Error
Please reach out to our team to get connected. We would love to help answer any questions you have! Schedule a meeting with a Life Group Pastor or email lifegroupcentral@northcoastchurch.com. If you are not sure how a Life Group works, read through our Frequently Asked Questions.
This NEW group will be studying the book He Sees Perfection: Trusting that what God sees is all that matters by Alex Dufresne. Alex & Rachel envision a group of young women (18-25yrs.) that are rea...
This NEW group will be studying the book He Sees Perfection: Trusting that what God sees is all that matters by Alex Dufresne. Alex & Rachel envision a group of young women (18-25yrs.) that are ready to live out their faith and walk with a community of sisters. This group hopes for their members to find the opportunity for strong godly mentorship in the church, and to be supported by a group of peers to pursue their own relationship with God. We can't wait to get together for coffee, hang out at the beach, meet together at the church or outside of the church to do life together. Alex has been a part of NCC since 2010 and has served in leadership with our Thrive and Elevate youth groups. Professionally, she is a Director of Author Development at Game Changer Publishing. In her free time she enjoys worship, singing, writing, and being outside and with her family/friends! Rachel has been attending NCC since 2022 and is currently on staff with our North Coast Video Team. She is enrolled in the School of Ministry and also volunteers with the high school youth group at our Ramona campus. Her hobby and passion is dance and she is currently training to pursue a career in the commercial dance industry.
This NEW group hopes to create an environment of married couples with children of all ages to come and connect with other couples while growing deeper into the Word of God. Curtis & Lucy have been ...
This NEW group hopes to create an environment of married couples with children of all ages to come and connect with other couples while growing deeper into the Word of God. Curtis & Lucy have been attending NCC since 2021 and have served within the church in various ministries and are both retired. Together they enjoy their grandkids & raising puppies with Canine Companions. Curtis specifically enjoys archery, leather crafting & horseshoes. Lucy likes to play tennis & crochet. Ray & Cyra have been attending NCC since 2022 and they both enjoy spending time with kids, traveling, trying out different cuisines, & watching movies.
This NEW group hopes to create a environment for authentic discussion, fun, laughter, support and encouragement of one another. Scott and Terri have been a part of NCC since 2022, and have served ...
This NEW group hopes to create a environment for authentic discussion, fun, laughter, support and encouragement of one another. Scott and Terri have been a part of NCC since 2022, and have served in various ministries. Scott plays on the Country Gospel band and Terri is a part of our welcome ministry. Professionally, Scott is a Missionary and Terri is a Life Coach. Together in their free time they enjoy walking/hiking, coffee with friends, bicycling, traveling, gardening, guitar, piano & singing. Ryan and Madelyn are new to NCC this year as they just moved from Montana, but have served in ministry in various other churches. Professionally, Ryan is a financial analyst ad Madelyn is in operations. Together they love being outdoors, hiking, fishing, skiing/snowboarding. They love spending time with their dogs. Madalyn does various shows, trainings, and competitions with their Australian shepherds. Ryan coaches baseball for FCA which he just started but is really enjoying. Lastly, they also love spending time with family and friends and playing lots of games!
This group of Men hope their group will be a place where trust is built & fellowship among men can build into long term friendships. The focus will be learning God's word together, how to apply God...
This group of Men hope their group will be a place where trust is built & fellowship among men can build into long term friendships. The focus will be learning God's word together, how to apply God's word individually to help us become better men in knowledge and wisdom for daily living.
Alex and Rosa have been married since 2015, soon after sparking up a friendship as graduate students at SDSU. They love to laugh, cook, play games, and spend time with their sons. Rosa and Alex pas...
Alex and Rosa have been married since 2015, soon after sparking up a friendship as graduate students at SDSU. They love to laugh, cook, play games, and spend time with their sons. Rosa and Alex passion for this group is digging deeper, they hope to offer an exciting place to grow in relationship with Christ and each other! This group is a mix of married couples and couples who have just started having children. This group will have a hybrid meeting with the men meeting in person one week, while the women meet via zoom that week. The following week we will swap and we will repeat this arrangement the entire quarter. The purpose of this groups schedule is to help with childcare for those in the group with children.
