WEDNESDAY
WEDNESDAY
Life Together Edwin & Lanaya Comstock
Map for the Teen Years Mark & Kristy Schaufler
[email protected] Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (Wednesday) Location: Room 205 Starts: January 20th Who? Everyone Duration: 10 weeks Group Info: This group will help you connect with other parents of teens. Topics covered will be; anger, wounds, purpose, success, and gender differences. Ample time will be given for questions and answers with Mark and Kristy.
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM (Wednesday) Location: 1420 Noble Firs Ct SE, Lacey Starts: January 20th Who? Everyone Duration: Ongoing Group Info: See the Bible come alive in the DVD series, ‘Prophets and Kings’ by Ray Vander Laan. This relational group always connects through great conversation and snacks.
NEW GROUP
Cancer Support Group Kelly Murray
Philippians Study Jetta Beacon
[email protected] Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Wednesday) Location: Room 204 Starts: January 20th Who? Everyone Duration: 10 weeks Group Info: We welcome anyone whose lives have been touched by cancer. Open to people currently battling cancer as well as survivors and their family and friends.
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM (Wednesday) Location: 3519 Merryman Place, Olympia Starts: January 20th Who? Women Duration: 8 weeks Group Info: Join us as we study Paul’s letter to the church at Philippi, Philippians the book about joy.
Study and Service Greg & Laura Fend
The Marriage You Always Wanted NEW GROUP John & Sharon Olson
NEW GROUP
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Wednesday) Location: 6915 Inlay Street SE, Lacey (Horizon Pointe) Starts: January 20th Who? Everyone Duration: Ongoing Group Info: Discussion of the book ‘Barefoot Church’ by Brandon Hatmaker. Group will go beyond the book to serve the community monthly while focused on being the hands and feet of Jesus. A high commitment group which will be given the opportunity to fund its own service projects.
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Wednesday) Location: HUB 2 Starts: January 20th Who? Everyone Duration: 8 weeks Group Info: Drop the kids off and join us across the street in the HUB for this lively marriage discussion group based on the DVD, ‘The Marriage You Always Wanted’ by Gary Chapman.
THURSDAY Rainier Life Group Clint & Cindy Stephens
TUESDAY NEW GROUP
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM (Thursday) Location: 13838 Sunny Court, Rainier Starts: January 21st Who? Everyone Duration: Through May Group Info: Gospel or law? Faith or works? These key questions will be discussed and answered as we study the book of Galatians written by the apostle Paul. Looking for a home group in Rainier? Join us!
[email protected] Time: 6:30PM – 8:30PM (Tuesday) Location: Room 205 Starts: January 19th Who? Everyone Duration: 14 weeks Group Info: A grief support group offering help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend.
Young Marrieds Jim & Kim Baranski
Bible Study Cheryl Sparkuhl
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM (Tuesday) Location: 4132 Ingleside Loop SE, Lacey Starts: January 19th Who? Young Marrieds Duration: Through school year Group Info: Once you and your spouse understand what it means to love and respect, relational landmines can be avoided. Experience greater love, deeper intimacy and move toward the kind of marriage that God desires and designed for you.
Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (Thursday) Location: 3738 Donnelly Court SE, Olympia Starts: January 21st Who? Everyone Duration: Ongoing Group Info: Please join our group as we study Ephesians, Philippians and Colossians.
Experiencing the Holy Spirit Ed & Char Shipley
GriefShare Bill & Thea Warrington
NEW GROUP
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM (Thursday) Location: 4533 Claridge Drive SE, Olympia Starts: January 21st Who? Everyone Duration: Ongoing Group Info: In this life there will be trials and you will be tested. Are you fully “clothed with the Holy Spirit,” so you can withstand the challenges that are coming your way? Join us to learn, experience and grow! * Every other Thursday is a potluck!
WEDNESDAY Living With a Chronic Illness Jennifer Ganey
NEW GROUP
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Wednesday) Location: HUB 3 Starts: January 20th Who? Women Duration: 8 weeks Group Info: Living with a chronic illness can feel isolating, but you are not alone. In this group we will discuss ways to thrive while dealing with illness and support one another in our healing and faith journeys.
TUESDAY
THURSDAY
Widow’s Group Dee Woods
Interrupted Debby Smith
Time: NOON – 1:30 PM, 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month Location: Room 205 Starts: January 19th Who? Women Duration: Ongoing Group Info: This group encourages and educates widows through prayer, activities, speakers and fun.
Time: 6:30 PM (Thursday) Location: 4011 Indian Summer Dr SE, Olympia Starts: January 21st Who? Women Duration: 6 weeks Group Info: Ladies, please join us as we look at the book ‘Interrupted’ by Jen Hatmaker. Through a fresh and surprising look at scripture, ‘Interrupted’, will frustrate you, make you uncomfortable, and challenge your sensibilities. It’s the Bible study no one wants to do because everything may have to change.
Strengthening and Stretching Linda Pedersen Time: 2:00 – 3:00 PM (Tuesday) Location: Room 101 Starts: January 19th Who? Women Duration: Ongoing Group Info: Stretching, strengthening, and balance exercises for any age. Please provide your own mat.
Men’s Group Richard Norton Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (Thursday) Location: Room 102 Starts: January 21st Who? Men Duration: Ongoing Group Info: A discussion-based group, studying the Bible. The evening is usually accompanied with snacks.
Women of Wisdom Elaine Fischer-House Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM (Tuesday) Location: HUB 1 Starts: January 19th Who? Women Duration: Ongoing Group Info: This study group will be following Ray Vander Laan through the land of the Bible in this DVD series. Filmed on location in the Middle East, each lesson illuminates the historical, geographical and cultural context of scripture. Study guides will be available, cost TBA.
