At Templestowe Baptist Church, LifeGroups are a vital part of how we live out our faith in community. We believe that spiritual growth happens best in the context of authentic relationships, where people gather regularly to share life, deepen their relationship with God, and support one another in love and prayer. LifeGroups are more than just another church activity—they are one of the primary ways we become the church together

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Purpose of LifeGroup​

Life Groups exist to help people:

• Grow in their relationship with God

• Build meaningful connections with others

• Live out their faith in everyday life

 

These groups are not just about Bible content or scheduled meetings. They’re about being part of each other’s lives—rejoicing in the highs, supporting one another through the lows, and becoming more like Christ together. As the early church did, we meet regularly to encourage one another, break bread, pray, and carry one another’s burdens (Acts 2:42–47; Galatians 6:2).

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What Happens in a LifeGroup​

While each LifeGroup has its own rhythm and personality, every group is rooted in three core elements:

 

• Relationships – Building genuine friendships and trust over time

• Faith Practices – Engaging with the Bible, praying together, and sometimes worship

• Life Together – Sharing meals, stories, struggles, joys, and serving others

 

Some groups discuss Sunday’s message or go through Bible reading plans using the YouVersion Bible App. Others gather around shared interests—such as board games, basketball, or community service—with faith conversations woven in. Some nights you might open your Bible. Other nights you might open up about what’s really going on in your heart. Either way, Life Groups are a space where faith and life meet.

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More Than A Bible Study​

We intentionally call them LifeGroups because they’re about more than just study. They’re about sharing everyday life in a Christ-centred way. While the Bible remains central to our faith, we believe God transforms us as we walk with Him in community. Life Groups are places of grace, accountability, growth, and belonging.

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Leadership and Support

LifeGroup leaders don’t lead alone. We provide training, helpful content, and support from our Life Groups team to walk with you as you grow into the role. Leaders are encouraged to facilitate, not dominate—helping others feel welcome, drawing out discussion, and praying with their group as they journey through life together.

 

Starting a new group is simple:

 

• Fill out the Life Group Leader application form

• Meet with a Life Groups team leader for support and onboarding

• Invite others, begin meeting, and see what God does in your group

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Shared Foundations

All LifeGroups at TBC are shaped by our core Christian beliefs. We uphold the authority of Scripture, the saving work of Jesus Christ, the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, and the hope of Christ’s return. While we may differ on convictions or opinions, we are united around the essentials—and we approach every conversation with humility, grace, and a posture of learning.