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Welcome to the Circle Of Friends Ministry

Contact Loretta Brantley your Circle of Friends Servant Leader

“In that coming day,” says the Lord, “I will gather together those who are lame, those who have been exiled, and those whom I have filled with grief. Those who are weak will survive as a remnant; those who were exiles will become a strong nation. Then I, the Lord, will rule from Jerusalem[a] as their king forever.” Micah 4:6-7 (NLT)

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Circle of Friends

The Women of the Bible Speak

Some of the most powerful stories in Scripture belong to women whose faith, courage, and obedience helped shape God’s redemptive story. Yet many of us know only a small part of their journeys.

Beginning Monday, September 7, 2026, The Women of the Bible Speak meets every Monday evening from 7:00 PM to approximately 8:45-9:00 PM through June 7, 2027 on Zoom.

Together we’ll explore the lives of sixteen women of the Bible, studying them in carefully chosen pairs that reveal fresh connections, deeper meaning, and timeless wisdom.

As we examine the hope of Hannah, the courage of Esther, the audacity of Rahab, the faith of Mary, and many others, we’ll discover lessons that continue to shape our own lives today. Their stories remind us that God calls ordinary people, works through every season of life, and equips His people to influence others for His kingdom.

Whether you’ve studied the Bible for years or are just beginning your journey, this class offers a welcoming place to ask questions, reflect together, and grow in faith alongside others. As we connect with God and grow together, we’ll gain a richer understanding of Scripture and the ways God continues to work through His people today.

Step into the conversation and discover how their stories can strengthen your own. Register for the Zoom link below.

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Circle of Friends is the Disability, Injury, Special Needs Ministry focused on educating its members to understand and welcome people with disabilities into the SBCC family to help them feel supported, befriended, and needed.

We live in a broken world, and as a result, we encounter pain and suffering in countless ways. Some suffering is due to our sinful and wrong choices, but some are due purely to the fallen world, which impacts the innocent and guilty. 

Suffering may come in different ways, such as homelessness, illnesses, disability, grief, loss of job, failed marriages (etc.) 

  • What happens when it seems as though your whole world is falling apart?
  • How do we make sense of pain and grief? 
  • Why does God not appear to be concerned about my pain and suffering? 
  • How do I not doubt God’s love, mercy, and care when I am in constant pain or sick and confined to my bed, unable to attend church?  
  • Why am I in this all alone? 
  • How can we comfort others during their suffering, just as God comforts us?

In an online, bi-weekly class, we will ding through the Word for answers to these questions and more. 

We will better understand what the Bible says about disability and suffering, God’s purposes for suffering, God’s power through weakness, Growth through suffering, and how we as a church can advocate for people with disabilities.

Classes are ongoing and occur every 2nd and 4th Monday at 7:00 PM. Find more details and registration in the Events section, or contact us with any questions using the form below.

It’s an opportunity to understand the different perceptions and viewpoints of people with disabilities and how it manifests for those in religious leadership roles. Sign up to begin embracing our brokenness. In turn, we’ll be able to welcome physically and visibly broken people and bring hope, love, and care to those who need it most.

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