We offer smaller intentional communities, which we call Life Groups, where you can forge Christ-centered friendships, meaningful connections, and cultivate a healthy sense of belonging.

Fall Life Group Season
September 6 - December 12, 2026

Interested in Joining a LIfe Group

Joining a Life Group: FAQs

Everything you need to know if you're considering joining a Life Group this season.

  • WestGate Life Groups are for those who call WestGate home. If you attend our Sunday services regularly and are engaged in the life of the church, we'd love for you to join a Life Group and grow in community with others.

  • While every group has its own rhythm, most gatherings include time to connect with one another, a discussion around the previous week's teaching, and space to share prayer requests and pray together. At the core of it, Life Groups are about sharing life together — forging Christ-centered friendships, cultivating belonging, and supporting one another in the journey of following and becoming more like Jesus. It's one of the simplest ways we become family to each other.

  • Some groups meet on-campus (Redwood City, Saratoga, South Hills), while others gather in homes, coffee shops, or even out on the trail. There's a group format and location to fit different rhythms and preferences.

  • Life Groups are a personal and committed space. We meet from September through May, with breaks for the holidays. Because vulnerability and trust take time to build, we ask that members check their calendars and aim to show up consistently. Consistency is part of what creates chemistry and real belonging. Life happens (travel, illness, busy seasons!), but the goal is to commit to the group for the season.

  • Use the filters on our website to narrow down your search, then click Contact to message the Life Group leader directly. Please give them a few days to respond. If you'd like extra help finding a group, you can always reach out to our team at groups@westgatechurch.org.

    If you're new to WestGate, we encourage you to attend Start Here first before joining a Life Group.

  • Many Young Families Life Groups offer Kids Care on select days, so parents can participate fully in community while their kids are in a safe, engaging environment. Availability varies by campus and season, so ask your Life Group leader about childcare, and be sure to register your kids in advance.

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Life Groups are an intentional community of people that support one another in their journey of following and becoming more like Jesus.  

Interested in Leading a LIfe Group

Leading a Life Group: FAQs

Answers to common questions for current and future Life Group leaders.

  • Not at all. Your job isn't to be the expert but to create a space where people feel safe, seen, and able to encounter God together. When tough questions come up, it's okay to respond with humility, invite exploration, and loop in pastoral support when needed. The goal isn't a perfect meeting; it's a space where God can work as we all learn to live the way of Jesus.

  • Yes. Life Group leaders are trusted with real spiritual influence and pastoral responsibility, so leadership is reserved for those who've committed to WestGate through membership. If you're interested in leading but haven't gone through membership yet, reach out to the Groups Team and they can point you toward next steps.

  • Most groups follow a simple rhythm: time to connect and pray, a discussion guide or study, space to share prayer requests and pray for one another, and some informal time to wrap up. That said, groups are encouraged to adapt this rhythm to fit what best serves their people as there's no single "right" way to run a meeting.

  • Confidentiality matters — what's shared in group should stay in group, and people need to trust that to be vulnerable. The one exception is anything involving abuse, self-harm, harm toward others, or threats/dangerous behavior. In those situations, leaders should immediately involve church leadership so the person can get appropriate care.

  • Yes. Groups are welcome to use the curated weekly discussion guides tied to weekend teachings, or other approved resources from the Spiritual Growth Resources page. If you'd like to use something different, just loop in the Groups Team (groups@westgatechurch.org) ahead of time so they can support you. It's about partnership, not permission-seeking.

  • You're not on your own. WestGate offers leader gatherings, ongoing support from the Groups Director, monthly check-ins, training podcasts, approved curriculum, and care/counseling resources when needed. New leaders can also be paired with a coach or mentor. If you're ever unsure where to turn, just reach out to the Groups Team. We’re here to support you.

Interested in leading a Life Group? Watch Daniel’s story to see how it’s made a difference for him and his family.

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If you have any questions or are interested in leading a Life Group our team would love to connect with you. Please reach out through the form below.