Small Group Fellowships (SGFs) are opportunities to gather in more intimate settings for the purpose of fellowship, encouragement, and accountability. Most SGFs meet in homes, meet twice a month, and are co-hosted by multiple couples or individuals. The main emphasis of study in the groups will be discussing the previous week's sermon. SGFs meet for 10 months (August to May) and break for the summer. Every August people have the opportunity to change SGFs if they desire.

The groups are listed below in order by the day of the week they will meet. See the map at the bottom showing the locations where SGFs meet. Some groups meet in multiple locations. 

For general questions about SGF's, see the FAQ's below. If you have questions about a particular SGF or would like to give one a try, contact Pastor Jared (jared@faithcanton.com)

Mizener/Tate

When: 2nd and 4th Sundays from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Where: 10136 McCallum Ave NE Alliance, OH 44691

This small group fellowship is hosted by  Aaron & Rachel Mizener and Tim & Tonya Tate.

What to expect: a typical gathering will include a meal together, singing, prayer, and sermon review. At times, there will be occasional activities and service projects. This group is open to anyone and would love to have a wide range of ages.

Ideal size is 6 adults

Contact: Tim Tate (727-743-3832)

Harris/Miller

When: 1st & 3rd Sundays from 5:30 PM to 8 PM
Where: 10413 Newbury Ave, Uniontown, OH 44685
or 612 18th St NW, Canton, OH 44703

This small group fellowship is hosted by Levi & Alaina Harris and Geoff & Mindy Miller.

What to expect: A typical gathering will include food (sometimes a meal, sometimes a snack), singing, prayer, and sermon review. The plan would be to meet outside when the weather is nice (perhaps even some cookouts) and to have occasional times of service together as a group.

This SGF is child-friendly--this group is open to anyone and would love to have a wide range of ages.
Ideal size is 10 adults

Contact: Geoff Miller 330-805-0303

Schmucker/Zornes

When: 2nd Sunday at 12 PM and 4th Monday at 6:30 PM
Where: 351 Lakecrest St NW, Canton, OH 44709
or 6655 Firestone Rd NE, Canton, OH 44721

This small group fellowship is hosted by  Carl & Linnea Schmucker and Trace & Anne Zornes.

What to expect: a typical Sunday gathering will be at the Zornes and include a meal together (main dish provided), fellowship, sermon review, and prayer. A typical Monday meeting will be at the Church and include snacks, fellowship, sermon review, and prayer. On occasion, the group will serve together at the Outreach Dinner.

Ideal size is 16 adults

Contact: Trace Zornes (330-313-0300)

Smith/Weimer

When: 2nd & 4th Mondays from 6 PM to 8 PM
Where: 6655 Firestone Rd NE, Canton, OH 44721

This small group fellowship is hosted by  Bruce & Lil Smith and Mark & Jeannine Weimer.

What to expect: a typical gathering will include a meal together (main dish provided), fellowship, study, and prayer.

Ideal size is 22 adults

Contact: Bruce Smith (330-999-1414)

Baughman/Thompson

When: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays  from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Where:  1417 Kristen Cir NE, Mogodore, OH 44260

This small group fellowship is hosted by Tom & Anita Baughman and Luke & Abbey Thompson.

What to expect: a typical gathering would include a shared meal & fellowship, sermon review, prayer, and encouragement. There will be occasional times of worship and singing together. Children will be encouraged to participate during Bible study time.

This SGF is child-friendly
Ideal size is 8 adults and 8 additional children

Contact: Abbey Thompson (330-224-8935)

Russ/Van Horn

When: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays from 6:30 PM to 8 PM
Where: 6655 Firestone Rd NE, Canton, OH 44721

This small group fellowship is hosted by  Ray & Beth Russ and Aaron Van Horn.

What to expect: a typical gathering includes a time of prayer requests, prayer, fellowship, and sermon review

Ideal size is 30 adults

Contact: Ray Russ (330-705-7055)

Branch/Woodruff

When: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays from 6:30 PM to 8 PM
Where: 6651 Windgate Ave NE, Canton, OH 44721

This small group fellowship is hosted by Josh & Kim Branch and Josh & Kim Woodruff.

What to expect: a typical gathering will include snacks, fellowship, times of prayer, and sermon review. There will also be occasional activities and service projects outside of the normal meetings.

This SGF is child-friendly
Ideal size is 10-12 adults

Contact Josh Branch (330-323-7178)

Mizener/Woodruff

When: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays at 5:45 PM
Where: 9988 Bentgrass Ave, Hartville, OH 44632
or 225 Crestmont Ave SW, Hartville, OH 44632

This small group fellowship is hosted by  John & Karen Mizener and Jerry & Kathy Woodruff.

What to expect: a typical gathering will include meal (main dish provided), fellowship, time in the Word, and prayer. There will also be occasional activities (meals, trips, etc.).

