They are not open to the public, or even to other members of Xenos. They may restrict their membership to participants in particular ministries. Nearly all of the above types of home groups make use of cell groups within their home groups. Cell groups are small study groups made up either of all men or all women. Their goals include edification, koinonia , and discipleship.
Cell groups meet weekly or every other week.
They may have one or several leaders. Cell groups consist of roughly 4 to 10 people, and a given home group may have from 2-6 cell groups. The teaching portion of a cell group meeting usually includes discussion and problem-solving. Personal prayer and same-gender sharing are also vital elements of a cell group meeting. Many cell groups meet on Friday nights and run late, including extended social time after the meeting.