Becoming a Group Leader
Thanks for your interest in becoming a group leader! Groups are an integral part of what we do as a church. We believe that sustained life change occurs as we are growing in a relationship with Christ. When we prioritize intentional relationships with others who are seeking Christ, we believe faith comes alive! Groups provide people with the opportunity to encounter God, embrace others, engage the world around us, and expand God's Kingdom through their groups. Our Group leaders help create environments for people to develop and grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.
Since our Group leaders play such an important role, we take great care when enlisting them. Please read through the Faith Promise Group Leader Qualifications/Expectations information to better understand the qualifications and responsibilities of a leader. If, after prayer and consideration, you are interested in pursuing group leadership, please click the link at the bottom of the list to complete the Group Leader Questionnaire. Once we receive your questionnaire, we will contact you to schedule a meeting. Should you have questions regarding any of the following information, please email us at groups@faithpromise.org.
Qualifications/Expectations
- Have a personal, growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Recognize the Bible as the authority for your life.
- Have the time, emotional capacity, and spiritual discernment to lead a group.
- Must be a Core member or in the process of becoming a Core member of FPC.
- Commit to the beliefs, visions, values, and strategies of Faith Promise.
- Commit to completing New Leader Training, either online or by attending a live training event.
- Lead the group by facilitating the group meeting; helping to create a safe and authentic environment, and promoting participation among group members.
- Commit to being open to multiplying your group and identifying new leaders within your group.
- Commit to engage in leadership development opportunities provided by the church and commit to attend Leaders' Gatherings. (Usually 2 per year)
- Group Leaders are supported by a FPC Groups Coach. A Coach's role is to serve as a shepherd leader to a group of group leaders. - Commit to engage relationally with your Coach by attending Monthly Group Leader Meetings led by your Coach and One-On-One Meetings as needed with your Coach. The purpose of the monthly meetings is for leaders to gather together to encourage each other and learn from each other, as well as provide your Coach with an opportunity to know you and shepherd you as you shepherd your group members.
- Commit to input attendance weekly and contact new prospects in a timely manner.
- Commit to completing annual Group Assessments.
If you agree to and can meet the above criteria, please complete a New Group Leader Questionnaire and begin the process of becoming a Faith Promise Group Leader.
Additional Resources
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Group Leader Resources
Resources for effectively leading your group... -
New Leader Training
Designed for new leaders, these videos will help you navigate some foundational principles for a successful group. -
Groups Covenant
The groups covenant is essential to healthy group life and sets the stage for thriving relationships.
