Groups

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Find a Group

Browse every Life Group across Tampa, SouthShore, and Plant City. Filter by campus, group type, meeting day, and area, then tap Join to reach the leader.

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We gather big, we gather small, what matters most is that we gather.

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Life Groups are where we discover all that God has for us as we transform ourselves and the communities around us. It's where we encourage and strengthen one another as we do life together.

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Types of Life Groups

Men
Women
Co-Ed
Married
Young Adults
Common Interest
Season of Life

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Lead A Group

See a need, fill a need! We’re always excited for new groups to launch. If you have an idea for a group you’d love to see, apply to become a Group Leader.

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Iron Men

Iron sharpens iron, and our men make it a point to connect weekly, building each other up. Whether it’s someone to lean on in a hard time, seeking wisdom on life’s decisions, or the need of another brother for your walk, Sundays at 7:15 AM at all of our campuses is where you need to be.

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Sisterhood

Connecting Women to God, Connecting Women to His Word, Connecting Women to one another. Sisterhood Studies is a place for women of all ages to walk through life and the Word together.

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Re|engage

It’s good to know there are other couples with the same questions as they do life together, but it’s even better when you know they have God as the third cord. Our Re|engage group is just that! A community of married couples from all different walks of life.

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Young Adults

There’s no playbook for going from a teen to an adult. But our Young Adults are here to empower each other through a relationship with Jesus Christ. Join us weekly at our Tampa Campus.

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FAQ

How do I find a group that’s right for me?

Our Group Finder makes it easy to discover a group that fits you! You can filter groups based on things like:

Day of the week
Group type
Location
Stage of life
Campus

We offer a variety of groups including Men’s, Women’s, Married, Young Adults, Co-Ed, Common Interest, and Season of Life groups.

What if I join a group and it doesn’t feel like a good fit?

That’s completely okay! Finding the right group can sometimes take a little time. We encourage you to try a few groups before deciding which one feels best for you. If a group isn’t the right fit, just let the leader know. Nobody will take it personally. We genuinely want you to find a community where you can grow and belong.

Why can’t I find the type of group I’m looking for?

See a need, fill a need! We’re always excited for new groups to launch. If you have an idea for a group you’d love to see, we’d encourage you to apply to become a Group Leader.

Can I join a group anytime during the semester?

Most groups are open for new members at any point during the semester! For life groups, contact the group leader directly through the Group Finder to ask any questions.

How often do groups meet?

Most groups meet weekly or bi-weekly during our Spring and Fall semesters, which typically last around 15 to 20 weeks. Some groups may continue meeting during the summer as well.

Do groups offer childcare?

Childcare options vary from group to group. Some groups provide childcare in the home by rotating volunteers or splitting the cost among families. Others may be family-friendly and include children in the gathering. You can always reach out to the group leader directly through the Group Finder to ask specific childcare questions before attending.

How do I become a Group Leader?

We’d love to help you take the next step toward leadership! To become a Group Leader, we ask that you:

Have a growing relationship with Jesus
Be baptized
Attend First Step
Complete at least one semester in a Life Group
Complete Life Group Leader Training

If that sounds like you, we’d love to connect with you about leading a group!

How can groups impact my life?

Life change happens in the context of relationships. Groups are a place to grow in your relationship with God, build authentic friendships, receive encouragement, and walk through life with people who care about you.

What’s the difference between “Gathering Small” and “Gathering Big”?

Both are designed to help people grow in their relationship with God and others. They just happen in different settings.

Gathering Small
Gathering Small happens through Life Groups, where up to 15 people meet in homes, coffee shops, libraries, restaurants, or community spaces. The focus is building authentic relationships and doing life together.

Gathering Big
Gathering Big happens in larger, on-site environments focused on specific areas of discipleship and community.

Sisterhood Studies (Women’s Bible Study)
Iron Men (Men’s Bible Study)
Re|engage (Marriage Ministry)
CYA Young Adults (18 to 29)

Meet the Team

Pastor Jessica Heard

Tampa Life Groups Pastor

Pastor Jesus Pereira

SouthShore Life Groups Pastor

Pastor Tom Recktenwald

Plant City Campus Pastor

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