INTEREST GROUPS
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Songwriters Anonymous
Group Leaders: Bob and Sheri Marino
Tel: H: 201-934-3219, W: 201-934-1253 or bsm130@verizon.net
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor
Place: Bob & Sheri’s Home
Time: One Thursday night per month
Description: Budding songwriters and musicians of all levels, Bob and Sheri would like to meet with you and others to share songs that you have written, or are busy writing. Bring either music or words.
Strings for Him
Group Leader: Ray Burgess
Tel: H: 973-423-1313 or rbviolin@optonline.net
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor
Place: Ray’s home
Time: 6PM 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month
Description: For those who are interested in learning to play the violin or other stringed instruments such as guitar. Here’s an opportunity to meet new friends and learn to play a musical instrument.
Joe's Bass Skool
Group Leader: Joe Vervoordt
Tel: H: 973-839-8250 or vervoordts@optonline.net
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor
Place: TBA
Time: Call Joe for details
Description: Bass playing small group instruction for young men, to build both musical skills and relationships. Come and learn to use your musical abilities for the Lord!
God’s Country Club
Group Leader: Steve Nagy
Tel: H: 201-796-1929
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor Rich Osborne
Place: Call for information.
Time: One Saturday per month
Description: Open to all experienced hikers and those looking for adventure! Let’s use our love of the outdoors to develop relationships and encourage one another in our walk with God.
Crocheting Crusaders
Group Leader: Linda Presti
Tel: H: 973-304-0155 W: 201-794-2988
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor Rich Osborne
Place: Linda’s home in
Time: Mondays at
Description: Calling all adults and seniors who want to learn this fading art. Bring your friends and learn to crochet. Linda has been crocheting for forty years and will teach you to crochet.
AA (Alcoholics Anonymous)
Group Leader: Michelle Giuliano and Cathy Sposato
Tel: Michelle: 973-839-2356; Cathy: 973-904-0457
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor Rich Osborne
Place: Bethany Church
Time: Saturdays at
Description: An open meeting for everyone interested in the recovery process, and especially for those people coming into recovery for the first time or returning to recovery. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help others to achieve sobriety.
The Most Excellent Way
Group Leader: Bob Borell
Tel: H: 201-966-6868 or rvborell@optonline.net
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor Rich Osborne
Place: Bethany Church
Time: Thursdays at
Description: Through God's Word, thesse support meetings encourage restoration to the Lord from addictive attitudes, behaviors, and substances. The meetings are for those new to recovery, those seeking something beyond the 12-step programs and for their family and friends. Meetings for for the dependent person and their family/friends are held at the same time in seperate rooms. Come, Be Free.
Healing Room
Group Leaders: Judy & Lou Imperial
Tel: H: 201-825-9570 or louimperial@optonline.net
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor Don James
Time: Mon:
Place:
Description: For anyone needing physical, emotional or spiritual healing, a dedicated team will pray for you. We believe that bondages will be broken, people will be delivered from tormenting spirits, and healing will take place in the name of Jesus.
Mark
Group Leader: Angela Colindres
Tel: H: 201-257-8271 W: 973-253-2800 or email:
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor Rich Osborne
Place:
Time: 2nd Sunday of the month after 2nd service
Description: If you are interested in street evangelism and sharing the good news, then this group is for you. Angela will undertake to train you and organize a street evangelism ministry.
Prime Time
Group Leader: Pastor Rich Osborne
Tel: H: 973-835-6940 W: 201-891-7494 or nanaro3@aol.com
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor Rich Osborne
Place & Time: Varies
Description: Open to everyone ages 50-70. Meets every other month for lunches, BBQs, trips, game nights. Contact Pastor Rich if you are interested in having fun and making friends.
Life Group
Group Leader: Pastor Rich Osborne
Tel: H: H: 973-835-6940 W: 201-891-7494 or nanaro3@aol.com
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor Rich Osborne
Place & Time: Varies
Description: Open to everyone ages 60+. Meets monthly for trips, activities, dinners, and games. Contact Pastor Rich if you’re interested in having fun and making new friends.
New Beginnings
Group Leaders: Boris Lukacin, David & Julie Gugelev
Tel: 201-722-9287
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor Rich Osborne
Place: Bethany Church
Time: Tuesdays
Description: Open to everyone ages 35-50. Come share life and faith with friends as we pray & fellowship together.
Nursing Home Ministry
Group Leader: John Salerno
Tel: 201-444-8140
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor Rich Osborne
Place: Wayne View Nursing Home
Time: Every Sunday
Description: Come and join the team, as we reach out and minister to the residents of this home every Sunday morning.
Daily Bread Cooking Group
Group Leader: Craig Mathews
Tel: H: 201-567-8490 W: 212-376-0686 or craigmatthews@fastmail.fm
Oversight Ministry Leader: Bill Morchen
Place: Varies
Time: Meets twice a month on Saturdays
Description: Get together to learn and teach each other about cooking …and eating of course. Share about our walk with the Lord in the process. Sounds delicious!
ESL (English as a Second Language)
Group Leader: Gloria Hargreaves
Tel: H: 201-891-7494
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor Rich Osborne
Time: Tuesdays
Place:
Description: Classes are open to any adult wanting to learn or improve their English speaking skills.
Connections
Group Leaders: Joe and Gail Marquard
Tel: 201-652-8267
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor Rich Osborne
Place: Various locations
Time: Meets the 3rd Saturday of every month at various locations. Call Carol or Gail for details.
Description: Open to all single men and women (ages 40-60). Come share in faith, fellowship. And friendship while enjoying various activities and interests.
Managing Money God's Way
Group Leader: Dan Connelly
Tel: 201-447-5534
Time: Not meeting this semester
Description: The group focus is primarily for couples that want to learn what the Bible says about managing money. Topics that will be covered include investing instruments, different types of insurance, budgeting, understanding interest and ho it compounds, and much more.
A Night With the King
Group Leaders: Gail Marquard
Tel: 201-652-8267
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor Gwain Bloom
Place: Meets at various homes
Time: Call Gail for details.
Description: Through the powerful medium of movies, this outreach provides a forum for members to discuss with others their faith and other relevant life issues. Movies are shown in various homes for small gatherings, and discussion points are provided to facilitate group discussion.
Exploring Your Jewish Roots
Group Leaders: Gary and Liz Cohen
Tel: 201-805-8555
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor Gwain Bloom
Place: Cohen's home
Time: 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month. Call for times.
Description: Join us to explore and discuss the Jewish roots of Christianity and the church. We will discuss Paul's words for believers today, God's promises to Israel, the Feasts, and more to open a dialogue to lovingly share about the Messiah with your Jewish friends, neighbors, and co-workers.
The 4:8 Principle: The Secret to a Joy-Filled Life
Group Leader: Dan and Cynthia Connelly
Tel: 201-497-5534
Oversight Ministry Leader: Pastor Gwain Bloom
Place: TBA
Time: Call Dan or Cynthia for details
Description: Be a part of this book study, “The 4:8 Principle" by Tommy Newberry. How do you live with joy when there are so many things set up to steal it- how do you overcome? Using Philippians 4:8 as a guide, learn to shape your thoughts and thereby influence your attitudes and actions. By thinking on what is true, noble, just, pure and lovely you too can experience the joy-filled life!
