
WHAT IS A LIFE GROUP?
It is a small group of people gathering together weekly to share food, fellowship, Bible study, and prayer. Life Groups are open to those who are seeking or investigating Jesus and His message. Life groups exist to deepen relationships with God and with one another. Life groups help develop and nurture long-term trust and relationships, loving support, and accountability as followers of Jesus.
WHY JOIN A LIFE GROUP?
Discipleship - Life Group provides opportunities for believers to learn from each other as we apply the gospel within the intimacy of relationships.
Study - Life Group provides opportunities to discuss and apply God's Word to real world challenges.
Curiosity - Life Group provides opportunities to ask questions in a trusted environment that you might not ask elsewhere.
Accountability - Life Group can provide a more intimate atmosphere of trust to share and develop personal spiritual growth.
Evangelism - Life Group can be a stepping stone to church worship, it can be easier to invite friends to a small group who are unready to come to church.
Hospitality - Hosting non-family members can be intimidating, but a small group provides opportunity to witness and practice hospitality.
Commitment - Life Group provides an opportunity to form a commitment and tighter bond with the church.
Prayer - New Testament believers prayed together "with one accord". Life Group provides the opportunity to join with other believers in a more intimate setting to pray together.
Socializing - Life Group can help develop a greater sense of Christian community in a disconnected age.
WHAT ARE OUR VALUES AND GOALS?
Relationships
Exist to deepen relationships with God and with one another.
Authenticity
Encourages openness & transparency where people can feel free to be themselves.
Confidentiality
Trust that issues discussed within the group will not be shared outside the group.
Respect
Nothing said that will embarrass members of the group. No one dominates the conversation.
Availability
Prioritize relationships, requires willingness to be available to meet one another's needs.
Multiplication
Goal is to start new groups. This allows others to experience the Life Group relationship.
Service
Our group will regularly find ways to serve our Trinity family and our community.
HOW DO I JOIN A LIFE GROUP?
Simply contact the Life Group Coordinator listed below. He will be glad to meet with you to discuss available Life Groups and help you find one that will suit your needs.
Rocky Matlock
309-369-8487