Small groups launch the week of August 28
WHEN DO SMALL GROUPS MEET?
Small groups are meeting throughout the greater Richmond area between Sunday-Thursday evenings for two hours each week for the coming year, breaking for summer.
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF SMALL GROUPS?
Small groups are the heartbeat of a healthy church. They are groups of 6-12 people that meet together weekly to break bread together over dinner, for fellowship and connection through the sharing of their lives, for deeper reflection on the Scripture preached the previous Sunday, and for communal prayer for each person’s individual needs, for the city, our church body, and the global Church. This time together becomes an anchor in our week. When we have the encouragement and support of a committed group of faithful Christ followers, we are grounded to face the other people and areas of our life with grace, prayerfulness, hope, faith, and love.
WHY SHOULD I PRIORITIZE PARTICIPATING IN A SMALL GROUP?
I really challenge you to prioritize Sunday worship and this small group gathering above all other commitments. These two appointed times will order your lives and provide strength and guidance for the journey. There are many other activities competing for our attention. However, by choosing to commit to a small group, you will grow deeply connected to a small group of people, see your faith and prayer life grow, be challenged by rich conversations and good theological discussions, and actively see God at work, changing hearts, answering prayers, and teaching patience and perseverance in those hard waiting periods. These people will be with you on your faith journey. You, in turn, get to extend the love of Christ to those in your small group, listening well, reflecting with them and praying for them. It is a great privilege to journey with a group of people toward greater intimacy in Christ. If you are new to Redeemer, this is a perfect opportunity to jump in and get well connected! You may very well develop a wonderful new group of friends!
OK, HOW DO I FIND A GROUP?
Click here to find a group that meets close to you and works with your schedule. Choose the one that works best for you. Please reach out to me with any questions or concerns. I am happy to chat anytime!
Stephanie Workman
Director of Community Formation
