Village Questions

1. Is a Village the same as a small group at other churches?
2. Why join a Village?
3. How do I join a Village?

Is a Village the same as a small group at other churches?

A Village is a small group (usually between 8-14) of people that meet together in various locations throughout the community. Unlike many churches, the focus of our small group is not a “bible study.” Our Villages are designed to become soul environments for our church community. A soul environment is simply a safe place, a place where one can experience honesty and authenticity beneath the surface of religion. While eventually some Villages choose to use a book or study to facilitate spiritual dialogue, our Villages are not formulaic. Each one looks radically different from the other. They form and transform organically, allowing for a fluid faith experience and genuine fellowship. As connection happens, the Bible usually becomes the central discussion piece. But as a result of connectivity, it is easier to extract biblical truth that is relevant to that Village’s life experience.

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Why join a Village?

God has designed us to live life in community. In our Villages you will find opportunity for both relational connection and for spiritual formation. Our ministry life is experienced through our Villages in four ways: (1) Caring for each others needs, (2) A place for spiritual dialogue, (3) An avenue for communication, (4) A launching point for serving the local community. Everyone who partners with Journey Church is served and serves through this Village structure. If you do not join a Village you will have difficulty connecting in relationships.

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How do I join a Village?

If you are interested in joining one of our Villages or partnering with us, we invite you to begin with a Discovery Village. Joining a Discovery Village is a great way to experience Village life, as well as connect with those who have just recently begun exploring The Journey. We use this opportunity to share the vision, doctrine and history of The Journey so that you will be well informed of our philosophy and core values. Discovery is seven weeks from beginning to end. If this sounds like a direction God is leading, please contact Kortland Fuqua, our Village Designer at Kortland@journeyfranklin.com. After Discovery, please pray about where God would have you connect. For more information on joining a Village, contact Kortland Fuqua, or Miranda Burnett : Kortland@journeyfranklin.com or Miranda@journeyfranklin.com.

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