At King's Arms we are always working towards building family with each other and one way we do this is through groups. Our groups run on a 6-month cycle and open for sign-up twice a year, during spring and autumn. We also have a few groups that are open all year round, such as our Belong group for newcomers.
If you have any questions regarding Groups please contact the team at: groups@kingsarms.org
Groups you can attend at King's Arms
Belong
MONDAY EVENINGS
Belong is for people who are new to the King’s Arms and for those who feel like they want to grow with God and connect into the Church family. Belong is a great place to come and build new friendships, to dig deeper into the culture of our Church and feel equipped to live that out with Jesus in their day to day lives and as part of the Kings Arms family.
Led by: Louise Saunders & Team
Alpha
VARIOUS TUESDAY EVENINGS
VISIT THE ALPHA PAGE TO SIGN UP:
kingsarms.org/alpha
Alpha is a superb short course allowing opportunity for people to explore the claims of Jesus. It’s especially good for people not part of a church interested in asking questions, listening to others and discussing the meaning of life.
OUR NEXT COURSE STARTS on Tues 3rd Oct.
Led by Steve Wilson & Isabel Turner
Beta
VARIOUS TUESDAY EVENINGS
VISIT THE BETA PAGE TO SIGN UP:
kingsarms.org/beta
Beta is about building a strong foundation of faith, and learning to be a disciple of Jesus.
Our Beta course follows our Alpha course and is a great opportunity to explore your faith further. Christian faith works best in community and it’s great to grow in our understanding together.
OUR NEXT COURSE STARTS: Tue, 10th October.
Led by Steve Wilson
Azalea: Praying for & supporting those in situations of sex trafficking
WEDNESDAY EVENING MONTHLY
A group for men and women to pray for and support local individuals in situations of sex trafficking. We are partnering with the charity Azalea (https://www.azalea.org.uk/) to seek God’s heart for this issue and to work towards starting a project in Bedford. There will be the opportunity to attend training for frontline volunteering in the future. We meet monthly on a Wednesday evening to pray but have additional times and opportunities too. Sign-up here or email groups@kingsarms.org if you are interested in connecting.
Led by: Kate Southey, Jenny Howells
Beauty for Ashes
WEDNESDAYS, MONTHLY
SIGN UP WILL OPEN AGAIN FEB 2024
Beauty for Ashes brings Hope to the Hopeless. This is a group for women to be empowered with the truth of Father God love towards them. Enabling them to receive truth about their identity, receive inner healing, restoration and transformation : allowing them to walk in freedom and their purpose”. Attending the church services and our group work with the women at Yarl’s Wood immigration centre has been put on hold until further notice
Led by: Samantha Roach
Bedford Parkrun
SATURDAY MORNINGS
Physical exercise helps us keep fit, make friends and kick starts our weekend! Join our group that has a friendly and supportive atmosphere. Our aim is to use ParkRun Bedford to reach the active community of our town. We want to encourage, support and lift each other up whilst out on the course or in the coffee shop afterwards!
Led by: Janita Barber, Cheryl Tiddeman & Peter Webb
Blunham Prayer
THURSDAYS, FORTNIGHTLY
This group is for anyone in and around Blunham and is based in our new church building on the High Street.
We meet to encourage one another, and to pray into all that God has in store for us as a new church location. If you see yourself as a member of the new congregation in Blunham, are simply interested in the new site or live nearby and want to connect with people, you are very welcome to join us!
Led by: John & Kat Wright and Catherine Kilvert
Bozica, Doreen, Liz & Sharen
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS
Keeping Jesus at the centre of our lives, we endeavour to grow a family of believers who support each other through the every day ups and downs of life.
Led by Bozica Horvat, Liz Lines, Doreen Davis & Sharen Bryce
Called to Influence
WEDNESDAYS WEEKLY
We are all called to ‘Go make disciples’ to bring Kingdom influence wherever God has positioned us. This practical course provides an opportunity to journey with others as you learn how to live out your faith daily, to recognise the many kingdom opportunities to seek, love, serve and transform. It explores where God has called you, who you are to influence as a Kingdom Ambassador and how to bring transformation covertly and overtly.
Cost of Course: £15 for the workbook, which accompanies the training.
Further details: www.calledtoinfluence.com/grouptraining
Led by: Karen Kircher
Clapham Breakfast
SATURDAY MORNINGS MONTHLY
Group for women living in Clapham. Time to connect, share life and pray, inviting friends and neighbours in Clapham to come along and build friendships over Saturday morning breakfast.
