Connect Groups

Being surrounded by believers who worship God freely is an exciting experience, but just attending church services alone will not fulfill what God has purposed for you.

You need more than that. You need connect-ions; friendly faces that know your name and share in your life. We are not meant to be alone in the crowd.

As we grow closer to God, we should grow closer to one another as a church family. That's why, at Abundant Life, we believe that healthy, thriving relationships among believers is essential to experiencing personal fulfillment and spiritual growth. With this in mind, we have created Connect.

Connect groups provide a way for you to meet new people in smaller settings. You will get together and enjoy common interests and activities. More importantly, you will get to know one another.

Below is an updated list of Connect groups; this listing is also available at Information Services. You can join a group anytime you want - all are welcome. Simply contact the group's leader for meeting times and locations.

American Sign Language: An Introduction
This 8 week course taught by Bentley Fine, a certified teacher from Aurora, is designed to teach the basic concepts of American Sign Language, grammar and culture.
Leader: Melanie Corsaro
Min#: 8, Max#: 12
Location: Abundant Life
Frequency: Every Sunday @ 11:45 am, starting June-August for 8 weeks.
Group Type: Education/Training
Cost: $40
Contact: phone 315.698.4494 or email mcorsaro@twcny.rr.com

Art Eagles
Network and collaborate. Sell, bless others and display art work in a show. Artists’ work will be based on a biblical theme.
Leader: Lorraine Goldych
Min #: 0, Max #: 20
Location: Liverpool, NY
Frequency: Thursdays, once a month @ 7pm
Group Type: Activity/Discussion
Cost: Varies
Contact: phone 315.481.2223, 315.470.0603 or email goldychl@yahoo.com

Homeschoolers of Abundant Life
Homeschooling families, and those interested in doing so, are invited to a picnic to learn about homeschooling for the upcoming year.
Leader: Shari Del Favero
Min#: 0, Max#: 0
Location: Green Lakes State Park
Frequency: One meeting; Sunday, June 8th after 3rd service.
Group Type: Discussion
Cost: $7 parking fee; $5 pavilion use fee and a dish to pass.
Contact: phone 315.253.7610 or email s.delfavero@verizon.net

LaFamilia
Fellowship and share scriptures with Hispanic brothers and sisters
Leader: Ariel & Angela Martinez
Min#: 8, Max #: 0
Location: Maxwell Park in Dewitt, NY
Frequency: 1st Saturday of the month at 3pm
Group Type: Fellowship/Bible Study
Cost: 0
Contact: phone 315.480.6460 or email leirang@yahoo.com

LaFamilia
Compartir y estudiar las escrituras con hermanos hispanos.
Lideres: Ariel & Angela Martinez
Minimo#: 8, Max#: 0
Location: Maxwell Park in Dewitt, NY
Frecuencia: Primer Sabado del mes 3pm
Tipo de Grupo: Compartir/Estudio Biblico Fellowship/Bible Study
Costo: 0
Contacto: phone 315.480.6460 or email leirang@yahoo.com

Singles 40 Plus (40+)
In this group, singles ages 40 and above will fellowship, play games, view DVDs and share in other activities.
Leader: Rosalind Johnson
Min#: 0, Max#: 25
Location: Baldwinsville, NY
Frequency: Saturdays, once a month
Group Type: Fellowship/Discussion
Cost: 0
Contact: phone 315.638.4150 or email rdjohnson@cfaith.com

Women and The Word
In this group, women will share testimonies and enjoy talking about various topics from the Word of God.
Leader: Dinel Torrence
Min#: 0, Max#: 10
Location: East Syracuse, NY
Frequency: Saturdays, twice a month
Group Type: Discussion
Cost: 0
Contact: phone 315.431.4772

Walk ‘N Talk
Participants in this group will walk for outdoor recreation and health in locations outside of Onondaga County.
Leader: Diane Van Slyke
Min#: 4, Max#: 12
Location: Bouckville, Morrisville, Chittenango and Oneida Areas
Frequency: Wednesdays; twice a month; June-August
Group Type: Activity
Cost: 0
Contact: phone 315.893.7910 or email fvanslyk@twcny.rr.com

Gifted Hands
Sharing gifts of knitting, needlepoint, crochet and quilting. Share testimonies and exhort one another.
Leader: Linda Glover
Min#: 0, Max#: 25
Location: Pennellville, NY
Frequency: Mondays, once a month
Group Type: Activity
Cost: 0
Contact: phone 315.668.8826

Motorcycle Group
This group is open to all motorcyclists. Get together with others to enjoy the countryside. If you have a permit, you may participate.
Leader: Phil Hudson
Min#: 0, Max#: 0
Location: Meet after 3rd service at Abundant Life Business entrance
Frequency: First Sunday of the month, June-August, weather permitting.
Group Type: Activity
Cost: 0
Contact: phone 315.488.7931 or email philhdson@aol.com

Men’s Prayer
Join other men to pray for our church and community and the challenges men face.
Leader: Drew Fletcher
Min#: 0, Max#: 0
Location: Abundant Life Ministry Annex at 7010 Fly Rd.
Frequency: 2nd and 4th Monday of the month at 8:30 pm
Group Type: Prayer
Cost: 0
Contact: phone 315.378.4385

God’s Victorious Women
This is a group for women to be blessed with teaching, music, prayer, bonding, socializing and growth.
Leader: Elder Ruth Nixon
Min#: 0, Max#: 20
Location: Syracuse, NY
Frequency: 1st Thursday of the month at 7pm
Group Type: Bible Study/Discussion
Cost: 0
Contact: phone 315.454.9521