What is a Small Group? Is it Bible Study? 

Small Groups are made up of about 8-12 people who meet to discuss faith, may explore the message of a particular program, currently our program is Faith & Fellowhip, and support one another in their relationship with Christ. While prayer is an important part of our Small Group environments, they are not Prayer Groups.  Small Groups are not Bible Study or Adult Education classes. Small Groups are the place you connect with other growing disciples in a more personal environment.

What happens in a Small Group?

Groups meet in members’ homes and usually begin with casual conversation then prayer. (During COVID:  will meet via Zoom, or if group agrees:  in person with appropriate social distancing and mask)  Group members discuss and apply God’s word to their own lives. Meetings end with group prayer.

Are Small Groups just discussion groups?

Our Small Groups are more than just discussion groups.  They are environments for growing discipleship in authentic and caring ways.  Small Groups strive to be the place for Church members to find support, encouragement and care. Great friendships have developed out of our Small Groups.  Group members face the challenges of life together, have fun together, share a meal, or reach out in service projects.

How do Small Groups get started?

We have two sign-up events a year (one in the Fall and one in the Winter) where we either form new groups or find a place in an existing Small Group.

How long do Small Groups meet?

The general meeting time is approximately an hour and a half (90 minutes). Often small groups augment this time with social time before and/or after the 90 minute meeting time.

How long is my commitment to Small Groups?

We encourage each Small Group to grow together through a Season.  There is a Fall Season from the beginning of October through mid-November, and a Lenten Season during the six weeks of Lent in the spring. 

What kind of group can I join?

Most groups are mixed adults (men, women and couples). A few are Men's groups or Women's groups. Many groups meet in the evening during the week with a number of groups meeting on the weekend or during the day. We can find a group time that works for you.

Do I need any kind of qualification, is there a fee?

You don't have to be a member or a Catholic to join a Small Group at St. Agnes Parish. Everyone is welcome. We encourage all our Church members to join a group and invite their friends. The parish purchases the program materials and fees; group participants can help support the program by contributing to the cost of your book, about $15.

How do I learn more or sign up?

Follow this link to sign up for a Small Group.  Someone from our Small Group Team will get back to you as soon as possible.