What Is A Life Group?

Life groups meet during the week, typically in homes, and gather for growing relationships and accountability, Bible study and prayer.

I’m New To Avalon Church, When Do I Join A Life Group?

If you are experiencing life at the moment, you know that some seasons in life are difficult, others downright hard. God never intended for us to do life alone. Community is a gift from God, meant to help us grow and experience God in fresh and tangible ways.  Life groups at Avalon Church are gatherings of people who share life together, study together and pray for one another.  If you are new to church, this is a great starting point to be part of something special, to ask questions and think through your faith with a group of people who care for you. Our love for people is not because they have it all together; it’s because people are created by God and Jesus taught us to love him and love others. Now would be a great time to join a life group!

How Do I Join A Life Group?

Finding and joining a life group is very simple. If you know someone at Avalon who is already in one, then simply ask to tag along to the next study. Otherwise, browse the life group list and find a group that meets your needs, is near your neighborhood and works with your schedule. A quick call or e-mail to the contact person will get you all the information you need. Finally, plan on attending. The folks in our groups are always happy to have someone new show up.  Or simply email us and we can guide you to a group that best fits your particular needs.

Avalon Life Groups

Sharpless Life Group

When:  Sunday afternoons; lunch together after second service

Frequency: Every other Sunday

Location:  Waterford Lakes 

Group Description: A sharing and study time for adults.  A special invitation is extended to Asian and cross-cultural married couple. 

Childcare Available:  No 

Facilitators:  Jerry and Grace Sharpless

Contact Person:  Jerry Sharpless 

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Phone: 407-384-8436

Henderson Life Group

When:  Sunday afternoons at 4:30pm

Frequency:  1st and 3rd Sundays

Location:  Avalon Park

Group Description:  A group focused on growing and maturing our Christian faith.

Childcare Available:  No

Facilitator:  Rich Henderson

Host:  Dale Brooks

Contact Person:  Rich Henderson

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Phone:  407-489-3826

Truth For Living

When: Sunday evenings at 5:00pm-6:30pm      

Frequency: 1st and 3rd Sundays

Location:  Avalon Church

Group Description:  We review the message brought by Pastor Dale and reflect on the gospel, our lives, current events and our faith in order to walk through life in a realistic and biblical way. 

Childcare Available:  Yes ($5/child and $10/family)

Facilitator:  Ira Gaar & Brandee Gaar

Contact Person:  Ira Gaar 

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Phone: 407-600-6784

Mosaic

When:  Sunday evenings at 6:00pm
Frequency:  2nd and 4th Sundays
Location: Eastwood
Group Description: A group made up of diverse elements and folks in all walks of life.
Childcare Available: Yes 

Facilitators: Mike and Amy Waid
Contact Person: Mike Waid 

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Phone: 407-574-5896

"Breakthrough!"  

When:  Sunday evenings at 6:00pm
Frequency:  1st and 3rd Sundays
Location: Stoneybrook
Group Description: A group focused on growing and maturing our Christian faith. Perfect for those who have students in Youth Group -- Drop off your kids before and pick them up after.

Childcare Available: No

Facilitator: Brock Young
Contact Person: Brock Young

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Phone: 407-403-3175

Spanish Life Group

When: Monday evenings at 7pm

Frequency: Every other Monday

Location: AvalonPark

Group Description:  A study for Spanish speaking adults of all ages. 

Childcare Available:  Yes

Facilitators:  David & Celba Alfonso

Contact Person:  Celba Alfonso

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Phone: 407-558-8753

Monday Night Life

When: Monday evenings at 7pm

Frequency: 1st and 3rd Mondays

Location: Avalon Park - South Village

Group Description:  A study for adults of all ages. 

Childcare Available:  No 

Facilitators:  John and Lori Molloy

Hosts:  Gene and Cindy Williams

Contact Person:  John Molloy 

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Phone: 407-275-5499

 "Just Right"

When: Tuesday evenings at 7pm

Frequency: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays

Location: Avalon Church

Group Description: A study for adults and parents of elementary school children.  Not too young,  not too hold but "just right".

