LIFE GROUPS
Because life is better together.
VISION
We believe we’re not meant to face life alone. But sometimes we find ourselves wrestling with loneliness and isolation more than we’d prefer.
So what do we do?
Around here, we’re trying to turn the tide of ‘going it alone’ by embracing a life that is ‘better together’ and following Jesus in how we eat together, pray together, and love together.
And we do our best to facilitate all of this through an experience of relationship we call Life Groups.
LIFE GROUPS
Life Groups are smaller communities where people learn to eat together, pray together, and love together by showing up often, sharing in each other’s stories, and caring for each other’s needs.
Most of our Life Groups consist of 5-12 people who meet weekly or bi-weekly in someone’s home to enjoy food, invest in friendship, and explore a conversation of faith. We also challenge our groups to serve together on a regular basis in order to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the poor and marginalized, creating even more opportunity for friendship and spiritual growth.
Joining a Life Group initially takes a risk, but we believe it’s well-worth the payoff. It’s worth it to realize that life doesn’t have to be lived on your own. It’s worth it to find a place where you can ask honest questions and learn from the experiences of others. It’s worth finding people who are in your corner when you need it most, and then discovering you can be that person for others.
And it’s worth it because, not only is life better together, but our Life Groups and our church will be better with you in them!
EAT TOGETHER
Showing up regularly to share life and build relationships
We “eat together” by:
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Making time in busy schedules to connect regularly.
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Sharing and listening to know each other’s stories.
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Having fun and enjoying the gifts of life with each other.
PRAY TOGETHER
Joining in on conversations of life and faith
We “pray together” by:
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Asking honest questions and discussing spiritual truth.
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Exploring spiritual practices to learn and grow.
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(Actually) praying together to cultivate trust in God.
LOVE TOGETHER
Being real to care and make a difference
We “love together” by:
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Caring for each other’s needs.
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Serving the marginalized to discover unlikely friendships.
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Inviting others into our lives and groups.
Taking your next step in a church can be scary and confusing. That’s why we host our NEXT STEP lunch the first Sunday of every month to make things comfortable and clear.
Whether you’re looking to learn more about us, are interested in volunteering or joining a Life Group, would like to see what’s here for kids and families, have a heart to serve in our local causes of compassion and outreach — and most of all, if you like to eat! — NEXT STEP is for you.
NEXT STEP is a relatively casual experience over a free lunch where you’ll get to meet some staff and leaders, hear about our heart for the community, and have the chance to sign up for next steps. There’s no commitment, but tons of opportunity.
You’re welcome to simply show up on a Sunday, or if you’d like to get more info or let us know you’re coming, Jessica Reimer would love to hear from you.
Come to Next Step or email Jessica to start, join, or learn more about a group today.
Contact Jessica Reimer
Group Curriculum
Check out our Better Together video curriculum for groups.