The "Real Life Men's Group" is a place where men can gather to grow in a confidential environment to build from each other's life experiences and scripture,while moving toward a deeper relationship...
The "Real Life Men's Group" is a place where men can gather to grow in a confidential environment to build from each other's life experiences and scripture,while moving toward a deeper relationship with Christ. Dan has been a part of NCC and Life Groups since 2008. Dan is a Retirement Specialist and enjoys raising & training his Golden Doodle dogs!
This group hopes to do life together and be accountable to God and each other. Eric and Alejandra have been married since 2006. They started coming to NCC in the beginning of 2018 and were in Lif...
This group hopes to do life together and be accountable to God and each other. Eric and Alejandra have been married since 2006. They started coming to NCC in the beginning of 2018 and were in Life Groups since 2013 at previous churches. Eric is a Engineering Director. Alex is a Data Analyst and was involved in Silver Angels Elderly Ministry at the Rock Church. Eric likes story telling, reading, video games, camping, being with family and friends while Alex likes to ride bikes, hike, going to the beach, music, woodworking, and home improvement projects.
This group hopes to openly dive deep with one another and challenging one another to grow spiritually, all while enjoying each others company and supporting one another in our different walks of li...
This group hopes to openly dive deep with one another and challenging one another to grow spiritually, all while enjoying each others company and supporting one another in our different walks of life. Jeremy & Annelise have been attending NCC since 2009, Jeremy serves on the Safety Team! Professionally, Jeremy is in Construction Sales and Annelise works in Radiation Therapy. For fun they are both desert rats and enjoy all types of off-roading and camping with their boys. Annelise is an avid horse rider and regularly can be found on one of her horses around North County. Their two boys love swimming and getting into trouble with their cousins.
This group hopes to provide a place where their members will free to share about anything, in the context of a healthy environment centered on Bible study & friendship. Laura has been a part of NC...
This group hopes to provide a place where their members will free to share about anything, in the context of a healthy environment centered on Bible study & friendship. Laura has been a part of NCC since 2009, she volunteers as a greeter at church. Professionally, she works as a Medical Secretary. In her free time she enjoys quilting! Ronda will be co-leading this group.
This group would like to be able to do a little worship together, and have deeper discussions about the sermons. Hopefully provide an environment where folks are comfortable sharing life stories an...
This group would like to be able to do a little worship together, and have deeper discussions about the sermons. Hopefully provide an environment where folks are comfortable sharing life stories and can feel encouraged and lifted up. Nate & Dina have been attending NCC and a part of Life Groups since 2020. Nate recently has been getting connected with the Worship Team here at North Coast. Professionally, Nate works for T-Mobile, but together Nate & Dina enjoy watching movies, spending time with their kids, playing music together, & watching sports.
This group will focus on growing as Christians, individuals, parents and spouses. Nathan and Amy Balcom have been married and leading Life Groups since 2014. Both Nathan and Amy grew up in North ...
This group will focus on growing as Christians, individuals, parents and spouses. Nathan and Amy Balcom have been married and leading Life Groups since 2014. Both Nathan and Amy grew up in North County and met while attending Cal Poly SLO. Nathan is a mechanical engineer while Amy stays at home with their two young children. As a family, they love going to the park, doing arts ‘n crafts, having picnics and dance parties. Nathan and Amy love playing board games with friends and being outdoors. Daniel and Melissa were also married in 2014. They have been involved in Life Groups and Children's ministry over the years. Daniel works as a financial planner and Melissa is a teacher. They enjoy spending time with friends and family, including their son born in 2019, and traveling and hiking when there is time.
