Small Groups
launching january 19


Small groups are designed to connect us to God, our church, and each other.

Each group is designed to help you grow spiritually and connect with others in order to build true community. From single adults to seniors, we have a group for everyone. Most groups are sermon-based, so the message you hear on Sunday morning will be the discussion material for your group.



Even Jesus had a small group

When Jesus Christ walked this earth, He created a group of people that gave Him consistent, intimate connection. We should follow His example and be closely connected with a group of believers that will challenge and encourage us in our daily walk.



We Have Small Groups For Everyone

I'm interested in joining a small group

Pete and Govanna Lopez · General
Mondays at 6:30PM

We have been married for almost 22 years and love being parents to our adult child and 2 teenagers. Music is something that our household will always have whether we’re listening to it or karaoke it all night long. We are excited to open our home once again for small groups since it’s been a while that we did! Can’t wait to see what God has for us!


Dominic Kalmeta | Jason and Araceli Colelli  ·  New Attenders Group
Sundays at 12:30PM

(Left: Dominic) Dominic has been married for 11 years and enjoys hanging out with his wife Amanda and two year old son.

(Right: Jason and Aracelli) We’ve been married for 14 years and absolutely love opening our home to family, friends, and great conversations. Whether it’s sharing a meal, swapping travel stories, or diving into thought-provoking discussions, we believe life is better when it’s shared. If you’re looking for a group where you can relax, be yourself, laugh a lot, and explore the Bible without judgment or pressure, this is it. Come join us, we’ll save you a seat (and maybe some dessert)!

Felix & Marcia Cabrera  ·  Spanish
Fridays at 7PM

We met while serving in Children’s ministry when we lived in California. We have been married for 12 years and have a blended family of 7. We love serving the Spanish speaking people of Buckeye!

Kathy Alley · Women's
Thursdays at 10AM

I  have been a member of Desert Hills since 2014. I like hiking, riding my bike, and camping with my husband Jim. We have four adult children and eight grandchildren who we enjoy immensely.

Full Group

Eric & Cheri Dempsay  ·  General
Wednesdays at 6:30PM

We are long time residents of Arizona. We were married and raised our three daughters in the Glendale-Peoria area. Our Christian parents gave us the foundation for living our lives for Christ.

Steven Garner  ·  General
Tuesdays at 6:30PM

I grew up an Air Force brat and am an Army Veteran. Raised in a loving Christian home, I’m honored to serve as a small group leader. We love to dive deep into scripture at our group.

Bob & Holly Gorz  ·  General
Thursdays at 6:30PM

We have been in Arizona for just over a year, but our roots are in Chicago and New England. We're empty nesters, with 2 kids, 3 grandkids, and an old Maine Coon cat who thinks he's a dog. We love going on adventures and believe there's no such thing as a wrong turn, just opportunities to find fun things that you hadn't planned on.

Full Group

Dominic & Amanda Kalmeta  ·  General
Tuesdays at 6:30PM

We have been married for 10 years and love hanging out with our little one and a half year old son. We also enjoy reading, traveling and good coffee. If you're looking for a group where you can be yourself, connect with others and chat about the Bible, we're your people!

Blake & Katie Marshall  ·  General
Tuesdays at 6:30PM

We were set up at the school we were both working at and have been happily married for 16 years. We’re proud parents to two wonderful girls aged 14 and 11. We have hosted a small group for the last two years and are excited to see what God has in store for this season.

Harold Lea  ·  55+ Years Old
Thursdays at 3PM

I have been retired for several years and have taught both secondary and post-secondary education. Teaching is my pastime.

Jim & Dawn McCarty ·  General
Wednesdays at 6:30PM

Jim and Dawn McCarty have made a home together over the past 43 years, raising four men, and now enjoy 7  grandchildren.  Dawn is a full-time “Grammie” and Jim continues to work for the Air Force at Luke AFB.  Long time valley residents, circa 2004, and have found church home in a Christ centered, Bible preaching, Bible teaching church at Desert Hills Baptist.

David & Krystal Helgeson  ·  Young Couples
Mondays at 6:30PM

We have been Arizona just over a year. We both grew up in the Midwest and have been married for 7 years. We enjoy spending time with our 2 year old daughter Navy, traveling, the outdoors and meeting new people.

Full Group

Matt Ullman  · 55+ Years Old
Mondays at 3:30PM

I enjoy leading a 55+ group  that is filled with great conversation, a few laughs, and challenging thoughts at every meeting.

Full Group

Patrick & Hannah Dye · General
Wednesdays at 6:30PM

We are the Dye family, my wife and I have 4 outgoing daughters. We have been members of Desert Hills Baptist Church since 2017. We enjoy our times together as a family and serving our church.

Tom & Joyce Nichols  ·  55+ Years Old
Tuesdays at 10:30AM

Tom & Joyce are faithful members of Desert Hills and have journeyed with the church for over a decade. They enjoy morning walks, conversations with friends, and visiting with their kids and grandkids.

Elizabeth Zamora · Women's
Mondays at 6:30PM

Elizabeth has served along side her husband in ministry for 29 years, has raised four beautiful daughters and loves working with the ladies of our church. 

Tim and Tiffany Preuss | Jason and Kaitlin Christopher · Young Adult
Saturdays at 9AM

( Top: Tim and Tiffany) Hey everyone! We just got married in March and we are coming up on one year already. Tim enjoys reading, football and playing pool. Tiffany loves gardening, crafting and baking. Together we like to playing board games. Hope to get to know you soon :)

(Bottom: Jason and Kaitlyn) Kaitlin and I have been married for seven years. The Lord has blessed us with two beautiful children with another on the way. I am prior military and currently in law enforcement. Kaitlin is a stay-at-home mom. We are both GCU alumni. Join us as we work as a group to build community, grow in Biblical knowledge, and most importantly, work towards better representing Christ in our daily interactions.