Life Groups
Life Groups at The Heights are where friends become family as we grow together in our faith, build meaningful relationships, and live out the mission of Jesus in everyday life. These groups meet weekly during all three service times, creating a safe and supportive environment that includes teaching and practical application of God’s Word, discussion, and prayer. Groups often get together outside of Sunday mornings for times of fellowship and serving together.
Our prayer for you is that as you gather with others for worship you will also be able to connect with others in community. Life Groups are our primary connection tool at The Heights to help you build relationships to more deeply know and follow Jesus.
At The Heights, we measure spiritual growth through our LIFE of a Disciple framework:
- Loving Neighbor – growing in compassion and service toward others
- Intentional Friend – developing authentic, gospel-centered relationships
- Faithful Follower – deepening commitment to Jesus through obedience and spiritual disciplines
- Engaged Disciple-Maker – actively sharing the Gospel and helping others grow in faith
Through Life Groups, members are encouraged, challenged, and equipped to move from learning about Jesus to following Him and making disciples themselves. Spiritual growth is not just about knowledge—it’s about transformation, accountability, and practical obedience in everyday life.
Colonial Heights Campus
Men’s 8am
Description: All Men
Teacher: Jim Hassick/Kenny Turner
Room: C101
Bold Witness
Description: Coed 40+
Teacher: Tom Manson/Paul Currin
Room: C123
New Beginnings
Description: Coed 50+
Teacher: Don Dersch/Rod Meade
Room: C121
Women of Grace
Description: All Women
Teacher: Carolyn Hodges/Vicki Manuel
Room: C122
Rock Solid
Description: Coed 40-52
Teacher: Mark Atkinson/David Crites/Mark Herndon
Room: MOD1
Growing In God's Word
Description: Coed 47-65
Teacher: Rico Patterson/Mike Osborne
Room: Mod 4
SELAH
Description: Choir/Creative Arts Coed All
Teacher: Chris Besser/Gary Comeforo
Room: C101
The Upper Room
Description: Coed 50-59
Teacher: Jeff Fuller/Roddy Chestnut
Room: C103
Faith Builders
Description: Coed 60+
Teacher: Roy Moore/Shannon Staton
Room: C123
Spiritual Warriors
Description: Coed All
Teacher: Pat Crocker/Bill Lawning
Room: C124
Devoted
Description: Young Couples 25-39
Teacher: Eric Shepperson/Karen Hahn/Elizabeth Greeson
Room: C121
Fellowship of the Rings
Description: Young Newlyweds
Teacher: Mike Ireland
Room: C100
THRIVE
Description: Coed 47-65
Teacher: Rick Cottrell/Rich Malone/Jim Reeves/David Cloninger
Room: Choir Room
The Rock Class
Description: Young Couples 25-39
Teacher: Ronnie and Tina West
Room: Mod 2
Youth Middle School
Description: Youth Middle School
Room: Youth Auditorim
Men's 11:00am
Description: All Men
Teacher: Kirk Passopulo/Kirby Southall
Room: C101
Sisters by Grace
Description: All Women
Teacher: Dema Cole/Ellen Moore/Debi Southall
Room: MOD 1
Children K-5th Grade
Description: Children K-5th Grade
Room: Children’s Wing
The Second Act
Description: Coed 35-49
Teacher: Les Byrnside/Shay Osborne
Room: C124
Friends in Faith
Description: Coed 50-65
Teacher: Bert Gunter/David Wyman
Room: C123
Emmanuel Grace
Description: Coed 60+
Teacher: Gary Moore/Charlie Toombs
Room: C121
Young Adults
Description: Young Adults
Teacher: Brad Atkinson/Jordan West
Room: Youth Cafe
Better Together
Description: Co-ed adults
Teachers: Dave Rice
Room: C122
Youth High School
Three Options for High Schoolers on Sundays
- Corporate Worship | 8, 9:30, or 11
- Serving Opportunities | See Pastor Ethan
- Deep Discipleship | 11am in Youth Auditorium