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WHAT ARE LIFE GROUPS?Life Groups are gatherings where you can create lifelong friendships, grow spiritually, and serve your community. Most groups have 10-15 people and meet in homes, restaurants, or on Bay Life’s campus.

WHEN DO LIFE GROUPS START AND HOW LONG DO THEY LAST?Life groups kick-off the week of February 1 and meet for a 15-week semester ending by May 22.

HOW DO I SIGN UP FOR A GROUP?Register online at baylife.org/groups, and follow the instructions. You’ll receive a confirmation email and a welcome call or email from your group leader. That’s it! Sign up today, our groups fill up quickly!

IS THERE A COST?Maybe… If there are required materials, such as a book or workbook, then yes, each member of the group is responsible to pay for their materials. You will find a link to the materials when you sign up or your Life Group Leader will provide specific instructions for book purchasing. If you don’t have a Bible, we will be happy to help you get one or you can download the free app called Bible - YouVersion.

IS CHILDCARE AVAILABLE?Yes, the church offers on-campus childcare on Wednesday mornings, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings. The cost is $5 per child ($10 family maximum). Be sure to make weekly reservations for your kids by 12pm the day before! For more information, check out the website at baylife.org/childcare.

IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS, WHO CAN I TALK WITH?Daniel Ilg | phone: 813.661.3696 ext. 319 | email: [email protected].

FAQ

Sundays *childcare available during service times

Children (K-5th Grade)Wendy StoughThe Awana program offers a fun, proven approach for early evangelism and discipleship. Scripture-based programs and exciting games promote Bible literacy and help kids develop lifelong faith in Christ. More at baylife.org/awana.

Couples (all ages)Dan & Sharon GreenWe are a group of imperfect people serving a perfect Savior. We meet on Sundays at Bay Life so that our members can come to worship and have Life Group in conjunction with each other.

Sunday 8:00 A.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $15Awana Children’s Bible Study

Sunday 11:00 A.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $0ColossiansBible

Spring 2016 Life Groups 2

* Pictured above are sample images from some of our Life Group studies this semester.*

Visit baylife.org/groups to access our Online Group Finder for up-to-date information and registration.

Couples (all ages)Shane & Kelly UtzWe are real people, living real lives together. We have a passion for growth in Christ, and building a strong community.

Sunday 9:30 A.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $20 per coupleWe Are Churchby Francis Chan

Young Couples (20s & 30s)Paul & Debbie HumphreysWe are a group for young married couples in their 20’s and 30’s who have been married for 10 years or less.

Sunday 6:00 P.M.Meets in ValricoCost: $0EcclesiastesBible

Sundays (continued)

College + Career (18-28) Stephen and Wendy StoughOur Life Group is perfect for those in their 20’s who are entering the career field, have questions about the Bible, Faith, Culture, and Worldview and want to study the Scriptures and prayerfully consider God’s guidance in these areas.

Monday 7:00 P.M.Meets in BrandonCost: $0Engaging Culture

Mondays

Mixed (age 50+)Jack & Janice BeedonWe meet at 6:45 for a pot luck dinner and begin our study at 7:30. We have a wonderful time of fellowship and study with our family of couples, singles and widows.

Tuesday 6:45 P.M.Meets in SeffnerCost: $9Christian - It’s Not What You Think by Andy Stanley

Couples (all ages)Rick & Becky DialOur group is for couples of all ages who are looking to grow in their relationship with each other and with Christ. We meet once a week to pray, study, and share.

Tuesday 7:00 P.M.Meets in DoverCost: $10New Testament Survey

Men (All Ages) Mike Langston & Kevin LeBlancWe have men of all ages and stages of their faith journey.You have to ask the right questions before you get the right answers. And that’s what this study helps you do. James reminds us the gospel is what truly matters. The gospel should define how we think, feel, and act.

