Life Groups
What is a Life Group?
How can I join?
What if I’m not interested?
Many questions…
Here, we aim to answer some of them and clarify what Life Groups are and how being in one might benefit you and others!
What are they?
A Life Group is just a group of people with something in common. In a church community, this often includes their faith in Jesus, but it’s also fine for a group to gather to explore what it means to be a Christian, like those in an Alpha Course.
They might share a common interest in music, like those who lead songs during worship. Or it could be a group of women who regularly attend a church fellowship, or men who walk together.
As they meet to talk about what they share, they do so in a safe space where members care for one another. They can openly discuss how their relationship with Jesus impacts their daily lives. This helps Life Group members support one another in their faith and through life’s everyday challenges, both practically and in prayer.
Do I have to belong?
Joining a Life Group isn’t required, but it’s known that people form strong friendships in small groups of 10-20. This size helps you get to know each other well without feeling overwhelmed. Being part of a Life Group lets you connect more with others.
Sometimes, it’s tough to talk about your worries in a busy church where one person is rushing home for lunch and another is distracted by kids running around.
If you prefer to just attend church on Sundays for worship, that’s perfectly okay.
Can I still go to church on Sunday?
Sunday worship is a time for the church to come together, praise God, and learn from the Bible. We encourage all church members to gather regularly for worship.
Life Groups serve as your Christian “home,” where you can meet, share, pray, worship, and discuss ways to share your faith with friends and neighbors who are not Christians.
Church worship, whether it’s on Sunday or another day, is an added benefit, not the starting point of your Christian journey.
Want to know more?
To find out more or to join a Life Group please contact Rev Alan Saunders:
- email: [email protected]
- phone: 01204 848624