Pastor Matt: Thanks for taking a look through our directory this semester. Our hope is that by connecting into a small group you will find significant friendships that help you on your journey with the Lord! Please let us know if you were unable to find a group! We are committed to helping every person at New Life find a place to get connected. Sometimes it takes a few semesters to find the right fit, but we truly believe that there is a place for every person that comes through our doors! If you have any questions or need more information about anything in this directory, please contact: Pastor Matt Osgood 207-284-4840
Dear New Life Friends, I am so excited about the possibilities for every person to be connected to a small group. In your hands is our small group directory. I hope this will help each of you find a place to share life together. We know that living the Christian life is so much more than simply attending a weekend service. Real life happens outside the walls of the church. Small groups are a way to connect yourself with others who will help you on your walk with God. No matter where we are in our journey, it is always a bit easier if we are living life in a group of friends. That is why I encourage every person at New Life to dive into a small group. This directory should make it possible to find a place where you can build relationship with Christ and others. Take the time to become a part of what God is doing at New Life. You will not regret it! God Bless You! -Pastor Jeff Discover 101 What does it mean to be a member of New Life Church? Whether you are a long time member or brand new to New Life, this 4-week class taught by Pastor Jeff and Pastor Matt will help you better understand who WE are and how YOU fit! This is a great opportunity to meet new people and find out what New Life is all about! FMI Contact Pastor Matt @ 207.284.4840 or matt.osgood@newlifemaine.org Day:Sunday Time: 10-11 am Open to: All Dates: May 18th - June 8th
The Path: Family Groups Family is the foundation upon which lives are built. Our goal is to equip you with the tools you need to build a healthy, whole, God-Centered family. The Path is designed to come alongside each family to equip and encourage you though your journey. These groups are scheduled on Sunday mornings in order to provide you with childcare. Our hope is that this will allow all families to be able to participate in a group! Parenting the Early Years As parents our primary focus for our children is shepherding their hearts and helping to shape their behavior. During this group we are going to come back to the foundations of parenting as we specifically talk about the joys and the challenges of parenting young children. This group is targeted toward parents of children ages 3-8. Day: Sundays Time: 9:00 10:15 Dates: March 9th May 11th Open to: Parents of children ages 3-8 Leaders: Jim & Carol Ouellette 207-499-2526 jim.personal@gmail.com Love & Respect What do you want for your marriage? Want to feel close? Want to feel valued? Want to experience marriage the way God intended? Then why not try some Love & Respect! Through this small group you can learn how to achieve a brand-new level of intimacy, how to stop the Crazy Cycle of conflict, initiate the Energizing Cycle of change, and enjoy the Rewarded Cycle of new passion. Day: Sundays Time: 9:00 10:15 Dates: March 9th May 11th Leaders Barry & Opal Barrett 207-604-4200 barretfamily1987@gmail.com
The Well The Well The Well is a faith based drug and alcohol support group that integrates Biblical principles and proven clinical treatment interventions in a dynamic group environment. Their mission is to offer those who struggle with drug and alcohol addiction a safe and supportive place to heal. Day: Wednesdays Time: 6:30-8:30 Dates: Ongoing weekly Keith Lehigh 207-730-1296 keithlehigh@yahoo.com
Pure Desire Men's Groups There is a battle going on with millions of victims trapped in the struggle with no apparent way out. Pure Desire is the answer to this desperate cry for help from men who have tried to build sexual holiness in their lives and failed and failed and failed. Here you will find hope for establishing healthy boundaries and gain a new appreciation for Christ's healing power and presence. The time is now to begin walking in victory and helping others to do the same. Day: Mondays Time: 6:30 8:30 pm Place: Kittery/Portsmouth area Begins: February 24th Eric Libby 978-998-2222 ericlibby12@gmail.com Men's Prayer Men of New Life! Join us early on Sunday mornings as we set the ground-work for God to move. We meet early and pray hard. God is in our midst as we lift up our pastors, church, community, and the world. There are two separate groups that meet. The first group is led by Larry Patoine and the second group (AKA: Man School) is led by Pastor Jeff. These groups are open to ALL MEN! Day: Sundays Time: 1st Group 5:30-6:30 am 2nd Group 6:30-7:30 am Student Center Begins: Ongoing weekly Larry Patoine 207-283-9272 ljpat1@maine.rr.com
