Small Groups Directory Fall 2008

GATEWAY SMALL GROUPS “Small groups are for everyone. They are an opportunity to make friends and grow together in Christ in a real, practical way. There are various kinds of groups to choose from according to your desire or need. If you don’t find something you like we’ll help you start your own.” Pastor John Headley Small Groups Director Acts 2:42 (The Message) They committed themselves to the teaching of the apostles, the life together, the common meal and the prayers.

Table of Contents Geographic & Family Groups……………………………………….................….Page 1 Age Based / Generational Groups…………..………………………......................Page 3 Support & Recovery Groups……………………………………………................Page 6 Outreach Groups…………………………………………………………..............Page 7 Service Groups…………………………………………………………….............Page 9 Pastoral Growth Groups…………………………………………….....................Page 11 Special Interest Groups………………………………………………..................Page 13

Please read all small group descriptions, then check with the group leader for group restrictions (if any).

Geographic & Family Groups

Email Your Pastors & Staff!

*J.O.Y. is an acronym for Jesus, Others and You. Adults Only Groups J.O.Y. Group - Central San Jose

Lindell & Mae Bennett / (408) 267-5787 Wednesday @ 7:00 pm 1840 Robin Drive, San Jose

J.O.Y. Group - E. Downtown San Jose

Charlene Smith & Maria Elena Munoz / (408) 569-1793 Thursday @ 7:00 pm 1620 E. St. James, San Jose, 95116

J.O.Y. Group - Morgan Hill/ Gilroy

Paul & Marsha Nelson / (408) 655-3176 Wednesday @ 7:15 pm 16615 Del Monte Ave., Morgan Hill “The Fun Group” - Cambrian Area David & Connie Pruitt / (408) 626-9992 Wednesday @ 7:30 pm [email protected] J.O.Y. Fellowship - Los Gatos Larry & Rita Wilson / (408) 395-1301 Wednesday @ 7:00 pm - [email protected] 14961 Natalye Road, Monte Sereno J.O.Y. Group - San Jose Evergreen John & Venita Etheridge / (408) 269-0099 Wednesday @ 7:15 pm 3670 Shady Hollow Court, San Jose 95148

Couples J.O.Y. Group - Blossom Hill Area

Rick & Angelica Nunez / (408) 225-9933 Thursday @ 7:00 pm 6122 Maree Court, San Jose J.O.Y. Group - Willow Glen Area Charlie & Geri Nave / (408) 280-1100 Tuesday @ 7:00 pm 704 Palm Haven Ave., San Jose 95125

J.O.Y. Group - Evergreen David & Deborah Le / (408) 727-5268 Tuesday @ 7:30 pm 3156 Heritage Valley Dr., San Jose 95148

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Description: This is an adult small group This group has the first Wed. of each month off. Description: Good fellowship, sharing, Bible, praise & prayer. Starting Theophostic on 10/2. Description: Adult fellowship for singles and married couples. A time to discuss the message, share, praise & pray. Description: We share our lives to build each other up in the Lord. We pray & do fun things together! Description: Our group is open to singles & couples desiring a closer walk with Jesus in the family of God. Description: Fellowship for singles & couples. This is a time to discuss the message, share, praise & pray. Description: A place for couples to fellowship and be enriched. We offer support for the unequally yoked. Description: Journey with us through the Bible in a year, and learn to apply it to our everyday lives! Sorry, no children. Description: A place to grow in Christ and become free of hindrances to your Christian walk. Good fellowship & training also!

