Tusculum

Each fall, you can sign-up to become a host or a participant of a Life Group. The role of a host is to ensure your group has a meeting place each week (whether it’s your home, the home of someone else in your group, the church building, or even a park or restaurant), that a meal has been planned, and facilitate discussion and prayer around the set of discussion questions from the week’s sermon as provided by Mark Adams.

The role of a participant is to show up each week and contribute to the conversations, help with meal prep/contribute to the meal, and step in should your host need help with anything.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at church@tusculum.org if you cannot find an answer to your question.

As a host, what happens if I will be out of town during our normal meeting time?

Just make sure someone else in your group is able to host that week.

What about my children?

Bring them! Children need to see their parents in community. Communicate with your group if your child has specific food or attention needs. If you feel like the children in your group are a distraction during discussion and prayer time, designate someone (adult or teen) each week in your group to watch the kids. And remember- even if YOU feel like your children are annoying, others in your group may find them a joy to have around.

What if I don’t like the group I’m in?

We get it. Not all personalities mesh together. Focus on the things in your group that you can appreciate and learn from. Each group will only be together during a school year so by this time next year, you’ll have a whole new group.

I’m interested in being a host but not sure how to facilitate discussion.

Reach out and let us know. Will Tidwell can provide tips and pointers and will be available to help guide you through the process.

Do I have to use the provided discussion questions?

You are welcome to use another devotional or your own content if you feel the Lord leading you in that direction.

Do we have to have a meal planned?

While we do encourage meeting around a meal for the communal benefit, if your group decides they would rather not do a meal, that’s totally fine! If your group is not comfortable with potluck style, feel free to plan a pizza night or have everyone chip in for takeout/catering. Meal time does not have to be complicated! If you’re not sure what to plan, rest assured that sandwiches and chips are always ok.

What if I’ve missed the initial sign-up period?

Tapestry groups are always open! If you’re ready to jump into a community filled with love and discipleship, we welcome you at any time! Just fill out the sign-up form located below and you will be placed in a group that best fits your availability.

How often do the groups meet?

We encourage groups to meet on a regular, consistent basis, but each group will determine what that means for their own group. Some groups like to meet on a weekly or biweekly basis, while other groups like to meet on a monthly basis. Keep in mind that the more opportunities there are to connect, the more opportunities there are for discipleship.

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