8324 Woolmarket Road, Biloxi, MS • (228) 392-2087
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SERVICE TIMES:
Sunday Morning at 10:30
Wednesday Evening at 6:30
Eight Reasons to Join
You will deepen your understanding of worship.
Many believers mistakenly believe that worship can only happen on Sunday morning in a large group with a sermon, a choir, and an offering plate! Worship happens anytime we focus on God. Sometimes that happens best in a smaller group in praying or singing together.
You will develop leadership skills you never knew you had!
The Bible teaches that every believer is given certain talents or "gifts" to benefit others in the family of God. Unfortunately most Christians remain as Sunday morning spectators all their lives because large group meetings are primarily "sit and listen" situations. As you share and participate in a relaxed small group setting, you´ll discover your confidence and self-esteem rising. This will help you at work, at church, and in every other relationship.
You will understand the Bible better in a community group
If you´ve ever listened to a Bible teacher or preacher and wanted to stop that person and say, "But what about...?" or "I don´t understand," then a community group is for you! Preaching and teaching is one way communication. You listen while the speaker speaks. It´s fine for imparting knowledge but not as effective for personal application as a community group. In a group setting, you can ask questions, participate in a discussion of the text, and hear others share insights and illustrations of the truth you are trying to grasp. The Bible must be applied to your own personal situations and that happens best in community groups.
Natural way to share Christ
It may be that some of your friends who don´t know the Lord wouldn´t be caught dead in a church. They have a preconceived idea and just the thought makes them defensive. But those same people may be open to an invitation to a casual Bible discussion in a home or office setting. In a small group, your unbelieving friend can ask questions and express honest doubts without feeling "put on the spot". When your friend sees the love and warmth and honesty of your group, it will make him more receptive to the Good News.
You will be able to handle stress and pressure better.
Community groups provide excellent support in times of crisis, change, and stress. You´ll have a sense of stability and security knowing there are people who really care for you and are committed to standing with you. When someone loses a job, or a family member has an extended illness, or a mother needs a babysitter - these are practical needs that will be naturally taken care of through your community group. Your group can coordinate the sharing of hot meals to be brought in when your family is in need.
Prayer will become more meaningful
Many people are hesitant to pray in front of others, especially in a large church. In a small group of 6 to 12, you will learn to participate in prayer by having a conversation together with God. No one is pressured to pray, but as you become comfortable, you´ll be able to pray sentence prayers and join in. There are many promises in the Bible related to group prayer. In praying together with a few others, we are drawn together and we find answers to the needs in our lives.
Begin to feel like a part of God's family
Most people who have been a part of a group say the greatest benefit is the close relationships and friendships that develop. They will frequently telephone each other during the week to share an urgent prayer request or an exciting answer. You´ll discover that your needs and problems are not unique ~ we´re all in the same boat. It helps to know that others are facing the same difficulties, or have lived through them and learned spiritual principles in the process. We really do need each other. God never meant for you to go it alone in the Christian life. If you´re lonely, the answer to your problem is to join a group.
You will be a New Testament Christian
The book of Acts is very clear about how God intends for His people to grow and have their needs met in the church. We will never be able to hire enough professional pastors to meet all the individual needs in our family. God never intended for it to be that way!
True Life Communities
Leaders: Buck Black and Josh Stovall
Meets on Monday nights @ 6:00 pm
As a small group for men, we seek to grow in our love for God and for one another. Our time will be spent on prayer, occasional worship, a time of teaching and discussion, and accountability. We are working to help one another be good leaders in the home, and in the church.
Leaders: Rebecca Ray and Jodi Smith
Meets on Monday nighs @ 7:00 pm
Women’s Community is a great way to get connected with other women who are interested in growing deeper in their faith with the friendship and support of others. Through community, relationships are built as the word of God is studied together and biblical teachings are applied to our daily experience. These communities develop an intricate system of support to celebrate life's greatest joys and travel through life's toughest moments.
Leaders: Amanda Mann, Brian O'Dowd, Trisha McMullen, and Raymond Harris
Meets on Sunday nights @ 6:30 pm
The Singles' Community, contrary to the way it sounds, is by no means, a place for single people to meet their date for the week. It is, however, a small group of unmarried men and women who are seeking to develop their relationship with God. We seek to encourage and build each other up in the truth and love of God in all that we do. Our primary focus is to help others, like ourselves, understand what it means to "work out your salvation" (Phil. 2:12) as a single man or woman of God.