Most of us would say our relationships (friends, family, and God) are the most important thing in our lives. But, sometimes good relationships can be hard to find. Our Life Group ministry is designed to help you connect with and grow alongside others through the best and most challenging seasons of life – and everything in between.

Life Groups are an extension of our church family, just in a smaller and more relational context. Every Life Group shares the mission of Macedonia: love God, serve people, and share Jesus.  Groups meet weekly or bi-weekly and usually last between 1-2 hours. Time discussing Scripture, praying for one another, having fun connecting or sharing a meal, and serving together are all hallmarks of a Life Group.

Beyond those common elements, each group has the freedom to reflect the unique personalities and passions of its leaders and members. Some groups are more learning focused, while others create more space for meals and prayer time, while others focus on serving others as a group. But all are a place where you can grow in your relationships with God and with others.

Like a class, you will have the opportunity to study with others and grow in your knowledge of God. However, our primary emphasis on Life Groups is the value of “Belong”. We believe Life Groups are more than a class. They are a place for friendships to grow, for disciples to be made, and for hardships to be shared. Study is a part of that, but only part. 

Groups meet in homes, businesses, restaurants, and right here at Macedonia. If you are interested in hosting a group, please email our Life Groups Ministry at groups@mbcnc.org. Each group chooses when it will meet, so if a certain day of the week does not work for you, be sure to share that when you sign up.

Life Groups meetings last roughly 1-2 hours, depending on the group. Also, groups run on a Fall and Spring seasonal basis. Groups typically take a break or scale back activities for the holidays and summer months.

Every group is different.  Some groups have the children attend and hire a sitter. Some groups prefer to not have children at their meetings and each member makes their own arrangements. While others choose to alternate  between mens and womens gatherings to accommodate kids. Your group leader will be able to answer any questions you may have before attending.