Ideal size is 18 adults

Contact: John Mizener (330-936-8415)
Jerry Woodruff (330-206-0308)

Leggett/Norrick

When: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Where: 7774 Fiddler Court Cir NE, Canton, OH 44721

This small group fellowship is hosted by Mark & Joelie Leggett and Caleb & Lexy Norrick.

What to expect: a typical gathering will include dinner together from 5:30-6:15 PM. There will be a short break so families with children can take them to Adventure Club if they wish. We will gather together from 6:30-8:00 for fellowship, sermon review, worship, and/or prayer. We will finish by 8 so parents can pick up their children.

This SGF has limited spots for children
Ideal size is 15  adults

Contact: Caleb Norrick (330-268-0223)

Kernell/Leggett

When: 2nd, 4th & 5th Thursdays from 6 PM to 8:30 PM
Where: 4901 Middlebranch Ave NE, Canton, OH 44705
or 3176 Diamond St NE, Canton, OH 44721

This small group fellowship is hosted by Caleb & Alicia Kernell and Jacob & Angela Leggett.

What to expect: a typical gathering will include a meal together (main dish provided), a time to review the sermon together, and prayer. At times, guys and girls will split up for prayer, and there will be times of service as a group. On the fifth Thursday of the month (when applicable), the group will have a fellowship night.

Kids are welcome at this SGF
Ideal size is 14 adults

Contact: Alicia Kernell (330-704-4579)

Kernell/Linebaugh

When: 1st & 3rd Friday at 6:30 PM
Where: 1475 Treecrest Cir, Green, OH 44720

This small group fellowship is hosted by Jacob Kernell and Joe & Kathleen Linebaugh.

What to expect: a typical gathering will include fellowship, light snacks, prayer, singing, Bible teaching, and group discussion. The group also hopes to encourage meaningful relationships and opportunities to serve together.

This SGF is child-friendly
Ideal size is 15 adults

Contact: Joe Linebaugh (330-515-1800)

Maxey/Schut/Weimer

When: 1st & 3rd Saturdays from 4 PM to 6 PM
Where: 6322 Melody Rd NE, Canton, OH 44721
or 1315 College St SE, North Canton, OH 44720

This small group fellowship is hosted by  Derrick & Kirsten Maxey, Jeff & Tama Schut, and Paul & LaRissa Weimer.

What to expect: a typical gathering will include discussion around the Word, snacks, time of prayer, and fellowship. There will also be occasional activities or service projects.

This SGF is child-friendly (limited spots available)
Ideal size is 8 adults

Contact: Jeff & Tama Schut (330-323-1356 (Jeff), 330-323-4092 (Tama))

SGF Map

The map below shows the various locations where SGF meet. Some groups meet in multiple locations

SGF Frequently Asked Questions

Can I sign up for more than one SGF?
We prefer that you sign up for just one SGF. Please contact the elders with questions about exceptions.
Can I see who will be signing up for the groups?
Yes, once sign-ups go live on June 14th for members, you will be able to see who is signing up for the groups
Does the group ideal size include the hosts?
No, the number of adults listed as the ideal size does not include the hosts. It is in addition to them.
How long will SGFs last?
SGFs will run on 10-month cycles (August - May) and will break for the months of June and July. Leading up to and during the off months, both SGF hosts and attendees can re-evaluate their participation going forward. Hosts may opt not to continue as hosts. Attendees will be given the option to join a different SGF when the next round of groups start the following August.
What questions can I ask the SGF Hosts before signing up?
Feel free to ask the listed SGF host clarifying questions about the desired setup of their group regarding the study time, meals, house set up, expectations of child supervision, the length of gathering, etc. We are allowing the SGF hosts to have leeway for setting the format of their gatherings.
What if my preferred SGF is full?
We ask that you consider signing up for another group as the commitment is only for 10 months. In some circumstances we may ask an SGF host to make an exception to their limit, but we are not guaranteeing this. You never know how the Lord may use a new situation!
Will elders be attending SGFs?
While some elders are co-hosting SGFs in an official capacity, other elders may choose an "anchor" SGF, while others may focus primarily on moving through the groups for accountability and elder accessibility.
How will the elders know what is going on in the various SGFs?
We have set accountability expectations for all SGFs, including acknowledging that hosts believe a certain set of doctrinal statements from our What We Teach document that goes beyond those statements marked Essentials for Membership. Each SGF will be attended by an elder at least once, and elders will check in with SGF hosts throughout the 10 months. The elders will know what subjects/studies are being taught that are not based on weekly sermon review. Also some groups have been strategically set up to pair more seasoned hosts with less seasoned hosts.
Other Questions?
We realize that there are various situations we have not anticipated. Therefore, the answer at this point to some questions may be, "We don't know yet." We ask for grace as we all try this new format which we believe has many positives for our body. However, if you still have questions, please ask one of the elders or contact Pastor Jared and we will do our best to answer.