MIXED CONNEXION GROUPS
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WOMEN'S CONNEXION GROUPS
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MEN'S CONNEXION GROUPS
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CONNEXION GROUP MISSION STATEMENT
To connect people in small groups for the purpose of growing in Christlikeness, loving one another, and reaching out to unchurched friends in order to glorify God and make disciples.
VISION
To involve every Southpoint member regularly in a small group, where life change best happens, by multiplying the number of leaders and groups.
For more information, or to get connected with any group, contact the group leader or the church office at (734) 675-7575.
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"Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts..."
Acts 2:46-47
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WHAT ARE CONNEXION GROUPS?
ConneXion groups of 3 to 30 people meet together on a regular basis in homes, at church, or at restaurants. The format is open and flexible allowing time for questions and group discussions on applicable topics that affect our lives iwth answers from a Biblical perspective. You can relax...everyone's at different stages spiritually, so you won't feel out of place about how much you know the Bible, or about praying or reading out loud. Some groups use booklets that can be purchased inexpensively.
WHY SHOULD I CONSIDER JOINING IN A CONNEXION GROUP?
Belonging to a Southpoint group of 3-15 people offers you a place to...
- Get connected with others: a place to build meaningful relationships with other believers - everyone knows your name & cares!
- Strengthen your grip on God's Word & Prayer!
- Relax-you won't feel out of place or put on the spot. Everyone's at different stages spiritually, so it doesn't matter how much you know the Bible.
- Opportunities to introduce friends to your church family in a way other than Sunday morning!
- Be challenged to grow deeper in your relationship with God.
- Be cared and prayed for during both good and trying times.
- Child care is handled differently by each group.
Significant relationships best occur in the context of a conneXion group. Without this connection, people can, at best, attend meetings, and can easily feel "left out" and fall through the cracks. Nor can they fully develop or carry out the "one anothers" of Scripture - a few of these include:
- Build up one another - 1 Thessalonians 5:11
- Encourage one another - 1 Thessalonians 4:18
- Pray for one another - James 5:16
- Instruct one another - Romans 15:14
- Carry each other's burdens - Galatians 6:2
- Offer hospitality to one another - 1 Peter 4:9
- Admonish one another - Colossians 3:16
- Spur one another on toward love and good deeds - Hebrews 10:24
HOW DO I JOIN A CONNEXION GROUP?
Consult the groups that are currently open, listed in the weekly program, monthly newsletter or further down this page. For more information, or to get connected with any group, contact the church office (734) 675-7575. If there is a group you would like to see begun at Southpoint contact the church office.
WHAT CONNEXION GROUP OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE?
ConneXion groups are begun when a leader who has the desire is chosen and trained. If you would like to get connected with a group, or if there is a group you would like to see begun at Southpoint, contact the church office. Perhaps you could serve as a leader, a co-leader or a host.
Growth Groups:
These groups focus on building relationships, encourageing growth in Christ and serving other members of the group, particularly in times of need. The topic of study varies based on the interests of the group members.
Discipleship Groups:
This type of group is typically more structured and is focused on in-depth Bible study and developing spiritual habits.
Study Groups:
Some groups may form to study a Bible book or topic more intensely, sometimes involving homework assignments.
Support Groups:
As needs arise throughout the church body, groups may form to help support each other through a particular life-situation or recovery period.
Seeker Groups:
This kind of group is focused on reaching out to spiritual "seekers" who can be introduced to the Bible and Christ.
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Stop by ConneXion Central in the North Hall to find a group that's good for you, or simply call the church office (734-675-7575) for any of the facilitators. Books needed for groups are available at The Compass Bookstore.
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COUPLES GROUP: I PROMISE
Thursdays 7:00 pm. Facilitated by David & Jeanette Holland in Riverview. Six heartfelt promises you can make to your mate to build trust and intimacy, by Gary Smalley.
TAKE IT TO THE LIMIT: HOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF LIFE
Thursdays, 7:00 pm. Facilitated by Tim & Julie O’Dell at church using material by Andy Stanley. Risk-taking is for believers.
WHAT’S SO AMAZING ABOUT GRACE?
Tuesdays, 6:30 pm. Facilitated by Jason & Jessica Wells in Southgate. Using the book by Philip Yancey. True Grace is shocking and scandalous—it forgives.
ACTS: BUILD COMMUNITY
Saturdays, 7:30 pm. Facilitated by Bob Schartz in Wyandotte. Presenting the church as the new community of God’s people..
CELEBRATION OF DISCIPLINE
Wednesdays, 7:00 pm. Facilitated by Lee & Mary Ellen Walterich in Brownstown. Using the book subtitled, “The Path to Spiritual Growth” by Richard J. Foster. Looking at the disciplines that are profitable in living a fruitful Christian life.
DIVORCE CARE
Mondays, 6:00 pm. New class starting January 14. Facilitated by Sally Baker in Family Room B. Support group for adults separated or divorced. Book required.
Divorce Care 4 Kids
Mondays, 6:00 pm. Contact Susan Bemis.
LIVING IN THE LIGHT
Thursdays, 7:00 pm. Ongoing group led by Paul Michalec and Jeff Mitchell in Family Room A at church. A Christ-centered recovery group, dealing with all addictions; alcohol, drugs, food, etc.
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SLIGHTLY BAD GIRLS
Thursdays, 7:00 pm. Led by Karen Laing in Southgate. Using the book by Liz Curtis Higgs, of the popular series, “Bad Girls of the Bible.”
FIRST PLACE: GIVING CHRIST “FIRST PLACE”
Tuesdays, 6:30 pm (after God Questions completes). Led by Cass Henney in Southpoint's Comfort Room. The goal of our faith is the Prize.
LADIES BIBLE DISCUSSION GROUP
Mondays, 10:30 am. Led by Rene Crouse at church. Reading of select chapters of the Bible with discussion and memory verses.
GOD’S GOOD GIFTS: SCRAPBOOKING BIBLE STUDY
Thursdays, 10:30 am. Led by Donna Grimes in Brownstown. Combining Biblestudy with scrapbooking
BELIEVING GOD
Tuesdays, 6:30 pm. Led by Mary Scharboneau. Experience a fresh look at faith and explore what it means to believe God.
A LIFE OF FAITH
Mondays bi-monthly, 6:30 pm. Led by Kara McWilliams at church for mothers & daughters (ages 8-13).
PRAYER GROUP
1st Mondays of the month, 7:00 pm. Led by Linda Szablinski at church.
T.E.A.C.H.
2nd Tuesday of the month, 7:00 pm. Home-schooling group led by Jessica Jagod and Kim Genaw at church.
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PRAYER GROUP
1st Monday of the month, 7:00 pm. Led by Brian Rogers at church.
IRON MEN SATURDAY
1st Saturday of the month, 9:00 am. Led by Ron Scott at church. Southpoint Men’s Ministry sponsors this Bible study open
to all men. Come early for refreshments. For info contact Jim Szablinski.
BUSINESSMEN’S GROUP
2nd Tuesdays of the month, 7:00 pm. Led by Lee Walterich in Family Room A.
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