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| Written by Mark Jones |
| Tuesday, 09 March 2010 07:31 |
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People can easily attend church, be part of a large crowd but never really get involved, make friends, develop their spiritual gifts and be accountable in a practical way. In response to this CityChurch run what we call Home Groups. Home Groups are small groups of people who meet together regularly in an informal environment - usually in homes, but potentially anywhere! Home Groups generally meet 3 times each month.
The Purpose of Home Groups 1. A Home Group is a Care Group It is a place where Christians can gather together to care for one another through encouragement and practical expressions of love and kindness. 2. A Home Group is a Disciple Making Group It is a place where Christians can grow together to become fervent followers of Jesus Christ through the process of discipleship, teaching and mentoring. 3. A Home Group is a Ministry Group It is a place where Christians can develop and use their God-given gifts and abilities to help others. 4. A Home Group is an Outreach Group It is a place where Christians can invite their friends, neighbours and relatives to social activities in order for them to experience the life that is in Jesus Christ. Home Group Leaders are also available to pray, visit, and support their members in any way needed. As we get bigger, we have to get smaller at the same time so we would therefore encourage everybody to not only attend our Sunday Celebration Meetings, but also be connected to a Home Group. |