Staff Email directory Avila, Pastor Gary

[email protected]

Avila, Pastor Nicole

[email protected]

Bennett, Mae

[email protected]

Brock, Pastor Mike

[email protected]

Cannistraci, Pastor David

caris@gccsjcom

Cannistraci, Pastor Kathy Castaneda, Pastor Albert

[email protected]

DeAmicis, Natalie

[email protected]

Easter, Pastor Brad

[email protected]

Easter, Pastor Kathy

[email protected]

Headley, Pastor John

[email protected]

King, Kathy

[email protected]

Laitinen, Pastor Ellen

[email protected]

Reynolds, Pastor Chip

[email protected]

Stewart, Cari

[email protected]

Sutherland, Pastor Bryan

[email protected]

[email protected]

Healing Souls

Cira (Sarah) Ashton (408) 677-4607 / [email protected] 1st & 3rd Thursdays each month @ 7:00 pm 5475 Lean Ave., San Jose, 95123

Description: A bilingual group for the handicapped. How to overcome your emotions & not be controlled by your circumstances.

Licensed Ministers

Description: This is a fellowship for all licensed ministers at GCC. We eat, fellowship, & pray for each other.

Pastor Brad Easter (408) 281-7900 ext. 303 Meetings, TBA

Sanidad para el Alma

Cira (Sarah) Ashton (408) 677-4607 / [email protected] 1st & 3rd Wed. each month @ 7:00 pm 5475 Lean Ave., San Jose, 95123

Description: For Latinos who have an interest in learning how to face difficulties with control, peace and wisdom from God.

(Este grupo es para aquellos que no hablan Ingles y estan interesados en aprender como enfrentar los problemas y dificultades con control, paz y sabiduria.)

Marketplace Fellowship Forum

Rick Beatty (408) 493-6488 or [email protected] Every Tues. 6:30 – 8:00 am GateWay City Church, Rm. 202/201

Description: Gathering of regular folks to discuss real-life workplace issues & offer encouragement & prayer. Cappuccino & snacks provided.

Christian Writer’s Fellowship

Description: No matter what you’re writing, you’ll find encouragement. We’ll support you as you embrace the call of God to write for His glory.

Christine Hagion Rzepka (408) 224-4347 / [email protected] 1st & 3rd Monday evenings, 7:00 – 9:30 pm 510 Saddlebrook Dr., San Jose (RST Clubhouse) Adult Literacy Tutoring Douglas Hawes (408) 857-3167 By appointment

GateWay Kicks

Head Instructor - Zack Headley (831) 537-5407 or [email protected] Tuesday & Thursday evening @ GateWay Com. Center 5:30 - 6:15pm (ages 5-7), 6:15 - 7:00pm (ages 8 & up)

Description: We offer one-on-one & small group literacy tutoring for GCC members, using an easy-to-tead translation. Description: Martial Arts training with Christian principles. Learn self-defense, respect for others, & achieve goals. Classes certified. $45/month fee.

One - Timers (who knows what could grow out of this...) Organize It! Sandy Fletcher (510) 304-9295 GateWay City Church, San Jose Please Call for the Date

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Description: This is help for your home! Find things when you need them plus ideas, tips and new stuff.

Vietnamese J.O.Y. Group - Evergreen

Description: A place to grow in Christ and become free of hindrances to your walk. Good fellowship & training!

J.O.Y. Group - San Jose

Description: This is for fellowship and bible study. Adults only, please!

David & Deborah Le / (408) 727-5268 Wednesday @ 7:30 pm 3156 Heritage Valley Dr., San Jose 95148

Ed & Margaret Trambley / (408) 453-1247 Tuesdays @ 7:00 pm

Children Included Groups

Family J.O.Y. Group - South San Jose

Description: This is a family small group setting. Singles & children are welcome to come.

Family J.O.Y. Group - Near GateWay

Description: A place where you and your family will get to know Jesus & others and grow in your walk!

Family J.O.Y. Group - South San Jose

Description: We welcome all young families and others for fun, fellowship, & growing together!

Family J.O.Y. Group - Milpitas

Description: A place where you and your family will get to know Jesus & others and grow in your walk!

Family Spanish Bilingual J.O.Y. Group - Downtown

Description: Everyone welcome! Come and enjoy an uplifting time of worship, fellowship & the word of God.

