Small Groups
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Small Groups

Small Groups are the relational heart of the Church - it’s where people connect, share life and grow together.

Small Group consist of approximately 10-20 people who meet together on a regular basis around a shared interest or passion and are designed to help everyone in the Church, across every congregation to discover what God has put inside each one of us so that we live fruitful, effective lives for Him.

If you’re new to Church or would like to get to know some more people, joining a Small Group is a great place to start. Check out which Small Groups are happening and when below and sign up today!

Small Group FAQs

What happens at a Small Group?
Every group is different. Whether hanging off a climbing wall, going for a coffee with friends or helping the homeless, each Small Group is a place to bring people together so that they can connect, relate and grow with others in the life of the Church. To help make it easier to find the right Small Group for you, we’ve put each group into one of the following categories:

  • Connect - Church, but on a small scale! These groups are for people who want to develop deeper relationships with others of a similar life stage or passion.
  • Community - Based around a particular outreach, event or activity, these Small Groups have a more missional focus and outlook.
  • Equip - If you want to go deeper with God and with others we have a number of groups that meet to pray, study the Word and grow together.

Where and what time do Small Groups meet?
Our Small Groups meet on different days throughout the week and at various times so there’s bound to be one that fits in with your schedule. Most meet in homes but some, that are based around particular interests or activities, meet elsewhere. Check with the Small Group leader for specific details of the group you’re interested in joining.

Are Small Groups just for people in the Church?
Anyone can join a Small Group, you don’t have to be a member of the Church and they are a great opportunity to bring along unsaved friends and family so that they can connect with others in the Church and find out who we are and what we believe. Each group aims to have a missional focus as we reach out to those in our towns and communities - so why not think about who you could bring along with you!

How do I sign up?
If you’re already part of a Small Group or would like to join a different one then we have a Sign Up Sunday at the start of each Small Group season where you can chat to the Small Group leaders and find a group that suits you. You can also sign up to a group at any point online.

I’d like to join more than one Small Group - is that possible?
Yes, feel free to sign up for any Small Group you’d like to regularly attend. We recommend that you only sign up for a maximum of 2 Small Groups.

What if I choose a group but don’t like it?
That’s fine - you don’t have to stay! The important thing is that you find a Small Group where you are able to connect, relate and grow in faith with the other people in the group. You are very welcome to try a few!

How long do the Small Groups run for?
We have 3 Small Group seasons each year which are usually 10-12 weeks long; one from the end of January to March; one from mid April - mid July and the other from the end of September to mid December. We hold Sign-Up Sundays at the beginning of each season for you to find out what’s happening and choose which group you’d like to be a part of.


If you have any other questions about Small Groups please speak to Kevin or Sharon or email: burgesshill@kingdomfaith.com.



Bereavement Journey, The

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Bereavement can impact hugely and affect all areas of life. Developed at Holy Trinity Brompton and appreciated by thousands of people over 20 years, The Bereavement Journey is for anyone who has been bereaved at any time and in any way. By means of a series of films and discussion groups the course gently guides bereaved people through the most common aspects of grief, enabling them to process the implications for themselves and discern next steps.

The Bereavement Journey is a 6 week course that runs regularly throughout the year, either over Zoom or in person.  The groups are very relaxed and create a space for you to share, listen and process. The groups are facilitated by people who themselves have gone through bereavement.

If you would like more information or would like to sign up for the next course, please get in touch.

Small Group Leader: The Bereavement Journey Team

Meets weekly on Mondays
New courses starting 10th Oct over zoom & 1st Nov in person

Overseas Missions Prayer

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This Small Group meets to pray for our overseas workers who are currently serving in a number of countries around the world. We pray to support them with their needs and to see the Gospel touch many lives and fulfil the Great Commission.  We are currently meeting every other week over Zoom from 1 - 2:30 on a Wednesday where we're joined by one or two of our overseas workers to share with us what God has been doing with the people they are reaching, as well as time to pray for them and others we are supporting.

If you would like to join us or would like more information, please get in touch.

 

 

Small Group Leader: Linda Cleland

Meets fortnightly on Wednesdays at 12pm
Zoom

Prayer Academy Small Group

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We are a group of people that  believe that prayer makes a difference and we want to learn how to pray and see our prayer lives become more effective. If you want to see God move in you, your environment, work place, friends/family and town, then come and join us as we spend time together learning and praying.  We will be going through some KF Prayer Academy material about prayer and also put it into practice. Whether you have been praying for 5 minutes or 50 years there is something in this smallgroup for everyone! We will be meeting on Monday evenings starting the 17th of October at 7.30pm on Zoom (and sometimes in-person). Let's see God's will be done on earth as it is in heaven!

For more information  please do not hesitate to get in touch!

 

See you soon!

Small Group Leader: Sharon Vandeput

Meets weekly on Mondays at 7:30pm
Zoom + In-person

Prayer Group

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"Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them." (Matthew 18:19-20)

 

The Bible tells us that if we come together and pray, whatever we ask will be done. With this smallgroup we want to follow this invitation to corporate prayer and see things change as a result. We are going to come together and pray for the church and our congregation as well as our communities and those who don't know Jesus yet. 

 

Let's support each other in prayer and release God's Kingdom together in Burgess Hill and the surrounding areas!

 

We meet every week on Tuesday Evening from 7:30 - 8:30.

If you have any questions or you want to join this group, please get in touch!

Small Group Leader: Sabrina Obwaller and Veronica DaSilva

Meets weekly on Tuesdays at 7:30pm