Don't do life alone!

True life change happens in the context of relationships. Even Jesus spent most of his time with 12 friends. First Groups provide an opportunity to engage with people that you can be real with. Everyone needs life-giving relationships to grow, so join or lead a group that matches your passion or schedule and get involved. We are better together. Don't do life alone. If you have any questions, contact Jimmy Akers.

Getting Connected

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J.O.Y. Class (Jesus, Others & Yourself) - In Person

J.O.Y. Class (Jesus, Others & Yourself) - In Person
A fellowship-oriented group that combines video lessons, lectures and scripture readings which frequently focuses on the Bible and prophecy with open discussion.
Leaders: Ollie Niccolls, Harry White
Who: All Ages  |  Childcare: Yes
Where: FCC, Meeting Room 104 When: Sundays, 9:00 am
Cost: None 
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Legacy Fellowship - In Person

Legacy Fellowship - In Person
An opportunity for post-high school, young adults to come together, build relationships and fellowship.
Leaders: Tyler & Kari Mitchell 
Who: ages 18-29  |  Childcare: No
Where: Varies, Fort Myers  |  When: Mondays, 6:30 pm
Cost: None

Schedule Monday, 6:30pm, Fort Myers, Varies Location Type Preference physical Learn More

Men’s Connection Tuesday - In Person

Men’s Connection - In Person
An opportunity for men to come together, fellowship, enjoy breakfast and grow in faith together.
Leader: Gary Cox
Who: Men  |  Childcare: No
Where: Gathering Place, Fort Myers  |  When: Tuesdays, 8:00 am
Cost: Breakfast  
Schedule Tuesday, 8:00am, Fort Myers, Gathering Place Location Type Preference physical Learn More

Fellowship Group - In Person

Fellowship Group - In Person
An opportunity for people to come together, fellowship and study God’s word together.
Leader: Becky Wilcoxson
Who: All Ages  |  Childcare: No
Where: FCC, Worship Center Lobby  |  When: 4th Tuesday of the Month, 6:30 pm
Cost: None, Dinner occasionally 
Schedule 4th Tuesday, 6:30pm, FCC, Worship Center Lobby Location Type Preference physical Learn More

Salsa ‘Bout It Sunday - In Person / Online

Salsa ‘Bout It Sunday - In Person / Online
An opportunity to come together, fellowship, talk about faith and life and enjoy Tacos.
Leaders: Jimmy & Dee Palmer-Akers
Who: All Ages  |  Childcare: Yes
Where: Varies, Punta Gorda / Cape Coral  |  When: Sundays, 4 pm
Cost: None
Schedule Sunday, 5pm, Punta Gorda / Cape Coral, Varies Location Type Preference physical Learn More

Men‘s Bible Study Wednesday - In Person

Men‘s Bible Study Wednesday- In Person
An opportunity for men to come together, fellowship and study God’s word together.
Leader: Gordon Romeis
Who: Men  |  Childcare: No
Where: FCC, Conference Room  |  When: Wednesdays, 6:30 pm
Cost: None
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Comfort Bears - In Person

Comfort Bears - In Person
Making bears to bless and comfort adults and children.
Leaders: Connie Hamilton
Who: All Ages  |  Childcare: No
Where: FCC, Meeting Room 1  |  When: 1st Wednesday of the Month, 9:00 am
Cost: None

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Pathway Bible Study - In Person

Pathway Bible Study - In Person
An opportunity to come together, fellowship, and study God’s word together.
Leader: Cheryl Harris
Who: All Ages  |  Childcare: No
Where: FCC, Meeting Room 2  |  When: Wednesdays, 10:00 am
Cost: None
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Marriage Matters - In Person

Marriage Matters - In Person
An opportunity for married couples or potential married couples to come together, fellowship, and work on building better marriages.
Leaders: Harry & Cheryl White, John & Janine Burrows
Who: Married/Potential married couples  | 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 6:30pm  |  Cost: None
Schedule 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 6:30pm, FCC, Room 100 Location Type Preference physical Learn More

Men's Connection Thursday - In Person

Men’s Connection - In Person
An opportunity for men to come together, fellowship, enjoy breakfast and grow in faith together.
Leader: Gary Cox
Who: Men  |  Childcare: No
Where: IHOP, North Fort Myers  |  When: Thursdays, 6:00 am
Cost: Breakfast


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Women’s Bible Study - Online

Woman’s Bible Study - Online
An opportunity for women to come together, fellowship and study God’s word together.
Leaders: Denise Holbrook, Kim Conrad 
Who: Women  |  Childcare: No
Where: Online  |  When: Thursdays, 6:30 pm
Cost: None

Schedule Thursday, 6:30pm, Online Location Type Preference virtual Learn More

Emmaus Circle - In Person

Emmaus Circle - In Person
A community of young mothers and young women pursuing Christ and community.
Leaders: Kari Mitchell, Melissa Hemmer, Lacey Davis
Who: Women  |  Childcare: Yes
Where: FCC, Room 100  |  When: 2nd & 4th Friday of the Month, 9:00 am
Cost: None
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Jacobs “Salt and Light” Group - In Person

Sharing challenges and successes to living a Christian life and/or raising children in a non-Christian world.

