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NEW HOPE
EASTLAKE | CHULA VISTA | SAN DIEGO
LIFE GROUPS
LIFE GROUPS
WE ARE THE CHURCH
We believe in building a community within New Hope Community Church and that community helps you just as much as you help them while exploring and developing your faith.
what is a life group?
A Life Group is 10-15 people who meet weekly to connect and study God’s Word. A trained leader facilitates each group. Meetings last for an hour and a half, which allows plenty of time for discussion.
Life Groups are for adults only (exceptions can be made for nursing infants). Childcare is available for groups that meet on the church campus.
What will we study?
Some groups are “message based” and study the previous week’s message. Discussions help us to take the messages deeper for real life application.
Other groups have a different focus areas and do bible studies, topical studies, lifestyle activities, and more!
why are life groups important?
We believe New Hope Life Groups are the "life blood" of our church. Life Groups are where people can get connected to God and other believers, and are encouraged to grow spiritually. We believe spiritual growth happens when people get connected to one another and to God and His Word.
how do I choose a group?
We’ve found that groups do best when members share common stages in life and/or interests. We recommend you choose a group based on its leader and your current stage in life. Contact us if you need assistance in finding a group that would best fit your needs.
2023 LIFE GROUPS
Leader | Day | Time | Location | Type | Focus Area |
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Lia Smith & Laura Hudson | Sunday | 8am | On Campus | Women's Bible Study | Bible Based: Book of John |
Sallee Sue | Sunday | 11:00am | Off Campus | Senior Women 70+ | Sermon based |
Mike & Pat Gailband | Monday (1st & 3rd) | 2:30pm | Off Campus | Nesters (FULL) | Sermon Based |
Josh B & Kat T | Tuesday | 6:30pm | On Campus | Young Adults (18-30yr) | Sermon Based |
Clint Taylor | Tuesday | 6:30pm | On Campus | Men | "The Chosen" show |
Clarice Gallarte | Wednesday | 6:30pm | On Campus | All Ages, All Stages | Sermon Based |
Joel & Melissa Wright | Wednesday | 6:30pm | On Campus | Young Families | Sermon Based |
Barbara Taylor | Wednesday | 6:30pm | Off Campus | Women (40+) | Sermon Based |
Cindy Clark & Kim Allsteter | Wednesday | 6:30pm | Off Campus | Women | Topical Study |
Rob & Mary Johnson | Wednesday (1st & 3rd) | 7:00 | Off Campus | All Ages, All Stages (FULL) | Sermon Based |
Gigi Fishman | Thursdays bi-weekly | 6pm | On Campus | Women - Young Moms | Self care, self love for moms |
James Williford | Thursday | 6:30pm | On Campus | Co-Ed Bible Study | Bible Based: Colossians |
James & Deborah Bond | Thursday | 6:30pm | Off Campus | Couples | Topical Study |
Tom & Robin Rodriguez | Thursday | 7:00pm | Off Campus | Couples (60+)(FULL) | Sermon Based |
Brook Price | Friday | 9:30am | On Campus | Women | Sermon/Topical |
Rooch & Melinda Manuel | Friday | 6:30pm | Off Campus | All Ages, All Stages (FULL) | Sermon Based |
Brook Price & Heather Renfro | Saturday | 10:00am | On Campus | Grief Share (begins January 28) | Grief Support for adults |
Iliana T & Nancy W | Saturday | Morning | Off Campus | NHP Hiking (FULL) | Fellowship |
Anthony Millares | Saturday bi-weekly | 9:30am | Off Campus | Military, Veterans, & Family | Sermon Based |

KIDS SMALL GROUPS
WEDNESDAYS at 6:30pm
On Campus
KSG is a program designed to enhanced the experience and learning of the children at New Hope. Structured much like our Adult Small Groups, KSG uses curriculum that is seated with Sunday’s New Hope Kids program while providing a comfortable, small group experience for the kids to be among peers while discussing lessons they learn on Sunday. Kids do not need to be present on Sundays, as lessons will be reviewed and then children will discuss in their small groups their thoughts and feelings about the lesson. Children will then do various activities, crafts or games related to their weekly lesson.

FRIDAYS | 6:30PM
Hope Recovery Group will meet every week in Room 101. This group is for anyone in recovery or struggling with addiction.
No sign up required.
CIRCLE UP Groups
Circle Up is a 4-week long Small Group experience specifically for those looking to connect with others in the same stage of life.
Get to know others, develop friendships, and grow spiritually. Connecting with others can be intimidating and difficult, Circle-up groups make connecting easy by providing questions and activities that have been proven to create connection.
Class Dates are TBD and formed based on interest all year round. Fill out our interest form so we can schedule a group with you!
