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Life Groups
Welcome to the Embassy Life Group site. If you are looking to network with good friends in an atmosphere that will provide mutually supportive life experiences and enable you to grow in your relationships with Jesus Christ, join one of our exciting life groups today!
Embassy Life Groups consist of small groups of people that meet in selected homes or locations outside the church during the week. Some Life Groups are based on shared interests such as music, sports, hobbies, technology and a desire to grow spiritually into true disciples of Christ.
Life Groups will help you to:
- Develop caring and supportive life-long friendships
- Receive strength and encouragement through group prayer and Bible study and through activities that will strengthen relationships
- Become involved in impacting our city for Christ through prayer and acts of kindness
- Celebrate the Christian life with confidence and joy by connecting with God and others
Questions?
What can I expect when I join a Life Group?
The dynamics of each group will be different based on the type of function and to some degree, the personalities of the group. Generally, you can expect to be welcomed and respected with a leader that will facilitate learning through group discussion and participation.
Additionally:
- Expect to grow in your Christian faith and see progressive life change
- Expect to face and overcome challenging situations
- Expect to experience gratifying life experiences
- Expect to grow in your relationship with God and with others
- Expect to become a giver and for your life to have an outward impact
What does it take to become a Life Group Leader?
- Have you confessed faith in Jesus Christ as Savior?Are you pursuing growth and maturity in your faith?
- Do you have a passion to help others to develop and grow in life, to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ and in their relationship with others?
- Do you rely upon the Holy Spirit to give you daily wisdom and guidance?
- What is your passion in life?
- Have you matured in some of the spiritual disciplines such as prayer, meditation and Bible study?
- Have you developed skills in music or the arts?
- Do you possess financial expertise that can be used to help others with personal budgeting and investments?
- What hobbies do you participate in on weekends or during other spare time?
- Do you fish, camp, play golf, shoot hoops?
Have you considered that God may have gifted you in these areas and through them you can share and encourage others? If you have an interest in using you abilities and talents to help others to develop their gifts and to enjoy strong, healthy relationships, please go to theonline registration form and register your specific interest as well as the time that you are available to give leadership to a Life Group. You will be contacted regarding Embassy Life Group Training programs and materials that will further prepare you to lead those that join your Life Group.
Group philosophy
Life Groups have traditionally been focused on Prayer and Bible Study, both of which are critical to a healthy Christian life. In today’s environment, in addition to Prayer and Bible study, we encourage our leaders to consider the areas of life that they have experienced, and in which they have developed some degree of proficiency, and to structure Life Groups studies and activities around these areas.
People with expertise in areas such as music, gourmet cooking, sports activities, camping, marriage excellence, reading, history, etc., are able to focus the attention of people with similar interests during weekly Life Group meetings. These meetings will also have an element of caring, sharing, identifying and praying for each others needs.
What is your passion in life? Have you matured in some of the spiritual disciplines such as prayer, meditation and Bible study? Have you developed skills in music or the arts? Do you possess financial expertise that can be used to help others with personal budgeting and investments? What hobbies do you participate in on weekends or during other spare time? Do you fish, camp, play golf, shoot hoops? Have you considered that God may have gifted you in these areas and through them you can share and encourage others?
Leaders make their time with others count by using the gift that God has given them and the areas of expertise that they have developed to encourage others to grow and mature in life. Leaders use their zest for life to help others to develop their gifts and to enjoy strong, healthy relationships that will prepare them to become leaders and a blessing to those that they too will lead.
Be a good listener! Be an encourager! Be a Life Group Leader!
Group Structure
Embassy Life Groups are weekly or bi-weekly gatherings of Embassy adherents and their friends with a focus on a variety of topics or activities. Typically groups consist of 10-12 people that meet in people’s homes or in suitable locations for the study or activity. Bible study and prayer are the most common focus and groups are/will be established to center on common interest as needed and requested.
We are developing leaders and establishing groups that will focus on Bible studies, prayer missions, grief share, singles, hobbies, sports, etc. There are groups for men, women, junior varsity, youth, young adults, couples and those desiring divorce care.
All Embassy Life Groups are led by approved Leaders who are purposeful in their objective – to encourage and assist group members to grow in their relationship with others and with Jesus Christ
Who can join?
Embassy Life Groups are open to those who make The Embassy their home Church and to their friends and neighbors as well as to anyone who shares the respective Life Group common interest. When registering, please understand the underlying purpose and objective of the Life Group - to encourage and assist group members to grow in their relationship with others and with Jesus Christ Once a group is filled up (maximum of 12) the group will be closed and another group will be started, if warranted, based on registration for that particular study or activity.
