Fall Life Group Series
We believe real life change happens best in the context of shared stories. Most Life Groups meet once a week in locations all across the metro area, providing a place for connection, growth, and discussion.
We offer three different formats for our groups: Interest Based, Service Based, and Bible Study Based.
Spring Life Groups begin 10/20/19 and run 6-8 weeks Regardless of your age, interest, or location, we are sure there is a group out there for you. Take a look at our Fall Life Group Guide and email or call the group leader listed for more information.
Men’s Fellowship
Group Focus: Bible-Study Based, male-centric topics (Married or Single Men welcome, 18 yrs or older preferred)
Description: Weekend gathering to discuss biblical applications geared toward greater connections within the community and overall mental & spiritual health.
Leader(s): James Hemphill | Email: jhemphill424@gmail.com | Cell: 425.780.3967
- Occurrence: Saturdays @ 7am
- Location: Panera Bread, 21221 Bothell Everett Highway, Bothell, WA 98021
- MAX # of spots: Unlimited
Uninvited (Women’s Group)
Group Focus: Bible-Study/Book Based
Description: The enemy wants us to feel rejected . . . left out, lonely, and less than. When we allow him to speak lies through our rejection, he pickpockets our purpose, cripples our courage, dismantles our dreams and blinds us to the beauty of Christ’s powerful love.
In Uninvited, author Lysa Terkeurst shares her own deep, personal experiences with rejection—from the incredibly painful childhood abandonment by her father, to the perceived judgment of the perfectly toned woman one elliptical over.
Note: You will need to purchase Uninvited by Lysa Terkeurst available on Amazon, Kindle & Audible. Worksheets will be provided.
Leader(s): Sherilynn Hemphill | Email: sherilynn1971@gmail.com | Cell: 425.273.4904
- Occurrence: Wednesdays @ 6pm
- Location: Story Church | 20618 Filbert Dr, Bothell, WA 98012
- MAX # of spots: No limit
Safe People (Women’s Group)
Group Focus: Bible-Study/Book Based
Description: The wounds inflicted by an “unsafe” person can go deep. This group will help us to make wise choices in relationships from friendship to romance. We will discover why good people can get tangled in bad relationships, learn how to avoid repeating our own mistakes and how to pick safe, healthy people for the friends we make and the company we keep and learn how we can become safe people for others.
Note: You will need to purchase Safe People by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend available on Amazon, Kindle & Audible. Worksheets will be provided.
Leader(s): Jen Endsley | Email: jendsley@mystorychurch.com | Cell: 206.229.7256
- Occurrence: Thursdays @ 6pm
- Location: Story Church | 20618 Filbert Dr, Bothell, WA 98012
- MAX # of spots: No limit
NEXT STEP: SERVE
Group Focus: Bible-Study Based Focus on Service
Description: “God has given each of you a gift from His great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.” 1 Peter 4:10 NLT
Join us as we gather around the table to share a meal together, to grow in our connection together, and go deeper into how to take Next Steps together. The scripture above reminds us that God is very generous and He doesn’t have favorites. He has given each of us spiritual gifts that are intended to be USED WELL to SERVE OTHERS. As Followers of Jesus, we look to His examples in the Word of God, and the wisdom of others. Maybe you’re not currently plugged into an area to Serve, or maybe you are and it’s time to “Raise the Game” and take your current commitment of service to the next level. You are not alone, and you are Welcome Here!
Leader(s): Daren & Lisa Wooley | Email: darenandlisawooley@msn.com
Lisa’s Cell: 425.443.3520 | Daren’s Cell: 425.443.3512
- Occurrence: Wednesdays from 6 – 8pm
- Location: The Wooley’s Home
- MAX # of spots: 12
StoryKids: Dream Team
Group Focus: Service
Description: This is a “short term opportunity” for High School students and adults to see and experience what we do each Sunday: “To create a Safe and Fun environment where Kids can Grow in their relationship with God.” My Passion is to Encourage, Equip, and Inspire Followers of Jesus to take a NEXT STEP in their discipleship, especially when it involves our next generation of Believers! Join us this session as we begin to prepare our kids for the 2019 Christmas Production scheduled for December 15th.
Leader(s): Pastor Daren Wooley | Email: dwooley@mystorychurch.com | Cell: 425.443.3512
- Occurrence: Sundays 9AM or 11AM // Wednesdays from 6-8pm
- Location: Sundays @ Story Church // The Wooley’s Home
- MAX # of spots: 12
Seahawks Sunday
Group Focus: Interest-Based
Description: Do you love watching Football? Then this is the group for you! We have a TON of fun, delicious food & cheer our hearts out!! (Ok, ok – BARB cheers SUPER loud!!) – Bring an appetizer to share & any beverage of your choice. Kids are always welcome!