Moses & Virginia Martinez / (408) 448-8820 Wednesday @ 7:00 pm 1007 Branham Lane, San Jose Brenda & Lucio Martinez / (408) 597-5168 Wednesday @ 7:00 pm 7160 Via Romera, San Jose, 95139 Jeremy & Ruth Cline / (408) 693-7723 Wednesday @ 7:00 pm 4981 Roeder Rd., San Jose, 95111 Raul Fuentes / (408) 461-0316 Wednesday @ 7:00 pm 1001 S. Main St. #Q107, Milpitas Vicky & Martin Macias / (408) 298-2912 & (408) 826-2413 Wednesdays @ 7:00 pm 480 N. 10th Street, San Jose

Women and Children Only Groups “Women of Faith 1” - Berryessa Area Grace Velasquez (408) 661-2883 cell / (408) 254-8967 Wednesday @ 7:00 pm / 1572 Stubbins Ave., San Jose

Description: We gather together in prayer, Word, worship, & fellowship to see change in women’s lives.

“Women of Faith 2” - Downtown San Jose

Description: We gather together in prayer, Word, worship, & fellowship to see change in women’s lives.

“Women of Faith 3” - South San Jose

Description: We gather together in prayer, Word, worship, & fellowship to see change in women’s lives.

Diana Gratsinopoulos / (650) 315-5725 Thursday @ 7:00 pm 754 N. 3rd Street, San Jose



Yolanda Corona / (408) 509-7049 Thursday @ 7:00 pm 7535 Bayliss Place, San Jose, 95139

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Age Based / Generational Groups

Cleansing Stream Prayer Team Joy Young (408) 225-8006 Monthly / 6192 Cahalan Avenue, San Jose

Description: This team prays for the effectiveness of the Cleansing Stream ministry at GateWay.

Gideon’s Prayer Army

Description: Pastor Ellen Laitinen Prayer leadership Team. (408) 281-7900 (Meets 2nd Sat. of each month)

CHILDREN - Nursery through 5th Grade Nursery (birth –Age 2)

Description: Loving & caring ministry to GateWay’s infants & toddlers. The Children’s Ministry is a ‘parent co-op’!

Preschool: Age 3

Description: Loving & caring ministry to GateWay’s preschoolers. The Children’s Ministry is a ‘parent co-op’!

Children’s Ministry (408) 281-7900 ext. 311 Sundays 9 am & 11am, Room 103 GateWay City Church, San Jose Children’s Ministry (408) 281-7900 ext. 311 Sundays 9 am & 11am, Room 104 GateWay City Church, San Jose

Preschool: Age 4-5 Children’s Ministry (408) 281-7900 ext. 311 Sundays 9 am & 11am, Room 101 GateWay City Church, San Jose

Kindergarten – 1st Grade Children’s Ministry (408) 281-7900 ext. 311 Sundays 9 am & 11am, Room 102 GateWay City Church, San Jose

Super Church (2nd -5th Grade) Children’s Ministry (408) 281-7900 ext. 310 Sundays 9 am & 11am, in Kid City GateWay City Church, San Jose

Kids Club

Description: Loving & caring ministry to GateWay’s preschoolers. The Children’s Ministry is a ‘parent co-op’! Description: Loving & caring ministry to GateWay’s Kindergarten & 1st graders. The Children’s Ministry is a ‘parent co-op’! Description: Loving & caring ministry to GateWay’s elementary students. The Children’s Ministry is a ‘parent co-op’!

Ruth Thompson (408) 926-1093 Tuesdays @ 1:00 – 3:00 pm Baldwin Elementary School, San Jose

Description: Once a week kid’s after school Bible club. GateWay members outreach to children at Baldwin Elementary School.

GateWay Kicks

Description: Martial Arts training with Christian principles. Learn self-defense, respect for others, and achieve goals. All classes are certified. $45 monthly fee.

Head Instructor - Zack Headley (831) 537-5407 or [email protected] Tuesday & Thursday evening 5:30 - 6:15pm (5-7 year olds) 6:15 - 7:00pm (8 year olds and up) GateWay Community Center

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Pastoral Prayer Shield

Description: The Prayer Shield is made up of teams of intercessors dedicated to cover our pastoral teams in prayer.

