Jefferson Park Small Groups

A small group is a weekly gathering leading people to Begin, Connect, Engage, Grow and Disciple together. 
SMALL GROUP MINISTRY VISION AND PURPOSE STATEMENT

It is our VISION to see all those who call New Life Jefferson Park their church home to be continually committed to a small group.
It is our desire and PURPOSE as a ministry to…

·         Lead people into a deeper relationship with God through Jesus Christ.

And, as we GATHER and MINISTER to one another that we would…

·          Encounter authentic community with others.

·         Experience inner growth and transformation.

·          Empower Christ followers to influence their world, and

·         Develop a heart that worships Jesus freely.

HAVE ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR SMALL GROUPS OR OTHER NEW LIFE LOCATIONS?

Please call our office at 773.777.3360. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 9am to 2pm, or you can send your questions via email to elizabethc@newlifechicago.org
 
 
 





New Life Community Church
5518 W. Gettysburg St.
(Corners of Milwaukee & Foster Ave.)
 
Phone: 773.777.3360
Website: www.newlifechicago.org
Email: jeffersonpark@newlifechicago.org

 

AUTUMN SEMESTER
09/10 – 12/10

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-Groups meeting in the church building are subject to change.
TO REGISTER, YOU CAN CALL OUR OFFICE AT 773-777-3360 AND LEAVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION ON OUR VOICEMAIL OR EMAIL IT TO  jeffersonpark@newlifechicago.org

REGISTRATION FORM:

I am committing to become
part of a New Life
Jefferson Park Small Group…
 
 
Group Title:
Group# -Leader Name (e.g. w3-Vinge) 

 
Your Name
 
 
Best Contact Phone Number
 
 
Email
 

 

Time to CONNECT & GROW
in a Small Group!
Women’s Groups
Fearless by Max Lucado
Women’s Group
Wednesdays, 7pm
Near Montrose & Menard
Contact: Ruth Mirza & Gloria Hernandez
773-283-7999
- mirza6@sbcglobal.net 
We like to spend a lot of time praying for one another. We plan to meet at the Mirza home.
 
Celebrate Recovery
Women's Group 
Tuesdays, 7pm
Jeff Park Building
Contact: Teresa Jobst
& Anita Mack, 773-636-1731  773-932-7335;
teresajobst@sbcglobal.net, anitamack@gmail.com
Celebrate Recovery is a supportive fellowship ministry to women dealing with hurts, habits, hang-ups, addictiions and compulsive behaviors. We seek God's healing power available through a relationship with Jesus Christ.
 
Real Moms. Real Jesus.
Women’s Group
Mondays, 10:30am
Jeff Park Building
Contact: Cecilia Eslick
773-738-5686
ceciliaeslick@sbcglobal.net
Mothering is done best within a community of moms--we are all in it together! Get encouraged and equipped to be the best mom God can make you.
 
 
DoxaSoma
Women's Group 
Mondays, 7pm
Jeff Park Building
Contact: Elizabeth Castillo
773-777-3360 elizabethc@newlifechicago.org
DoxaSoma® is a physical practice which incorporates elements of stretching and strength building with prayer, worship and reflection upon the Word of God.
 
Power of a Praying Woman
Women’s Group
Saturdays, 9:07am
Jeff Park Building
Contact: Jenny VInge & Vilma Rosario
773-456-7479 - jvinge@hotmail.com
There is power in numbers. There is power in prayer. There is incredible power when a number of women pray. Where two or three are gathered in His name, Jesus is in the midst of them.
 
Women of the Word
Women’s Group
Fridays, 7pm
Jeff Park Building
Contact: Karen Kalnmals
773-463-1693 - waterbender@att.net
We will be studying Obedience: Living a Yielded Life. Join us as we become Wonder Women of God, wondering at his amazing love and plans for us, then going out to do amazing things in his power.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
MIXED GROUPS
Fusion Couples
Mixed Group - Couples
Wednesdays, 7pm
Near Cicero Ave & Irving Park
Contact: Nick & Vilma Rosario
773-725-8098 - nickma88@sbcglobal.net
Strengthen your marriage as you study God's word with other couples. You will be amazed at how others have gone through similar struggles and be encouraged that there is hope for your family.
The Lord’s Prayer
Mixed Group
Thursdays, 7pm
Near Fullerton & Cicero
Contact: Papo Gonzalez
847-344-1129  oyesocio@yahoo.com
We love to worship, pray and study God's Word. This exciting group will have you hooked on the fellowship after your first visit!

Old Testament Survey
Mixed Group
1st & 3rd Fridays, 7 pm
Park Ridge
Contact: Larry & Linda Craelius, 773-339-9848 larrylindac@aol.com
Clear up your cloudy understanding of the Bible by understanding the beginning! This 8-week study will help you understand the New Testament by understanding its background in the Old Testament.
 
