The CONNECTion

CONNECTion FOCUS GROUPS

A group that meets as part of the ministry that you are involved in

Service Production Team
Niki Caligiuri
This group is responsible for all audio
and technical aspects of our high energy services.

Spanish Translation Team
Oscar & Vicki Candelaria
Eliminating language barriers, this team
extends their services during church services and throughout our community.

Worship Team
Jamie & Gina Chong-You
The ensemble, choir, and band members
comprise this team and meet each Tuesday.

JAM
Pastor Ed & Karen Saxon
People who are willing to demonstrate their passion for children, by ministering to kids in first through sixth grade.

24/7 & GAP
Pastor Svend and Katy Wilbekin
Youth oriented ministry for middle and high school students.

CONNECTion FRONTLINE GROUPS

Outreach or special interest groups that meet specific needs in our community

Healthy Living
Helga Preece & Laurie Rick
Learn about how the process of detoxifying and other healthy tools can be used to achieve a healthier lifestyle.

Ronald McDonald House
Deborah Minck
This group will participate in efforts to renovate and join other work projects to refurbish the existing Ronald McDonald House facilities.

Home School Support
Chad & Tracy Henley
A fellowship and support group to reach out to homeschoolers in the community.

Encouraging Educators
Marcy Hansen & Libby Haynes
Recognizing that as teachers we have an incredible responsibility and privilege to impart into children’s lives every day. We focus on interceding for and encouraging educators to be all that God has called them to be whether they teach in the public, private, or home school arena.

American Cancer Society Hope Lodge
Michael & Stephanie Baldwin
Along with encouragement, this group serves meals for patients and families
receiving treatment at Shands Hospital.

Local Medical OutReach Evangelism (M.O.R.E)
John & Arlene Colon
A local medical outreach that can train you on-site. The group plans on taking blood pressure, temperature, pulse, praying, and more. No medical experience necessary.

Female Business Owners Prayer Gathering
Pastor Cheryl Carter
Meets once a month at local businesses to pray over/bless & bring encouragement to the efforts of Godly women to make a
difference in the market place.

St. Francis House
Terry & Heidi Tomlin
Food distribution to the homeless and families that are staying at this local outreach.

Nursing Homes
Josephine Hill & Betty Skowron
The primary purpose of this group is to touch those in local nursing homes and shut-ins that are a part of this house.

Women’s Video & Book Study
Pam Williams
Using video series by noted Bible study teachers, members have an opportunity to meet weekly and discuss pertinent issues. New series selected each quarter.

Women of Influence
Jill Nash
This group of business women meet to equip themselves to live a life of passion, purpose, balance and excellence in their spirit, physical well being, careers and relationships.

Raising Godly Kids
Dennis & Debbie Suppe
Focusing on teenagers, this group will give you great tools for raising Godly children.

Rebuild Gainesville
Don & Leah Winter
Rebuilding and restoring homes in our
community for those that can’t afford it. No construction experience necessary.

Political Prayer Gathering
Mr. Bob & Pastor Cheryl Carter
Meets once a month to pray over our
President, government, and all events
affecting our country.

Married Couples
Rob & Deborah Dilbone
Come and strengthen your marriages through prayer, fellowship, and practical teaching from some of today’s best Christian marriage ministries.

Cedar Ridge Outreach
Christopher & Christianah Falade
David & Ellen Weintraub
An outreach group that distributes food in our community. Prayer and planning are also involved.

Rock UF
Pastor Fabian Chapov
Assistant - Hector Gonzalez
This ministry reaches out to the students of
the University of Florida and
Santa Fe Community College.

Country Line Dancing
Loretta Haddle
Line dancing is great physical and mental exercise. This is a great opportunity to interact with each other in a very and fun relaxed atmosphere.

Cycling
Clint Gibbs
For those who are currently involved or are interested in road and/or
off-road cycling of any skill level. The group will coordinate rides, trips and events, as well as use their interest to reach out to our community.

Paintball
Andy Velopulos & Nathan Brantley
For those who are currently involved or are interested in paintball, the woodsball version. The group plays in a variety of scenarios in various woods. They coordinate paintball events and use their playing time to reach out to our community.

CONNECTion FUSION GROUPS

Groups that meet in homes for fellowship and relationship building

Jim & Donna Deason
Chris & Barbara Fuller
Allen & Sarah Giddens
Alex & Gloria Gonzalez
David & Peggy Kochert
John & Lucia Madey
Richard & Deanne Thompson