Spry Life Groups

Question 1

When do Life Groups start?

Answer

Our Life Groups follow a seasonal calendar with our primary focus being Spring and Fall. Groups may start and stop at different times depending on the needs or circumstance of each group, but the best time to join a Life Group is in the beginning of the Spring or Fall season. Registration is currently closed but will open again in the Fall. Those who join a group in the Spring or Fall are making a commitment to their group for that season, which is typically 5-7 weeks long, then the group will discern whether they would like to continue, break for the season, end, or form new groups.

Question 2

What does a typical Life Group look like?

Answer

Every group takes on its own unique identity, but a typical Life Group includes members of diverse age and interests, meets once per week for 1 to 2 hours, consists of 8-15 people, runs 6 weeks to 1 year at a time, and includes a meal or snacks. Every Life Group engages in meaningful discussion rooted in God’s word and lives on mission for the Kingdom of God.

A common meeting format for a Life Group is that of the 4 “W’s”:

Welcome – getting acquainted, sharing life, and eating some good food!
Worship – glorifying God through our conversations, prayers, or songs.
Word – spending time applying God’s Word to our lives
Works – missions, ministering to one another, and planning group activities

For more information regarding variations in group focus, see the Life Group Vision Chart below.

Question 3

What is the purpose?

Answer

The primary purpose of these groups is to get people connected in community so that Spry Church can better Love Jesus, Be Transformed, and Declare Hope. As we form new, life-giving relationships and invite others into the life-giving love of Jesus, we are transformed by the renewing power of the Holy Spirit and spurred on to declare hope in Christ to all people. Life Groups are one of the ways we live out our third Core Value: Boldly Spirit-Led in Community.

Question 4

Do Life Groups have child care?

Answer

Childcare is approached in a number of different ways depending upon the needs of each group. If you are looking for a group with childcare, please indicate such on your registration form.

Question 5

How do I get involved?

Answer

If you would like to lead a new Life Group or you would like to join an existing group, you may register online or contact Pastor Austin to learn more about our growing Life Group ministry (austin@sprychurch.com).

Question 6

How to I become a leader?

Answer

Before becoming a Life Group leader one must have participated in a Life Group at Spry Church for at least one season. Every Life Group leader goes through a leader training process with Pastor Austin to ensure that they are set up to succeed when the Life Group starts. This is followed by ongoing support and communication.

Question 7

God's Magnificent Word

Answer

Our current worship series is called “God’s Magnificent Word,” a 12-part journey through the overarching story of the Bible beginning after Easter in 2024 and ending in July of 2025. Our purpose through 16 month series is to journey into Scripture, God’s unified story leading to Jesus, and allow Christ to invites us into a new way of life as the Holy Spirit continues God’s story in us. You can pick up your small group series guide in church, or contact Pastor Austin (austin@sprychurch.com).

Question 8

Kingdom Revealed

Answer

The Kingdom Revealed Lenten Series was a series that our Pastoral Team put together in Lent of 2024. The questions which guided discussion for groups can be found in the GPS of each week’s corresponding bulletin. Our next Lenten series called “Miracle Worker” will be done in the same format.

Question 9

Reminders for Group Leaders

Answer

A list of Reminders for Life Group Leaders to keep in their Bibles as they facilitate discussions.

Question 10

Life Group Member Covenant

Answer

During a Life Groups first meeting, the group will agree upon their purpose, establish their timeline, and affirm their commitment as group members. This Life Group Member Covenant, which every member will sign, is an important step in getting everyone on the same page and laying the foundation for a faithful Life Group. The leader will keep this Covenant on hand to reference when needed.

Question 11

Vision Chart

Answer

Every Life Group will naturally take on it’s own identity, but each one will fall under our primary vision for getting people connected in community. This Life Group Vision Chart uses language from our church’s overall mission and vision to help groups understand their unique calling and how it contributes to our greater purpose as a ministry.

Question 12

Leader Resource Guide

Answer

The Life Group Leader Resource Guide is a culmination of the resources used during our Fall training, along with a reminder of the commitment a leader is making before God, the church, and their group members. It also includes some steps for the leader/host to walk through with the group during their first meeting.

Question 13

When do Life Groups start?

Answer

Our Life Groups follow a seasonal calendar with our primary focus being Spring and Fall. Groups may start and stop at different times depending on the needs or circumstance of each group, but the best time to join a Life Group is in the beginning of the Spring or Fall season. Registration is currently closed but will open again in the Fall. Those who join a group in the Spring or Fall are making a commitment to their group for that season, which is typically 5-7 weeks long, then the group will discern whether they would like to continue, break for the season, end, or form new groups.

Question 14

What does a typical Life Group look like?

