Community Groups
Grace Church Community groups exist to glorify God by providing community in accordance with scripture and with the goals of discipleship, care, and evangelistic mission.
Biblical Rationale:
At Grace there are two primary components to how we live out our corporate identity in Christ – our Sunday morning gathering, and Community Groups scattered throughout the week. Both are equally important and vital for Christian growth and formation.
“And day by day, attending the temple (large group) together and breaking bread in their homes (small group)….” (Acts 2:46)
“Day after day, in the temple courts and from house to house, they never stopped teaching and proclaiming the good news that Jesus is the Messiah.” (Acts 5:42)
What we find in these two passages is a picture of two types of church community: the church gathered in a large group (temple) and the church gathered in small groups (homes). At Grace we are committed to maintaining these two forms of Church gatherings. In other words, we believe that these two types of meetings are non-negotiable necessities.
While we never want to minimize the importance of our corporate gathering on Sunday, we do recognize the significance smaller gatherings have played in the discipleship of Christians throughout the past and as directed by Scripture. Much of the instruction given to churches in scripture can only be accomplished in the context of smaller groups. We believe it is important to be a part of a smaller community during the week. We call our small groups which meet throughout Jackson County, Community Groups.
Common Questions:
Why Should I Join a Group?
Joining a Community Group is the primary entry point into the life of Grace Church. We gather together on Sunday mornings to worship corporately, but we also understand the importance of gathering with other believers throughout the week. Joining a Community Group is the best way to live the Christian life with other believers.
What Should I Expect?
Community Groups have a designated time they meet together. During this time, we eat, pray, fellowship and study the Scriptures together. Because our desire is to live life together with those in our Community Group, there are other opportunities within groups to gather, pray, encourage one another, and have fun together.
Most Community Groups have 10-15 members. You do not have to be a member of Grace Church to be a part of a Community Group.
How Do I Join a Group?
We have many groups meeting throughout Jackson County. We encourage people to get connected with a Community Group that is close to you.
Please fill out and submit the form below to help us find a group near you or you may download our Grace Church app. to find and join a group on the app.