small groups directory fall 2008
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GATEWAY SMALL GROUPS
“Small groups are for everyone. They are an opportunity to make friends and grow together in Christ in a real, practical way. There are various kinds of groups to choose from according to your desire or need. If you don’t find something you like we’ll help you start your own.”
Pastor John HeadleySmall Groups Director
Acts 2:42 (The Message) They committed themselves to the teaching of the apostles, the life together, the common meal and the prayers.
Table of Contents
Geographic & Family Groups……………………………………….................….Page 1
Age Based / Generational Groups…………..………………………......................Page 3
Support & Recovery Groups……………………………………………................Page 6
Outreach Groups…………………………………………………………..............Page 7
Service Groups…………………………………………………………….............Page 9
Pastoral Growth Groups…………………………………………….....................Page 11
Special Interest Groups………………………………………………..................Page 13
Please read all small group descriptions, then check with the group leader for group restrictions (if any).
Geographic & Family Groups*J.O.Y. is an acronym for Jesus, Others and You.
Adults Only Groups
J.O.Y. Group - Central San Jose Description:Lindell & Mae Bennett / (408) 267-5787 This is an adult small groupWednesday @ 7:00 pm ThisgrouphasthefirstWed.1840 Robin Drive, San Jose of each month off.
J.O.Y. Group - E. Downtown San Jose Description:Charlene Smith & Maria Elena Munoz / (408) 569-1793 Good fellowship, sharing, Bible, praiseThursday @ 7:00 pm & prayer. Starting Theophostic on 10/2. 1620 E. St. James, San Jose, 95116
J.O.Y. Group - Morgan Hill/ Gilroy Description:Paul & Marsha Nelson / (408) 655-3176 Adult fellowship for singles and Wednesday @ 7:15 pm married couples. A time to discuss16615 Del Monte Ave., Morgan Hill the message, share, praise & pray. “The Fun Group” - Cambrian Area Description:David&ConniePruitt/(408)626-9992 WeshareourlivestobuildeachWednesday @ 7:30 pm otherupintheLord.Wepray&[email protected] do fun things together! J.O.Y. Fellowship - Los Gatos Description:Larry&RitaWilson/(408)395-1301 Ourgroupisopentosingles&Wednesday @ 7:00 pm - [email protected] couples desiring a closer walk14961 Natalye Road, Monte Sereno with Jesus in the family of God. J.O.Y. Group - San Jose Evergreen Description:John & Venita Etheridge / (408) 269-0099 Fellowship for singles & couples.Wednesday @ 7:15 pm This is a time to discuss the 3670 Shady Hollow Court, San Jose 95148 message, share, praise & pray.
Couples J.O.Y. Group - Blossom Hill Area Description:Rick & Angelica Nunez / (408) 225-9933 A place for couples to fellowshipThursday @ 7:00 pm andbeenriched.Weoffersupport6122 Maree Court, San Jose for the unequally yoked. J.O.Y. Group - Willow Glen Area Description:Charlie & Geri Nave / (408) 280-1100 Journey with us through the Bible Tuesday @ 7:00 pm in a year, and learn to apply it to704 Palm Haven Ave., San Jose 95125 our everyday lives! Sorry, no children.
J.O.Y. Group - Evergreen Description:David & Deborah Le / (408) 727-5268 A place to grow in Christ and become Tuesday @ 7:30 pm free of hindrances to your Christian 3156 Heritage Valley Dr., San Jose 95148 walk. Good fellowship & training also!
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Email Your Pastors & Staff!
