Word of Life Christian Center does not necessarily endorse, guarantee, support or agree with the health, mental health, exercise, diet & nutrition programs that small groups recommend. Word of Life Christian Center does not necessarily endorse, guarantee, support or agree with the business programs supported by Life Groups. Any business or individual you choose to transact with while participating in a Life Group is solely your responsibility. WOLCC or the Life Group Leader is not responsible for the outcome. Please note: Childcare: Some Life Groups coordinate childcare for their meetings. These individual groups do their own hiring of baby-sitters. Since these arrangements are made by individual Life Group members and not by the church, those members are encouraged to exercise reasonable care in the selection and supervision of baby-sitters. Parents may not leave the premises while their children are in the care of the childcare workers. Handicap facilities: Unless otherwise noted, handicap facilities are only available for Life Groups that meet at the church. Any contact details such as addresses, phone numbers and email addresses are proprietary to Word of Life Christian Center and may not be used to further your business or ministry or for any personal gain. Anyone attending a Life Group should exercise reasonable caution when participating in any group or group activity. Word of Life Christian Center, its members, staff or leadership are not responsible for any injuries or incidents while a member attends a Life Group function.
WORD OF LIFEC H R I S T I A N C E N T E R
WLWL
WORD OF LIFEC H R I S T I A N C E N T E R
WLWL
Summer 2011 Edition
Dear Word of Life Family,
We believe that godly relationships are a very important part of our Christian walk and development. Life Groups provide you with many opportunities to gather and get to know each other on a personal level.
We have many qualified and excited leaders to present their groups to you and share their heart and vision. Please take this opportunity to look through the directory of groups offering a wide variety of activities for you to choose from. We have everything from outdoor activities to Bible studies. There is something for every age group, gender and life status.
It’s easy to get signed up in a Life Group. See how to sign up on the following pages and start fellowshipping with each other in unique and creative ways.
Remember, you are who God says you are!
Pastor Bagwell and Pastor Gayla
8700 East Park Meadows Drive Lone Tree, Colorado 80124303.798.5025 Fax 303.798.7368www.wolcc.net
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Emergency ContactsIt is very important to us at Word of Life that your needs are met on all levels. Pastoral care is about helping those experiencing needs, whether physical, emotional, or spiritual in na-ture. If you have a care need or emergency, please refer to the following guidelines:
If you are in a Life Group: You may contact your Life Group Leader as they are equipped to pray for you, visit you in the hospital, and encourage you. Or you may contact Rev. Sandy Hipple at Word of Life, 303/798-5025, ext 208 during business hours. As Pastoral Care Coordinator, Rev. Sandy facilitates pastoral contact, prayer and care when needs are presented.
If you are not in a Life Group: Your needs will be met through the Pastoral Care Ministry Department by calling Rev. San-dy Hipple at 303-798-5025, ext 208 during business hours.
If you have an emergency after hours: Contact the after hours emergency line at 303-798-5025, ext 298. Please leave a detailed voice mail with your contact details. Our trained, on-call ministers check the voice mails throughout the day and will contact you as soon as possible. Please note that we cannot contact you if you do not leave a phone number. Again, this is for emergencies only.
If you feel that you need counseling: Contact the WOLCC office at 303/798-5025, ext 250 or call 303/785-6116 and leave a voice mail. The counseling administrative office will contact you as soon as possible to schedule an appointment with you.
If you experience a life threatening situation:Contact 911 first and then contact the Pastoral Care office or your Life Group Leader, after you have called 911.
We are a congregation grounded in Christ, being transformed through faith and disciple-ship. Care-giving, a profound expression of concern and compassion, is a defining char-acteristic of God’s community known as the church and is therefore a priority of Word of Life. Please let us know when you have care needs using the above listed resources.
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Sign-Up InstructionsIt’s easy to get signed up in a Life Group. Choose your Life Group from the directory in the following pages and do ONE of the following:
• Email the Life Groups Coordinator at [email protected]• Call the Life Group office at (303) 798-5025 ext. 160 • Visit our web site at www.wolcc.net/life_groups.asp and sign-up online• Pick up a Life Group sign-up form in the foyer and drop it in the offering bucket during service
Please make sure that you fill in all the details so that our administrative office can efficiently place you in your selected Life Group.
Life Groups were created to provide an opportunity for you to develop relationships within Word of Life Christian Center. You may sign-up for more than one group at a time and you do not have to commit to staying in that group. Once you sign up for a group our administrative office will add you to the group and your Life Group Leader will contact you to invite you to their next meeting.
Some groups provide childcare while others do not. There are Life Groups that meet at many different times throughout the month and all days of the week. You get to choose which group and meeting time(s) suit your needs.
