Small Groups

Small Groups

Do you feel like your reaching for God all alone?

Join a HPC Small Group today!!!

Below is a list of the current HPC Small Groups you can connect with others in.

High Point Hiking:

A group that connects with God through nature! Come enjoy the great out-doors and refresh your soul and spirit. We meet the first and third Saturday morning each month at 8am. For more details contact Pastor Greg Sam-son at 928.255.9875

Scrapbooking:

A women's group that just has fun! Beginner or experienced scrap-booker's are welcome. Contact Lori Samson at 928.890.8083

Why Small Groups

Small groups at High Point Church exist to help people grow to full maturity in their relationship with God and with others. When asked what was most important, Jesus basically said, "Love God and love people." (Matthew 22:37-39) So that's what we are going for in our small groups.

A Place to Connect

We expect High Point Church to grow numerically and it can be very hard to get plugged into church life if you only attend a weekend service. We were created to connect relationally and when we don't have that, life just doesn't feel quite right. In a small group you can connect relationally and make some good friends.

A Place to Belong

Over time, the people in your small group become a close family. You are no longer doing life by your-self; you're doing life together. In a small group, you can lean on each other for encouragement, support and friendship in the real world.

A Place to Grow

Basically God wants to do two important things in our lives. First, he wants to have a relationship with us. The second thing He wants to do is help us grow up spiritually. Well guess what, life-change and growth happens best in small groups as we encourage, support and challenge each other.

Questions

Where and when do small groups meet?

Most groups meet weekly in homes, but a few meet at a coffee shop or on a nearby trailhead. There are some groups which meet in the morning or afternoon but the majority of our groups meet in the evening.

How many people are in a small group?

Small Groups vary in size from four to fourteen people.

Who leads the group?

Small groups at High Point are led by volunteer leaders who have been trained to facilitate discussion and help members grow spiritually. We don't expect our leaders to be Bible experts, but they are very effective in helping people apply Biblical truths.

Are all small groups the same?

Absolutely not. They come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. What is consistent with our groups though, is a commitment to sharing, studying the Bible, supporting one another, and serving others.

Do you have to be a Christian to attend a small group?

Not at all. Small groups are a place where Christians and non-Christians alike can explore Jesus and His teachings together.

Do I need to bring anything to small group?

We recommend you bring a Bible and contact the small group leader to see if there is anything else you might need to bring.

Small Group Leadership Training

Part of our vision at High Point is to develop extensive opportunities to connect in meaningful commu-nity through small groups. We are looking for individuals and couples willing to facilitate a small group experience for others or that want to participate on a team that hosts a small group.

We have a brief training program that will enable you to start your own group with confidence. When you are ready, we'll send you out to start a new group.

Some of the Topics to be covered:

Fundamentals of Group Structure and Leadership
What is a Small Group + Vision for Your Small Group
Worship & Bible Teaching in a Small Group Setting
Ministry Descriptions + Reproducing Leaders
Fundamentals of Group Dynamics
Activities in Small Group settings
Handling Difficult People + Self Care for Small Group Leaders
Working With Crisis Situations in Small Groups
Wrap-up + Sending

If you would like to start a Small Group please contact Pastor Greg at 928.255.9875 or email him at gsamson@hpcflag.org