Monday Life Groups
Celebrate Recovery
Jan. 11 and ongoing 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Leader: Rev. Agnes Milne
At the Embassy, Room A
A 12-step support program with a Christ-centered focus designed to help hurting people overcome their fears, hurts and addictions. Additional details available at the Information Centre.
Study the Book of James
March 22 to June 14, 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Leaders: Tom & Pat Pederson
Oshawa
James provides a blueprint for practical Christian living covering topics such as faith, works, prejudice, improper speech, judging one another and bitterness.
Ephesians 6: Dressed for Battle
March 22 to June 14, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Leaders: Max & Bev Vanderheide
Oshawa
Discover the secrets to victory over Evil and the Evil one as you study Paul's metaphor of the Christian life as a soldier dressed for battle (The whole Armor of God) Eph. 6:10-18 FILLED
Men's Pool, Fellowship/Prayer
March 22 to June 14, 6:45 - 9:30 PM
Leader: Ford Quinlan/Jody Melanson
Oshawa
Enjoy pool, fellowship, prayer & interactive discussion on inspirational topics designed to challenge and motivate men to live to their highest potential.
Register Today
Tuesday Life Groups
Ladies Morning Inspirations- The Book Of Ephesians....
Ongoing: Tuesdays 9:30 – 11:15 AM
Leaders: Aimee Chada and Ruth Smith
At the Embassy, Room B
Strengthen your "resolve" to know HIS truth & practical ways to live it out in our Community.
Ladies Prayer and Fasting
Last Tuesday of each month, 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM
Leader: Ruth Smith.
At the Embassy, Room B
Join other women to pray for personal, Embassy & regional transformation.
How to Pray: John Wesley
March 23 to June 15, 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Leader: Evelyn Cory
Oshawa
Underlying all of Wesley's great achievements was his devotion to prayer. Learn from Wesley many helpful insights into this most vital of Christian activities.
The Gospel According to John
March 23 to April 27, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Leader: Ethel Fisher
Whitby
Study John's convincing and persuasive arguments for the deity of Christ as signs & miracles validate the claims of Jesus to be the Son of God who gives authority and power to believers as children of God.
When Heaven Invades Earth
March 23 to June 15, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Leaders: George Blayone/Ruth Mullan
Oshawa
A great devotional study for cultivating a relationship with God. Learn how to re-establish God's kingdom here on earth.
Seeking Him (DVD series)
March 23 to June 15, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Leaders: Joan And Derek Jackson
Oshawa
This DVD series will focus attention on knowing Christ in a most intimate way.
Daily Bread: Ladies Prayer Time
March 23 to June 15, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Leader: Catherine Rudolfo
Whitby
Enjoy a time of fellowship and encouragement with fellow believers who meet to share needs & pray for each other.
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Wednesday Life Groups
Proverbs: The Beginning Of Wisdom
Ongoing, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Leaders: John and Marilyn Brooks
Whitby
This course is filled at this time.
Newcomers to the Embassy
Ongoing: Wednesdays, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Leader: Pastor Rick Busse
At the Embassy, NE Conference Room
If you have recently joined The Embassy or are thinking about making this your home church, Newcomers is just for you! Join us for a time of discovery in God's Word, meet new friends, ask questions, receive answers.
Spiritual Warfare
March 24 to June 16, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Leaders: Joan and Derek Jackson
Oshawa
Designed to make believers aware of the schemes of Satan (2 Cor. 2:11; Eph 6:11) and to prepare them to be successful in the battle against spiritual wickedness in high places.
GriefShare
Feb. 10 to May 5, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Leaders: Dave Garvie & Judy Schneider
At the Whitehouse Bed & Breakfast
GriefShare is a grief recovery support group where you will find help and healing for the hurt of losing a loved one through death.
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Thursday Life Groups
Bible Study and Prayer
Ongoing: Thursdays, 10:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Leader: Pastor Doug Schneider
At the Embassy, Room A
Bible Studies on a variety of topics and prayer for Kingdom activity. Open to all.
Marriage Enrichment
March 25 to June 17, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Every other week
Leaders: Derek and Wanda Dutka
Oshawa
Enrich your marriage through interactive discussion and a study of Gary Smalley's DVD series "Keys to loving Relationships".
Discover Your Motivational Gifts: The Potter's Hand (301)
March 11 to June 17, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Leaders: Sharon and Bob Holburn
At the Embassy, Room A
God, as Creator, has equipped each and every one of us with the necessary skills and abilities to complete what He has called us to do. You will develop a better understanding of how the Potter has formed you into the vessel of His choice and for what purpose.
