LifeGroup Registration

LifeGroup Registration

This registration will be reviewed by the Office of Ministry and Missions before approval can be given to facilitate an official LifeGroup this semester. The information you share will help your LifeGroup and ensure that every student can find a group that fits their needs.
- We provide opportunities for students and employees of Southern Adventist University to:
  - BELONG in spiritual small group communities,
  - BEHOLD God personally, and
  - BECOME empowered as disciple makers of Jesus Christ!
  We pray that through the baptism of the Holy Spirit, your LifeGroup will experience radical spiritual transformation this semester.
  
  LifeGroup Leader Description & Expectations:
  - You are either a currently-enrolled student or employee at Southern Adventist University (or affiliated with a local church small group ministry).
  - You are actively following Jesus and desire to lead others in growing their faith.
  - You will facilitate a biblically-based small group in alignment with Seventh-day Adventist beliefs.
  Before You Lead
  - Have a co-leader.
  - Attend LifeGroup Orientation on September 5, 2026 from 9am-11:30am (required for all student leaders; co-leaders welcome) and January 16, 2027 for winter semester. Choosing not to attend may cause you to forfeit your ability to lead a LifeGroup this semester unless you have contacted lifegroups@southern.edu prior to the event.
  - Determine the title, content, and location of your weekly LifeGroup.
  Launching Well
  - Recruit members to your LifeGroup at GroupLink on September 11, 2026 (and January 22, 2027 for winter semester) from 7:30-8:20pm.
  - Facilitate a weekly LifeGroup meeting (minimum of one hour).
  - Submit electronic attendance for each LifeGroup meeting (20 people per group max).
  - Meet with your designated LifeGroup Coach once a week (for student-led LifeGroups).
  What You're Building Toward
  - Facilitate opportunities for your LifeGroup to engage in outreach throughout the semester.
  - Facilitate your LifeGroup for at least 10 weeks of the semester.
  - Have a group multiplication mindset.
- Leader's Name*
  
  First NameLast Name
- Leader's (Southern) ID Number*
- Leader's Phone Number*
  Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
- Leader's Email*
  example@southern.edu
- Leader's Major*
- Leader's Current Class Standing*
- Leader's T-Shirt Size*
  Unisex sizes.
- What is your experience leading a LifeGroup?*
- What is your primary motivation for leading a LifeGroup?*
  
  Creating a space for spiritual growthBuilding spiritually-deep communityContinuing something I’ve experienced beforeSpending intentional time with a group of friendsOther
- Regarding my spiritual walk, I would say I currently...*
  
  Do not believe in Christ, and I am not interested in exploring what it means to be Christian.Believe in God, but I am not sure about Christ. My faith is not a significant part of my life.Believe in Jesus and am working on what it means to get to know Him and share that love with others.See Christ as assisting me in life and leading me to a much deeper love of family and others.Have an intimate relationship with Jesus that motivates me to share Him with others through ministry, service, or missions.
- Are you interested in pursuing any or all of the following co-curricular badges available to LifeGroup leaders who complete one end-of-semester survey in addition to the above requirements? This digital badge may be used to showcase your skills to potential employers just like other badges you may see on LinkedIn. Check any or all badges you may be interested in pursuing:
  
  Teamwork Badge: Diverse Perspectives - Earning this badge shows potential employers you are able to demonstrate flexibility and teachability in the area of seeking, respecting, and facilitating diverse perspectives.Teamwork Badge: Conflict Resolution - Earning this badge shows potential employers you are willing to collaborate and able to address conflict constructively, actively listen, communicate openly, and remain impartial and calm.Teamwork Badge: Building Cohesiveness - Earning this badge shows potential employers that you are able to support a constructive team climate, create an environment where all participants contribute, treats team members respectfully, uses positive communication, and motivates teammates.
- Co-Leader Name (if you have one)
  
