“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.”
ACTS 2:42
Life Groups are spaces where we share life, encounter God, grow in
faith, and serve others. As a leader, you play a vital role in fostering this community.
Life Groups are communities where we experience
PRAYER​
Encountering God
together.
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TEACHING​​​
Applying scripture
to our lives.
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GENEROSITY​​
Loving one another
and meeting each
other’s needs.
FELLOWSHIP
Building authentic
relationships.
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RUNNING THE EVENING
1. Welcome and Catch-Up:
​Begin with informal conversation to build connections. Encourage members to share highlights or challenges from their week.
2. Sharing and Reflection
Invite everyone to share how they’re doing, using guiding questions like:
— Is there a need we can address as a group?
— What’s something we can celebrate?
— Is there a specific prayer request?
3. Reflect on the Previous Week
Use the Feeling-Learning-Question (FLQ) approach:
— Feeling: How did last week's discussion make you feel? Did it challenge your thinking?
— Learning: What was the key takeaway? Has anyone made changes because of it?
— Question: Are there any lingering questions?
4. Prayer and Teaching
— Pray together, inviting the Holy Spirit to guide the session.
— Watch the teaching video, pausing to discuss key points and reflect.
5. Discussion and Application
Use the follow-up questions provided in your leader notes to dive deeper into the topic.
6. Close in Prayer
Conclude by praying for any needs shared earlier in the meeting
LEADER EXPECTATIONS
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Be present and engaged.
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Encourage participation and leadership development.
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Pray regularly for your group.
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Communicate any issues or testimonies to the church leadership.
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Invite: Reach out to friends, newcomers, and those who sign up online
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Connect: Use a WhatsApp group for updates and support.
SAFEGUARDING & CARE
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As a leader, it’s crucial to be aware of safeguarding responsibilities.
If you have any concerns:
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Contact our Safeguarding Team: Email safeguarding@gatewaychurchashford.co.uk.
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Don't promise confidentiality if someone discloses a concern.
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Refer to the full Safeguarding Policy for detailed procedures.