“Growing...” This is describing our local disciple-making which stems from the Great Commission. In Matthew 28:18-20, Jesus says, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.” As a local church of believers we should be growing in maturity as we reflect the character of Christ and fruit of the Spirit. Below you will find how we want to intentionally make disciples with adults for the glory of God through Life Groups, Other Small Groups, and Sunday Classes & Seminars.
Life Groups
What are Life Groups?
Life Groups are the church’s primary small group avenue for discipleship. It is within these small communities that Christians can build personal relationships and make disciples by connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ with every day life. From the Gospels and the book of Acts, Jesus’ and the early church were often making disciples in a small group of people intentionally experiencing life together. Jesus’ disciple-making did not revolve around a class where He just told His followers how to live. Instead, His life and the Word was the content for His disciples. Our Life Groups are created for this purpose. While you certainly will build relationships with other believers, it will always be centered on the Word of God as we grow as disciples of Christ with one another. We believe that God is glorified as our Life Groups grow in their identity in Jesus, worship of God, in community with one another, and participate in the mission of making disciples, both locally and globally.
Where do they take place?
Composed of six to twelve people, groups meet in homes typically on the first and third Sunday evening of the month. All groups are led by trained lay-leaders from the congregation who receive continued oversight and support from our pastoral staff. These groups provide sanctuary from the pressures and anxieties of life. As God made us for community, we need fellow believers to help us apply the gospel to our lives. Our hope is that everyone who attends our church will be involved in a Life Group.
If you are interested in joining a Life Group, please contact the church office or the Welcome Center at church for a listing of groups in your area.
Other Small Groups
Alliance Men
The Men’s Ministry small group, also called The Alliance Men, is committed to helping men of all ages to become faithful followers of Jesus Christ by helping them seek and experience growth in their relationship with God and enable them to develop significant relationships with others.
Alliance Men meets on Wednesdays, 7 pm at Atlanta Road Alliance Church in the Library.
Men's Discipleship Training (MDT)
Men's Discipleship Training is a 1 year gospel-centered training to raise men from within our church that are godly, theologically solid, leading their families well, involved in church, and understanding what true servant leadership looks like. Wayne Grudem's book Bible Doctrine is the text as well as various articles, and Scripture memorization is used. Currently, they are meeting 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month at 6 am at the church facility.
Men's Bible Study Groups
Various men's Bible study groups of a couple of individuals meet throughout the week. Please contact the church office for when and where these groups meet. Some meet at homes, restaurants, or the church facility.
Alliance Women
Our Women’s Ministry small group, also known as Alliance Women, is committed to developing new and deeper friendships among women. At each meeting there is an opportunity to encourage each other through discovery in God’s Word. The Alliance Women are also actively committed to outreach in our community and supporting missions.
Alliance Women meets monthly throughout the year. Check the church calendar for Alliance Women meetings and events scheduled throughout the year.
Women's Bible Study Groups
Various women's Bible study groups of a couple of individuals meet throughout the week. Please contact the church office for when and where these groups meet. Some meet at homes, restaurants, or the church facility.
Alliance Seniors
The Seniors Ministry small group of the Atlanta Road Alliance Church provides Christ-centered activities which focus on the spiritual, educational, and social needs of those who are retired. The church is committed to integrating this diverse group of people with their gifts, talents, experiences and energy into the total life of the church family. Monthly fellowship lunches give this group a great opportunity to come together and listen to a guest speaker, see a travelogue, hear testimonies, or enjoy a special musician. Special outings are held periodically throughout each year.
Alliance Seniors meet for lunch on the first Monday of every month from September to May. Lunch starts at Noon and they meet in the church Fireside Room. Check the church calendar for other events scheduled throughout the year.
DivorceCare
DivorceCare is a special support small group where you can find help as you recover from the hurt of a separation or divorce. Each small group meeting is lead by people who understand the pain you as a person are experiencing in a marriage separation or divorce. Using the Word of God you will learn how God enables you to deal with the pain of the past and look forward to rebuilding your life.
DivoreceCare typically meets on Wednesdays. For current times and location, click on this link that gives relevant information and details concerning the group.
Sunday Classes & Seminars
The Sunday Classes are a supportive avenue for disciple-making to occur at Atlanta Road Alliance Church. They provide a classroom setting learning God’s Word and its implications for life together. They include a wide array of topics, such as: Bible overview, theology, apologetics, marriage, parenting, evangelism, and others. There are classes on individual books of the Bible too. You may want to take advantage of these classes to take a non-believer friend to (i.e. Christianity Explained class) or take a young believer to a class (i.e. Jump Start class) and use the material to disciple them.
All are welcome! Classes and seminars are primarily intended for adults, but high-schoolers are welcome to join in classes appropriate for them.
Classes are offered during the 9:45 - 10:45 am Sunday morning hour. Seminars will be scheduled on a regular basis. Please see our Events Calendar to check for upcoming seminars.
1:1 Discipleship
1:1 Discipleship is two people getting together to read the Word together, and be transformed by God's grace. Please contact the church office if you are interested in meeting with an individual for 1:1 discipleship.