I'm new. What should I expect?
We gather in homes with smaller groups of 10-20 people, sharing life and loving each other. This intentional design helps form stronger spiritual families that encourage love and spur each other to good works—something more effective in intimate settings than in larger gatherings.
How do I visit one of your services?
We meet in different homes each week to share the hosting responsibility. To join us, contact us through the "Contact Us" link below, and we’ll share the location and time for that week's gathering.
What does a typical home gathering look like?
We encourage everyone to participate as they feel comfortable—there’s no pressure to read, share, sing, or do anything you’re not ready for. As people grow more comfortable, they naturally begin to open up. A typical home gathering starts with fellowship, sometimes with food (often breakfast or snacks brought by multiple people). Our hosts arrange seating, and gatherings may be indoors or outdoors, depending on the weather. People share about their lives, struggles, or Jesus stories, as God leads. We may or may not worship through song, but we will worship through prayer multiple times throughout the gathering. We engage with God’s Word by reading the Bible together and discussing what we’ve read. There’s no formal sermon—everyone takes turns reading as much or as little as they’d like, and the leader facilitates the discussion. We ask, “What is God saying to me, and how do I live this out this week?” We always end with worship in prayer and continued fellowship.
What do you do with kids?
Great question! Church is not just a Sunday morning event, and training and ministry shouldn’t be limited to Sunday programs. Our children are part of a community where believers love and support each other, live life together, and watch over each other’s kids. We believe the best way to disciple children is through 1) well-discipled parents, and 2) the body of believers acting as aunts and uncles in the Lord, modeling Christ in everyday life. Each community gathering has the flexibility to meet the needs of its members. A church with young children will look different from one with older teens. Our guiding principle is to value children and avoid age segregation. We want the entire church interacting with each other, and whenever possible, we want kids to be engaged in gatherings. More importantly, we want them to be engaged relationally. This might mean discipling others or sharing life with kids present, creating space for all ages to connect and love one another.
Am I able to get information on starting a Community Discovery Group?
Absolutely! If God is pulling you to host a new Discovery Group, we'd love to speak to you about it. First, click the link to What is Discovery above or Discovery below. Read that page first. Then, click the Contact Us link below, fill in the form, and we will get back to you.
I have more questions
We knew we couldn't answer all of the questions here. If you have another question, please click the Contact Us link below, fill in the form, and submit it. We will get back in touch with you.