Rooted in Christ… Colossians 2: 6 - 7 · 2015. 1. 12. · Giese, Rachel 5 Gross, Dominique 2...
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767 Lee Road, Clyde, North Carolina 28721 Office: 828-627-9000 Fax: 828-627-1300 www.newcovenantchurch.com Life Group/Home Group Semester Winter/Spring 2015 Rooted in Christ… Colossians 2: 6 - 7
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767 Lee Road, Clyde, North Carolina 28721
Office: 828-627-9000 Fax: 828-627-1300 www.newcovenantchurch.com
Life Group/Home Group Semester Winter/Spring 2015
Rooted in Christ… Colossians 2: 6 - 7
Dear NCC Family and Friends,
We are so excited this semester to offer a variety of Life Groups and
Home Groups from which to choose. Life Groups are an essential way
for us to build healthy Christ-centered relationships through
fellowship, discipleship, prayer and serving together. Each Life Group
and Home Group leader has been qualified to share their area of pas-
sion or expertise with you. Please prayerfully consider which group to
join, and be a part of something that may change your life. Our
ongoing theme this semester is “Life Matters”. The Bible says in
Col 2:6-7, “So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue
to live in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as
you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.” The root is the
part of a plant which provides stability and nourishment for the plant.
Let us use this semester to strengthen our roots.
Have a great semester!
Karen Morgan, Life Group Pastor
2 Easy Ways to Register for Groups Register online: Go to www.newcovenantchurch.com Call or email group leader.
Group information is subject to change. Please call leader prior to the first meeting for current status of group.
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Characteristics of Home Groups
The Home Group meets around a common interest in sharing life in
Christ, and this results in discipleship, ministry, prayer, love, evangelism.
Building relationships, including love and trust within a small group or
family of Christians, is a key component of Home Groups, rather than
teaching material or gathering information.
They meet continuously, usually with a one year commitment. They
can take breaks whenever they decide and these may coincide with the
semester schedule.
They can meet weekly or bi-weekly.
Groups may meet in the same home or they may rotate as they
choose. They may have fun times and events to build relationships.
They have four or more people attending regularly, plus the leader.
They develop and identify an apprentice leader. It is an important goal
to develop group members into future leaders.
Each meeting includes one or more of the following: worship, prayer,
Bible study, testimonies, fellowship, a meal or snacks, ministry, and group
participation.
They welcome new people into the group at any time and people can
leave at any time, though they are encouraged to commit to 3-4 months
period.
They encourage members to invite people who are outside the
church.
They are supported and encouraged by Pastors and Directors, who
also provide resources.
Groups may form around different age groups, interests, minis-
tries, shared hobbies, couples, singles, spiritual needs. geographic ar-
eas, etc. Their study will vary according to the needs and interests of the
group.
The group fosters and develops long friendships in a discipling,
mentoring atmosphere.
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Characteristics of Life Groups
They can meet weekly or monthly.
They have three or more people attending regularly, including the leader.
They develop and identify an assistant leader. It is a primary goal to develop group members into future leaders.
Each meeting includes one or more of the following: Worship Prayer Bible Study Testimonies
Unless specified, they welcome new people into the group at any time during the semester.
They are supported and empowered by Pastors and Directors.
They encourage members to invite people who are outside the church.
Life Group meets around a common interest, hobby, passion, education, etc.
Fosters and develops long friendships (meet with people you like)
It is a discipling, mentoring atmosphere.
Each semester begins and ends a Life Group. People can choose to stop or change.