Staff Email directory
Avila, Pastor Gary [email protected]
Avila, Pastor Nicole [email protected]
Bennett, Mae [email protected]
Brock, Pastor Mike [email protected]
Cannistraci, Pastor David caris@gccsjcom
Cannistraci, Pastor Kathy [email protected] Castaneda, Pastor Albert [email protected]
DeAmicis, Natalie [email protected]
Easter, Pastor Brad [email protected]
Easter, Pastor Kathy [email protected]
Headley, Pastor John [email protected]
King, Kathy [email protected]
Laitinen, Pastor Ellen [email protected]
Reynolds, Pastor Chip [email protected]
Stewart, Cari [email protected]
Sutherland, Pastor Bryan [email protected]
Vietnamese J.O.Y. Group - Evergreen Description:David & Deborah Le / (408) 727-5268 A place to grow in Christ and Wednesday @ 7:30 pm become free of hindrances to your 3156 Heritage Valley Dr., San Jose 95148 walk. Good fellowship & training!
J.O.Y. Group - San Jose Description:Ed & Margaret Trambley / (408) 453-1247 This is for fellowship andTuesdays @ 7:00 pm bible study. Adults only, please! Children Included Groups
Family J.O.Y. Group - South San Jose Description:Moses & Virginia Martinez / (408) 448-8820 This is a family small groupWednesday @ 7:00 pm setting. Singles & children are1007 Branham Lane, San Jose welcome to come.
Family J.O.Y. Group - Near GateWay Description:Brenda & Lucio Martinez / (408) 597-5168 A place where you and your Wednesday @ 7:00 pm family will get to know Jesus 7160 Via Romera, San Jose, 95139 & others and grow in your walk!
Family J.O.Y. Group - South San Jose Description:Jeremy&RuthCline/(408)693-7723 WewelcomeallyoungfamiliesWednesday @ 7:00 pm and others for fun, fellowship,4981 Roeder Rd., San Jose, 95111 & growing together!
Family J.O.Y. Group - Milpitas Description:Raul Fuentes / (408) 461-0316 A place where you and yourWednesday @ 7:00 pm family will get to know Jesus1001 S. Main St. #Q107, Milpitas & others and grow in your walk!
Family Spanish Bilingual J.O.Y. Group - Downtown Description:Vicky & Martin Macias / (408) 298-2912 & (408) 826-2413 Everyone welcome! Come andWednesdays @ 7:00 pm enjoy an uplifting time of worship,480 N. 10th Street, San Jose fellowship & the word of God.
Women and Children Only Groups
“Women of Faith 1” - Berryessa Area Description:GraceVelasquez Wegathertogetherinprayer,(408)661-2883cell/(408)254-8967 Word,worship,&fellowshiptoWednesday @ 7:00 pm / 1572 Stubbins Ave., San Jose see change in women’s lives.
“Women of Faith 2” - Downtown San Jose Description:DianaGratsinopoulos/(650)315-5725 Wegathertogetherinprayer,Thursday @ 7:00 pm Word,worship,&fellowshipto754 N. 3rd Street, San Jose see change in women’s lives.
“Women of Faith 3” - South San Jose Description:YolandaCorona/(408)509-7049 Wegathertogetherinprayer,Thursday @ 7:00 pm Word,worship,&fellowshipto7535 Bayliss Place, San Jose, 95139 see change in women’s lives.
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Healing Souls Description:Cira (Sarah) Ashton A bilingual group for the (408) 677-4607 / [email protected] handicapped. How to overcome1st & 3rd Thursdays each month @ 7:00 pm your emotions & not be 5475 Lean Ave., San Jose, 95123 controlled by your circumstances.
Licensed Ministers Description:Pastor Brad Easter This is a fellowship for all (408)281-7900ext.303 licensedministersatGCC.Weeat,Meetings, TBA fellowship, & pray for each other.
Sanidad para el Alma Description:Cira (Sarah) Ashton For Latinos who have an interest (408)677-4607/[email protected] inlearninghowtofacedifficulties1st & 3rd Wed. each month @ 7:00 pm with control, peace and wisdom5475 Lean Ave., San Jose, 95123 from God.
(Este grupo es para aquellos que no hablan Ingles y estan interesados en aprender como enfrentar los problemasydificultadesconcontrol,pazysabiduria.)
