community groups

 Join a community group today!  Don’t wait or let fear stop you from getting to know a great group of people who will welcome you for who you are!

 Gary Chupik Community Group (CALL CHURCH TO CONFIRM MEETING TIME AND LOCATION)

When: Wednesday Nights at 7pm

Who: Anyone

Where: 12320 NE 205th St., Bothell, WA  98011 (use mapquest, not google)

What: Rob Bell Nooma DVD Series

 

Molly Chupik Community Group (CALL CHURCH TO CONFIRM MEETING TIME AND LOCATION)

When: Wednesdays from 2:30pm-3:30pm

Who: Women

Where: Please call Molly at (206) 455 5080

What: The Gospel of John

 

7 GREAT REASONS TO JOIN A COMMUNITY GROUP AT EMMAUS:

1. You will understand the Bible better in a community group.

If you’ve ever listened to a Bible teacher or preacher and wanted to stop that person and say, “But what about…?” or “I don’t understand,” then a community group is for you! Preaching and teaching is one way communication. You listen while the speaker speaks. It’s fine for learning but not as effective for personal application as a community group. In a group setting, you can ask questions, participate in a discussion, and hear others share insights and illustrations of the truth you are trying to grasp.

2. You will begin to feel like part of God’s family.

Most people who have been a part of a group say the greatest benefit is the close relationships and friendships that develop. They will frequently telephone each other during the week to share an urgent prayer request or exciting news. You’ll discover that your needs and problems are not unique ~ we’re all in the same boat. It helps to know that others are facing the same difficulties, or have lived through them and learned spiritual principles in the process.

 God never meant for you to go it alone in the Christian life.  Join a group!

3. Prayer will become more meaningful to you.

No one is pressured to pray, but as you become comfortable, you’ll be able to pray sentence prayers and join in. There are many promises in the Bible related to group prayer.

4. You will be able to handle stress and pressure better.

Community groups provide excellent support in times of crisis, change, and stress. You’ll have a sense of stability and security knowing there are people who really care for you and are committed to standing with you.

When someone loses a job, or a family member has an extended illness, or a mother needs a babysitter – these are practical needs that will be naturally taken care of through your group.

5. You will have a natural way to share Christ with friends, relatives, and work associates.

It may be that some of your friends who don’t go to church wouldn’t be caught dead in one. They have a preconceived idea and just the thought makes them defensive. But those same people may be open to an invitation to a casual Bible discussion in a home or office setting. In a group, your friends can ask questions and express honest doubts without feeling “put on the spot”.   We all have doubts.  When your friend sees the love and warmth and honesty of your group, it will allow them to be free to just be themselves.

6. You will develop leadership skills you never knew you had!

The Bible teaches that every Christ follower is given certain talents or “gifts” to benefit others. Unfortunately most Christians spectators all their lives because large group meetings are primarily “sit and listen” situations. As you share and participate in a relaxed group setting, you’ll discover your confidence and self-esteem rising. This will help you at work, at church, and in every other relationship.

7. You will deepen your understanding of worship.

Many Christians mistakenly believe that worship can only happen on Sunday morning in a large group with a sermon and a few songs.  But worship happens anytime we focus on God.

 

“They devoted themselves to the apostles teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread, and to prayer. All the believers were together and had everything in common. Every day they continued to meet together… they broke bread in their homes and ate together… and the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.” Acts 2:42, 44, 46-47

“Day after day, in the temple courts and from house to house they never stopped teaching and proclaiming the Good News that Jesus is the Christ.” Acts 5:42