Alicia Carrizales

Women Only

On Break - The group isn't currently meeting for a time, but plans to resume.

About the Group

Join us online as we come together as women and dive deeper into the Word of God!

About the Leader
Alicia is one of the most encouraging people you will meet! She moved here with her family from Texas in 2018 and is a mom of three amazing kids. She is passionate about loving on women and helping them discover who God is and who He has created them to be!

Bible Boomers

Married Only, Seniors Only

Closed - The group isn't currently accepting new members.

About the Group

Jesus is reaching out to us as God lovingly showers us with the gift of grace and of salvation. Our study will focus on God's answers to life's difficult questions, and our relationships, with Him and with each other. We meet every two weeks on Wednesdays.

About the Leader
Steve Gramzay and his wife Marsi live in the Sunset Beach community of Sea Trail. This life group fosters strong marital relationships and individual spiritual growth through God’s Word.

Sally Sard

Monday at 10:00 AM

Women Only

Closed - The group isn't currently accepting new members.

About the Group

End of the Day Meeting in NMB on Monday mornings from 10-noon we will use Priscilla Shirer’s new book, I Surrender All, for the Fall semester. This study has mandatory homework with journaling, and committed attendance is necessary…because at the end of the day, as a Christ follower we have been called into a surrendered life, an abundant life, a disciple’s life.

About the Leader
Sally Sard is a full time NMB resident, volunteer, and partner of Valorous Church with her husband, Keven Sard. Sally loves hosting ladies Bible study, and always emphasizes it is the Holy Spirit who is the teacher. Blessed to be the mom of 3 adult children and 2 grandchildren, she is also blessed to be Gma Sally to many of the children she cares for nearly every Sunday morning in Valorous Kids.

Diane Hyman

The 1st Saturday of every month at 1:30 PM

Women Only

About the Group

A group of women who meet once a month to study God's word and develop friendships with each other and a closer relationship with God.

About the Leader
Diane Hyman loves bringing women together to help them forge a closer relationship with their Father. Also encouraging them to love one another and grow in their faith.

George & Claudia Payton

Tuesday at 7:00 PM

About the Group

We will conclude our 26-week study in the Book of Acts on Tuesday, November 12th with our series entitled “Journey Into Changing the World.”

Starting November 19th, we will begin a 13-week Bible Study series in the Book of Galatians entitled “Journey Into Liberated Living.” We will learn how Paul and the gospel of Christ were both under attack, and how Paul defended his authority. We will see how we are justified by faith alone, and not by our works. As we conduct this study, we want to understand the conflict between grace and law, or faith and deeds, in the first century churches in Galatia; but also, be aware of modern parallels in churches today.

A workbook will be available and helpful. In-depth Bible Study pass-outs, sent via email every Wednesday prior to the upcoming teleconference, will be provided to help prepare for each lesson discussion, in conjunction with each workbook lesson.

About the Leader
George is a “student of the Bible,” and never tires of learning more of what is available to him through the Holy Word of God. He has been teaching Bible Study for over 30 years. George and Claudia retired from International Paper Company in Memphis in 2006 and relocated to Little River in 2007. After retiring from International Paper he continued his thirst for deeper insight into the Word of God. He graduated from Lutheran Theological Seminary in Columbia, SC in 2011 and went on to receive the Doctorate of Ministry degree from North Greenville University in Greenville, SC in 2015. George retired from full time pastoring in October, 2023, but is still actively teaching Bible Study every week.

Mike Minetti & Jerry Johnson

Thursday at 11:00 AM

Men Only

About the Group

This is a group for men who want to get closer to our Lord and learn more about their purpose. Develop relationships with other men, and grow in our Lord.

About the Leader
Mike has been married 45 years, three children and seven grandchildren. He attended Bayside Chapel in NJ for 15 years, and has been at Valorous Church for the past 4 years since retirement. He is looking forward to developing relationships with emphasis on God’s word. Jerry is married and retired with two daughters and 4 grandkids . We have been attending Valorous Church for about one year. His desire is to help others in their journey with Christ through the study of God’s word.