Men's Groups Act Like Men: Look around. What's so desperately needed where we live, in our culture are men who embrace all that God created them to be. Men who are loud and ruthless about their sin, but patient and full of grace in leading others. Men who long to follow God without limits and meet the needs of those around them without hesitation. Day: Tuesdays Time: 6:30-8:00pm Begins: February 18th Moe Bacon 207-651-1940 mbacon3@me.com Man School LLC Calling all men! Join us on Monday evenings (bi-weekly) as we gather together to seek God with all our hearts. Here at 'Man School' we learn what it is to truly be a man after God's heart and fight hard for the lives we were meant to live! Day: Mondays (bi-weekly) Time: 6:30 8:30 Dates: Ongoing Larry Patoine 207-283-9272 ljpat1@maine.rr.com Tuesday Morning Men's Group If you are looking for a great place to get connected into a small group and can't make a group at night, come on out to this early morning group. It is a time to grow deeper and challenge one another in our walk with the Lord. Day: Tuesdays Time: 6:00-7:00am Nate Osgood Slots Open: 4 207-229-0630 Dates: February 18th nate.osgood@newlifemaine.org
Women's Groups Gideon Ever feel insufficient? Could it be that your weaknesses are the keys that unlock God's strength? Through a look at the life of Gideon, you can discover that instead of ignoring, neglecting, or trying to escape your weaknesses, you can see them as the gifts, given specifically and strategically by God to unlock the door of God's strength. Day: Wednesdays Time: 6:30 8:30 pm Begins: February 19th April 2nd Moms Praying for Adult Children 'You can do more than pray after you have prayed, but you can never do more than pray until you've prayed.' A mother's heart still beats in tune with her children, no matter now old they are. Please join us as we stand on the promises of God for our adult children." Leaders: Bette Beyea 207-284-4840 bette.beyea@newlifemaine.org Kathy Keck 207-615-7750 kmanaka203@yahoo.com Day: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays each month Time: 9:30-10:30 am Conference Room Open to: Women Dates: ongoing Joan Warren 207-337-3157 joanhw@gmail.com Discerning the Voice of God Having a hard time knowing what God is saying versus what others are saying? This Bible study is designed to help participants know the voice of God: His language, character, and tone of voice. By growing closer to God through His Word, participants will be able to discern God's voice from the voice of strangers. Day: Tuesdays Time: 9:15 11:30 am Begins: February 18th Leaders: Kathy Proto 207-206-2981 bark4@metrocast.net Kathy Booker 207-499-2322
Women's Groups Worship & Prayer At the beginning of 2014 our church set aside 21 days to seek God for breakthrough through prayer, fasting, and worship. This group's intention is to continue in that spirit of prayer. Breaking from the traditional "small group" model, this is an informal time of prayer and worship as we seek the Lord for breakthrough both personally and corporately. Day: Mondays Time: 12:00-1:00pm Main Auditorium Begins: Feb. 17th May 21st Sharon Michaud 207-282-2831 ant.mich5@gmail.com Worship Workout Being healthy doesn't have to be boring! Bring your friends and join us on Wednesday mornings in the Kids Zone for a time of fun, fellowship, and fitness! All ages and fitness levels are welcome! Day: Wednesdays Time: 9:30 11:00am Kids Zone Begins: Feb. 19th Debbie Camire 207-590-7802 deborahcamire@yahoo.com Arts & Intercession Explore your creative side! We'll have three two-week workshops: Messianic Circle Dance, Beading, and one that's to be determined (bring ideas!) We will close each week with a short time of prayer for one another. Day: Monadys Time: 6:30-8:00 pm Place: Dayton Open to: Women Dates: March 3rd April 7th Joan Warren 207-337-3157 joanhw@gmail.com
