How it Works
Formation Groups are designed to engage the Holy Spirit, equip individuals with biblical concepts, practical skills & habits to develop spiritual maturity, and impart kingdom truth to the world.
The length, cadence, and size of each group will be determined by the team to best share the topic, but can range from once a week for three weeks to every other week for six weeks.
Join a Formation Group
Below is a list of every Formation Group we offer throughout the year. Click this link below to see the current groups happening.
Beauty
“Beauty” will take a deep dive into creating with Jesus. Come and receive a more pure and holy understanding of beauty by engaging with Jesus who is beauty. When our view of beauty is renewed through the eyes of Jesus, we can enjoy creating with him as free sons and daughters. Whether you see yourself as an artist or not, this group is for you.
Promise, Captivity, and Restoration: A Study of Joshua to Esther
Take a journey through the historical narrative books of the Old Testament, Joshua – Esther. In this study, we will see the glorious and brutal history of Israel play out that will build a framework to understand the Bible as a whole story. Understanding these books of the Bible will give a deep foundation of not just believing in God, but knowing God and his redemptive plan for humanity.
Divine Dwellings
A 4-week course for first-time home buyers aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complex process of purchasing a home while upholding Christian principles of financial stewardship. Through interactive sessions spread over a month, attendees will gain insights into understanding their financial readiness, navigating the real estate market, mastering the homebuying process, and efficiently managing homeownership responsibilities. By the end of the course, participants will be empowered to make informed decisions, secure the right mortgage, negotiate effectively, and ultimately achieve their goal of owning a home while maintaining a sound financial foundation grounded in Christian values.
Marriage & Relationships
The Marriage and Relationships Formation Group is group designed to provide a biblical framework within the context of dating and marriage to help encourage and strengthen relationships in Christ. This Formation Group will offer practical application and wisdom to support beautiful dating relationships and God-honoring marriages. This group is for singles, those dating and married!
Sharing Faith & Freedom
Welcome to the Sharing Faith and Freedom Formation Group!
Sharing Faith and Freedom equips believers with biblical foundation and practical tools to say “yes” to Jesus’ call on their lives. This group aims to support our community in sharing their faith, walking with the Holy Spirit and seeing others walk in complete freedom.
Biblical Friendship
Welcome to the Biblical Friendship Formation Group! The goal of this group is to align ourselves with God’s view of friendships in the Kingdom.
Have you ever wanted to be better equipped as a Christlike friend? Have you ever wondered how Jesus views the importance of true friendship?
Join our discussion-based group to explore this topic! Dive into what the Bible has to say about friendship–this group will lead into an art pop all about friendship, intimacy and connection.
How to Read Your Bible
How to Read Your Bible is a Formation Group aiming to ground and center believers in the Word of God. We desire to see the builders of our church have a healthy reliance on Scripture.
Personal Finance
Personal Finance is a Formation Group which aims to align ourselves with God’s view towards money and to be equipped with the tools & knowledge of how to practically be a good steward of our money. Our hope is that we move from a place of fear and worry–to a place of empowerment, from idolaters to faithful servants.
Breaking Bread
Breaking bread is a formation group that imparts the kingdom principle of preparing and sharing meals with one another. This group will empower you with rich theological teachings, practical cooking skills and how to be a gracious host. Together we will discover the Lord is present when we break bread.
Exploring the Prophetic
Exploring the Prophetic invites you to discover the profound joy of hearing God’s loving voice. This interactive group will give you practical tools and biblical insights that empower you to not only receive personal revelation but also share it with others. Together, we will grow in our ability to hear and discern God’s heart for us and the world around us for the purpose of encouragement, edification and comfort.
Unlocking Honor Group
Unlocking Honor is a formation group that will bring you into the reality of one of the most important principles in the Word of God. In a culture where it seems that contempt is more prevalent, it is a time to be rooted in the reality of God’s kingdom. This time will reveal what is the kingdom’s reality in regards to honor, and the why and how to operate in it every day.
Truth & Presence Group
Truth + Presence is a formation group designed to give you the framework and practical skills to help you live connected to the presence of God. Giving attention to theological truth and presence-based disciplines, truth + presence will empower you to tap into the eternal life that Jesus makes available to you today.
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