us to walk in the light, walk by faith, or walk in truth, it means these things literally as much as figuratively. The most obvious thing about Jesus' method of discipleship, in fact, is that he walked and invited others to walk with him. So join leaders Kim and Sharon and let’s walk with each other! Starts April 15th for 6 weeks. Rain dates will be decided by group. *For Men & Women of all ages*
5/1, 5/8, 5/15, & Sunday 5/19 | For Adults
*Leader Fiona Smith Sutherland* Serve God with music in a pop-up handbell experience! Learn ringing technique in 3 easy lessons and then perform in a worship service. No music reading is necessary, all the parts will be marked. Music Director Fiona Smith Sutherland will teach all the basics. Lessons are at Tower Hill at 12:30pm-1:15pm on 5/1, 5/8, 5/15 followed by a performance on Sun 5/19 at the 8:45am Traditional Worship. *For Adults* Limited to 11 participants.
Meets 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/8 | For Women
*Leader Beverly Baird* In this 4-week small group led by yoga therapist Beverly, learn how to keep focused and make prayer an embodied experience. Pray and move through a series of gentle yoga and Qigong movements. Bring a yoga or exercise mat and a large beach towel. Meets in The Attic at Tower Hill Wednesdays, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/8 *For Women of all Ages*
*Leader Tom Perez* Are you overwhelmed by the godlessness sweeping across our world and flooding every corner of cyberspace? Are you disillusioned that the most vitriolic voices in debates are sometimes those of people calling themselves Christians? In this 5-part video series, Berni Dymet explores how Jesus engaged with and responded to people who were hostile toward Him. In Jesus’ example, we find a way to hold tight to the truth, while speaking it in love. Meets every other Thursday starting April 18 at Tower Hill with leader Tom Perez *For Men*
*Leaders Jenn Giunta & Laura Feaster* In this 8-week book study “Practicing the Way” by John Mark Comer, explore an introduction to spiritual formation to live by what the first Christian disciples called a Rule of Life—a set of practices and relational rhythms that slow us down and open up space in our daily lives for God to do what only God can do.. Meets at Tower Hill every Monday with leaders Jenn & Laura. *For Women* Buy the book “Practicing the Way” by John Mark Comer on Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/iMQZ9
*Leaders Margaret Valentii & Karen Gyimesi* Is your schedule too demanding for an in-person Bible Study? Then try this online devotional! Download the YouVersion Bible App and follow an online reading plan with a group from Tower Hill! Leave notes and messages for each other as you go along. Leaders Margaret and Karen will send you directions on how to access the Tower Hill group within the app. You can go at your own pace any time of the day or night. This will be a 15-day reading plan called “Kingdom Come” from Northpoint Church. You can check out more about this devotional plan at: https://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans/25626 *For All Ages*
*Leaders Bill Wheeler & Louise Manganiello* We learn from Mark that, in an incredibly short time, the world can change. Join leaders Bill & Louise and dive deeper into the Gospel of Mark and the life of Jesus in this 6 session weekly group starting April 15 in the Connect Center. *For All Ages*
Meets: 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, & 5/20 | For Women
*Leader Judy Baker* The science of breathing and the practice of praying God's Word can work hand-in-hand to help calm your body and reorient your mind toward Christ. Join this 4-week women's group to share, pray and breathe together using the book "Breath as Prayer" by Jennifer Tucker as a guide. Group meets 4 times on Mondays at 9:15 am at Tower Hill with leader Judy in The Attic at Tower Hill. *For Women*
Runs 4/10 - 5/15 | For All Ages
*Leader Pastor Theresa Swenson* Martin Luther and the Protestant Reformation. For 6 weeks, April 10 through May 15, we will explore the life and thoughts of Martin Luther, a man who challenged the ecclesiastic status quo and sparked a firestorm of change we call the Protestant Reformation. Wednesdays 11 am Connect Center, 7 pm Zoom. Led by Pastor Theresa. *For All Ages*
Meets 4/21, 4/28, 5/19, & 6/9 | For Couples of All Ages*
