At Pine Lake Covenant Church, we truly believe we are better together. For us, this means we gather beyond a Sunday morning to learn, share, play, and grow together. This can look different for each person, depending on your age, life stage, and interests.
Here are the three different types of groups we offer:
GROWTH GROUPS New Growth Groups form three times a year in the Fall, Winter, and Spring. Each group consists of 6–10 people who meet for a limited season as they focus on sharing life together through meals, conversation, short studies and prayer. Each session provides an opportunity to make new friends as you also grow together. This is a great starting place for those newer to PLCC.
Current Growth Groups
1. This is Us: Exploring PLCC2. Praying Together3. Teacuppers Study4. James: The Most Practical Book in the Bible
Leader(s): Pastoral Team Location: Building A, Family Room (lower level) Dates & Time: Sundays starting April 23; 11:30am-1:00pm Description: If you’re newer to PLCC, come find out more about who we are and what we believe. We’ll explore the ministries of PLCC, what the Evangelical Covenant Church is, and help you find your next step on the pathway of following Jesus.
Leader(s):Contact Pastor Nancy de Jong Location: PLCC Dates & Time: Wednesdays starting April 19; 2:00-3:00pm Description: As we become people of prayer and more dependent on the Holy Spirit, join us for this time of intentional learning and prayer. We’ll have a short devotion then spend time praying for family & friends, our church, community, nation, and world.
Leader(s): Pastor Nancy de Jong and Terri Gustafson Location: Homes in Sammamish Dates & Time: Thursdays starting April 20; 1:00-2:00pm Description: Join the Teacuppers, some of our wise saints, as we enjoy tea and a Bible Study. We’ll grow in friendship and in Christ as we enjoy goodies with coffee and tea. Women of any age are welcome to attend as we grow in connection, love, and care.
Leader(s): Pastor Mark Neely and Nate Courter Location: PLCC Boat House (Building B, lower level youth room) Dates & Time: Sundays starting April 22; 11:30am-12:30pm Description: Middle school, high school and young adults are invited to this 5-week study on Sunday afternoons. A study handbook is included.
SOCIAL GROUPS Participate in what you love or learn a new skill! We have various groups who meet on and off campus, often with community members, to engage in new skills. These groups include pick-up basketball, crocheting or knitting, hiking, and more. Don’t find a group focused on what you love? We’ll help you get started and provide leadership training.
Current Social Groups
1. Anchor Gatherings for Women2. Pints & Parables3. Friends With Yarn4. F3 Men's Fitness Group5. Gardening6. Men’s Pick-up Basketball
Leader(s): Loren Callahan & Team Location: Building A, Family Room (lower level) Dates & Time: Wednesday, April 26; 7:00pm Description: Ladies, please join us for community and fun during An Anchor at Church event! The Anchor is a gathering for women of all ages and backgrounds to be encouraged in faith and friendship. Our vision is to see women discover Jesus Christ as the Anchor of their lives. This is also the perfect thing to invite a friend to attend!
Leader(s): Pastor Austin Bailey Location: Formula Brewing, Issaquah Dates & Time: 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:00-9:00pm Other info: Friends encouraged! Description: Pints & Parables is a space and place where anyone can gather to grow closer to Jesus and one another. Grab your friend and meet us for a drink and discussion on how we deal with the messy parts of life through the teachings of Jesus. Pints and Parables is a great place for new friends to get to know one another.
Leader(s): Frances Addison Location: Sammamish/Issaquah area home Dates & Time: Two Saturdays per month Description: Do you enjoy crocheting or knitting? Or would you like to learn? Join our Friends With Yarn group, enjoying time together and making blankets for various ministries within the church.
Leader(s): Rob Worl Location: Downtown Issaquah behind Mint Salon Dates & Time: Thursdays: Workout @ 5:30am, Coffee @ 6:30am Description: F3 is a men’s group focused on Fitness, Fellowship, and Faith. The workout is always free, always outdoors, and open to men of all ages!
Leader(s):Contact Pastor Nancy de Jong Location: PLCC Dates & Time: Tuesday, April 25; 3:00pm Description: Who loves to garden, including dreaming, planning, and planting? Join us as we dream about creating and updating spaces around the church and schedule tours of local gardens.
Leader(s): Greg Hohman Location: PLCC Gym Dates & Time: Tuesdays, 8:15pm Description: Drop in for pick-up basketball every Tuesday night! Bring two different shirts (light & dark) to determine teams & get ready to play hoops with guys from all across our community. All ability levels welcome!
LIFE GROUPS These groups are typically longer term groups that spend September–May studying and learning more in depth as they grow closer to one another. Some groups follow a prepared Bible study and some continue discussion from the current sermon series. Most groups meet in homes and often share a meal together.
