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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!