In Life Groups people hear the wonders of God in their own language. (Acts 2)
TABLE OF CONTENTS Family page 1
Children page 2
Youth page 3
Parenting page 5
Women page 7
Men page 8
General Groups page 9
Home Groups page 13
Serving Our Community page 14
Serving NCC Family page 16
Training Groups page 18
Notes page 19
Leader Index page 20
Group Index page 21
Quality Childcare (Birth-5th grade)
Wednesdays 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Sundays 9:00 am - 12:30 am
5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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Empowering Family
IMPACT FAMILY A top priority of NCC Impact Family Ministry is to partner with parents by coming alongside them and helping them to become the primary disciplers of their children. Our mid-week ministry opportunity is one important component of this mission. We begin at 6:30 pm and end at 8:00 pm. Our middle school and high school students meet for worship, teaching, and small groups. Our children attend age appropriate small groups. They will focus on theme related studies that promote an “explore and discovery” model of learning on how to walk the spirit filled life along with important character traits and virtues that should accompany a Christian lifestyle. For more information contact: Pastor Melanie Robertson - 627-9000
Meeting day: Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:00 pm (extended sessions/childcare available) Start Date: 01/14
Early Impact 0 - 3 year olds Room 301 4 - 5 year olds Room 302
Impact Kids K - 5th grade Room 304
XP3 Middle and High School Harvey Building Family Auditorium
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Group Index
Kingdom Prayer Group 12
Ladies Discipleship Volume I 7
Ladies Discipleship Volume II 7
Lighthouse Ministry 15
Living Word Home Group 13
Loving Our Kids on Purpose Parenting Series 5
Meal Teams 19
Middle and High School Girls 3
Mighty Mountain Dancers For Christ 12
Moms Connect 5
On Target 4
Precious in His Sight 5
Recouped 8
Special Impact 6
Usher and Safety Team 16
Welcome Team 16
Group Index
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(MP)2 - Menopausal Married People 40+ 12
A Boy After God's Own Heart 3
A Girl After God's Own Heart 3
Adult Worship Team, Band & Audio/Data 19
Altar Ministry 16
Angels of Mercy - Jail Ministry 14
Chaplains 11
Christianity 101 10
Community Kichen Outreach 14
Covenant Ministry Training Institute (CMTI) 18
Crown Financial 9
Divine Authority 11
Early Impact Preschool 2
EHS Men's Group 8
Experiencing God (Ladies Discipleship) 7
Experiencing God at Home 6
Gospel of John Bible Study 10
Hope for Wholeness 11
Impact Family 1
Impact Kids 4 - 5 2
Impact Kids Worship Team 19
Iron Sharpens Iron 8
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Empowering Children
EARLY IMPACT PRESCHOOL (Ages 4 and 5) This group will expand on the weekly lesson from Sunday. Each week kids will hear a Bible story and work on their memory verse. There will also be crafts, music and play. Start date: 01/14 Meeting day: Wednesday from 6:30 - 8:00 pm Location: NCC - Room 302 Leader: Dominique Gross Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-283-2907 Childcare: N/A IMPACT KIDS K - 5 Experiencing God - Kid’s Edition shows kids how they can discover and join God in their everyday lives. Each week is packed with games, puzzles, and Bible study. Start date: 01/14 Meeting day: Wednesday from 6:30 - 8:00 pm Location: NCC - Room 304 Leader: Pastor Melanie Robertson Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-273-1401 Childcare: N/A
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MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS This semester we will be continuing a study called “Confidence”. We will take a closer look at our identity in Christ, peer pressure, and body acceptance. Not only will this be an awesome group to study God’s Word about who we are but a great time to develop Christian community with our sisters in Christ! Start date: 01/18 Meeting day: Sunday from 4:00 - 6:00 pm Location: 158 JB Ivey Lane, Lake Junaluska Leader: Pastor Emily Christopher Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-400-1858 Childcare: N/A A BOY AFTER GOD’S OWN HEART (5th/6th Grade Boys) An 8-week boy’s group focused on learning how to grow closer to God. Fun and fellowship through high energy activities and small group discussion. Dads are welcome to attend. Start date: 01/18 Meeting day: Sunday from 4:00 - 6:00 pm Location: NCC - Family Ministry Auditorium Leader: Al Mina Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-734-3518 Childcare: N/A A GIRL AFTER GOD’S OWN HEART (5th/6th Grade Girls) An 8-week girl’s group focused on learning how to grow closer to God. Fun, crafts and fellowship each week. Moms are welcome to attend. Start date: 01/18 Meeting day: Sunday from 4:00 - 6:00 pm Location: 390 Methodist Drive Leader: Heather Mina Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-734-3520 Childcare: N/A
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Leader Index
Bartholomew, Lori 16
Bartholomew, Tim 8
Bradley, Amanda 5
Brock, Beverly 14
Browning, Donna 14
Cagle, Brian 19
Christopher, Emily 3
Clark, Robby and Cindy 5, 6
Cowart, Helen-Mary 7
Crowe, Lisa 16
Forgione, Patricia 12
Gentry, Ernie 8
Giese, Rachel 5
Gross, Dominique 2
Honerkamp, Nick 11
Jones, Mike and Sally 9, 10, 13
Keehn, Cindy 11
Mina, Al 3
Mina, Heather 3
Morgan, Karen 7, 11, 12, 15
Robertson, Mark 4
