Neighborhood Groups
As a church, we exist to glorify God by making disciples of all people, and Neighborhood Groups are a vital way to do that.
Creating relational and missional communities within specific areas of our city and beyond that minister to all members of our church family.
Neighborhood Format. Rather than groups being determined by availability on a particular night of the week, they are determined by the neighborhood where the members live.
Meal Oriented. Each meeting is organized around a meal. Much of Jesus’ ministry happened at a table, and these groups create spaces to naturally share life’s ups and downs through the regular rhythm of eating together.
Missionally Minded. Neighbors are often willing to accept an invitation to a meal next door or around the corner. These groups put our neighbors in contact with the church community and provides natural avenues to talk with them about Jesus.
Shared Leadership. Groups rotate throughout the members’ homes month to month. This shared leadership allows the group to experience various parts of their neighborhood, encourages intentional hospitality opportunities, and reduces the burden on any family to host indefinitely.
Year-Round Invitation. Groups meet monthly throughout the year. This creates a consistent avenue for invitations into community life within the church and within our neighborhoods.
Whole-Church Focus. The whole church can participate in this small group rhythm. Participation is strongly encouraged for all members, and non-members are invited to attend the group in their neighborhood as well.
Neighborhood Format. Rather than groups being determined by availability on a particular night of the week, they are determined by the neighborhood where the members live.
Meal Oriented. Each meeting is organized around a meal. Much of Jesus’ ministry happened at a table, and these groups create spaces to naturally share life’s ups and downs through the regular rhythm of eating together.
Missionally Minded. Neighbors are often willing to accept an invitation to a meal next door or around the corner. These groups put our neighbors in contact with the church community and provides natural avenues to talk with them about Jesus.
Shared Leadership. Groups rotate throughout the members’ homes month to month. This shared leadership allows the group to experience various parts of their neighborhood, encourages intentional hospitality opportunities, and reduces the burden on any family to host indefinitely.
Year-Round Invitation. Groups meet monthly throughout the year. This creates a consistent avenue for invitations into community life within the church and within our neighborhoods.
Whole-Church Focus. The whole church can participate in this small group rhythm. Participation is strongly encouraged for all members, and non-members are invited to attend the group in their neighborhood as well.
For more information about community groups you can contact the church office at office@realitystockton.com. If you are interested in joining a neighborhood group, please sign up!