CHILDREN WELCOME. *Leaders Mike & Lindsey Larkin* Join this “Starting Point” video study by Pastor Andy Stanley for an opportunity to explore faith with your significant other. Watch a video followed by group discussion led by leaders Mike & Lindsey Larkin in their home. *For Couples of All Ages*
*Leader Kari Larson* Keep connected with God and grow your faith along with other young adults age 18-25. This small group video study meets on zoom throughout the Spring and will study the Gospel of John, starting April 17 and meeting every other week. *For Young Adults 18-25*
*Leaders Janice Mason & Sue Ann Thompson* Dig deep into scripture using different Bible translations and an open discussion format. This group meets weekly throughout the year but you can join at any time! Bring your Bible and increase your understanding of scripture from the Old Testament, Psalms, Epistles, and the Gospels. Meets in person at Tower Hill Mondays at 9:15am. *Open to men and women of all ages*
*Leader Carol Moser* A continuation of 5 historical fiction novellas entitled “A Lineage of Grace” by author Francine River, which details women in the recorded lineage of Jesus - Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba, and Mary. While some novellas have been read earlier, each is its own story so you can pick these up now! We will meet and discuss the last 3. Group meets 4/8, 4/29 and 5/20 in the “Attic” at Tower Hill on Mondays at 6pm with leader Carol Moser. The author weaves Biblical verses and references throughout each book, so keep your Bible close to cross reference while reading. *For Adults* The book is available on Amazon here: https://a.co/d/eCYUVC7
Starts April 19 | For Men
*Leader Jim Powers* Connecting with God with others helps you grow in your faith. This men’s group meets weekly throughout the year to read, pray, and discuss the Our Daily Bread Devotionals from Daily Bread Ministries. It meets every Friday – 2x a month at 8am at Tower Hill and 2x a month at 11am on Zoom. *For Men*
Starts April 16 | For Working Moms
*Leaders Lauren Jacobson & Jenn Pearson* Join this group of working moms for a 7-session video study, Forgotten God, by Francis Chan. This series reminds us of the true source of the church's power—the Holy Spirit and its direction in our lives. Meets every other Tuesday at a Rumson home with leaders Lauren & Jenn. *For Working Moms*
For Single Men & Women 50+
*Leaders Louise Manganiello & Kim Kosko* Who doesn’t love pizza? Join us to experience 3 different local pizza places for a yummy dinner and conversations about faith! This group is specifically for singles 50+ to have some fun, get to know each other and talk about Jesus while eating some pizza! Meets Wednesdays 4/17, 5/15, 6/19 at different locations with leaders Louise & Kim. *For Single Men & Women 50+*
Starts April 19 | For Women
*Leaders Monica Duque and Natalie DeStefano* Do women matter to the kingdom of God? Jesus was surrounded by both men and women during his ministry on earth. He saw, valued, and cared for women, and he still does today. Each one of us has a significant role. In this 7-week video study (and reflection session) By Jennie Allen (&others) you will discover who Jesus is through the unique perspective of women in the Bible. This group meets at Tower Hill’s Connect Center on Fridays at 10am with leaders Monica and Natalie. *For Women*
Starts 4/15 | For Men & Women of all ages
*Leaders Kim Kosko & Sharon Jorgensen* Take a walk, enjoy the beautiful scenery of Deep Cut Gardens, chat with friends and discuss the book "God Walk" by Mark Buchanan. We often act as if faith is only about the mind. But what about our bodies? When the Bible calls us to walk in the light, walk by faith, or walk in truth, it means these things literally as much as figuratively. The most obvious thing about Jesus' method of discipleship, in fact, is that he walked and invited others to walk with him. So join leaders Kim and Sharon and let’s walk with each other! Starts April 15th for 6 weeks. Rain dates will be decided by group. *For Men & Women of all ages*
5/1, 5/8, 5/15, & Sunday 5/19 | For Adults
*Leader Fiona Smith Sutherland* Serve God with music in a pop-up handbell experience! Learn ringing technique in 3 easy lessons and then perform in a worship service. No music reading is necessary, all the parts will be marked. Music Director Fiona Smith Sutherland will teach all the basics. Lessons are at Tower Hill at 12:30pm-1:15pm on 5/1, 5/8, 5/15 followed by a performance on Sun 5/19 at the 8:45am Traditional Worship. *For Adults* Limited to 11 participants.