This group of Men 50yrs. and up will be discussing the message and doing Bible study. Phillip has been involved at North Coast and in Life Groups since 2016. He is a business owner but when he can...
This group of Men 50yrs. and up will be discussing the message and doing Bible study. Phillip has been involved at North Coast and in Life Groups since 2016. He is a business owner but when he can he enjoys boating, hiking, and mountain biking.
This is a group of young families who are excited to build a community with other young families who wish to grow in their walk with Jesus and enjoy spending time together. Quinton and Ashlie have...
This is a group of young families who are excited to build a community with other young families who wish to grow in their walk with Jesus and enjoy spending time together. Quinton and Ashlie have been a part of North Coast and Life Groups for many years. Professionally, Quinton works for the City of San Marcos and Ashlie is on staff as our Children's Pastor at the San Marcos/Escondido campus. Together in their free time they enjoy spending time with their family and their four little ones.
This online only group welcomes those who are ready and humble to be disciplined and to disciple. Rene & Belle have been attending NCC and a part of Life Groups since 2008 and both very involved i...
This online only group welcomes those who are ready and humble to be disciplined and to disciple. Rene & Belle have been attending NCC and a part of Life Groups since 2008 and both very involved in ministry with the church. Together, they love Gardening, Swimming, Reading, and Studying.
Ryan & Sharon have attended North Coast Church since 2013 and have both been involved in Life Groups. They enjoy serving in various ministries, Children & High School Ministry as well as working wi...
Ryan & Sharon have attended North Coast Church since 2013 and have both been involved in Life Groups. They enjoy serving in various ministries, Children & High School Ministry as well as working with Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Ryan works as a High School Teacher. When not working Ryan enjoys traveling, surfing, basketball, tennis, reading & playing with his kids. Sharon works as a Real Estate Agent and enjoys running & playing with her kids. Grant & Joy will be leading alongside Ryan & Sharon.
This group is a place where men can openly discuss their walk with Christ with other men having similar successes and failures as the Holy Spirit changes them day by day, as Larry and Chris say, "F...
This group is a place where men can openly discuss their walk with Christ with other men having similar successes and failures as the Holy Spirit changes them day by day, as Larry and Chris say, "From the inside out." While not a Bible study, per say, this group will read and learn from scripture as it applies to our individual circumstances. Key to the group dynamics will be group discussion and small group prayer as we "bear one another's burdens." The goal is practical, spiritual growth - As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another...Proverbs 27:17. Scott and his wife, Jeanelle, joined NCC in 1997 just prior to going to China as missionaries. Upon return in 2002, Scott has been a part of the North Coast men's groups since 2000, first at Vista, Carlsbad, and at SM/E.
This group desires to be a group that is willing to share their victories and struggles in their personal lives, eager to study scripture, actively participate (to the degree that they feel comfort...
This group desires to be a group that is willing to share their victories and struggles in their personal lives, eager to study scripture, actively participate (to the degree that they feel comfortable) in weekly meetings, developing and strengthening their relationships with others in the group and with those at North Coast outside the group. Shelli has been a part of NCC for 6 years. Professionally, she is a teacher. In her free time she loves reading, running, scrapbooking, photography & poetry. Stephen has been attending NCC since 2020, professionally he is a Transportation Engineer for Caltrans. Fun hobbies and interests include, legos, board games, video games, football, basketball, guitar, & the stock market!
This NEW group has a desire to offer a comfortable safe place to get to know each other well and dive deeper together in God's word. Deb has been attending NCC since 2013 and has helped lead our Ca...
This NEW group has a desire to offer a comfortable safe place to get to know each other well and dive deeper together in God's word. Deb has been attending NCC since 2013 and has helped lead our Cafe Ministry in the past. Professionally, she owns her own business and in her free time enjoys spending time with her family, grandchildren, crafting, gardening, & time at their cabin. Anjeanine has been attending NCC since 2022 and serves in various outreach ministries. Professionally, she is a supervisor for SMUSD and in her free time enjoys poolside fun with her family, the beach, craft fairs, live music, watching movies, and amusement parks!
