Connect Group

Connect Group Overview

Connect Group is a 4-week, quarterly gathering designed for newcomers and unconnected attendees to explore life at CLCC. Hosted in a warm, home environment, each session combines shared meals, authentic conversations, and helpful teaching to foster connection, clarity, and belonging.

Participants will:

  • Build meaningful relationships with pastors, leaders, and others new to CLCC.
  • Hear the heart behind our church's mission: Transforming lives toward wholeness in Christ for the sake of others.
  • Learn about our core values, discipleship pathways, and spiritual growth opportunities.
  • Explore ways to get connected through groups, service, and potential partnerships.

Whether you're brand new or have been attending for a while, Connect Group is a safe and welcoming space to ask questions, meet others, and take your next step in the life of our church.

Details

Duration
4 weeks
Frequency
Quarterly (February, April (4/12–5/3), July, October)
Format
In-person gatherings hosted in a welcoming home environment
Audience
Newcomers and unconnected attendees
Schedule
Sunday afternoons (approx. 2 hours per session)
Goal
To build meaningful relationships, introduce the heart of our church, and invite participants into deeper connection and possible partnership
Materials
Booklets distributed during Week 1 containing the church mission, values, seminar overview, and next steps

Weekly Outline

Week 1: Vision & Values

  • Sharing meal (1:30pm)
  • Icebreakers & group introductions (2–2:30)
  • Share personal stories: “How did you come to CLCC?” (2:30–3:30)
  • Meet the pastors & leaders (short personal introductions)
  • Overview of church mission: “Transforming lives toward wholeness in Christ.”
  • Introduction to the Five Core Values of the church

Week 2: Pathways to Wholeness

  • Sharing meal
  • Icebreakers
  • Church history
  • Theological Foundations (with Q&A)
  • Overview of our Discipleship Pathway: (LL, EHS, DT, LT, ET)
  • The Five Pillars of Wholeness in Christ - Seminars

Week 3: Getting Connected

  • Sharing meal
  • Icebreakers
  • Introduce Community Groups (Vision, Structure, how to join)
  • Ministry Opportunities (CM, youth, CG, worship, welcoming, outreach, etc.)
  • Invite feedback on areas they want to grow in

Week 4: Taking Next Steps

  • Sharing meal
  • Icebreakers
  • Practical New Steps: How to join a group or serve
  • Invitation to join a Partnership Class - For those who are ready, schedule a meeting with a pastor.