Led by: Meryl Newsom
Connecting the Dots
SATURDAY MORNINGS MONTHLY
Join us as we connect with God, His Word and each other!
Our primary platform for engaging with the Word of God is the YouVersion Bible app which offers various reading plans through which we interact with and learn from one another, by sharing personal insights. We combine the power of scripture, thoughtful discussions and supportive relationships, and meet monthly, for fellowship, prayer and mutual encouragement.
Led By: Flo Aderoju
Connecting with God through Movement
VARIOUS WEEKEND SESSIONS
A group for anyone who would like to express their worship to God through dance and movement- open to all abilities. There will be opportunities to try out different ways of using movement in prayer, to respond to scripture and to have space to worship God freely together.
Led by: Jenny Howells
ConneXions
MONDAY MORNINGS
We are three retired ladies, meeting most weeks in the coffee shop, mainly to encourage each other. We discuss anything and everything over a coffee, and give ourselves time, often following with praise and prayer in another room. We would welcome any ladies who would wish to join us.
Led by: Hilda Dugiud
Daughters of Zion: Women’s Bible Study
WEEKLY FRIDAY EVENINGS
We will be looking at scripture on a deeper level, verse by verse.
We will go on a journey, to learn about the nature of GOD and discover our identity through Him; so, we can not only ‘hear’ His Word, but also apply it to our lives.
The vision of this group is to; ‘know the love of CHRIST that surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of GOD” (Ephesians 3:19)
Led By: Anita Lal
David’s Cave – Men’s Group
RETURNING IN FEB 2024
For more info please email groups@kingsarms.org
As a man, do you feel that your life is a fight? When was the last time you really spoke to God?
When was the last time you had a real conversation? Do you want to carry yourself as a Son of the Father?
Come and walk with a group of men who’ll have your back, authentically encourage you through life’s best and the worst bits. David’s Cave is a year-long journey that you do not want to miss.
Led by: Phil Cox, Rob Wainwright & Team
Deborah’s Tent – Women’s Group
MONDAY EVENINGS ZOOM & IN-PERSON
We are a group of women learning who we are in Christ – studying women of the Bible via Zoom & guest speakers at monthly meet-ups. We laugh & cry together, build community, challenge & explore his Word. Like Deborah (Judges 5), we embrace the call of God on our lives.
Led by: Michelle Telling & Team
Disciple Makers Training (Online)
TUESDAY EVENINGS ONLINE
Jesus told his followers to pray earnestly for workers to enter the harvest. But are we willing and trained? Join Simon to learn how to become a follower of Jesus who naturally multiply and sees those around them do the same. There’s loads of interactivity, biblical principles and creative methods included throughout so come prepared to roll your sleeves up and learn together how to become a multiplying disciple-maker.
Led by: Simon Holley
Exploring Contemplative Paths
THURSDAYS, FORTNIGHTLY
Need more peace? More hope? Joy? More love for yourself and the people around you? How can we access and nurture such tangible gifts? Together we’ll search, uncover and explore some of the well-worn but long forgotten pathways of stillness, silence and meditation. Please note: This group is more about practice than chat.
Led by: Tim Davies, John & Kerry Cooper
Faith-filled Teachers
THURSDAYS MONTHLY
A group for school teachers or anyone that works in a school. We will meet monthly to foster community, share encouraging testimonies, and pray for each other and the schools we work in.
Led by: Liezari Grobler
Fathers and Husbands
TUESDAY EVENINGS, FORTNIGHTLY
Training and equipping men to build sustainable family life with kingdom values while having authentic relationships with other men.
Led by: Brian Burke & Deepak Masih
Free for Purpose – Women’s Group
TUESDAYS FORTNIGHTLY
This group will help you focus forward and be enabled to run into all God has for you. Our past can hinder us from going forward but through interactive sessions covering topics such as Purpose, Identity and forgiveness, we will have the opportunity to reflect on and build our relationship with God.
Led by: Yvonne Mambo & Helen Chignell
Friday Morning Prayer
FRIDAY MORNINGS, 7:30AM
We meet on zoom to pray for specific situations, healing, relationships and circumstances near and far. It is also a great way of getting to know each other. Head off to work when you need, or stay longer and chat!
Led by: James & Rebecca Darnton
Friday Night Meeting
FRIDAY EVENINGS
FNM (Friday Night Meeting) is a place for good food and good news. Our weekly outreach meal to those lonely, homeless and vulnerably housed, providing community and making Jesus known to our guests. A fortnightly commitment is suggested.
