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Life Groups and Study Groups

We have various small groups that meet on a regular basis to ‘do life’ together. This is an effective way for everyone to feel personally connected to the Harrisburg Brethren in Christ Church community and to learn and grow in an intimate and supportive environment. Each group is unique, and may include any or all of the following: fellowship, prayer, worship, study of Scripture or service. Most people who have been a part of a life group or study group say the greatest benefit is the close relationships that develop. Members learn to participate in prayer by having a conversation together with God, to study God’s Word in community, and to share personal gifts and talents with each other. These groups also offer a sense of stability and security through providing support and care in times of crisis, change, and stress. Take a moment to check out our Discipleship group options here.

Wednesday Classes & Groups

  • 5:30pm: Community Meal (Sanctuary)
  • 6:30pm: Kids Club for Kindergarten – 5th grade (Christian Education “CE” Room)
  • 6:30pm: Youth Group (Large Youth Room)
  • 6:45pm: Adult study (Sanctuary)
  • 6:45pm: Prayer meeting (Prayer Room and Zoom)


Fellowship Dinner Groups

The Harrisburg BIC Church annually sponsors an opportunity for individuals and families to be intentional about practicing hospitality and sharing meals with one another through Fellowship Dinner Groups. Groups generally consists of 8-12 adults who meet at least once a quarter for the purpose of:
  • Connecting and sharing with others
  • Experiencing diversity
  • Discovering uniqueness and similarities with others
  • Appreciating something new – like food, traditions, friendships.
Contact Pastor Lynda if you’re interested in joining a group!


Ready to Join the HBIC Family?

Baptism
At HBIC, we believe water baptism is a celebration of your decision to follow Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. Just as the symbols of the wedding and wedding ring are a declaration of a marriage covenant, water baptism is the outward declaration of the covenant you’ve made with God. As your church, we would like to stand with you as you publicly declare you have made the decision to surrender your life to the Lord. Baptisms are part of our Sunday services and include classes (for all ages) covering the meaning, the significance, and the details of baptism. If you would like to learn more about water baptism in the Brethren in Christ Church, please take a moment to read Baptism & Belonging.

Membership
Have you ever wondered what church membership is all about? In church membership, individuals submit themselves to the authority of the Bible, proclaim their faith in Christ and their desire to live a holy life, and commit themselves to the teaching and ministry of HBIC. Such a commitment is lived out by attending, serving, giving, and caring for one’s brothers and sisters in Christ. The leadership of our church also pledges to assist members with care, counsel, encouragement, prayer, and spiritual growth. If you are interested in learning more about membership in the Brethren in Christ, and in our church in particular, plan to take the Rooted Series classes then join Pastors Hank and Lynda for a Membership Class that will be offered regularly. These classes are typically held on Sundays and include a light lunch followed by the session.

Contact the church office for more information on baptism and membership (office@harrisburgbic.org or 717-561-2170, ext. 101).