Robertson, Mark and Melanie 12
Robertson, Melanie 1, 2, 6, 19
Rolland, George 8
Smith, Tina 17
Stiles, Ronnie 16
Suhre, Betty 18
Notes
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ON TARGET Once a month activities where male teens hang out with older (adult) males doing “guy” stuff: fishing, camping, and hiking. Please contact Mark Robertson for more information. Start date: TBD Meeting day: TBD Location: Various Locations Leader: Mark Robertson Phone: 828-230-1700 Childcare: N/A
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Empowering Parents
LOVING OUR KIDS ON PURPOSE PARENTING SERIES A group for anyone who wants their relationships to be centered around kingdom principals. We will use Danny Silk’s book: Loving Our Kids on Purpose: Making a Heart Connection, and his workbook: Loving Our Kids on Purpose: Preparing Our Kids for the Kingdom of God. The books run about $30. They can be bought online or you can contact us to order them for you. Start date: 01/18 Meeting day: Sundays from 6:00 –7:30 pm Location: NCC - Room 203 Leader: Robby and Cindy Clark Email: [email protected] Phone: 770-712-4315 Childcare: Yes MOMS CONNECT A group for moms of small children. We will meet once a month to share a devotion and fellowship with each other and with our children. Please contact Rachel Giese to find out meeting date and times. Start date: TBD Meeting day: TBD Location: TBD Leader: Rachel Giese Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-246-4205 Childcare: N/A PRECIOUS IN HIS SIGHT A women’s group for those expecting and those who have had children in unexpected circumstances. Start date: 01/25 Meeting day: Every other Sunday from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Location: NCC - Room 103 Leader: Amanda Bradley and Maranda Bradley Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-736-7271 Childcare: Yes
COVENANT MINISTRY TRAINING INSTITUTE (CMTI) is a one year
program that provides a vehicle to train local church leaders using
bible college material taught by inspired and experienced instructors in
a local church setting. This allows for the local church to provide
quality monthly bible college courses while still imparting local church
DNA into their leaders. The classroom work and other ministry
experiences may be transferred to Vision International, an accredited
bible college, where the student can continue their education and earn
a degree. CMTI can be established in any US church and with minor
modifications can be implemented internationally.
Start date: See Dean Betty Suhre Meeting day: Sunday at 6:00 - 9:00 pm Location: NCC – Adult Sanctuary Email: [email protected] For more information contact: Dean Betty Suhre - 828-627-9000 Credit - $100 + text book Audit - $ 50 + text book
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Serving NCC Family
MEAL TEAMS Teams of men and women who serve the congregation by providing meals after the birth of a child, surgery, illness, death, etc. This is a wonderful opportunity to show you care. Start date: Ongoing Leader: Tina Smith Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-627-9000 Childcare: No ADULT WORSHIP TEAM, BAND & AUDIO/DATA Develop the gift God gave you. Fellowship opportunities. Contact leader for auditions and more information. Start date: Ongoing Meeting day: Thursdays at 6:00 pm, Sundays at 7:30 am Location: Main sanctuary Leader: Pastor Brian Cagle Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-627-9000 Childcare: No IMPACT KIDS WORSHIP TEAM Kids, 3rd grade and up, who are interested in singing and playing an instrument will learn more about their instrument, singing and music. We will study what it means to be a worshipper and how to lead worship regularly for Impact Kids Services. Please contact Pastor Melanie if you are interested. Start date: Ongoing Meeting day: TBD Location: TBD Leader: Pastor Melanie Robertson Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-273-1401 Childcare: No
EXPERIENCING GOD AT HOME An 8-week study that centers on becoming God-honoring parents. This group focuses on 7 Realities of Experiencing God and how to disciple or pass on that to others. This class can be taken by anyone who wants to gather tools for discipling others. Coincides with Impact Kids, Grades K - 5th who are studying the same material on Wednesday nights. You will need to purchase the book, Experiencing God at Home by Tom and Richard Blackaby. $12.00 at Lifeway. Start date: 01/25 Meeting day: Sundays from 9:00 - 10:30 am Location: NCC - Room 203 Leader: Robby and Cindy Clark Email: [email protected] Phone: 770-712-4315 Childcare: Yes SPECIAL IMPACT A support group for special needs families that offer regular opportunities to meet other families and receive helpful information and resources. Start date: Ongoing Meeting day: Second Friday of each month from 6:30 - 8:00 pm Location: NCC Café and Harvey Building Family Auditorium Leader: Pastor Melanie Robertson Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-273-1401 Childcare: N/A
