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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 this concept really 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.

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- 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 God-based 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 Fall 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 deeper step 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 and weekend. If you’re looking for someone to mo-tivate 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 spiri-tual 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. 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 ext. 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

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Intercessory Prayer merritt island

Families of Inmates merritt island

Promise Keepers merritt island

iDo merritt island

21st Century Marriage merritt island

• Led by Marie DeFile (321) 537-4710• Mondays @ 7:00 pm• Intercessory prayer focused on ECCC pastors, services, and issues affecting our community

• Led by David Musalo (321) 458-2456 & Dorothy Follett• 1st Monday @ 7:30 pm• Find help, support, and resources needed to repair and strengthen relationships with family members in prison

• Led by John Eller (321) 412-7175 & Viron Payne• Tuesdays @ 7:00 pm• Bible study and fellowship group for men (18+)

• Led by Ken & Lisa Johnsen (321) 749-2278• 2nd & 4th Friday @ 7:00 pm• Bible study and fellowship for newly-married couples to learn how to build a solid and lasting marriage

• Led by Keith & Brenda Brown (321) 453-1624• 1st & 3rd Friday @ 7:00 pm• For married couples who want to learn how to keep a marriage thriving

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Parenting Beyond Your Capacity cocoa

• Led by Adam & Peggy Orenczak (321) 795-2006• 2nd & 4th Sunday @ 5:00 - 7:00 pm• Parents fellowship and gain Godly insight by studying the book, “Parenting Beyond Your Capacity”

HEALTH for Women merritt island

• Led by Stacy Barthelmes (321) 305-4144• Meeting TBA• Helping women through life with a passion to encourage each other and know that God is greater than their struggles

Activities

Board Games & Laughter Therapy merritt island

East of Broadway merritt island

• Led by Teresa Sawyer (321) 452-4511• 1st & 3rd Saturday @ 7:00 pm • Set your inner child free to play and laugh until your sides ache in this high-spirited life group for ages 16+

• 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

5K on the Parkway cocoa village

Abundant Life merritt island

• Led by Tonya McDuffie (321) 543-4575• Sundays @ 5:30 pm• Couch to 5k running group for every kind of runner

• Led by Robin Cusanelli (321) 917-9679 & Marie Defile• Saturdays @ 9:30 am• Focused on whole life health - Spirit, Soul & Body!

East Coast Adventure Sports cocoa

• Led by Joe Campbell (321) 505-1041 & Matt Stallbaum• Meeting TBA• Outdoor sports, fitness, and adventure group

Dinners for Eight brevard county

• Led by Greg & Lori Peery (321) 848-3838• Friday or Saturday night @ 6:00 pm (based on host availability)• Designed to allow people a chance to host and attend a small, intimate dinner gathering for up to 8 people at a time

Breaking Bread “Couponing for the Food Pantry” merritt island

• Led by Edna Fortner (407) 256-0359• 1st & 3rd Monday @ 7:00 pm• Learn the tricks and trades of couponing to help ECCC’s Food Pantry

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

• 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

Table Tennis melbourne

• Led by Ade Awobusuyi (321) 961-6567• 2nd & 4th Sunday @ 6:30 pm• Fellowship and a friendly ping pong match

Women of Caliber merritt island

• Led by Rachel Reninger (321) 759-1609, Hilda Bouck (321) 454-2224 & Jane Gosdin• Meeting TBA• Women-only shooting & self-defense group (application approval required, 21+ years old)

• Led by Joe Campbell (321) 505-1041 & Matt Stallbaum• Meeting TBA• Outdoor sports, fitness, and adventure group

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es• Led by Greg & Lori Peery (321) 848-3838• Friday or Saturday night @ 6:00 pm (based on host availability)• Designed to allow people a chance to host and attend a small, intimate dinner gathering for up to 8 people at a time

• Led by Edna Fortner (407) 256-0359• 1st & 3rd Monday @ 7:00 pm• Learn the tricks and trades of couponing to help ECCC’s Food Pantry

Word in the Wind eccc parking lot

• Led by Chris & Melody Artura (321) 591-7246• 2nd Saturday @ 9:00 am, kickstands up @ 9:30 am• Meet other motorcyclists for a relaxing drive, refreshing discussion, and lunch

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Faith Warriors merritt island

Healing For The Whole Person merritt island

I am Second rockledge

• 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

• Led by Dr. Bob Bowers (321) 453-6648• Mondays @ 6:30 pm• Mend your body, soul, and spirit through studying God’s Word and promises

• Led by Jonathan Walling (321) 403-2011• Thursdays @ 6:30 pm• A study based on the materials from the website “www.iamsecond.com”

