What is a LIFEgroup?A group of people journeying, serving, and learning to become more like Jesus together in community. LIFEgroups are our way of living out church in smaller groups. We study Scripture, support and encourage each other through tough times, and join together to serve others.Why have LIFEgroups?In a large church community like ours, it is fairly east to get lost in the crowd and never really feel at home. Yet most people long for the joy of being connected in an authentic community. That is why we at Calvary Church desire for each person and family to find a place to connect with God and others... a place where the beauty of friendship is discover and where spiritual growth occurs in a safe environment of trust and authenticity. We will do whatever we can to make that vision a reality.What happens in a LIFEgroup Meeting?Every group has its own personality but some common elements happen in most formal group meetings. Groups typically have some kind of study. Many people find that praying in groups is their favorite  part of group life. A typical group meeting lasts 1.5 hours. Groups are encouraged to also make room for informal meetings where fun, common interests, and sharing of life can be established.How are LIFEgroups different from a small group bible study?A LIFEgroup is more than sust studying the Bible. When you commit to a group, you commit to opening up your lives to one another. The real difference between a LIFEGroup and a bible study happens outside of the formal group time. Our goal is that all those in LIFEgroups will enjoy spiritual friendship with one another.Where and when do LIFEGroups meet?Typically, groups meet in each others homes. Often groups rotate offering hospitality to one another. ALthough each group decides its meeting schedule, many groups find that Sunday evenings work well.What is the size of a LIFEgroup?We encourage no less than 3 and no more than 12 people in a group. Those numbers reflect optimal small group relational dynamics.What’s the duration of a LIFEgroup.Our model is for people to build long term relationship with others AND share community with new people as God leads. Although we don’t want to rush developing meaningful relationship, we do expect each group to be careful not to close itself off entirely off from others.I’m so Busy. I don’t think I have time 
for this.Yeah, we get that. However, in our estimation, being intentional with developing spiritual friendships with a few is of great importance. We invite you to work at adjusting your priorities toward accommodating that to happen. You will probably find that the time you take to participate in a group of this kind will nurture every part of your and life and make it more meaningful.How Do I get Connected to a LIFEgroup at Calvary?There are two ways in which you can get connected in LIFEgroups at Calvary.The FIRST WAY is to take personal initiative. Start by asking yourself the question, “Who are the people at Calvary I think I would like to spend more time with?” If you are able to answer that question, then get intentional and go to those people and simply ask if they are in a LIFEgroup and if you could join in. If they are not, then invite them to start a new one with you and then contact Daniel Maat and he will help you get that started in the right direction.You may ask, “Why is this the first way”? Well, because you know the kind of people you best connect with and personal contact is the most successful way to start a relationship. So take the initiative and see what happens.If this isn’t working for you, then...the SECOND WAY is get some organizational help from Calvary. Call or email Daniel Maat and he will come alongside you to start the relational ball rolling.