What is a Small Christian Community (SCC)?

A gathering of people (usually 6-12) that:

• Pray, listen and reflect upon Scripture together
• Share ways the Word of God relates to one’s life experience and connect everyday life with faith
• Take on responsibility for living as Church in the world
• Encourage and support one another
• Serve others, fulfilling the call to discipleship.

It’s an experience of the larger Church at the smaller level.

Small Christian communities (SCC) form to support members of the church who wish to be in an intimate and ever-deepening relationship with Jesus. Also known as Faith Sharing groups, SCCs represent a way for you to know Jesus, grow in your faith in Jesus by the study of His Holy Word. SCC groups demonstrate their discipleship through service to each other, our parish, and the surrounding community.

Small Christian Communities are not:

• Bible study groups though Scripture is an important part.
• Counseling groups but they can be therapeutic.
• Prayer groups although prayer is the foundation.
• Social groups though relationships and caring are essential.
• Teaching groups but catechesis (faith formation) is an essential element.
• Justice groups although they work to transform society.