Marketplace Fellowship Forum Description:Rick Beatty Gathering of regular folks to(408) 493-6488 or [email protected] discuss real-life workplace issuesEvery Tues. 6:30 – 8:00 am & offer encouragement & prayer.GateWayCityChurch,Rm.202/201 Cappuccino&snacksprovided.
Christian Writer’s Fellowship Description:Christine Hagion Rzepka No matter what you’re writing, (408)224-4347/[email protected] you’llfindencouragement.We’ll1st & 3rd Monday evenings, 7:00 – 9:30 pm support you as you embrace the510 Saddlebrook Dr., San Jose (RST Clubhouse) call of God to write for His glory. Adult Literacy Tutoring Description:DouglasHawes Weofferone-on-one&smallgroup(408) 857-3167 literacy tutoring for GCC members,By appointment using an easy-to-tead translation.
GateWay Kicks Description:Head Instructor - Zack Headley Martial Arts training with Christian (831) 537-5407 or [email protected] principles. Learn self-defense, Tuesday & Thursday evening @ GateWay Com. Center respect for others, & achieve goals. 5:30-6:15pm(ages5-7),6:15-7:00pm(ages8&up) Classescertified.$45/monthfee.
One - Timers (who knows what could grow out of this...)
Organize It! Description:Sandy Fletcher This is help for your home!(510) 304-9295 Find things when you need them GateWayCityChurch,SanJose plus ideas, tips and new stuff.Please Call for the Date
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Age Based / Generational Groups
CHILDREN - Nursery through 5th Grade
Nursery (birth –Age 2) Description:Children’sMinistry Loving&caringministrytoGateWay’s(408) 281-7900 ext. 311 infants & toddlers. The Children’sSundays 9 am & 11am, Room 103 Ministry is a ‘parent co-op’!GateWayCityChurch,SanJose
Preschool: Age 3 Description:Children’sMinistry Loving&caringministrytoGateWay’s(408) 281-7900 ext. 311 preschoolers. The Children’s Ministry isSundays 9 am & 11am, Room 104 a ‘parent co-op’!GateWayCityChurch,SanJose
Preschool: Age 4-5 Description:Children’sMinistry Loving&caringministrytoGateWay’s(408) 281-7900 ext. 311 preschoolers. The Children’s Ministry isSundays 9 am & 11am, Room 101 a ‘parent co-op’!GateWayCityChurch,SanJose
Kindergarten – 1st Grade Description:Children’sMinistry Loving&caringministrytoGateWay’s(408) 281-7900 ext. 311 Kindergarten & 1st graders. The Sundays 9 am & 11am, Room 102 Children’s Ministry is a ‘parent co-op’!GateWayCityChurch,SanJose
Super Church (2nd -5th Grade) Description:Children’sMinistry Loving&caringministrytoGateWay’s(408) 281-7900 ext. 310 elementary students. The Children’s Sundays 9 am & 11am, in Kid City Ministry is a ‘parent co-op’!GateWayCityChurch,SanJose
Kids Club Description:Ruth Thompson Once a week kid’s after school Bible club.(408)926-1093 GateWaymembersoutreachtochildrenatTuesdays @ 1:00 – 3:00 pm Baldwin Elementary School.Baldwin Elementary School, San Jose
GateWay Kicks Description:Head Instructor - Zack Headley Martial Arts training with Christian (831) 537-5407 or [email protected] principles. Learn self-defense, respect Tuesday & Thursday evening for others, and achieve goals. All 5:30-6:15pm(5-7yearolds) classesarecertified.$45monthlyfee.6:15 - 7:00pm (8 year olds and up)GateWayCommunityCenter
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Cleansing Stream Prayer Team Description:Joy Young This team prays for the (408) 225-8006 effectiveness of the CleansingMonthly / 6192CahalanAvenue,SanJose StreamministryatGateWay.
Gideon’s Prayer Army Description:Pastor Ellen Laitinen Prayer leadership Team.(408) 281-7900 (Meets 2nd Sat. of each month)
Pastoral Prayer Shield Description:Sandee Miller The Prayer Shield is made up of(408) 281-2623 teams of intercessors dedicated toMonthly Updates cover our pastoral teams in prayer.
