What is a cell group?   
Cell groups are small groups of people that meet weekly in homes throughout the city for friendship and spiritual growth.  At Living Hope, our cell groups are defined by gender and age; we have men’s groups, women’s groups and also cell groups for youth and young adults (also for girls and guys). 

What is the idea behind cell groups? 
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think if the word “cell”?  If you thought of a cell like what you learned about in science class, you’re not far off the idea behind the cell groups at Living Hope.  In your science class, you probably learned that cells are the building blocks of life.  They serve a purpose, they grow, and they multiply.  Cell groups at Living Hope are similar.  Cell groups are about giving and sharing life, growing together and even multiplying, giving emerging leaders the chance to function.  

What is the purpose of cells? 

• Sharing life together.  Cell groups are place for friends to enjoy life together.
• Growing together.  Cell groups are a place where we learn how to follow Jesus together.
• Working together.  Cell groups are all about knowing that God has called us to make a difference in our world and as we grow together we also work together to minister to a hurting world.

• Relationship – Being in a cell group is one of the key ways you that you will find meaningful friendships at Living Hope.
• Care and support – When you are in a cell group, you know that you have friends and a cell leader that are there to help and support you, especially during the difficult seasons of life.
• Leadership – Being in a cell group connects you to a cell leader who can help you grow in your relationship with God and in becoming the person that God wants you to be.
• Giving – A cell group is place where you are needed.  Cell groups are not just about what you get, but it’s also about what you give.  Being in a cell group will give you the opportunity to discover, develop and release your gifts and abilities to serve God and others.  You may even get the opportunity to lead your own cell group if that’s what you desire.