1. What is the make-up (age, life situation) of your group?   

Both retired and working any age  is welcome

 2.How long has your group been in existence?  

First birth around 2003;  Disbanded when I resigned as an elder in mid 2007.  Began again in late 2008.

3.What are the typical elements of your group meeting?

3 Weeks out of four:  Rotate hosting at members houses.   Host prepares devotional; prayers for members; meal together prepared by host.  

4. What is the primary focus of the group? (fellowship, Bible study, service, outreach, prayer, etc.)

3 Weeks out of four: devotional/bible study and fellowship ( in James terms--Spiritual Formation) ;   Fourth week we meet a restaurant after church.  The person assigned then assigns the group a service project to be done that week.  So, we have a mixture of Spiritual Formation and Service.  

5. How many are in your group? (estimated total) How many are typically at a group meeting?

Core Group that begin small group,  8 ; typically 8-10.

6. When and where does your group typically meet? 

In homes assign by rotation 3 weeks out of 4; at restaurant 1 week out of 4

7.What are some of the best memories/moments that you have had in your group?

The core group has known each other for over 25 years.  We have a lot to share.

8. What contact information (email/phone) should people use if they are interested in this group?

Lynn and Martha Nored; lnored@hughes.net; 972-540-5337

Allen and Judy Gillam; agilliam@datatrendpc.com; 9727343472