Apostolic Prayer Team

Description: This prayer shield is dedicated to pray for Apostle & Sister C. as they minister internationally.

Sanctuary Prayer Team

Description: Intercessors who pray for Sun. morning services. We rotate praying during worship/message.

Together in Marketplace Prayer

DiAnn Beatty (408) 493-6488 Weekly Updates

Description: We pray for the prayer requests of the leadership team of the Marketplace Ministries at GCC.

Ascend

Description: This pre-service prayer team is made up of youth praying for their Sunday services.

Sandee Miller (408) 281-2623 Monthly Updates

Deborah McCoy (408) 649-4194 Email Updates every 3 weeks Dory & Jenny Pieters (408) 269-2827 Sunday Mornings @ GateWay City Church

Allana Miner Reality Center Bi-Monthly, 10:30am on Sundays

PRE-SERVICE PRAYER MEETINGS Pre-Service Prayer - 1st Service

Pastor Ellen Laitinen (408) 281-7900 ext. 316 8:45am - 8:55am every Sunday morning

Description: All are welcome to join us to pray before the 1st service in the worship room.

Pre-Service Prayer - 2nd Service

Description: All are welcome to join us to pray before the 2nd service in the worship room.

Ross Miller - coordinator (408) 281-2623 10:45am - 10:55am every Sunday morning

OTHER GROUPS C.R.O.S.S. Motorcycle Ministry Mark Sullivan (408) 205-4838 or [email protected] Monthly TBA - 5547 Camden Avenue, San Jose

Description: Motorcycle riders & non-riders getting together for monthly local rides and ministry.

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Prayer Chain

Gloria Joy (408) 866-4311 Email Updates

Spanish - Intercessory Team

Martin & Vicky Macias (408) 298-2912 & (408) 826-2413 Now Forming

Description: This team is made up of 6 team leaders who coordinate daily emergency prayer requests. Description: This team prays for the success of the Spanish ministry, its leaders & participants.

Special Needs Ministry - Intercessory Team

Description: This team prays for the success of the special needs ministry, its leaders & participants.

Promised Prodigals

Irene Boisvert & Gloria Joy (408) 374-7015 2nd Friday of every month, 7pm - 9pm

Description: Praying for our prodigal children and loved ones to come to Christ.

Israel and National Elections Prayer Team

Description: This prayer team is committed to praying for Israel and the U.S. upcoming elections.

Mike & Espy Miramontes (408) 779-7624 Now Forming - Come join us!

GIDEON’S PRAYER ARMY GROUPS

Arlene Meador (408) 268-3720 Twice a month on Mondays

Youth Revival Prayer Team

Barbara Farrell & Mary Hernandez (408) 226-0100 Bi-Monthly, Saturday mornings at GateWay

Prophetic Intercession Team

Ross & Sandee Miller (408) 281-2623 Every Sunday, 6:00 pm 17485 Grand Prix Way, Morgan Hill 95037

Global Intercession Team

Jan Keeney (408) 227-6026 Bi-Monthly Meetings 6264 Cottle Road, San Jose, 95123

Transforming Team Prayer

Graig Young (408) 225-8006 As Needed 6192 Cahalan Avenue, San Jose [email protected]

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Description: A team focused on praying for the protection & revival of our Santa Clara County school campuses Description: This team prays protection over the pastoral staff and the church vision. Description: This prayer team prays for the needs of our missionaries out in the field. Description: This team mobilizes to pray over individuals & companies in the marketplace. Unemployed or underemployed are encouraged to participate.

JR HIGH & HIGH SCHOOL Reality Sunday

Description: A Sunday morning service for all Jr. High & High School students. You’ll be glad you got out of bed for this one!

Reality Jr. High Sunday

Pastor Albert Castaneda (408) 281-7900 ext. 307 Every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month Reality Center Reality Wednesday Night Live Pastor Albert Castaneda (408) 281-7900 ext. 307 7:00 pm Wednesday nights in the Reality Center

Description: Exclusive service for all Jr. High (6-8 grades). Come have fun, & experience the Word of God!