Apostolic Prayer Team Description:Deborah McCoy This prayer shield is dedicated to (408) 649-4194 pray for Apostle & Sister C. asEmail Updates every 3 weeks they minister internationally.
Sanctuary Prayer Team Description:Dory & Jenny Pieters Intercessors who pray for Sun.(408)269-2827 morningservices.WerotateSunday Mornings @GateWayCityChurch prayingduringworship/message.
Together in Marketplace Prayer Description:DiAnnBeatty Weprayfortheprayerrequests(408) 493-6488 of the leadership team of theWeekly Updates Marketplace Ministries at GCC.
Ascend Description:Allana Miner This pre-service prayer team is Reality Center made up of youth praying forBi-Monthly, 10:30am on Sundays their Sunday services.
PRE-SERVICE PRAYER MEETINGS
Pre-Service Prayer - 1st Service Description:Pastor Ellen Laitinen All are welcome to join us to pray (408) 281-7900 ext. 316 before the 1st service in the 8:45am - 8:55am every Sunday morning worship room.
Pre-Service Prayer - 2nd Service Description:Ross Miller - coordinator All are welcome to join us to pray (408) 281-2623 before the 2nd service in the 10:45am - 10:55am every Sunday morning worship room.
OTHER GROUPS
C.R.O.S.S. Motorcycle Ministry Description:Mark Sullivan Motorcycle riders & non-riders(408) 205-4838 or [email protected] getting together for monthly local Monthly TBA - 5547 Camden Avenue, San Jose rides and ministry.
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JR HIGH & HIGH SCHOOL
Reality Sunday Description:Pastor Albert Castaneda A Sunday morning service for (408) 281-7900 ext. 307 all Jr. High & High SchoolEvery 2nd & last Sunday of the month - 11am service only! students. You’ll be glad you gotReality Center out of bed for this one!
Reality Jr. High Sunday Description:Pastor Albert Castaneda Exclusive service for all Jr. High(408) 281-7900 ext. 307 (6-8 grades). Come have fun, Every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month &experiencetheWordofGod!Reality Center Reality Wednesday Night Live Description:Pastor Albert Castaneda A live service for Jr. High & High(408) 281-7900 ext. 307 School students w/a live band,7:00 pm Wednesday nights in the Reality Center videos, food, teaching & more!
Bernal Jr. High Outreach Description:PastorAlbertCastaneda Wereachouttoourcommunity(408) 281-7900 ext. 307 by sharing God’s love, making Wednesdays, 2-4pm disciples & building relationships at Bernal Middle School. COLLEGE AGE & YOUNG ADULTS LIFT Cafe Description:Pastor Bryan & Pastor Mike Non-traditional! Open mic, [email protected] etc. & coffee from our Cafe. It’s Weekly, Wednesdays at 9pm in the Cafe an outlet to reach the community. LIFT Men’s Group Description:PastorMike&ShaunMiddlebusher Wegooverspiritual,emotional,[email protected] & all areas of life. Casual, open toWeekly, Saturdays at 9am in the Cafe guys who want to press into God.
LIFT Girl’s Group Description:CariStewart [email protected] It’s a casual group open to girls Every other Saturday at 5pm who want to press into God!
LIFT Think Group Description:John Newton This is designed to address [email protected] questions the college community6-week workshops is faced with daily. It’s also an Tuesday nights at 7pm in the Cafe outreach to the community.
LIFT Artisan Description:Audre Van Broers This group is for the art [email protected] All young adults are welcome.Tuesday nights, 7pm - 9pm in the Warehouse
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Prayer Chain Description:Gloria Joy This team is made up of 6 team(408) 866-4311 leaders who coordinate dailyEmail Updates emergency prayer requests.
Spanish - Intercessory Team Description:Martin & Vicky Macias This team prays for the success (408) 298-2912 & (408) 826-2413 of the Spanish ministry, its Now Forming leaders & participants.