Please note: Childcare is provided by WOLCC for those groups that meet at the church from Monday-Thursday evenings. Please let your Life Group Leader know (well in advance) if you would like to participate in this complimentary service. You may not leave the WOLCC premises while your child is being cared for by our childcare providers.
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Table Of ContentsLetter from our Pastors Emergency Contact Information Life Groups Sign-Up Instructions
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Arts & CraftsBibleBusiness / Marketplace Family / Parenting Fellowship Health / Homemaking Marriage Outreach Performing ArtsPrayer Sports / Outdoor Activities Singles Women Seasonal ClassesIndex
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Arts & CraftsBusy HandsLeaders: Regina Denman & Dotty Sickafoose
Come join us as we gather together to enjoy each other’s company – while learning to create exciting pieces of jewelry and other fun craft items.
Design jewelry to match your every outfit – make great gifts for your family and friends – or make items to donate as a fundraiser for local outreach ministry – or do it all! The choice is yours. The only limit is your imagination!
Bring your own supplies or purchase ours. Plus, be prepared to be challenged with weekly scripture memorization! Refreshments provided.
Meeting Time & Date: WOLCC, 2nd Floor Multi-Purpose Room (next to elevator)
Location/City: Every Thursday,
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm (drop in at any time)
Requirements: Looking for fun and
fellowship, $10/month for materials fee
Childcare: Not provided
Faithbooking / ScrapbookingLeader: Stephanie Herdt
FAITHBOOKING – a great way to scrapbook! Creating your FAITHBOOKS helps you Memorialize God’s blessing in your life! Are you looking for a time to work on your albums? Are you looking for fresh ideas and new techniques? Imagine a room full of people with energy, enthusiasm and a common goal – complete albums! Our photo organization and scrapbooking Life Group is a great way to get inspiration, share ideas and, of course complete pages. We can teach you how to do it with a traditional scrapbook, pocket photo album and/or digital storybook. Join us for an invigorating and FUN time!
Meeting Time & Date: 1st Saturday of each month, 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location/City: Highlands Ranch
Requirements: Desire to have fun
Childcare: Not provided
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Bible
Journey to Triumphant Living Bible Study – Lone TreeLeader: Roxanne Ryan
A gathering for men and women of all ages who are excited about applying the promises of God’s Word to their life and family, and dedicated to becoming that God has for them. Teachings will be based on the book, “Journey to Triumphant Living”. Study notes and worksheets provided. The book is available for purchase if you choose.
Meeting Time & Date: Friday mornings, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location/City: WOLCC, Fireside Room
Requirements: None
Childcare: Not provided
Journey to Triumphant Living Bible Study – DenverLeader: Roxanne Ryan
A gathering for men and women of all ages who are excited about applying the promises of God’s Word to their life and family, and dedicated to becoming that God has for them. Teachings will be based on the book, “Journey to Triumphant Living”. Study notes and worksheets provided. The book is available for purchase if you choose.
Meeting Time & Date: Monday mornings, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location/City: Denver
Requirements: None
Childcare: Not provided
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Bible
Journey to Triumphant Living Bible Study – ArvadaLeader: Roxanne Ryan
A gathering for men and women of all ages who are excited about applying the promises of God’s Word to their life and family, and dedicated to becoming that God has for them. Teachings will be based on the book, “Journey to Triumphant Living”. Study notes and worksheets provided. The book is available for purchase if you choose.
Meeting Time & Date: Tuesday mornings, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location/City: Arvada
Requirements: None
Childcare: Not provided
Business/MarketplaceMore Than a ConquerorLeader: Kemper Hipple
Our group of men study and apply God’s Word and principles to business practices while building strong families. We discuss topics that relate to everyday living.
Meeting Time & Date: 2nd Tuesday of each month, 7:00 am
Location/City: Panera Bread, Lone Tree
Requirements: Men who are eager to grow
Childcare: Not provided
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Family/ParentingEncouraging Single Moms in the MomentLeader: Anita Roper
Encouraging mothers in many areas such as godly identity, a victorious life, guilt, shame, finances, work/life balance, dealing with stress, living in peace, the perils of bitterness and the blessing of forgiveness, loneliness and submission
Meeting Time & Date: 3rd Friday of each month, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location/City: Aurora
Requirements: Single mothers
Childcare: Provided
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Fellowship
FellowshipDorrell Fellowship GroupLeaders: Keith and Vicki Dorrell
This fellowship group is all about fun! We meet in our homes, restaurants, movie theater, or bowling alley and do a variety of activities that just enhance your joyful walk with Jesus! We also support one another through email. The fellowship is warm, filled with laughter and testimonies of God’s faithfulness.
