Thank you for your interest in being a journey group leader!
Journey groups are an integral part of what we do as a church. We believe that sustained life change occurs as we are growing in a relationship with Christ, and that this happens best when we are prioritizing intentional relationships with others who are seeking this same goal. Journey groups provide people with the opportunity to connect with others, grow in their relationship with Christ, and experience journey. Our journey group leaders create environments for people to develop and grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.
Since our journey group leaders play such an important role, we take great care when enlisting them. Please read through the information below to better understand the role, qualifications, and expectations of a leader. If, after consideration, you are interested in pursuing journey group leadership email kayl@westridge.com to request an application. Once we receive your application, we will coordinate an interview. Should you have questions regarding any of the following information, please call us at 770-222-2125.
Role of a Journey Group Leader
Journey group leaders are responsible for providing their groups with vision, direction, and support. Leaders are successful when they are personally on the West Ridge journey (Love God through worship, Grow in God through groups, Serve God through teams, Share God through outreach), and are leading their groups in such a way as to encourage the group members' growth in these areas as well. Journey group leaders are supported by a Journey Group Coach.
Qualifications
• Have a personal, growing relationship with Jesus Christ (preferably for two years or more)
• Recognize the Bible as the authority for their lives
• Have journey group experience (preferably)
• Be a member of West Ridge Church or pursuing membership
• Have the time, emotional capacity, and moral discernment to lead a group
Expectations
• Lead the group by facilitating the group meeting, monitoring its health and duration, and promoting participation among group members
• Commit to engage in leadership development opportunities provided by the church
• Identify and develop a qualified apprentice and embrace apprentice leader development as a measure of success
• For Married Journey Groups both husband and wife actively participate in all group leadership activities