Answer

Every group takes on its own unique identity, but a typical Life Group includes members of diverse age and interests, meets once per week for 1 to 2 hours, consists of 8-15 people, runs 6 weeks to 1 year at a time, and includes a meal or snacks. Every Life Group engages in meaningful discussion rooted in God’s word and lives on mission for the Kingdom of God.

A common meeting format for a Life Group is that of the 4 “W’s”:

Welcome – getting acquainted, sharing life, and eating some good food!
Worship – glorifying God through our conversations, prayers, or songs.
Word – spending time applying God’s Word to our lives
Works – missions, ministering to one another, and planning group activities

For more information regarding variations in group focus, see the Life Group Vision Chart below.

Question 15

What is the purpose?

Answer

The primary purpose of these groups is to get people connected in community so that Spry Church can better Love Jesus, Be Transformed, and Declare Hope. As we form new, life-giving relationships and invite others into the life-giving love of Jesus, we are transformed by the renewing power of the Holy Spirit and spurred on to declare hope in Christ to all people. Life Groups are one of the ways we live out our third Core Value: Boldly Spirit-Led in Community.

Question 16

Do Life Groups have child care?

Answer

Childcare is approached in a number of different ways depending upon the needs of each group. If you are looking for a group with childcare, please indicate such on your registration form.

Question 17

How do I get involved?

Answer

If you would like to lead a new Life Group or you would like to join an existing group, you may register online or contact Pastor Austin to learn more about our growing Life Group ministry (austin@sprychurch.com).

Question 18

How to I become a leader?

Answer

Before becoming a Life Group leader one must have participated in a Life Group at Spry Church for at least one season. Every Life Group leader goes through a leader training process with Pastor Austin to ensure that they are set up to succeed when the Life Group starts. This is followed by ongoing support and communication.

Question 19

God's Magnificent Word

Answer

Our current worship series is called “God’s Magnificent Word,” a 12-part journey through the overarching story of the Bible beginning after Easter in 2024 and ending in July of 2025. Our purpose through 16 month series is to journey into Scripture, God’s unified story leading to Jesus, and allow Christ to invites us into a new way of life as the Holy Spirit continues God’s story in us. You can pick up your small group series guide in church, or contact Pastor Austin (austin@sprychurch.com).

Question 20

Kingdom Revealed

Answer

The Kingdom Revealed Lenten Series was a series that our Pastoral Team put together in Lent of 2024. The questions which guided discussion for groups can be found in the GPS of each week’s corresponding bulletin. Our next Lenten series called “Miracle Worker” will be done in the same format.

Question 21

Reminders for Group Leaders

Answer

A list of Reminders for Life Group Leaders to keep in their Bibles as they facilitate discussions.

Question 22

Life Group Member Covenant

Answer

During a Life Groups first meeting, the group will agree upon their purpose, establish their timeline, and affirm their commitment as group members. This Life Group Member Covenant, which every member will sign, is an important step in getting everyone on the same page and laying the foundation for a faithful Life Group. The leader will keep this Covenant on hand to reference when needed.

Question 23

Vision Chart

Answer

Every Life Group will naturally take on it’s own identity, but each one will fall under our primary vision for getting people connected in community. This Life Group Vision Chart uses language from our church’s overall mission and vision to help groups understand their unique calling and how it contributes to our greater purpose as a ministry.

Question 24

Leader Resource Guide

Answer

The Life Group Leader Resource Guide is a culmination of the resources used during our Fall training, along with a reminder of the commitment a leader is making before God, the church, and their group members. It also includes some steps for the leader/host to walk through with the group during their first meeting.

Spry Life Groups

Spry Life Groups

Our Goal is Community

As a church that is boldly Spirit-led in community, our goal is to grow together in practical ways to love Jesus and abide in God’s presence, be transformed by the renewing power of the Holy Spirit, and declare hope in Christ to all people.

Our Mission is Love

We are devoted to fellowship and Christian teaching in community (Acts 2:42-47), service and hospitality for our neighbors (Romans 12:10-13), and deep love for one another (1 Peter 4:8).

Interested in Joining a Group?

Frequently Asked Questions

Studies and Resources

Email

Call

School St Campus

Pine Grove Campus

Giving

Frequently Asked Questions

Studies and Resources

Spry Life Groups

Our Goal is Community

As a church that is boldly Spirit-led in community, our goal is to grow together in practical ways to love Jesus and abide in God’s presence, be transformed by the renewing power of the Holy Spirit, and declare hope in Christ to all people.

Our Mission is Love

We are devoted to fellowship and Christian teaching in community (Acts 2:42-47), service and hospitality for our neighbors (Romans 12:10-13), and deep love for one another (1 Peter 4:8).

Interested in Joining a Group?

Frequently Asked Questions

Studies and Resources

Paul and Amber's Story

Matt and Alexis's Story

Email

Call

School St Campus

Pine Grove Campus

Giving

Frequently Asked Questions

Studies and Resources

Paul and Amber's Story

Matt and Alexis's Story