LIFE Groups

  • Level 1 groups are gatherings with little to no prior preparation needed.  

    Sermon Reflection Group: Focus on relational connection & sermon reflection

    • Sunday afternoon, 118 Humbolt Loop, Helena
    • Contact: Warren & Lori Dupuis, 439-5714


    Apologetics for Life: Learn to defend your belief in God against the most common objections of Atheism

    • Monday, 7:00pm, Life Covenant Church, Rm 203
    • 8 -12 weeks beginning September 24
    • Contact: Matt Swider, 442-6813

           Description - "How can you believe in God when there is so much evil in the

          world?" "How can you believe in God when there is simply no evidence to support

          that belief?"  "Isn't it just blind faith?"


          Have you ever found yourself faced with these kinds of questions and been unable

          to answer them?  What if you learned that there are good answers to these

          questions?  What if you were able to defend your belief in God based on logic and

          science - and not on blind faith?  If you are interested in learning these skills, then

          Apologetics for Life is for you!


          In this class, we will be looking at the classical arguments for God's existence.  We

          will also be looking at responses to some of the major objections to Theism that

          have been raised by Atheists over the centuries.  Those who complete this class will

          have more confidence in their belief in God, and will be better equipped to defend

          that belief against the attacks of Atheism.



    Men’s Bible Study

    • Tuesday, 6:30-7:30am, Life Covenant Church, Rm 201
    • Contact: Dave Anderson, 431-2357



    LIFE 201: Discovering my Path to Discipleship

    • Tuesday, 6:00-7:30pm, 700 Hoback St
    • Six weeks: September 18 - October 30
    • Contact: Neil Botts, 442-6813

           Description - A six-week class that focuses on the journey to becoming spiritually

          mature disciples of Jesus Christ. We will explore issues of Bible study, prayer,   

          worship, fellowship and generosity. 



    Prayer Group: Pray for Global Mission Partners

    • Wednesday, 7:00am, Life Covenant Church office
    • Contact: Keith Johnson



    Sermon Reflection Group: Focus on relational connection & sermon reflection

    • Wednesday, 10:00-11:00am
    • Life Covenant Church, Rm 201
    • Contact: Keith Johnson



    LIFE 201: Discovering my Path to Discipleship

    • Wednesday, 12:00-1:30pm, Life Covenant Church, Rm 203
    • Six weeks: September 19 - October 31
    • Contact: Neil Botts, 442-6813

           Description - A six-week class that focuses on the journey to becoming spiritually

          mature disciples of Jesus Christ. We will explore issues of Bible study, prayer, 

          worship, fellowship and generosity. 



    GriefShare: Walk through grief with a caring group of people seeking hope and healing through Jesus Christ

    • Wednesday, 12:00-1:15pm, Life Covenant Church, Rm 201
    • You can begin anytime; new session begins October 3
    • Contact: Neil Botts, 442-6813

           Description - It may be hard for you to feel optimistic about the future right now. If

          you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend, you’ve probably found there

          are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. This can be a

          confusing time when you feel isolated and have many questions about things

          you’ve never faced before. GriefShare groups meet weekly to help you face these

          challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. For more information about

          GriefShare, visit https://www.griefshare.org.



    Resolving Everyday Conflict: Learn how to model the words and ways of Jesus when you face conflict

    • Wednesday, 6:30-7:50pm, Life Covenant Church, Rm 201
    • Nine to ten weeks, beginning September 12
    • Contact: Neil Botts, 442-6813
           Description - Conflict typically stresses and strains relationships. When
          disappointments, offenses, or unmet expectations pile up, our relationships with
          other people can be damaged or even destroyed. Worse yet, the bitterness and
          unforgiveness triggered by prolonged conflict grieves the Lord and injures our
          relationship with him.

          In this LIFE Group, we will learn to resolve our differences and restore our

          relationships with one another according to biblical wisdom and guidance. And we

          will discuss how to get upstream of the conflict, learning to live and breathe the

          gospel during every human interaction helping to reduce the number of conflicts  

          we experience. These principles can help nurture greater relational health as a

          church family.




