Here
at MRBC we don’t only just meet as a large congregation, but we
also have small groups meeting in homes, at
Church to learn from God's word together, pray for one another,
be discipled and care for one another. If you are not
already part of a
small group we would encourage you to join a group and would love to
hear from you.
Most
groups have about 8-10 members and meet most weeks for about 2
hours. An important part of the
small group is refreshments, catching up on the weeks news and the art
of good fellowship. Some evenings or on a special occasion it may
simply be a meal in someone's house, a barbecue in the garden or meal
at the local pub or even invite neighbours and friends.
What
is a small group and why are they so important?
Jesus
had his own small group - the 12 disciples. He cared for them
and treated them as family. In a society where there are so
many broken
homes and where people do not feel a sense of community -
small groups
offer an excellent place for people to get together to eat, drink,
share, encourage, learn, and have fun.
A
small group, cell group or home group, it doesn't matter what you
call it, is the most fundamental unit within the church community. It
provides a secure, intimate place where you can explore your
gifts and
walk of faith. In these small groups people are free
to voice their
personal needs and find the help and support that they
need. Another
key element of belonging to a group is to simply spend time with each
other, having fun and especially eating together - this all builds
relationships and a sense of belonging.
