The Great Commission commands us to go and make disciples, and small groups are where we can truly make that happen.
(Matthew 28:19-20)
Small Groups
Ascend is not a church with small groups — we are a church of small groups.
Discipleship
Community
Accountability
No matter where you are on your walk with God, you need a community of brothers and sisters in Christ to support, encourage, and challenge you.
Smaller, Concentrated Groups = Maximum Impact
Jesus ministered to the masses, but chose a group of 12 for more intentional discipleship.
At Ascend, we gather on Sundays to worship and get equipped with the Word, then spend the week discipling one another in small groups. Each small group meets to study, fellowship with one another, and keep each other accountable in growing more Christlike.
Why Ascend small groups?
Deepen Your Faith
Study with spiritual leaders and peers who will challenge you to dig deeper into the Word.
Make New Friends
Fellowship with your brothers and sisters in Christ and become deeply connected in a loving, supportive church family.
Grow More Christlike
Sanctification is a life-long journey and one that is made smoother with accountability partners helping along the way.
New to small groups?
1. Prepare
Check out our Step One class. This four-week foundational class will introduce you to living in discipleship relationships at Ascend.
Step One Class
2. Discover
Use our Find a Small Group tool or ask your friends at Ascend about the small group options available. Dive in and discover community!
Find a Small Group
3. Belong
Once you’ve found your group, get equipped and forge friendships with your fellow group members. Become rooted, make disciples, and get involved!
Join a Group
Serve the small groups
Whether it’s investigating resources, supporting and training leaders, or administrating the ministry — there are many ways you can serve small groups.
I Want to Serve
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Step One class required?
There is an onboarding process so people understand the purpose and method of Ascend Small Groups. Step One is one way to complete this process. If you cannot attend Step One, contact the small group team to learn about other ways to complete this onboard process.
Are there any fees that come with being a member of a small group?
The cost of the resource (book or Bible study the group is studying that semester) and babysitting (if applicable).
How do I know when and where small groups are held?
Click the Join a Group button to navigate the various groups by day and type.
What happens if a small group gets too big?
Mature people multiplied is one of the goals at Ascend. We try to keep our groups at around 6-8 people for men/women and 10-14 for mixed adults. If groups get too large, we multiply!