Led by: Emma Johnson & Team
Great Denham & Beyond
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS, TWICE MONTHLY
Join us for fellowship and food as we focus together on God’s word and pray for each other and our community. Meeting in a home in Great Denham.
Led by: Roger & Joy Gadsden
Growing in Grace – Women’s group
TUESDAY MORNINGS FORTNIGHLY
A group for older ladies, either retired or with a spare morning. We will meet over coffee, study the bible and pray, and encourage each other as we grow in the grace of God.
Led by: Nessa Amos
Ignite: Alpha & Beta Team
TUESDAY EVENINGS
For those looking to serve on this term’s King’s Arms Alpha & Beta teams. We seek to ignite a passion for Jesus in those eager to explore Christianity and grow in their relationship with God through these courses. If you’re passionate about seeing people come to know Jesus and build community together then come and join our team on this exciting adventure.
Leader: Steve Wilson & Isabel Turner
Inside Out
MONDAYS, BEDFORD PRISON
Our vision is to follow Jesus’ example in reaching out to people that society might overlook, forget about, or even avoid. Our group commit to support and pray for those inside prison, and for ex-offenders rebuilding their lives when they come out.
Sign up is through application because of the nature of the group, and security checks will have to be made for visiting prison. Speak to Mike and Ali or email groups@kingsarms.org
FOR MORE INFO SEE:
kingsarms.org/insideout
Led by Mike & Ali Green
Jigsaw & Lunch
FORTNIGHTLY, THURSDAYS
Do you love jigsaws, swapping testimonies, chatting or just listening?
Are you between jobs or retired or just looking for company?
This will be flexible time on alternate Thursdays; we’ll be puzzling from 10-3. Come for an hour or stay for lunch.
Led by: Gillian Mather
John & Liz Wilthew
WEDNESDAYS FORTNIGHTLY
Sign up CLOSED due to being at capacity
Encouraging mutual support through prayer and practical help. The evenings would include some group Bible study, and maybe food! Meeting in a home in Clapham.
Led by: John & Liz Wilthew
JoshGen Community Group – Joel & Abi
WEEKLY WEDNESDAYS
JoshGen community groups are for those in their twenties who are looking for a small group setting to get to know other young adults.
This community group meets on a Wednesday evening in the Castle Road area.
We meet together to have fun, connect, study a bible passage together, pray and food is always welcome.
Led by: Joel & Abi Payne
JoshGen Community Groups – Tom & Rebekah
THURSDAYS WEEKLY
JoshGen community groups are for those in their twenties who are looking for a small group setting to get to know other young adults.
This community group meets on a Thursday evening in Shortstown.
We meet together to have fun, connect, study a bible passage together, pray and food is always welcome
Led by: Tom & Rebekah Watkiss
JoshGen Termly Gatherings
FRIDAYS, TERMLY
JoshGen Gatherings are our larger termly gatherings for those aged between 18-35 who are looking to connect with other young adults, eat together, worship God and hear great teachings and discussions. We will be focussed on hearing stories of what God is doing, presence centred worship, teaching and times of prayer and ministry. If you would like to meet more regularly in a smaller community group context please sign up for the JoshGen community groups.
Led by: Charlene & Dan Frammingham
KA Blunham’s Little Kingdom
WEEKLY FRIDAY MORNINGS
COMING SOON (sign up here to register interest)
A playgroup for parents/carers and their under 5s to enjoy a safe place to play & relax, meet others and enjoy a hot drink, all in a welcoming and supportive environment at KA’s Blunham Building.
Led by: Catherine Kilvert
KA Tabletop Games
THURSDAYS, FORTNIGHTLY
Board games are a great way to connect with friends and to meet new people. Whether you are an experienced player or it’s all new to you, everyone is welcome. We play a wide variety of games from loud group games to deep strategy and everything in between.
Led by Mark Sweet, Dom Spratt & Craig Harper
Kempston Community Group
SIGN UP IS CLOSED. Being a loving community that inspires ones another to live God’s mandate through loving his word and seeing lives transformed.
Ladies Nibble & Natter
MONDAYS, MONTHLY
A group for ladies who love to dine out whilst chatting, praying, and supporting each other through life! We meet once a month at various restaurants in and around Bedfordshire.
Led by: Izzy Watson
Lauren & Jess’ Life Group
MONDAYS FORTNIGHTLY
Gathering fortnightly to laugh together, connect and encourage one another’s faith. Building a deeper friendship with God and each other.
