Gateway South Osborne Small Groups
Gateway Church exists to spread a passion for the glory of God through Jesus Christ to every nation and every generation -- and our primary vehicle to fulfill this vision at Gateway South Osborne is through Small Groups.
Joining a Small Group is a great step forward in becoming a committed member at Gateway South Osborne.
In fact, joining a small group is part of the Gateway Path, the primary avenue to find your purpose in our church family. We recommend that you take "Gateway 100 - Membership", which is two classes, before you sign up for a small group. We want to ensure that Gateway South Osborne will be a good fit for you and your family. Once you know that, joining a small group is the best way to join into family life here at our church.
Small Groups meet in people’s homes in various neighbourhoods, or at the church building, on various days of the week. They provide an opportunity for relationship, spiritual growth, and personal outreach.
We would love to help you find a group that's suitable for you!
To find out more about Gateway 100, click HERE.
To enquire about joining a Gateway Small Group, please complete the form by clicking the button below:
The CORE VALUES of Gateway Small Groups
COMMUNITY GROWTH: Develop strong friendships, and care for one another in a safe environment.
SPIRITUAL GROWTH: Challenge each other and learn together through prayer, studying the Bible and mutual discipleship.
CHURCH GROWTH: To be disciples of Jesus who make disciples of Jesus, since our primary purpose on earth is to share the good news of Jesus with others.
The CORE PRACTICES of Gateway Small Groups
YOUR COMMITMENT
Word, prayer, mission, and care. These elements must be central in the activities of all Gateway Small Groups.
Every member ministry. All Gateway Small Group members will share responsibility for the various aspects of their group life. (such as hosting, prayer, support, discipleship, facilitating, and outreach).
Small Group lead Facilitators. All lead facilitators will be a member of Gateway Church who have completed the Gateway Path, and will be committed to participating in further training opportunities at Gateway, to accountability, and to leading a group for one year.
Growth. All Gateway Small Groups will automatically begin a process of multiplying into two groups when the number of people in a group exceeds 8 people.
GATEWAY’S COMMITMENT
Provide suggested content and format so as to minimize preparation time for those facilitating Small Group meetings.
Give care, oversight, and direction to Small Groups, as well as support in any pastoral situations that may arise.
Relevant leadership training in a variety of formats to enable lead facilitators to thrive and enjoy the role.
Assist and encourage groups in the process of multiplication.