CHRISTCARE GROUPS
"Circles of Care with Christ at the Center

What is a ChristCare Group?

A ChristCare Group is a gathering of about 3-12 people that meets regularly for an agreed upon season of time to deepen fellowship with one another and with Jesus Christ. When ChristCare groups meet, they participate in:

• mutual care and encouragement
• relating the Bible to daily life
• prayer and worship, and
• service and outreach to others

A trained leader who receives ongoing support for this ministry leads the ChristCare Group. The group decides together the focus of its Biblical study and the nature of its service or outreach.

ChristCare Groups Build Community

In a world where people often feel isolated, there is a strong need to have a place where you are known, where you have family. In ChristCare Groups, people develop trust, love, and acceptance, and are able to share joys and struggles. New members find a place to connect, and longtime members find a place for continued growth. And remember that much of Jesus' most significant ministry took place with the small group he formed at the beginning of his ministry -- the twelve disciples.

ChristCare Groups at Lewinsville

The following groups are now active at Lewinsville. If you are interested in joining one of these, contact one of the the Equippers listed below.

ChristCare Acts
Meets twice each month on Sundays from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. in members' homes. Leaders: Claire Grossi (703-893-6989), Jean Morra (703-734-5487)

Galilee ChristCare Gathering
Meets the second and fourth Sunday each month from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel. Leaders: Renie Ruehlin (703-734-0358) and Jamie Raaum (703-448-5252).

Sunday Evening ChristCare
Meets every Sunday except the first Sunday in each month from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. in the library. Leader: Judy Herseth (703-435-2386).

ChristCare at LRR
Meets the second and fourth Monday each month from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.in the Activity Room at the Lewinsville Retirement Residence (LRR). Leader: Lois Haynes (703-992-0950), Roz Kuldell (703-356-0628).

Barnabas ChristCare
Meets the first and third Monday each month from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. in the Bethany Room. Leader: Paul Phillips (703-237-8590) and Linda Bender (703-255-5283).

Faithful Followers Fellowship
Meets the second and fourth Tuesday each month from 10:15 to noon at the home of Ruth Thomas. Leader: Ruth Thomas (703-533-7292)

Afternoon ChristCare
Meets the second and fourth Wednesday each month from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. in the Library. Leader: Pegge Baldauf (703-356-1438)

Spiritual Seekers
Meets the second and fourth Wednesdays each month from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the Library. Leaders: David Porterfield (703-255-1427)

Men's Square
Meets the second and fourth Saturday mornings each month from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. in the Bethany Room. Leader: David Porterfield (703-255-1427.

Interested in Forming a New ChristCare Group?

All ChristCare Groups are led by trained leaders. If you have an interest group (e.g., parents of teens, church school teachers, twentysomethings, empty nesters, government employees, etc.) or a time slot (e.g., every other Monday night) with 3 or more who would like to experience a new ChristCare Group, contact Jamie Raaum (703-448-5252) or Rev. Emily Berman D'Andrea at the church office (703-356-7200)

Your ChristCare Equipper Team

Equippers are individuals who have had specialized training for the ChristCare Ministry. They are responsible for the formation of new groups, for training group leaders, and for supporting the growth of ChristCare at Lewinsville. Feel free to contact a member of the Equipper Team with any questions or ideas you may have.