Please note this is NOT a King’s Kids/Youth group.
Led by: Lauren Wilthew, Jess Fordham
Living through illness
THURSDAYS MONTHLY ONLINE
Honesty, hope, healing. In this open support group for people living with illness or its effects, we can express ourselves honestly about our experiences. We listen, encourage and pray for each other: there may be pain in the night, but we look for joy in the morning. Every first Thursday of the month.
Led by: Pete & Liz Barras
Love & Marriage
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS, WEEKLY
No matter where you are in marriage, just starting out or years under your belt, our aim is to equip you with practical biblical principles to experience more joy and deeper partnership with your spouse.
We would like marriages to achieve not only success but deep fulfilment. This is a 10 week course with supporting materials from ‘Four Laws of Love’ by Jimmy Evans.
Led by: Deepak & Neelam Masih
Love Cranfield
WEEKLY WEDNESDAYS
To love our Cranfield Community and the local University by sharing the good news of Jesus through prayer and Disciple Makers Bible Study. It involves sharing a meal together, with opportunities to invite our friends, neighbours, and students. A group intent on being Jesus’s local heartbeat through love, encouragement, and stories of his goodness!
Led By: Peter & Justine Webb; Andy & Krystle Singh
MOSAIC BELIEVER
VARIOUS FRIDAY EVENINGS & SUNDAY AFTERNOONS
We see ourselves as kingdom citizens and responsible ambassadors for Christ, who are committed to the Kingdom of God and its expansion and are committed to push the agenda of the Kingdom and transform our town. We meet across homes and at King’s House.
Led by: Melchizedek Penacerrada, Glenn Nava
Movie Club
VARIOUS FOR FILM SHOWINGS
If you love watching movies and would like to spend time with a friendly bunch of people, then this is the group for you. This autumn term we have a number of things lined up for you to choose from, which includes going out to the cinema, staying indoors for cosy at-home movie nights, watching Bedford Firework Display, various social get togethers’, and the Movie Group Christmas meal. Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is to sign-up below and enjoy being part of the group over the next term
Led by: Jon Scruby
Playdates
FRIDAY MORNINGS
Taking care of young children is both a privilege and a challenge, but it’s much harder to do it alone. Playdates is a space for you to share the ups and downs and meet some supportive friends for you, and playmates for your little ones . Come and hang out with us on a Friday morning; we’ll be meeting at King’s House and other child friendly locations. Term time only.
Led by: Annie Heath
Playhouse
WEDNESDAY MORNINGS
SIGN UP VIA PLAYHOUSE PAGE: kingsarms.org/playhouse
Playhouse is an inclusive community playgroup at King’s House where we seek to build friendships and support parents and carers with their children in a fun and engaging environment. If you are taking care of children under 5, come and enjoy time together, toys and a craft in our relaxed and supportive group.
Leaders: Abbie Prosser
Playhouse Team
WEDNESDAY MORNINGS
Playhouse is a playgroup that has served 100’s of families in the local community providing a place that’s caring, safe, fun and Christ centered. If you have time to give and would like to be part of the team (we especially need some from the older generations to read stories, do craft, etc.) then sign up and get involved. A DBS check may be required.
Led by: Abbie Prosser
Praying for our Children
MONTHLY MONDAY EVENINGS
God loves it when we pray what is on our heart, and he loves our children even more than we do. This group is dedicated to praying for children; to cover them in prayer and intercede on their behalf.
Each evening will be based on a topic which we can be praying into for the future generations; some include: salvation, identity, relationships and futures. As well as this, each evening will have an area where you can journal prayers you have for children. All welcome! Come expectant for our prayers to move mountains!
Led by: Carrie Tuffin
Problems facing a Spirit-filled Church: Exploring Paul’s letters to the Corinthians
TUESDAYS ONLINE
The fact that church is alive in the Spirit doesn’t mean it will be problem-fee, indeed the opposite can be true! Join us to explore heavenly wisdom for practical church problems from 1 and 2 Corinthians. This is a group for those who want to study the Bible in depth. We are a friendly bunch; we have an active WhatsApp group and always spend time in each meeting to share and pray as well as to look at a Bible passage. You’re very welcome to join us!