Meeting Time & Date: Once a month on Friday or Saturday pm (times there is no services), 6:30 pm
Location/City: Varies
Requirements: Please RSVP leaders when coming, and one week in advance
Childcare: Not provided
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Food, Fellowship, Fun and FaithLeaders: Chris and Dawn Wamser
This group is all about going with the flow – God may lead us to just “hang out” together, have meaningful discussion, or share our favorite Bible stories/scriptures. But no matter what, you can always count on: Fellowship - Be a part of a welcoming, relaxed environment that even your unsaved friends will enjoy! Food - What is fellowship, after all, without it? Fun - Laughter is mandatory! Faith - Count on being encouraged to live a more victorious life in Christ.
Meeting Time & Date: 2nd Saturday of each month, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location/City: Aurora
Requirements: Laughter is mandatory
Childcare: Not provided
Matthews Fellowship GroupLeaders: Jack & Angelique MatthewsAsst. Leaders: Steve & Teresa Hatcher
We are a fellowship group. This is a time to gather around food and friends at local restaurants in the Lone Tree area.
Meeting Time & Date: Last Saturday of every month
Location/City: Denver Tech Center /
Englewood
Requirements: RSVP to let us know if you will join us
Childcare: Children are welcome
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Health / Nutrition
Homemaking
Taking Your Health from Average to Extraordinary!Leader: Kari Newsom
There is a scriptural way to live, eat and function. By combining the Word and natural wisdom, you will discover how to live your life at its maximum potential. Topics include: right and wrong eating, balancing hormones naturally, safe skin/body care, diabetes, weight loss, HBP, vitamins/supplements, menu planning, creating recipes and how to keep your digestive system functioning optimally to avoid food/environmental allergies, gluten intolerance, ADD, ADHD, chronic illness and more!
Meeting Time & Date: 2nd Thursday of each month, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location/City: WOLCC
Requirements: Will need to purchase
the information binder, $15
Childcare: Provided with advanced
notice
Pots & PansLeaders: John and Barbara Davis
FOOD, FUN & FELLOWSHIP. We get together and discuss different ways to prepare dishes. We meet either at our house or one of the group’s homes or go out to a restaurant. We feel that meal time is an important time to have family time andto make meal preparation fun. There are so many different ways to prepare the same dish with different seasonings from different backgrounds. We hope that you will come and join us!
Meeting Time & Date: 3rd Saturday of each month, 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Location/City: Aurora
Requirements: We branch out to potluck at times. We will notify you before each meeting.
Childcare: Children are welcome
Marriage
MarriageMarriage: Built to Last (DVD and Bible Study) - Fall 2011Leaders: To Be Announced
“Marriage: Built to Last” isn’t your typical marriage study. This study addresses real issues that affect married couples today.
Discover, through the Word of God, how to overcome struggles that are typical in most marriages. You’ll learn how to have the kind of marriage God intended you to have.
Each group meets once a month for one year. Between group meetings, you and your spouse will be challenged to do “homework” by discussing and practicing what you have learned in the group sessions.
Meeting Time & Date: Various
Location/City: TBD
Requirements: Purchase two workbooks for $7.50 each
Childcare: Varies depending on group
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OutreachFraser Zoe Urban Evangelism MinistriesLeaders: Al and Shirley Fraser
We are a Life Group with a passion for urban evangelism. We minister to the homeless, elderly and other populations found in urban and suburban environments.
Meeting Time & Date: Every week, Tuesday or Thursday – can also vary depending on ministry needs
Location/City: Varies
Requirements: Participants must be born-again and have a passion for urban evangelism
Childcare: Not provided
Women’s Ministry OutreachLeader: Laura Martinez
We support Christian-based housing for woman coming out of a variety of difficult situations: i.e. domestic abuse and drug abuse. Our goal is to support the leadership of these houses by providing Christian fellowship, mentoring, prayer, bible studies and sharing of our various gifting to lift them up. The women of the houses are committed to a very structured Christian-based lifestyle including: church attendance, bible studies, and counseling provided by Open Door Ministry.
Meeting Time & Date: 3rd Monday of each month at Joy House and 2nd and 4th Friday of each month at Esther House, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location/City: Joy House and Esther House, Denver
Requirements: Have a love for hurting women
Childcare: Not provided
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Politics“We the People” – Political Dinner & DiscussionLeaders: Roger and Lee Ann Anghis
Are you interested in making an impact as a Christian upon our culture? Do you want to become a more informed voter? Do you need some help learning how to become involved in the political process? Come and join us for dinner and lively conversation about politics and current events from a Biblical worldview and learn how our Christian faith and principles helped develop the political base of our great nation. Share with us a potluck supper, followed by a topical discussion and powerful prayer.
