i-Groups
Interest Groups

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Led by Various Church Members

i-Groups at Church Alive are places where you can connect with people who share the same interests as you! i-Groups will meet in various locations throughout the Triangle, from Cary to Holly Springs to Fuquay-Varina to Raleigh and beyond. Interest Groups will meet in homes, Power Alley and places of business. i-Groups will meet at various seasons throughout the year

Who can participate?
i-Groups are open to everyone in the community.


ADELANTE!
Led by Earl Hamilton
557-6901 or eh6278@sbc.com

This group will prepare and enable members to reach out to the Spanish-speaking community by providing them a fundamental understanding of the Spanish language. Where possible, the group will explore cultural and social aspects of Latin America in order to gain a better understanding and knowledge of the Hispanic community in our area. Meetings will be held every Thursday or every other Thursday depending on member interests. My tentative plan is to rotate the meeting place among member homes.

ADULT CONVERSATION
Led by Kristi Lynn Privette
553-3922 or pixiedust_k@yahoo.com

Adult Conversation is for single parents throughout the church and community. We will tentatively meet every 2nd Saturday morning around 10 am at various locations for fellowship with other single parents in the area. We will plan an activity for children (crafts, going to the park, or maybe a swim date) that will allow the parents time to have "adult conversation". The time spent together is simply to be able to speak to others in similar situations, as they understand the unique hardships and pleasures of single parenthood.

BALOONATICS (Ages 12 & Up)
Led by Chad Kilbourn
552-3837 or kidtricity@email.com

Have you ever seen someone take a balloon and create a lobster or Starship Enterprise? Here's your chance to not only see these cool balloons, but be the person that makes them. Balloonatics will help you with your creative balloon construction and get you ready for ministry or outreach. Balloonatics will meet from 7-8:30pm at Padeia, Tuesday, March 8th, Friday, April 1st, Friday, May 6th, Friday May 20th.

B.A.S.I.C. FELLOWSHIP (Brothers & Sisters in Christ)
Led by Bev Mueffelmann
577-8265 or bevsmailbox@earthlink.net

This "family" i-Group will grow in its understanding of the persecuted church through various avenues and will serve our persecuted brothers and sisters in Christ through prayer and practical projects including care packages and correspondence. Elementary-aged children and older are welcome to participate. B.A.S.I.C. Fellowship will meet Tuesday evenings 7:15-8:30 pm at the Mueffelmann home in Holly Springs. Dates will be March 8th & 22nd, April 5th & 19th, May 3rd & 17th.

C.A.P.P.s (Church Alive Paper Punchers)
Led by Ray Bryant
219-8083 or rayb@lwol.com

C.A.P.P.'s is a time for fellowship and target shooting. The Wake County Safety Course is a prerequisite in order to use the firing range. C.A.P.P.s will meet at the Wake County Firing Range in Holly Springs.

THE CASTING-ON CREW
Led by Christa Hogan
661-3808 or cchogan@nc.rr.com

Anyone interested in learning to knit or sharing their talents with others is invited to join the Casting-on Crew. We will learn the basics of knitting including casting on, binding off, knitting, purling and more. At the end of the semester, each crew member will have completed at least one project and donated a knitted baby blanket to a mother in need. The Casting-on Crew will meet the 1st & 3rd Mondays of each month at 7pm at Christa's home in Raleigh.

CLEANSING STREAM SEMINAR & RETREAT
Led by Jim & Pat Gallo
387-9801 or jgallo@nc.rr.com

This is a class to prepare participants for the Cleansing Stream Retreat by discipling them in the truth and understanding of God's full provision for cleansing, healing, and deliverance through the Cross, releasing participants to live a more consistent life in the Lord. Cost is:
Seminar & Materials-Individual: $73
Seminar & Materials-Married: $98
Retreat-Individual: $79
Retreat-Married: $132
The Cleansing Stream group will meet Tuesday nights starting either 3/8 or 3/15 until the retreat on 4/29-30 and a final seminar on 5/10.

COCA MOCA
Led by Anna White & Lori Janney
Anna White-852-0889 or AnnaTWhite@cs.com
Lori Janney-567-3180 or L_Janney@yahoo.com

COCA MOCA is open to children 6 and under and their mothers. We will meet twice a month, usually on Thursdays from 10:00 am-12:00 noon. We will be meeting at various places throughout the Triangle area including but not limited to museums, parks, and homes. Our time together will include fellowship and discussion, which will encourage us in our walk with Jesus Christ and strengthen us on our journey through motherhood. COCA MOCA dates also provide opportunities to get to know others and to invite friends and children that are not necessarily a part of Church Alive. Come with us and discover local kid-friendly attractions throughout our area while getting to know others! COCA MOCA will meet February 24th, March 10th & 22nd, April 7th & 21st, May 5th & 19th, June 1st & 15th.

