Cell Group Membership

Apart from church membership, we believe that committing ourselves to a cell group is the best way for obeying the Bible’s command to gather regularly with other believers so as to practise mutual encouragement and edification. The cell group is an essential part of the Brighton discipleship journey, because it is only in the context of close-knit relationships that we learn how to love one another sacrificially, just as Jesus commanded us.

Apply For Cell Group Membership
Apply For Cell Group Membership

How Do I Become a CG Member?

Apply

Joining a Cell Group (CG) is one of the best ways to build meaningful friendships, grow in your faith, and journey through life together with a spiritual family.

Attend

Attend BELONG Class – a 2-hour class that covers the biblical foundation of Christian community and how you can contribute meaningfully to your CG. Classes are held twice a year, in February and August.

Affirm

Affirm your membership – Each March, members will be required to renew and reaffirm their commitment to continue growing and journeying together in their CG.

CG Membership Requirements & Annual Renewal

  • There are qualitative and quantitative qualities that contribute to the improvement of the CG experience. These will be covered comprehensively in the BELONG class. However, it is important to highlight 2 core requirements here:

    1. Attend 65% of CG meetings in person.

    2. Attend 50% of church services in person

  • CG membership is renewed annually in March at our annual CG membership renewal. Members who wish to renew their membership are required to fulfil the membership requirements of Sunday service and CG attendance.

    Should members wish to renew their membership but do not meet the membership requirements, they will need to re-attend the BELONG class.

    *Members who do not have a valid CG membership can start attending CG again after they attend the next BELONG class and sign the CG membership covenant.

Scope of CG Membership

CG Membership will span across all the CGs in Young Adults zone, Brighton Adults zone, Brighton Family zone and in part in the Chinese Ministry and Youth Ministry.

  • The Chinese Ministry currently consists of the Chinese Adult Fellowship and the Evergreen Fellowship.

    Chinese Adult Fellowship

    The Chinese Adult Fellowship is made up of members below the age of 60. Members in this fellowship will come under the CG Membership system and its requirements.

    Members above the age of 60 who wish to remain in a CG may choose to opt in and participate in the CG Membership system.

    Evergreen Fellowship

    Members aged 60 and above will automatically be part of the Evergreen Fellowship.

    Previously known as the Evergreen CG, the fellowship has been repositioned to better reach and support friends and family members aged 60 and above.

    As the Evergreen Fellowship is not part of the CG system, members are not required to fulfil CG membership requirements.

  • Secondary Group

    Youths in Secondary 4 and below will automatically be assigned to a CG.

    Tertiary Group

    The CG membership system applies to youths in the tertiary group as they transition into greater ownership and commitment within the ministry.

    BELONG classes for tertiary youths will be conducted every November. Members are expected to maintain:

    • 65% CG attendance

    • 50% youth service attendance

    This process is designed to help youths grow in responsibility and prepare them for the transition into the Young Adults ministry.

Who Does The CG Minister To?

CG Members

CG members form the bulk of the CG and follow the leadership of the CGL to grow and multiply. To ensure that members have the same understanding of what is required of them and of each other, attending the BELONG class would be a pre-requisite. This prepares the CG to have the best possible experience building each other up.

CG Guests

Believers who are new to our church or have not attended a CG before are welcome to visit a CG and experience life in community. Once they express interest in continuing, they will be recognised as official CG Guests.

As a guest, they are encouraged to regularly participate in meetings and experience the encouragement, fellowship, and spiritual growth found within the CG community.

CGs are encouraged to journey with their guests by inviting them to:

  1. Attend Sunday Services

  2. Join CG outings and gatherings

  3. Consider joining the CG through an exploratory period

Exploratory Period

The exploratory period is designed specifically for guests who are exploring commitment to a CG. During this period, they may freely attend meetings and get to know the community better.

Guests officially become CG members after attending the BELONG class and signing the CG membership covenant. Those who may not yet be ready are welcome to continue visiting and can join a future BELONG class when they feel prepared to take the next step.

Non-Believing Visitors

One of the key focuses of a CG is evangelism

CGs are encouraged to:

1. Invite them to Brighton Sunday Service

2. Invite them to CG outing

3. Invite them to outreach events

4. Invite them to do Evangelistic Bible Study (EBS)

5. Share the gospel and give an invitation to receive Christ

6. Take initiative to help the non-believer make progress towards accepting Jesus Christ as their Lord and Saviour.

For further enquires, send an email to churchoffice@brighton.org.sg

FAQ

  • - Participate in other aspects of the church

    - Be a church member (Ordinary/Associate)

  • You will forgo your CG membership and not be able to attend CG meetings after February until:

    a. You have re-applied for membership.

    b. You have re-attended the next BELONG class (in February or August)

  • - Sign up and become CG members

    - Visit CG meetings as a guest for a period not exceeding 2 consecutive BELONG classes.

  • - You can be a Church member (Associate/Ordinary) without being a CG member.

    - You can be a CG member without being a Church member (Associate/Ordinary)

  • - English and Chinese services will continue to be streamed live.

    - From August 2022, online service attendance will no longer be counted for meeting either Church or CG membership requirements (both set at 50%).

  • - We encourage unbelievers to attend our other platforms for exploring the Christian faith rather than CG meetings.

    - In exceptional cases, subject to the approval and discretion of the Zone Pastor, an unbeliever may be allowed to visit CG meetings for a limited time period.

  • - Send an email to churchoffice@brighton.org.sg

    - Call Tel: 6848 4940 during church office hours.

  • CG Membership is only required for individuals serving in the Worship Team and for those taking up church leadership roles.

    As these ministries carry spiritual responsibility and leadership influence within the church, members are encouraged to be rooted in community, accountability, and spiritual growth through a CG.