The Importance of Homegroups

At Selsdon Baptist we believe that we need to express our faith, and learn about following Jesus, not only in the large Sunday congregations, but also in the weekday groups. Sundays and Homegroups complement each other, and Homegroups offer different things that going to church on a Sunday does not.

 

The Purpose of Homegroups

A picture of one of our homegroups
 

1. A Homegroup, as a small group of people, is a place for fellowship where you can get to know a small number of others really well. In the security and confidence of those people you know, you may feel able to share something of your own situation with others who will be supportive.
   
    

2. A Homegroup is one of the best places to understand the Bible, and discover how to put it into practice in a life of following Jesus. In Homegroups you can ask questions, listen to the understanding and experience of others, and work together to see what theBible means and how to live it out.
   
    

3. A Homegroup is a good place to experience prayer with other Christians. If you find it hard to pray with others, a Homegroup is a good place to start, and if you enjoy praying with ohers, you'll have plenty of opportunity in your Homegroup.
   
    

4. A Homegroup is a place where you can show care and concern for people in need. No-one can help everyone in need, but in one homegroup we can show love and care for those in our group.
   
    

5. A Homegroup is an inclusive group, with a place for everyone. Some people prefer mainly to listen and do not want to talk very much - they are welcome at Homegroups. Others have burning questions to ask and things they want to share, and the Homegroup may be the best place to bring these things.
   
    

6. A Homegroup will sometimes decide that there are things they can do together. These include social activities, outings, parties, leading worship, evangelistic initiatives and serving in some way in the life of the church.
   
    

7. A Homegroup is not the whole church, but a part of the church, and in Homegroups we can share in the issues that affect the life and witness of the church and understandwhat makes the church 'tick'. In Homegroups we can share both the social and the humorous, as well as the serious and spiritual sides of life.
    

The Pattern of Homegroups

Our Homegroup leaders meet every few months with the Pastor to talk about the programme of the groups and to share together the life of our Homegroups. The groups are now working more or less on the same material for most of the time, although each group has its own individual identity and does things in its own way. These Homegroups are essential to our vision of Selsdon Baptist Church at this time.

Members of a homegroup enjoying the moment!

Discovering the Homegroup for you

There are 18 homegroups, mostly evenings, but some day-times, and some catering for families with children. If you would like to join a group please contact Evelyn Golder, 020 8406 3318 or Ruth Manson,  020 8916 0062 who will do their best to match you to a suitable group.

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