Childcare: Children Welcome.
Schedule Every Other Friday, 6:30pm, North Fort Myers, Jacob's Home Location Type Preference physical Learn More

Prayer Shawl Ministry - In Person

Prayer Shawl Ministry - In Person
Make prayer shawls to comfort and minister to those that are dealing with illness, recovery, medical procedures, bereavement, prayer or meditation, ceremonies, etc. 
Leaders: Becky Wilcoxson & Debi Butzbach 
Who: All Ages  |  Childcare: No
Where: FCC, Meeting Room 2  |  When: 2nd Saturday of the Month, 10:00 am
Cost: Supplies & Tools
Schedule 2nd Saturday, 10:00am, FCC, Meeting Room 2 Location Type Preference physical Learn More

Christian Messengers - In Person

A great group of servants’ hearts that support each other through prayer, calls, visits, dinners and serving together. Bible study with an informal lecture and open discussion.
Leader: Carol Wolfe
Who: Primarily 55+  |  Childcare: Yes
Where: FCC, Room 102  |  When: Sundays, 9am
Cost: None

Schedule Sunday, 9am, FCC, Room 102 Location Type Preference physical Learn More

Women's Connection - In Person / Online

Women's Connection Group - In Person / Online
An opportunity for women to come together, fellowship, do a bible study and grow in faith together.
Leader: Linda Cox
Who: Women  |  Childcare: No
Where: Cox Home, North Fort Myers  |  When: Thursdays, 6:30 pm
Cost: Purchase Book
Schedule Thursday, 6:30pm, North Fort Myers, Cox Home / Online Location Type Preference physical Learn More

Walking in the Word - In Person

A topical study that uses the Bible, class discussion and christian standards to facilitate growth, fellowship and ministry opportunities in the community.
Leaders: Mike Westhafer, Warren Frey
Who: All Ages  |  Childcare: Yes
Where: FCC, Meeting Room 1  |  When: Sunday, 9:00 am
Cost: None
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Proverbs 27:17 Men’s Group

Proverbs 27:17 Men’s Group
In-Person
An opportunity for husbands, dads to sharpen each other over breakfast.
Leaders: Eric Eason, George Zartman
Who: Men | Childcare: No
Where: Fort Myers, First Watch, College and 41, When: Wednesdays, 7:00 am 
Cost: Breakfast
Schedule Wednesday, 7:00am, Fort Myers, First Watch - College and 41 Location Type Preference physical Learn More

Parent Connection

Parent Connection
An opportunity for couples and parents seeking God’s purpose in leading their family, marriage and other relationships. We will use a discussion-based style to explore a variety of topics.
Leaders: Jerry & Melissa Hemmer [email protected] or [email protected] Who: Married couples, Parents | Childcare: Yes
Where: FCC, Family Center | When: Sundays, 10:30 am
Cost: None
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Seasonal Bible Study

Seasonal Bible Study
An opportunity for Florida “snowbirds” to come together, fellowship, and study God’s word together.
Leaders: Debbi Stocco and Bill Rosborough
Who: All Ages / Childcare: No
Where: FCC - Worship Center Lobby / When: 2nd & 3rd Tuesdays, 6:30 pm / Cost: Free
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Prayer Connection Group

Meets to pray over all the prayer requests which have come in as well as staff, first responders, military & government, missionaries etc.
Leader: Rich Burik
Who: All ages | Childcare: No
Where: FCC, Conference Room | Cost: None 
When: Mondays, 5:30 pm

Schedule Monday, 5:30pm, FCC, Conference Room Location Type Preference physical Learn More

Men’s Connection Wednesday

Men’s Connection Wednesday - In Person
An opportunity for men to come together, fellowship, enjoy breakfast and grow in faith together.
Leader: Gary Cox
Who: Men  |  Childcare: No
Where: IHop, North Fort Myers  |  When: Wednesdays, 6:00 am
Cost: Breakfast  
Schedule Wednesday, 6:00am, North Fort Myers, IHop Location Type Preference physical Learn More

Men’s Connection Monday - In Person

Men’s Connection - In Person
An opportunity for men to come together, fellowship, enjoy breakfast and grow in faith together.
Leader: Gary Cox
Who: Men  |  Childcare: No
Where: Philly Junction, Fort Myers  |  When: Mondays, 8:00 am
Cost: Breakfast  
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A Place To Be Known - In Person

A place for you to be known, share your struggles, be encouraged and connect with God. 
Leaders: Sean Kelleher, Jimmy Akers 
Who: All Ages / Childcare: No 
Where: FCC - Meeting Room 1 / Cost: None
When: Tuesdays, 6:00 pm

You can download the current Devotional we are using here! -> https://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans/19262
Schedule Tuesday, 6:00pm, FCC, Meeting Room 1 Location Type Preference physical Learn More