Bernal Jr. High Outreach

Description: We reach out to our community by sharing God’s love, making disciples & building relationships at Bernal Middle School.

Pastor Albert Castaneda (408) 281-7900 ext. 307 Every 2nd & last Sunday of the month - 11am service only! Reality Center

Pastor Albert Castaneda (408) 281-7900 ext. 307 Wednesdays, 2-4pm

COLLEGE AGE & YOUNG ADULTS

Description: A live service for Jr. High & High School students w/a live band, videos, food, teaching & more!



LIFT Cafe

Pastor Bryan & Pastor Mike [email protected] Weekly, Wednesdays at 9pm in the Cafe LIFT Men’s Group Pastor Mike & Shaun Middlebusher [email protected] Weekly, Saturdays at 9am in the Cafe

Description: Non-traditional! Open mic, poetry etc. & coffee from our Cafe. It’s an outlet to reach the community.

LIFT Girl’s Group

Description: We openly discuss all ares of life. It’s a casual group open to girls who want to press into God!

LIFT Think Group

Description: This is designed to address hard questions the college community is faced with daily. It’s also an outreach to the community.

Cari Stewart [email protected] Every other Saturday at 5pm

John Newton [email protected] 6-week workshops Tuesday nights at 7pm in the Cafe

Description: We go over spiritual, emotional, & all areas of life. Casual, open to guys who want to press into God.

LIFT Artisan

Description: Audre Van Broers This group is for the art lovers! [email protected] All young adults are welcome. Tuesday nights, 7pm - 9pm in the Warehouse

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COLLEGE AGE & YOUNG ADULTS (continued from Page 4) LIFT Thrive (Evergreen Valley College) Alfredo Knowles [email protected] Weekly on EVC campus

SENIORS

Prime Ministers Bill & Joyce Dunn (408) 293-2783 1st Sunday of each Month GateWay City Church, San Jose [email protected]

Visitation

Bill & Joyce Dunn (408) 293-2783 / [email protected] Saturdays (some weekdays) 355 Race Street #426, San Jose

Description: Building friendships on the EVC campus & helping students reach out to their student body. Meetings are held on campus.

Description: Senior Citizens of GateWay have lunch together at church & also receive a monthly newsletter & a phone call. Description: We visit people in homes, hospitals, & convalescent homes. We visit elderly people.

“Women of Faith 3”

Description: We gather together in prayer, Word, worship, & fellowship to see change in the lives of God’s daughters.

Women’s Bible Study

Description: “Sit, Walk, Stand” study of Ephesians. No childcare available at this time.

Women’s Bible Study

Description: “Sit, Walk, Stand” study of Ephesians. Childcare is available.

Woman 2 Woman - Women’s Conference

Description: “The Daughter’s Inheritance” with guest speaker Lee Grady! Don’t miss it!

SPLASH

Description: Focusing on single moms. We come together for prayer & fellowship. Children welcome!

Yolanda Corona (408) 509-7049 Thursday @ 7:00 pm 7535 Bayliss Place, San Jose, 95139

Colleen Brown (408) 981-3753 Thursdays @ 7 pm - 9 pm GateWay City Church, in the Multi-Purpose Room Colleen Brown (408) 981-3753 Thursdays @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am GateWay City Church, MPR Pastor Kathy Cannistraci November 6 - 8, 2008 [email protected]

(Supporting Hope In Women) Linda Evans (408) 354-4369 (Last Sunday of each Month) Proverbs 31 Wives 1 Vicky Macias (408) 298-2912 Tuesdays @ 10:00 am 675 Chemeketa Dr., San Jose, 95123

Proverbs 31 Wives 2

Imelda Chavez (408) 779-2197 Thursdays @ 10:00 am 1364 Woodelf Drive, San Jose, 95121

Description: The power of a praying wife. Need prayer & encouragement in your family? Bilingual mtg. Children are welcome. Description: The power of a praying wife. Need prayer & encouragement in your family? Bilingual mtg. Children are welcome.

