It is normative and crucial for members of all types of groups take advantage of Central Teachings. Leaders must be members of the Xenos Servant Team , and are considered deacons. Each group has a structure in place to receive regular oversight from Xenos staff members. The vast majority of Xenos home groups are Home Churches. New people usually come to the group initially by direct invitation by an existing group member, or by being referred by the Home Group Connection ministry.
Leaders are both male and female.
Leaders work closely with their Home Group Consultant to receive ongoing oversight , to troubleshoot, and to plan ahead for planting future groups. All new leaders and home church plants must be approved by the Xenos leadership. See a description of a typical evening at a Xenos home church . Small Groups Small groups are, as the name implies, smaller groups comprised of no more than 15 adults. Most aspects of a small group are similar to those of a home church, except that they occur on a smaller scale.