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We Were Built for Belonging
It’s not an accident that we find ourselves wanting to belong and be known; God designed us that way. He created us for relationships. Being known - truly known - by others can also be a terrifying thought. For followers of Jesus, experiencing and contributing to community isn’t something we opt into; it is something we are called to.
We actively and intentionally pursue community with each other because we believe belonging takes priority in the life of a disciple - over our skepticism, over our previous bad experiences, over our calendars and schedules, and yes, even over our fears of rejection.
Community at The Chapel happens through Adult Bible Fellowships (ABFs), Home Groups and our specific ministry groups. Though each group looks a little different, our hope in meeting together is always that we grow in friendship, prayer, accountability, care, and elevating each other in love. Our heart for gospel community flows out of the four B’s in our mission: believing, belonging, becoming, and building.
Baptism & Membership
If you would like more information about publicly proclaiming your faith through baptism, or becoming a member of The Chapel, we invite you to follow the link below.
Discipleship Pathway
Whether you’ve grown up in the church or this will be your first Sunday, everyone has questions. The Discipleship Pathway is a collection of classes that help answer the hard questions about following Jesus Christ.
Adult Ministries
Groups
Small groups at The Chapel Akron are the method by which we as a church pursue a life centered around growing in these four areas: believing in Jesus, belonging to His family, becoming His disciple, and building His kingdom. Our groups are full of imperfect people, and we aim to grow together in how we might serve and love each other. That’s the model of what Christ has already perfectly done for us.
For help with finding a group, click here!
Adult Bible Fellowship (ABFs)
Sundays at 8am, 9am and 10:40am
Home Groups
Sundays at 6pm, Wednesdays at 6pm, Thursdays at 5pm, 6:45pm and 7pm, Saturdays at 10am
Mens Groups
Saturdays at 7am, Second and Fourth Thursdays from 6:30pm-8pm
Young Adults
Our Young Adult Ministry mirrors the community mindset of our ABF groups with a focus on post-college to age 30 individuals. Like our other adult groups, we pursue intentional community focused on growing these four areas: believing in Jesus, belonging to His family, becoming His disciple, and building His kingdom.
We follow the pattern of the early church in Acts 2, seeking to nourish one another by devoting our time to teaching, fellowship, food, and prayer. Our groups are made up of imperfect people, and we welcome this as an opportunity to shower each other in grace and build each other up in love - that is the gift Christ has given us.
To request more information, contact Dan Cooper.
Sunday Large Group
Join us on Sunday mornings for a time of teaching, discussion, fellowship, and prayer.
9:00am
Berean Room
Life Groups
Life Groups are where we experience belonging and practice knowing and being known by others. Our desire is to elevate each other in faith, hope, and love.
The Breaking
Once a month, we gather at a host home from 5pm - 9pm with no set agenda outside of sharing a meal, playing games and enjoying our community.
Women
Welcome to Women’s Ministry! Grab a cup of coffee and pull up a seat at the table. All women, whether they have known Jesus for a lifetime or are just beginning to be introduced to Him, have an important place at the table of Women’s Ministry.
As part of The Chapel family, Women’s Ministry knows believing in Jesus and belonging to His family lead women to gather as an authentic community. Large and small groups of women of all ages and in all seasons of life come to find encouraging friendships and opportunities to discover the greatness of God through Word-based Bible study and Scripture-led prayer. Come grow together, inviting each other into the daily walk of becoming disciples of Jesus. Find ways to build His kingdom through the joyful overflow of life lived together, celebrating the glory of God. Women’s Ministry wants to walk alongside women as they place the gospel at the center of their lives, equipping and encouraging them to reach all their relationships with the hope of the gospel – in backyards, at The Chapel and around the world. So, welcome to Women’s Ministry! We hope sitting down with us allows God’s greatness and glory to be known in hearts, minds and lives. There is a seat here for you.
For more information contact, adults@thechapel.life

Spring 2023 Bible Studies
Spring Women's Bible studies beginning Jan. 17.
Caring Communities for Widows
The loss of a spouse can bring about changes in how we interact with our community. The Chapel’s Widows Ministry is designed to provide care, comfort, and community to those who have lost their spouses. We offer coffee, fellowship and listening friends in Christ-centered, prayer-focused small groups. They meet at multiple coffee shops throughout the city.
Contact our Care Department with questions or for more information.
Sue Lindsey and Chelsea Nelson talk about their discipleship relationship and encourage others to join women's ministry at the Chapel.
Senior Adults
Following Jesus and becoming more like Him is a lifelong journey. In our Senior Adults Ministry, we desire to partner with you in discipleship in the second half of life. Our mission is to grow in these four areas: believing in Jesus, belonging to His family, becoming His disciple, and building His kingdom. Through groups, activities, and events, we live this out in the way we fellowship, study, pray, and consider each other in love - for the glory of God.
To request more information, contact Bob Schneider.
Young at Heart
Led by Mike and Genel Nichols and Pastor Bob Schneider
Seniors from all of our campuses are invited to come praise the Lord together, encourage one another and enjoy fun, unique programs each month. The group meets in Memorial Chapel on the fourth Thursday of each month from 10-11:30am.
Young at Heart Meeting Dates
Feb. 23 - 'Wild Times' with the Akron Zoo
March 23 - Second Annual Chili Cookoff
April 28 - On a Friday, w/special guest Knute Larson
May 25 - 'Missions Minded'
June - Picnic (date/location TBD)
July 6 - Picnic & Rubber Ducks Game at Canal Park Stadium (picnic time TBD; game starts at 6:35pm)
Chair Volleyball
Come out and enjoy some chair volleyball with other seniors!
Chair Volleyball Meeting Times
Tuesdays @ 1pm in The Chapel's gym, starting Feb. 7 until the final game on April 11. Games last one hour.
NOTE: There will be NO GAME on April 4.
Akron Campus
Sunday services: 9am & 10:40am
Building hours: 9am - 5pm Tue.-Fri.
Address: 135 Fir Hill, Akron, Ohio 44304
Phone: 330.376.6400
Email: info@thechapel.life