PRAYER GROUPS Vietnamese - Intercessory Team

Description: This team prays for the formation and success of the Vietnamese ministry, leaders & participants.

Prayerwalk Team

Description: Prayerwalk the neighborhoods to see God’s change in people’s lives & the spiritual atmosphere.

David & Deborah Le (408) 727-5268 Now Forming

Laura Johnston (408) 226-1084 Meets Monthly on Sundays

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Special Interest Groups MEN’S GROUPS Men of Steel / Sons of Thunder John Mills & Todd Denny (408) 972-2586 Every Thursday @ 7:00 pm 5823 Rohn Way, San Jose

Description: A place where men can grow as a disciple and be trained as a leader to gain victory in ALL areas.

Men’s Leadership Team Pastor Gary Avila (408) 281-7900 2nd Saturday of every month

Description: Meets monthly to plan men’s events and activities.

Men’s Bible Study

Description: A 6-week study of various N.T. books and discussion with practical application.

Men’s Softball Teams Pastor Albert Castaneda (408) 309-0750 Monday nights at Twin Creeks in Sunnyvale

Description: Great time for fellowship playing softball! Various competition levels for all players. (Spring, Summer & Fall)

Tim Appleby (408) 930-6281 Wednesday @ 7:00 pm 4707 Corrales Drive, San Jose, 95136

WOMEN’S GROUPS Women’s Leadership Team

Carol Coen [email protected] Meets As Needed

Description: This group meets to pray, plan and execute women’s activities & events for GateWay.

“Women of Faith 1” Grace Velasquez (408) 661-2883 cell / (408) 254-8967 Wednesday @ 7:00 pm / 1572 Stubbins Ave., San Jose

Description: We gather together in prayer, Word, worship, & fellowship to see change in women’s lives.

“Women of Faith 2”

Description: We gather together in prayer, Word, worship, & fellowship to see change in the lives of God’s daughters. Children are welcome!

Diana Gratsinopoulos (650) 315-5725 Thursday @ 7:00 pm 754 N. 3rd Street, San Jose

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Support & Recovery Groups Victim to Victor

Description: This group will focus on Biblical keys to overcoming the aftermath of abuse. Learn how to reclaim freedom & wholeness in Christ!

Cleansing Stream

Description: Going deeper to the root causes of pain, conflict & responses that effect our life & those around us.

S.A.R.A.H.

Description: This group addresses the needs of women who have been sexually abused (emotionally/physically). We seek the the Holy Spirit as we pursue healing & wholeness.

Christine Hagion-Rzepka (408) 225-2381 Time & Dates – Confidential [email protected] Jim & Lou Codromac (408) 252-6261 Bi-Weekly – Starting 9/6 at 9:30am GateWay City Church

(Sexual Abuse Recovery And Healing) Diane Martinez & Venita Etheridge (408) 971-8402 Tuesdays @ 6:30 pm (September 26th – May 29th) 540 Minnesota Avenue, San Jose Grievance & Support Ministry IDJ Foundation A.J. & Tina Jamison (408) 578-2757 Available 24-hours a day (If you would like to be trained to serve in this ministry, please call for information.) Biblical Counseling Diane Martinez, Counseling Coordinator (408) 694-0691 Call for an appointment

Description: For all who are in need of support for the loss of a loved one. We are here to provide you with mental, emotional, financial and spiritual support. Counselors, organizers, and intercessors are available. Description: This is a free service to help connect individuals and families to their freedom in Christ.



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Outreach Groups Crestwood Outreach

Bob & Cathy Severin (408) 293-5480 / [email protected] Tuesdays @ 6:45 – 8:00 pm Crestwood Manor, San Jose

Description: We offer Bible studies, worship music with lyrics for sing-alongs & create crafts to remember Bible topics.



Kids Club

Ruth Thompson / (408) 926-1093 Tuesdays @ 1:00 – 3:00 pm Baldwin Elementary School, San Jose

Description: Once a week kid’s after school Bible club. GCC members outreach to children at Baldwin Elementary School.

