Why Small Groups?
At Harvest, we believe there is power in community. Getting connected to a Small Group is the best way to grow in your relationship with Jesus. Our Small Groups are designed to help you deepen your relationship with Christ, and with others. Small Groups are a place where you are consistently encouraged and challenged to apply the truths of God’s Word to each area of your life.
Small Groups are not “another thing” we do at Harvest; they are the main channels for discipleship and care for each person who is a part of the Harvest family.
We believe…
- Small Groups are the Biblical model for transformation. (Acts 2:42-46)
- Small Groups are the best/only way to shepherd the whole flock. (Ephesians 4:11-12)
- Small Groups create an environment to use our spiritual gifts. (Romans 12:4-8, 1 Corinthians 12:4-7)
- Small Groups multiply competent ministers. (2 Timothy 2:2)
- Small Groups foster Biblical love. (1 Corinthians 13:3-5)
- Small Groups promote unity, fellowship and maturity. (1 John 1:3,6 and Proverbs 27:17)
Harvest Small Groups are based on these principles…
- We study and apply God’s Word together upholding the Bible as the ultimate authority to govern our lives.
- We live out the “one another” passages and strive for a place to love and be loved, to serve and be served, to know and be known.
- We give loving accountability, care and encouragement to grow and foster a place where there is a willingness to ask the tough questions.
Current Group Listing
We would love to help you get connected to a small group. Please contact Pastor Dan Mulder
by E-mail.
Men’s Groups
(Groups for adult men, married or single)
N Columbus – Lewis Center / Sundays
at 6:15 p.m.
Leader: Steven Hacker
Study: Vertical Church (finishing soon)
SW Columbus / Thursdays at 7:00 p.m.
Leader: Bob Vantilburg
Study: Vertical Church (finishing soon)
Westerville / Sundays at 6:15 p.m.
Leader: Mark Winkler
Study: Vertical Church (finishing soon)
Worthington / Tuesdays at 7:15 p.m.
Leader: Sean Warren
Study: Ephesians
Women’s Groups
(Groups for adult women, married or single)
NE Columbus / Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.
Leader: Susie Ross
Study: Esther – Beth Moore
SW Columbus / Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m.
Leader: Lisa Vantilburg
Study: The Gathering Place, A Study in Titus 2
Childcare *
Westerville / Sundays at 6:15 p.m.
Leader: Carolyn Smith
Study: Vertical Church (finishing soon)
Worthington / Thursdays at 7:00 p.m.
Leader: Cindy Shannon
Study: Breaking Free – Beth Moore
Mixed Groups
(Groups for men and women – married or single)
Clintonville / Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
Leader: Samuel & Kristina Forshtay
Study: Vintage Jesus
N Columbus – Polaris / Thursdays at 7:00 p.m.
Leader: Ken & Vicki Lyding
Study: Vertical Church (finishing soon)
Hilliard / Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
Leader: Mike & Karen Patrick
Study: How People Change
Hilliard South / Sundays at 3:00 p.m.
Leader: Brian & Marcia Green
Study: Real Marriage
Childcare *
Upper Arlington / Sundays at 6:00 p.m.
Leader: Tom & Cynthia Heyl
Study: (to be determined soon)
Upper Arlington / Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m.
Leader: Kevin & Cara Aschliman
Study: (to be determined soon)
Westerville / Sundays at 6:00 p.m.
Leader: Ben & Tonia Blankenbeckley
Study: What Did You Expect?
Worthington / Sundays at 6:00 p.m.
Leader: Luke & Jensine Ahrens
Study: Love and Respect
Childcare *
Worthington West / Sundays at 6:00 p.m.
Leader: Dan & Selena Mulder
Study: Colossians
Childcare *
* cost may apply
Student Ministry
(Groups for ages 6th-12th grade)
N Columbus – Worthington Woods / Sundays at 6:00 p.m.
Leader: Student Ministry Pastor, Bryan Nass, and his wife, Sara.
For more info click here to E-Mail.
What happens in Harvest Small Groups?
Q: What exactly is a Small Group?
Small groups are the core of our church. They serve as the primary setting for members to live out the Biblical principles of Fellowship, Bible Study, and Accountability. At Harvest, we believe in “mutual ministry.” As God grows our church, one Pastor cannot possibly handle all of the needs of every church member. In Small Groups, we provide an environment to encourage one another to mature in the faith. In our Small Groups, we experience care, growth, and accountability in the context of authentic relationships.
Q: Is it like a Bible study?
Yes…and so much more. Small Groups meet and work through biblically based curriculum. However, Small Groups afford to us the opportunity to relate and live life biblically. That means really getting to know and be known by others.
Q: What happens at a typical meeting?
Most meetings last around two hours. During that time the group will enjoy some fellowship, study their curriculum, and spend some time working through accountability questions. They will spend time praying and encouraging one another, and at other times they will meet to serve the needs of others outside the group.
Q: How often do groups meet?
Our groups usually meet weekly. We ask our Small Groups to meet at least three times per month.
Q: Who leads the group?
Each group has a Small Group Leader and an Apprentice Leader. Leaders must complete our Leadership training and maintain an ongoing relationship with a Flock Leader who’s purpose is to pray for, encourage, and equip each Small Group Leader in their role in the Body of Christ.
Q: Are children involved in Small Groups?
Because our desire is for adults to truly engage in each other’s lives, children generally do not attend groups with their parents. Many couples work out their own childcare, or sometimes our groups come up with creative ways to handle individual needs of that group’s childcare.
Q: Where can I get more information on Harvest Small Groups?
Visit our Walk With Christ counter after a worship service, or contact Pastor Dan Mulder by Email.