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Life Change Happens In Community

Life change happens in community. Find a group near you, meet the people who lead it, and let our directors match you with the one that fits.

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9 groups meeting across Forney, Mesquite, South Dallas and Rockwall.

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📍 Forney - Gateway Parks Women's Study

🗓️ Saturday, 4:00 PM, Monthly

Becky Andrews

Born and raised in Lake Charles, southwest Louisiana. My husband and I raised our kids in Garland for 28 years while praying for a new house. The Lord answered our prayers 3 years ago with a home in Forney. I'm a business owner and work from home.

🍳 I love to dance, cook, bake, play games and entertain.

Ministry Passions

Ministering to womenStudying God's word and praying togetherWorship and praiseEncouraging others, giving and showing mercyCreating prayer strategies using scripture

Meet the Family & Home Life

I live with my husband Drew, our daughter Brittany, grandson Jerimiah, and our grand dog Dice.

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📍 Forney Small Group

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Rey & Karina Cabrera

Originally from the H-Towns of Texas (Hondo and Houston), we met at the University of Texas at Austin in 2016 and got married in 2020. The Lord moved us to Forney in late 2021.

🐂🤘🏽 Die Hard Texas Longhorn fans! (Other than that, our favorite teams do not line up.) We love to host outdoor cookouts for holidays and sporting events. Karina has more fantasy football championships under her belt than Rey 🏈. And we are the 2026 T-Ball Coaching Staff of the Year Award recipients (at heart) ⚾️.

Ministry Passions

Creating a safe space for fellowship among believers at different stages of their walk with ChristMinistering to non-believers about the goodness of God through our testimonyMentoring and supporting others through tough seasonsStudying God's Word togetherDoing life alongside other followers of Christ

Meet the Family & Home Life

We currently have a 4 year old son, Emmanuel, who keeps us busy with baseball and soccer. We are praying the Lord blesses us with more children in the future.

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📍 Forney Young Families

🗓️ Friday, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Alejandro & Bielka Castro

Originally from New York, we met at church in Queens and married in 2018. The Lord brought us to Texas where we now call Forney home.

🏈 Alejandro is a certified Dallas Cowboys hater as a loyal NY Giants fan. Our house patiently awaits championships for the NY Mets & Knicks, and Bielka was once Alejandro's Youth President! We left NY but boy do we miss the food

Ministry Passions

Studying the word togetherFellowship with young familiesWelcoming and mentoring new believersEncouraging men to be godly role modelsHosting playdates and breaking bread together

Meet the Family & Home Life

We're raising our beautiful children Austin & Thea and love doing life alongside other young families.

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📍 Mesquite Small Group

🗓️ Saturday, 12:00 PM, Monthly

Raul & Lydia Chavez

Born and raised in Texas, we met in Garland during high school and married in 2013. We relocated to Mesquite into our first home together, and Lydia co-leads Embrace Grace women's ministry at Mustang Creek.

🥊 Raul enjoys working out and coaches boxing to our children and community. Lydia loves planting, fitness, and homeschooling our boys.

Ministry Passions

Equipping couples to build healthy, Christ-centered relationshipsStrengthening marriages through biblical principlesCreating safe environments for couple healing and restorationCultivating support for growing, Christ-centered familiesEmpowering individuals to discover their spiritual gifts

Meet the Family & Home Life

We share our beautiful home with our five wonderful boys and our precious dog Sola.

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📍 South Dallas Young Families

🗓️ Tuesday, 7:30 PM, Monthly

Francisco & Daisy

We began dating in 2010 and married in 2019 by the grace of God. We both serve at Mustang Creek – Francisco in the media department and Daisy through Embrace Grace Ministry.

🌿 Daisy loves plants, home decor, crafts, natural birth, holistic remedies, coffee, and fitness. Francisco loves sports, the gym (he's a Spartan!), and quality coffee.

Ministry Passions

Discipleship and mentoringCreating welcoming spaces for believers and non-believersCommunity outreach and serviceMinistering behind the barber chairBuilding Kingdom relationships

Meet the Family & Home Life

We have two boys and are expecting our third baby! We're planning to homeschool our children.

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📍 Forney - Mustang Creek Single Moms & Women

🗓️ Saturday, 1:00 PM

Ebony George

Born and raised in Louisiana, I moved to Texas in 2008 and made Forney my home in 2013. I’m a high school teacher in Forney ISD. As a single mother, I understand the challenges and rewards of raising children on my own, and I have a passion for walking alongside other single moms in their journey. I serve on the Worship Team and in the Children’s Ministry.

I’m happiest with a suitcase in hand, chasing new destinations ✈️. I’ll never say no to a bargain hunt—there’s nothing like spotting that perfect find at half the price 🛍️. And when it comes to food, I’m on a mission to taste as many flavors as possible!

Ministry Passions

Discipleship, teaching, and mentoringSeeing others grow and develop their spiritual giftsCommunity outreach and servicePraise and worship

Meet the Family & Home Life

I have three amazing kids: twin sons Cayden and Ethan (13) and daughter Kennedy (9). They definitely keep me running!

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📍 Rockwall Discipleship Directors

🗓️ Tuesday, 6:30 PM, Biweekly

Daniel & Tiffany Gonzales

Originally from Toledo, OH and New York City respectively, we've journeyed across the U.S. from coast to coast before settling in Rockwall in 2022. We married in 2013 and share a passion for building community. We both serve on the church staff at Mustang Creek as the Discipleship & Small Group Directors.