    GriefShare: Walk through grief with a caring group of people seeking hope and healing through Jesus Christ
    • Thursday, 6:30-7:45pm, Life Covenant Church, Rm 201
    • You can begin anytime; new session begins October 4
    • Contact: Neil Botts, 442-6813

           Description - It may be hard for you to feel optimistic about the future right now. If

          you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend, you’ve probably found there

          are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. This can be a

          confusing time when you feel isolated and have many questions about things

          you’ve never faced before. GriefShare groups meet weekly to help you face these

          challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. For more information about

          GriefShare, visit https://www.griefshare.org.



    New Testament Foundations: An introduction to the books of the New Testament

    • Thursday, 7:00pm, Life Covenant Church, Rm 102
    • Seven to nine weeks, beginning September 13
    • Contact: Prudence Wigen, 431-7922

           Description - This group will be introduced to the books of the New Testament with

          a view to fanning into flame a hunger and thirst for further reading and study of the

          Bible. Participants will gain a big-picture overview of the New Testament to help

          orient you to the landscape of the Bible. And it will be done in an environment

          where you can relationally connect with others.



    Men’s Bible Study

    • Thursday, 6:30-7:30am
    • Crooked Furrow Brewery, 2801 N. Roberts St, Helena
    • Contact: Jason Knapp, 422-2383



    Global Leadership Summit Follow-Up: Growth through practical application of GLS principles

    • Third Thursday of each month, 6:30pm, Life Covenant Church, Rm 202
    • Beginning October 18
    • Contact: Keith Johnson, 442-6813



    DivorceCare: Experience Christ-centered, compassionate healing from the pain of separation and divorce

    • To Be Determined
    • Contact: Neil Botts, 442-6813

           Description - Most people will tell you that separation and divorce are the most

          painful and stressful experiences they’ve ever faced. It’s a confusing time when you

          feel isolated and have lots of questions about issues you’ve never faced before. 

          DivorceCare groups meet weekly to help you face these challenges and move

          toward rebuilding your life. For more information on DivorceCare, visit

          https://www.divorcecare.org/about.


  • Level 2 groups require a little bit more of you for preparation to engage in good discussion.


    Women’s Bible Study: Jonah - Navigating a Life Interrupted, by Priscilla Shirer

    • Tuesday, 1:00pm, Beginning October 2,  Life Covenant Church, Rm 201
    • Contact: Mary Anderson, 422-2969

           Description - Interruptions. They're aggravating. Sometimes infuriating. But how we

          handle interruptions actually tell us more about ourselves. What do we do when God

          interrupts our lives? Many times, like Jonah, we run! Priscilla redefines interruption and

          shows that interruption is actually God's invitation to do something beyond our wildest

          dreams. When Jonah was willing to allow God to interrupt his life, the result was revival

          in an entire city. For more information about this study and about Priscilla Shirer,   

          visit https://www.lifeway.com/en/product-family/jonah. 



    Men’s Bible Study: Modeling the Rhythms and Words of Jesus

    • Wednesday, 6:30am, Life Covenant Church, Rm 203
    • Beginning September 12
    • Contact: Neil Botts, 442-6813

           Description - Jesus entered the stage of recorded history not only to show us the way

          we are meant to live, but to invite us to follow him—learning to model his rhythms and

          words—into that life of significance and purpose as his disciples. As we slowly begin to

          look more and more like Jesus in character and in competency, we will naturally begin

          to impact people who do not know the love of Jesus. Because that is simply what

          disciples do. He promised it would cost us everything and that it would be worth it.



