Growth Groups- “3:18 Groups”
At Living Water Church, we believe that spiritual growth happens best in the context of meaningful relationships. 3:18 Groups are designed to help people deepen their spiritual life through Bible study, fellowship, and genuine friendship. At Living Water Church, we stress the importance of living out the teachings of the Bible through our relationships with one another.
What is a 3:18 Group?
Sunday morning worship is a vital part of our faith journey, but it isn’t always enough to build deep, lasting friendships and truly live out the gospel together. That’s why we encourage everyone to join a 3:18 Growth Group, inspired by 2 Peter 3:18:
“But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen.”
3:18 Groups are designed to help you grow deeper in your faith, build authentic friendships, and apply God's Word in everyday life. Through Bible study, prayer, and fellowship, these groups provide a place where we can encourage and strengthen one another, just as Scripture teaches:
“Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.” – Proverbs 27:17
Find the Right Group for You
Just as healthy plants need good soil to thrive, we believe every believer needs community to grow spiritually. We offer a variety of groups for different life stages and interests, including:
Men’s Groups
Women’s Groups
Youth Groups
Family & Couples Groups
Mixed Groups (open to all adults)
Groups meet on different days and at various locations to accommodate different schedules.
Get Connected!
Find a 3:18 Group that fits you and take the next step in your faith journey. Click here to see the full list of groups and get connected today!
Official re-launch for 2024-2025 3:18 Groups is September 15th
Click here to signup for a 3:18 Group
Matt & Adrienne Hempel (mixed)
Leader: Matt Hempel, 845.661.1713, 518.697.3436, adriennehempel@yahoo.com
Every other Sunday, 1pm, @LWC
Monday Men’s Group
Leader: Steve Logee, 315.447.1982
Monday, 6:30pm, @LWC.
Monday women’s Group
Leader: Lauren Weston, 845.505.0493, laurenweston6464@gmail.com
Monday, 6:30pm, @LWC
Erik & michelle picard (mixed)
Leader: Erik Picard, 413.275.3276, picarde2455@gmail.com
Tuesday, 6:30pm, contact for location
Topher & sarah harding (mixed)
Leader: Topher Harding, 845.240.5349, topherszzs@gmail.com
Tuesday, 7pm, @LWC
Jim & Marta russell (mixed)
Leader: Jim Russell, 812.697.2141, nyjimruss49@gmail.com
Wednesday, 6:30pm, @East Fishkill
Prayer Group
Leader: Paul Steier, 914.588.3119, janman07@verizon.net
Wednesday, 7pm, @LWC
Thursday am women’s group
Leader: Kathy French, 845.521.4225, auntkaky@yahoo.com
Thursday, 10am, @LWC
Thursday pm women’s group
Leader: Susan Jenkins, 845.392.0480
Thursday, 6:30pm, @LWC
andrew steier & dan garcia (mixed)
Leader: Andrew Steier, 845.249.8521, andrew.steier@gmail.com
Co-leader: Dan Garcia, 845.702.4921, dangarcia313@gmail.com
Thursday, 6:30pm, @Poughkeepsie
Financial peace ministry
Leader: Lenore Crofts, 845.797.7997, lenorejewelry@yahoo.com
Friday, 6:30pm, @LWC.
alexander & teylor tartter (mixed)
Leader: Alexander Tartter, 845.224.1530, alexander.tartter@gmail.com
Every other Friday, 6:30pm, contact for location
H20 (7-12 Grade)
Leader: Coby Schaefer, 518.948.1406, coby@lwcny.org
Fridays except the last friday of the month, 7pm, @LWC.
Mama Fellowship (mom’s)
Leader: Michelle Picard, 845.417.6970, picardm0117@gmail.com
Co-Leader: Emily Sweat, 845.418.1504, ebrady04@aol.com
1st Saturday of the month, 9am, @LWC
Spanish Bible Study
Leader: Eddy Lopez, 845.670.3356, eddycapilla@gmail.com
Last Saturday of the month, 6pm, contact for location
Contact Group Leaders for Small Group Location.
Meeting Times & Locations subject to change.