Rev. Andrew Thompson
Associate Pastor
281-488-5111, x133

Cari Robinette
Administrative Assistant
Christian Formation
281-488-5111, x135

“Opening Ourselves to Grace: The Basics of Christian Discipleship”
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Purpose:
Life Together Groups

Description:
A Life Together Group is a small, Christ-centered group of people who commit to live as the church by praying, studying, serving, sharing the Gospel, caring and connecting together.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Life Together Groups

What are Life Together Groups?
Life Together Groups are about living the whole Christian life together. Being a member of a church means more than worshiping on Sunday mornings – it means partnering in ministry with other people to live the Christian life. A Life Together Group is a group of about 12 people who partner with one another to be the church: to pray, to study, to serve, to share the gospel, to care for one another, and to connect... together.

Where, When and How often does a Life Together Group meet?
Each group meets weekly for about an hour and a half. Each group determines its own location and times.

Who determines what a Life Together Group will study?
Each group leader along with his/her group determines curriculum. The Adult Christian Education team helps to resource each group with ideas about possible studies.

What’s the difference between a Life Together Group and some other Bible Study at the church?
The main difference between Life Together and other groups is that Life Together is “covenantal.” That means that each group writes a covenant (or a promise) that outlines how the group plans to live a holistic Christian life: What will the group study? In what ways will they serve their local community? How will they pray for one another? These are all questions that are addressed by the group’s covenant. [Link to Sample Covenant]
So, although Bible study is certainly involved in Life Together, it is just one aspect of a Life Together Group. Life Together Groups are intentional about living out all aspects of Christian ministry. Sometimes, the focus of a Life Together Group’s meeting will be to study the Bible; sometimes it might be to serve the poor; sometimes it might be to visit with a group member who is in the hospital; sometimes it might be to pray for one another. These are just a few examples.

My house is too messy/too small… Do I really have to host a group at my home?
The short answer is “no.” Though most groups choose to rotate their get-togethers among group members’ homes, this is absolutely not a requirement. Groups might choose to meet in restaurants or rooms can be reserved on CLUMC campus.

How long is the commitment to Life Together?
As friendships develop and deepen, groups often stay together for years. However, by joining a Life Together Group, you are not committing to a “The-Rest-of-Your-Life Together” group. Schedules change, people move, and new friends are invited. By joining a group, you are really making about a 4-month commitment at a time. Three times a year, we host “Life Together Get-Together” events, which allow a group member to interact with other groups and even join another group if it seems to be a better fit.

How do I join a Life Together Group?
Fill out the form online. We’ll help you to find a group that fits. Also, a few times a year we have a “Life Together Get-Together” event as an opportunity to meet group leaders, hear stories, get connected with other participants, and change up groups.

Contact(s):
Cari Robinette, 281-488-5111, x135
Rev. Andrew Thompson, 281-488-5111, x133

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