DINNERS FOR EIGHT
Led by David & Nicole Orringer
762-9159 or norringer@nc.rr.com

Dinners For Eight Enhanced is for couples & singles at Church Alive who desire to eat and fellowship with one another on a monthly basis. Teams of eight will be determined after sign ups are completed, but new members can be added at any time! Dinners For Eight Enhanced will meet on various evenings dependent on the team's decision.

ENGLISH CONVERSATION CLUB
Led by Kathie Baggott
851-6946 or kbaggott@gmail.com

The purpose of the English Conversation Club is to help internationals practice English, learn about American culture and to make friends. We also anticipate opportunities to introduce those who are open to our best friend, Jesus. We will meet various places for food and fellowship! The English Conversation Club will meet quarterly at varied locations.

FUNDAMENTALS OF FAITH BIBLE STUDY
Led by Scott & Jennifer Prow
552-6251 or sprow@nc.rr.com

Have you ever asked these questions? What is faith? How do I get it? How can I be sure my faith will work? How do I overcome fear and doubt? This Bible study is a must for every believer who wants to understand true Bible faith. Bring your Bible, pen, notebook and open heart to dig deep into God's Word. You will discover how to build Faith that works and live a truly victorious life! Fundamentals of Faith Bible Study will meet the 1st and 3rd Sunday at the home of Scott & Jennifer Prow.

IRON MEN
Led by Pastor Glenn Lee
pastorglenn@earthlink.net

Athletes train hard to be good at what they do. Only the best can compete and win the title of Ironman. They must be mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually prepared for the adventure ahead. Life is an adventure. Church Alive is calling IronMen who desire to be prepared mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually for the adventure ahead. If you are a man and desire to live on the cutting edge, then IronMen is for you. Sign up today to be sharpened for your journey. Small groups, group studies, getting real, and adventure are all a part of Ironmen. Groups meet with coaches at various times and days throughout the week.

MOM TIME
Led by Heidi Berry
367-0611 or heidi@berry-associates.com

"Mom Time" will be a group for moms of young children that incorporates ideas found in Lisa Welchel's book in which the four key elements of mom time are: 1. Friends 2. Food 3. Faith and 4. Fun. "Mom Time" is described in the book as an "opportunity to meet weekly in a home to encourage one another, learn from each other's challenges, and most of all be refreshed through laughter". This group will be geared to mothers of children under two years old. The purpose of this group is not meant to be a playgroup for the children but a place where mothers can bring their young children and enjoy the company of other mothers. However, there will be toys for the children to play with but the time spent will be mainly focused on activities and discussions for the mothers. Mom Time will meet weekly on Friday mornings at the home of Heidi Berry from 9:30 to 11:00 am.

PUPPETVENTURES (Kids & Adults)
Led by Chad Kilbourn
552-3837 or kidtricity@email.com

Ever wanted to get paid for those silly voices you only speak to your pet with? Then the PuppetVentures" puppet team is just for you! Well, except for the paid part. Techniques from beginner through advanced puppeting skills will be taught and developed allowing you to use that silly voice that only the cat hears and become a great puppeteer. PuppetVentures will meet 6-7pm at Padeia on Tuesday, March 8th, Friday, March 1st, Friday, May 6th and Friday, May 20th.

RED GREEN
Led by Chad Kilbourn
552-3837 or kidtricity@email.com

Far, far above the 47th parallel is a small, secluded town by the name of Possum Lake. At first glance most would think it a quiet and normal town, but Possum Lake hides a secret. A secret that causes many to panic. Their secret...they have a lodge full of handymen. Join Red Green in learning about duct tape, home and auto repair, and a bit of everything else with this Canadian comedy show. Called by some, the Andy Griffith of the north-Red Green. Red Green will meet 6-8 pm at Padeia March 19th, April 9th and May 14th.

STRONG WOMEN, SOFT HEARTS
Led by Debra Raynor
854-2604 or debraynor_hisprincess@juno.com

Ladies, have you ever felt like life was just passing you by? Like you were missing out on something God had in store for you? Join us as we venture through the book, "Strong Women, Soft Hearts" by Paula Rinehart. While on the journey, she will help you to:
- Reconnect with long-lost dreams and refocus misplaced passion
- Loosen the subtle stranglehold of our own expectations
- Uncover the heart issues-and the healing possibilities
- Discover when, how-and Who-to trust
- Develop a vision for the "big picture" of your life
God is calling you-in your heart of hearts-to follow Him on the unpredictable, but exhilarating journey of life. This book will help you listen and say yes to that call to become the strong, wise, loving and fulfilled woman you were always meant to be. Strong Women, Soft Hearts will meet February 28th, March 14th & 28th, April 11th & 25th, May 9th & 23rd, June 13th & 27th at the Dominion Walnut Creek Apartment Homes at 3211-G Walnut Creek Parkway in Raleigh.

WOMEN'S INTERCESSORY PRAYER
Led by Laura Wagner
387-5865 or bigwavedsw@aol.com

Women's Intercessory Prayer is a time for all women to come together and intercede for the needs of their community, church and personal lives. Women's Intercessory Prayer meets every Monday at 10:00 am at Power Alley in Cary