They worshiped together at the Temple, each day met in homes
Acts 2:46a
Connect Groups are the lifeblood of the House of Praise.
Our belief is that “We’re not a church WITH groups, but a church OF groups.”
This means most ministry through the Connect Groups.
We believe that discipleship takes place in the context of meaningful relationships. Connect Groups consist of a small group of people (less than 20) from House of Praise, that meet weekly, for 60 to 90 minutes, to grow spiritually and to connect with new friends.
Connect Groups at the House of Praise are semester based. Each semester is 8-10 weeks long. This keep helps keep the groups and the leaders fresh, while allowing you to try different groups without have a 'weird break up' talk. "You know I like you're group, I just want to check out this other one..." Lol.
Some groups are activity based such as hiking, others are traditional Bible studies but there's one right for you. There are In-Person or Online Groups. Your Choice!!
Fill out the form below for more info!
Our belief is that “We’re not a church WITH groups, but a church OF groups.”
This means most ministry through the Connect Groups.
We believe that discipleship takes place in the context of meaningful relationships. Connect Groups consist of a small group of people (less than 20) from House of Praise, that meet weekly, for 60 to 90 minutes, to grow spiritually and to connect with new friends.
Connect Groups at the House of Praise are semester based. Each semester is 8-10 weeks long. This keep helps keep the groups and the leaders fresh, while allowing you to try different groups without have a 'weird break up' talk. "You know I like you're group, I just want to check out this other one..." Lol.
Some groups are activity based such as hiking, others are traditional Bible studies but there's one right for you. There are In-Person or Online Groups. Your Choice!!
Fill out the form below for more info!



CURRENT CONNECT GROUPS
Check out all the Current Connect Group.
G1. Life After Divorce
Leader: Ken Hallock 417-763-8237
Topic: Life is not over after divorce. Let’s talk about how we can move on.
Schodack Diner
Saturday 9:00 am – 10:00 am Castleton, NY 12033
Topic: Life is not over after divorce. Let’s talk about how we can move on.
Schodack Diner
Saturday 9:00 am – 10:00 am Castleton, NY 12033
G2. Hiking Group
Leader: Katelynn Allen 518-488-9375
Topic: Hiking many of the local trails and talk about the 10 keys to spiritual breakthrough. Schodack Park
Saturday 10:00 am – 11:30 am Castleton, NY 12033
Topic: Hiking many of the local trails and talk about the 10 keys to spiritual breakthrough. Schodack Park
Saturday 10:00 am – 11:30 am Castleton, NY 12033
Y3. Behind the Scenes - Youth (ages 13-17)
Leaders: Morgan Percey & Joelle Dean 518-421-8846
Topic: Foundations Class for Kids
Kids Connection Sanctuary 1688 Route 9
Tuesday 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Castleton, NY 12033
Topic: Foundations Class for Kids
Kids Connection Sanctuary 1688 Route 9
Tuesday 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Castleton, NY 12033
M4. Fishers of Men
Leader: Darin Taber 518-965-0367
Topic: We will discuss how to disciple men and help each other. Let’s enjoy some fun outside activities (i.e. fire pit, corn hole & horseshoes.)
3821 Helga Strasse
Wednesday 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Valatie, NY 12184
Topic: We will discuss how to disciple men and help each other. Let’s enjoy some fun outside activities (i.e. fire pit, corn hole & horseshoes.)
3821 Helga Strasse
Wednesday 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Valatie, NY 12184
G5. Basketball
Leader: Aaron Westfall 518-257-0842
Topic: Basketball and discussion about our daily walk with Jesus.
Riverside Park
Saturday 8:30 am – 10:00 am Rensselaer, NY 12184
Topic: Basketball and discussion about our daily walk with Jesus.
Riverside Park
Saturday 8:30 am – 10:00 am Rensselaer, NY 12184
G6. Families in the Park
Leader: Erica Kraft 518-396-8798
Topic: Bring the Kids to Schodack Park to hear a devotional (Jesus Calling) and play at the playground, hike on the trails and have some family fun.
Schodack Park
Sunday 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm Castleton, NY 12033
Topic: Bring the Kids to Schodack Park to hear a devotional (Jesus Calling) and play at the playground, hike on the trails and have some family fun.
Schodack Park
Sunday 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm Castleton, NY 12033
G7. Practice of Prayer (FULL)
Leader: Kirsten & John Percey 518-423-9301
Topic: Workshop on developing a functional prayer life.
7 Brashear Place
Tuesday 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Castleton, NY 12033
Topic: Workshop on developing a functional prayer life.
7 Brashear Place
Tuesday 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Castleton, NY 12033
G8. Character Study on Peter
Leader: Deb Morgan 914-806-4033
Topic: Peter-from bold water-walker to denier of Jesus to powerful preacher. A character study of the disciple with the “foot-shaped mouth”.
Monday 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
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Topic: Peter-from bold water-walker to denier of Jesus to powerful preacher. A character study of the disciple with the “foot-shaped mouth”.
Monday 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
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G9. The Parables of Jesus
Leader: Pastor Bill Morgan 518-421-5290
Topic: Jesus’ teaching in parables was a fulfillment of prophesy. We will discover and apply the lessons Jesus gave to us through parables.
Wednesday 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
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Topic: Jesus’ teaching in parables was a fulfillment of prophesy. We will discover and apply the lessons Jesus gave to us through parables.
Wednesday 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
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G10. Interpreting Visions and Dreams
Leader: Barry Kierstein 617-803-9744
Topic: We’ll look at how you can interpret your visions and dreams.
Monday 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Topic: We’ll look at how you can interpret your visions and dreams.
Monday 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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W11. Book Study: You’ll Get Through This
By Max Lucado
Leader: Marge Kehrer 518-428-4083
Topic: God is there with hope and help for your turbulent times.
Thursday 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
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Topic: God is there with hope and help for your turbulent times.
Thursday 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
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What kind of Connect Group would you like?
In Person groups meet in different neighborhoods. Online groups use zoom for two-way video conversations. Our groups take place throughout the week at different times but all groups help people grow in their faith and build community.
Please use this form to find a group that's right for you. You'll be glad you did!
Please use this form to find a group that's right for you. You'll be glad you did!