Bill & Tonia Twigg

Tuesday at 5:45 PM

About the Group

Relational; open to all ages; Shallotte, Brunswick County, NC area; dinner served.

About the Leader
Bill and Tonia faithfully serve in our church. They have two children, Caleb (20) and Faith (17). They both serve on our Usher team each week, and Bill also serves on our Campus Safety Team. Bill and Tonia are family-oriented, and some of the most welcoming people you'll ever meet!

The Man In The Mirror

The 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM

Men Only

About the Group

We will be doing an in-depth study of Patrick Morley's book, "The Man in the Mirror", solving the 24 problems men face today. Books will be provided as needed. This group is facilitated by Steve Brewer but is open to share this role with any one of interest. We meet at the church the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month at 6:30pm.

About the Leader
Steve and his wife Merlyn moved to the area in late 2021 and heard positive things about Valorous Church, Barefoot Church at the time. Started attending and soon got involved in life groups and the Connect and Parking ministries on Sundays. Both Steve and his wife have served as outside volunteers in the JUMPSTART prison ministry.

Life Recovery Group

Tuesday at 10:00 AM

About the Group

Whatever your addiction might be - alcohol, drugs, food, anger, gambling, etc. - everyone is recovering from something. We use the Life Recovery Bible as our text book which uses a 12 step model as we navigate our way to recovery.

About the Leader
This group is led by John and Joan Murphy. Joan was born in Boston and had a long career as a Marine. The mother of four (4), she has a BA in Religious Studies and is certified in drug and alcohol addiction. John was born in Maryland and was previously a surveyor and corrections officer. They met and married in Virginia Beach, VA, retired in 2015, and have been proud Valorous members for six (6) years.

Grief Share

Wednesday at 3:30 PM

About the Group

The journey of grief can be easier to face with the support of others who understand the deep pain felt with the loss of a loved one. We have been called to share each others trials and sorrow and to rejoice with one another in our joy in the midst of pain. “Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.” (Roman 12:15). Come let us walk this road together, encouraging one another, and discovering how God will bring beauty from our ashes.

• This group is facilitated by Karen Kidd
• We meet at the Horry County Public Library - Little River Branch each Wednesday at 3:30 PM

About the Leader
Karen was 27 years old and mother of 2 young kids when her husband was killed in an auto accident. She was a grieving mom blaming God for what had happened to them. As time passed she meet and remarried a widower with 2 young girls. Over the last 50 years they have had Grandchildren and great Grandchildren. But in 2016 their son passed away bringing Grief back into both their lives. Her experiences of loss have provided her with a deep compassion for others in their own loss. Karen too desires to support others on their own journey through grief, sharing hope in the midst of darkness. Karen is excited to provide a safe space for those experiencing loss. A place to talk, share, cry, and heal. With God leading the way, they desire to build a community of believers helping each other on their journey of loss to find the “peace of God, which transcends all understanding” (Philippians 4:7).

Healed

Women Only

About the Group

Have you been affected by abortion? If you have terminated a pregnancy through abortion, you may be suffering from some of the many damaging emotional effects such as shame, depression, guilt, and other emotions. God wants to forgive you and take away that shame and guilt! Our new Life Group called "Healed." is sure to help you overcome the burden of guilt and find breakthrough! During this nine week study, you will discover hope, peace, encouragement, and deep healing that is everlasting. This group is extremely confidential and full of God's love!! To register, contact Cheryle at 704-252-3095 or [email protected].

Time of meeting TBD

About the Leader
Your group leader, Cheryle has been teaching this Bible study for 10 years after God set her free from the shame and guilt of her past abortions!

Richard & Mackenzie Miller

Thursday at 6:30 PM

Closed - The group isn't currently accepting new members.

