Groups

Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.

Acts 2:46-47

GROW Groups

What is a GROW group?

We believe God has provided significant means that help us to be receptive to the transforming power of the Holy Spirit. We have put these into the acronym G.R.O.W. to help remind us of what they are and what the hoped outcome will be. We believe the Holy Spirit works through G.R.O.W. (God’s Word, Relationships, Obedient Living, and Worship) to transform us into the fullness of all God desires us to be—both individually and as a church.

No matter whether you have been growing for a few days, a few years, or a lifetime, continued growth requires taking time to foster your relationship with God. This growth doesn’t happen in isolation—we need each other. Transformational growth is facilitated when we actively and intentionally embark on the journey of growth together.

G = God’s Word, shaping our actions and our lives.

G.R.O.W. people are BIBLICAL people—people of the Word who value Scripture as the only perfect rule for our lives. We desire to know, understand, and live out the truths of the Bible. Scriptures: Psalm 119:105; Psalm 1:1-2; 2 Timothy 3:16, Joshua 1:8; Hebrews 4:12

R = Relationships, nurturing our growth.

G.R.O.W. people are CONNECTIONAL people. Our Christ-like-ness is demonstrated most openly in the way we relate to others: within our families, the wider community, and the world. Healthy and effective spiritual growth takes place in the context of relationships, within peer groups, across generations, and among people of varying backgrounds. Scriptures: Psalm 119:63; Deuteronomy 6:4-8; Luke 10:25-37; I John 4:7-12; Proverbs 27:17

O = Obedient living, using our gifts in witness and service

G.R.O.W. people are a MISSIONAL people, believing that discipleship to Jesus implies radical obedience to all of his teachings. Such obedience, together with the Spirit’s work in us, equips us to do kingdom work, giving witness to the good news and serving others in Jesus’ name. Scriptures: Micah 6:8; Ephesians 2:10; Ephesians 4:11-13; Matthew 22:36-39; Matthew 28:19-20

W = Worship, interacting with and experiencing God

G.R.O.W. people are a DEVOTIONAL people. Knowing that God desires an intimate relationship with us, we are committed to a lifestyle of worship characterized by both individual and corporate expressions of devotion. Our worship practices empower us to live an obedient, abundant, and joy-filled life in Christ. Scriptures: 1 Chronicles 16:29; Psalm 100:1-2; Romans 12:1; John 15:4-5; Mark 1:35

A GROW Group is made up of three to four people who commit to meeting at least twice a month for intentional relationship and discipleship building. GROW Groups make a commitment for one year.

Why should I join a GROW Group? In our hectic modern-day world, GROW Groups can offer a pause that “refreshes” through Scripture and intentional movement in being a disciple of Jesus in fellowship with other disciples. GROW Groups offer time and space to grow in grace, loving and sharing discipleship in Christ.

How do I join a GROW Group? You can either put your own group together (a facilitator needs to have training on the material used) or join groups that are forming now. Sign up below as a group or individual to join a group. New groups are always forming.

Currently, the following Grow Groups and study opportunities are being offered at Hope Lutheran

Group/Study	Description
Men's Study - Porter's Café	Meeting on the 1st Friday of every month at 8:00 am at the Porter Café. Come and join men who gather for breakfast, fellowship, and the study of God's Word. All ages welcome.
Women's Study - Women of the Bible	In the church library at Hope. We will be studying Women of The Old Testament followed by Women of The New Testament. Meets weekly on Wednesdays. All ages welcome.
Hope Lutheran Church Women Small Group (HLCW) - Women's Ministry	Hope’s Women’s Ministry is a great way to get connected to God and one another! There are classes and events for all ages and life stages to experience and grow in Christ’s love every day. We’d love to get to know you and help you find a place to connect with other women through small groups, classes, events, service projects, and other connection points.

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