Group Life Ministry

At Living Faith, we believe spiritual growth happens best in community. That’s why groups are at the heart of our church. A Life Group or Connect Group is a small gathering led by a designated leader who provides care, prayer, and guidance as you grow in your walk with Christ. You’ll be known, prayed for, and encouraged as you study God’s Word, share life together, and experience the love of Christ in practical ways. With groups for all ages meeting throughout the week, there’s a place for you to connect and belong.

Joining a group isn’t just another meeting—it’s an opportunity to build meaningful relationships and grow in your faith alongside others. 

LeadWell is designed to equip church Group Leaders with practical tools for disciple-making. Click below to watch a video message from Pastor Bobby.

Led by: Daniel Chui
Meets: Thursday at 7:30pm at Living Faith
Study Topic: Zephaniah

About the Group:
We are a group of Christians who seek and strive to grow together to be more like Christ. We gather to study the Word and to share lives with each other. We trust that God will transform our lives through the Holy Spirit.

About the Leader:
I have decided to follow Jesus, who is my Lord and my Savior. By grace, God granted me knowledge of and faith in Him at a young age, and breathed life into my faith 12 years ago. He has and continues to forgive my sin, heal my diseases, redeem my life, crown me with steadfast love and mercy, and satisfy me with good. I desire to be transformed to be like Christ, and to join fellow believers, who are the church and the body of Christ, in building each other up into Christ, for God's glory.

Led by: Nate Perfetti
Meets: Tuesday at 8pm at Living Faith
Study Topic: Living Out God’s Greatest Commandment: Loving Him and Others

About the Group:
This is a young adult men’s Bible study. We focus on studying God’s Word in depth and practically applying it to our lives. This provides young men with an opportunity to reflect on their lives, discuss personal struggles, and pour into others. Each group session involves a scripture reading, a clip from a sermon about the passage, small group discussion, and prayer requests. It is a group for any young man looking to grow in Christ.

About the Leader:
I've been a member of Living Faith and have run this group since October 2025. I teach 8th grade science which has been my passion since graduating college. God has put it on my heart to step out of my comfort zone to teach His Word to others. It has been a fun adventure to dive into teaching something other than science. In my free time you can probably find me in nature somewhere, reading a good book, drinking coffee, or spending time with people I love. It has been a gift to lead this group and I am excited to see what God does next.

Led by: Bob Smith & Jerry DeAngelis
Meets: Thursday at 7:30pm at Living Faith
Study Topic: We study books of the Bible using multimedia resources and Living Faith service studies.

About the Group:
Throughout the year, our group participates in evangelism and community outreach, looking for practical opportunities to share the love and hope of Jesus Christ through service, personal witness, prayer, and acts of compassion.

About the Leaders:
Co-Leader - Bob Smith
Bob has a passion for helping men discover the freedom, purpose, and new life found in Christ. He emphasizes Scripture, discipleship, practical application, evangelism, and outreach, encouraging men to abide in Jesus and experience the lasting transformation that only He can bring.

Co-Leader - Jerry DeAngelis
Jerry has spent a lifetime in Christian ministry, serving in numerous capacities in several churches. He emphasizes faithful biblical teaching, discipleship, encouragement, and shepherding, helping men grow in their relationship with Christ and live out their faith each day.

Led by: Kyle Gabrinowitz
Meets: Sunday at 7pm at Living Faith
Study Topic: Right now we're covering 1 Corinthians, but we also want to go through the fruit of the Spirit and spiritual gifts.

About the Group:
Everyone is welcome at this group. New believers, seasoned believers, and people who just love the Lord. We have built trust with each other and take confidentiality seriously. We are friendly and very focused on the word of God. We appreciate when everyone shares and communicates, since this builds up the body of Christ. We are a group of joyful, energetic, and dedicated young adults who want to serve God and glorify Him with our lives.

About the Leader:
Kyle has been a member of Living Faith since 2024. He loves to see people grow closer to God and know his word more deeply and enjoys seeing the connections and friendships made within the group.

Led by: Angelo Pacchiana
Meets: Wednesday at 7pm in Wantagh
Study Topic: The Psalms

About the Group:
We are a group of single and married members who seek to know God deeper each time we meet for fellowship and the study of His word. Our time together is filled with laughter and thoughtful discussions. Prayer time focuses on God and our members who express their needs.

About the Leader:
My name is Angelo and I live in Wantagh. I’m married to Melissa and we have 2 adult children and 1 granddaughter. I’ve been leading small groups for over 40 years. My calling is to teach my sisters and brothers the word of God so we can all be thankful for what He has given us in Christ Jesus. (Colossians 3:16)

Led by: Debra Ephraim
Meets: Thursday at 1:30pm on Zoom
Study Topic: 

About the Group:
The ladies in this group are caring, compassionate women, some of whom are not readily able to leave the house often.  They are patient and helpful when others have questions. One lady teaches at a Bible school, and another just graduated from a Bible college.  The rest are long-time believers.

About the Leader:
Debra has been a member of Living Faith since 1986. She has led multiple groups through the years and is excited to spend time growing with this group and digging into God's word together.

Led by: Esther Valliant
Meets: Tuesday at 7pm in Plainview
Study Topic: More women of the Bible

About the Group:
Our goal is to live life together, learn about God, and encourage each other to grow to be more like Christ.

About the Leader:
I am originally from Canada and have been on Long Island for 5 years.  It is my pleasure to host this group in my home.  I enjoy the outdoors, time with family, singing, and knitting.