Growth Groups

At Caledonia CRC, we believe growth happens in groups.  We are excited to offer a variety of opportunities for you to explore!
Scroll through the list of group offerings below. 


Questions? Contact our Care Coordinator, Michelle Dieleman, @ 616-889-7712

  • SHORT-TERM STUDY GROWTH GROUP

    *NEW THIS FALL* 

    So That The Next Generation Will Know
    This 8-session video & discussion series from RightNow Media equips adults with strategies and approaches for imparting a Christian worldview to the younger generation in the face of contemporary challenges. View the trailer and learn more here


    To join this Growth Group or learn more, contact Michelle Dieleman

  • financial peace university

    *NEW THIS FALL* 

    Financial Peace University is a comprehensive personal finance course that combines practical financial principles with a faith-based curriculum to help individuals and families achieve financial stability and freedom while incorporating biblical values into their financial decision-making.


    Begins Tuesday, September 26 @ 6:30pm

    Caledonia CRC - Youth Ministry Room


    Questions or want to join? Contact Scott Block

  • Grow together "younger" families
    growth group

    *NEW THIS FALL* 

    A group is forming for parents in the early stages of child-rearing (babies & toddlers) who are looking to connect with each other to grow together in faith and community.


    Kick-off gathering on Saturday, September 30 @ 10:00am

    Caledonia CRC

    Come as you are and bring the kids!


    Interested? Contact Makayla Smies or Kat Maring

  • Family BIble study growth group

    Have you ever wanted to study the Word with your spouse, family, or friends but didn't know where to start? You are invited to Family Bible Study Growth Group, where we use the simple but impactful Inductive Bible Study method to learn more about God, relationships, and the Great Commission. This multi-generational, family-friendly group brings Christ followers together to share a meal & study the Word of God in community.


    Gatherings take place on the first and third Sundays at 12:15 pm at the home of Ben & Jaci Skupien.  

    Begins September 17

    Contact: Ben Skupien

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  • EMERGE

    A group for Young Adults (18-25) who want to discuss what it means to follow Jesus in today’s culture and are looking for gospel-based community.


    Emerge meets on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Tuesday nights @ 7pm


    Questions or want to join? Contact Caleb Horjus

  • wednesday night women

    This evening growth group is for women of all ages, with goals of fellowship, encouragement, and faith formation, and prayer. This group meets on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month during GEMS/Cadets.


    This year we are studying When You Pray by Kelly Minter, Jackie Hill Perry, Jen Wilkin and more.


    Launch Date: October 4 from 6:30-8:00pm

    Location: "EMERGE Room" Caledonia CRC
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  • Coffee Break/story hour

    Tuesdays 9:30-11:00am

    Caledonia CRC


    We’re excited to announce that Coffee Break will be starting on Tuesday, October 3 @ 9:30-11:00am at Caledonia CRC! This year we are studying When You Pray by Kelly Minter, Jackie Hill Perry, Jen Wilkin, and more.

    If you are interested in attending and would like to be placed in a group, please contact Kari VanRyn or Kerri Diemer. Story Hour will be available for children ages 2 1/2 - 5.

  • YOUNG MARRIEDS

    Whether you're engaged, newlywed, or new-ish to marriage, this group connects you with other couples in your same phase of life. 


    Meeting dates to be determined.



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  • YOUNG FAMILIES

    The focus of this group is to bring together parents and their children (ages 12 and under) with the goal of learning and growing together, and simply "doing life" with one another!  This season we will continue learning from a RightNow Media study:

    Intentional Parenting


    Contact Dan Noteboom for more information. 

  • PRIME TIMERS

    This group offers a wide variety of social activities for persons that are 65 and older including breakfasts, dinners, and trips to places of interest.


    To learn more about Prime-Timers Growth Group contact:

    Carol Buwalda
    (616) 260-2792

ADDITIONAL GROUPS FOR WOMEN

  • Book club

    2nd Wednesday of the Month (year-round)

    12:30pm at Caledonia CRC


    A small group for women who like to read and discuss assigned books. 


    Questions? Contact:

    Diane McKenzie

    Email: ddmckenzie@att.net

    Phone: 891-1143

  • bible study fellowship

    Wednesdays (September - May)

    9:10am - 11:00am


    This in-depth, inter-denominational Bible study program is for women of all ages. 

    BSF classes and materials are provided free of charge.


    Questions? Contact:

    Lori Kane

    Phone: 616-949-9700

     lkane-321@sbcglobal.com

ADDITIONAL GROUPS FOR MEN

  • MEN'S Saturday MORNING growth GROUP

    Saturday mornings from 7:00am - 8:15am

    Caledonia CRC - Roadside Room


    This group comes together weekly for prayer and Bible study.


    Ministry Contact:

    Merle Buwalda

    616-891-1512

    mbuwalda@caledoniacrc.org

  • wednesday morning men's growth group

    Wednesday mornings from 6:00am - 7:00am 


    This Growth Group, led by Pastor Scott, meets weekly on Wednesday mornings for study and prayer in the Office Area at Caledonia CRC.


    Starting this fall, the group will read and discuss the book

    God Never Gives Up On You by Max Lucado


    Contact:

    Pastor Scott Greenway

    sgreenway@caledoniacrc.org

  • Men's Sunday morning GROWth group

    Sunday mornings  9:15am-10:15am

    EMERGE Room

    Caledonia CRC


    Multi-Generational Discussion Group

    .Our format is to grow in our faith while learning together and from each other as we discuss current and timeless topics that are impacting our families, neighborhoods, schools, jobs, and church. 

    Contact:

    Todd Memmelaar

  • ROMEO (retired Old Men Eating Out)

    This men's group gathers periodically for fellowship and meals together at local restaurants.


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