Connect And Grow, Together.

What Are Groups?

Groups have one, simple purpose: to bring people together. We believe God created us to live in relationship with others and only then can we live the full life He intends for us. Sharing life through community is part of our design, but meaningful relationships aren’t always easy to find. That’s why Groups exist—to make these life-changing relationships relevant and accessible to you.

JOIN A GROUP

Spring Semester January 29 – April 29

Joining a Group is Easy

VISIT THE DIRECTORY

The Spring Semester runs from January 29th through April 29th, most Groups will be available mid-semester. Check the directory for details.

SELECT A GROUP

Fill out an interest form for any Group that you want to join for the 13 week semester.

CONNECT WITH A GROUP LEADER

The Group Leader will contact you with next steps on how you can check it out in person.

JOIN A GROUP

Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT DOES A GROUP DO?

You’ve probably seen Groups meeting and not even realized it. A Group looks like friends at lunch, teams playing basketball, or people studying a book or topic of interest. At its core, a small group is a small gathering of people, and it is less about what you do and more about who you do it with. By participating in Groups, you can expect to connect with others through a common activity, engage in life-giving conversation and request prayer.

HOW OFTEN DOES A GROUP MEET?

Our Groups meet for three semesters a year—winter/spring, summer and fall. During the semester, most groups meet once a week. Small Groups are meant to bring meaning and community into the flow of your life, so even if you can’t attend every meeting, there is still great value in joining a group. Most Groups meet for a semester. This way, new people can join groups easily and regularly. Also, the semester format allows you to try multiple groups each year. As relationships form, some groups choose to stay together for consecutive semesters, but new members are always welcome.

WHERE DO GROUPS MEET?

Groups happen throughout the Northwest Ohio area and expanding to other communities through our church online experience.

WHAT IF I DON’T LIKE THE FIRST GROUP I TRY?

The truth is, not everyone will find the best fit with the first group they try. This is why we encourage you to select a few groups that interest you, contact the leaders and try out a couple different groups before choosing the best one for you. The simple strategy to finding success in Groups is to not give up. We believe there is a group that is right for everyone—including you!

IS THERE CHILDCARE AVAILABLE?

Childcare varies from group to group. When you search our directory for a group, the group profile will indicate if childcare is available.

Leading a Group

Leading a Group isn’t about being perfect; it’s about serving others by giving them a place to connect. Hosting a Group is simple—choose a topic that interests you and select a time and location to meet with others to share it. We give you essential tools to make your small group successful through Leadership Training and a directory where you can register your Group so others can find it easily. We believe people’s lives are changed one semester at a time by moving one step toward Christ, and as a Group leader you get to play an important role in that process.

ATTEND A TRAINING

Select a training date at your Campus from the 3 weekends listed.

CHOOSE A TYPE OF GROUP

As a Group Leader, we want to empower you to use your gifts and interests to determine where your Group meets and what your Group meets about. Whether you are gathering to play soccer, enjoy coffee, or study the Bible, our Groups are as varied as you are.

START YOUR GROUP

Our Summer Semester launches the week of June 11th. If you’re looking to start a Group next semester, you can register your Group now.

Leadership Training Weekends

Every 4th weekend of the month at the times listed below

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