What is a cohort?

A cohort is a set of people grouped together for a common purpose. This is not a class where individuals come to receive data. This is a cohort where a group of people gather to read, process, discuss, and engage in ministry together.

Who is this for?

Anyone, really. But more specifically:

• People who want to be more intentionally involved in leadership at Redeemer (this cohort is a prerequisite for any future leaders at Redeemer: community group leaders, ministry team leaders, elders, women shepherds, etc.)
• People interested in developing their philosophy and practice of ministry as it relates to Redeemer's mission to Midtown.

What is the format of the meetings?

• Sharing (30-40 min).  We will share what God is doing in our lives, what we have gathered from our personal devotions/homework, and updates on our ministry exercises.
• Discussion (40-50 min).  We will learn about and discuss various aspects of ministry and mission.

What is required?

• Commit to doing a personal devotional 4x a week
• Commit to reading the book The Art of Neighboring (we will provide you a copy for $5)
• Commit to preparing for our meetings by doing the selected homework

When will we meet?

Every other Wednesday afternoon from 11:30am-1:00 pm.  8 sessions.  You are allowed to miss 2.

Jan 22 - What is the Purpose of Ministry?

Feb 5 - What is Redeemer's Philosophy of Ministry?

Feb 19 - Rest: What is the Gospel?

Mar 5 - Rest: How do People Change?

Mar 19 - Remind: What is the Church?

April 2 - Reflect: How Do We Relate to Culture?

April 16 - Reflect: How Do We Relate to Midtown?

April 30 - What are Redeemer's Values?

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Matt (matt@redeemermemphis.org).