Life Group info can also be found online at:
www.eccc.us/lifegroups
make the connection by Pastor Dan Stallbaum
Recently,
I’ve been thinking about the idea of connections. I did some research on the topic and found that Dictionary.com lists nearly twenty different meanings! This list shows how amazing and multi-faceted this concept is.
Here are just a few: - The act or state of connecting. - Anything that connects; connecting part; link; bond; electrical connection. - Association; relationship. - A circle of friends or associates. - Association with or development of something observed, imagined, discussed.
- A specific vehicle, airplane, ship, etc. boarded in making connections. - A relative, esp. by marriage or distant blood relationship. - A source of supply for goods, material, etc., that is scarce, difficult, or illegal to obtain. - A group of persons connected by political or religious ties. - Associates, relations, acquaintances, or friends, esp. having some influence or power. - A channel of communication: a bad telephone connection. Connections can be both casual and
life-saving. They are a vital part of life and a vital part of the church. Jesus had the big connections, teaching thousands on hillsides and thousands in the temple. Crowds followed Him wherever He went. It seems, though, that His more intimate connections held the greatest value. Think of the twelve disciples in boats on a stormy lake; Peter, James and John alone with Him on the Mount of Transfiguration; Mary discovering Him by the garden tomb after He had risen. These were the connections that meant the most to Him. What kind of connections is God trying to start in your life? Where is He trying to take you? What power is He trying to release? What communication is He trying to make with you? What bad connections is He trying to remove? A Life Group is the place to make Godbased connections that could lead to more than you could ever ask or think. C’mon – GET CONNECTED!
Thank you for taking time to read our Spring 2011 Life Group Guide.
We are so excited about what God is doing in our church this year, especially within the small group setting we call Life Groups. Life Groups are integral to our ministry here at East Coast Christian Center and we need them in order to run an effective church ministry. As we continue to grow and God continues to build us, our Life Groups become even more important in providing opportunities for you to connect with smaller ministries throughout our church. In your hands, you hold the opportunity to join a Life Group and take a step deeper into East Coast Christian Center. Take some time and look at the groups that we offer. If you find one that sparks your interest, fill out the connection card to sign up. We offer a wide range of groups that meet on several different nights of the week. If you’re looking for someone to motivate you or to help you grow in your walk with God, this is the place you’ll find it. No matter what stage of life or area of spiritual growth you’re in, we have something for you. If you happen to not find a group that meets your interest, call me and we’ll discuss what it takes for you to start a Life Group of your own.
get connected
I am here to serve you in the best way I can and I would love to help you find a group that best fits your needs. I am available during the week at 321-452-1060 x. 132 and at jwalling@eccc.us. Call or email me and I will help you get plugged into a connection that best suits you and will help you grow.
Jonathan Walling
Life Group Director
Intercessory Prayer merritt island • Led by Marie DeFile (321) 537-4710 • Mondays @ 7:00 pm • Intercessory prayer focused on the pastors, services, and issues affecting the community
Families of Inmates merritt island • Led by David Musalo (321) 288-3460 & Dorothy Follett • 1st Monday @ 7:30 pm • Find help, support, and resources needed to repair and strengthen relationships with family members imprisoned
God’s Promises for Mothers - “GP4M” cocoa • Led by Jennifer Balk (616) 308-8720 • 1st & 3rd Wednesday @ 4:00 - 5:00pm • Providing support and encouragement for mothers through Bible study and fellowship • Led by John Eller (321) 412-7175 & Viron Payne • Teusdays @ 7:00 pm • Bible study and fellowship group for men (18+)
iDo merritt island • Led by Ken & Lisa Johnsen (321) 749-2278 • Twice a month @ 7:00 pm • Bible study and fellowship for newly-married couples to learn how to build a solid marriage
