Connection & Small Groups

We know that Sunday worship is critical to our growth in faith, but people can still feel lonely or disconnected. At WPC we value gatherings outside of worship and think of them as the “ligaments and tendons” that connect the body of Christ keeping it attached and flexible. Whether we meet up for service, social, or small groups, God is present and delights when two or more are gathered.

Connection Groups

Connection groups foster relationships through service and social events. Some groups meet regularly; others accommodate busy schedules by meeting according to people's availability.

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Hiking Group
A wonderful opportunity to connect with people across Anacortes. Morning Mornings. Contact Terry Slotemaker terryslotemaker@gmail.com
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Preschool Playgroup
Mondays, 10 am in Fellowship Hall - Bring your children, ages birth through preschool, for a morning of play and conversation. Sarah Halfmann, dfm@wpcanacortes.com.
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UFOs
1st Thursdays, 6:30 pm, in Fellowship Hall. Crafters, bring your unfinished objects to work on and a snack to share. Contact Val Holtgeerts valerieholtgeerts@gmail.com
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WPC Book Club
4th Thursday of each month at 1:30 pm in Classroom #3 - Meet and discuss a book selected for the month. Check the newsletter for book titles. Contact Mary Anne Berkbigler at maitcba@gmail.com
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Work Party
Tuesdays, 9 am, Classroom #3. A faithful crew gathers to work on the nuts and bolts of buildings and grounds. A great time to serve and get to know one another. Contact Bob Rosain at facilities@wpcanacortes.com
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Food to Go
Thursday mornings, in the Discovery House Basement. We need weekly drivers and packers, plus substitutes. Contact Nancy Hanson ftganacortes@gmail.com
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Family Potluck
 2nd Wednesdays, 5:30 in Fellowship Hall. Join with the entire church family for an evening of food and fellowship. Bring a dish to share. Contact Sara Halfmann at dfm@wpcanacortes.com
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Who's Game?
An irregular meeting of up to 8 people hosted in various homes for a game night.  May include deck-building, co-op, strategy, trivia, or party games.  Bring a snack to share! Contact Gillian Westerman at music@wpcanacortes.com

Small Groups

WPC has many active small groups that meet regularly. Below is a list of small groups currently accepting new members!

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Serendipity
Mondays at 10:00 am in CR#3.  Serendipity uses books, video, and Bible study to facilitate meaningful discussion and shared life experiences. Contact Bonnie Underwood at underwood31@comcast.net
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Pneuma
Mondays, 7 pm in various homes. We focus on reading through Scripture one book at a time and discussing personal reflections and questions. Contact David Lucas dnjlucas1@gmail.com
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Open Table
Tuesdays at 7:00 pm alternates weekly between homes and Google Meet. Discussions around Christian community, love, justice, and spiritual formation through books, video, and podcasts. Jeff & Val Holgeerts at smallgroups@wpcanacortes.com
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Seekers
1st & 3rd Thursdays at 2:00 pm Classroom #5. This group selects a video or book series from the church library for discussion. Contact Carol Schoenhals at shoenca@att.net
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Mom's Connect
A no-judgment zone where moms of kiddos from birth through college age check in with personal highs, lows, and surprises that come along with parenting. Contact Val Holtgeerts at smallgroups@gmail.com
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Launch
Wednesdays at 6:30 pm in Classroom #5. Contact Pastor Stephanie Hankey at pastorstephanie@wpcanacortes.com