About the Group

A group for anyone and everyone. Join us as we dig a little deeper into how we can live out our faith in our everyday lives. How do we reflect Jesus to our families, friends, co-workers, and the rest of the world? We want this to be a time of encouragement, support and accountability for all who show up!

About the Leader
Richard and Mackenzie moved to South Carolina from California. They have 3 kids: Graham (15), Asher (12), and Avery (12). Richard is the Next Steps Pastor here at Valorous Church and has been in Ministry for 25 years. Mackenzie is a personal trainer and is quick to point out that she is stronger than her husband! Richard and Mackenzie have been married for over 20 years. They first met each other at church when Mackenzie was 8 years old and Richard was 11.

Online Community Life Group

Thursday at 6:30 PM

About the Group

This "online only" Life Group will help grow the faith and community of all those who call Valorous Church their home but aren't able to join us in person. Join us on Thursdays at 6:30 pm (ET) from wherever you might find yourself.

Saturday Morning Breakfast Club

Saturday at 8:30 AM

Women Only

About the Group

The Saturday Morning Breakfast Club is a group of "eclectic" women of all ages and places in their walk with Christ. Leaders – Vickie Cox and Miriam Jakowczuk

About the Leader
Victoria began attending Valorous when on vacation in North Myrtle Beach and became a full-time resident in 2020. Victoria has been a member of The Breakfast Club Life Group since inception, is a member of the usher team, and the Valorous Prison Ministry. Victoria has two sons, and two granddaughters. Miriam has been attending Valorous for 3 years. Serves on the Welcome team as a greeter. Miriam is from Charlotte, NC. Her favorite phrase, "Love God, Love people". She has a heart for people and animals, cats being one of her favorites.

Jackie Bonestroo

Tuesday at 9:30 AM

Women Only

About the Group

Multi-generational women's group. We will simply be reading the book of Mark together. We will be taking our time, reading verses in different translations, praying as we go, and sharing insights with each other. There will be little if any homework. Please bring your Bible, a notebook for journaling, and a highlighter pen. This group is for all women, especially those who are seeking refreshment or looking to be poured into as the Holy Spirit leads us.

About the Leader
Jackie has been leading women's Bible studies for close to 30 years and is the leader of Fearless and Cheerful Ministries. With a contagious love for Jesus and a story for almost everything, Jackie helps her ladies dig deeper in their faith, understand who God says we are in Christ, and trust Jesus so much more! Jackie and her husband Doug have lived in the North Myrtle Beach area for close to four years, they have two married, adult daughters, a new grandson, and 3 rescue cats Lily, Posy, and Marigold who they lovingly refer to as the flower girls.

Tasha Walls

Tuesday at 6:00 PM

Women Only

About the Group

This group is designed for women who are struggling with the spiritual, mental, and emotional wounds of trauma. It is hosted by two women who are being led by Jesus on a beautiful journey in His truth about who He is and who we are in Him. This is a safe place for women to speak their hearts and be encouraged into all God has in store for them, standing firmly on His promises that He is good and works all things for His glory and our good.

About the Leader
Tasha is a wife and mom of three. She loves serving the kids at our church throughout the week! In the past couple of years, God has planted a heart in her that wants to connect with hurting women and lift them up the way He does for me in my own journey.

Mike & Jackie Walker

Weekly: Tuesdays at 6:30 PM

About the Group

Come join us for a deeper dive into the question "What Does It Mean To Be Chosen?" We will be watching Season 3 of "The Chosen" and walking through the shared experience to discover what God would have for us as individuals and a group.

About the Leader
The Walkers hail from the south-central part of Illinois and St. Louis, MO. They served in their home church for nearly 30 years in many capacities from youth leaders, small group leaders, missions, and marriage ministry. They have been married 31 years and have 3 sons and 2 grandsons. They have settled in Little River and are looking forward to making new friends. Some of their most valued friendships have been developed through small groups.