Tuesday 7:00 A.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $0Jamesby John D. Barry

Tuesdays *childcare available with reservations by noon on Monday

Mixed (20s & 30s)Michael & Victoria GuzanWe are a group that understands the immense need for true Christianity to be lived out in our community and work places so that others may understand what it means to follow Christ.

Sunday 7 P.M.Meets in RiverviewCost: $13The God Who Speaksby Ed Stetzer

CAREChildcare is available on Wednesday mornings and

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings. The cost is $5 per child ($10 family maximum). Make weekly

reservations for your kids by 12pm the day before. For more information, check out the website at baylife.org/

Mixed Walt & Maggie RaddWe fellowship, we eat, we laugh, we live out loud for the Lord. Sound good? Come join us.

Tuesday 7:00 P.M.Meets in BrandonCost: $91 & 2 Corinthiansby Paul Stevens & Dan Williams



Men (all ages)David PresleyWe are a group of men walking through God’s Word as we walk through life together. We are currently going through the book of Luke with the help of online study guides and group conversation. Come and join us for a time of community and spiritual growth as we walk through this awesome Gospel together.

Women (aged 35+)Elizabeth FlaniganOur group is for single women of all ages who are interested in growing a deeper relationship with Christ. We laugh and we share as we study together.

Tuesday 7:00 P.M.Meets in LithiaCost: $0Gospel of LukeBibleby BibleStudyMen.com

Tuesday 7:00 P.M.Meets in DoverCost: $5Selections From The Psalms: A Life Of Worshipby Miles Curtis

Young Couples (All Ages) Ben & Jennie DiehlWe are a family-oriented group for all ages. We talk about our families and how to apply what we are learning to our family lives. Whether you are new to Bay Life or have been here awhile, come and share your experience as godly parents.

Couples (50+)Steve PfaffmanOur group is a mixture of “empty nesters” and younger members. We enjoy and welcome members who may desire to study and fellowship with our group. We enjoy food, fellowship, and outings.

Tuesday 7:00 P.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $13Always Trueby James MacDonald

Tuesday 7:00 P.M.Meets in DoverCost: $12Victory in Spiritual Warfareby Tony Evans

Women (30+) Marie ClaveriaWe are a community of ladies spending time together learning more about our Father and just how special we are to Him. Our night may involve tears and laughter, but the awesome thing is we’re together.

Tuesday 7:00 P.M.Meets in RiverviewCost: $14The Comebackby Louie Giglio



Lead by: Jesse & Tammy Perkins | Starts Feb. 14 | Sundays 6:00 P.M. | Meets at Bay Life Church | $99 per household

Mixed Scot & Alicia HollingsworthWe are a diverse group of people who enjoy meeting and studying God’s Word. We strive to review topics of importance in our daily lives, and seek biblical answers to complex questions. Please feel welcome to come and join our group!

Wednesday 7:00 P.M.Meets in BrandonCost: $0Ten Important QuestionsBible

Wednesdays *childcare available with reservations by noon on Tuesday

Men (Worship Ministry)Brad HillierWe’re a group of guys in Worship Arts Ministry that meet each week to hang out and look into God’s Word.

Wednesday 6:30 A.M.Meets in ValricoCost: $0Walk in the Wordby James MacDonald

Mixed Justin & Lisa ShifletHave a weird schedule? Work nights? Want to meet at Noon? Come join us as we pursue a deeper knowledge of Scripture that takes us from head knowledge to applying it to our lives.

Wednesday 12:00 P.M.Meets in ValricoCost: $25The Forgotten Godby Francis Chan


UPCOMING EVENTS

January 24 Core Classes begin

February 1 Semester starts

February 2 Foundation classes begin

February 28 Welcome Lunch

April 3 Core Classes relaunch

April 10 Welcome Lunch

April 24 Meant to Lead

May 21 Foundation Seminar #2

May 22 All Life Group Leader Training

Mixed (50+)Fred & Ilene StubbsWe care for each other; serve where we can and study God’s Word - book by book.

