Growth Groups

Why Growth Groups?

GROWTH GROUPS ARE A PLACE TO DEVELOP AUTHENTIC COMMUNITY AND LASTING FRIENDSHIPS.

  • Growth Groups are a predictable and safe environment.
  • They provide excellent support and care in times of crisis, change and stress.
  • A Growth Group environment is inviting and relaxing.
  • They’re a great environment for the development of accountability, a sense of belonging and caring.

GROWTH GROUPS FOSTER LEADERSHIP SKILLS.

  • You’ll develop leadership skills you never knew you had!
  • Groups provide an environment to discover and develop your spiritual gifts by serving one another.

GROWTH GROUPS PROVIDE FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENTS TO BRING YOUR FRIENDS AND SHARE YOUR LIFE.

  • Some people are more willing to visit a home than a church.
  • You’ll have a natural way to share Christ with friends, relatives and work associates.
  • Many people need to belong before they believe.

GROWTH GROUPS ARE A SAFE PLACE TO SURRENDER YOUR HEART TO GOD AND OTHERS IN WORSHIP AND PRAYER.

  • You’ll be introduced to several forms of small group worship including prayer, Bible study, and communion.
  • Prayer will become more meaningful to you.
  • You’ll receive prayer support from other people and support others through prayer.

GROWTH GROUPS ARE THE OPTIMAL ENVIRONMENT FOR SUSTAINED LIFE CHANGE.

  • Groups help you connect with other believers, which is critical for spiritual growth.
  • They are ideal for mutual encouragement and growth.

GROWTH GROUPS ARE FLEXIBLE.

  • Groups can meet anywhere – homes, restaurants, offices and more!
  • They can meet anytime of the week.
  • You can attend more than one group.
  • Groups can schedule their meetings and activities to coincide with the schedules of their members.

Growth Group Characteristics

  • THEY MEET WEEKLY, BI-WEEKLY, or MONTHLY: Don’t know where to start? We have a group that meets most evenings.
  • GREAT FRIENDSHIPS: They have 3 or more people attending, including the leader. In a Growth Group, you’ll make friends that will last.
  • THEY DEVELOP THE WHOLE PERSON: Each group includes one of the following: prayer, worship, Bible study, and/or testimonies. Each is designed to take you deeper in your walk with Jesus.
  • EACH GROUP IS APPROVED: Leaders, groups and teaching materials are approved and supported by the church pastors and the leadership team.
  • LEADERSHIP TRAINING: Nothing is better than on-the-job training. Life Groups help develop group members into future leaders.
  • PROVIDES A SAFE ENVIRONMENT: Growth Groups encourage members to invite people outside the church and make them feel welcomed.