12-for-12 Spiritual Formation Groups

What is 12-for-12?

12-for-12 is a community of people focused on Christian spiritual formation, the process where we become increasingly transformed and conformed to the person and ways of Jesus in every aspect of our lives. Groups consist of approximately 8-12 people who commit to meeting together once a month for 12 months. These groups are for those with the desire and grace to intentionally reorient their lives around Jesus. The format provides a framework and environment for practicing spiritual exercises and engaging in authentic peer relationships.  

12-for-12 participants commit to:

• Meet once a month for approximately three hours. Regular attendance is important.

• Complete about 2-4 hours of reading and homework a week (10-15 hours per month).  

• Pray for an assigned group member each month.

• Read through Practicing The Way by John Mark Comer, 12-for-12: A Practical Guide for a Year of Spiritual Formation in Community, and other books and materials as assigned.

• Be faithful to practice the spiritual exercises throughout the year.

• Participate in honest sharing and confidentiality regarding personal matters shared in the group.

• Faithful in attending their current small group.

• Contribute to the monthly group meal.

Be assured that 12-for-12 commitments are designed to be sustainable for their members in the face of other life and ministry responsibilities. 

How to Apply for a Group

Complete the VCDC 12-for-12 Application below to initiate the group membership process:    

• Each person must fill out their own interest form. 

• If you have already talked with a group leader about joining their group, please be sure and indicate this on the interest form to help with matching you to their group.

12-for-12 Application

We will contact you within a few days to confirm we have received your form. If you haven’t requested a specific group, we’ll discuss available groups and schedules so you can pray about which group you would like to join. Your 12-for-12 group leader will contact you before the group begins so you can begin praying for other group members. 

For more information, email Joyce at .