SMALL GROUPS + CLASSES
Grow. Connect. Belong.
Small groups are a big part of life at Padre Island Baptist Church. Whether you’re looking for Bible study, prayer, fellowship, or community, there’s a group for you. You’re welcome to join any group—no long-term commitment required.
GROW, GATHER, GO DEEPER
Sunday Groups
The best ministry happens when people walk closely together. In a genuine community, encouraging one another,
and growing deeper in Christ.
Bequillard Group
When:
Sunday 9:15 AM
Where:
PIBC Upstairs Youth Room
Contact:
Dan Bequillard
423-721-7048
Bqx6@hotmail.com
Truth-seekers
When:
Sunday 9:15 AM
Where:
PIBC Children’s Area Classroom
Contact:
Tom & Rosa Hans
361-249-7496/361-249-7991
Thomas.f.hans@gmail.com
rosamedinahans@gmail.com
Deep Water Disciples
Working Adult Couples or Empty-nesters or w/ Older Children
When: Sunday 6-8 PM
Where: Various Homes on the Island
Contact:
Thom & Anne Harrison
256-441-0715
The Way
When:
Sunday 9:15 AM
Where:
PIBC Office Conference Room
Leader:
Tom Porter 361-371-9146
Portertom334@gmail.com
Co-leader:
Howard Jones
405-535-3741
HLKranch@gmail.com
Reynolds Group
When:
Sunday 9:00 AM
Where:
PIBC The Cove
Leaders:
Jim & Marie Reynolds
419-306-5674/419-358-1172
Jandmreynolds2@hotmail.com
Co-leaders:
Larry & Barbara Surginer
361-290-5818/361-290-8300
L.surginer@hotmail.com
John 3:16 Tribe
When:
Wednesday 6:45 PM
Where:
Wright Home
Contact:
Jim & Vicky Wright
361-688-4392
Jwright058@msn.com
Wednesday Night Groups
Wednesday nights coordinate with the children's class, so there is child care.
Forever Families
Families with Younger Children
Study led by Pastor Thom
When:
Wednesday 6:30 PM
Where:
PIBC Sanctuary
Contact:
Spencer or Rebecca Weber
619-549-4041
beccahweber@gmail.com
Co-leaders:
Clark & Hilary Smith
361-332-1155
Ctsmith44@gmail.com
Fisher of Friends
When:
Wednesday 6:45 PM
Where:
Tumlinson Home
Contact:
Bryan & Brenda Tumlinson
361-290-0761
361-290-0214
brenda@btphoto.com
Corpus Christians
When:
Wednesday 6:45 PM
Where:
Anderson Home
Contact:
Tim & Julie Anderson
361-533-6052
361-765-6384
ccandersons@yahoo.com
Co-leaders:
Jack & Marie Sullivan
361-429-6390
408-425-2055
Roxiehope2016@gmail.com
Wednesday Night Prayer
When:
Wednesday 6:30 PM
Where:
Left room in the Children’s wing
Contact:
Mark Ryberg
847-875-6090
marklyd@msn.com
Other Mid-Week Groups
Coffee Grounds Men’s Group Monday Mornings
Location: Fellowship Hall
Time: 9:00 AM
Contact: David Pierce
Tuesday Evening Ladies Bible Study
Location: PIBC Fellowship Hall
Time: 6:30–8:00 PM
Contact: Anne Harrison
256-441-0715
Tuesday Morning Women of Worth
Location: Fellowship Hall
Time: 9:00 AM
Leader: Barbara Surginer
361-290-8300
Bsurginer@hotmail.com
Thursday Evening
Men’s Group
Location: Ryberg Home
Time: 7:00 PM
Leader: Mark Ryberg
847-875-6090
marklyd@msn.com
Wild Men Outdoor Bible Study
Location: Flour Bluff
Time: Mondays 6:00 PM
Leader: Dave Allen
Other Groups
Coffee Grounds
When: Once a month at 8:00 AM
Check the Upcoming Events to see when the next one is
GriefShare Group
When: Thursday Mornings at 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Location: PIBC in The Cove.
What is GriefShare Support Group?
Attending a GriefShare group will help you find understanding, guidance, relief, and a safe place to navigate the challenges of grief. GriefShare is open to men and women.
Since grief has no time limit, anyone at any stage of their grief is welcome to participate.
Contact:
Lore Heavilin
865-548-5535
Crafty Quilters
When: Fridays at 9:00 am
Location: Fellowship Hall
Contact:
Rosa Hans
361-249-7991
30 Days to Understanding the Bible
When: Every Fall and Spring for 6 weeks
Contact:
Lore Heavilin
865-548-5535
