FAQs
Do I need to be involved in a small group to connect with people at Chapel Hill Bible Church?
No. Small groups are a great way to get connected but by no means the only way. Sunday school classes and mid-week classes or prayer meetings also are good ways to get to know others. Also, our annual weekend retreats (men’s, women’s, young adults, and youth) are a great way to develop relationships.
How do I find a small group?
There are several ways to find a small group. One option is to look through the Small Group Listing to get a general idea of what might be best for your desires and needs. You’re welcome to get in touch with the contact person of the group that interests you in order to ask questions or get directions to their meeting place. Another option is to contact one of the people listed on the Get Connected page and ask for a recommendation.
What does a typical small group meeting look like?
That really depends on which small group you're talking about. Because our small groups are autonomous and also have different group goals, you are likely to experience a variety of things in a small group meeting. All of our groups are based on a small community and include some sort of Bible study or devotional thought. Beyond that, the groups begin to diversify in format and content. Small group meetings may be focused around a meal, worship, service/missions, accountability, study, or prayer. The Small Group Listing will provide a general idea of the main focus of each group.
What if I don’t feel like I fit in well with my current small group?
That’s a harder question and the answer depends on how long you’ve been involved. If this is only your first or second week with the group, feel free to look into other groups. If you’ve been a part of the group for a longer period of time, you may want to discuss your thoughts with your small group leader or one of the Small Group Coordinators listed on the Get Connected page.
How do your small groups get started?
Most of our small groups get started through people like you who have decided that they need more directed spiritual growth in their lives. Gathering together a group of friends and acquaintances, they simply start meeting together on a regular basis and, eventually, realize that they are a small group. Other groups are more strategic in starting up. Some groups operate with the intention of splitting (multiplying, dividing, etc.) at some point in their future—either at a specific time or when they grow to a predetermined size. Still other groups have started up with the help of 1-2 “missionary” members, who are only there for a short duration (1-3 months) until the new group is stable and self-sufficient.
What if I want to start or help start a new small group?
Great! We’re almost always looking for folks to step out in commitment and leadership in helping to form a new small group. In addition to a study leader, starting up a new small group requires the commitment of 3-5 core people who make it a personal priority to be physically, emotionally, and mentally present during the early weeks and months of the small group. Sometimes we may delay starting up a group until we have a leader and a minimum number of core individuals, but we will work with you in organizing and planning these steps. Our Get Connected page will let you know who to contact if you are interested in being involved in this way.
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