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LFC Groups are the most effective when they grow naturally out of everyday life. This worksheet is meant to help you reflect on your interests and imagine how God might use them to build community through an LFC Group. This is just a starting point; church leadership is here to walk with you as you refine and launch your group.
Step 1: Start With You
Answer Honestly:
What do I already enjoy doing?
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What activities or interests give me energy instead of draining me?
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What do I naturally invite other to do with me?
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Step 2: Identify Your Connection Point
Most groups form around one primary connection point. Check the option that fits best.
Shared interest or activity
Season of life or relationship
Spiritual growth or faith practice
Briefly describe that connection point:
Step 3: Define Your Group Type
Based on your connection point, which group type fits best?
Interest & Activity Group (e.g., sports, fitness, hobbies, or games)
Relational & Life-Stage Group (e.g., couples, parents, college, seniors)
Spiritual Growth Group (e.g., Bible discussion, prayer, devotional)
Group idea in one sentence:
"My group would be a place where people come together to..."
Step 4: Practical Details
This can change, but it helps to start with a plan.
Preferred meeting frequency:
Weekly
Monthly
Seasonal
Once per quarter
Preferred location(s):
Home
Church
Coffee Shop
Outdoors
Other
If you chose "other" for "Preferred locations" please describe below:
Ideal group size (target):
6-8
8-12
12-15
Other
If you chose "other" for "Ideal target size" please describe below:
Step 5: Co-Leadership
No one leads alone at LFC
Who might be a good co-leader with me?
Whey would they be a good fit?
Step 6: Support & Next Steps
You are not expected to do this alone
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What support whould help me feel confident starting this group?
Communication Help
Clarifying Expectations
Co-leader Support
Church leadership guidance
Questions or concerns I have:
You don't need all the answers to take the first step. If you are available, caring, and willing, God can use your obedience to build a meaningful community.
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