Visitation

Description: We visit people in homes, hospitals, & convalescent homes. We visit elderly people.

Soundmind Ministry

Roger & Mary Hernandez / (408) 257-2263 Sundays – before & after service 7411 Rainbow Drive #12, Cupertino

Description: We pick up people from the half-way houses & drive them to church, take them out to lunch & then home.

Compassion Ministry

Description: A ministry team to serve the needs of our community.

Campus Ministries (Bernal)

Mike Brock (408) 841-6657 / [email protected] Thursdays

Description: Let’s get ready for public school campuses, sharing God’s Word. Coming up soon!

Evangelism (Compassion)

Description: The evangelism team is dedicated to sharing Christ w/ all outreach recipients.

Administration (Compassion)

Description: The administration team helps by planning & directing the ongoing outreach events & programs.

Communication (Compassion)

Description: The communication team contacts the care givers & recipients of planned events & programs.

Bill & Joyce Dunn (408) 293-2783 / [email protected] Saturdays (some weekdays) 355 Race Street #426, San Jose

Ruth Thompson [email protected] (408) 926-1093

Diana Gratsinopoulos / Grace Velasquez (650) 315-5725 (meets as needed) Lenita Cobb (408) 425-0095 (meets as needed) Nora Smith (408) 564-7665 (meets as needed)

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Pastoral Growth Groups (continued) Married For Life Pastor Brad & Kathy Easter 408) 281-7900 couples. Starts 10/26 - 11/30 GateWay City Church, Room 201

Description: Make your marriage better and enjoy the fellowship of other

Pastoral Growth Groups IMPACT! School of Ministry Pastor Gary Avila (408) 281-7900 ext. 317 Tuesday @ 6:30 pm GateWay City Church, San Jose

Baptisms & Basics Pastor Gary Avila (408) 281-7900 ext. 317 Sundays 10/26 & 11/2 @ 9:00am GateWay City Church, Room 202 Sunday, 11/8 will be a baptismal service at GateWay.

Description: Impact! is a 2 year, Bible & ministry training school of sound doctrine & practical aspects of victorious Christian living. Description: A course with a practical application of prayer, Bible reading, baptism of the Holy Spirit & water baptism.

Lay Pastor Training Pastor John Headley (408) 281-7900 Call for dates/times GateWay City Church, San Jose

Description: Small Group leadership training.

Prophetic Prayer Forum

Description: All those who are interested in learning how to flow in prophetic intercession are welcome to come!

Pastor Ellen Laitinen (408) 281-7900 x. 316 Sunday night, one time per month 6:00pm - 7:30pm GateWay City Church See website for calendar www.EllenLaitinen.org

Leadership Network Gathering Pastor David Cannistraci (408) 281-7900 Sunday night 10/19 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm GateWay City Church, San Jose

Media (Compassion)

Nora Smith (408) 564-7665 (meets as needed)

Description: The media team helps by promoting & advertising outreaches & events.

Fundraising (Compassion)

Description: The fundraising group helps by raising funds & soliciting grants and donations.

Transportation (Compassion)

Description: This team helps by picking up, delivering & setting up materials and supplies for outreaches.

Food (Compassion)

Description: The food team helps by preparing & serving food at outreaches.

Set up/Clean up (Compassion)

Ruth Thompson (408) 926-1093 (meets as needed)

Description: The set up/clean up team prepares for & cleans up after each outreach.

Decoration (Compassion)

Linda Evans (408) 354-4369 (meets as needed)

Description: The decoration team is responsible for decorating for each of GCC’s outreaches.

Outreach Event Coordinator

Description: This group plans events for the Compassion Outreach ministry.

Help for the Homeless

Description: Feeds the homeless once a month and finds resources for them.

Nehemiah’s Guard

Description: A group that helps people w/ light auto & home repair, etc.

GateWay Kicks

Description: Martial Arts training with Christian principles. Learn self-defense, respect for others, and achieve goals. All classes are certified. $45 monthly fee.