 
Faith Filled Family
Mixed Group
1st & 3rd Fridays, 7pm
Near Cumberland Ave & Irving Park Rd.
Contact: Tom & Traci Fitzmaurice
773-450-8432 - tomtraci@sbcglobal.net
We seek to be like Hebrews 12:1-2: A family of faith throwing off everything that hinders and entangles and running with perseverance the race that is marked out for us.
 
 
Live It Out
Mixed Group
Wednesdays, 7 pm
Rotating Homes
Contact: Kent & Kristin Richardson, 260-385-1635, kprichardson@gmail.com
We long to belong. We crave unity. We want to be loved and accepted by others. The letter to the Ephesians is about uniting all things in Christ. We'll seek to live out what we're learning in our everyday lives!
 
242
Mixed Group
Wednesdays, 7pm
Rotating Homes
Contact: Nick & Krista Rakochy
773-822-7405 rakochy@gmail.com
We share not only a meal, but also the struggles and victories of our lives. Please join us as we explore the basics of what it means to be a Christian, how we are to serve God and others and what it is to disciple!
 
 
Unlocking the Bible
Mixed Group
Sundays, 9am
Jeff Park Building
Contact: Sue Shilander
773-588-6135 - sues_chicago@yahoo.com
This is a great fellowship on Sunday mornings at the Jeff Park location.
 
 
Men’s Groups
Young & Unashamed
Young Men’s Group
Mondays, 7pm
Near Kedzie & Devon
Contact: Tony Herrera &
J.J. Mirpuri; 773-939-1780, 773-306-5050
tony.herrera90@gmail.com, jpmchi07@yahoo.com
If you like video games and think you can run the court and still want to get deep into the Word of God, then this group is for you.
 
Iron Men
Men's group
Mondays, 6:30pm
Near Central Ave & Montrose
Contact: Al Mirza & Dallas Shelton 773-320-2975, 773-704-3009 email.al94@yahoo.com, dad135@hotmail.com
Do you like the Three Stooges, remote controls and car crashes? Then this group is for you! Learn about joy as we study the book of Philippians.
 
The Prayer Station
Men’s Group
Tuesdays, 5:30pm
Jeff Park Building
Contact: Ignace Mba & Tom Fitzmaurice, 773-450-8432,
312-203-5855;
tomtraci@sbcglobal.net, naciom9@yahoo.com
Pull in on your way home for a midweek refuel of prayer and worship for men. 
 
Celebrate Recovery
Men’s Group
Tuesdays, 7pm
Jeff Park Building
Contact: Tom Fitzmaurice
 Eric Beuder, 773-450-8432  tomtraci@sbcglobal.net
If you are tired of being in a spiritual rut, come out for a spiritual push. 
Based on the word of God, this group has 8 steps to freedom for those with hurts, hang-ups and bad habits!
Breakfast in the Word
Men’s Group
Every Other Sat., 8:30am
Near Central & Foster
Contact: Dan Stoklosa & George Rivera; 773-960-2153,
847-370-7172 - stoklosa@juno.com
They say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. Come to this group both spiritually and physically hungry, but leave full!
 
S.T.R.U.G.G.L.E
Men’s Group
Saturdays, 9am
Near Central Ave & Addison
Contact: Ezell Smith
773-427-1095 smith_ezell@yahoo.com
Leaning on the wall will only last a short while, but leaning on each other keeps us strong! Embrace these truths with us: Prov. 17:17: A friend loves at all times; John 15:13: Greater love has no man than this: that a man lay down his life for his friends.
 
CLASSES
God-Given Gifts
Mixed Group
Wednesdays, 7pm – 5 weeks from 9/15 – 10/13/10
Jeff Park Building
Contact: John & Stacey Craelius
staceyp@newlifechicago.org
Discover who God made you to be and how he
wants you to use your God-given gifts!
 
First Steps
Women’s Group
Sundays, 9am
 Jeff Park Building 
Contact: Linda Craelius
773- 391-9232
If you are new to the church or want to know more about Jesus and His teaching, join us as women from all walks of life who are taking the First Steps in our christian  journey.
 
eXpress Arts Ministry
Mixed Group
Saturdays, 10:30am
Jeff Park Building
Contact: Aqueena Smith - 773-412-1290 asmithdmt@gmail.com

This new ministry is exploring the book of Ephesians through drama, poetry, dance, singing, & video. It will be presented as a workshop. Each participant will have the opportunity to eXpress truth through the arts!
 
Soul Purpose
Youth Group
Fridays, 7pm
Contact: Santos Torres & Pablo Albuja
773-403-1321 - santos4sox@yahoo.com, palbuja@contechco.com
Jr. and Sr. High Youth gather together for worship and break out into small groups. Throughout the year we have various activities and powerful trips.
 
Handling Money God’s Way
Mixed Group
Sundays, 9:15am, starts 9/26
Contact: Dan Stoklosa & Bruce Tay
847-370-7172 - stoklosa@juno.com
Come and learn biblical principles for managing your money.
 
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