House Churches at The Branch
At The Branch, house churches are a core way we live out our faith beyond Sunday gatherings. We believe life change happens best in Christ-centered community.
”I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit.”
John 15:5
What is a House Church?
House churches are one way we make discipleship more personal and intentional at The Branch. We gather on Sundays as a body, and that celebration matters. Home churches don’t replace that experience —
they add to it.
You meet in someone’s home, share a meal together, pray together, and build authentic relationships with your brothers and sisters in Christ.
Much like the early church in Acts 2:42, these house church groups offer a space for growth that’s hard to find in larger settings. You can ask deeper questions, wrestle with the Scripture we’re reading, and walk alongside others who care about you.
House churches complement our Sunday gathering, which is for worship, teaching, and vision. These groups meet throughout the week to provide deeper community and discipleship (Acts 20:20).
What to Expect
When you begin with a new group of people, there may be some familiarity, but the hope is that it’s not completely comfortable.
We want you to get to know people you may not already know well. That happens when you share a meal and talk about your life. Over time, those conversations build trust and more connection.
This time is for you and your group to set the tone. You’re not expected to be a Bible scholar or even be comfortable praying aloud. Come as you are.
These groups are not exclusive, nor are they for performance or comparison, for fixing others, or for debating or arguing political or theological issues.
Why House Churches Matter to Us
We believe that God designed spiritual growth to happen in community. We expect house churches to help us:
Remain rooted in Christ (Colossians 2:6-7)
Grow in faith and love (Ephesians 4:15-16)
Bear fruit through abiding (John 15:8)
Walk together through life (Ecclesiastes 4:9-12)
Live on mission (Matthew 28: 19-20)
Why You Should Join a House Church
You should join a house church because it gives you a place where people notice when you’re there and when you’re not. You don’t have to have answers or share more than you’re ready to, but this is where Kingdom growth happens — in community. A house church is right for you if you desire:
Deeper relationships (1 Thessalonians 5:11)
Spiritual growth (2 Peter 3:18)
Prayer and support (James 5:16)
Belonging (1 Corinthians 12:27)
How to Join a House Church
You don’t have to do anything other than fill out a form with basic contact information. Joining a house church doesn’t lock you into a long-term commitment. When you share your contact information, one of our leaders will reach out to you about placing you with a group.