Special Needs Ministry - Intercessory Team Description:Mike & Espy Miramontes This team prays for the success (408) 779-7624 of the special needs ministry, itsNow Forming - Come join us! leaders & participants.
Promised Prodigals Description:Irene Boisvert & Gloria Joy Praying for our prodigal children and(408) 374-7015 loved ones to come to Christ.2nd Friday of every month, 7pm - 9pm GIDEON’S PRAYER ARMY GROUPS
Israel and National Elections Prayer Team Description:Arlene Meador This prayer team is committed (408) 268-3720 to praying for Israel and the U.S.Twice a month on Mondays upcoming elections.
Youth Revival Prayer Team Description:Barbara Farrell & Mary Hernandez A team focused on praying for the (408) 226-0100 protection & revival of our SantaBi-Monthly, SaturdaymorningsatGateWay ClaraCountyschoolcampuses
Prophetic Intercession Team Description:Ross & Sandee Miller This team prays protection over(408) 281-2623 the pastoral staff and theEvery Sunday, 6:00 pm church vision.17485GrandPrixWay,MorganHill95037
Global Intercession Team Description:Jan Keeney This prayer team prays for the (408) 227-6026 needs of our missionaries out Bi-Monthly Meetings inthefield.6264 Cottle Road, San Jose, 95123
Transforming Team Prayer Description:Graig Young This team mobilizes to pray (408) 225-8006 over individuals & companies in As Needed the marketplace. Unemployed 6192 Cahalan Avenue, San Jose or underemployed are [email protected] encouraged to participate.
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COLLEGE AGE & YOUNG ADULTS (continued from Page 4)
LIFT Thrive (Evergreen Valley College) Description:Alfredo Knowles Building friendships on the EVC [email protected] campus & helping students reach Weekly on EVC campus out to their student body. Meetings are held on campus.SENIORS Prime Ministers Description:Bill&JoyceDunn SeniorCitizensofGateWay(408) 293-2783 have lunch together at church 1st Sunday of each Month & also receive a monthly GateWayCityChurch,SanJose newsletter&[email protected]
Visitation Description:Bill&JoyceDunn Wevisitpeopleinhomes,(408) 293-2783 / [email protected] hospitals, & convalescent Saturdays (some weekdays) homes.Wevisitelderly355 Race Street #426, San Jose people.
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“Women of Faith 3” Description:YolandaCorona Wegathertogetherinprayer,(408)509-7049 Word,worship,&fellowshiptoThursday @ 7:00 pm see change in the lives of God’s7535 Bayliss Place, San Jose, 95139 daughters.
Women’s Bible Study Description:ColleenBrown “Sit,Walk,Stand”studyof(408) 981-3753 Ephesians. No childcare available Thursdays @ 7 pm - 9 pm at this time. GateWayCityChurch,intheMulti-PurposeRoom
Women’s Bible Study Description:ColleenBrown “Sit,Walk,Stand”studyof(408) 981-3753 Ephesians. Childcare is available.Thursdays @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am GateWayCityChurch,MPR
Woman 2 Woman - Women’s Conference Description:PastorKathyCannistraci “TheDaughter’sInheritance”November 6 - 8, 2008 with guest speaker Lee [email protected] Don’t miss it!
SPLASH Description:(SupportingHopeInWomen) Focusingonsinglemoms.WeLinda Evans come together for prayer & (408) 354-4369 (Last Sunday of each Month) fellowship. Children welcome! Proverbs 31 Wives 1 Description:Vicky Macias The power of a praying wife. (408) 298-2912 Need prayer & encouragement Tuesdays @ 10:00 am in your family? Bilingual mtg. 675 Chemeketa Dr., San Jose, 95123 Children are welcome.
Proverbs 31 Wives 2 Description:Imelda Chavez The power of a praying wife. (408) 779-2197 Need prayer & encouragement Thursdays @ 10:00 am in your family? Bilingual mtg. 1364WoodelfDrive,SanJose,95121 Childrenarewelcome.
