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We exist to make disciples of Christ who faithfully respond to his call,
“Come and Follow Me.”
“Follow me.” This is the command that Christ makes to the world, and it is the very heart of what it means to be a disciple. Here at CPC we believe that discipleship is not a program or plan, but a relationship with the Father, Son and Spirit as they seek to bring each of us into conformity with the image of Christ. Therefore, discipleship includes all of life- worship, service, suffering, devotion, prayer, and vocation. It includes our finances and our relationships, our hobbies and our disciplines. It is a holistic vision of following Christ in every sphere of our lives while cooperating in the work of the Spirit which is dedicated to helping us faithfully continue in the journey of following Christ. We are eager to join you on that journey.
If you have any questions please contact our Director of Discipleship, Steve Woodworth at stevewoodworth@cpcclarkesville.org.
CONFORMING PEOPLE TO THE IMAGE OF CHRIST
Here at Christ Presbyterian Church our primary focus is to join with God in his process of conforming his people to the image of Christ. Towards this end we provide opportunities every week to join together outside of corporate worship to experience community and encourage one another in the faith. Small groups are smaller gatherings that take place in the intimacy of a home where spiritual and relational growth is fostered in the context of daily life. Each of our small group opportunities vary in terms of depth, frequency of meetings, and commitment level. Below is a table that highlights some of the differences between them.
REDEMPTION
GROUPS
Various Sizes
Requires Registration with new offerings each semester
Group counseling setting lead by counseling center
All life stages. Typically gender specific
Commitment to weekly meetings
Time, dates, and location posted each season on the app
COMMUNITY
GROUPS
12-16 people
Open for first 4 weeks of the Fall/Spring then closed
Deeper study of the Bible and discussion of sermon questions
All life stages-men and women
Commitment to weekly meetings
Contact group leader posted on website
FORMATION
GROUPS
Formation groups are designed to develop organically within the natural course of our deepening relationships here at CPC. Who you chose to meet with, the frequency, and the duration are for you to decide. However we do have some suggested guidelines. First, that the group is comprised of three people who are committed to meeting for at least 6 months. Our suggestion would be to try to meet at least twice per month for no less than an hour to discuss the following questions and praying for one another:
HEAT
What is causing you stress, worry, conflict, anger, sadness, etc. right now?
THORNS
In what ways have you responded in sinful ways to the heat?
ROOTS
What do these thorns reveal about the true source of your ultimate hope?
FRUIT
What does the Bible say about how to respond as Christ in this moment?
If you are interested in learning more about any of our Small Group options, please contact Steve Woodworth stevewoodworth@cpcclarkesville.org