Dave & Lyvia May

Monday at 6:30 PM

About the Group

We, as a group, exist to glorify the Lord as we help each other to see Christian obstacles as opportunities. We are a diverse body with hearts that truly beat for our Creator as we use prayer and The Word to continually advance spiritually. We meet on Monday nights with fellowship at 6:30 and wrap up around 8:00.

About the Leader
Dave and Lyvia May have been facilitating Life Groups and leading care ministry for many years. Their passion is helping people identify and connect their Christ centered purpose to the community of believers that is Valorous.

The Women of the Bible Speak

Tuesday at 10:30 AM

Women Only

About the Group

"The Women of the Bible Speak" by Shannon Bream.

Come join us on Tuesday each week at 10:30am to study the women of the Bible. To learn from them and to grow in our faith as we study how God worked in their lives.

This study is designed to dig deep into how we need to walk with Jesus each day, learning from the examples of the women listed in our Bible.

About the Leader
Diane Hyman loves bringing women together to help them forge a closer relationship with their Father. Also encouraging them to love one another and grow in their faith.

Single Women With Stephanie and Andrea!

Weekly: Fridays at 6:00 PM

Women Only, Singles Only

About the Group

The vision of this group is to connect with women from all different walks of life-never married, widowed, divorced, dating, engaged, etc. What brings us together is Jesus and the desire to learn from one another. The mission of this group is for you to grow deeper in your relationship with God and gain a fuller understanding of how God sees and loves you and will meet your every need. We will be doing life together as single women by cultivating deep, meaningful,& encouraging relationships!

*Meets on Fridays at 6-8 PM, appetizers provided!

About the Leader
We are sisters from the beach by way of Pennsylvania. We have been attending Valorous Church since October 2021 and are excited to become more involved. Stephanie is a mom and teacher living in Little River. Andrea is an accountant living in Carolina Shores. We love growing in our faith and cannot wait to build relationships with our sisters in Christ.

Grandmas Gaining Ground for God

Thursday at 1:30 PM

Women Only

About the Group

God has created this group as a place where you can experience fellowship, encouragement, prayer, and laughter! An opportunity to be with others who love God and love each other (Matthew 22:36-40). We will meet the first and third Thursday of each month in the Valorous Lobby @ 1:30 PM beginning May 16th.

About the Leader
This group is led by June Terrill. June moved from Maryland to Little River in 2010. She has a daughter in Virginia, a son here in South Carolina, and two grandchildren back in Maryland. She began attending Valorous in 2021 and feels blessed to be a part of Valorous Church.

Doing Life With Your Adult Children

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

About the Group

Are you struggling to connect with your child now that they've left the nest? Are you feeling the tension and heartache as your relationship dynamic begins to change? In Doing Life with Your Adult Children, bestselling author and parenting expert Jim Burns provides practical advice and hopeful encouragement for navigating this tough yet rewarding transition.

Link for the book on Amazon Doing Life with Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out (https://a.co/d/3tXEgj4)

The book includes positive principles on bringing kids back to faith, ideas on how to leave a legacy as a grandparent, and encouragement for every changing season, Doing Life with Your Adult Children is a unique book on your changing role in a calling that never ends.

About the Leader
Bill and Jill Pappas moved to Little River, full time 2 and a half years ago, after retiring from South Jersey. They have five adult children, ranging in ages from 38-24. All five adult children moved out of New Jersey, on their own and life was really peaceful in retirement. That was short lived when the youngest adult child decided to relocate and moved back in temporarily. We are looking forward to getting back to teaching/hosting life groups and sharing our adult children experiences with other parents.

Gwynn Hardee

Every 2 weeks: Wednesdays at 7:00 PM

About the Group

Our group is open to all ages and we will be diving into a video series on Dallas Willard's book "The Divine Conspiracy: Rediscovering Our Hidden Life In God". In "The Divine Conspiracy" Willard gracefully weaves biblical teaching, popular culture, science, scholarship, and spiritual practice into a mighty work that shows the necessity of profound changes in how we view our lives and faith.

