Home Church Gatherings
The Formation Environment of the House
Local
Gatherings
Each one relational by design.
Our gatherings take place in private homes. For this reason, we take time to connect personally before sharing the details.
We do not publicly post addresses, as we desire both our hosts and our guests to feel safe while welcoming guests within community.
Below are four simple steps to begin.
Steps to Connect
Follow these steps to begin
Step 1
Submit an Interest Form
Introduce yourself, your location, and the community you’re seeking. This helps us connect you with the right home church.
Step 2
Connect With a Leader
A local leader or pastor will reach out to introduce themselves, answer questions, and get to know you personally.
Step 3
Receive Gathering Details
Once we’ve connected, we’ll share the location, time, and what to expect during the gathering.
Step 4
Visit & Discern Together
After your visit, pray and consider whether this is a community God is inviting you into. You may join the online Academy while continuing to pray about next steps.
Home Church Gatherings Guest
Your first few visits are a time to experience and discern whether this is where you feel called to be. Most individuals visit 2–3 times before deciding.
If you are still considering it, you may join the Academy while continuing to pray about next steps.
Foundation
of the House
Home Churches are built through relationship.
Jesus is our foundation, and we depend on the leadership of the Holy Spirit in worship, prayer, and direction.
Jesus Centered
The Word of God shapes our teaching, worldview, and daily life.
Scripture Rooted
Children, parents, couples, singles, and elders grow together as one spiritual family.
Family Integrated
Online Discipleship
While home church gatherings are location based, our Academy is open to anyone.
Many begin with the Academy while deciding on a home church, or remain connected if a local gathering is not yet available in their area.
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