Build a Group
Whether you’re gathering with old friends or inviting new faces, building a Bible study group is a meaningful way to grow in faith and community. With @Home, you’ll have everything you need for daily scripture study, reflection, and honest conversation. This guide will walk you through how to begin and stay connected throughout the study.
Connect with an existing group or start a new one with friends, neighbors, or coworkers—no special qualifications required.
BUILD OR FIND A GROUP
Select one or two leaders within your group who will host the weekly meetings and be in charge of communicating announcements with your group. It’s always helpful to have two leaders in case someone is out of town!
CHOOSE GROUP LEADERS
Choose a day and time for your group to meet and stick with it. For those wanting to follow the traditional Thursday Bible Study format and watch the lecture as a group, plan to meet on Thursdays from 11 am to 1 pm CST. Traditionally, groups allocate 45 minutes to an hour for discussion and 30 - 45 minutes for viewing the lecture.
SELECT A DAY AND TIME TO MEET
DOWNLOAD INTRO QUESTIONS AND GET STARTED
To get started, visit our Current Study page or select a study from our Archive. Each study begins with a set of discussion questions and an Intro video. Discussion questions are designed to guide your daily study of scriptures leading up to your weekly meeting and lecture video.
Keys to a successful group
TIPS AND TRICKS
Set a regular meeting time and stick to it. Consistency helps your group build trust, stay engaged in the study, and create a meaningful rhythm of reflection and connection. Whatever day and time you choose to meet, be disciplined in your start and stop times so members can plan their schedules accordingly.
CONSISTENCY
Prayer is a vital part of the @Home experience. Some groups may close with prayer requests or pray for one another in real time. Others might assign prayer partners or designate someone to collect and share requests privately. However your group approaches it, making prayer a regular part of your time together invites intimacy, support, and spiritual growth. Most groups allocate 15 minutes for the prayer component.
PRAYER
What’s shared in the group should stay in the group. Trust is built when everyone knows their words are safe. Avoid repeating personal details or sharing others’ answers, even with good intentions. A foundation of confidentiality allows group members to be honest, vulnerable, and open to transformation.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Everyone’s voice matters. Encourage each member to come prepared, contribute to the discussion, and engage with the week’s readings. Group leaders can help by gently guiding the conversation, creating space for quieter members, and keeping the discussion rooted in scripture.
PARTICIPATION
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Need Support?
Whether you’re starting your very first group or simply have a question, we're here to support you every step of the way. From practical guidance to encouragement and prayer, our team is happy to serve you however we can. We’re so glad to have you @Home!