Gathering space
A comfortable area where the full group can talk, play a game, and open Scripture.
Find your place
Host homes
Host an Anchor group
Anchor groups meet in homes because students tend to relax and talk more easily there. Hosts provide the space and an adult presence. The Mentor and Student Leaders handle the program.
Ask about hostingWhenWed · 6:30–8 PM
FrequencyUsually a rotation
TeachingNot required
SnacksParents rotate
The role
What hosting involves
Hosts make an ordinary home available for a group of teenagers and their leaders. Most groups rotate among two or three homes, so hosting does not normally mean opening your home every week.
A host adult remains home while the group meets. The Adult Mentor supervises, and the Student Leaders lead the program.
What you provide
What the home needs
Smaller corners
When possible, a second area where students can break into smaller groups to share and pray.
A clear arrival
Simple instructions for parking, shoes, gates, pets, or anything else families should know.
An adult at home
A host adult remains present while the group meets.
The Mentor handles
What hosts are not responsible for
Teaching
Mentors and Student Leaders prepare and lead the Bible study and discussion.
Planning
The Mentor manages the calendar and tells you when your home is scheduled.
Weekly snacks
Parents rotate snacks. Hosts are not expected to feed the group each week.
Group communication
The Mentor communicates with parents and shares the weekly location directly.
Safety + privacy
Safety and privacy
Orientation first
Hosts complete Anchor’s child-safety orientation before the first meeting in their home.
Addresses stay private
Home locations are sent only to registered families and are never posted on the public website.
Finish on time
Groups wrap at 8:00 PM and families are asked to pick up promptly.
When someone is sick
Anchor uses a 24-hour fever-free rule and asks students to stay home when they are unwell.
Hosting
Ask about hosting
Most groups rotate among several homes. Email us, and we can talk through the space, schedule, and safety expectations.
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