From September through May we hold Care Group meetings in various homes on a weekly or biweekly schedule, or at the church. The purpose is to provide a small group environment (8-12 people) in which to build strong relationships through study and discussion of a relevant topic and/or book of the Bible, by sharing of our joys and struggles, and through prayer and fellowship together. The Care Groups also take the lead in ministering to other members in the group if there is a need, such as meals following illness or surgery.