Encounter: The Journey to Freedom Encounter is a journey to set people free from the hindrances of their past and into the fullness of the Father's love. It is a 12 week course with a weekend retreat included. Commit yourself and watch what God will do in you! You will never be the same again! Look for Men's and Women's' Encounter Groups coming in the Fall of 2014! FMI contact Pastor Matt at matt.osgood@newlifemaine.org Post-Encounter Groups Boundaries "When to say Yes, and how to say No" In order to call ourselves good Christians we often times draw overly flexible or overly rigid boundaries. Come gain great insights and practical wisdom into the God-given gift of boundaries. This class gives us hope that we cannot only survive -- but thrive! Prior completion of Women's Encounter is required before participation in this group. Day: Tuesdays Time: 6:30-8:30 pm Leaders: Anne Osgood Sharron Mosley Open to: Women 207-676-4424 207-590-3871 Begins: Feb. 18th anne.osgood@hotmail.com prayerworks@roadrunner.com Cost: $10 for book Fathered By God Becoming a man is the Great Trial of every man's life. But every male, young and old, finds himself on this journey. Though there are few who find their way through because we live in a time with very little direction and with few to show us the way. Join us as we journey together and learn what it means to be Fathered by God. Prior completion of Men's Encounter is required before participation in this group. Day: Thursdays Time: 6:30-8:30 pm Student Center Open to: Men Dates: February 20th May 8th Dave Schoppee 207-205-7948 pse13@aol.com
Small Groups & Classes Battlefield of the Mind Worry, doubt, confusion, depression, anger and feelings of condemnation: all these are attacks on the mind. During this small group you will learn how to deal with thousands of thoughts that people think every day and how to focus the mind the way God thinks. Day: Wednesdays Time: 6:30-8:00 pm Begins: February 19th April 23rd Judy Perry 207-839-3328 Daniel How can you live as a Daniel in the crucial days in which you find yourself? How can you dare to be different? How do you get to know God Most High? Learn to adopt a Biblical worldview and live according to it.no matter what! A special training class in inductive Bible study and how to study Biblical history and prophecy is available prior to starting this study - date to be announced to those who sign up for the course. Day: Thursdays Time: 9:15 11:45 am Dates: April 24th June 12th Susan McCarron 207-967-4296 suny@roadrunner.com Philippians & Colossians Here readers discover for themselves the truth about who Christ is. This study of Philippians and Colossians encourages believers to find joy in every circumstance and to walk worthy of their high calling. Day: Tuesdays Time: 6:15-8:00 pm Date: February 25th May 20th Lisa Baker 207-282-4887 whollydevoted@maine.rr.com
Small Groups & Classes The God I Never Knew Who is the Holy Spirit, and exactly what does He do? Many people find the Holy Spirit mysterious and confounding. Why is the third person in the Godhead the one Jesus said would be the believer's ultimate source of truth and comfort the source of such confusion? In The God I Never Knew you will learn that the Holy Spirit's chief desire is for relationship - to offer us the encouragement and guidance of a trusted friend. It's time to experience the Holy Spirit in a fresh, new way to meet the God you may have never known. Day: Sundays Time: 2:30 4:30 pm Dates: February 23rd March 23rd Cost: $7 for Study Guide Leaders: Fred & Linda Shaw 603-380-1294 flshaw@myfairpoint.net Living Free There is a spiritual battle being waged daily against God's people. The result for those who fail to recognize the work of the enemy is a life of defeat and spiritual bondage. Discover how to live in the freedom, fullness and fruitfulness God has for you. Living Free will lead you into a new walk with the Lord, one filled with joy and fruitfulness. Live as you were meant to be in Christ... live free! Day: Fridays Time: 6: 20-8:30 pm Place: Saco Date: February 28th March 28th Open Slots: 10 People Cost: $10 for Study Guide Leaders: Fred & Linda Shaw 603-679-5625 flshaw@myfairpoint.net
Small Groups & Classes How to Worship a King How To Worship A King unveils the power and beauty of true worship beyond any known song or melody. Embark on this amazing journey of understanding, and be changed by the revelation gained as you allow your mind to see what only your heart has had the capacity to understand: that the power of worship has been deliberately given to change your relationship with God and to effect the way you live your life as a true worshipper and high priest. Day: Tuesdays Time: 6:30 8:30 pm Place: Kennebunk Dates: February 18th April 29th Cost: $15 for Book Ben Wendt 207-251-5550 benjaminjwendt@gmail.com Authority of the Believer Spiritual authority belongs to every believer. Join us as we grow in our understanding of who we are as believers in Jesus. We will learn the purpose of our authority and what it means to operate in it. This group will be using a DVD study from Victory Bible Institute. Each member will also utilize the book "The Believer's Authority" by Kenneth Hagin. Don't miss this amazing study! Day: Thursdays Time: 6: 30-9:00 pm Date: February 18th Cost: $12 for book Leon Tibbetts 207-229-6320 leontibbetts40@hotmail.com