24-Seven Connects
Within the community of 24-Seven we have many small groups that will help you connect with others as well as grow spiritually!
24-Seven Connects Mission:
To present the Gospel of Jesus Christ in such a way that helps non-Christians come to accept Jesus as their Savior, helps new Christians grow into disciples, and enables disciples to grow into mature, fruitful leaders who will, in turn, go into the world and reach others for Christ.
- Small groups run on a 3-terms-per-year basis: late Jan - early May, June - Aug, Sept - Dec
- Unless specified, groups are open for new members to join at any time.
Small Groups:
Bellevue Bible Brunch
Ella Mae Cuffy 423.504.2308
The Bellevue Bible Brunch has two main purposes. One is to discuss predetermined portions of the Bible, having an opportunity for everyone to share their insights and learn from what others have to say. We also want to have a publicly accessible Bible study that members of the community can feel free to interact with on any level, whether sitting in on one session just to listen, or attending subsequent meetings and fully engaging in the experience. Meetings will be held every Sunday or every other Sunday morning as the group decides. Each future meeting place will be decided by the group.
Sundays, 9:30 - 11:30am. Call for location.
Broad Strokes Through The Bible, pt 1: The Old Testament
Bruce Pearson, brucejpearson@gmail.com
Who are Ezekiel, Elijah, Esau, Esther, and Ezra? What are Nehemiah and Nahum about? What's the difference between Judah and Israel? Who were the prophets talking to? Would you like to know the story of the Bible? Instead of taking a topical approach ("What does the Bible say about...?"), Broad Strokes is a study designed to teach you the story the Bible tells. We'll start with the Old Testament. We'll explore who wrote the books, what they're telling us, how the stories fit together in one big story, and where the stories fit in the timeline of history. Broad strokes will give you a foundation for understanding the Bible on a deeper level. Only feel comfortable reading Psalms, Proverbs and the Gospels? Come explore the rest!
Saturdays @ 5:00pm
Location: Seattle (email for specific location)
Requirements: You'll need a Bible, and a commitment to reading selections every day of the week.
Captivating
Monica Edwards, 206.661.9726, edwardsmonica55@yahoo.com
Captivating is a coming together of women who want to discover who God truly created us to be: captivating, beautiful, AND strong. We will be reading through the book, Captivating, by Staci Aldredge, along with corresponding scriptures in the Bible & having a discussion time. (This group is carrying over from the last term, so we are currently in the middle of the book. You are still welcome to join us and catch up!)
Every other Sunday, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Location: TBA
Requirements: Women only. Also, a copy of the book. (We can share one or two books if necessary.)
Classic Movie Club
Melissa Jilk, CoffeeOrFilmClub@aol.com
Do you see the world in black & white? Think Hope & Crosby were the best comedic team ever? Swoon for Sinatra? Like to Jitterbug to Glenn Miller? Do you have a deep desire to take a train ride back to the silver screen? Join us once or twice to watch a classic movie.
Exact dates & films TBA (I'll send an email a week in advance prior to event)
Location: Phinney Ridge, near Woodland Park Zoo. (email for specifics)
Requirements: If you can, please bring a snack or beverage to share. (no peanut products, please. I'm allergic.) Please no children.
Coffee Club
Melissa Jilk, CoffeeOrFilmClub@aol.com
Do you love coffee houses? Whether you prefer you coffee, tea, coco, hot or iced, regular or decaf, foam or no foam... going to a coffee house is really one of the simple pleasures of life. And Seattle is fully brewed with coffee houses; they are everywhere! This group will meet up at a different coffee house once or twice a month to enjoy some good ol' joe, and to have conversation, play a game, pray, sketch, etc.
Exact days & locations TBA
Desire of Ages
Sandra Dawson, 310-402-8266, sandradawson21@yahoo.com
Let’s explore the life of Jesus by revisiting The Desire of Ages with a new and different perspective. Whether you "skimmed" through it for a book report, or your mother straight up paid you to read it, it’s time you read this book again (or even for the first time!) for yourself and let the Holy Spirit speak to you. We enjoy a potluck dinner together before we start.
Tuesdays @ 7:30pm
Location: 650 Duvall Ave NE Apt B-223, Renton, WA 98059
Requirements: a copy of The Desire of Ages
Discipleship Group
Jesse Ferguson, 253.347.1686, jesse@24-seven.org
Want to know HOW to study the Bible more effectively? Would you like more confidence in sharing your faith with others? Would you like to be equipped to give a Bible study? Do you want to have more clarity about your Spiritual Gifts? These are some of the many topics our group explores. Come join us as we encourage one another in our personal relationships with God.
Thursdays @ 6:15pm
Location: Seattle (call for specifics, we rotate locations)
Requirements: Commitment to Jesus and a willingness to exercise discipline and accountability
Financial Peace University
Patti Connolly, 206.354.9244, patti.connolly@pse.com
If you have a car payment, medical or school debt and swimming in credit cards, you are living like everyone else. Except those who learn Dave Ramsey's 7 baby steps to financial freedom. I have paid off all debt but my house, live on a budget and cut up my credit card. Come learn with other nerds and free spirits a way of life that gives peace.
Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm (starting March 7, going for 13 weeks)
Location: 3075 112th Ave NE suite 201, Bellevue, WA 98004
Requirements: Materials cost $99.
Life League: Designing a Life of Fellowship, Discipleship, and Service
Steve Leddy, steve@24-seven.org, 206.391.3383
Our Goals: Fellowship - we value the time we get to remove ourselves from this hectic world and spend time strengthening and starting friendships; Discipleship - we desire to grow closer to our Creator and to be transformed into the people He has always dreamed we should be; Service - we know we are not just individuals, but vital parts of God's system to make an impact, large or small, on the lives of people close to us and in this world.