PRAYER GROUPS
Vietnamese - Intercessory Team Description:David & Deborah Le This team prays for the formation (408) 727-5268 and success of the VietnameseNow Forming ministry, leaders & participants.
Prayerwalk Team Description:Laura Johnston Prayerwalk the neighborhoods to(408) 226-1084 see God’s change in people’s livesMeets Monthly on Sundays & the spiritual atmosphere.
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Support & Recovery Groups
Victim to Victor Description:Christine Hagion-Rzepka This group will focus on Biblical(408) 225-2381 keys to overcoming the aftermathTime & Dates – Confidential of abuse. Learn how to [email protected] freedom & wholeness in Christ!
Cleansing Stream Description:Jim & Lou Codromac Going deeper to the root causes of(408)252-6261 pain,conflict&responsesthateffectBi-Weekly – Starting 9/6 at 9:30am our life & those around us. GateWayCityChurch
S.A.R.A.H. Description:(Sexual Abuse Recovery And Healing) This group addresses the needs Diane Martinez & Venita Etheridge of women who have been sexually(408) 971-8402 abused (emotionally/physically).Tuesdays @ 6:30 pm (September 26th – May 29th) WeseekthetheHolySpiritaswe540 Minnesota Avenue, San Jose pursue healing & wholeness. Grievance & Support Ministry Description:IDJ Foundation For all who are in need of supportA.J.&TinaJamison forthelossofalovedone.Weare(408) 578-2757 here to provide you with mental,Available 24-hours a day emotional,financialandspiritual(If you would like to be trained to serve in support. Counselors, organizers,this ministry, please call for information.) and intercessors are available. Biblical Counseling Description:Diane Martinez, Counseling Coordinator This is a free service to help (408) 694-0691 connect individuals and families Call for an appointment to their freedom in Christ.
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Special Interest Groups
MEN’S GROUPS
Men of Steel / Sons of Thunder Description:John Mills & Todd Denny A place where men can grow as a (408) 972-2586 disciple and be trained as a leaderEvery Thursday @ 7:00 pm to gain victory in ALL areas.5823RohnWay,SanJose
Men’s Leadership Team Description:Pastor Gary Avila Meets monthly to plan men’s events (408) 281-7900 and activities.2nd Saturday of every month
Men’s Bible Study Description:Tim Appleby A 6-week study of various N.T. (408) 930-6281 books and discussion with practical Wednesday @ 7:00 pm application.4707 Corrales Drive, San Jose, 95136
Men’s Softball Teams Description:Pastor Albert Castaneda Great time for fellowship playing(408) 309-0750 softball! Various competition levelsMonday nights at Twin Creeks in Sunnyvale for all players. (Spring, Summer & Fall)
WOMEN’S GROUPS
Women’s Leadership Team Description:Carol Coen This group meets to pray, plan and [email protected] execute women’s activities & eventsMeets As Needed forGateWay.
“Women of Faith 1” Description:GraceVelasquez Wegathertogetherinprayer,(408)661-2883cell/(408)254-8967 Word,worship,&fellowshiptoWednesday @ 7:00 pm / 1572 Stubbins Ave., San Jose see change in women’s lives.
“Women of Faith 2” Description:DianaGratsinopoulos Wegathertogetherinprayer,(650)315-5725 Word,worship,&fellowshiptoThursday @ 7:00 pm see change in the lives of God’s754 N. 3rd Street, San Jose daughters. Children are welcome!
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Outreach Groups
Crestwood Outreach Description:Bob&CathySeverin WeofferBiblestudies,worship(408) 293-5480 / [email protected] music with lyrics for sing-alongsTuesdays @ 6:45 – 8:00 pm & create crafts to rememberCrestwood Manor, San Jose Bible topics. Kids Club Description:Ruth Thompson / (408) 926-1093 Once a week kid’s after school BibleTuesdays @ 1:00 – 3:00 pm club. GCC members outreach to childrenBaldwin Elementary School, San Jose at Baldwin Elementary School.
