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Small Groups
 Small groups are a vital part of church life, for in small groups, relationships are formed to help us in following God and reaching out to others. Most people who are in a small group stay more faithful God, have closer Christian friendships, and are better at sharing their faith with others.
Our small groups take different forms and formats, but most involve some type of meal or fellowship time, Bible study, prayer, and outreach or service. Some groups emphasize one aspect more than others. Most of these groups meet weekly on Sunday night, but others meet on Wednesday night or at other times. Some groups have a geographic grouping, some are more age-group specific, and some have a mix of ages and are "intergenerational."
Additionally, some of our ministries have a type of small group dynamic with a particular focus, such as fellowship groups, ladies' Bible study, or service types of groups (e.g., clothes closet), and these types of groups can be found in those ministry areas on the website.
Several of our new groups have begun as Story of Redemption studies and have continued to meet and have a strong outreach focus. The Story of Redemption is an eight week study designed to tell the overall story of the Bible, helping to lead a person to faith in Jesus Christ and a lived out life of service and mission. These study groups usually contain a mix of long time Christians and seekers who have been unchurched or are new to following Christ.
If you are interested in participating in a small group contact us at
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or (214) 544-6565 or
contact one of the small group leaders below. For help in starting a group, training and/or resources, contact James Nored at
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(especially for Story of Redemption and outreach groups) or Bryan Sharp at
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Here are our small groups and group leaders, with an interview of each leader about the group's focus and makeup:
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Below is an interview with Claude Reynolds about this connection group, which also goes by the name "Sonshiners."
 What is the make-up (age, life situation) of your group?
Age - 65 and up; retired; two ladies work part-time; couples, widows and widowers.
- How long has your group been in existence?
Approximately 8 years
- What are the typical elements of your group meeting?
Prayer requests and prayers, singing (2 or 3 songs), bible study, eating and fellowship
- What is the primary focus of the group? (fellowship, Bible study, service, outreach, prayer, etc.)
Prayer; Bible study; fellowship; mutual support and encouragement.
- What studies, outreaches, service projects is your group currently engaged in?
Mostly textural bible study. Presently I John taught by Gary Anderson.
Recently we watched Rick Atchley's "Amazing Place" series on heaven. We met in one of the portable buildings and invited guests for that.
As our group is older there have been/are lots health issues that need support. There have been four deaths. Three of the widows, one remarried, are still part of the group. We try to keep in touch and help each other when needed. One of our group has numerous health problems and we have given personal, emotional and financial support to encourage this person.
We also have four men fish together at every opportunity.
- How many are in your group? (estimated total) How many are typically at a group meeting?
15 regular members, 4 part time (that live in McKinney parttime); 12 average attendance
- When and where does your group typically meet?
Sunday evening at 6 P.M. in homes, limited meetings June-August and December
- What are some of the best memories/moments that you have had in your group?
Annual summer fish fry and annual Super Bowl party that often attracts visitors.
- What contact information (email/phone) should people use if they are interested in this group?
Claude and Ima Jean Reynolds 972-540-5987 ,
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Bill and Cloise Green 972-529-9698 ,
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Below is an interview with Susan Balog about this connection group.
- What is the make-up (age, life situation) of your group?
Our group consists of a core group of 4 families (2 with children, 2 without) as well as a couple of "single agains". We range in age from early 30's to early 50's with the kids ranging from 2 to 16.
- How long has your group been in existence?
We have been in existance for almost 6 years now, having started as a "multiple" of a larger group which outgrew the homes of the original members.
- What are the typical elements of your group meeting?
Bible study, fellowship, prayer with the newest addition of service in the form of Habitat for Humanity.
- What is the primary focus of the group? (fellowship, Bible study, service, outreach, prayer, etc.)
Our primary focus is twofold: fellowship & prayer. By getting to know each other well, we are open to share our needs so that the group may pray more effectively for each other.
- How many are in your group? (estimated total) How many are typically at a group meeting? A typical group meeting has our family of 6 plus another 4 or 6 members. If we were all to meet, there would be almost 25 of us.
- When and where does your group typically meet? Because two of our families have 4 children, we have found it most convenient to meet right after worship on Sunday at either a member's home or at a nearby restaurant or park to share a meal.
- What are some of the best memories/moments that you have had in your group?
We recently worked together on painting one of our member's house while he was off in Russia for the LTC mission trip. The look on his face when he returned home and discovered that we had done in one week what he thought would take him over a month was priceless.
- What contact information (email/phone) should people use if they are interested in this group? Anyone interested in attending our group meetings just needs to find us after service. We sit over by the Deaf Ministry. You can e-mail or call also.
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or 972-547-4366
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Here is an interview with Carolyn Wilson:
- What is the make-up (age, life situation) of your group?
Our group is currrently made up of single women at or near retirement age, but we would welcome any women who would wish to be a part of a women's group,regardless of their marital status or age.
- How long has your group been in existence?
We began meeting meeting in February 2009, We meet once each month on Sunday evening. Our meeting dates are set several months in advance .
- What are the typical elements of your group meeting?
Our meetings consist of a meal together, devotional thought, a time of discussion and prayer. We are currently searching for a service project we can participate in as a group.
- What is the primary focus of the group? (fellowship, Bible study, service, outreach, prayer, etc.)
The purpose of the group is to provide an environment where women can form relationships with other women and be encouraged by them. It is also meant to be a place that we can invite others, both from church and the community, who would be blessed by being part of a group such as this. We pray earnestly for each other and for others that we are aware of that need prayer. We utilize e-mail to make each other aware of recent prayer needs. We also attempt to shepherd to the women in our group that are struggling.
- What studies, outreaches, service projects is your group currently engaged in?
Our group collects canned goods each time we meet which are delivered to the Food Pantry. We adopted a Christmas Angel as a group. We collect money each month to assist with various needs that we are made aware of through the church office in our community.
- How many are in your group? (estimated total) How many are typically at a group meeting?
We currently have 19 members, most are from High Pointe and 4 are not. We encourage our women to invite others from High Pointe who may not be well-connected, as well as women from the community. We usually have 12-16 at a typical meeting.
- When and where does your group typically meet?
Mainly my house,unless someone else volunteers to host.
- What are some of the best memories/moments that you have had in your group?
As we have gotten to know each other better and share stories with one another, we have found that we have experienced many of the same struggles and have celebrated many of the same victories. We are attempting to build community among this group of women that we believe will sustain us as we continue through life. Each of us acknowledge how important the church community has been to us in the past and wish to continue to nurture that for the future.
- What contact information (email/phone) should people use if they are interested in this group? Carolyn Wilson -214-407-6621
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Below is an interview with Dave Epley about this group.
- What is the make-up (age, life situation) of your group? Mostly over 50, but have some early 30's up.
- How long has your group been in existence?
1 year
- What are the typical elements of your group meeting?
Study, prayer, snacks, and fellowship.
- What is the primary focus of the group? (fellowship, Bible study,
service, outreach, prayer, etc.)
We really try to include all aspects with no particular focus. For example every once in a while we just go to a restaurant and eat. Most times we have a Bible study.
- What studies, outreaches, service projects is your group currently
engaged in?
- How many are in your group? (estimated total) How many are typically at a
group meeting?
10-14 people.
- When and where does your group typically meet?
Prosper area.
- What are some of the best memories/moments that you have had in your
group?
Being in homes at 6 PM on Sundays.
- What contact information (email/phone) should people use if they are
interested in this group?
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