A connection group is a small group that helps people grow in their relationship with God through spiritual activities like worship, Bible study, and prayer. It also aims to strengthen relationships between members through social activities and accountability. The "wholistic" approach includes connecting upward with God, outward with others, inward with the group, and forward through spiritual growth and leadership development. Members progress through a discipleship track of lessons and seminars focused on knowing, growing, living for, and sharing Jesus. The goal is for each group to multiply by starting new groups as leaders are developed.

1. Connection Groups

13. Knowing Jesus 1 John 2:12 -14 Growing Disciples Growing in Jesus Living for Jesus Sharing Jesus 1 2 3 H 101: Discovering Your Starting Point 201: Discovering Spiritual Maturity 301: Discovering Your SHAPE For Ministry 401: Discovering My Life Mission

15. Life of a Connection Group: 6 months – 1 year

18. 1 group = 12 people

19. 2 groups = 24 people

20. 4 groups = 48 people

21. 8 groups = 96 people

22. 16 groups = 192 people

23. 32 groups = 384 people