Cindy Powers (408) 476-8985 (meets as needed) Raul Fuentes (408) 461-0316 (meets as needed) Mary Denny (408) 323-0994 (meets as needed)

Jason Bocanegra (408) 202-1586 (meets as needed) Description: Inspirational equipping events for everyone interested or involved in leadership. Pastor shares from the Word of God & years of experience with the goal of taking you to the next level of leadership at home, work, & in the Kingdom of God.

Lenita Cobb (408) 425-0095 (meets as needed) John Etheridge (408) 891-4933 (meets as needed)

Head Instructor - Zack Headley (831) 537-5407 or [email protected] Tuesday & Thursday evening @ GateWay Com. Center 5:30 - 6:15pm (5-7 year olds) 6:15 - 7:00pm (8 year olds and up)

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Service Groups Altar Workers

Service Groups (continued) Hospitality

Pastor Kathy Easter (408) 281-7900 ext. 312

Description: This team serves food & drinks & helps w/ decor at church functions.

GateWay Counselors

Diane Martinez (408) 971-8402 Sundays @ 6:00 pm (Monthly @ GCC)

Description: Ongoing training, support & administration for those who do peer counseling @ GateWay.

Video Announcement Team

Description: Join the creative team behind the scenes in creating the morning edition and video announcements. Writers, camera people, editors and creative minds needed!

GateWay Voices (Choir)

Nicole Avila (408) 281-7900 ext.309 Meets as needed for special events

Description: Come worship the Lord with your voice. All ages welcome. Please call for an audition.

Reality Music

Nicole Avila (408) 281-7900 ext. 309 Wednesdays @ 4:30 pm (Weekly @ GCC)

Description: Junior & Senior High worship team; singers, musicians, and tech’s welcome.

Description: Pastor Gary Avila This special team will serve as part of (408) 281-7900 the Usher’s Ministry to oversee all Sundays worship services, children’s ministry, and parking lot. GateWay Television Ministry Description: Brent & Candi Jenkins GTV helps w/the video taping of (408) 842-1390 GCC services. (Training provided) As needed

Media Team

Mike Brock (408) 281-7900 ext. 305 Sunday Service at GateWay

Description: Join this important team and run sound, videos, & slides for worship.

Men’s Leadership Team

Pastor Gary Avila (408) 281-7900 or [email protected] Meets Monthly

Description: This group meets to pray, plan and execute men’s activities & events for GateWay.

IT/Computer Team

Women’s Leadership Team

Description: This group meets to pray, plan and execute women’s activities & events for GateWay.

Larry & Rita Wilson (408) 395-1301 Sunday Services @ GateWay Worship Team Nicole Avila (408) 281-7900 ext. 309 Every Thursday, 7 - 9 pm (Beg. 10/2) Sundays, 8 am

Description: We pray for & minister to people who come to the altar for prayer or salvation. Description: We meet at GCC to rehearse, pray & worship. We’d love to have you as a part of our team.



Greeters

Pastor Brad Easter (408) 281-7900 ext. 303 Sunday Services @ GateWay Front Desk Receptionist Pastor Kathy Easter (408) 281-7900 ext. 312

Cleansing Discipleship

Graig & Joy Young (408) 225-8006 Monthly – Saturdays 9-1 pm @ GCC Ushers Pastor Gary Avila (408) 281-7900 ext. 317

Description: We greet those who walk through the doors for various meetings including Sunday services, etc. Description: Answering phones, greeting guests & projects. (Weekly) Description: Prerequisite: Cleansing Stream teaching. Team building & prayer to be healed & set free. Description: Prepare for service, seat people, take offerings, & serve communion.

GateWay Security Team

John Etheridge (408) 269-0099 Saturdays (meets monthly)

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Description: This team helps by maintaining & expanding GCC’s network, computers & media systems.

Mike Brock (408) 841-6657 Thursdays @ 6:00 pm (Monthly @ GCC)

Carol Coen [email protected] Meets As Needed

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