21st Century Marriage merritt island • Led by Keith & Brenda Brown (321) 453-1624 • 1st & 3rd Fridays @ 7:00 pm • For all married couples to learn how to keep a marriage alive and thriving
Parenting Beyond Your Capacity cocoa • Led by Adam & Peggy Orenczak (321) 795-2006 • 3rd Sundays @ 4:00 - 7:00 pm • Where parents fellowship and gain Godly insight by studying the book, “Parenting Beyond Your Capacity”
Ministry & Relationships
Promise Keepers merritt island
Board Games & Cards merritt island
• Led by Teresa Sawyer (321) 452-4511 • 1st & 3rd Saturdays @ 7:00 pm • You are guaranteed to have a blast at this good ‘ole fashioned game night
Yoga Fit for Life merritt island • Led by Mary Viera (321) 749-7136 • 2nd & 4th Saturday @ 10:00 am • Yoga-centered fitness group open to everyone
Stirring it Up rockledge
• Led by Cindy Smith (321) 794-9673 • 2nd Saturday @ 2:00 pm • For ladies, both experienced and beginners, looking for new recipes, cooking techniques, and fellowship
Surf 88 cocoa beach
• Led by Bill Sapp (321) 698-4677 & Steve Harf (321) 431-4544 • Saturdays @ 8:00 am • Dudes-only Bible study and surf session
Make a Joyful Noise merritt island
• Led by John Riggs (321) 427-3670 • Fridays @ 7:30 pm • Providing a place for musicians to jam out and be inspired
S.O.C.I.A.L central florida
Activities
• Led by Sonny Thompson (321) 863-8645 • Meeting TBA • Socialize with other Christians, both men and women, who meet up for concerts, guest speakers, and worship
East of Broadway merritt island • Led by Sam Milburn (321) 459-0755 • 1st & 3rd Sunday @ 6:30 pm • Meet up with others who share your flare for the dramatic, review plays to produce and perform
Women of Caliber merritt island
• Led by Hilda Bouck (321) 454-2224 • Meeting TBA • Women-only shooting & self-defense group (application approval required)
Couch to 5k - “C25K” cocoa village • Led by Tonya McDuffie (321) 543-4575 • Saturdays @ 4:00 pm • Couch to 5k running group for every kind of runner
F.I.T. - Faith, Inspiration, Testimony merritt island • Led by Tonya McDuffie (321) 543-4575 • 1st & 3rd Saturday @ 10:00 am • Find support and encouragement in this workout group setting
Abundant Life merritt island • Led by Robin Cusanelli (321) 636-7224 • Saturdays @ 9:00 am • Study the Bible and how it applies to living a healthy life
Em-Bark cocoa beach • Led by Dan & Melissa Coates (321) 431-5399 • Sundays @ 3:00 pm • Fellowship for you and your canine companion
Getting Snippy rockledge • Led by Suzanne Ellis (321) 638-3962 • 1st Saturday @ 2:00 pm • Learn how to save money by clipping coupons and putting together deals • Led by Silvio Marino (321) 205-6430 • Meeting TBA • All-you-can-eat sushi and fellowship, prepared by a trained sushi chef, cost is $10
East Coast Triatheletes cocoa
• Led by Joe Campbell (321) 505-1041 & Matt Stallbaum (321) 452-1060 • Meeting TBA • Triathalon training fitness and support group
Activities
Sushi Night cocoa beach
Faith Warriors merritt island
• Led by Alease Hinton & Ann Eller (321) 455-9733 • 1st & 3rd Tuesday @ 6:30 pm • Bible study and prayer for issues affecting your home and family situations. Jack Hayford “Spirit Filled People”
Women of Power merritt island
• Led by Amy Brandes (321) 452-6879 • Tuesdays @ 10:00 am • Women’s study and fellowship group focused on Kay Arthur’s book, “When the Hurt Runs Deep” (childcare is provided)
Financial Peace University merritt island
• Led by Bill & Jennifer Romanoff (321) 208-7167 • Sundays @ 2:00 pm • Study Dave Ramsey’s tools to budget, save money, improve credit, and find the key to financial freedom
Healing For The Whole Person merritt island
• Led by Dr. Bob Bowers (321) 453-6648 • Mondays @ 6:30 pm • Mend your body, soul, and spirit through studying the Word and God’s promises
Teaching & Discussion
Thursday Night Women’s Bible Study merritt island
• Led by Terrell Watkins (321) 271-2729 & Nancy Gammon (321) 720-4879 • Thursday @ 6:30 pm • Women’s study and fellowship group focused on Priscilla Shirer’s book, “One in a Million” (childcare is provided)
Men of Brevard merritt island
• Led by Al Wilson & Lee Wooten (321) 960-2719 • Tuesdays @ 7:00 pm • Men’s Bible study and fellowship group (18+)
Acts 29 titusville
• Led by Christian & AnnMarie Hurston (321) 794-5121 • 1st Sunday @ 4 - 5:00 pm • A time of worship, fellowship, and discussion of the weekend message and Pastor Dan’s notes