    Adult Bible Study: Living as Disciples in Everyday Life

    • Wednesday, 9:00am, Life Covenant Church, Rm 203
    • Ten to eleven weeks, beginning September 19
    • Contact: Neil Botts, 442-6813

           Description - Everyday life is a complex affair. Most of it is made up of familiar

          situations, responsibilities, frustrations, pressures, conflicts, obligations, dilemmas, 

          disappointments, and opportunities. Additionally, we experience joys, crises, laughter, 

          hopes, successes and failures. As disciples of Jesus Christ who want to connect our

          faith with every part of our lives, we are not always sure how to do so. In this Life

          Group, we will explore together how to integrate our Christ-centered faith and values in

          all we do—the way we work and rest, the quality of our parenting and friendships, how

          we engage in issues of poverty and injustice, the way we walk through suffering, and

          how we live on mission in the world of everyday life. This is a critical matter! If we—the

          people of God—do not speak and act like Jesus in the world of everyday life, the

          Church itself ultimately has no witness in the world.



    Women’s Bible Study: The Redemptive Side to Job's Suffering, by Lisa Harper

    • Friday, 9:00am, Life Covenant Church Rm 202/204
    • Beginning September 7
    • Contact: Vicky Curtis, 431-7164
           Description - Joy is the constant companion of the woman who trusts in the Lord. And
          while you can find it in friends, family, and circumstances, unfailing, persistent joy will
          only ever overflow from your relationship with Jesus. Just ask Job, the man from Uz      
          who clung to God’s goodness while all his worldly joys were stripped away. But
          how is it possible to hold onto such joy in times of sorrow? In this 7-session study
          by Lisa Harper, discover the redemptive side to Job’s story of suffering. Learn to
          use pain to strengthen your faith, point others to the gospel, and remember God’s
          providence will never take you to a place where His grace will not sustain you. For
          more information about this study and about Lisa Harper, visit



    Healing Hearts: Bible study for women who have experienced abortion

           Description - This is a study for women who have experienced abortion. We will

          journey together for 11 weeks in a very small group, encouraging one another, 

          praying for one another and digging deep into God's Word together. Feel free to

          go to the website and read/watch the many testimonies of women who've   

          experienced healing and freedom from the heartbreak of abortion.  

          www.healinghearts.org

     

  • Level 3 groups will require a greater level of
    commitment. Members who do not keep up on
    reading or miss several meetings may fall behind or have difficulty understanding the discussion. 

    Women’s Bible Study Fellowship: Study the Old Testament, Joshua to Solomon

    • Monday, 6:30pm, Hannaford Street Bible Church , Beginning September 10
    • Children’s program included for 1st – 12th grade
    • Contact: Kelly Wunderwald, 661-2412

           Description - Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) is a comprehensive approach to studying

          the Bible together with others in a safe and nurturing environment. To find out more  

          about this particular study and the BSF approach, visit their website at

          https://www.bsfinternational.org/studies/our-studies/people-of-the-promised-land-i



    Women’s Bible Study Fellowship: Study the Old Testament, Joshua to Solomon

    • Tuesday, 9:30am, Life Covenant Church, Beginning September 11
    • No children’s program provided
    • Contact: Kelly Wunderwald, 661-2412

           Description - Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) is a comprehensive approach to studying

          the Bible together with others in a safe and nurturing environment. To find out more

          about this particular study and the BSF approach, visit their website at

          https://www.bsfinternational.org/studies/our-studies/people-of-the-promised-land-i



    Men’s Bible Study Fellowship: Study the Old Testament, Joshua through Solomon

    • Thursday, 6:30pm, Life Covenant Church, Beginning September 13
    • No children’s program provided
    • Contact: Tillman McAdams, 570-9163

           Description - Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) is a comprehensive approach to studying

          the Bible together with others in a safe and nurturing environment. To find out more

          about this particular study and the BSF approach, visit their website at

          https://www.bsfinternational.org/studies/our-studies/people-of-the-promised-land-i



    Writer’s Group: Connecting relationally around the shared
    interest in writing

    • Quarterly, to be determined
    • Contact: Keith Johnson, 442-6813


    Do you want to begin your own Life Group around a different topic or on a different day or time? We are always open to helping new groups get started. Just contact Neil Botts at 406-442-6813 to begin exploring this option.