Meets 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/8 | For Women
*Leader Beverly Baird* In this 4-week small group led by yoga therapist Beverly, learn how to keep focused and make prayer an embodied experience. Pray and move through a series of gentle yoga and Qigong movements. Bring a yoga or exercise mat and a large beach towel. Meets in The Attic at Tower Hill Wednesdays, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/8 *For Women of all Ages*
Starts 4/18 | For Men
*Leader Tom Perez* Are you overwhelmed by the godlessness sweeping across our world and flooding every corner of cyberspace? Are you disillusioned that the most vitriolic voices in debates are sometimes those of people calling themselves Christians? In this 5-part video series, Berni Dymet explores how Jesus engaged with and responded to people who were hostile toward Him. In Jesus’ example, we find a way to hold tight to the truth, while speaking it in love. Meets every other Thursday starting April 18 at Tower Hill with leader Tom Perez *For Men*
Starts April 15 | For Women
*Leaders Jenn Giunta & Laura Feaster* In this 8-week book study “Practicing the Way” by John Mark Comer, explore an introduction to spiritual formation to live by what the first Christian disciples called a Rule of Life—a set of practices and relational rhythms that slow us down and open up space in our daily lives for God to do what only God can do.. Meets at Tower Hill every Monday with leaders Jenn & Laura. *For Women* Buy the book “Practicing the Way” by John Mark Comer on Amazon here: https://shorturl.at/iMQZ9
Starts April 15 | For All Ages
*Leaders Margaret Valentii & Karen Gyimesi* Is your schedule too demanding for an in-person Bible Study? Then try this online devotional! Download the YouVersion Bible App and follow an online reading plan with a group from Tower Hill! Leave notes and messages for each other as you go along. Leaders Margaret and Karen will send you directions on how to access the Tower Hill group within the app. You can go at your own pace any time of the day or night. This will be a 15-day reading plan called “Kingdom Come” from Northpoint Church. You can check out more about this devotional plan at: https://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans/25626 *For All Ages*
Starts April 15 | For All Ages
*Leaders Bill Wheeler & Louise Manganiello* We learn from Mark that, in an incredibly short time, the world can change. Join leaders Bill & Louise and dive deeper into the Gospel of Mark and the life of Jesus in this 6 session weekly group starting April 15 in the Connect Center. *For All Ages*
Meets: 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, & 5/20 | For Women
*Leader Judy Baker* The science of breathing and the practice of praying God's Word can work hand-in-hand to help calm your body and reorient your mind toward Christ. Join this 4-week women's group to share, pray and breathe together using the book "Breath as Prayer" by Jennifer Tucker as a guide. Group meets 4 times on Mondays at 9:15 am at Tower Hill with leader Judy in The Attic at Tower Hill. *For Women*
Runs 4/10 - 5/15 | For All Ages
*Leader Pastor Theresa Swenson* Martin Luther and the Protestant Reformation. For 6 weeks, April 10 through May 15, we will explore the life and thoughts of Martin Luther, a man who challenged the ecclesiastic status quo and sparked a firestorm of change we call the Protestant Reformation. Wednesdays 11 am Connect Center, 7 pm Zoom. Led by Pastor Theresa. *For All Ages*
Meets 4/21, 4/28, 5/19, & 6/9 | For Couples of All Ages*
CHILDREN WELCOME. *Leaders Mike & Lindsey Larkin* Join this “Starting Point” video study by Pastor Andy Stanley for an opportunity to explore faith with your significant other. Watch a video followed by group discussion led by leaders Mike & Lindsey Larkin in their home. *For Couples of All Ages*
Starts 4/17 | For Young Adults 18-25
*Leader Kari Larson* Keep connected with God and grow your faith along with other young adults age 18-25. This small group video study meets on zoom throughout the Spring and will study the Gospel of John, starting April 17 and meeting every other week. *For Young Adults 18-25*
Starts April 15 | For Adults of All Ages
*Leaders Janice Mason & Sue Ann Thompson* Dig deep into scripture using different Bible translations and an open discussion format. This group meets weekly throughout the year but you can join at any time! Bring your Bible and increase your understanding of scripture from the Old Testament, Psalms, Epistles, and the Gospels. Meets in person at Tower Hill Mondays at 9:15am. *Open to men and women of all ages*
Meets 4/8, 4/29, 5/20 | For Adults
*Leader Carol Moser* A continuation of 5 historical fiction novellas entitled “A Lineage of Grace” by author Francine River, which details women in the recorded lineage of Jesus - Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba, and Mary. While some novellas have been read earlier, each is its own story so you can pick these up now! We will meet and discuss the last 3. Group meets 4/8, 4/29 and 5/20 in the “Attic” at Tower Hill on Mondays at 6pm with leader Carol Moser. The author weaves Biblical verses and references throughout each book, so keep your Bible close to cross reference while reading. *For Adults* The book is available on Amazon here: https://a.co/d/eCYUVC7
Starts April 19 | For Men
*Leader Jim Powers* Connecting with God with others helps you grow in your faith. This men’s group meets weekly throughout the year to read, pray, and discuss the Our Daily Bread Devotionals from Daily Bread Ministries. It meets every Friday – 2x a month at 8am at Tower Hill and 2x a month at 11am on Zoom. *For Men*
People should sign up for small group beause you can't lose. You meet new people at church, you find time with the Lord and it's a recharge for the week. Plus, you get a whole new set of friends that will help you grow.
~ Meg
I found my friends in a small group and now my kids have grown up with their kids. It was like having another batch of moms at my disposal, and truthfully it’s been a great growing experience for our entire family
~ Lauren
Because of my small group I can now walk through life knowing I have more than 20 brothers in Christ to call upon in my time of need…or success. In those small group settings you’ll figure things about yourself that may surprise you.
~ Chris
My small group helped me many times through the years especially after I experienced loss. They were there for me, they prayed for me, and they were just like sisters. If you are hesitant to sign up, my advice is to give it a try.
~ Lynne