Too often people think church means attending a weekly program. But Jesus said church was more – much more.
Jesus said church meant relationships. It meant being part of a group of people who care about each other. Who weep when each other weeps and rejoice when each other rejoices. Who sincerely listen to each other and earnestly pray for each other. Who strengthen each other with encouragement and meaningful Scriptures. And who join together to reach out to a hurting world.
Church is not just a meeting you attend, it’s a group of people you know and love.
So how can we experience this level of relationship and community?
One way is through Home Groups.
What are Home Groups
Home Groups are groups of 6 to 15 people who meet together regularly to help each other pursue joy in Jesus. We share our joys and struggles. We study the Bible together. We sing and worship. We pray for each other.
We meet in homes or in restaurants. Our meetings last maybe an hour and a half. People participate at whatever level they want. If you just want to sit and observe – that’s just fine!
But the goal of all of this is to help each other grow strong in our relationships with Jesus – and in our relationships with each other.
Each group welcomes visitors who just want to visit – there’s no obligation!