small groups at St. charles
Here you will find information on taking the next step to connecting with one of our current small groups here at St. Charles.
Small Groups at St. Charles - A few Overarching Principles:
All small groups reflect a common commitment to pray, learn, share and celebrate.
Groups serve a two-fold purpose; to make disciples and send out disciples. Group membership will change over time as groups split into two groups to further the missionary aspect of our small communities of faith.
It is common practice for interested parties to connect with the group leader over coffee or by phone to ensure alignment of expectations prior to attending an initial meeting. The drop-down menus below provides information as to whether the next step is to contact the leader directly or to reach out to St. Charles staff to get connected.
New group leaders are always in need. If you are interested in leading a new small group, please contact Rene at rpaschal@stcharleschurch.org.
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Leader: Keith O’Connor
Focus: Men primarily in their 20’s who meet weekly to grow in faith, fraternity & virtue. Spiritual reading beforehand frames the group discussion which includes time for personal sharing of highs, lows and God moments from the week.
Reach out directly to Keith at kpoconnor17@gmail.com for next steps.
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This group will be disbanding this summer due to members moving out of the area.
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Leader: Jose Aguirre
Members are single and married men in their 20’s and 30’s who meet weekly for fellowship and to share their lives through prayer, volunteering (Sisters of Charity, parish events, etc.) and social events. They use the Lectio Divina method to meditate on and discuss the upcoming Sunday’s Gospel.
Contact Jose directly at jose.aguirre1387@gmail.com for information on next steps.
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Leaders: Andrew Lee & Thomas Choate
The name derives from Matthew 14:25 when Jesus walks on the water toward the disciples during the Fourth Watch of the night—reflecting our vigilance and hope in waiting for the Lord. Members are young professionals from diverse career backgrounds, mostly in our 20’s and 30’s. They meet weekly for Lectio Divina to meditate on and discuss the upcoming Sunday’s Gospel, while also getting together regularly for fellowship events and community/parish service.
Contact either leader for information on next steps:
Andrew Lee: sulee1@gmail.com
Thomas Choate thomas.a.choate@gmail.com -
Leader: Mike Doyle
Mike’s group provides a virtual option for men preferring to meet via Zoom. Members are men in their 50’s - 80’s. They pull materials for study from a variety of resources including the Institute for Catholic Culture, scripture, and Catholic literature and lectures.
Contact Mike Doyle directly at mdoyle1967@gmail.com
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Leader: Julia Pipan
Members range are primarily young professionals in their early-20’s to early-30’s. The group is a place for camaraderie, friendship and sharing the love of Christ. They focus on book studies and try and find where the Lord can meet us in Scripture.
Reach out to Julia Pipan directly at jrpipan@gmail.com
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Leaders: Lauren Barnhorst & Courtney Miars
Lauren’s group consists of young professional women navigating life in the DMV with God at the center of it all! By using a Bible study book to guide our readings and discussions, we come together twice a month to share our thoughts, pray together, and support each other. If you enjoy little sweet treats, you'll fit right in!
Reach out to Lauren Barnhorst directly at lkbarnhorst@gmail.com
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Leader: Mark Cerny
Focus: Mostly married men in their 30’s & 40's who meet weekly to grow in faith, fraternity & virtue. Each week we meet for an hour where the first half is spent reading and discussing the upcoming Sunday readings and the second half is spent discussing the spiritual reading assignment.
Reach out directly to Mark Cerny directly at mark.cerny@gmail.com
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St. Charles offers several small groups devoted to a focus on living principles of purity and chastity.
More information is available on the “Purity Groups” link found on the “Share” tab on the website.
You can also contact Rene for more information at rpaschal@stcharleschurch.org
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Leader: Gabby Maccio
Gabby’s group is just now forming (Summer 2025) and includes women primarily in their 20’s and 30’s.The group will begin with a book study format and allot plenty of time for fellowship each week.
Reach out to Gabby directly at gabrielaamaccio@gmail.com