Leaders: Toby & Barb Gabriel | Email: bntgabriel@gmail.com | Cell: 206.920.6020 | 206.920.6030
- Occurrence: Sundays 1 pm **We will record the games that start at 10am**
- Location: The Gabriel’s Home
- Max # of Spots: No limit
Eat ‘n Philosophize
Group Focus: Interest-Based
Description: This group is for adults of any age to gather together over dinner and talk about all things life. Deep conversation is to be expected so bring your thinking caps!
Leaders: Goran Novakovic & Sandra Drakulovic | Email: Sandra.980019@gmail.com
Cell: 347.901.3602
- Occurrence: Saturdays at 6pm
- Location: Seattle, WA
- Max # of Spots: 8
Knitted Together
Group Focus: Interest-Based
Description: Do you like crocheting and knitting? Join Deanne at her home in Monroe where we will make items to donate to local charities for the upcoming holidays. This group is for experienced crocheters and knitters.
Leaders: Deanne Wilson | Email: deannewilson22@gmail.com | Cell: 206.407.4468
- Occurrence: Wednesdays 6:30pm – 8:00pm
- Location: The Wilson’s Home
- Max # of Spots: 10
COUPLES
Group Focus: Bible/Interest-Based
Description: This group is an opportunity for couples to come together weekly over great food and conversation, where we can connect and grow together.
Leaders: Pastors Chris and Jen Endsley | Email: jendsley@mystorychurch.com | Cell: 206.229.7256
- Occurrence: Fridays @ 7pm
- Location: The Endlsey’s Home
- Max # of Spots: No Limit
Recurring LifeGroups
The LifeGroups below are on-going throughout the year (subject to Holidays)
Middle School Hangout
Group Focus: Interest-based
Description: This group is designed with the middle school student in mind. Groups are fun and give middle school students a place to belong. In addition, the group will build community and serve as a safe place for questions to be asked and struggles to be shared. Students will have the opportunity to build and strengthen friendships, to be known, and make meaningful memories. Not to mention, laugh and have a good time, because we laugh and laugh a lot!
Leaders: Deanne Wilson & Stephanie Hoover
Deanne Email: deannewilson22@gmail.com | Deanne Cell: 206.407.4468
Stephanie Email: stephaniehoover@gmail.com | Stephanie Cell: 206.234.1232
- Occurrence:Monthly Events
- Location:TBD
- SPECIAL PARENT MEETING: Thursday, October 17th @ 7pm at the Hoover Home
High School Hangout
Group Focus: Interest-Based
Description: Our HS LifeGroup will serve as a great opportunity for students to grow closer to their peers and deeper in their relationship with God. We understand that relationships are vital in a student’s life. We want all students to have a place to belong, a place to call home, a place where they can be themselves and be surrounded by friends and positive influences. We’ll have a whole lot of fun partnered with meaningful conversations that will equip students to live out their faith.
Leaders: Theresa Whitehall, Chris Endsley, David Socci, and Krystal Socci
Email: tmwhitehall@mystorychurch.com | Cell: 425.984.4595
- Occurrence: Mondays 7-8:30pm + Monthly Special Events
- Location: TBD each week
REFIT® Workout Sessions
Group Focus: Interest-based
Description: REFIT® is a revolutionary fitness format that moves beyond the body into a life-changing experience. We are a community of women for women. We believe the heart is both a muscle and a soul, and the impact of this targeted approach creates a deeper sense of connection, self-worth and lasting change. The body you have is the body we want — and that’s the body at work! No matter your size, shape, age, or experience, REFIT® is the perfect fit for everybody and every BODY. We believe you’re worth the workout, and we’ll be with you every step of the way. Each 1-hour long workout is packed with powerful movement, balance, toning, and uplifting music. Just bring comfortable shoes, hydration and a willing heart.
Leader: Orshi Nance | Email: mrsnance@ucicschool.org | Cell: 206.234.1499
- Occurrence: Every Wednesday evening 7pm – 8pm & Saturday morning 9am – 10am
- Location: Story Church Auditorium | 20618 Filbert Dr, Bothell, WA 98012
- MAX # of spots: 20+ people
Friends of Youth
Group Focus: Service-based
Description: This service-based LifeGroup is committed to ensuring that the youth of tomorrow have the safe places, caring support, and healthy relationships they need to succeed. The primary way this group will go about this objective will be through service. The group will meet the fourth Saturday of every month, plan a menu, prepare the meal, and share with the residents while building a relationship with them. There may also be opportunities from time to time to work in their garden (weather permitting), as well as attending to basic maintenance needs of the residency. Due to the nature of this organization, all volunteers must be 18+ and must complete the application and orientation process before attending.
Leaders: Jen Endsley & Andrew Llorente | Email: jendsley@mystorychurch.com
Jen’s Cell: 206.229.7256 | Andrew’s Cell: 510.402.3351
- Occurrence: 4th Saturday of EVERY MONTH
- Location: Friends of Youth Residential Facility
- MAX # of spots: 8 (Rotating)
- Status: LIMITED