🍲 Tiffany is a passionate cook who can create dishes from around the world and loves spontaneous road trips. Daniel enjoys singing love songs to his wife and has always dreamed of being a dad—a dream now beautifully fulfilled!

Ministry Passions

Mentorship & Discipleship—guiding others in their faith journeyTeen Challenge—supporting recovery through Christ-centered programsOutreach & Community Engagement—bringing hope beyond church wallsProphecy & Spiritual Gifts—encouraging believers to walk in God's fullnessCultivating environments where people worship in spirit and truthCreating spaces for transformative encounters with God's presence

Meet the Family & Home Life

Our vibrant home includes three of our four children—Siena (16), Paul (8), and Sylvester (5)—while our oldest son Andrew resides in Toledo, OH. We hope to expand our family further. Our household is complete with Benny, our dog, and an outdoor cat who has his own special space.

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📍 Forney - Park Trails Small Group

🗓️ 1st & 3rd Thursday, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Starts: May 15)

Chad & Courtney Goodwin

We moved to Forney in 2023 after living our entire lives in Portland, Oregon. Since arriving in Texas, we've embarked on new careers and leaned on each other through 24 years of marriage. God's faithfulness has been our constant through it all.

🎮 We enjoy family game nights with Mario Kart, Pinochle, and elaborate board games. Chad has spent many years in various IT roles and loves technology. He's a baseball fan and remains loyal to the Trailblazers, while Courtney leads a nonprofit, hosts the Women Unhindered podcast, and finds her happy place at her piano. She will become a real estate agent in June.

Ministry Passions

Seeing people step into their spiritual giftsHelping people learn how to hear God's voiceFostering God's presence through worship in a family setting“Doing life” with others in the body of ChristIntentional outreach and evangelismMinistering through prayer

Meet the Family & Home Life

Our family includes Leila (20) at Florida State University, Kinsley (18) graduating high school, and Caleb (16) a sophomore in a life skills classroom at North Forney High School. The unique experience of having a child with special needs in the family forged a close bond within our family. Our shih tzu “Diva” rounds out our household, fully convinced she's human.

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📍 Forney Ladies Bible Study

🗓️ 2nd & 4th Tuesday, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Kathy

As a transplant from the Pacific Northwest, Texas has impressed me with hospitality and warmth. Young people call me ma'am and show respect.

Ministry Passions

Meet the Family & Home Life

God called me to teach women, and before I knew anything about moving to Texas this is the vision He gave me: "My vision is to connect heart-to-heart with women by sharing the Word of God compassionately and how to implement the Word of God for daily and practical use. II Corinthians 1:3-4 AMP Blessed (gratefully praised and adored) be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort, Who comforts and encourages us in every trouble so that we will be able to comfort and encourage those who are in any kind of trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God." I had no idea that God would allow me to teach this beautiful small group of ladies called Heart-to-Heart, which was the fulfillment of this vision. Ladies of all ages are welcome!

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Scripture & Community

Life Change Happens in Community

“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” — Proverbs 27:17

From Paul's nurturing leadership in Thessalonica (1 Thess 2:7–12) to Jesus' personal investment in His disciples (John 21), Scripture consistently shows we are not meant to walk alone. Small groups are where masks come off, real conversations happen, and true care begins.

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The Fireside Flow

An Evening at Small Group

No awkward icebreakers or surprise pop quizzes. Three unhurried chapters make every gathering welcoming.

First 30 Mins 🍕

1. Hang Out & Unwind

Walking in, you'll find food, drinks, and friendly faces ready to welcome you! We kick things off with relaxed hang-out time—swapping work stories, catching up on life, and taking a deep breath after a busy week.

“Come straight from work in your scrubs or boots. There is zero pretense.”

~45 Mins 📖

2. Study & Discuss

We dive deep into Scripture and real-life questions. Whether following a sermon series or exploring a Bible study, these conversations create a safe space to be truly known and understood. Share your doubts, questions, and insights as we encounter God together.

“Not a lecture—an open living room conversation where everyone has a seat.”

Final 20–30 Mins 🙏

3. Pray & Stand Together

We share what's really happening in our lives and then pray specifically for those situations. Whether it's a job interview, health concern, or family struggle, we stand together believing God can break through where we feel stuck.

“You never have to navigate a season of struggle or crisis alone.”

Our Guiding Light

5 Pillars of Discipleship

Biblical growth measured by heart transformation and authentic care for one another:

Pillar 01

Community

“As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.”
Proverbs 27:17

Group members develop trust, maintain gentle accountability, and engage in honest conversations. Your small group becomes a place where masks come off and real life is shared.

Pillar 02

Worship

“Present your bodies as a living sacrifice…which is your spiritual worship.”
Romans 12:1

Group members help each other recognize God's presence and discern His voice in everyday moments. Together, you create space to listen for God's guidance and support one another in surrendering areas of life to His leadership.

Pillar 03

Discipleship

“Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”
Romans 12:2

The group provides accountability for developing godly character and the courage to step out in sharing the gospel and praying for others' needs. Together you celebrate both internal transformation—growing in love and gentleness—and external impact through service and evangelism, recognizing that both spiritual fruit and bold witness flow from lives surrendered to Christ.

Pillar 04

Service

“Whatever you did for one of the least of these…you did for me.”
Matthew 25:40

The group identifies needs within the church and community and finds practical ways to demonstrate God's love through action.

Pillar 05

Outreach

“How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!”
Romans 10:15

Group members pray for friends and neighbors, practice sharing their faith stories, extend invitations to group gatherings, and occasionally plan events specifically designed to reach the lost.

Discipleship