Community Groups
What are Community Groups?
Our heart is for each person who attends TCC to be developing intentional relationships, walking with Jesus in the company of others. Community Groups are a great way to begin that journey! This concept of groups that are formed through Sunday signups, intentionally meet at regular intervals, develop relationships, and "refresh" every semester is designed to allow each person the opportunity to connect with a wide variety of individuals. Lord willing, we will see new groups form and people find others they can walk through life with in a more intentional way (develop a triad, perhaps). We also desire to empower individuals to develop leadership skills and lead well. This group format allows people to step into leadership roles, facilitate discussion, and drive others toward an intimate relationship with Jesus.
The sermon-based Community Guides provide a tangible way for these leaders and groups to connect more deeply with the Sunday sermons and seek opportunities to live that out within their local, physical community. To find these community guides, click here.
What is the vision of a Community Group?
The vision of the TCC Community Groups ministry is to see all people who call Terwillegar Community Church "home" feel welcomed and loved, become known, and know others.
What is the mission of a Community Group?
The mission of a TCC Community Group is to provide an environment where (1) intentional community is fostered outside of the Sunday Worship Service and (2) the mission of TCC (to know, walk with, and share Jesus) is lived out in the company of others.
Practical Considerations of a Community Group
Making connections, building relationships, and feeling known are incredibly important to the life of an individual within the body of Christ.
"Signup Sunday" will run for two Sundays prior to group launch, allowing individuals to sign themselves up for whichever group they choose.Each signup sheet will list general location, leaders, day and time of gathering, and whether or not children are welcome.
Groups will launch the last week of September and January.
Community Guides built by the pastoral staff will be supplied to group leaders each week.
Confidentiality. Vulnerability.
Mutual care. Meals, child-care, prayer, etc.
Policies and Procedures
Each leader will commit to leading their group for a semester at a time (September - Christmas, January - May)
Each group will "refresh" at the end of each semester. Signup Sundays will take place again at the start of the next semester.This recognizes that some may be hesitant to lead, host, or join new groups due to the unknown length of commitment.
Groups are encouraged to meet weekly, but can meet bi-weekly, 3-on-1-off, or other iterations as works best for the group.
Groups follow the Community Guides supplied each week (these follow the sermon series and vision/direction of TCC)
If you are interested in being connected with a Community Group, please stop by the Connect Centre to speak with Pastor Steve or email him at steve@tcchurch.ca.
