EC SMALL GROUPS

FINDING A SMALL GROUP

Small Groups have one simple purpose: to bring people together. We believe God created us to live in relationship with others and only then can we live the full life He intends for us. Sharing life through community is part of our design, but meaningful relationships aren’t always easy to find. That’s why Small Groups exist, to make these life-changing relationships relevant and accessible.

LEADING A SMALL GROUP

Leading a Small Group isn’t about being perfect; it’s about serving others by giving them a place to connect. Hosting a group is simple choose a topic that interests you and select a time and location to meet with others to share it. We give you essential tools to make your Small Group successful through Leader Training and a directory where you can register your group so others can find it easily. We believe people’s lives are changed one semester at a time by moving one step toward Christ, and as a Small Group leader you get to play an important role in that process.

 

Sometimes, total life change happens in an instant, but more often is happens gradually. As Small Group Leaders, our primary role is to uncover the spiritual condition of group members and walk beside them leading them one step closer to God. What this looks like will be different for each person.

 

Here are some practical examples to help you:

 

If a group member is not in a relationship with Christ, bring them to a church service where they can hear a clear presentation of the Gospel.

Encourage group members to get water baptized.

Invite group members to complete the New Member’s Class.

Invite group members to the Dream Team.

Introduce group members to the idea of daily prayer and Bible reading through the One Year Bible.

Our Small Groups will be most healthy when leaders take an active role in knowing each person in their group and intentionally helping them move one step closer to Christ.

SMALL GROUP COMMON QUESTIONS

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Is there childcare available?
What if I don’t like the first group I try?