Childcare Available:  Yes (for a small fee in the church's children's facility) 

Facilitator: Pastor Jim and others

Contact Person: Pastor Jim 

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Phone: 407-455-3074

"Y-Knots" - Generation Y + Knotted (married)

When: Tuesday evenings at 7:00pm
Frequency: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays
Location: Avalon Church
Group Description: A study for young married couples and parents of younger children (the Y-Generation). 

Childcare Available: Yes (for a small fee in the church's children's facility) 

Facilitator: Pastor Jim and others
Contact Person: Pastor Jim 

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Phone: 407-455-3074

LG 456 (Life's Good for 40's-50's-60's)

When: Tuesdays evenings at 7:00pm

Frequency: Every other Tuesday

Location: Timber Springs

Group Description: Mid-life adults who plan on growing old by enjoying life together. 

Childcare Available: No 

Facilitators: John and Terri Buck

Hosts: Hal & Ileana Worrall

Contact Person:  Ileana Worrall

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Phone:  407-512-4189

Transformers - "Transforming Lives for God and Mankind"

When: Tuesday at 7:00pm
Frequency: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays
Location: Avalon Park, South Village
Group Description: A praying and caring group that loves food, fun, fellowship and has a heart for service.  Join us as we discover God's plan for our lives by studying His Word.

Childcare Available:  No 

Facilitator:Tom Angel and Tom Denton

Hosts:  Ron and Lois Priest 
Contact Person: Tom Angel

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Phone: 407-249-8097

"New Beginnings" 

When: Tuesday evenings at 7:00pm

Frequency: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays

Location: Avalon Park

Group Description: A sharing time for adults of all ages interested in new relationships, new perspectives of God's grace and new opportunities to grow.

Childcare Available: No 

Facilitators:  Jeff and Dianna Coats

Contact Person:  Dianna Coats 

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Phone: 321-804-4057

"More Than Conquerors" 

When: Tuesday evenings at 7:00pm

Frequency: 2nd and 4thTuesday

Location: Stoneybrook

Group Description: A group of adults focusing on knowing God and encouraging one another.

Childcare Available: No 

Facilitators:  William and Carmen Enright

Hosts:  Myron and Nancy Hurlbut

Contact Person:  William Enright

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Phone: 407-722-4858

Recycled!

When: Wednesday at 7:00pm
Frequency: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays
Location: Avalon Park

Group Description: A study for adults who are letting the Lord "recycle" their lives.  Fall study will be focused on ministry to parents of adult children.

Childcare Available:  No

Facilitators: Gerry Scholz

Contact Person: Gerry or Annette Scholz

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Phone: 407-208-0971

"Just Ripe" Group

When: Wednesday at 7:00pm
Frequency: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays
Location: Waterford Lakes
Group Description: A study for seasoned adults who enjoy sharing, laughing and crying together.

Childcare Available:  No

Facilitators: Vic and Shelli Reyes
Contact Person: Vic Reyes 

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Phone: 407-207-1865

The Pursel Life Group

When: Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm

Frequency: Every Wednesday

Location: Timber Springs

Group Description: A sharing time for adults of all ages. 

Childcare Available: No 

Facilitators:  Todd Pursel

Hosts:  Scott and Jacquie Giorgio

Contact Person:  Scott Giorgio 

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Phone: 407-489-6239

The Seekers 

When:  Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm

Frequency:  1st and 3rd Wednesdays

Location:  Avalon Park

Group Description:  A group that will focus on seeking guidance in God's Word for life's challenges and experiences. 

Childcare Available:  No

Facilitators:  Chuck and Donna Ticehurst

Hosts:  Linda and Duane Carr

Contact Person:  Donna Ticehurst

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Phone:  407-568-2200

Goncalves Life Group

When:  Wednesday evenings at 8:30pm

Frequency:  2nd and 4th Wednesdays

Location: Avalon Park

Group Description:  A group for young married adults who enjoy a time of connection and Bible study. 

Childcare Available:  No

Facilitator:  Arthur Goncalves

Contact Person:  Arthur Goncalves

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Phone: 407-949-4219

Janney Life Group 

When:  Friday evenings at 7pm

Frequency:  2nd and 4th Fridays

Location: Stoneybrook

Group Description:  A group for adults who enjoy a time of connection and Bible study. 

Childcare Available:  Yes 

Facilitator:  Dustin Janney

Contact Person:  Dustin Janney 

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Phone: 407-256-2552