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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 [email protected]. 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 ‘ol
fashioned game night
Table Tennis melbourne
• Led by Ade Awobusuyi (321) 749-7136
• 2nd & 4th Sunday @ 6:30 pm
• Fellowship & a friendly ping pong match
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
• Led by Sonny Thompson (321) 863-8645
& Nancy Williamson (321) 543-4505
Activities
• 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) 298-8724
• 2nd & 4th 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, 21+ years old)
Couch to 5k - “C25K” cocoa village
• Led by Tonya McDuffie (321) 543-4575
• 1st & 3rd Sunday @ 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 Triathletes 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
Thursday Night Women’s Bible Study merritt island
Teaching & Discussion
• 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
East Coast Writers merritt island
• 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
• Led by the Harfs (321) 431-4544 & the Hoyles (443) 668-3933
• 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 rockledge
• Led by Debbie Powell (321) 266-8901
• Tuesday @ 6:30 pm
• Bible Study discussion group focused on Andrew
Wommack’s book, “The Believer’s Authority”
Made to Crave merritt island
• Led by Celina Alderman (321) 537-1442
• Meets weekly - Time & Day TBA
• Women’s only nutritional accountability and educational
group based on Lysa Terkeurst’s book, “Made to Crave”
Teaching & Discussion
Deeper Still 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 & Bobbie Santos (832) 513-5073
• 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 Aprille Roberts (321) 544-1503
• 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, Elizabeth Whitley, and Andrew Cettina
(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) 848-3838 & Shannon Kabran
• 2nd & 4th Saturday @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
• Mentorship, fellowship, and relationship-building for
middle-school girls
Age Specific Groups
Vessel brevard county