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EXPERIENCING GOD (LADIES DISCIPLESHIP) We will experience God together as we spend time in praise, reading the Word, scripture memory, prayer and discussion. Start date: January 14 Meeting day: Wednesday from 6:30 - 8:30 pm Location: NCC - Room 203 Leader: Helen-Mary Cowart Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-246-1933 Childcare: Yes LADIES DISCIPLESHIP VOLUME I 16-week discipleship program for women. Bible study, prayer, fellowship and ministry serving opportunities are included. Start date: TBD Meeting day: TBD Location: TBD Leader: Pastor Karen Morgan will assign mentor. Email: [email protected] Phone: 627-9000 Childcare: TBD LADIES DISCIPLESHIP VOLUME II 8-week discipleship program for women. Bible study, prayer, fellowship and ministry serving opportunities are included. Volume I must be completed. Start date: TBD Meeting day: TBD Location: TBD Leader: Pastor Karen Morgan will assign mentor. Email: [email protected] Phone: 627-9000 Childcare: TBD
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Service groups serve the congregation on a regular basis. They may have criteria for joining, such as training or auditions. Please contact the leader for more information on how to be part of the group. ALTAR MINISTRY This group provides prayer ministry at the Sunday and Wednesday services. Start date: Ongoing Meeting day: Sundays 8:45 am and 10:45 am, Wednesday at 6:15 pm Location: Main sanctuary Leader: Lisa Crowe Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-215-3452 Childcare: Yes USHER AND SAFETY TEAM We facilitate the services of NCC and welcome men and women to this great team. Meeting day: Sunday services Start date: Ongoing Location: NCC foyer Leader: Ronnie Stiles Email: [email protected] Phone: 646-7881 Childcare: Yes WELCOME TEAM Our desire is to welcome and help people enjoy the services, providing materials and instructions to make each visit at NCC memorable. Start date: Ongoing Meeting day: Every Sunday at 8:30 and 10:30 am Location: NCC foyer Leader: Lori Bartholomew Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-734-7871 Childcare: Yes
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Serving our Community
LIGHTHOUSE MINISTRY NCC has rented a trailer in the Richland Creek Trailer Park. Join us in various activities in order to reach out to the families in this community. Some activities include: cook-ing and serving meals, distributing clothes, crafts with the children, outdoor events, praying with those in need.
Start date: Ongoing Meeting day: As scheduled Location: 37 Red Fox Loop, Clyde Leader: Pastor Karen Morgan and Joy Trebolo Email: [email protected]/jatrebolo.com Phone: Pastor Karen - 828-627-9000/Joy - 864-385-9724
IRON SHARPENS IRON Proverbs 27:17 says, “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.” Every man has unique giftings and experiences to offer. Come and join us for prayer, study, fellowship and breakfast. Start date: ongoing Meeting day: Tuesdays at 6:30 am Location: Burger King - 65 Paragon Parkway, Clyde Leader: Elder George Rolland Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-734-4923 Childcare: No
RECOUPED Join us as we learn God’s Word and apply what we’ve learned in our everyday lives; men reaching out to others. Please call leaders to let them know that you will be attending. Start date: ongoing Meeting day: Monday from 5:30 - 8:00 pm Location: Recouped Auto Center Leader: Tim Bartholomew and Joey Johnson Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-506-9365 Childcare: No EHS MEN’S GROUP A new men’s group that will focus on developing Emotionally Healthy Spiritual men by seeing Jesus RESTORE our souls. Start date: 01/26 Meeting day: Mondays from 6:30 - 8:00 pm Location: 30 Allen Street, Canton Leader: Ernie Gentry Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-593-9892 Childcare: No
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General Groups
CROWN FINANCIAL Money problems are indications of a need to draw close to Christ. The Crown Life Group offers an opportunity to know God’s heart and to be in close relationship with Him and fellow believers. Whether you have a little money or a lot, you will learn to make better financial decisions and handle your finances in a way that pleases God, by applying His financial principles to your life. The Crown group is limited to eight members. For all the details, call 828-550-7464 or 828-246-3700, or email [email protected]. Registration is required at the Orientation Meeting at 6:00 pm on Janu-ary 18th in Room 104 across from the glass office. Start date: 01/18 Meeting day: Sunday from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Location: NCC - Room 104 Leader: Pastor Mike and Sally Jones Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-452-2157 Childcare: Yes
ANGELS OF MERCY - JAIL MINISTRY Ministry to hurting women and men in the jail. We have a time of worship, testimonies, messages that are relevant to the inmates and a time to pray individually and corporately with them. God is moving mightily in the jail and Pathway Center. Start date: Ongoing Meeting day: Thursday from 1:30 - 4:00 pm Location: Haywood County Law Enforcements Center, 1620 Browns Avenue, Hazelwood Leader: Pastor Donna Browning Email: [email protected] Phone: 648-4103 Childcare: No COMMUNITY KITCHEN OUTREACH NCC has the 4th Thursday of every month to plan, prepare and serve a meal at the Community Kitchen in Canton. Come be a blessing to those less fortunate than you. (Other times may be available) Start date: Ongoing Meeting day: Thursdays from 4:00 - 7:00 pm Location: Community Kitchen in Canton Leader: Beverly Brock Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-400-7673
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Home Groups
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Sharing Life Together!