Ladies Study in Esther
March 25 to June 3, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Leader: Margie Krause
At the Embassy, Room B
Study with Beth Moore (DVD) as she takes you through the book of Esther to encourage you to be strong, "when it's tough being a woman."
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Friday Life Groups
The Gospel of Matthew
March 26 to June 18, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Leaders: Malcolm and Barbara Forde
Ajax
Be challenged, changed and commissioned by the teachings of Christ in such great passages as the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5-7 & 28). See Christ portrayed as the promised Messiah to the Jews with a universal ministry outlook to all nations.
Understanding Church History
Beginning March 7, 6:30 PM - Every Other Week
Leaders: Rich and Marcia Richter
Bowmanville
"Understand Church History" (1st century to the Pentecostal Movement of the last 120 years.) Rev. Fern Chapman (First Nations Missionary and Itinerant Pastor) will be teaching with sermons/videos from other experts in this field.
Drop In at the Oshawa Centre
Ongoing until May 29, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Leaders: Ford and Sylvia Quinlan
Meet at the Food Court at 10:00 AM for coffee and devotional/prayer time followed by walking and/or shopping at the mall. A great opportunity to meet new friends & experience the "ethnicity" of our region.
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Other Life Groups
New Christians Gathering
Ongoing: Sunday Mornings, 10:50 AM - 12:00 NOON
Leaders: Pastor Rick and Owen Bruce
At the Embassy, NE Conference Room
Grow in your relationship with Christ by exploring some essentials of the Christian Faith with other believers.
Eating Well Volunteers
Ongoing: at 73-1 Celina Street, Oshawa
Leader: Ed Simpson
The Eating Well is a Ministry of "helps" providing for both physical and spiritual needs. Ladies enjoy a Bible study with Sharon Hepworth- Mondays at 12:30 PM
Looking for a place to serve God & people? See Ed re: volunteering at the Eating Well.
Sonseekers (50+ Seniors)
Thursday, March 25th
Light lunch in Gym at 12:00 noon with special guest speaker.
Friday, April 16th
A delightful night of dessert, music and son - open to all adults
Dessert at 6:30pm followed at 7:00pm by trans-generational music and song
Thursday, May 20th
Light lunch in Gym at 12:00 noon with special guest speaker.
Bring Canned goods for the Eating Well for each session. Need to sign up for each session! Offering taken to cover cost each session.
Practical Parenting for Single Parents
(1) The 2nd & 4th Monday of each month
Leader: Michelle Bountrogiannis and Rita Clarke
At the Embassy, Family Centre, 9:00 Am - 11:15 AM
(2) The 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month
Leader: Kim Veci
North Oshawa Park Community Centre at 1129 Mary Street N. Oshawa. 1:00pm to 2:30pm
Childcare provided up to age 5 (call ahead).
Youth and Junior Varsity
Leaders: Pastors Randy Gill and Andrew Jones
Youth and Jr. Varsity meet on alternating Wednesday nights. Grades 6-8 is engaged in common interest based Life Groups. Grades 9-12 meet in interactive study groups designed to foster friendship and spiritual growth. See the website for details.
This Generation- Young Adults
Leader: Pastor Derek Schneider
Have an incredible time enjoying coffee, tea, and hot chocolate while meeting Jesus and meeting people. In these dynamic life group you will not only be encourage dand empowered but you will also be challenged to discover your God given gifts and mature into purpose driven men and women.
Life Groups take place every other Tuesday night at the Embassy at 7:00 PM
Financial Peace University: Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace Seminar
March 28 to June 20, 1:30 to 3:30pm (Sunday)
Leaders: Kelly Melanson and Lisa MacFarlane
At the Embassy, Room B
This life-changing, biblically based program will teach you how to achieve your financial goals by eliminating debt, saving for the future and giving like never before.
$125/couple. Must be paid by March 12th so material can be ordered.
Celebrating Life: For Singles 30+
Leaders: Denise Langille/Edwina Hill
Oshawa
If you are single, 30+, and looking for godly fellowship, good fun & great food, as well as prayer and devotional times, this group is for you. Plan to join with others who share a coommon interest on these dates and times.
Sundays, March 28th , April 25th, May 30th and June 20th. All meetings from 4:00 to 7:00pm. Other outdoor activities to be announced.
Golf & Fellowship on Tuesdays
April through September
Contact Nathan Beckstead for more details.
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