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Connect Nights
Gather the city.
Monthly worship socials that unite people from all backgrounds for worship, prayer, fellowship, and an after-party.
Connect City RDU
Help Build a New Faith Community in Raleigh-Durham
We are building a diverse, relational community centered on Jesus—and we are looking for people who want to help build it from the ground up.
We Are Just Getting Started
Be part of the story from the beginning.
Connect City Church has not officially launched yet. Right now, we are gathering a foundational team of people who will pray together, build relationships, shape the culture, and help prepare for the first phase of the vision.
You do not have to be a pastor, ministry professional, or experienced church planter. We are looking for followers of Jesus who are humble, teachable, relational, and ready to use their gifts to help build something meaningful in Raleigh-Durham.
The VisionA diverse, relational community centered on Jesus.
The Four Rhythms
How Connect City will gather, grow, and serve
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Weekly Bible Study
Make disciples.
Interactive Bible study gatherings designed for conversation, prayer, spiritual growth, and relational discipleship.
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Group Chats
Build relationships.
Smaller communities that meet regularly to do life together through prayer, care, encouragement, accountability, and spiritual growth.
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Impact Saturdays
Mobilize the church.
Church-wide serving opportunities with trusted community partners. Members can sign up for available projects and time slots.
Our Journey
From launch team to a living faith community
1Phase I
Build the Launch Team
Gather the people who will establish the foundation, culture, and vision of Connect City.
2Phase II
Launch Connect Nights
Plan and host monthly worship socials that bring people together across Raleigh-Durham.
3Phase III
Official Church Launch
Begin weekly, discussion-based Bible study gatherings focused on discipleship and spiritual formation.
Ways to Serve
There is a place for your gifts
Creative & Communications
- Photography
- Videography
- Graphic design
- Social media
- Content creation
- Marketing
Hospitality & Connections
- Welcome team
- Guest connections
- Event hosts
- Food & hospitality
- Setup & environment
- Follow-up
Worship & Production
- Worship leaders
- Musicians
- Vocalists
- Audio
- Visual presentation
- Production support
Prayer & Discipleship
- Prayer team
- Follow-up & care
- Bible study support
- Discipleship
- Small-group leadership
Operations & Planning
- Event planning
- Administration
- Logistics
- Project coordination
- Community partnerships
- Volunteer coordination
If your gift is not represented on this list, we will create new opportunities that fit your unique skills and passions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know before joining?
Do I need ministry experience?
No. We are looking for people who love Jesus, value community, and are willing to serve, learn, and grow with the team.
What is Connect Nights?
Connect Nights is a citywide worship social and movement open to everyone. It is a ministry of Connect City Church uniting believers in worship, prayer, and fellowship.
What happens during Phase I?
Phase I focuses on building the Launch Team, praying together, developing relationships, establishing culture, and planning the first Connect Nights.
When will Group Chats and Impact Saturdays start?
In Year 2, after the official church launch. Year 1 will focus on building the launch team, hosting monthly Connect Nights, and preparing for the official church launch.
Come Build With Us
We are at the beginning of the journey, and we want you on the team.
If the vision of a diverse, relational, Jesus-centered community resonates with you, we would love to start a conversation.
Following Christ. Growing in Community. Living on Mission.
Launch Team Interest Form
Start the conversation.
Complete the form below to tell us more about you and your interest in serving with Connect City RDU.