Couples (all ages)Larry & Brittany HickmanWe are a fun, easy going group. We enjoy talking and learning about the Lord. In the hustle and bustle of today’s world, sometimes it’s hard to hear yourself think, much less take time to stop and listen for God’s voice. But learning to recognize the many ways in which He speaks is vital for following His plan.

Women (35+)Connie KincaidWe are a group of women who love to dig deep into God’s Word together. We study at our own pace and share our experience, strength and hope with each other.

Wednesday 7:00 P.M.Meets in ValricoCost: $0Bible

Wednesday 7:00 P.M.Meets in ValricoCost: $12How to Hear From Godby Joyce Meyer

Wednesday 7:15 P.M.Meets in ValricoCost: $0Gospel of JohnBible

Wednesdays (continued)MixedTJ & Elizabeth TowersWe’re a mixed group of sinners saved by grace working on letting Jesus reflect in all we do. We love good food, each other and helping each other grow in the Word. Sometimes we like to break from the norm and have dinner together or go have some fun!

Wednesday 7:00 P.M.Meets in ValricoCost: $131 Peter: We Are All Refugeesby John D. Barry

Thursdays *childcare available with reservations by noon on Wednesday

Men (all ages)Mark Saunders & TJ TowersWe meet for breakfast and fellowship as we spend time centered on God’s Word.

Thursday 7:00 A.M.Meets in ValricoCost: $0GenesisBible

Single MomsJessie FitzgeraldSingle moms coming together in community to grow and live faithfully in the journey of parenting alone.

Thursday 7:00 P.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $15Kids and the Single Momby Jennifer Maggio

MixedTony & Valerie BiondolilloWe are a mixed Life Group ministering to Riverview based Bay Lifers. We enjoy a time of fellowship, Bible study, and prayer, while forming new friendships.

Thursday 7:00 P.M.Meets in RiverviewCost: $01 & 2 CorinthiansBible


MixedAngel & Maribel BarillasEs una aventura de crecimiento! (It’s an adventure in growth!)

Wednesday 8:00 P.M.Meets in ValricoCost: $0Sermon NotesBible

Women (all ages)Nikki HernandezAre you attending church without your family? Well, you are not alone. This group is focusing on spiritually single women (women who follow Christ but their families do not). We will study God’s Word, care and pray for one another

Mixed (all ages)Mark & Kathy NixonWe are a mixed group of couples and some singles, different ages, and backgrounds. We all participate in facilitating our discussions which are generally focused on books of the Bible.

Thursday 7:00 P.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $16The Five Love Languagesby Gary Chapman

Thursday 7:00 P.M.Meets in SeffnerCost: $0RomansBible


“And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having favor

with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.” Acts 2:46-47

Special NeedsJon WeaverOur group is for special needs adults age 18 - 40. We eat, fellowship, and study God’s Word. Volunteers are in the social peer group and assist as needed.

Thursday 7:00 P.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $0Bible

Thursdays (continued)

Women (ages 35+) Carol Horvath We are a group of women that love our precious Lord. We enjoy being in the Word to learn about our Lord. We want to meet ladies through Christ, and to share the Word as much as possible.

Friday 11:00 A.M.Meets in RiverviewCost: $10James by John MacArthur

Fridays & Saturdays

Mixed Andy CorsonWe’re a mixed group that raises important questions and then we spend time studying God’s Word and praying to find what God says on the issue.

Mixed Jeremy & Karen ParkerWe are a group of believers committed to caring, growing, and drawing closer to God. Children are welcome.

Saturday 6 P.M.Meets in BrandonCost: $0Life’s QuestionsBible

Friday 6 P.M.Meets in LithiaCost: $0Gospel of LukeBible

Foster/Adoptive Family CommunityMatthew & Kacy OlesonThis Life Group is geared toward foster and adoptive families. Whether you have in the past, are currently or plan in the future to foster or adopt, we are here for you.

