Women’s Bible Study

This is a very relaxed setting of fellowship and scripture.     We discuss scriptures that apply to personal life stories.   Nothing to prepare and no homework.  Drop in when you can.  Are you new to Bible Study?  This is a safe place to jump in.  We look forward to you joining us!

When: Monday night from 7pm-8:30pm

Where: Fireplace Room at Orchard Ridge Church 

Contact: Sharon Spahar (248) 561-7761

All the Single Ladies!!

We are forming a new women’s group for those who are single, widowed or divorced. Women who may be walking through different seasons of life but need/want connection, encouragement and spiritual support. Our gatherings will include a mix of fellowship, spiritual growth and fun activities.

When:  Mondays, starting September 21 at 6:30pm-8:00pm

Where: Sue Dudgeon’s Home: 14867 Sherwood Park Dr, Shelby Twp, MI 48315

Contact: Sue Dudgeon 586 610 8318 or susan.dudgeon26@gmail.com

Cindy Jenkinsen 586 243 4244 or vz9st9@gmail.com

YOUNG ADULT Group (Ages 18-29)

Join us at Orchard Ridge Church for “Ridge”. Our group is in the exciting process of forming a close-knit community tailored for young adults like you. Connect with us and explore the journey of faith, friendship, and growth

When: Every other Monday 6:30pm -8:30pm

Where: Tim and Emily Kiester’s home:  68048 Frampton Dr. Washington, MI 48095

Contact: Skylar Ryskamp (248) 842-5076 or Pastor Levi Brock (219)765-9754

Men’s Bible Study

This season we will be walking through “Science and the Bible” like Science, History and the Bible, then we will move on to “The Reason for God” Do you have any doubts, questions and objections to Christianity? There are a lot of practical applications as well. This study will be helpful for any man that is looking to strengthen his walk with God, please join us!

When: Tuesdays, from 6:30-8:00pm

Where: Fireplace room, Orchard Ridge Church

Contact: Fred Moler: (586) 634-8707 or Pete Mills: (248) 882-4959 or Chris Hines: (586) 322-9830

Orchard Ridge Student Ministries(Grades 7-12)

Rooted Youth Student Ministries exists to provide a space where students can Know God, Find Community, Experience Freedom, and Live with Love. Each week we meet at a beautiful lake, where we spend time learning about our relationship with Christ, as well as enjoying time with one another. Through fellowship and teaching of the Word, Rooted Youth Student Ministries provides a space where students can grow with one another and our Creator. This is an incredibly fun time for your students from 7th-12th grade to get plugged in!

Where:  Lake Clubhouse, 65545 Mound Rd. Washington Twp., MI 48095

When:  Tuesday nights 6:00-8:00 PM

Contact:  Youth Director, Pastor Levi Brock (219)765-9754                    

Men’s Breakfast & Bible at Golden Toast Cafe 

We gather early every Wednesday to share breakfast and dive deeper into the Word to consider how it applies to our everyday lives.

Where: The Pantry Restaurant, 58884 Van Dyke Ave, Washington Twp., MI 48094

When: Wednesday Mornings at 6 am            

Contact: Frank Sandomierski (586) 744-9701

Ladies Bible Study

Living With Passion and Purpose (Luke) by Elizabeth George. This Gospel of Luke shows us how we can live with passion for God and with greater purpose in all we do. Jesus demonstrates how to 

-touch other lives positively for God’s kingdom

-have a true and lasting impact on those around us

– make the most of every opportunity to witness and serve

-live as God desires us to live and fellowship.

This will be a time of praise, prayer, study, and fellowship.

When:  Done until Fall!

Where: Church Fireplace Lobby

Contact: Sharon Drake-Ross (810) 444-8484

Prayer Meeting & Bible Study

Orchard Ridge Church preaches and teaches on Sunday mornings from complete books of the Bible — every chapter, every verse.  The Wednesday before each Sunday, we invite you to join our Pastors in an interactive Bible Study covering the chapter that will be presented the coming Sunday.  We will read the chapter, covering key themes, asking questions and discussing life applications.  Additionally, we slow down to pray for needs personal, local, national and global!  You’ll leave this mid-week gathering filled up for the rest of the week and READY to receive the Word on Sunday!

