Life-Connect Groups
Welcome to the LifeConnect Small Groups Ministry section!
It is our belief that the most natural way people find friends is around something they share in common; an interest, a hobby, a goal or task, a stage of life, a common experience, or a common need. Because of this belief, we have developed and implemented LifeConnect Small Groups Ministries.
We would love to see you get plugged in and discover LifeConnect for yourself. Below, you will find the current Small Groups available through LifeConnect.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Min. Brooks (LifeConnect Group Director) at lifeconnect@abundantlifetabernacle.com
Newest LifeConnect Groups:
· On The Same Page, Book Club - A group of women (all
ages) who will read the same book(s) and gather to fellowship and discuss the
book’s text, and what the word of God says about the
subject. Leader: Tracy
Laudermilk Contact: (419) 688-2424
-Childcare
Provided: No
-Requirements: Women
only, Purchase your copy of the book(s) to be read.
· The Financial Breakthrough Group - This group is
specifically designed for those who want a breakthrough in the area of their
finances. Teaching and discussion will help group members to think
scripturally about financial matters and will include and food and times of
fellowship. Leaders: Ken and Laurine Levesque Contact:
(419) 571-7098 or klevesquebiz@alo.com
-Childcare Provided: No
-Requirement: Purchasing a copy of the book is highly
recommended but not required.
Continuing
LifeConnect Groups:
· Becoming One -
A fellowship and small group study for married or engaged couples, designed to
build and strengthen marriages. Leaders: Heidi & Tom
Ewing, Contact: 419-564-2978 or 419-564-2762
-Childcare
Provided: Not every semester, please call.
-Requirements: Married or engaged Couples, Purchase of materials may be required.
· Chosen
Generation - A fellowship of Young Adults, married or unmarried,
with a focus on helping individuals in this age group to stay connected to the
church, and to God, during a transitional stage from youth to adulthood. Leaders:
Matt & Dawn Winemiller, Contact: 419-565-4895 or 419-512-1559
-Childcare
Provided: No
-Requirements: Young
Adults only
Men of Integrity - Men of all ages
connecting for times of fellowship, prayer, enjoying a meal, or even to serve
the elderly or less privileged of our church and community. Leaders:
Scott Biettner, Allen “Groovy” Osborne, Contact: Scott
419-564-5430, Allen
419-566-1090
-Childcare
Provided: No
-Requirements: Men
(of any age)
· Never Alone -
Men and women, who are single by choice or chance, and fellowship together not
with the intention of finding a mate, but to support one another in their daily
lives and in their walks with
Christ. Leader: Jackie
Bentley, Contact: 419-564-4346
-Childcare
Provided: No
-Requirements: None,
but designed for Singles
· Seasoned
Saints - A group of people who have been blessed to reach a
certain age, retirement age or older, and know that God still has purpose for
their lives. They meet once a month for fellowship, a meal, or an
outing and encourage one another. They hope their wisdom can speak
into the lives of others. Leader: Pat
Hightower, Contact:
419-522-9600
-Childcare
Provided: No
-Requirements: None,
but designed for retirement age or older.
· Sister to
Sister - Women of any age, sisters in Christ, who meet once a week
to encourage one another in the Lord, to pray and to study the Word of God as
it relates to women’s issues. Leader: Kim
Rawls, Contact: 419-524-5341
-Childcare
Provided: No
-Requirements: Women
Only, Purchase of materials may be recommended.
FAQ:
Q: What is an ‘affinity’
group?
A: An affinity group is a
group of people who meet for fellowship, or connection, around a common
interest. In this case our primary common interest is Christ, then
secondly it might be: prayer, evangelism, community service, books, fishing,
men’s issues, quilting, and the list goes on and on.
Q: Where will we be meeting?
A: It could be just about
anywhere. Ask the leader of the group you choose. It may
be at the church facility, or in a home, or at the park. As
Life-Connect groups develop it is more likely to be somewhere in
the community than at our facility. We are the
church. Let’s take Christ to the streets!
Q: How often will my group
meet?
A: Again, ask the
leader. Some will meet every week. Some will only meet
once a month.
Q: Will child care be
available?
A: Some groups may allow you
to bring your children, some will not, ask the leader what the protocol is for
your group of choice. But in answer to the question, child care will
be your own responsibility at this stage.
Q: Can I lead a Life-Connect
Group?
A: You may fill out a
“Life-Connect New Leader Application” and
“Life-Connect Group Description Form.” All applications and group
descriptions will be reviewed by the Pastor and the Life-Connect Group
Director. Those approved, will be required to attend the
quarterly Life-Connect Training/Equipping day and agree to the guidelines
set forth by Pastoral leadership.