GROWTH GROUPS

A place to GROW
As our church family has grown larger on the Weekends and in TWO Campus locations in North Port we have attempted to grow smaller through our Growth Groups, Neighborhood Dinners and gender specific Discipleship groups of 3. These groups range from 3-12 people meeting together either in homes, coffee houses and offices across North Port. We provide semester based small groups three times per year. Our desire at New Hope Community Church is that everyone would become just as much "at home" in God's word as in community with God's people. Through various classes offered throughout North Port neighborhoods, we are challenging people new to Christianity, and those who are further along in their spiritual journey to participate in a Growth Group.

LIFE SHOULD NEVER BE LIVED ALONE! *Host or Join a Growth Group*

At New Hope, we believe that life is a team sport - best done together! Growth Groups are a great way to meet new friends, grow in your relationship with God, and just have fun! Group sessions run three times a year, for 6 to 10 weeks at a time, with one month off after each session. It's very similar to a college course schedule. Every group is BRAND NEW each session, so don't worry about being new - EVERYONE is! Sign-up below or Contact us at 941-276-5770. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Growth Groups Opportunities
We host semester based Growth Groups: meeting throughout the City of North Port and surrounding area during three semesters for 8 – 12 weeks at a time, to study and grow together. The three semesters are Winter/Spring Semester Feb. thru Apr., Summer Semester Jun. thru Aug., and Fall/Winter Semester Oct. thru Dec. The varying topics will come from the following areas: Bible 101, Grow & Go Discipleship, Marriage and Family, Restoration and Stewardship. Everyone will be welcome to join any of the home growth groups that will be going on. Your Neighborhood Hosts will help by informing you of what the Growth Groups will be studying and when and where they and the Discipleship Groups will meet.

Women of the WORD (EVERY other Saturday @8:30am)
Susan Boon
2145 Como St., Port Charlotte, FL
(501) 837-4686, "sboon8@yahoo.com

Kids Kingdom Class (EVERY Wednesday @6:30pm)
Lisa Bellmore
Classrooms @Main Campus 5600 S. Biscayne Drive
941-735-4410, kids@newhopeofnorthport.org

Band of Brothers (EVERY Wednesday @6am)
Eddie DeJesus
Fellowship Hall @Main Campus 5600 S. Biscayne Drive
941-276-5770, coach@newhopeofnorthport.org

Intercessory Prayer Group (EVERY Wednesday @6:30pm)
Alex Openchowski
Nursery Room @Main Campus 5600 S. Biscayne Drive
(941) 423-4267, fawopen@hotmail.com

Neighborhood DInner Opportunities

Our desire at New Hope is to create opportunities for you to develop authentic relationships with others. We envision neighborhoods where New Hope isn't just a building where people go to church, but where we are the church in the community - devoted to thinking, acting and being like Jesus. Our hope is to simplify peoples lives by giving them the freedom to grow and serve together as a community. We hope that through this opportunity, you will form new relationships and experience life transformation.

Boon Host Home
Jerry & Susan Boon
2145 Como St., Port Charlotte, FL
(501) 837-4686, "sboon8@yahoo.com

Clark Host Home
Bob & Vonda Clark
1450 Roosevelt Dr., Venice, Fl
941-497-3646, vondac3@gmail.com

DeJesus Host Home (bar-b-q with the pastor)
Eddie & Norma DeJesus
3459 Nemo Ave. North Port, Fl
941-276-5770, office@newhopeofnorthport.org

Mixell Host Home
Vance & Jean Mixell
1226 Timberhill St. North Port, Fl
(941) 426-0094, vance@newhopeofnorthport.org

Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of groups do you offer?
Our groups are all varied by interest. Some may do bible studies while others fellowship and ride motorcycles etc. We want you to meet other people while doing something you are interested in.

How often do the groups meet?
That is entirely up to the group Facilitator . Some are once a week, some are every other week and some are just once a month! The Facilitator will make all group members aware of the schedule.

How long is the commitment to the group?
Our semester groups run for three months. We know that interests change along with our schedules. We encourage you to commit to the three months in order to give those relationships a chance to grow.

How do I get in a group?
Simply sign up at Guest Services on the weekend, or on-line and then contact the group facilitator for exact details of dates, times and location. It’s that simple.

What about childcare?
Childcare is up to the individual group and the sign up information will indicate if a group offers childcare or not.

Registration for groups is open during the following times:
Fall Growth Groups: mid September to the beginning of October
Winter/Spring Groups: January to mid-February
Summer Groups: end of May to mid-June

What is a Group Host?
A group host simply opens their apartment or home to a group of 5-15 people for 6 to 10 weeks for a group to meet! You will be partnered with a facilitator who will run the logistics of your group. Requirements: Commitment to group meet with Attend one of the short training sessions that will be offered at the start of every Growth Group season. Details will be at Guest Services, on Facebook and on the website as the next growth group season approaches.

What is a Group Facilitator?
A group facilitator handles all of the logistics of a group. Whether it is a weekly gathering at a Home, coffee shop, Motorcycle Runs or a bible study; the group leader keeps everyone informed of the happenings of the group and leads the group each week. Please Sign up as a volunteer leaders. Requirements: Attend one of the short training sessions that will be offered at the start of every Growth Group season. Details will be at Guest Services, on Facebook and on the website as the next Growth Group season approaches.

Can I host AND lead a Group? Absolutely!

Look for new Growth Group, Discipleship Group and Neighborhood Dinner Opportunities!