Thursday 7:00 P.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $10.25Interrupted: When Jesus Wrecks Your Comfortable Christianityby Jen Hatmaker

Connect to ServeJen CushenHave you ever wondered why you’re here, or how you can really make a difference? Through personality and spiritual gifts assessments, Scripture study and personal reflection, you’ll discover new insights about yourself and the way God has you wired.

Sunday 9:30 A.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $10Connect to Serve by Jay McSwain

Talking With GodShane ClarkWalk in fellowship with your Heavenly Father. God is inviting you to experience a deeper, more meaningful relationship with Him through prayer. This study teaches you to cultivate a personal walk with God as you practice six kinds of prayer.

Sunday 11:00 A.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $12Pray in Faith by T.W. Hunt & Claude King

C O R E C L A S S E SLife StepsMark HorstLearn more about the mission and vision of Bay Life Church, the foundations of the Christian faith, effective study methods, and become intimately acquainted with the Savior Jesus Christ.

Sunday 11:00 A.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $0Life Steps I by Bay Life Church

Care...through establishing meaningful friendships, positive relationships, and a support system to care for one another.

In a healthy Life Group, you will care, grow, and serve.

Grow...to be more of who God made you to be. Growth comes as a result of being challenged and loved by your Life Group family.

Serve...to lead community change. Groups influence their community by serving in practical ways with unity, authenticity, and intentionality.



Ladies’ Ministry

Men’s MinistryMen (all ages) Scott RanckThe Monday Night Men’s group is a great place to learn how to live the principles of the Bible. The studies are life related applications for real men to live a real life.

Monday 7:00 P.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $0Real Men. Real Life.Bible

Men (all ages) Danny AgostoReal Life Real Men! We are striving to become Christ-followers together, by focusing our surrendered lives to God. We have created a safe environment for men to come and see how we can grow together in our faith.

Wednesday 6:30 P.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $0Jesus’ 46 Parablesswapmeetdave.com

Women (all ages) Carmelita BoyceConnect with other women looking to grow in their faith. Be encouraged to grow in your faith. Learn how to be the woman God created you to be. Change the world!

Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $20So, You Want to Be Like Christby Charles Swindoll

Sundays 8:00 A.M. Wednesdays 9 A.M. & 7:00 P.M.

TAKE BAY LIFE WITH YOUOur FREE mobile app connects you to a variety of resources:messages, articles, our latest news and event information, and more!

Every weekend you’ll also have access to our live video stream. So even if you can’t attend in person, you can still watch and listen to our Sunday and special event services.

Download our Bay Life app at www.baylife.org/mobile



BREAKTHROUGH G R O U P S

Safe PeopleMark Sentovich Safe People will help you to recognize 20 traits of relationally untrustworthy people. Discover what makes some people relationally safe, and how to avoid unhealthy entanglements. You’ll learn about things that jeopardize your relational security.

Thursday 7:00 P.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $13By Drs. Henry Cloud & John Townsend

DivorceCareGenevieve LoCicero Our DivorceCare support group can help you on your journey toward recovery. It’s a place where you’ll find caring people who understand the issues you face. Our groups meet weekly to help you face these challenges and rebuild your life.

Sunday 11:00 A.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $13

GriefShare: Your Journey From Mourning to JoyPeter Peck & Michelle EppingIf you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, you’re probably found there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. This group is for adults who are experiencing the effects of loosing a loved one.

Thursday 7:00 P.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $13

Emotional FitnessGenevieve LoCiceroThe authors help people approach their own emotions in a healthy way, as well as handling the emotions of others. Not only is the material highly interactive, it presents readers with practical ways of applying the content immediately.

Thursday 7:00 P.M.Meets at Bay Life ChurchCost: $13By David Ferguson & Don McMInn

BUILD RELATIONSHIPSIt can be easy to get lost in the crowd and not feel like you belong. The Scriptures teach that we are to be part of the community of faith. Our Life Groups are a place where you can be part of a community of support and encouragement! Our Life Groups are one of the best ways to form strong and lasting relationships with other Christ followers. And our catalog will help you find the perfect fit to meet your individual and family needs!

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