Life League has a reading plan that goes through different books in the Bible. Each day's reading covers one or two chapters of the book. We then meet to share what we have discovered from our reading. Each evening we start with a light dinner. We will plan social times and service experiences as a team. We encourage those who join this group to also join us for our “Life League” Sabbath School Class on Saturday mornings, for additional discussion, fellowship, and learning!
Mondays from 7:15 - 8:45pm (except 3rd Mondays so we can have Secret Service)
Location: Bellevue Foursquare Church
Music Club
Kat Austria, insightsync@hotmail.com
Stephanie Campbell: stemaca@gmail.com, & Ella Mae Cuffy: 423.504.2308
The Thursday Night Music Club is for anyone who wishes to become musically inclined. Share songs and techniques with other participants, collaborate on songwriting efforts, teach and learn. Everyone is welcome, even if you don't have an instrument other than your voice. Piano, guitars and viola are all available on site. The group meets Thursday evenings once every three weeks.
First Meeting: Thursday, February 24, 7:00pm
Location: Bellevue (call or email for specifics)
Perspective
Kat Austria, insightsync@hotmail.com
Perspective is a collaborative effort to express Bible themes and insights visually through photographs. We rotate and share roles as "The Brainstormers","Location Scout", "Props Master", "Lighting Guru", "Models At Heart", and the "Taker" (you know - the one behind the lens) and more. Typical sessions will involve some discussion, snacks and lots of clicking away.
Exact locations and meeting dates TBD during initial meeting.
Requirements: All enthusiasts - no photo expertise or equipment necessary.
Prayer Team
Jesse Ferguson, 253.347.1686, jesse@24-seven.org
God answers prayer! Come join us as we commune with our Father in Heaven, praising Him, thanking Him, and asking Him to intervene in our lives and the lives of others. We come together at 7:45pm and socialize and discuss what is on our hearts. Prayer starts around 8:00pm.
Thursdays @ 7:45pm
Location: Seattle (call for specifics, we rotate locations)
Secret Services
Steve Leddy, steve@24-seven.org, 206.391.3383
In honor of those who have to meet in secret to attend church because of persecution, 24-Seven has started Secret Services. It is also to provide an environment for Bible study and prayer for those who are looking to have a deeper connection to God. We meet together as a group and systematically read through a small section of scripture, frequently stopping to discuss and pray about what we have just read.
3rd Monday of each month, 7-10pm
Location: The worship area of Bellevue Foursquare Church
Saturday Morning Classes (Sabbath School)
Life League - Sabbath School Edition!
“Designing a Life of Fellowship, Discipleship, and Service”
Steve Leddy, steve@24-seven.org, 206.391.3383
Our goals: Fellowship - we value the time we get to remove ourselves from this hectic world and spend strengthening and starting friendships; Discipleship - we desire to grow closer to our Creator and to be transformed into the people He has always dreamed we should be; Service - we know we are not just individuals, but vital parts of God's system to make an impact, large or small, on the lives of people close to us and in this world.
Life League has a reading plan that goes through different books in the Bible. Each day's reading covers one or two chapters of the book. We then meet to share what we have discovered from our reading. Once per month we will host a breakfast for the church from 9:30-10:00 a.m. We will plan social times and service experiences as a team. We encourage those who are a part of this Sabbath School to also join us Monday nights for our Life League Small Group for additional discussion, fellowship, and learning!
Saturday mornings from 10:15 - 11:15 am
Bellevue Foursquare Church - Sanctuary
Requirements: Anyone welcome!
Adult Bible Connections
Gary Curry, boatmancurry@yahoo.com
Our group is a interactive Bible study and prayer group. We spend about 15 to 20 minutes in sharing and praying then do a careful, verse by verse study of a short passage of scripture using the inductive Bible study method.
Saturday mornings from 10:15 - 11:15 am
Bellevue Foursquare Church - The office in the portable.
Requirements: Adults
The Well
Jesse Chan, plutonium.core@gmail.com
In our group we have interactive Bible study, conversation, and fellowship. Come join us Saturday mornings and share what’s been on your heart this week!
Saturday mornings from 10:15 - 11:15 am
Bellevue Foursquare Church - The youth room at the end of the portable
Requirements: Young adults
Youth
Jesse Ferguson, jesse@24-seven.org, 253-347-1686
Teens make videos, creative evangelism projects, crazy science experiments and more! Every aspect of your life, from your identity to how you make friends, will be empowered as we learn to speak with and relate to God! Adults are encouraged to be a part of our teaching team.
Saturday mornings from 10:15 - 11:15 am
Bellevue Foursquare Church - downstairs
Requirements: Grades 5 - 12
Primary
Susan Bebee, sbebee@blarg.net
This is a fun and interactive class for children, grades 1 - 4. We learn about Jesus and the Bible through discussion, activities, and singing! Adults are encouraged to be a part of our teaching team.
Saturday mornings from 10:15 - 11:15 am
Bellevue Foursquare Church - downstairs
Requirements: Grades 1 - 4
Nursery
Lucia Dexter, luciadexter@hotmail.com
This is an exciting, music-filled class for our youngest ones! As they grow, so will their knowledge of Jesus’ love for them! Adults are encouraged to be a part of our teaching team.
Saturday mornings from 10:15 - 11:15 am
Bellevue Foursquare Church - downstairs
Requirements: Ages Birth - Kindergarten
24-Seven Ministry Center does not necessarily endorse nor guarantee the health, exercise, diet, and/or nutrition programs that small groups may recommend. Please consult your physician before starting one of these programs.Please note: Some members of Small Groups go in together to hire a babysitter for their children. Given that these engagements are done by individual Small Group members and not by the church, those members are encouraged to exercise reasonable care in their selection and supervision of babysitters.
