Discipleship

Discipleship at Bon Air Baptist Church

Discipleship Events

Fun and festive occasions to get to know our Church family

Classes

Bible studies and classes, offered on Sundays and Wednesdays

Life Groups

Get involved in a special interest group that speaks to you

Media Resources

Learning resources to deepen your faith practice at home

Bon Books & Brew

Our Church coffee shop and bookstore

Membership

Become a member at Bon Air Baptist Church

Discipleship Classes

Adult Bible Study | Sunday Mornings

9:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Class List

 Adult Midweek Classes | Wednesday Nights

4:30 p.m. & 6:15 p.m.

Wednesday Class List

All-In Class

Learn about Bon Air Baptist Church and become a member

Class Info & Registration

Discipleship Events

Women’s Spring Retreat

Saturday, March 21
8;30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Maundy Thursday Worship

Thursday, April 2
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Virginia International Tattoo

Thursday, April 16
3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Spring Concert

Sunday, May 3
5:00 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.

Museum of the Bible

Tuesday, June 9
6:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Life Groups

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PrimeTimers & WMU

55+ Adult Ministry

PrimeTimers meets on the first Tuesday of the Month at 10:30 a.m. in the Commons 

3/10/2026 WMU Meeting – Pastor Robert Shehane, mission experiences in France.

4/7/2026 ~ Enchanted Music – Billy Mitchell (Solo Artist)

5/5/2026 ~ Leah G. Harlow & Brian Varble (Background Check. Passport. Missions. Testimonies)

6/2026 ~ Charles Wisinger – Portraying Edgar Allen Poe

About PrimeTimers

PrimeTimers

Join us every month on Tuesday for a speaker and Lunch. Call Cindy Canada at 804.754.5686 a week prior to the event to RSVP. Lunch $8.

See our 2024-2025 Program for dates and details.

About PrimeTimers

As part of Bon Air Baptist Church's mission, PrimeTimers was created by former Pastor, Norman Burnes, who envisioned people over the age of 50 coming together every month for Christian fellowship and to build new friendships. PrimeTimers ministers to the spiritual and emootional needs of its members and improves their quality of life by providing a time and space for making new connections, having fun, and expressing love to others as our Lord intended.

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Pathfinders

Hiking Group

Get outside and explore the trails in and around Richmond with the Pathfinders Life Group

Saturday | March 7 | 10:00 a.m. | Larus Park
historic 50th trek. 4 miles, moderate. Lunch at Joe’s Inn
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Saturday | April 4 | 10:00 a.m. | Slave Walk
Downtown Richmond

Saturday | April 25 | 10:00 a.m. | Hollywood Cemetery

Please RSVP to steveguthrow19@yahoo.com
About This Life Group

Pathfinders

Join Steve and Tina Guthrow as Bon Air Baptist’s Pathfinders life group explores the RVA and beyond, one hike at a time, at a comfortable pace conducive for enjoying scenery and good fellowship. The Pathfinders meet at various locations and cover short distances of a few miles to more hefty hikes of 10-plus miles on occasion. Great exercise; Bring family, friends, neighbors. Let’s pile up some steps

RSVP Steve Guthrow at (804) 350-0486 or steveguthrow19@yahoo.com

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Chain Reaction

Cycling Group 

Grab your bike and get on the road (or trails) with BABC's cycling group, Chain Reaction

Saturday | March 28 | 10:00 a.m. | Fall Line Trail
(Ashland)

Saturday | May 9 | 9:00 a.m. | Cap2Cap Race
Capital Trail

Please RSVP to steveguthrow19@yahoo.com

About this Life Group

Chain Reaction - Cycling Life Group

Our cycling life group is focused on utilizing the Capital Trail and several other great trails in the area. Friends, families, neighbors, and co-workers are encouraged and welcomed. Fun, fellowship, and health are the goals.

We skew fellowship over speed, so don’t think you gotta be a trail pro. Note that Chain Reaction will be primarily a Cap Trail group but will also tackle other terrains for added spice and strength.

Contact Steve Guthrow with any questions and help us grow this intrepid band with friends, family, neighbors and co-workers. Shoot me contact info for those around you that might like to join us. Happy Trails . . .

