Vineyard Church has numerous small groups, common interest groups, classes and ministries overseen by caring, committed leaders. We'd love for you to join the team!

What is a small group?

A small group is a group of about 6-15 people who do life together. They laugh, cry, learn from God’s Word, they pray, love, support, encourage, watch movies and eat popcorn, have fun, worship, and share life together. Through Small Groups we develop meaningful and vital relationships with others as we try to become a living example of the “body of Christ.”

What is a common interest group?

If you have an interest in something and want to use it to reach people who wouldn't normally come to church, we'd love to have you start a common interest group! Maybe you like to ride bikes, or drive motorcycles, or play a sport. Maybe you quilt or bowl or play board games. We'd love to have you start such a group at Vineyard Church! These groups are gateways for people coming back to Christ!

What is a class?

A class may involve studying a particular book of the Bible, learning the spiritual disciplines (like prayer, fasting, and meditation), going through a christian book together, or anything else.  A class is a short term group designed to teach you a particular subject matter.  Let us know if you're interested in teaching something at Vineyard Church! We have a whole library of materials to choose from, and if we don't have it, we can probably order it!

What is a ministry?

Ministry is the use of a person's gifts and talents, time and energy, in the service of the Kingdom of God. Here are some examples of ministries: computer repair, home repair, local moving, widow's support group, DivorceCare, GriefShare, Hope Ministry, etc. If you have a passion for ministering to people in some way, let us know and we'll help you get started.

What training is required to start a group?

Prior to starting your group we ask that you take Vineyard 101, Vineyard 201, and (for small group leaders) "How to Lead a Great Small Group".

We ask our leaders to take the following classes within one year of starting their group/class/ministry: Vineyard 301, Encounter God, and Learning to Minister Like Jesus.

How do I get started?

If you are interested in starting a group, class, or ministry at Vineyard Church, we recommend you start by taking Vineyard 101 and Vineyard 201. Also, let our small group pastor, Roger Sodsod, know of your interest in starting a group. You can either email him at this link, or call the church at 816.734.8100.