I am Second merritt island
• Led by Jonathan Walling (321) 452-1060 • Thursdays @ 6:30 pm • Study based on materials from “I am Second”
I am Second merritt island
• Led by Ivan Hidalgo (321) 987-9566 • Fridays @ 6:30 pm • Study based on the materials from “I am Second”
Acts Now indialantic
• Led by Lyle & Jennifer Snyder (321) 890-7828 • 1st & 3rd Tuesdays @ 7:00 pm • Study early church fellowship modeled after the book of Acts
Getting Started merritt island
• Led by Pastor Ray Goolsby (321) 452-1060 • Sundays @ 4:00 pm • Bible study and support group open to new believers focusing on the foundation of Christianity
Message Rewind merritt island
• Led by the Radleins (321) 749-7234 & Kabrans (321) 455-9315 • 1st & 3rd Sunday @ 6:00 pm • A fun and lively discussion review of the weekend message, share insight, and catch something you might’ve missed • Led by Evelyn Miracle (321) 452-1817 • 1st & 3rd Sunday @ 6:30 pm • Find insight, encouragement, and creativity in this group open to both new and experienced writers
Deeper Still merritt island • Led by Steve & Marcia Harf (321) 431-4544 • 2nd Tuesday @ 6:30 pm • Dig deeper into the weekend message, share insight, and discuss Pastor Dan’s notes
Andrew Wommack’s “The War is Over” cocoa beach
• Led by Lu Crews (321) 784-1031 • 1st & 3rd Monday @ 7:00 pm • Bible study focused on Andrew Wommack’s book, “The War is Over”
Freedom Dwellers brevard county
• Led by Debbie Powell (321) 266-8901 • Tuesday @ 6:30 pm • Bible Study discussion group focused on Joyce Meyer’s book, “Battlefield of the Mind”
Teaching & Discussion
East Coast Writers merritt island
The Mezzanine young adult groups Upper Room merritt island
• Led by Jeremy Andress (407) 791-2453 • Sunday @ 6:00 pm • Weekly prayer group for Mezzanine service, Pastor Matt, and issues surrounding the young adult community
Unveil merritt island
• Led by Rachel Renniger (321) 759-1609 • Tuesdays @ 7:00 pm • Young adult ladies’ Bible study geared toward finding a passion and self-worth in Christ
The Line merritt island
• Led by John Constantinide (321) 720-7411 • Tuesdays @ 7:30 pm • Bible study focused on relevant teachings and fellowship for young men (18+)
Servants H.E.A.R.T.S. brevard county • Led by Aprille Roberts (321) 544-1503 • Meeting TBA • Community outreach group to meet at various events
Salsa Craze merritt island
Age Specific Groups
• Led by John Constantinide (321) 720-7411 & Rhesa Sutherland (321) 848-2208 • Fridays @ 8:30 pm • Salsa Dancing group
Throwback Sports merritt island
• Led by Don Holzberger (321) 848-5648 • Thursdays @ 5:30 pm • Group sports for guys and gals
Married & Engaged merritt island
• Led by Akeline Lopes (321) 453-1043 • Every other Friday @ 8:00 pm • Bible study and social group for both married and engaged couples
True Image merritt island
• Led by Aprille Roberts (321) 544-1503 & Amelia Eastes (321) 501-9563 • Every other Monday @ 6:00 pm • Young adult ladies’ focus group to encourage and find an identity in Christ
J.O.B. - Jump On Board cocoa beach
• Led by Brandon Sewell (321) 208-1885 & Omar Ramos (516) 554-6376 • Thursdays @ 7:00 pm • Guys-only surfing group and Bible study
MMA Fitness merritt island
• Led by Matt Dawley (321) 271-1284 • Saturdays @ 6:00 pm • Mixed martial arts exercise group for men and women
Run the Race merritt island
• Led by Drew Cordes (321) 749-7736 • Sunday @ 6:45 am • Running group for both men and women
TNT & Identity middle school & high school groups Awesome merritt island
• Led by Bev & Art Lucero and Elizabeth Whitley (321) 452-8340 • Mondays @ 6:30 pm • Co-ed Bible study and fellowship for teens • Led by Corey Goolsby & Jordan Hall (321) 368-8487 • Tuesday @ 6:30 pm • A high school and college-level discipleship study for guys only
Picture It brevard county
• Led by Debbie DeMarzo (321) 213-4267 • Meeting Once a Month TBA • For beginner and veteran photographers to meet up and find different photo opportunities
Take Root rockledge
• Led by Cassie Filardo (813) 482-5192 • Meeting Once a Month TBA • Co-ed Bible study and board games for teens
The Flame Girls Life Group brevard county
• Led by Lori Peery (321) 455-6470 & Shannon Kabran • 1st & 3rd Sunday @ 6:00 pm • Mentorship, fellowship, and relationship-building for middle-school girls
Age Specific Groups
Vessel brevard county