Meeting Time & Date: 3rd Friday of each month, 6:30 pm
Location/City: WOLCC
Requirements: None
Childcare: Not provided
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Prayer
PrayerMilitary Prayer and Support OutreachLeaders: Jim and Joan Maginnis
Our life group meets once a month to pray for and support our service members. Family and friends of military members and those who desire to join us in support of our military gather to share needs and pray together. We occasionally put together care packages with cookies, cards or encouragement / appreciation notes, Pastor’s books and sermon tapes, etc. to send to our military friends as they serve our country.
Meeting Time & Date: One Friday of the month as determined by the group leaders, 7:00 pm
Location/City: WOLCC
Requirements: None
Childcare: Not provided
Prayer: The Father’s HeartLeader: Paula Stevenson
This prayer group meets once a month to fellowship and pray. We intercede for our city, our nation and the leaders at WOLCC. Everyone is welcome to come and help us declare in prayer the Father’s heart. 1 Timothy 2:1-3 and Chronicles 7:14.
Meeting Time & Date: 1st Thursday of each month, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Location/City: WOLCC, Fireside Room
Requirements: A Bible and a desire to pray for our leaders, our nation, and our city
Childcare: Not provided
The Power of Couple’s PrayerLeaders: Michael and Kelly Ramirez
This is an opportunity for married couples to pray together regarding their families, personal goals and relationships. We focus on Biblical examples of prayer and apply these concepts to our own lives.
Meeting Time & Date: 4th Friday of each month, 7:00 pm
Location/City: Littleton
Requirements: Married couples only, with a desire to pray
Childcare: Not provided
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Apple of HIS Eye Prayer for IsraelLeaders: Jim and Anna Gregg
Join us as we discuss new happenings with Israel and the Jewish people. We will spend much of the time in fervent prayer lifting up Israel and the Jewish people to our Heavenly Father.
If you have a desire to see Israel blessed, please join us as we pray for the peace of Israel.
Meeting Time & Date: 3rd Thursday of each month, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Location/City: WOLCC, Fireside Room
Requirements: None
Childcare: Not Provided
Victorious Women of PrayerLeader: Barbara Samuels
Ladies, are you an intercessor or have a desire to be an intercessor? Join “Victorious Women of Prayer”, as we, through the power of the Holy Spirit, pull down strongholds and pray for one another. The purpose of our group is to pray and stand in the gap for women who need victory over their circumstances and / or in their personal lives. We also intercede for our pastors, our church and our nation. Ladies, let’s team up to bombard heaven with our thanksgiving, praise and petitions.
Meeting Time & Date: Every Tuesday evening, 7:00 pm
Location/City: WOLCC, Fireside Room
Requirements: A desire to pray or learn to pray
Childcare: Provided with advanced notice
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Outdoor Activities/Sports
Outdoor ActivitiesTrekking on Heavenly PlacesLeaders: Jonie McGhee & Susan Woodard
Hikes fall within the moderate range, hiking 2.5 - 5 miles on mountainous terrain. The focus of this group is to provide an enjoyable time, while taking in breath-taking scenery.
Meeting Time & Date: 4th Saturday of each month, meet at WOLCC, 8:30 am – 2:00 pm
Location/City: Various trails
Requirements: Hiking shoes, water
bottle, light backpack and layered clothing.
Children over 13 years of age are allowed.
Childcare: Not provided
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“Higher Place” Hiking GroupLeader: Rod Voss
Enjoy the outdoors and the beauty of the mountains and foothills of Colorado while making new friends on intermediate to advanced trails.
Meeting Time & Date: 1st Saturday of each month, mornings
Location/City: Various trails
Requirements: Proper hiking boots and
attire. Plenty of water and snacks
Childcare: Not provided
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Friday Night All-Stars BasketballLeader: Tumu Johnson
Do you love basketball? This is a time for men to come fellowship while playing competitive basketball. We will participate in prayer, fellowship and encouraging one another.
Meeting Time & Date: The 2nd and 4th Friday of each month, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location/City: WOLCC - Gym
Requirements: 20 and older
Childcare: Not provided
Sports
Women Kneeling Before An Awesome God (WNBA-G)Leader: Bridget N. Turner
Our purpose is to build young godly ladies to equip themselves for the battle by infusing basketball and the Word of God. The enemy fears a fine-tuned athlete. The key to any sport and the strategies to success is to focus on the opponent’s weakness to get the victory. The Bible says: “where we are weak, God is strong”. This confuses the enemy because your weakness is no longer the target of defeat; your weakness becomes your strength.
