Lead or Host a Group

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Lead or Host a Group

Create a welcoming space for people to grow in their faith and build authentic friendships.

Lead Your Community

We encourage everyone to leverage their spiritual gifts, interests, and hobbies for God’s Kingdom. A great way to get started is by hosting or leading an Echo Group — a welcoming space where people can grow in their faith and build friendships with others.

Hosting vs. Leading

Leading others to passionately follow Jesus is one of the most fulfilling parts of being a Christ-follower. You can do so by becoming a group host or leader.

Group Host

You’ll facilitate meaningful discussions about the Sunday messages while engaging in a common interest (e.g., basketball, cooking, or hiking) with your group members. Hosts typically don’t complete the leadership qualifications to be endorsed by Echo.

Group Leader

As a leader, you’ll facilitate discussion with or teach Bible-based content to your group members. All leaders must complete Echo’s leadership qualifications and be trained and endorsed by Echo staff.

How to Host a Group

Watch

Attend a Sunday service online or in person.

Discuss

Use the Talk it Over guide to discuss the message with your group.

Faciltate

Facilitate conversations and help those in your group connect with one another.

Host

How to Lead a Group

Choose an Audience

Choose the type of person for whom your group is intended.

Select a Curriculum

Select a curriculum on RightNow Media – a vast online library of videos and study guides.

Lead the Discussion

Lead the conversation to help your group develop a deeper understanding of the topic.

Lead

Become a Group Host or Leader

Our straightforward process ensures that every group provides a safe and welcoming environment, helping you lead in an area that aligns with your unique gifts and passions. We’ll guide you each step of the way so you can confidently create a space where people can grow in faith and community.

Express Interest

Tell us a bit about yourself and your group details.

Interview

We’ll call you to answer your questions and review your application.

Check

We’ll run a background check — a required part of ensuring community safety.

Lead or Host a Group

Become

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RightNow Media

Echo.Church is committed to equipping you with tools to follow Jesus in everyday life. That’s why we’re giving you free access to RightNow Media — a vast video library of Bible studies, teachings, conferences, and kids’ shows.

Think of it as a streaming library for your spiritual growth — with content for every stage of life: kids, students, couples, parents, and more. You can watch anytime, on any device, alone or with your group.

Got Questions

We’re here to help you find the group that’s the perfect fit for you or answer any questions along the way.

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Stay connected, watch sermons, find events, take next steps in your faith, and easily engage with our community — anytime, anywhere.

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