Make Friends | Encourage Each Other | Grow Your Faith
We believe that “life to life” relationships are an integral part of God’s plan for making progress in life. Because of that, a lot of the spiritual growth, ministry, and direction in our church happens in small groups.
Groups bring people together weekly to have fun, meet new people, and learn about connecting with God.
In 2024, we will be offering 3 types of groups:
- Community Groups are devoted to fellowship, prayer, and study. Groups share their lives, interests, struggles, and God’s Word is brought to bear so all can learn how to respond in faith.
- Topic Groups will meet for a semester to read a book together on a specific topic of interest. Members concentrate on understanding and applying the truths to their lives.
- Horizon is a training program designed to help you deepen your faith through practical training in the basics of the Christian life.
All community groups will launch the first week of February. Sign up today!
Available Community groups
Thursday Nights in Eastvale
Jeff & Lindsey Frieden
Jeff and Lindsey have been married 17 years and have four children. Jeff has been a high school teacher for the past 18 years, and Lindsey teaches the kids at home. The Friedens enjoy playing table top games, getting outdoors, and camping.
Wednesday Nights in Ontario Ranch
Justin & Aimee Kirkpatrick
Justin and Aimee have been married for 20 years and have 3 children. Justin works as a Teacher Specialist in the Pomona Unified School District. Aimee is a stay-at-home mom and leads in KidZone on Sundays. They enjoy hiking, swimming and movies.
Wednesday Nights in Ontario Ranch
Thad & Gina Lanthripe
Thad and Gina have been married for 15 years and have 4 kids. Thad is the Executive Pastor at CIV, and Gina is a leader in our KidZone program. They enjoy card games, watching movies and going on road trips.
Tuesday Nights in Ontario Ranch
Nathan & Tina Lewis
Nathan and Tina have been married for 48 years and have one daughter and three grandchildren. Nathan is a Professor at California Baptist University. They enjoy travel, camping and watching movies together.
Wednesday Nights in Chino Hills
Kerry & Kayla Oril
Kerry and Kayla have been married for 22 years and have three daughters and 10 grandchildren. Kerry is retired and Kayla works at Gateway Seminary. They enjoy hiking and kayaking and serving at CIV together.
Monday Nights in Ontario
Matt & Joy Sprankle
Matt and Joy have been married for 17 years and have 3 boys. Joy oversees their home, the boys’ education, and serves in KidZone. Matt is the Associate Pastor at CIV. They enjoy exploring new places, the beach and hosting friends and family.
Available Topic Groups
Thursday Nights in Eastvale
Christy Coello
Christy spent 2 years in accounting, 23 years in education, and 4 years in sales. She has 2 children, Anni (18) and Eddy (15). Some of the many things she enjoys are visiting her mother, going out to eat with her kids, and going for walks.
This group will read and study the book, “The Gospel Comes with a House Key” by Butterfield and is for women. The group will meet in Eastvale on Thursday night.
Wednesday Nights in Ontario
Shawn & Erica Rumenapp
Shawn and Erica Rumenapp have been married for 23 years and have been members of CIV since 2003. They have 2 adult children. Shawn is a retired Police officer of 20 years and Erica is on staff in the CIV office. They enjoy sports, hiking, BBQs, and family time as a family.
They will be studying, “Love and Respect” by Dr. Eggerichs. This group is for married couples and meets on Wednesday nights in Ontario.
Monday Nights in South Ontario
Tate Hoogstad
Tate and Nancy have been married for 20 years and have two children ages 14 and 11. Tate has been a Systems/Electrical Engineer for 27 years and their family enjoys board/card games with family and watching “The Chosen”.
This group is studying, “Life without Lack” by Dallas Willard and will meet on Monday nights in South Ontario.
Available Horizon Group
Wednesday Nights in Ontario
Jack & Vicky Kaylor
Horizon is an 8 month opportunity for you to grow as a Christian, make friends you can grow with and understand what it takes to make a difference in the world. Growth in the Christian life requires intentional effort beyond church attendance. With this in mind, Horizon was created to provide you with opportunities to develop the perspective and values necessary to experience and grow a God-centered life that is full of meaning.