Discussion Questions for 2026-27

Discussion questions will be posted here for groups studying the Book of Ephesians and the Jerry Bridges book, The Blessing of Humility

 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

 

What’s a Growth Group?

A Growth Group is a group of usually 7 to 15 people who meet together regularly to study the Bible, discuss how it applies to their lives, personally connect through fellowship, and pray for one another.

 

 

Why should I be in one?

Biblically, every Christian is a disciple.  A disciple is a learner, a follower of Jesus Christ.  The Growth Group is our primary means of helping people grow into spiritually maturing disciples.  It’s where we can ask questions and learn from one another.  It’s where we learn how God’s Word impacts our daily lives and how we can go about making it real and personal. 

 

The Growth Group is also where we develop meaningful, supportive relationships with others.  It’s just not possible to develop close friendships when you only see one another occasionally on Sunday mornings.  Relationships take time to develop – they need regular interaction on a deeper level.  That’s what Growth Groups specialize in!

 

What are we aiming to grow in? We expect to :

– grow in our knowledge of the Bible

– grow in our love of our Savior, Jesus Christ

– grow in godliness

– grow in spiritual depth

– grow in our relationships with one another

 

When and where do they meet?

Growth Groups meet weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday evenings. The groups meet in person either at the group leaders’ homes or at the church.

 

Our groups generally meet in the evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., but we also offer a group for women that meets on Wednesday mornings. See the chart below.

 

Our Growth Groups season is from September 2026 through the middle of May 2027.

 

 

What are we studying this year?

Most of our groups will be divided into three units:

• Unit 1: In the first 11 weeks, the groups will study the New Testament book of Ephesians.
• Unit 2: Then they will study the Beatitudes in Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount in Matt. 5:3-10. They’ll use Jerry Bridges’ book, The Blessing of Humility, as their guide.
• Unit 3: Then each group will study an elective topic chosen by the group leader for the remaining 8 weeks.

We are also offering a variety of other groups. See the grid below. 

 

For young adults who are aged 18 to early 30s, we offer Bible study, prayer, fellowship, and activities in our Thrive Ministry. Learn more here.

 

If you like your group, you can feel free to stay in it from season to season. If you’d like to change your group, you can switch to an open group.

 

How do I register?

Registration opens Sunday, August 23rd. At that time you’ll find the Registration link here.

 

If you have any questions about Growth Groups, contact Pastor Ed Fedor at the church at 440-442-6470.

 

 

 

2026-2027 Groups

Registration Opens on Sunday, August 23rd. Register below.

Our Growth Groups season begins the week of September 13, 2026

 

	The format for most of the groups below: Unit 1: (11 weeks) The New Testament book of Ephesians. Unit 2: (8 weeks) The Blessing of Humility, by Jerry Bridges Unit 3: (7-8 weeks) An Elective topic chosen by the group leader. (Below)	Day	Time
Terry Hagedorn	Elective topic: Brave by Faith, by Alistair Begg	Mondays @ Cornerstone	7:00 – 9:00 pm
Matthew Modricker	Elective topic: Practicing Thankfulness: Cultivating a Grateful Heart in All Circumstances, by Sam Crabtree	Mondays @ Cornerstone	7:00 – 9:00 pm
Derek Miller	Elective topic: Triumphing Over Sinful Fear, by John Flavel	Tuesdays in Lyndhurst	7:00 – 9:00 pm
Mike Rassi	Elective topic: Comparing Christianity with World Religions: Standing Firm in the Gospel	Tuesdays @ Cornerstone	7:00 – 9:00 pm
Buster Brown	Elective topic: The Knowledge of the Holy (attributes of God), by A.W. Tozer	Tuesdays @ Cornerstone	7:00 – 9:00 pm
Armand Tiffe III	Elective topic: Great Faith, Great God: When Ordinary People Trust an Extraordinary God	Wednesdays @ Cornerstone	7:00 – 9:00 pm
Jesse Ruffin	Elective topic: Art and the Bible, by Francis A. Schaeffer	Wednesdays in North Randall	6:30 – 8:30 pm
Justin Smith	Elective topic: Dust to Dust: Aging Wisely in an Anti-Aging World, by Jen Wilkin	Wednesdays in Lyndhurst	7:00 – 9:00 pm
Kathy Bavec	Morning group for women. Elective topic: What is a Woman? by Mary Kassian	Wednesdays @ Cornerstone	9:00 – 11:15 am
	OTHER GROUPS OFFERED:
Joe Strano	The Book of Revelation (this is part 2 of this study, starting in ch. 4)	Mondays @ Cornerstone	7:00 – 9:00 pm
Scott & Bobette Hatteberg	re|engage: For married couples seeking growth in their marriage	Mondays in Chagrin Falls	7:00 – 9:00 pm
Chris & Becca Roegiers	Biblical Principles of Parenting	Tuesdays in Hiram	7:00 – 9:00 pm
Larry Carmical	Remade: Embracing Your Complete Identity in Christ, book and study guide by Paul Tautges	Wednesdays in Highland Hts.	7:00 – 9:00 pm
Steve & Doris Selle	Thrive (for ages 18 to early 30’s). No registration required. For information on this ministry, click here.	Tuesdays @ Cornerstone	7:00 – 9:00 pm
Ryan Thomas	Interpersonal Soul Care: Practicing One-Another Discipleship	Wednesdays in Euclid	7:00 – 9:00 pm