Groups
Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.
— Proverbs 27:17 (ESV)
People are like Legos. We were made to be connected. The people we get close to, spend time with, and allow into our lives, will shape the person we become. That’s why groups are a focal point of what we do. There are few things in this life more impactful and significant in our relationship with Jesus than the people we share our lives with. Groups are the best way to surround yourself with other Christ-followers as you learn to be a disciple and grow in your relationship with Jesus.
About Groups
Each week groups meet in homes, on campus, and all throughout our community to study the Word, pray, and build deeper relationships with God and with each other. We offer men’s, women’s, young adults, and mixed groups to encourage people of all walks of life to connect and grow together. While most of our groups are centered in the Carolina Forest area, we are always seeking to expand into the communities around us so we can provide deeper relationships right where you live.
What is expected of me when I join a group?
Each of our groups is unique. Different leaders and different people create very different cultures. One thing that is the same: you get out of it what you put in.
We ask anyone joining a group to:
Be consistent
Growing in community requires a certain amount of consistency, so we ask you to be as consistent as possible. Community only works when we make it a priority.
Be respectful
The church is a family, a messy, dysfunctional family. We are all imperfect people. One of the things that help us overcome our imperfections, is to agree to treat each other with respect even if we don’t fully agree. We ask that you be respectful of each other at all times.
Care
Groups are our primary means of care, we rely on our group members to help care for one another. That may mean calling someone you haven’t seen in a few weeks, visiting them, or making a meal to help them through a hard time.
Be real
Putting on the “everything’s ok” mask is one thing in a large group setting. The point of groups is to develop real, intimate relationships. We can only do that if we take the masks off and let people see us for who we really are.
Be trustworthy
That means, things that are shared privately must remain private (unless there is a serious and eminent reason to share them). Think of what it would take for you to open up and be vulnerable with another person, to let down your defenses and be yourself. What would that person need to be like? That’s what you should try to be for them.
Young Adult Groups
If you are in college, freshly out of college or somewhere in your early thirties, we’d love to connect you with a community your age. It’s our desire to see young adults engage in community and help each other grow in their relationships with Jesus.
Common Grounds
Common Grounds is a place for young adults to gather together with others in the same stage of life, connect, grow, and support each other as they navigate one of life's toughest transitions. Young adults, come join us on Thursdays from 6:30-7:45 PM in the main building, Room 101
Young Adult Groups
We currently have two Young Adult groups, one meeting on Tuesday evenings and one on Wednesday evenings. We believe small groups hold many benefits. While most of our groups are centered in the Carolina Forest area, we are always seeking to expand into the communities around us so we can provide deeper relationships right where you live.
How do I join a group?
There are two easy ways to get connected to a group. You can click “Join a Group” below to fill out a form with your information and group interests. You can also email Pastor Tyler at: Tedwards@carolinaforest.org, and he will personally help you get connected.
