COMMUNITY
Join a Group
Sunday mornings are where we gather.
Small groups are where we grow.
WHY GROUPS?
You Weren’t Meant to
Do This Alone
You can attend church for months and still feel like a stranger. That’s not how it’s supposed to work. The early church didn’t just gather in the temple. They met in homes, broke bread together, and shared their lives. That’s what small groups are.
A small group is 6 to 12 people who meet regularly to study Scripture, pray for each other, and build the kind of relationships where you’re actually known, not just seen. It’s where faith gets personal.
If Sunday morning is the front door of the church, a small group is the living room. And the living room is where real life happens.
TYPES OF GROUPS
Find Your Fit
Every group has a different flavor, but they all share the same goal: helping you grow closer to God and the people around you.
Bible Study Groups
Weekly verse-by-verse study through books of the Bible. No prior knowledge required, just a willingness to learn. We move at a pace that lets everyone ask questions and dig in.
Meets weekly · Coed · Open to allMen’s Ministry
Brotherhood, accountability, and growth. A place where men can be honest about what they’re facing and sharpen each other without judgment. Iron sharpens iron.
Meets regularly · Men onlyWomen’s Ministry
A place for women to study God’s Word together, encourage one another, and build friendships rooted in faith. Whether you’re a new believer or have walked with Christ for decades, you belong here.
Meets regularly · Women onlyCouples & Families
Strengthening marriages and parenting together. Connect with other couples navigating the same season of life, raising kids, building a marriage, and growing in faith as a family.
Meets regularly · Couples welcomeWHAT TO EXPECT
A Typical Group Night
No need to wonder what you’re walking into. Here’s how it usually goes.
Show Up & Settle In
Groups meet in homes around Wellington and Fort Collins. Arrive, grab a seat, catch up with people. No formality, just the kind of warmth you’d expect from friends.
Open the Word
Someone leads the group through a passage of Scripture or a discussion tied to the Sunday message. Questions are welcome. Silence is fine. Nobody’s put on the spot.
Share & Talk
This is the part people don’t expect to love, and then it becomes their favorite part. How’s your week going? What are you wrestling with? What’s God doing in your life? Real conversations, real people.
Pray Together
The group closes in prayer for each other, for the church, for whatever’s on your heart. If praying out loud isn’t your thing yet, that’s completely fine. Nobody will ask you to.
Most groups meet for about 90 minutes, typically one evening per week. Some groups share a meal together. Kids are welcome in family groups. The atmosphere is relaxed, the conversation is real, and you’ll leave knowing you belong somewhere.
OPEN GROUPS
Current Groups
Here’s what’s meeting right now. New groups launch throughout the year.
Gospel of John Study
OpenVerse-by-verse study through the Gospel of John. Open to everyone, no prior Bible knowledge needed.
Men’s Fellowship
OpenBrotherhood and accountability. Discussion, prayer, and the kind of honesty that makes men better husbands, fathers, and followers of Christ.
Couples & Families
OpenYoung couples navigating marriage, parenting, and faith together. Kids are welcome. Dinner is usually involved.
Women’s Fellowship
OpenBible study, prayer, and genuine friendship. A space for women to encourage one another, grow in God’s Word, and walk through life’s seasons together.
More Groups Coming
New groups launch throughout the year.
Let us know what you’re looking for.
COMMON QUESTIONS
About Small Groups
Do I need to know the Bible to join a group?
Not at all. Many people in our groups are reading the Bible seriously for the first time. That’s exactly what groups are for, learning together. There’s no test, no homework, and no pressure to have all the answers.
Will it be awkward?
The first time might feel a little new, like any first time anywhere. But our group leaders are warm, welcoming people who know how to make newcomers feel at ease. By the second or third meeting, most people say it feels like home.
What if I can’t make it every week?
Life happens. Kids get sick, work runs late, schedules shift. Our groups understand that. Consistency matters, but perfection doesn’t. Come when you can. You’ll always be welcome when you show up.
Can I bring my kids?
It depends on the group. Our couples and family groups are designed with kids in mind. They’re part of the experience. For Bible study and men’s groups, it varies. Just ask when you sign up and we’ll find the right fit.
How do I actually sign up?
Just use the sign-up button on this page or reach out to us through the contact page. We’ll connect you with a group leader who will personally welcome you and give you all the details. No forms, no bureaucracy.
What if I try a group and it’s not the right fit?
No hard feelings. Not every group is for every person. If the fit isn’t right, let us know and we’ll help you find another one. The goal is to get you connected, not to lock you into something that doesn’t work.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Don’t Do Life Alone
A seat is already waiting for you. Sign up today and we’ll connect you with a group that fits your season, your schedule, and your life.
Questions? Call (970) 672-6351 or email info@nlcchurch.org