JHM SMALL GROUPS
2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
LAKE FOREST CAMPUS
Small Groups are one of the very best parts of JHM! JHM Small Groups are made of approximately 10-12 students (same grade and gender) and at least two caring adult leaders. Being involved in a Small Group is an awesome way to connect with a community of other Jesus-followers and grow in your faith with Jesus. Groups will spend time laughing, praying, learning, and serving together.
If you have questions regarding Life Small registration,
please email [email protected]
If you have questions regarding Life Small registration,
please email [email protected]
JHM SMALL GROUP FAQ'S
WHAT IS THE FORMAT OF SMALL GROUPS?
JHM Small Groups are made of approximately 10-12 students (same grade and gender) and at least two caring adult leaders Groups will meet on Tuesday or Wednesday nights at host homes from 7-8:30pm. Students will spend time learning more about Jesus, strengthening relationships with each other, and having lots of fun. Being involved in a Small Group is an awesome way to connect with a community of other Jesus-followers and grow in your faith with Jesus.
WHO ARE THE SMALL GROUP LEADERS?
Every Small Group Leader is an adult in our church who has been interviewed, background checked by the FBI and DOJ, and trained by our pastoral staff. Small Group Leaders are an extension of our team and represent some of the best servant-leaders our church has to offer. They are looking forward to journeying with your student this upcoming year.
MY STUDENT WAS IN A SMALL GROUP LAST YEAR. DO THEY NEED TO REGISTER AGAIN?
Yes! Returning students will need to register again. Be sure to indicate whether or not they want to be in the same group as last year in their registration.
WHY DO SMALL GROUPS COST $49?
Small Groups cost $49 to give your student the best experience possible by providing them with materials that enhance the curriculum covered throughout the year. Students will receive a Small Group notebook and other swag at the beginning of the year. If this is your student’s first year in a JHM Life Group, they will also receive a Teen Life Study Bible. Throughout the year, students will get materials that coincide with each series. The registration fees also help cover our Small Group Leader trainings and materials throughout the year.
I’M A PARENT WHO IS INTERESTED IN LEADING A GROUP, WHAT SHOULD I DO?
We LOVE when parents want to be small group leaders! You can apply to be a JHM Leader by clicking here!
JHM Small Groups are made of approximately 10-12 students (same grade and gender) and at least two caring adult leaders Groups will meet on Tuesday or Wednesday nights at host homes from 7-8:30pm. Students will spend time learning more about Jesus, strengthening relationships with each other, and having lots of fun. Being involved in a Small Group is an awesome way to connect with a community of other Jesus-followers and grow in your faith with Jesus.
WHO ARE THE SMALL GROUP LEADERS?
Every Small Group Leader is an adult in our church who has been interviewed, background checked by the FBI and DOJ, and trained by our pastoral staff. Small Group Leaders are an extension of our team and represent some of the best servant-leaders our church has to offer. They are looking forward to journeying with your student this upcoming year.
MY STUDENT WAS IN A SMALL GROUP LAST YEAR. DO THEY NEED TO REGISTER AGAIN?
Yes! Returning students will need to register again. Be sure to indicate whether or not they want to be in the same group as last year in their registration.
WHY DO SMALL GROUPS COST $49?
Small Groups cost $49 to give your student the best experience possible by providing them with materials that enhance the curriculum covered throughout the year. Students will receive a Small Group notebook and other swag at the beginning of the year. If this is your student’s first year in a JHM Life Group, they will also receive a Teen Life Study Bible. Throughout the year, students will get materials that coincide with each series. The registration fees also help cover our Small Group Leader trainings and materials throughout the year.
I’M A PARENT WHO IS INTERESTED IN LEADING A GROUP, WHAT SHOULD I DO?
We LOVE when parents want to be small group leaders! You can apply to be a JHM Leader by clicking here!