Chess Club Art Hernandez Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (Tuesday) Location: Coffee Shop @ FAL Starts: January 19th Who? Everyone Duration: Ongoing Group Info: Chess originated in Afghanistan before 600 A.D. Join us if you enjoy fellowship & playing. If you have a chess set, please bring it.
[email protected] FRIDAY TOPS – Take Off Pounds Sensibly Alice Silva Time: 9:00 AM -11:00 AM (Friday) Location: HUB 1 & HUB 2 Starts: January 22nd Who? Everyone Duration: Ongoing Group Info: TOPS is a national organization for real people who want to lose real weight. This is a support group to help you reach your weight loss goals. First meeting is free, please come check it out! *Cost is $35.00.
FRIDAY
MONDAY Young Adults Group Blake Rasmussen
Wise Guys Bob Ritchey
[email protected] Time: 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM (Monday) Location: HUB 3 Starts: January 18th Who? Men Duration: Ongoing Group Info: A great way to start your week by meeting together to discuss the weekend message.
Time: 7:00 PM (Friday) Location: Various locations Starts: January 29th, every other Friday Who? Young adults Duration: Ongoing Group Info: This is an upbeat young adult group for ages 18 to 25 that meets for food, fellowship and fun! *Please contact Pastor Blake for information and meeting locations.
Strengthening and Stretching Linda Pedersen Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (Friday) Location: Room 101 Starts: January 22nd Who? Men and Women Duration: Ongoing Group Info: Stretching, strengthening, and balance exercises for any age. Please provide your own mat.
Revealing God’s Treasure Scott Parvi Time: 7:30 PM (Friday) Location: 6142 Cate Farm Ct. SE, Olympia Starts: January 22nd Who? Everyone Duration: 8 weeks Group Info: Exciting discoveries have been made in the area of biblical archeology. Compelling evidence that God is revealing His treasure in these last days to validate many stories told in His word.
TUESDAY Ladies’ Group Cathi Schwartz
NEW GROUP
[email protected] Time: 6:00 PM (Tuesday) Location: Various locations Starts: January 19th Who? Women Duration: Ongoing Group Info: Come join our ladies’ group as we meet weekly at different restaurants for a meal, prayer, and encouragement.
Marriage Transformation Jesse & Donna Stockard
NEW GROUP
[email protected] Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (Tuesday) Location: 6514 33rd Ave SE, Lacey Starts: January 19th Who? Everyone Duration: 6 weeks Group Info: In this marriage makeover DVD and study guide, Andy Stanley’s three key teachings will help you transform your marriage expectations. A great way to meet new friends and grow! Kids welcome.
SUNDAY
SATURDAY Book of Genesis Paul Shorb
Bowling Terry & Kelly Turco
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM (Sunday) Location: HUB 2 Starts: January 24th Who? Everyone Duration: Ongoing Group Info: Join us as we discuss the book of Genesis.
Time: Noon – 2:00 PM (2 Saturday each month) Location: Westside Lanes Starts: January 9th Who? Everyone Duration: Ongoing Group Info: This group meets to enjoy a few games of bowling together. “Strike” up some new friendships in your “spare” time. *$4.75 per game.
Understanding the Times Rick Forcier
Band of Brothers Jeff Helfrich
Time: 11:00 AM (Sunday) Location: Room 205 Starts: January 24th Who? Everyone Duration: Ongoing Group Info: A study in the book of Genesis. Participants are encouraged to consider current trends, events, signs and wonders foretold long ago in the book of beginnings.
Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM (Saturday) Location: HUB 3 Starts: January 23rd Who? Men Duration: Ongoing Group Info: Join us as we discuss the first book of the New Testament, Matthew.
True Grace for Life Tony & Christine Luxem
NEW GROUP
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 PM (Sunday) Location: Room 205 Starts: January 24th Who? Those inquiring about or new to Christian faith Duration: 6 weeks ongoing Group Info: Have you ever wondered what a “relationship with God” means or your purpose for this life? This group will answer these questions and more! This group will help you understand foundations for the Christian faith and lead you to connect with real people at True Grace Church. Please come and grow in true grace – for life. *Join anytime and finish in 6 weeks.
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NEW GROUP
MULTIPLE DAYS For Men Only Paul Gibson
[email protected] Who? Men Contact Paul Gibson for times & dates the group meets. Group Info: Learning biblical strategies, scientific facts and teaching men how to use God’s weapons to conquer sexual sin. We help men deal with the battlefield of the mind. *Cost is $20.00 for the workbook.
TWO EASY WAYS TO SIGN UP! 5615 30TH Ave SE, Lacey, WA 98503 360.459.1444 MAKING FOLLOWERS OF JESUS IN TRUTH AND GRACE
1. Visit the Life Groups table in the Lobby Learn more and sign up the first three weekends in January. 2. Online at faithlacey.com Select ‘Life Groups’ from the right side navigation and fill out the brief form.
WHAT ARE LIFE GROUPS? Life groups range in size (from 5 to 25+ people). They are a great way to grow your faith journey and connect with people you share a common interest with or just enjoy being around. HOW CAN I CONNECT WITH THE RIGHT GROUP? Check out this catalog. The groups for WINTER 2016 are listed by the day of the week that they meet, and are color-coded for quick reference. WHEN DO LIFE GROUPS START? Groups begin meeting the week of January 18, 2016. Groups meet for 8-10 weeks. If a Life Group is ‘ongoing’ it will continue to meet through June 2016. Be sure to check the frequency and meeting time for each description.
PASTOR DAVE & SHARON GUERNSEY Life Group Coordinators
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