RSVP’ing for rides . . . always appreciated.

Please contact Steve Guthrow at 804-350-0486 or steveguthrow19@yahoo.com for information and to add your name to the roster.

Missions Sewing

Sewing & Needlecraft

Mission Sewing meets every other Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. to complete sewing projects for missions.

Contact This Life Group
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Dig In Garden Group

Gardening & Botanical Enthusiasts

About This Life Group

Dig In | Gardening Life Group

Do you have a green thumb and a love for gardening? Join “Dig In” as it takes bloom -- creating plant exchanges, visiting gardens, and addressing community service needs.

Contact Susan Schlaudt at 804-301-2481 or susansheridan50@gmail.com for more information. . Share your talents. Share your love.

Chain Reaction

It's a Big Dill

Pickleball Life Group

BABC's Recreation Ministry has open Pickleball Play from 12:00-3:00 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays in the gym.

About This Life Group

Pickleball at BABC: “It’s a Big Dill”

Pickleball has been part of the Bon Air Baptist DNA for more than a decade and continues to capture the sports-minded with creation of the new “It’s a Big Dill” Life Group.

Players will meet at the beautiful new Pickleball courts at Huguenot Park (on the Johnson Willis backside), 4:30 each Monday for what promises to be some spirited competition. All skill levels are welcome for this tremendous time of learning and fellowship. Perfect venue to learn the unique paddle game that is taking America by storm.

For questions about “It’s a Big Dill,” contact Brian Varble at 237-7866. See you on the court . . .

Note that Bon Air’s Recreation Ministry has open Pickleball Play from noon-3 on Mondays and Wednesdays in the church gym.

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Women's Bible Study

Women's Life Group

Monday Mornings | Rm. 348-350 | 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.

 

About This Life Group

Women's Bible Study | "Anxious for Notheing"

This Women's Bible Study is a 5-week class based on Max Lucado’s video series on “Be Anxious For Nothing”

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Ladies' Bible Study

Women's Life Group

Monday Mornings | Rm. 208 | 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

 

About This Life Group

Ladies' Bible Study | Bible-Based Discussion

A Ladie's Bible Study will be meeting in room 208 from 11:00-12:30 on Monday mornings weekly, starting September 15. A small, intimate group that will be going through the stories of the Old Testament chronologically and where appropriate, hooking the content to New Testament scripture. Who says the OT is irrelevant!
The Bible is our text.
Deborah Stephens, a former IMB Missionary will be facilitating. You can contact her at 804-624-8390 with questions. Please pray about joining!

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Men's Forge Noble Warriors Men's Conference

Men's Ministry of BABC

Saturday | March 21 | Grove Church | 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

List of Upcoming Events

Men's Breakfasts | Men's Ministry

Join Bon Air Baptist’s Men's Minstry for their monthly Mens Breakfast events.

Events Schedule:

  • January 24, 2026
  • February 21, 2026
  • April 25, 2026
  • May 16, 2026

Event details to follow, check our events listing for current information.

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Young Adult Ministry

Adults 18 -35

 

About This Life Group

Young Adult Ministry | 18-35

Join Bon Air Baptist’s Young Adult Ministry for Sunday School classes and events around Richmond..

Contact Justus Phillips justus.phillips@bonairbaptist.org for more information.

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Discover RVA

Local Events & Adventures

Irish Festival | March 22 | 1:30 p.m. | Church Hill

 

About This Life Group

Discover RVA | Local Events & Adventures

Join Bon Air Baptist’s newest life group, Discover RVA, as we seek out fun and fellowship in the Metro Area and beyond.

Contact Steve Guthrow at 804-350-0486 or steveguthrow19@yahoo.com for more information.

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Men's Forge

Men's Ministry of BABC Website

 

Ready to take the next step in your faith journey?

Getting baptized symbolizes your commitment to faith and a new beginning in Christ. Sign up for your baptism at Bon Air Baptist Church today and celebrate this significant milestone with our supportive community.

Baptism Info & Registration

Interested in joining or starting a Life Group?

Contact Steve Guthrow to learn how you can share your talents and get involved.

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Media Resources

Bon Air Baptist Church Library

Your local library resource with over 9,000 Christian books, audiobooks, DVDs and study materials