Visitation Description:Bill&JoyceDunn Wevisitpeopleinhomes,(408) 293-2783 / [email protected] hospitals, & convalescent Saturdays (some weekdays) homes.Wevisitelderly355 Race Street #426, San Jose people.
Soundmind Ministry Description:Roger&MaryHernandez/(408)257-2263 Wepickuppeoplefromthehalf-waySundays – before & after service houses & drive them to church, take 7411 Rainbow Drive #12, Cupertino them out to lunch & then home.
Compassion Ministry Description:Ruth Thompson A ministry team to serve [email protected] needs of our community.(408) 926-1093
Campus Ministries (Bernal) Description:Mike Brock Let’s get ready for public school(408)841-6657/[email protected] campuses,sharingGod’sWord.Thursdays Coming up soon!
Evangelism (Compassion) Description:Diana Gratsinopoulos / Grace Velasquez The evangelism team is(650) 315-5725 dedicated to sharing Christ w/(meets as needed) all outreach recipients.
Administration (Compassion) Description:Lenita Cobb The administration team helps (408) 425-0095 by planning & directing the on-(meets as needed) going outreach events & programs.
Communication (Compassion) Description:Nora Smith The communication team contacts (408) 564-7665 the care givers & recipients of(meets as needed) planned events & programs.
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Pastoral Growth Groups (continued)
Married For Life Description: Pastor Brad & Kathy Easter Make your marriage better and 408) 281-7900 enjoy the fellowship of other couples.Starts 10/26 - 11/30GateWayCityChurch,Room201
Media (Compassion) Description:Nora Smith The media team helps by (408) 564-7665 promoting & advertising (meets as needed) outreaches & events.
Fundraising (Compassion) Description:Cindy Powers The fundraising group helps (408) 476-8985 by raising funds & soliciting(meets as needed) grants and donations.
Transportation (Compassion) Description:Raul Fuentes This team helps by picking up,(408) 461-0316 delivering & setting up materials(meets as needed) and supplies for outreaches.
Food (Compassion) Description:Mary Denny The food team helps by (408) 323-0994 preparing & serving food at(meets as needed) outreaches.
Set up/Clean up (Compassion) Description:Ruth Thompson The set up/clean up team (408) 926-1093 prepares for & cleans up after(meets as needed) each outreach.
Decoration (Compassion) Description:Linda Evans The decoration team is (408) 354-4369 responsible for decorating for(meets as needed) each of GCC’s outreaches.
Outreach Event Coordinator Description:Jason Bocanegra This group plans events for the(408) 202-1586 Compassion Outreach ministry. (meets as needed)
Help for the Homeless Description:Lenita Cobb Feeds the homeless once a month(408)425-0095 andfindsresourcesforthem.(meets as needed)
Nehemiah’s Guard Description:John Etheridge A group that helps people w/(408) 891-4933 light auto & home repair, etc. (meets as needed)
GateWay Kicks Description:Head Instructor - Zack Headley Martial Arts training with Christian (831) 537-5407 or [email protected] principles. Learn self-defense, respect Tuesday & Thursday evening @ GateWay Com. Center for others, and achieve goals. All 5:30-6:15pm(5-7yearolds) classesarecertified.$45monthlyfee.6:15 - 7:00pm (8 year olds and up)
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Pastoral Growth Groups
IMPACT! School of Ministry Description:Pastor Gary Avila Impact! is a 2 year, Bible (408) 281-7900 ext. 317 & ministry training school ofTuesday @ 6:30 pm sound doctrine & practical GateWayCityChurch,SanJose aspectsofvictoriousChristian living.
Baptisms & Basics Description:Pastor Gary Avila A course with a practical (408) 281-7900 ext. 317 application of prayer, BibleSundays 10/26 & 11/2 @ 9:00am reading, baptism of the HolyGateWayCityChurch,Room202 Spirit&waterbaptism.Sunday,11/8willbeabaptismalserviceatGateWay.
