What are Small Groups?
A Small Group is a group of people who gather together weekly, for the purpose of growing in their relationship in Christ.
Acts 2:42-47 provides the basis for Small Groups. This ministry is designed to help provide: Bible teaching, fellowship, prayer, worship, encouragement, and community outreach. The Small Group setting allows each individual to be integral part of the fellowship.
Basic Elements of a Small Group:
Worship
We worship God because He is worthy of our praise (2 Samuel 22:4) and through our worship we enter into His presence (Psalm 100:4).
Bible Study
The Bible study is an opportunity for each member to be involved as the Small Group leader facilitates a discussion of the Bible passage. (Act 17:10)
Prayer
Prayer is an essential element of Small Groups. Through prayer we are able to communicate with God in an intimate way. (James 5:16)
Fellowship
Fellowship means sharing close mutual relationships. As Christians, the foundation of our relationships is our common faith in Christ, and is displayed as we love each other as we have been first loved by God. (Hebrews 10:24-25)
Ministry and Outreach
As a Small Group Family you will grow together in the Lord and serve together in reaching out to those around you. (Ephesians 4:12) |