  First NameLast Name
- Co-Leader's Phone Number
  Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
- Name of LifeGroup*
  This will be displayed online for prospective members to see.
- What will your LifeGroup be like week-to-week? What can someone expect if they join? (e.g. This LifeGroup is for individuals looking for ___. Each week we will ___. We hope that by the end of the semester each member will ___.)*
  This information will be published on our website for prospective members
- What best describes the community you hope to build in this LifeGroup?*
  Select the option that best matches your vision for this group.
- Has this LifeGroup been connected to any LifeGroups from previous semesters?*
  Select the option that most closely applies.
- What type of LifeGroup are you going to be leading?*
  What qualifies as a LifeGroup? LifeGroups are designed to foster spiritual transformation through consistent small-group community (of no more than 20 members). Becasue of this, LifeGroups are distinct from: 1) clubs or student organizations, 2) Sabbath schools or church-run programs, 3) large gatherings without consistent relational connection. If your idea overlaps with any of these, or if you're unsure where your idea fits, we'd love to help guide you toward another opportunity that better fits your vision, even if it's outside of LifeGroups.
- As you think about this semester, what do you sense God might want to do through your LifeGroup? As a result of being engaged in your LifeGroup, what do you hope members will experience by the end of the semester?*
  Enrichment credit is connected to LifeGroups that actively foster spiritual engagement, participation, and consistent community. Groups that function primarily as social or academic gatherings may not meet this expectation.
- What do you think might be most challenging about leading this group?*
- Member type*
- Day of LifeGroup*
- Time of LifeGroup (may not be held during University Vespers 6pm-8pm Fridays or Saturdays before 3pm)*
- LifeGroup Location (LifeGroup leaders must make their own reservations for any of the following locations. All residential locations such as Southern Village apartments or off-campus residences must provide an address by selecting "other"):*
  
  Bietz Center for Student LifeHackman Hall Conference CenterHickman Science CenterMcKee Library Study RoomsOutdoors (primarily)Residence Halls (Tagle, Thatcher, or Thatcher South)Summerour HallUniversity ChurchVirtual (e.g. Zoom)Southern Village/Mountain Cottages/Etc. (provide info below)Other (provide info below)
- Building Name & Number (or address)
- Feel free to follow this link if you'd like more ideas on spaces to reserve! This is not a mandatory step, but for informational purposes.
- Are you interested in having your LifeGroup serve together as a part of MLK Jr Service Day on January 18, 2027?*
  
  Yes - Please contact me to make arrangements.Maybe - I need more information before I can commit.No - I'm not interested at this time.
- Do you desire a table at GroupLink to market your LifeGroup to other students?*
  LifeGroup leaders may bring materials relevant to their group. A general sign with your LifeGroup title and basic info will be provided. Provided for you is a circular tall pedestal table approximately 30 inches wide.
- Visibility & Enrollment of LifeGroups Online
  
  All individual group members and their contact information are private and only visible to LifeGroups leaders. The following two questions help us know how to market and promote information regarding your LifeGroup (description, time, location, etc) on our website.
- Preferred enrollment for new LifeGroup members:*
- Thank you!
  
  We're grateful for your desire to serve as a leader and your passion for spiritual community. These commitments help us ensure every student has the chance to Belong.Behold.Become.
- LifeGroup leadership is a meaningful responsibility. By submitting this form, you are committing to the expectations outlined above. If these expectations are not upheld, the Office of Ministry and Missions may follow up and, if necessary, pause or discontinue the group. I further acknowledge that:*
  
  I understand that my registration as a LifeGroup leader is subject to review and approval by the Office of Ministry and Missions, and that approval is not guaranteed.I must comply with all expectations of a LifeGroup leader as outlined above (with exceptions only as noted for SAU employee leaders).I agree to submit weekly attendance for my LifeGroup one hour after the gathering.As a student-leader, I will meet weekly for a minimum of 30 minutes with my assigned LifeGroup Coach to support the growth and spiritual health of my group.As a student-leader, I agree to attend the LifeGroup Orientation on Saturday, September 5 (and January 16 for winter semester) to ensure I am prepared to lead effectively.If all available LifeGroup slots are filled, I understand I will be placed on a waitlist and will be contacted regarding the status of my registration.I agree to maintaining a group of no more than 20 members. If my group exceeds this, I understand I may be asked to a) multiply into two groups, or b) shift the structure of the group to maintain relational depth. I understand that large groups, while meaningful, can sometimes limit participation, connection, and belonging, and I commit to helping foster a space where every student can engage meaningfully.I understand that failure to adhere to any of these policies, or to the broader expectations of student conduct as outlined by the university, may result in the forfeiture of my leadership role and could lead to the suspension or discontinuation of my LifeGroup.
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