Following Jesus is not just about what you know or what you do. It is about the kind of person you are becoming.

LDG is a nine-month group experience for people who are currently leading in our church and want to grow as followers of Jesus. The emphasis is on spiritual development, not practical leadership skills.

LDG gives you a place to step out of the pace of everyday life, take an honest look at your relationship with God, and pay attention to the kind of person you are becoming.

LDG is designed to help you:

• Develop a thriving relationship with God that is worth replicating

• Build intentional relationships with others who want to be known and grow spiritually

• Gain a better understanding of who God is and who he created you to be

• Create rhythms that help you stay connected to God in everyday life

Curriculum

LDG is built around questions every follower of Jesus needs to keep asking:

• Who is God?

• Who am I becoming?

• What story is shaping my life?

• How do I stay connected to God when life is full?

Each session includes preparation designed to help you slow down, reflect, and put what you are learning into practice. You will typically read one book each month, along with reflection questions and spiritual practices such as prayer and reading Scripture. Plan to invest approximately 30 minutes a day between meetings.

Commitment

Leader Development Groups require a high level of commitment. Participants are expected to:

• Attend the mandatory kickoff event

• Meet once a month for a three-hour session over nine months

• Participate in an overnight Stories Retreat

• Complete all assigned reading and reflection exercises

• Meet one-on-one with other group members between sessions

• Make a financial commitment of approximately $200 for books and the Stories Retreat

Financial assistance is available if needed.

Important Dates

Application Deadline: Sunday, August 2
Confirmation of Acceptance: Wednesday, August 12
Mandatory LDG Kickoff: Wednesday, September 16, 6:00–9:00 PM.

LDG Placement Process

LDG groups are formed based on application responses, church engagement, and availability.

• Men’s and Women’s Groups: Couples interested in participating should apply to separate groups.

• Availability: Indicate your preferred days and times on the application.

• Scheduling: At the kickoff event, the group will schedule the next eight months of meetings based on your availability, including the Stories Retreat. 

If you have any questions, please contact us at groups@northpoint.org.