WHAT IS A LIFE GROUP?
Life Groups are small groups that meet in someone’s home for building authentic relationships and spiritual growth. We believe sustained life change happens best in the context of Life Groups. In Life Groups, people study God’s Word together and discuss the issues and challenges of life. It is also where they pray, care for one another, and are missed if they are absent for any reason. They are for adults of all ages, stages of life, and spiritual maturity.
WHY SHOULD SOMEONE BE A PART OF A LIFE GROUP?
We believe intentional relationships are a key to sustained spiritual growth. That’s why small groups are such an important part of our discipleship strategy. Life Groups allow believers to grow closer to one another and develop friendships with others at Antioch Church. Participating in Life Groups not only unites people together, but also fosters spiritual growth. We place a high premium on Life Groups because we cannot personally as a staff, minister to everyone who attends our church. It is a tool to minister effectively to our church family.
WHAT KINDS OF LIFE GROUPS ARE THERE?
Married Couples:
Life Groups comprised of married couples in the same stage of life (couples without children, with children, and empty nesters) and geographic location.
Men’s and Women’s :
Men and women can join same-gender, singles-only groups or various stages of life groups (married, single, divorced, widowed).
ARE THERE CO-ED GROUPS?
Our only co-ed groups are the married couples groups.
IS CHILDCARE PROVIDED FOR EACH GROUP MEETING?
Childcare is not provided, but a supplemental reimbursement is available (at a predetermined rate) for childcare on an as-needed basis for Life Group meetings. Reimbursement forms can be obtained at the Life Group gathering and must be mailed or faxed to Antioch Church within 30 days of the incurred expense. Those Life Groups with children have the option of children’s Life Group curriculum to help assist them.
WHEN AND WHERE DO GROUPS MEET?
Our groups meet at different times. Most married groups meet in the evenings, while men’s and women’s groups meet mornings and evenings. While most groups meet in a consistent location (the home of a group member), some groups prefer to take turns meeting in different members’ homes.
HOW OFTEN DO LIFE GROUPS MEET?
Groups meet the 1st, 3rd, and 5th week (when this applies) of each month..
HOW LONG DOES EACH GROUP MEETING LAST?
Each Life Group meets for an hour and a half to two hours.
WHAT GOES ON AT A GROUP MEETING?
Though each group differs in how they are structured, group time consists of building relationships, biblical discussion, and prayer.
WHAT DO GROUPS STUDY?
Each group picks their own curriculum. Groups that form at Group Link are given a free starter study provided by Antioch Church.
HOW LONG DOES A LIFE GROUP LAST?
The total duration of a typical Life Group is 12-18 months. Groups initially commit to meet for 8 sessions. After that, however, group members decide if they want to continue meeting together for the remaining months. The group will then multiply at the end of the period.
HOW DO I JOIN A LIFE GROUP?
There are two ways to join a Life Group. First, a personal invitation from a Life Group leader, who is starting a new group and/or is seeking to add to an existing group. Second, at a Group Link event.
WHAT IS A GROUP LINK?
Group Link is the primary way to get connected in a Life Group. Group Link is a relaxed event for group seekers and group leaders to connect for the purpose of adding new members to an existing Life Group; or to create a new Life Group. Group Link takes place periodically through out the year as new leaders become available.
