Spiritual Growth Team: Bible Study and Prayer Group
At CityLink Center, Volunteers aren't just a "nice to have" - They are core to our mission. We intentionally have a
small staff and are FUELED by an army of volunteers because we believe that there is an ABUNDANCE of talent
waiting to tackle the issue of poverty in our city. We provide the platform - you provide the passion, energy, and
knowledge. TOGETHER that is a beautiful thing.
Position & Description
The Spiritual Growth Team directly supports CityLink’s vision and mission through creating a safe
environment where clients and other volunteers from different backgrounds can grow in their
understanding of who God is and the life He has uniquely designed for us.
Knowing that a growing relationship with God is important, as a volunteer you can share in your journey
with others. By recognizing that we are all a part of God’s story and together are characters in sharing it,
we can offer grace, support, and encouragement to Clients and fellow Volunteers alike.
Responsibilities
In agreement with CityLink Center statement of faith, (short version):
1. We believe the Bible to be inspired, infallible, authoritative Word of God
2. We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, Holy Spirit
3. We believe in the deity of Jesus Christ
4. We believe in the ministry of the Holy Spirit
5. We believe that since the fall of Adam all people are lost sinners
6. We believe in the church as a people not just a building
To show the love of Christ to all, at all times
Position Qualifications
You will not be expected to lead or teach immediately after signing up – we have partner church pastors
who will guide and assist. Once comfortable, you can partner with the Spiritual Growth Director to assess
when you’re ready to lead.
Teaching Community Bible Study Groups
1. Strong teaching faith in the word of God
2. Teach clients from different backgrounds, knowledge, and spiritual walks to grow their
understanding of whom God is and the life He has uniquely designed for us
3. Willing to share your personal faith and stories of how you are walking- out that teaching
Prayer Group
1. Ability to lead small group
2. Have a personal prayer life
3. Willing to pray for others
4. Prepared to teach about prayer
5. Provides patience, grace, and mercy
6. Maintains Confidentiality
CityLink Vision: Working Together. Reducing Poverty. Changing Lives.
CityLink Mission: To show God’s love to those in need by providing an integrated path to holistic life change
Being part of Community Bible Study Groups
1. An interest in learning more about God and the Bible
2. Have an open mind and heart
3. Follow the lead Pastor’s guidance
Time Commitment
Bible Study
1. Tuesdays 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
2. Thursdays 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (Men’s Group only)
Prayer Group
1. Tuesdays 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Devotional)
2. Wednesdays 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Prayer)
Training
1. Volunteer Orientation
Location
All training conducted at CityLink Center, 800 Bank Street, Cincinnati, OH 45214. (513) 357-2000
CityLink Vision: Working Together. Reducing Poverty. Changing Lives.
CityLink Mission: To show God’s love to those in need by providing an integrated path to holistic life change