Meeting Time & Date: 3rd Friday of each month, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Location/City: WOLCC - Gym
Requirements: Young ladies who have a passion for Jesus, His Word and basketball
Childcare: Not provided
Women
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SinglesDaughters of the KingLeader: Barbara Samuels
As a child of God, you are a part of His royal priesthood. In this life group, you will discover your inner beauty and learn the truth about who God has called you to be – a princess in the sight of your Father the King!
Being a daughter of the King comes with its responsibilities and privileges. Fellowship and learn with us as you discover what it means to be a godly woman, worthy to be called a daughter of the King.
Meeting Time & Date: 2nd Thursday of each month, 7:00 pm
Location/City: WOLCC, Empowerment Room
Requirements: Single Women, Ages 20-35
Childcare: Available Upon Request
WomenThe Potter’s WheelLeader: Margaret “Peggy” McGinn
This is a women’s focus group – blending support and mentorship: a safe environment for women to voice their every day victories and struggles. They must come teachable and desiring to embrace God’s principles and laws as they walk through life’s challenges and transitions.
Meeting Time & Date: 2nd Tuesday of each month, 7:00 pm
Location/City: WOLCC
Requirements: Women only
Childcare: Provided with advanced notice
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SistersLeader: Sandy Trujillo
Discover who you are in Christ as well as make some new friendships and lasting relationships with other women as we grow deeper in the Lord. “Sisters” will do a variety of things; from Bible studies, movies, and special speakers and dinner together. Come join us and get connected to other women at Word of Life.
Meeting Time & Date: 4th Thursday of each month, 7:00 pm
Location/City: WOLCC, 2nd Floor Multi- purpose Room (next to elevator)
Requirements: Women only
Childcare: Provided with advanced notice
Seasonal ClassesCrown Financial Leader: Tristan Johnson
The Bible contains 2,350 verses that deal with money and possessions, and applying this timeless wisdom is the key to financial success.
Through this 10-week experience, the Crown Financial Study teaches practical and life-changing financial principles that millions of people around the world have used to make successful financial based decisions.
Meeting Time & Date: To Be Determined
Location/City: WOLCC
Requirements: Purchase Crown materials
Childcare: Provided with advanced notice
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Group Name Leader Group Location Meeting Day
Busy Hands Regina Denman WOLCC Thursday
Crown Financial Tristan Johnson WOLCC Varies
Daughters of the King Barbara Samuels WOLCC Thursday
Dorrell Fellowship Group Keith & Vicki Dorrell Varies Saturday
Encouraging Moms in the Moment Anita Roper Aurora Friday
Faithbook/Scrapbooking Stephanie Herdt WOLCC Friday
Food, Fun, Fellowship and Faith Chris & Dawn Wamser Aurora Saturday
Fraser Zoe Urban Evangelism Al & Shirley Fraser Varies Tuesday & Thursday
Friday Night's All Stars Basketball Tumu Johnson WOLCC Friday
Higher Place Hiking Group Rod Voss Varies Saturday
Journey to Triumphant Living Bible Study - Arvada Roxanne Ryan Arvada Tuesday
Journey to Triumphant Living Bible Study - Denver Roxanne Ryan Denver Monday
Journey to Triumphant Living Bible Study - Lone Tree Roxanne Ryan WOLCC Friday
Marriage: Built to Last TBD TBD Friday
Matthews Fellowship Group Jack & Angelique Matthews Varies Saturday
Military Prayer & Support Outreach Jim & Joan Maginnis WOLCC Friday
More Than a Conqueror Kemper Hipple WOLCC Tuesday
Pots & Pans John & Barbie Davis Aurora Varies
Sisters Sandy Trujillo WOLCC Thursday
Taking Your Health from Average to Extraordinary! Kari Newsom WOLCC Thursday
The Apple of His Eye Jim & Anna Gregg WOLCC Thursday
The Father's Heart Paula Stevenson WOLCC Thursday
The Potter's Wheel Peggy McGinn WOLCC Tuesday
The Power of Couples' Prayer Michael & Kelly Ramirez Littleton Friday
Trekking on Heavenly Places Woodard / McGhee Varies Saturday
Victorious Women of Prayer Barbara Samuels WOLCC Tuesday
We the People -Political Discussion Roger & Lee Ann Anghis WOLCC Friday
Women Kneeling Before an Awesome God (WNBA-G) Bridgett Turner WOLCC Friday
Women's Ministry Outreach Laura Martinez Denver Monday & Friday
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