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Life Groups are vital to the life of Searchlight Church. Life is better together. God uses relationships to strengthen the church & our lives individually.
You weren't created to do life alone. Being part of a Life Group means having people you can talk to, depend on, and explore God's Word with. Doing life together is not a suggestion in Scripture, but an essential expression of our faith.
Life Groups are small circles of people who meet weekly for about 8 weeks to pray for each other, grow in their faith, make meaningful connections, and love like Jesus.
To get the most out of our small group experiences, in-person groups will be capped and closed at numbers predetermined by our hosts. First come, first serve.
We'll see you in a circle!
FALL 2024 LIFE GROUPS
MONDAYS
THE BOOK OF ESTHER - Women's Group
Sherry Johnson & Gail Scalzo
Mondays at 6:30 p.m.
Host: Patty Mikolon
17 Franklin Parkway
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
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A Bible study through the book of Esther. Follow the drama of God at work in the shadows, protecting His people even when they were far from Him.
TUESDAYS
THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT
Pastor Jim Bova & Gavin Siciliano
Tuesdays at 7 p.m.
Host: Jim Bova
24 Dwayne Street
Oceanport, NJ 07757
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In Jesus’ most famous sermon, He outlines a life radically different from the Kingdom of the World. His Kingdom looks different, and His Kingdom people will be blessed & be a blessing when they live out the Kingdom ethic, today.
WEDNESDAYS
"GET OUT OF YOUR HEAD" BY JENNIE ALLEN
Alyssa Eckertt
Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
275 Route 34
Colts Neck, NJ 07724
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Are your thoughts holding you captive? Changing the way we think seems nearly impossible. And yet the apostle Paul tells us in his letter to the Philippians that conforming our minds to Christ is possible, and it's the ultimate goal for every follower of Christ. Jennie gives us tools from the book of Philippians to transform our emotions, our outlook, and even our circumstances, by taking control of our minds.
THURSDAYS
A STUDY IN HEBREWS
Russ & Gail Scalzo
Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.
52 Werah Place
Oceanport, NJ 07757
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While God spoke in the past "many times and in many ways," He has now spoken to us "by his Son," Jesus Christ, who is the "exact imprint" of God’s nature and who "upholds the universe by the word of His power."
THE BOOK OF JONAH - WHEN GOD'S PURPOSE ISN'T IN YOUR PLANS
Pastor Tim Barber
Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.
Via Zoom
The book of Jonah is best known for Jonah’s run-in with a large fish. But there’s much more to the story than Jonah’s three-day stay in a fish’s belly. It’s about God’s grace, compassion, and love—even toward wayward people—and his commitment to spreading his message around the world.
FRIDAYS
RUTH & ESTHER - COURAGEOUS FAITH
Michelle Munoz & Sonia Solis
Fridays at 7 p.m.
236 Van Dyke Place
Long Branch, NJ 07757
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Courageous Faith is a meticulous examination of what these legendary ladies had in common. Pairing his insights with Old Testament verses, Coopersmith shines a light on the critical roles Ruth and Esther played in the Messiah’s family tree and in preserving the Jewish nation. And as you read along, you'll fall into a wealth of hope and joy that supports your path to becoming a powerful disciple of Christ.
SATURDAYS
THE RUTHLESS ELIMINATION OF HURRY - Young Women's Group
Erica Barber
Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.
3110 Arthur Street
Wall Township, NJ 07719
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We are all busy. Some of us can't remember the last time we rested or even had free time. Our busyness can feel productive, but it is a toxic distraction, sapping our spiritual, physical, and emotional vitality. It may seem like we have no choice but to live at a frantic pace, but God has a better path for us.
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