connect groups
Here is the list of CONNECT Groups that are currently being hosted around the city. Take a look and see which group might be best for you and simply speak to the leader of that group or email the office and they will put you in contact with them.
Porirua
FOCUS: This group is a mixed group open to all who have a desire to deepen their love and knowledge about God and how to apply the Bible and it’s principles and teaching to all aspects of life.
LEADERS: Anne & Hamish Thomson
WHERE: 13 Kepler Way, Aotea, Porirua
WHEN: Fortnightly on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays 7:30pm (supper provided)
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CONTACT: Anne: anne@alc.org.nz
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FOCUS: This is a mixed group aimed at any and everyone. We are open to all who want to grow deeper in their relationship with God and join in community together. Its about doing Life together.
LEADERS: Lewis & Miriam Bloomfield
WHERE: 69 Beaumaris Cres, Ascot Park, Porirua
WHEN: Weekly onWednesdays 7:30pm (supper provided)
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CONTACT: Lewis: lewis@alc.org.nz or 0210435298
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Churton
Park
FOCUS: This group is predominantly Filipinos but we also welcome non-Filipinos. Our focus is Connect, Grow and Serve in the name of Jesus
LEADERS: Rod and Emelina Jeffry
WHERE: 4 Dress Circle, Newlands, Wellington
WHEN: Fortnightly on Fridays 7:30pm—sometimes we meet on Saturdays if people are busy!
CONTACT: Rod: rodjeffrey7@gmail.cm
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FOCUS: This is a mixed group open to anyone who is keen to explore and extend biblical knowledge and to “walk the talk” - applying biblical knowledge into our daily lives. Meetings are fun, informal and will often include time for supper and socialising.
LEADERS: KC and Jet Chiew
WHERE: Various homes in Churton Park (please contact KC for venue information)
WHEN: The 2nd and forth Friday of the month, 7:30pm-9:30pm. WE also have monthly social activities.
CONTACT: KC: chiewnz@gmail.com
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City
FOCUS: This group is a mixed group with a focus on Bible study and prayer. We enjoy animated discussions around the Bible and how to apply it to our lives.
LEADER: Saro Joseph
WHERE: ALC - 71 Abel Smith Street (We meet upstairs from the church auditorium in the lounge)
WHEN: Weekly on Tuesdays
CONTACT: sarojine_joseph@moh.govt.nz
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FOCUS: This group is for anyone who wants to grow in a deeper understanding of God as well as building strong community.
LEADER: Hamish Thomson
WHERE: Island Bay (Contact Amber and Matthew for more details)
WHEN: Fortnightly on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays 7:00pm
CONTACT: Matthew and Amber: azm.wadsworth@gmail.com
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FOCUS: This group is for young women who want to learn more about what it is to be women of faith and grow deeper in their relationship with God
LEADER: Anne Thomson / Hannah Wycliffe
WHERE: ALC - 71 Abel Smith Street (We meet upstairs from the church auditorium in the lounge)
WHEN: Fortnightly on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays 7:00pm
CONTACT: Hannah: hannahwycliffe@hotmail.com
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