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To find out more about Connection Groups we encourage you to join the next Connection Group Launch (Held in January and September of each year). You may also contact the Adult Minstry and Small Group Director David Sanders d-sanders@briarlakechurch.org or (770) 855-9261.
What is a Connection Group?
It is a group of up to 14 people who meet to study, share, challenge, and encourage one another.
Why Connection Groups?
This is a way to connect and develop friends you can count on for a reason, season, or a life-time.
What do Connection Groups do?
Each Connection Group is unique, but all worship God, study His Word, pray for one another, and find opportunities to serve and grow.
How long does a Connection Group last?
Briarlake Connection Groups are starting out with a 6-week commitment. After that, you may continue in your group or join another group.
Which Connection Group should I join?
Sign up for a group which best fits you:
Couple Groups – focus on husbands and wives growing relationally with God, each other, and other couples.
Men’s Groups – where guys engage, challenge, and encourage each other to rise up to be the man, the leader, the father, the husband, that God has called them to be.
Women’s Groups –focus on women's hearts, desires, and motivation on growing a relationship with God, His Word, and His kingdom.
Single Groups – respect, trust and accountability allow a dynamic group of singles to grow together in Christ.
Mixed Groups – where couples and singles with a great diversity of life experiences come together to engage, encourage and discover their unique God-given purpose.
Who can attend a Connection Group?
Everybody is invited. Join a group with your spouse, a friend or a neighbor.
What is the commitment when I join a Connection Group?
Joining requires a commitment to attend the weekly meetings. Naturally, there are times when conflicts arise, simply notify the Connection Group host and they will work with you.
When and where do Connection Groups meet?
Connection Groups meet throughout the week in homes at various locations in our neighborhoods. In addition, groups may meet at the church campus.
How do I sign up for a Connection Group?
You may join a Connection Group by contacting David Sanders at (770) 855-9261 or emailing him at d-sanders@briarlakechurch.org or submitting a Connection Group Join Form.
What about children?
Childcare varies by Connection Group. If your group meets on Sunday morning, childcare is provided by the Children's Ministry. If your group meets on Wednesday evenings at the church, childcare is available.
What if the Connection Group I join doesn’t fit me?
There is no obligation to stay in a Connection Group, but we do suggest that you try a group for a couple of weeks before trying another group.
What do Connection Groups study?
Each group chooses their own scripture based study. Groups may select a sermon series, specific Bible study, Christian literature, or relevant life issue. The church library has a varieity of DVD studies to choose from.