Led by Andrew Clark
Prophets in 2 Kings
MONDAYS, FORTNIGHLY ONLINE
Join us on Zoom as we now study the prophets mentioned in the books of 1st and 2nd Kings, how they impacted the two kingdoms, and what we can learn about this for our own lives
Led by: Alan & Lindy Rootsey
PRAYER – Monday Morning Prayer Group
God loves to move in response to our prayers. This is an opportunity to gather online and start the week seeking God together.
Led by: Katy Ryland
PRAYER – Wednesday Evening Prayer Group
Join us each Wednesday evening on zoom as we pray together for specific situations, our Church and for the world.
Led by Mark & Claire Sweet
Still I Rise Legacy
WEDNESDAY EVERY 3 WEEKS
Still I Rise Legacy is a gathering for previous course participants to continue to grow in community. The Legacy is a defiantly undefined space that encourages us to live unapologetically, celebrating creation in all its splendour. We’re a collaborative group that champions courage, belonging and belly laughs within the confines of our Father’s love. Join us on the continued adventure.
Led By: Janina Taylor and Danica Shaw
Table For Six
SATURDAY EVENING, MONTHLY
Table For Six is a group for anyone who wants to get to know more people in the church, whether you’re old or young, new to the church or been part of it for a longer time, single or couples. We gather monthly for a meal in different groups of six. We look forward to meeting and eating with you!
Led by: Cheryl and Edmund Tiddeman
The Well – Afternoon Tea
MONDAY AFTERNOON, MONTHLY
A monthly afternoon tea for over 65s
We are a community of people who enjoy afternoon tea and good company and chat. Anyone is welcome. You can bring friends neighbours or family. We will share the love of Jesus and would love to pray with all who want us to. Come and join us
Led by: Wendy Miller
Vicky and Damion
SIGN UP CURRENTLY CLOSED
We want to love God and love people. We will be pushing in for deep connection with each other whilst learning more of what it is to apprentice to Jesus and dig deep into God’s word.
Led by: Vicky & Damion Miller
Walk through the Bible: NEW Testament LIVE event
SATURDAY 25th NOVEMBER, 10-4:30
Walk Through The Bible is the worlds largest team of bible teachers. Wayne Hughes has been part of their teaching team for many years, and is part of the King’s Arms Church community.
The Bible has a wonderfully rich, life-changing message. We aim to help people by Bringing the Bible to life through our unique, fun, live events.
Experiencing the Big Picture of the Bible will help you make sense of the storyline and encourage you to keep digging deeper into God’s Word.
Walkie Talkies!
VARIOUS WEEKEND TIMES
UNIVERSITY LOCATION GROUP
I love walking and talking! This group will join these two wonderful things together, as we embrace the great outdoors and hang out together. Open to all women at the University location, plus dogs are welcome too, of course! Let’s have some fun, get to know each other more and coffee may feature too!
Led by: Johanna Rexworthy
What’s in your Survival Kit
WEDNESDAYS (3 per MONTH)
What’s in your survival kit?
This group will be exploring the tools Christians need in their ‘survival kit’ in order to grow and stay connected with God in a challenging world.
Led by: Peter & Lisa Rattu
Women’s Online Discovery Bible Study
WEDNESDAYS WEEKLY
We meet weekly on zoom as women to do a study the bible together using the Discover Bible Study model.
Led by: Golda Bruce
Wootton and beyond (Thursdays)
THURSDAY EVENINGS, FORTNIGHTLY
SIGN UP CURRENTLY CLOSED
A group focused on doing life together, building community and keeping Jesus at the centre. These evening groups will be focusing on bible studies and worship/fellowship. You can join one Wootton group or both.
Led by Phill & Gemma Kempsell
Wootton and Beyond Community Group
VARIOUS DAYS AND LOCATIONS
A group focused on doing life together, building community and keeping Jesus at the centre. This community group will be overseen by us but we will not be leading it as such. We will encourage you to organise socials/invite people for lunch and create opportunities for connection and building friendships with adults and children alike. Come and join the chaos! You can join one Wootton group or both.
Led by: Carrie & Adam Tuffin
Worthy is the Lamb!
WEEKLY WEDNESDAYS ONLINE
Worthy is the Lamb! Getting to know Jesus better through his titles in the Bible
This new course is designed to help us to come into a fuller appreciation of the endless riches which are in Christ. We will consider all the major titles of Christ in the New Testament, plus a few from the Old Testament.
For each we will consider its meaning and significance when it was first given. We will then discuss how this title should encourage us to pray better, to worship better, and to witness better. In addition we will also share prayer requests and pray for one another each week.
Led by: Andrew Clark