It is obvious from Scripture that believers should be involved in the worship of God, a vital Christian community, and ministering to others.  This is reflected in our three-fold priorities of Worship God, Love People, Reflect Christ.  Life Groups function as the primary mechanism for sharing lives centered on Christ and God’s Word. While each Life Group will take on its own personality, here are the basic elements that define a Life Group at Riverwood Community Chapel.

A Life Group is made up of 10 - 20 people meeting at least twice a month or every other week.  A typical Life Group meeting includes Bible study, prayer and shared lives.  While the central focus is Christ and God’s Word, this is accomplished in the context of shared lives.  Therefore each Life Group has a social, relational, fellowshipping atmosphere as well.

Life Groups are also Riverwood’s primary mechanism for care.  Each group has a Care Point Person who will coordinate care issues within the group and serve as the liaison between the group and the Riverwood Care Office.

Beyond shared lives, prayer, care and study; Reflecting Christ is another priority of the follower of Christ.  Life Groups foster an atmosphere of reflecting Christ within the church and/or to the world.