Connect with us J A N 1 4 T H - M A R 3 1 S T

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1 Connect with us JAN 14TH - MAR 31ST 2019

2 Building Family We love building God s family and growing together here at Eastgate. This booklet outlines some ways you can get involved. BUILDING BIG PEOPLE

3 CONNECTION GROUPS Whether you ve been at Eastgate for a long time or you re new to the environment, connection groups are a great way to meet new people. There s a wide range of groups that meet in different areas and do various activities, so you may be surprised at what you can join in with! HOW DO I JOIN? Once you ve had a look through, there s three easy way to join groups: Login to My ChurchSuite and go to My Groups Visit eastgate.org.uk/connectiongroups Fill out the paper form inside this booklet and return it to the welcome area on a Sunday. All groups are free to join, please sign up by 11th January. WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? Once you ve joined a group, the leader will contact you with exact times, dates and locations. Some groups have a limit on how many people can join, so it s best to sign up early to avoid disappointment.

4 Mondays LADIES GROUP Led by Meg Henderson A social time of getting together with worship, prayer and sharing communion. Holy Spirit led and facilitated by a different member each week - no two weeks are the same! WEEKLY STREET ENCOUNTERS Led by Gary Taylor Being a part of this amazing group will grow your faith and inspire you to follow God s lead. We meet at Creams Cafe for drinks/desserts then go out into the local area, bringing words of knowledge and talking to people on the streets. No experience needed FORTNIGHTLY GRAVESEND RUAH Led by Elaine Patience & Gaelle Gressier The aim of this group is to follow Holy Spirit s lead in spontaneous, creative worship and prayer. Ruah is the Hebrew word for breath or spirit. We want to soak in Him and give Him space to speak and move. All are welcome, bring instruments, yourselves and His presence WEEKLY

5 LOVING OUR KIDS ON PURPOSE Led by Dave & Kate Foggon How do you raise up your children to be powerful, love-filled, kingdom-minded followers of Jesus? By parenting them through connection. Join us on this journey of discovery and application through Danny Silk s teaching and examples. Suitable for those completely new to the subject as well as those looking for a refresher WEEKLY KINGS HILL CROYDON GROUP Led by Richard Carey A caring group for Eastgate attendees who live in Croydon. Each week is different. We enjoy times of worship, communion, prayer and love to chill out in God s presence FORTNIGHTLY CROYDON FAQ S Why are there different colours for groups? Groups that run every term are marked in green. If you ve signed up to one of these groups previously, there s no need to re-join. Short term groups are marked in purple. These groups run for one term, so they re perfect if you want to do something different each term.

6 Tuesdays EBBSFLEET GROUP Led by Terri & Roger Sentance A group of friends looking to grow and encourage each other in the amazing things of God. We love to worship and do a variety of activities together, arranged by group members WEEKLY GRAVESEND GROUP Led by Tracy Jarvis A group supporting each other in friendship and prayer. We aim to help people gain confidence in practicing their gifts. We go on prayer walks, have Bible study, artistic worship, prophecy, social evenings and explore current topics that impact our faith WEEKLY GRAVESEND MAIDSTONE GROUP Led by Chris Sweetman We help members strengthen their faith and connection through prayer. The presence of God is our priority and we provide a safe place of freedom, healing and the prophetic. We keep a prayer diary to record the great things God is doing FORTNIGHTLY MAIDSTONE

7 THE POTTING SHED Led by Jayne McCarthy & John Patience We re a group for gardeners, experienced or aspiring, who want to grow their own fruit, veg and flowers. We meet on the last Tuesday of the month for a drink and a chat about all things gardening! We also visit allotments and gardens. doing

8 Wednesdays ALPHA Led by David Webster Perfect if you re new to the Christian faith or want to explore it further. Each week starts with a meal, followed by a talk and great conversation. We look at questions around faith and there s freedom to ask anything WEEKLY HEAVEN IN HEALTHCARE Led by Pete Carter Locality group for people working in healthcare, to connect and support one another on their journey to see heaven manifested in their work environments. Second Wednesday of the month IN RHYTHM WITH GOD Led by Mark Hendley The God of the universe chose to reveal Himself through the history, culture and mindset of the Hebrews. However, our history, culture and mindsets create a chasm between us and that world. Join us as we journey to rediscover the God of the Bible through Hebrew eyes. Meeting on the alternate week to evening school FORTNIGHTLY

