TMP Small Groups are an opportunity for people to gather together in a supportive community to go deeper together. We believe that worshiping together is an essential part of the life of every believer. We believe that as followers of Jesus who gather as the church, we are to partner together in mission. We feel it is important to join us in person on Sunday mornings, to worship as the larger community, and to serve where you feel your gifts would best suit the needs of TMP. Then gather in a Small Group during the week, to discuss the previous Sunday’s teaching, utilizing the discussion guide provided by TMP. Small Groups provides a great, and safe opportunity to share your story with each other, and discover ways to share it with others who don’t yet know the love and saving grace of Jesus.
We believe that true relationship happens when we turn our chairs and face each other.
Check out the following frequently asked questions ↓
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who oversees/supports Small Group leaders?
- Our Small Groups are under the care of Nicole Marble. She is responsible for connecting people and ensuring our Small Groups Leaders are equipped to lead.
Who can start a Small Group?
- Any follower of Jesus who understands and values the mission of TMP, and is willing to gather people weekly/bi-weekly for discussion, prayer and encouragement. A TMP Small Group leader will be connected and accountable to TMP through the equipping and encouragement of the Small Group Director. We ask that Small Group leaders pursue becoming Covenant Community members of TMP.
When do I attend TMP if I’m in a Small Group?
- Small Groups would be invited to attend a live, in person service at TMP every week. There is something special about experiencing worship and developing community with the larger body of Christ Followers.
- If it is not possible to attend in person, people are encouraged to watch the livestream service, or the recorded teach or listen to the podcast.
- Some Small Groups prefer to watch the service together, either in person, live streamed or the recorded version.
How do kids fit into the plan?
Embrace the chaos!
Having young children join your group time can cause a distraction and make it very difficult to have a deep discussion… and that’s ok. Remember, this is a short period of time in the grand scheme of life. Here are a couple of options;
- Accept that this is a phase of life. Enjoy this time with your kids in the room, build the relationships and have a more casual discussion.
- Have a couple of church youth or hire 2 babysitters (2 to make it a safe space) to have your kids participate in a craft/activity/play, then bring them back for prayer time and/or snack/meal time.
- A Small Group can be an inter-generational gathering. We would hope that kids would join in worship, prayer, snacks/meals and activities of service as part of the Small Group.