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Connect Groups are SouthNaz's main way for people to connect and grow together. They are small groups where people with similar interests study the Bible, pray, support one another, and serve together. Some groups meet on campus and some meet off campus, and the church says there is something for everyone. If you want to join or learn more, the church directs you to its Connect Groups page at southnaz.org/ministries/connect-groups.
What a Connect Group Is
SouthNaz describes Connect Groups as places where people of similar interests grow in relationship with Jesus and with one another. The church calls this "doing life together." In practice, a group is where members:
- Study the Bible together
- Apply God's Word together
- Encourage one another toward spiritual maturity
- Pray together
- Support one another during trials
- Rejoice together
- Serve together
The church frames Connect Groups as the setting where you find "true fulfillment in the life God has for you." That is a statement of the church's purpose, not a promise about any particular group, so treat it as the church's own description of why the groups exist.
How the Groups Are Organized
The main practical detail on the site is location: some groups meet on campus and some meet off campus. The site does not list specific group times, sizes, leaders, or sign-up steps. So the structure is best understood as a collection of groups rather than a single program with one schedule.
| Feature | What the site says |
|---|---|
| Meeting location | Some on campus, some off campus |
| Focus | Bible study, prayer, encouragement, support, service |
| Who they are for | People of similar interests; the church says there is something for everyone |
| How to learn more | Visit the Connect Groups page at /ministries/connect-groups |
How Connect Groups Fit Into SouthNaz
Connect Groups sit alongside the church's other ministries: Kids, Youth (called FUSE), Adults, Outreach, Spiritual Care, and Worship Arts. The church's stated vision is to be "shaped like Christ in our homes, church, city, and world," and its mission is to follow God, gather to connect in relationships, and share God's love. Connect Groups are the relationship-building piece of that mission.
Sunday worship is separate: the service is at 10:30 am Sundays at 401 W. Holmes Rd, Lansing, MI 48910, next to the Everett High School football field. Connect Groups are not described as a replacement for Sunday service; they are the midweek or small-group layer of church life.
How to Join or Learn More
The site points to the Connect Groups page as the place to start. The exact steps for joining a group are not spelled out on the homepage, so the practical path is:
- Go to southnaz.org/ministries/connect-groups.
- Review the groups described there.
- Use the site's contact options if you need help choosing a group. The homepage lists a Contact Us page, a Prayer Request form, and a Connect Card.
The Connect Card is worth noting: it appears in the site navigation as a way to share information with the church, which is typically how a visitor signals interest in getting connected. The site does not describe what happens after you submit it, so ask the church directly if you want to know the follow-up.
Common Questions
Do I have to be a member? The site does not state a membership requirement. It describes the groups as open to people at different ages and walks of life.
Can I try a group before committing? The site does not describe a trial or drop-in policy. Ask through the contact page.
Are groups only for adults? The site lists Kids, Youth, and Adult ministries separately from Connect Groups, and describes Connect Groups in general terms. Check the Connect Groups page for age-specific options.
What if I am new to the church? The homepage has an "I'm new" section that says you will find all different ages and walks of life, and invites you to "come and grow with us just as you are." That is the natural starting point before joining a group.