Hi Parramatta Salvos,
It has been said that healthy churches grow larger and smaller at the same time. We grow larger (numerically) in corporate worship, but also smaller as members connect through small groups. We know that God has created us to do life together - to share with one another and grow deeper in our relationships with God and with each other.
We are excited to begin this new series with you this Sunday, unpacking the three key elements of Life Groups - to connect, grow and serve together. We hope that this series will remind us that Life Groups create a space for connection where people intentionally share their lives with one another, help us grow as disciples of Jesus and know one another better, and finally encourage us to care and serve together.
It's our prayer that you would start to consider being part of a Life Group (if you aren't already) - these groups will launch after Easter in Term 2, 2022. Opportunity will be given in the coming weeks to express interest in joining a group.
We are also looking for Life Group 'Hosts'. Hosting is simply coordinating the group - calling the fortnightly gatherings and making sure the group has resources. Hosts do not have to 'lead' the bible study/discussion - in fact, we'd encourage you to share this responsibility in your group. But we do need people to Host groups and be the key contact. If you feel this is something God may be prompting you to do, would you please get in touch with Annette Duncan by the end of March?
We are also excited to let you know that Annette will be coordinating Life Groups as we attempt to get everyone at Parramatta Salvos connected to a group.
We can't wait to see where this Life Group journey will take us!
Kylie & Sarah
(Corps Officer Team)
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