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Connection Groups are small groups of people that meet together around a common interest or need. They provide a way for building relationships with others and reflecting a leader’s God-given passion to attract like-minded people to themselves and ultimately to God. Their purpose is to help people move closer to God and deepen their faith and trust in Him, which is the heart of Family Life Center. Connection Groups provide the practical context for fulfilling our purpose as a church, which is to help people discover God and rise to their full potential in Christ. Jesus said, “For where two or three come together in my name, there I am with them.” (Matthew 18:20). This is where real community can take place, including laughing and having fun together, sharing each others’ concerns, praying for one another, etc. Groups typically meet based on a semester schedule: At the end of each semester, you may choose to continue in a group or move to another group based on your current desire or need.
Connection
Groups are the primary vehicle for accomplishing all that God desires
to do in us and through us – to love one another, to learn about God,
to worship Him, to serve others, and to share Christ’s love with the
world. Best of all, Connection Groups help us grow closer to one
another as we do all these things together.
Three Types of Connection Groups:
Common Interest Groups: These are groups where people get together who share a common interest
Life Stages Groups: These are groups for people who are at a similar stage in life
Training Groups: These are groups that have a special equipping focus
Our
hope for you as a part of our church family is that you will find
fulfillment in deepening your relationship with God and with new
friends. We encourage you to start this journey by joining a Connection
Group and staying committed to it for a trial period. You can look in
our “Connection Group Directory” to find a group that interests you.
These would include, but are not limited to the following: They have 3 or more people attending regularly. Semester concept: January to mid May; September to December; and June to August. Leadership: Provided by a Member of FLC, who has attended a Connection Group Orientation Each group meeting includes at least 1 of the following: Prayer, Bible Study, Worship, Testimonies Groups can meet any time other than scheduled corporate gatherings, and at various locations depending on the group
Freedom and informality: Subject matter and group format is typically not dictated by the church
Because you can’t do it on your own... You need encouragement when you’re down... You need comfort when you’re hurting... You need challenge when you’re lagging... You need activity when you’re bored... You need teamwork when you’re isolated... You need friendship when you’re lonely... You need laughter when you’re stressed... You need acceptance when you’re ashamed... You need honesty when you’re faking it... You need wisdom when you’re unsure... |