Deeper Still merritt island

Andrew Wommack’s “Spirit, Soul & Body” cocoa beach

• 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

• Led by Lu Crews (321) 784-1031• 1st & 3rd Monday @ 7:00 pm• Bible study focused on Andrew Wommack’s book “Spirit, Soul & Body”

Freedom Dwellers rockledge

• Led by Debbie Powell (321) 262-8901• Tuesdays @ 6:30 pm• Ladies-only Bible Study discussion group designed to dive deeper into the Word and encourage a closer walk with God

Christianity & Culture merritt island

• Led by Ken & Patti Marks (321) 806-3370• Meeting TBA• Study based on interpreting and communicating the Gospel in a post-modern world to illustrate Biblical principles

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Thursday Night Women’s Bible Study merritt island

Men of Brevard merritt island

Worship Remix merritt island

• Led by Terrell Watkins (321) 271-2729• Thursdays @ 6:30 pm• Women’s study and fellowship group focused on Lisa Bevere’s book “Lioness Arising” (childcare is provided)

• Led by Al Wilson & Lee Wooten (321) 960-2719• Tuesdays @ 7:00 pm• Men’s Bible study and fellowship group (18+)

• Led by Christian & AnnMarie Hurston (321) 794-5121• 2nd Friday @ 8:00 pm• A time of worship, fellowship, and a discussion of the weekend message including Pastor Dan’s notes

Treasure Hunts merritt island

Message Rewind merritt island

• Led by Lyle & Jennifer Snyder (321) 890-7828• Saturdays @ 7:00 pm• A group that focuses on evangelism and winning the lost through operating in the Gifts of the Spirit

• 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

Getting Started merritt island

• Led by Pastor Ray Goolsby (321) 452-1060• 2nd & 4th Sunday• Bible study and support group open to new believers focusing on the foundation of Christianity

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The MezzanineUpper Room merritt island

Unveiled merritt island

The Line merritt island

Servants HEARTS brevard county

Salsa Fuego merritt island

MMA Fitness merritt island

Run the Race merritt island

Vessel brevard county

• Led by Sam Klimmek (573) 201-9816• Sundays @ 5:00 pm• Prayer group for Mezzanine service and Pastor Matt, including issues surrounding the young adult community

• Led by Rachel Reninger (321) 759-1609• Tuesdays @ 7:00 pm• Young adult ladies’ Bible study geared toward findinga passion and self-worth in Christ

• Led by John Constantinide (321) 720-7411 & Bill Munsey (407) 645-1076• Tuesdays @ 7:30 pm• Bible study and fellowship for young men (18+)

• Led by Aprille Roberts (321) 544-1503 • Meeting TBA• Community outreach group to meet at various events

• Led by John Constantinide (321) 720-7411 & Rhesa Sutherland (321) 848-2208 • Fridays @ 8:30 pm• Salsa Dancing group

• Led by Matt Dawley (321) 271-1284• Saturdays @ 6:00 pm• Mixed martial arts exercise group for men and women

• Led by Aprille Roberts (321) 544-1503 • Sunday @ 6:45 am• Running group for both men and women

• Led by Jordan Hall (321) 368-8487• Every other Tuesday @ 6:30 pm• Co-ed Bible study for young adults 18+ who are commited to glorifying Jesus by following Him in daily living

young adult groups

TNT & IdentityAwesome merritt island

Take Root rockledge

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• Led by John Constantinide (321) 720-7411 & Rhesa Sutherland (321) 848-2208 • Fridays @ 8:30 pm• Salsa Dancing group

• Led by Bev & Art Lucero (321) 452-8340• Mondays @ 6:30 pm• Co-ed Bible study mentoring young men & women to be disciples of Christ and tomorrow’s leaders

• Led by Cassie Filardo (813) 482-5192 • Meeting once a Month• Co-ed Bible study and board games for teens

middle school & high school groups

The Flame Girls Life Group brevard county

• Led by Lori Peery (321) 848-3838 • 3rd Saturday• Mentorship, fellowship, and relationship-building formiddle-school aged girls

Maranatha! merritt island

• Led by Ben Waldrop (321) 480-8943 & Stafford Hampton (386) 451-9817• 2nd & 4th Monday @ 7:30 pm• Co-ed Bible study on end times bible prophecy utilizing the study guide “Charting the End Times” by Tim Lahaye

Lies Young Women Believe merritt island

• Led by Shannon Kabran (321) 452-8340• Tuesdays @ 6:00 pm• Young women’s group (ages 13-17) based on the book “Lies Young Women Believe,” exposing the world’s lies and learning to walk in truth

Poured Out cocoa

• Led by Cassie Filardo (813) 482-5192, Melissa Scott & Allyson Goolsby• Every other Tuesday @ 6:30 pm• Girls-only discipleship group