This is a group of college to post college aged women ages 20-30 years old who will be reading and studying the book Seamless by, Angie Smith. This group has a vision to go beyond the study discuss...
This is a group of college to post college aged women ages 20-30 years old who will be reading and studying the book Seamless by, Angie Smith. This group has a vision to go beyond the study discussion questions but to also hopefully develop connection with each other. This group likes to have fun, and play games. Amanda has been attending NCC since 2010 and a part of Life Groups for two years. Professionally, Amanda works for a corporation as a financial planner and in her free time she enjoys shopping, snowboarding, watching Netflix, going to the beach, & eating good food. Nadia has been attending NCC since 2014 and a part of Life Groups since 2020. Professionally, Nadia is a Fitness Instructor, she enjoys hiking, hanging our with family & friends, playing games & trying out new resturants.
This group of women desire to be lead by Jesus. To walk along side each other through the ups & downs, learn from each other, feel comfortable to share & pray while growing in Christ. This group is...
This group of women desire to be lead by Jesus. To walk along side each other through the ups & downs, learn from each other, feel comfortable to share & pray while growing in Christ. This group is sermon based and will be reviewing the sermon notes. Dawn & Lauren hope for discussions to be uplifting and encouraging to one another. And lastly, both love tea, coffee, water and snacks! Dawn has been coming to NCC and been in LG's since 2015, you might of seen her serving our little ones in the Nursery at church. She is an executive assistant. Lauren has been attending NCC since 2011 serving in Children's Ministry. She is a stay home mom and enjoys working out, indoor cycling, hiking, watching house & cooking shows, baking, and making homemade meals.
Henned has prayed for this group to be guided by the holy spirit. With the hope to provide a space that everyone will have a sense of belonging, fully accepted and to develop friendship. To laugh t...
Henned has prayed for this group to be guided by the holy spirit. With the hope to provide a space that everyone will have a sense of belonging, fully accepted and to develop friendship. To laugh together, pray and encourage each other. To grow in our faith and know our father in a more intimate way. And of course to enjoy snacks, tea or coffee and fellowship! Henned has been attending NCC since 2016 and involved with Life Groups for 4 years. She has served in Prison Ministries, and at NCC as a greeter on our Welcome Team! Professionally, Henned is an Administrate Supervisor for Marriot Vacations Club. When not working she enjoys spending time with family & friends, taking walks, hiking, reading a good book. She absolutely just enjoys being in nature, especially the mountains! Linda Haar has been attending North Coast Church since 2015 and a part of Life Groups for the last 3-4 years.
This group will be studying Take Courage, a study in Haggai, by Jennifer Rothschild. Kari is a professional musician who loves spending time with her kids, hiking & traveling. She has led a Well ...
This group will be studying Take Courage, a study in Haggai, by Jennifer Rothschild. Kari is a professional musician who loves spending time with her kids, hiking & traveling. She has led a Well group for several years and is on the worship team at the San Marcos/Escondido and Rancho Bernardo campuses. Dorinda has been a part of NCC and life groups since 2016. In her free time she enjoys reading and spending time with her family.
This NEW group for young mamas will be reading and studying the book, God is Faithful. We recognize that the constant demands of motherhood can make it challenging to pursue God. This group will pr...
