NEXT Booklet 7.13.22

4 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT CONNECT

1// Our groups are “free market” We want people to gather together based on things they enjoy and are important to them. Some quarters, that may be a church-wide Bible study, or it may look like a sports group, lunch group, moms group, or student group. Essentially, the things you already do in

your life can make your Connect Group! 2// There are three quarters every year

Life fows in seasons, and we want to make it easy for you to be in the right Connect Group for you in each season. This is why we have new groups that start and stop three times a year in what we refer to as “quarters.”

Winter/Spring 8 weeks

Summer 4 weeks

Fall 8 weeks

FEB MAR APR MAY JAN JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC

/////////////////////////////////// ////////////////////////////////////// 19 We believe leading a group is simple because we all have something to offer others. Whether it’s something you’re passionate about, an experience you’ve had, or an area in which you want to grow, leading a group is a great way to bring people together in meaningful community. To learn more about becoming a Connect Group leader, attend Connect Group Leader orientation at stepFOUR of NEXT. 3// Everyone can join a group Our hope is for every person at LifeGate to be connected to others through Connect Groups. With lots of group options, we are confdent there is a group that is the right ft for you. You can fnd your group at mylifegate.church/groups. 4// Anyone can lead a group