When:  Wednesdays at 7:00 pm

Where:  Orchard Ridge Church

Contact: Pastor Leon (586) 484-1100

Join us at 7 pm on Wednesday Nights when we gather to pray for the needs of our Church family, community, nation, and world.  Then we explore a passage in the Bible together.  It is a great time of sharing and growing our faith.

Here is our schedule:                                    

ManUP Young Men’s Group

Introducing, ManUP, this is a discipleship group for young men in 7th to 12th grade that explores what it means to be a man of God in our challenging world today. This group includes the study of Biblical manhood and learning practical life skills that are good for a man to know! We will discuss topics such as men of God in Scripture, chivalry, etiquette, and what it means to be a spiritual leader.

Join us every Friday at Pastor Levi’s home starting January 9th as we journey together in the pursuit of biblical manhood! 

When:  Fridays at 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Where:  Pastor Levi’s home:  59210 Van Dyke Ave, Washington MI 48094

Contact:  Pastor Levi Brock (219) 765-9754

Flourisher Girls Group

It’s time for girls to flourish!  Our girls are being bombarded with so much conflicting information in this world. Flourisher Group will encourage and fortify girls in the understanding of who God created them to be while developing a healthy self-image and enriching the world with competent, gracious, and effective young women who love and serve others.

This 12-week program is for middle to high school girls.

When:  Fridays at 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Where:  Fireplace Room at Orchard Ridge Church 

Contact:  Tammy Allgeier (248) 836-8806

Celebrate Recovery

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered program that helps people find freedom from hurts, habits, and hang-ups through faith, honesty, and community. We come together in a safe, nonjudgmental environment to share our struggles, learn from God’s Word, and support one another on the journey toward healing and restoration. Our goal is to help people surrender their lives to Christ, find hope, and become the people God created them to be.

When:  Thursdays 7:00pm -9:00 pm (starting late fall)

Where:   Orchard Ridge Church

Contact:  Martino Montalto:  Bethelightcr@gmail.com

Young Married Couples Life Group

Join us for a time of fellowship, encouragement, and growing together in our marriages and relationship with the Lord. We believe Christian community is an important part of our walk with Christ, and this group is an opportunity to build meaningful friendships with other couples in a similar season of life.

We’ll share life updates and prayer requests, encouraging one another and knowing we have a community of believers lifting each other up in prayer throughout the month. This group is intended for young married couples who do not yet have children.

When: Fridays, once a month from 7:00–9:00 PM

Where: 67150 Van Dyke Avenue, Washington Township, MI 48095

Contact: Hayden & Ashley Beckholt — (810) 887-8142

Life Groups

While Small Groups are primarily doing Bible study together and also sharing life,

Life Groups are primarily doing life together and also sharing about the Bible.

Study content is always based on the previous Sunday’s sermon and discussing life applications.

Announcement: A new group is forming! The first and third Monday starting in October. 

Families with children are welcome to attend. 

*If you are interested in helping or attending, please contact Tammy Allgeier (248)836-8806 or Pastor Steve (586)381-0070

Group A

Meets THURSDAY NIGHTS @ 6:30 PM, every other week

Host Home: Ed & Lisa Minhinnick, 11251 Kilarney Drive, Washington, MI  48095

Leader 1:  Ed & Gabrelle Ricketts (586)925-3756 & (586)925-3757

Leader 2: Ed & Lisa Minhinnick (586)925-3756 & (614)256-2103

Group B

Meets WEDNESDAY NIGHTS @ 6:30 PM, every other week

Host Homes: Greg & Lynn Tarr, 64427 Kildare, Washington, MI 48095

Leader 1:  Jason & Jessie Cowells (586)256-6532 & (586)838-8576

Leader 2:   Steve & Lisa Lodge (cats) (248)736-8612 & (586)337-7412

Group C (Young Married Couples-bring the kids, Singles age 30s-40s)

Meets: Please Contact Paul Durham for meeting times and dates

Host Homes: Doug and Sandy Lutkenkoff, Washington, MI 48095

Leader 1:  Paul and Dawn Durham (586)5495528

Leader 2:   Shana Gasparovich (248)513-1173