This NEW group for young mamas will be reading and studying the book, God is Faithful. We recognize that the constant demands of motherhood can make it challenging to pursue God. This group will provide meaningful and God-honoring connection with other moms with little ones. The prayer journal, God is Faithful, will be our "study." Our prayer is that this guided journal will provide a gentle way to grow in our understanding and relationship with God as we intentionally pray for our children. Alice has been attending North Coast for many years and has served within various ministries. Currently, she is on staff at North Coast San Marcos/Escondido as our Women's Pastor for The Well and she also is the Director of Connections. Alice has four children and can remember the frustration of trying to keep up with four tiny little ones without losing her sanity or her life! Her children are now grown and she has two gorgeous and wonderful daughters-in-law, and the most adorable 18-month-old granddaughter named Sutton Rue. In her free time Alice loves working out, running, walking on the beach, spending time with family and traveling with her husband. Amy has been attending NCC since 1997 and has been involved with Life Groups since 2013. Amy is a stay at mom and in her free time she enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters. They love to play at parks, go swimming, play board games. On Friday nights they make homemade pizza and watch a movie!
This NEW group will be studying and discussing the book Bridges, Not Barriers. The vision for this group is to be a safe and easy place for moms of tweens, teens, and young adults to share their st...
This NEW group will be studying and discussing the book Bridges, Not Barriers. The vision for this group is to be a safe and easy place for moms of tweens, teens, and young adults to share their struggles and triumphs, a place where moms will not feel alone. Carol has been attending and a part of life groups with North Coast since 2023. She has had the opportunity to serve with the Preschool age children at her previous church and has served with Hope Family Services. Professionally, she is an author, Coach, and Parenting Teens Advocate. In her free time she enjoys writings , photography, mountain biking, hiking, camping and spending time with her golden retrievers. Jodi will be leading alongside Carol and has been a long time North Coaster and a part of the Women's ministries for several years. She has three young adult sons and loves to spend time with her family.
This group will be studying He is Where The Joy Is! by Tara-Leigh Cobble, a study on the Trinity. Elise hopes to create a group that loves Jesus, seeks after him and desires to know him more. She ...
This group will be studying He is Where The Joy Is! by Tara-Leigh Cobble, a study on the Trinity. Elise hopes to create a group that loves Jesus, seeks after him and desires to know him more. She wants to foster a group that fosters a commitment to growing together, both in the knowledge of God and in friendship with each other.
This group will be studying Take Courage by Jennifer Rothschild, a study in the book of Haggai. Jessica has attended NCC since 2014 and serves on our greeter team. She has three young children and...
This group will be studying Take Courage by Jennifer Rothschild, a study in the book of Haggai. Jessica has attended NCC since 2014 and serves on our greeter team. She has three young children and has led women's groups for The Well for several quarter. Maysoon has been attending NCC since 2009 and has been a part of life groups for 6 years. She enjoys spending time reading, watching movies and going to new parks with her two girls.
This Women's group will be following the weekly sermon series in the Book of John. This group hopes to learn and share from each other the Bible and enjoy fellowship with one another. Linda Pasek ...
This Women's group will be following the weekly sermon series in the Book of John. This group hopes to learn and share from each other the Bible and enjoy fellowship with one another. Linda Pasek has been attending NCC and a part of Life Groups since 2015. She enjoys serving as a greeter on Sunday mornings at our SM/E campus. Linda is a retired Elementary teacher and now enjoys hiking, reading, pickle ball, & her time with her children and grand-children. Linda Clarke has been a part of NCC for 8 years and currently serves as a greeter & life group leader for a sermon based group at church. Linda is also a retired teacher who enjoys traveling! Susan Loeffler will be assisting in leading this group and has been a part of NCC since 2021. She has served at Maranatha Chapel in Children's ministry & Community Bible Study Leadership. Susan is retired and enjoys hiking, reading, beach time, and spending time with family & grandchildren.
Tim and Stephanie began attending North Coast in January of 2016 and quickly fell in love with the teaching and the community. Tim is a retired high school English teacher and Stephanie is a self-e...
Tim and Stephanie began attending North Coast in January of 2016 and quickly fell in love with the teaching and the community. Tim is a retired high school English teacher and Stephanie is a self-employed court reporter. Tim enjoys mountain bike riding and gardening, while Stephanie enjoys home improvement shows and is a foodie.They both enjoy walking their three German Shepherd dogs and traveling.