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What is a Small Group?

A Small Group is 5-22 people who build a caring community seeking spiritual transformation as they get to know and care about one another and serve God.  Small group members come together to:

• BELONG in a caring group of people where you are known and have the chance to build authentic spiritual friendships.
• BECOME more like Christ by pursuing spiritual growth through prayer, Bible study, and other personal and group spiritual practices.
• BLESS by serving with others using gifts and callings.  Demonstrate Christ's love for the world, and and help form new groups to benefit others.
   

How can I become involved?
If you enjoy the fellowship and worship of Sunday morning, but would feel more comfortable asking questions or sharing personal experiences in a more intimate group of friends, a small group is a good way to go.  You will meet new people, have opportunities to grow in faith, and share your faith, and also serve your church and community.

To get started, email our Small Group Coordinators, Becky White (beckywhite2@gmail.com) or Nina Clippard (ninaclippard@comcast.net) with the following information:  your name, phone number and address, group preference (age grouping you would prefer, or mixed aged -- gender specific or mixed -- singles, couples, or mixed) and days/evenings you are available to meet.   Most groups meet in member homes, although some groups meet in local restaurants, at church, or in other locations.  You will be contacted to be matched with a small group to visit.  If you enjoy your experience, you can join that group.  Otherwise, other opportunities will be identified.

If you are interested in serving in leadership in our small group ministry, contact Pastor Tom Campbell-Schmitt at standrewspdx@qwestoffice.net.  Training opportunities are available throughout the year.

The Opportunity
Community.  God created us to live in relationships, with each other and with God.  Authentic community involves sharing life together and connecting on many levels with others in a group setting.
Group Development.  Every group goes through various stages as members get to know each other, come to care about each other, bond and mature together.  The process is like the human life cycle in many ways.
Bible Study.  God provided the Bible as an "instruction manual" for us.  We need to study the Bible to better understand God and our own purpose.  The process of study and discussion in a group will help us to grow in faith and spiritual maturity.
Change.  Part of the purpose of belonging to a group is to facilitate your own growth and change, as God leads you toward a clearer understanding of what it is to follow Christ as a disciple.  This happens when we take the risk to allow God to speak to us through the interactions with a group.
Healing and Redemption.  Healing happens best in the context of a caring community of friends.  Small groups help us to see ourselves through the eyes of others, to share our stories and fears, and ultimately to be released from the things that keep us from being the people God intended us to be.
Mission.  God wants us to make a positive difference in the world, through acts of service and love.  This involves setting the captives free, healing the broken-hearted, and sharing the life-changing truth of Christ.

Name	Category ↓	City	Time	Focus	Details
High School Youth Group	Youth Group	Portland	11:30am Sunday	High School students	View »
Angels	Women's Fellowship	Portland	10:00am Wednesday	Women	View »
St. Andrew's Quilters	Women's Fellowship	Portland	09:30am Thursday	Women	View »
Dorcas Circle	Women's Fellowship	Portland	11:00am Wednesday	Women	View »
Men's Breakfast Group	Men's Fellowship	Portland	06:30am Wednesday	Men	View »
Mariners	Mariner Fellowship	Portland	01:00am Sunday	Adults	View »
Sunday 9:00 am Small Group	Alignment Small Group	Portland	09:00am Every Sunday	Small Groups	View »
Sunday 11:30 am Small Group	Alignment Small Group	Portland	11:30pm Every Sunday	Small Group Alignment	View »
Buds	20's-30's Fellowship - Buds	Portland	12:00am Sunday	20s and 30s	View »

Home-Based Small Group Leaders:

Connie Humphries
Linda Jessell
Ellen Krusi
Jim and Barbara Leahey
Larry and Carol Patterson
Jim and Beverly Ruggles
Jeff and Lori Sweeney


Top Priority
Developing a culture of small groups is a priority at St. Andrew's.  It is seen as the key to our strength as a congregation, deepening our spiritual passion for God, and reaching out to our community to meet felt needs.


Typical Ground Rules:
We prioritize our meetings;
We show up and participate;
All opinions are respected;
All conversations are confidential;
We want to learn and grow;
We will support each other;
We are accountable to each other;
We will invite others to join us;
We will serve our church.

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