Small groups are a gathering of people who meet regularly with common interests to develop closer relationships and to strengthen their faith in Christ. Each group is unique in offering a way for individuals to connect by sharing stories of life together, growing together in Christ, and finding ways to serve one another.
Why Participate?
Small groups make it possible for us to connect with others, making a special place by creating strong bonds of friendship, and sharing our faith life together. Christians grow spiritually when we regularly encounter God’s grace through conversation and shared life’s stories that can’t be accomplished in larger settings. Group participants help one another grow through encouragement and trusting God completely.
Be devoted to one another in love.
Romans 12:10
Honor one another above yourselves.
The groups listed below are active and open to everyone. Check the weekly announcements for updates.
Don’t see a group that fits your need or want to start a new group and don’t know where to start? Contact the church office at or 919-851-7248.
A group of men that meet Tuesdays, 7:30-9:00 am at Java Jive for coffee and fellowship. All men are welcome, come when you can.
Java Jive is located at 2425 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary (across from RLC).
*Starting in November and continuing through the cooler months, the group moves to IHOP Cary (1301 Kildaire Farm Road).
CONTACT: Lyle Malotky
The Caring Thread
Join us on the 2nd Sunday from 4:00-5:30 pm and/or the 4th Tuesday of the month from 6:00-7:30 pm in Room 240, Family Life Center, for fun, fellowship, and crafting.
The Prayer Shawl Ministry has a new name to reflect our mission, The Caring Thread. We still create prayer shawls, but we also knit and crochet baby hats for local hospitals, and hats and scarves for Neighbor to Neighbor (a local charity) — learn more at n2n.org.
No experience needed — we’ll teach you how to knit or crochet. We have yarn, needles, hooks, and patterns ready for you to use.
If you’d like to request a prayer shawl for someone, please reach out to Betsy Moll through RCB, or the church office (919-851-7248, ).
CONTACT: Betsy Moll
DivorceCare Support Group
Mondays, 6:30-8:30 pm in Room 151, Family Life Center, January 19-April 20
This 13-week program supports people who are going through separation and/or divorce and provides practical tools offering more than support — it also offers the love and presence of Christ.
CONTACT: Sue Campau
Emmaus Way - Walking and Talking
Open to individuals and couples of all ages to connect with one another through gentle exercise and fellowship. We meet in the Java Jive parking lot on Wednesdays, 9:00 am. Jave Jive is located across the street from the church at 2425 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary.
CONTACT: Lyle Malotky
Following Naomi
This group of widows meet the 2nd Thursday of the month from 2:00-4:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall.
CONTACT: Eydee Persson
H.E.R.O.E.S | Military and Veterans
This group supports veterans and active military at RLC.
CONTACT: Faith Shaw
Ladies Fellowship Luncheon
Meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 11:30 am at IHOP Cary (1301 Kildaire Farm Road).
CONTACT: Marcia Shaw
LCMS U
LCMSU @ NCSU is the local chapter of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod college outreach program, LCMSU (lcms.org/how-we-serve/national/campus-ministry). We meet twice each month for fellowship and worship at the NC State Study Center (201 Brooks Avenue, Raleigh) or at Resurrection.
We understand that “College is tough, you need Jesus.” LCMSU @ NCSU provides the opportunity to join with fellow LCMS college students to support each other and provide a church connection. It is open to any college age student who is attending NC State, UNC, Duke, or another local or online college.
CONTACT: Jonathan Madler or Pastor Alan Shaw
Men's Ministry
RLC’s Men’s Ministry meets weekly on Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 pm (Fellowship at 6:45 pm) in Room 245, Family Life Center, for a faith-based video, small table discussion, and fellowship. Monthly breakfasts are held on the 2nd Saturday of the month (September-May) in the Fellowship Hall from 8:00-9:30 am.
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CONTACT: Tom Gebbia or
The Piecemakers
The Piecemakers, RLC's quilting group, creates hand-tied quilts that will be blessed and then shipped to Lutheran World Relief (LWR).
Quilts are valuable tools in LWR’s relief work to end poverty, injustice, and human suffering. To recipients, they are a symbol of God’s love and compassion. Quilts can be used as warm bedding, room dividers, simple tents, or floor coverings. LEARN MORE
Annual Blessing of the Quilts
Feel free to join The Piecemakers every Tuesday, 1:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. If you are interested in sewing a quilt top, there are simple quilt kits available.
CONTACT: Linda Merrill
Visual Faith incorporates a multitude of practices for all ages that include visual prayer and Bible journaling. It considers prayer as the foundation and umbrella for all time spent in God’s Word. They also send cards to members who need encouragement and support. Sharing personal notes is a special way to reach out and share the love of Jesus.
CONTACT: Jamee Thieme
Women’s Book Club - Sunday
Sunday book club meets year-round at RLC on the 4th Sunday of the month at 6:30 pm. Members discuss Christian, inspirational, fiction, and non-fiction books, many of which are available through the public library.
CONTACT: Terri Nance
Women's Ministry
RLC's Women's Ministry offers a weekly Bible study and a time to share everyday life issues, let Scripture shed light on you and your pathway. Prayer support is part of this gathering that meets on Wednesdays, 6:45-8:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall, September-May.
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CONTACT: Jamee Thieme
Young Families Gatherings
Families with young children meet for fun, food, and fellowship once per month. A family will generously offer to host these afternoon gatherings.
CONTACT: Pastor Zach Sarrault