Lay Pastor Training Description: Pastor John Headley Small Group leadership training. (408) 281-7900 Call for dates/timesGateWayCityChurch,SanJose
Prophetic Prayer Forum Description: Pastor Ellen Laitinen All those who are interested in (408)281-7900x.316 learninghowtoflowinpropheticSunday night, one time per month intercession are welcome to come!6:00pm - 7:30pmGateWayCityChurchSee website for calendar www.EllenLaitinen.org
Leadership Network Gathering Description: Pastor David Cannistraci Inspirational equipping events(408) 281-7900 for everyone interested or Sunday night 10/19 involved in leadership. Pastor6:00pm-7:30pm sharesfromtheWordofGodGateWayCityChurch,SanJose &yearsofexperiencewiththe goal of taking you to the next level of leadership at home, work, & in the Kingdom of God.
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Service Groups
Altar Workers Description:Larry&RitaWilson Weprayfor&ministerto(408) 395-1301 people who come to the altar Sunday Services @ GateWay for prayer or salvation. Worship Team Description:NicoleAvila WemeetatGCCtorehearse,(408)281-7900ext.309 pray&worship.We’dlovetoEvery Thursday, 7 - 9 pm (Beg. 10/2) have you as a part of our team.Sundays, 8 am
Greeters Description:PastorBradEaster Wegreetthosewhowalkthrough(408) 281-7900 ext. 303 the doors for various meetingsSunday Services @ GateWay including Sunday services, etc. Front Desk Receptionist Description:Pastor Kathy Easter Answering phones, greeting (408)281-7900ext.312 guests&projects.(Weekly)
Cleansing Discipleship Description:Graig & Joy Young Prerequisite: Cleansing Stream(408) 225-8006 teaching. Team building & prayerMonthly – Saturdays 9-1 pm @ GCC to be healed & set free. Ushers Description:Pastor Gary Avila Prepare for service, seat people,(408) 281-7900 ext. 317 take offerings, & serve communion.
GateWay Security Team Description:Pastor Gary Avila This special team will serve as part of (408) 281-7900 the Usher’s Ministry to oversee allSundays worship services, children’s ministry, and parking lot. GateWay Television Ministry Description:Brent & Candi Jenkins GTV helps w/the video taping of(408) 842-1390 GCC services. (Training provided) As needed
IT/Computer Team Description:John Etheridge This team helps by maintaining(408) 269-0099 & expanding GCC’s network,Saturdays (meets monthly) computers & media systems.
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Service Groups (continued)
Hospitality Description:Pastor Kathy Easter This team serves food & drinks &(408) 281-7900 ext. 312 helps w/ decor at church functions.
GateWay Counselors Description:Diane Martinez Ongoing training, support & (408) 971-8402 administration for those who doSundays @ 6:00 pm peercounseling@GateWay.(Monthly @ GCC)
Video Announcement Team Description:Mike Brock Join the creative team behind (408) 841-6657 the scenes in creating the Thursdays @ 6:00 pm morning edition and video(Monthly@GCC) announcements.Writers, camera people, editors and creative minds needed!
GateWay Voices (Choir) Description:Nicole Avila Come worship the Lord with (408) 281-7900 ext.309 your voice. All ages welcome.Meets as needed for special events Please call for an audition.
Reality Music Description:Nicole Avila Junior & Senior High worship (408) 281-7900 ext. 309 team; singers, musicians, and Wednesdays @ 4:30 pm tech’s welcome.(Weekly@GCC)
Media Team Description:Mike Brock Join this important team and (408) 281-7900 ext. 305 run sound, videos, & slidesSunday Service at GateWay for worship.
Men’s Leadership Team Description:Pastor Gary Avila This group meets to pray, plan (408) 281-7900 or [email protected] and execute men’s activities &Meets Monthly eventsforGateWay.
Women’s Leadership Team Description:Carol Coen This group meets to pray, plan [email protected] and execute women’s activities &Meets As Needed eventsforGateWay.
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