God created us to live in community.
We are called to love, serve, encourage & pray for one another. Join a Home Group to be part of a community designed to do those things.
What is a Home Group?
Home Groups consist of around 6-12 people who commit to meet weekly for prayer, worship, Bible study & fellowship. Home Groups will meet in the home of the host and the group leader will facilitate discussion based on the message from the Sunday morning worship service.
Why should I be in a Home Group?
God created us to live in community. We are called to love, serve, encourage & pray for one another. Home Groups are represented in God's Word through Jesus' ministry and the early church, throughout church history & in the church today.
When/How can I sign up?
Sign up for a session anytime by:
Emailing or calling the the church office at Info@gatewayalliance.com / (607) 563-1120
Filling out a connect card and writing that you want to join a Home Group
Contact Bob Witherow, head of Home Group ministries - (607) 604-4081
What is the commitment?
Joining a Home Group requires a 10-week commitment to attend the weekly meetings as you are able. This commitment is the key to strong relationships and healthy groups.
How long does a Home Group last?
Each session is 10 weeks. The year is divided into three sessions (fall, winter, and spring) with a brief hiatus between sessions. Groups are able to meet during the summer informally if they choose to.
What if I miss church on Sunday?
Sunday morning services are available on YouTube and Facebook by Sunday afternoon. The service is also uploaded on to the church app (Gateway Alliance Church CMA) by Tuesday. These are all great resources for you to use and catch up if you couldn’t attend church on a Sunday.
What about childcare?
The church does not provide childcare. Each family is responsible for their own childcare arrangements. Sometimes it works best for families to share a sitter or to swap childcare with another family whose group meets on a different evening or time. If you are having trouble finding childcare, please contact the church office and we can help connect you with other families who are looking to swap or share childcare.
What if the Home Group is full or I can't meet at any of the available times?
If the Home Group you want to sign up for is full, you can choose another group that meets when you're available. If you are not available during any other times, please fill out an Availability Form and we will do our best to accommodate with new groups in the next session.