small groups

Bring your questions.
Find your people.
Grow in faith.

2026-27 · Beginning in September

Nine groups, three ways in-and room to join more than one.

Explore the groups below, find a time that works for you, and contact a group leader to learn more.

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St. Barnabas Church · Greenwich

2026-27 Beginning in September

small groups

Bring your questions. Find your people. Grow in faith.
Nine groups, three ways in-and room to join more than one.

Explore the groups See the schedule Ask about a group

be real

No prior knowledge needed. Come with your questions, join a conversation, and take your time.

Contemporary Seekers

Come as you are, where you are, outside church.

A monthly conversation about seeking faith in contemporary life and the big questions we carry about it. We explore Scripture, books, and articles in a casual setting. No affiliation to St. Barnabas required. All are welcome to attend regardless of denomination or religious belief. Doubts and curiosities are encouraged.

Meets October 14, November 11, December 9, January 13, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2
Ask Phoebe about Contemporary Seekers
When
Monthly Wednesdays, 5pm · 60 minutesBegins October 14
Where
Greenwich Library Café, lower level
Led by
The Rev. Phoebe Oler
Ask
Drop in, no commitment

Queer Bible Study

For queer people and those who love them.

Read Hearts Ablaze: Parables for the Queer Soul by Rolf Nolasco, roughly a chapter each session, each one taking up a parable of Jesus through a queer lens. No affiliation to St. Barnabas required. All are welcome to attend regardless of denomination or religious belief. Questions, doubts, and curiosities are encouraged.

Meets October 14, November 11, December 9, January 13, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2
Ask Phoebe about Queer Bible Study
When
Monthly Wednesdays, 6pm · 60 minutesBegins October 14
Where
Greenwich Library Café, lower level
Led by
The Rev. Phoebe Oler
Ask
Drop in, no commitment

Sunday Seekers

Somewhere to put the big questions, over Sunday coffee.

Gather after the 10am service for a passage, an article, or a chapter and an unhurried conversation. Longtime parishioners and first-time visitors sit in the same circle.

Ask Phoebe about Sunday Seekers
When
Monthly, after the 10am Sunday service · 30-45 minutesNext meeting October 11
Where
St. Barnabas
Led by
The Rev. Phoebe Oler
Ask
Drop in, no commitment

meet god

Space for adults, teens, and parents to encounter God through Scripture, prayer, and life together.

Alpha

For those longing to know God, not just know about God.

Eight dinner conversations for people who love the church and want to explore a personal relationship with the God of Jesus Christ. A Saturday morning retreat on the Holy Spirit is at the heart of the experience.

More about this Alpha

Alpha is often described as a course for people outside church. This year, we are making room for those already within it: people who value parish life and want space to ask what it means to know God personally. The retreat comes partway through, with time before it to prepare and time afterward to explore what follows.

Two Alpha groups are planned. Ask Justin about current availability.
Ask Justin about Alpha
When
Eight sessions across the year, plus a Saturday morning retreatDates and times to be announced
Where
The Rectory
Led by
The Rev. Justin Crisp
Ask
Commit to eight sessions and the retreat

Teens · Grade 8 and up

Teen Bible Study

Real questions, Scripture, prayer, and company.

Bring the real questions facing teenagers to God in Scripture, prayer, and company. Especially for students already confirmed, with lunch together each month.

Ask Phoebe about Teen Bible Study
When
Monthly Sundays, 11:15am-12:30pmAsk Phoebe for the monthly dates
Where
St. Barnabas
Led by
The Rev. Phoebe Oler
Good to know
Lunch provided
Ask
Commit to most sessions

For parents of teenagers

Parent-Teen Bible Study

Give the conversation somewhere to go at home.

A group for parents, especially those whose teens attend Teen Bible Study. Explore the same Scripture passages through the lens of raising teenagers, for one hour each month.

Ask Phoebe about the parents' group
When
Monthly · 1 hourDay and time to be announced
Where
Zoom or in personFormat and location to be confirmed
Led by
The Rev. Phoebe Oler
Ask
Drop in, no commitment

follow jesus

Practices that sustain faith for the long haul: time with the Bible, the story of the church, and preparation for Confirmation.

Thursday Bible Study

Scripture and coffee before the day begins.

Read along with For Better, For Verse, the podcast Justin and Jewelle record. Listen beforehand or arrive ready to catch up in the room.

Ask Justin about Thursday Bible Study
When
Every other Thursday, 8am
Begins September 17, 2026
Where
Coffee For Good, Greenwich
Led by
The Rev. Justin Crisp
Ask
Drop in, no commitment

The Sunday Seminar

For explorers of theology and history who love to learn and teach.

Meet between the Sunday services to explore how the Gospel came to England and the Anglican history and theology we have inherited. Members take turns preparing and leading the conversation.

What participation looks like

You are not expected every week. Consider choosing a topic within the autumn theme, preparing one session, and teaching the rest of the group.

Ask Justin about the Sunday Seminar
When
Weekly Sundays, 9am
Begins September 13, 2026
Where
St. Barnabas
Led by
The Rev. Justin Crisp and Susan Jackson
Ask
Drop in, consider leading one session of your own

Teens · Grades 7-9

Confirmation Class

Take the next step in a life of faith.

Prepare for the sacramental rite of Confirmation, building on what students already know from Youth Church. Meet monthly through the year, with lunch.

Ask Phoebe about Confirmation
When
Monthly Sundays, 11:15am-12:30pmAsk Phoebe for the monthly dates
Where
St. Barnabas
Led by
The Rev. Phoebe Oler
Good to know
Lunch provided
Ask
Commit to most sessions

when they meet

Find a rhythm that fits your week. Contact the group leader for specific monthly dates and any schedule changes.

Sundays

Wednesdays

Thursdays

Dates to come

  • AlphaEight sessions and one Saturday morning retreat · The Rectory
  • Parent-Teen Bible StudyMonthly · Day, time, and meeting format to be announced

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