Steve & Janet Sawyer

Friday at 7:00 PM

About the Group

We will discuss the prior Sunday’s message, based on scripture / topical bullet points / action items, as a way to better understand how God would have us walk and live out our Christianity day to day. Group is held at the Church.

About the Leader
Steve and Jan are newly re-located from Rhode Island and are looking forward to connecting and establishing relationships with the wonderful families here at Valorous Church. They have been involved in similar fellowships for many years at their previous church and love engaging and connecting with other believers.

Ainslie Pittges

Monday at 6:00 PM

Young Adults Only

Closed - The group isn't currently accepting new members.

About the Group

Offering a Godly community is the heart behind this group! We want to create a group for young adults (ages 18-30) where all are welcome! A community where we can all come as we are, where we can all learn and grow regardless of where we are in life or our relationship with God. We are so excited to see what God will do through our next study of Gentle & Lowly.

About the Leader
Ainslie Pittges is Valorous Church's Kids Director and recent CCU alum. In all the chaos of Children's Ministry and life itself, Jesus is her anchor. She loves meeting new people and is excited to create heavenly spaces with her brothers and sisters in Christ.

Divorce Care

Thursday at 6:00 PM

About the Group

DivorceCare is a Christ-centered safe place where caring people come alongside you as you find healing from the pain of separation or divorce. At this 13-week, video-based support group program, you’ll find helpful counsel and tools to manage the emotional turmoil and practical tools for decision-making. Knowing you are not alone in this journey and that someone is there for you.

• This 13 Week Session Begins Thursday, May 16th at 6pm - 8pm

About the Leader
Hi, my name is Trudy Vereen, and I am a mother of two wonderful adult children and GiGi of two grandchildren. I am a thriving survivor from a divorce and because of my experience during this trying and difficult time in my life I discovered DivorceCare. It’s my passion and calling now to help coach others through what they are going through. I have been a partner and volunteer with Valorous Church for 16 years on the Valorous Kids, Care, and Prayer Teams and am presently serving on the Greeting Committee. My greatest joy is meeting people where they are and helping them while doing so introducing them to God whom I know to be a delivery and Savior to all. Favorite Scripture Proverbs 3:5-6 - In all thy ways acknowledge Him and He will direct thy path. I enjoy playing with my 4-legged Yorkie named Queen Suga, listening to music, and reading while relaxing at the beach. And, of course, enjoying family time and spending time with my grandchildren.

Terry & Cheryl Kiger

Every 2 weeks: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM

Seniors Only

Closed - The group isn't currently accepting new members.

About the Group

Open to those who are seeking the Word.

Valorous Singles in Christ

Thursday at 6:00 PM

Singles Only

About the Group

A group where co-ed singles (40 and up) can come together and encourage one another through fellowship, God’s Word, outreach, activities and events.

As Christians, we want to honor God in our everyday lives. As singles, we may not always have someone to walk that out with. So, we seek to create a supportive community where we can aid and encourage one another in deepening our spiritual lives; to live a life pleasing to God and worthy of His calling.

We will be focusing on a book of the Bible, reading scripture and discussing how it applies to our lives and specifically to our identity in Christ as a single person. Open discussion with biblical background, history and insight. Co-ed, 40+.

About the Leader
Jill hails from the North, specifically New York State and Massachusetts, and moved to South Carolina 3 years ago to be near family. She has been a born-again believer in Christ since 2006 and enjoys sharing the Word of God with others. She loves how God’s Word can totally transform lives! Miriam has been attending Valorous for 3 years. Serves on the Welcome team as a greeter. Miriam is from Charlotte, NC. Her favorite phrase, "Love God, Love people". She has a heart for people and animals, cats being one of her favorites.