9 Thursdays HEAVEN TO EARTH PRAYER Led by Ann Hubbard Join us if you love to pray with like-minded people. Led by the Holy Spirit, but we pray especially for leaders and family life. Your prayer is powerful and will bring transformation to the nations! WEEKLY EMERGE (18-30s) Led by Hulya & Mark Thompson Emerge is Eastgate s social group for young adults. Meeting to worship, pray, support, encourage and enjoy each other s company, on the second Thursday of the month VARIOUS DISCOVERING KINGDOM CULTURE Led by Mike & Sarah von Fraunhofer Are you new to Eastgate? Or have you been coming for a while and want the kingdom culture you see around you to become your own? Then this 8-week group is for you. DKC includes teaching, discussion and activation in topics such as the goodness of God, your royal identity and bringing heaven to earth WEEKLY

10 Fridays TABLE TENNIS Led by Helen Watling & Dean Thatcher Want to keep fit and have a bit of fun at the same time? If so, this is the group for you! Come and join in on the third Friday of the month. Don t miss out no previous experience needed, everyone welcome YOUTH WORSHIP Led by Jeremie Montchal & Dave Carter EGY Worship is on the last Friday of the month. It s a space to get together and connect with God. Youth band lead us in worship. Plus, there s doughnuts! YOUTH SOCIAL Led by Jo Bungay EGY Social is on the second Friday of the month. Come and hang out with friends, old and new. Expect table tennis, milkshakes, consoles, craft, tuck, games and other random things!

11 PARENTS TOGETHER Led by Radhika Hillier For parents of teenagers to get to know each other, find encouragement, support and learn from each other while we negotiate the challenges and blessings of the teen years. Meeting on EGY Worship nights BROMLEY/ORPINGTON GROUP Led by Bisi Oladipupo A group for Eastgate members in the Bromley and Orpington area. If you live in the vicinity, you can t afford not to join us!

12 Various Days BLENDED FAMILIES Led by Mike & Hannah Welford An informal gathering for blended/non-nuclear families to share experiences of family life and raising children when family looks different to the norm. Bring and share lunch. Also, a chance to explore any needs for teaching and practical or other support. Meeting on the second Sunday of the month WALKING GROUP Led by Andrew & Jane Challis Explore the great Kent countryside on a mixture of short and longer walks, which often end up in a pub or café. Open to anyone and dogs welcome. Group meets at various times and locations and includes a regular walk on the first Saturday of the month. VARIOUS FORTNIGHTLY VARIOUS FAQ S What s the best way to stay up to date? Events may change. So, if you re a member, My ChurchSuite is the place to find out what s going on. There s also the Weekly Update which you can subscribe to at eastgate.org.uk/mailinglist

13 Future Events JANUARY 9th Alpha Launch Meal 12th Men s Breakfast 24th 25th Prophetic School with Kris Vallotton 27th Friendship Meal FEBRUARY 2nd Worship School 2nd Eastgate Quiz Night rd Vision & Values th Ladies Breakfast th Children Changing Nations: Operation London 17th Baptisms davidw@eastgate.org.uk 24th Friendship Meal MARCH 24th Friendship Meal REGULAR EVENTS 1st & 3rd Saturday Healing Centre Every Monday Mums & Tots Every Tuesday Encounter Lounge 13:00 15:00 (Gravesend)

14 CALLING ALL LEADERS! If you re an Eastgate member and would like to lead a connection group next term please contact connectiongroups@eastgate.org.uk BECOME A MEMBER If you attend Eastgate regularly, why not become a member? This way you ll get access to ChurchSuite where you can keep up to date with everything that s going on. We d love you to feel fully a part of the family. For more information just visit the welcome area at the back of the auditorium on a Sunday, or go to eastgate.org.uk/connect BRINGING HEAVEN TO EARTH

15 Hebrews 10:24 We hope you have fun connecting with each other this term and thank you for helping build an awesome community here at Eastgate! Discover creative ways to encourage others and to motivate them toward acts of compassion, doing beautiful works as expressions of love. The Passion Translation (TPT)

16 Get in touch If you have any questions please contact us using the details below Springhead Parkway Northfleet, Gravesend Kent, DA11 8AD