WHAT ARE LIFE GROUPS?

At their core, life groups are casual gatherings of 8-12 people, typically meeting at a group members home, for the purpose of growing together and learning how to love God, love others and live with purpose.  But to those who have experienced the benefits of a life group, they are so much more.  Life groups are a place to know and be known, love and be loved, serve and be served.  We have women's groups, men's groups, singles groups, couples groups and groups that are open to anyone.  Most of these are divided by the general stage of life of the group members.  Every group has a unique feel and personality and finding the right one for you can be life changing.

WHY ARE LIFE GROUPS IMPORTANT?

We are convinced that life change happens best in wholistic small group environments, where people can experience and process life together in community with others.  When we describe groups as wholistic, we are saying that they strive to meet the needs of the whole person.  To us, life groups are not merely classroom-like environments where people are fed intellectually.   Nor are they just a good place to build deep relationships with other people.  And, although it is one of their functions, we do not have life groups simply to care for each other during times of need.  We have life groups for ALL of those reasons.  We believe in life group ministry because these wholistic groups provide the best environment for us to help build each other into fully transformed followers of Jesus Christ, through teaching, fellowship, mutual care and accountability.

HOW DO I FIND THE RIGHT GROUP?

• GroupLink.  This is an 1 ½ hour event where you come to connect with people in your same stage of life and/or area of town to join or form a Life Group.
• Check the Directory.  We try to provide and updated small groups directory, showing what groups are currently available,  You can get a directory at the info desk on Sunday or you can download a copy here.
• Relationships.  Ask some people you already know about the small group that they are in.  Personal relationships are always the most popular way to find a group and get connected,
  

LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Our life group coaches, leaders and apprentice leaders are part of the core leadership of our church.  They are bible teachers, discussion facilitators, care providers, fellowship coordinators and spiritual mentors.  But, first and foremost, they are servants.  Scripture teaches us that to be a leader in the kingdom of God, we must seek to be a servant to all (Mark 10:42-45).  So, if you are looking for a high-profile position with lots of perks, this probably isn’t for you.  But, if you desire to open up your life and teach others to do the same, if you have a passion to see people grow in their knowledge and love for Christ, and if you are ready for a truly challenging and tremendously rewarding task, than I would love to sit and talk with you about life group leadership.  You can contact Reece at the church or by email at reece@churchatsouthlake.org for more information on leadership opportunities.