Parkview Church :: Iowa City - Community Groups

Four ways to get connected in a Community Group

1 :: You can be invited.

Many community groups are open groups where newcomers are invited to join and become a vital part of the group.

2 :: You can contact the Community Group Ministry Team directly.

Call or complete the form at the Information Booth or use our Community Group Contact Form. Once we have your information, we will seek to match you with a group best suited to your needs and interests.

3 :: You can start your own group.

If you have a heart for God and a love for people, we would like to empower you to become a group leader. Some of our community group leaders have had no prior experience, so we offer a short training class to help you feel confident to lead.

4 :: You can plug into an existing ministry.

Community groups can be formed as people serve in ministry. Again, let the leadership know you are interested in a community group.

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Community Groups

A Key to Caring, A Foundation for Growth

At Parkview, we've discovered people want meaningful relationships and spiritual growth. That's why we seek to create an atmosphere of community, where people feel connected to others. Community Groups are friends committed to:

Growing in Christ-likeness
Caring for one another
Serving the Body of Christ
Sharing the message of Christ with others

To learn how you can get connected in a community group, use our Contact Form.

What kind of groups are there?

Men's or Women's Groups
A small group of men or women who meet regularly for support, Bible study, prayer and outreach. Many of these groups are formed from connections you make as you attend men's or women's ministry functions. Get involved in a men's or women's ministry and let the leadership know you wish to get involved in a community group.

Home Groups
Small groups for men and women that meet for prayer, support, caring, and study of the Bible. Many groups have found that they enjoy sermon-based questions based on the Sunday message.

Support Groups
Throughout the school year we offer Divorce Care and Senior Care (adults caring for parents). Other groups may be offered based on need including Cancer Care and Grief Share.

Middle-Sized Groups
These are larger groups (20-40) that meet on Sunday morning. They are also known as "Adult Bible Fellowships" (ABFs). You can learn more about these groups here.