LIVING WORD HOME GROUP An open and on going Home Group gathering weekly for prayer, Bible study, discussion and fellowship. Open to singles and couples of all ages. Start date: Ongoing Meeting day: Thursdays from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Location: 268 Methodist Drive, Lake Junaluska Leader: Pastor Mike and Sally Jones Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-246-3700 Childcare: No
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General Groups
CHRISTIANITY 101 Christianity 101 is open to anyone who wants to learn and explore the basics of the Christian faith in a relaxed atmosphere where discussion is invited and encouraged. We will lead heavily on Scripture as the main source, and there are some questions at the end of each chapter for those who want to dig a little deeper at home. We will meet weekly on Sunday morning from 9:15 to 10:30 am. Meeting day: Sunday from 9:15 - 10:30 am Location: NCC - Room 202 Leader: Pastor Mike Jones & Bob Peterson Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-246-3700 Childcare: Yes GOSPEL OF JOHN BIBLE STUDY We will use the Bible as the primary source of study to learn about God and what the Bible teaches. Who was Jesus? During His lifetime no one understood His mission, but with a few chosen incidents the Apostle John unfolds the Truth. Great study for young believers and those seeking God. Start Date: 01/21 Meeting day: Wednesday from 1:00 - 2:30 pm Location: NCC - Room 104 Leader: Pastor Karen Morgan Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-627-9000 Childcare: Possible
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DIVINE AUTHORIITY Understanding and submitting to God’s authority in our lives is one of the most important things a believer can do. We will explore the blessings of operating under God’s authority. Start date: 01/18 Meeting day: Sundays from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location: NCC - Adult Sanctuary Leader: Pastor Nick Honerkamp Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-627-9000 Childcare: Yes CHAPLAINS The Chaplain Training course is designed to train those who have a calling for pastoral care. This includes prayer, visitation and all other aspects of serving the local church congregation as needed. Chaplains, when trained, assist Pastors on call at New Covenant Church and assist during Sunday morning services. Start Date: 03/01 Meeting day: Sundays from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Location: NCC - Adult Sanctuary Leader: Pastor Donna Browning and Pastor Karen Morgan Email: [email protected] [email protected] Phone: 828-627-9000 Childcare: Yes HOPE FOR WHOLENESS Video teaching in areas of discipleship for those who struggle with same sex attraction and for those who know someone who does and wants to understand more Cost of student workbook is $20.00. Start date: 01/18 Meeting day: Sunday from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Location: NCC - Room 201 Leader: Cindy Keehn Email: [email protected]
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KINGDOM PRAYER GROUP Small group devoted to praying God’s kingdom purposes. Praying for the lost of WNC, churches, community leaders and other assignments as the Holy Spirit leads. Also, great for those interested in learning how to pray. Teaching and resources on prayer are included. Start date: ongoing Meeting day: Wednesdays at 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm Location: NCC - Adult Sanctuary Leader: Pastor Karen Morgan Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-627-9000 Childcare: No MIGHTY MOUNTAIN DANCERS FOR CHRIST Teaching children dance techniques, hip hop and acrobatic in a noncompetitive and relaxed setting. The children learn at a comfortable pace which is educational and rewarding. This class will develop self-esteem, confidence and sharing their joy for the Lord through dance. Special needs are welcome to attend. Ages 3 and up. $5.00 Material Fee Start date: 01/18 Meeting day: 3rd Sunday from 1:30 - 3:00 pm Location: NCC - Room 305 Leader: Patricia Forgione Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-627-6631 Childcare: No (MP)2 - MENOPAUSAL MARRIED PEOPLE! 40+ This group will meet once a month for food, fellowship and prayer to support and encourage Godly friendships and marriages. Start date: 01/29 Meeting day: 4th Friday from 6:30 - 8:30 pm Location: Various Homes Leader: Pastors Mark and Melanie Robertson Email: [email protected] Phone: 828-273-1401 Childcare: No
