THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU!
We believe following Jesus was never meant to be done alone. Growth Groups are small communities where people can build genuine relationships, study God's Word, pray together, encourage one another, and grow as disciples of Jesus. Groups meet in a variety of homes and locations throughout our community and include people from different ages, backgrounds, and seasons of life. Every group has the same goal: to help people connect, grow, and live out their faith together. Our hope is that Growth Groups become more than another church activity. We want them to be places where people are known, supported, challenged, and equipped to follow Jesus—and where that growth naturally multiplies as we invest in others. Whether you're new to Verde or have been here for years, there's a place for you. Find a group, get connected, and start doing life together.
We believe following Jesus was never meant to be done alone. Growth Groups are small communities where people can build genuine relationships, study God's Word, pray together, encourage one another, and grow as disciples of Jesus. Groups meet in a variety of homes and locations throughout our community and include people from different ages, backgrounds, and seasons of life. Every group has the same goal: to help people connect, grow, and live out their faith together. Our hope is that Growth Groups become more than another church activity. We want them to be places where people are known, supported, challenged, and equipped to follow Jesus—and where that growth naturally multiplies as we invest in others. Whether you're new to Verde or have been here for years, there's a place for you. Find a group, get connected, and start doing life together.
FIND A GROUP THAT FITS
Most of our Growth Groups are sermon-based, giving you an opportunity to dig deeper into Sunday's message and talk honestly about what it looks like to live out God's Word in everyday life. We also offer special-interest groups that focus on specific seasons, needs, or areas of growth, such as parenting, marriage, healthy living, and Christian basics for new believers (see the Adult Ministries page). Whatever your season of life, our hope is that you'll find a group where you can be known, encouraged, challenged, and equipped to grow in your relationship with Jesus.
Most of our Growth Groups are sermon-based, giving you an opportunity to dig deeper into Sunday's message and talk honestly about what it looks like to live out God's Word in everyday life. We also offer special-interest groups that focus on specific seasons, needs, or areas of growth, such as parenting, marriage, healthy living, and Christian basics for new believers (see the Adult Ministries page). Whatever your season of life, our hope is that you'll find a group where you can be known, encouraged, challenged, and equipped to grow in your relationship with Jesus.
WHAT IS A GROWTH GROUP?
Growth Groups are made up of 8–14 people who gather regularly to study God's Word, encourage one another, pray, and share life together. We believe this is where much of the real ministry of the church happens—in the everyday moments when we care for one another, grow together, and put our faith into practice.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT?
Our Growth Groups are led by trained leaders and meet throughout the Verde Valley on various days and in a variety of settings—including homes, community locations, and on the Verde campus. Most groups meet for about 90 minutes and include time for conversation and refreshments. Growth Groups follow a 10-week fall and spring semester format, giving you the opportunity to try a group without making a year-long commitment.
At the end of each semester, you can choose to:
Most groups take a break during the summer months.
Growth Groups are made up of 8–14 people who gather regularly to study God's Word, encourage one another, pray, and share life together. We believe this is where much of the real ministry of the church happens—in the everyday moments when we care for one another, grow together, and put our faith into practice.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT?
Our Growth Groups are led by trained leaders and meet throughout the Verde Valley on various days and in a variety of settings—including homes, community locations, and on the Verde campus. Most groups meet for about 90 minutes and include time for conversation and refreshments. Growth Groups follow a 10-week fall and spring semester format, giving you the opportunity to try a group without making a year-long commitment.
At the end of each semester, you can choose to:
- Stay with your current group
- Try a new group
- Take a break and join again when you're ready
Most groups take a break during the summer months.