Step 1: Click the blue registration button below to check out the groups on offer. (Scroll down to get a preview of those groups.)
Step 2: Select a group that fits your schedule, location, spiritual growth pursuits, life stage, etc.
Step 3: Request to join.
Step 4: Email [email protected] with questions — and ask us about childcare reimbursements!
At Discovery, small groups are the heartbeat of the church, where real community is forged and real life is shared. Whether you're seeking a deep-dive into theological topics or simply a place to connect and belong (or any space in between), we have groups ready to welcome you.
Here are the groups you're invited to experience right now:
Sign up and get more group info by clicking the blue button above!
Sundays
IN PERSON
5-7 PM - South End
Led by: Thanh + Stephanie D.
Children welcome
Category: DISCOGROUPS
IN PERSON
5-7 PM (Alternate weeks)
Led by Sheila R.
Dinner provided
Category: DISCOGROUPS
IN PERSON
5-7 PM (Alternate weeks) - Lakewood
Led by: Jason + Tina C. / Nicole + Brian Z.
Potluck dinner // Children welcome
Category: DISCOGROUPS
NEW! IN PERSON
4-7 PM (Alternate weeks) - Port Orchard
Led by: David + Cathy C.
Dinner included // Children welcome
Category: DISCOGROUPS
Mondays
IN PERSON - Adult + Children's Bible Study
6:30 - 8 PM - Eastside
Led by: Tad + Savannah E.
Children welcome
Category: DISCOGROUPS
Tuesdays
IN PERSON
6:30 - 8 PM - Central
Led by Mike + Sara S.
Category: DISCOGROUPS
IN PERSON
6:30 - 8 PM (Alternate weeks) - West End
Led by Bobby H.
Potluck dinner // Children welcome
Category: DISCOGROUPS
Wednesdays
IN PERSON - Retirees/Pre-retired
6 - 8 PM - Lakewood
Led by Max B.
Potluck dinner
Category: DISCOGROUPS
IN PERSON
6:30 - 8 PM - University Place
Led by Jason + Monica B.
Children welcome
Category: DISCOGROUPS
Contact [email protected] if you are interested in joining this group.
Thursdays
IN PERSON
11 AM - 1 PM
Led by: Esther R. + Barb B.
Category: DISCOGROUPS
IN PERSON
5:30 - 7 PM - Fircrest
Led by: Chris + Stephanie D.
Children welcome
Category: DISCOGROUPS
IN PERSON
6 - 7:30 PM - Spanaway
Led by Dawn O. + Amber G.
Children welcome
Category: DISCOGROUPS
Sign up and get more group info by clicking the blue button above!
Justice in Faith
IN PERSON - Lakewood
Meeting monthly on Sundays, 5-7 PM
Dates: February 2, March 2, April 13
Led by Allison S. + Jane N.
Dinner and childcare provided
We are Jesus followers who want to grapple with issues of injustice as we explore God's Word and live out our faith in change-making ways. We will gather monthly to share life and reflect on thought-provoking sources including the Bible, books, podcasts, documentaries, and even TV shows. All are welcome!
Sign up and get more group info by clicking the blue button above!
Games With Friends (NEW!)
IN PERSON
Monthly on Saturdays, 12:00 - 2:00 PM — STARTS MARCH 15
Led by Shayla N. + Miriam E.
Category: MONTHLY GATHERINGS
Anyone and everyone is invited to this monthly board game hangout. There is no childcare, but kids are welcome (play at your own risk!).
Sunday Deep-Dive Bible Study
IN PERSON
Monthly on Sundays, 8:30 - 9:45 AM - Lincoln | Rm 229
Led by: Nicole L.
Childcare available
Category: DISCOGROUPS
Join us for an inductive Bible study of Revelation, where we will carefully observe words and phrases, ask thoughtful questions, and wrestle with what the text means for our lives today. Expect to participate and engage with the text, join with your thoughts and wonderings, interact with each other, and understand our God better together.
Living Out Loud
ZOOM
Tuesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Led by Kristin M. + Becky B.
Category: DISCOGROUPS
This group is for educators, childcare workers, social workers, and anyone who works with families or children. Our goal is to support and encourage each other through sharing, prayer, and recognizing God’s work in our places of employment.
Parents of Teens
IN PERSON
Alternating Thursdays, 6:30 - 8 PM - University Place
Led by: Steve + Katie B. / Darren + Emily W.
Category: DISCOGROUPS
Parents, join us to pray Scripture over our teen kids.
Men's Breakfast Gathering
IN PERSON
1st Saturday of the month, 7 - 8:30 AM
Elmer's Restaurant on Hosmer (Tacoma)
Led by: Tad E.
Category: MONTHLY GATHERINGS
Meet with Christian men for scripture-based discussion.
Men's Board Game Night
IN PERSON
Fridays, 7:30 - 9:30 PM - Fircrest
Led by: Chris D.
Category: MONTHLY GATHERINGS
Drop in any time and bring a snack to share.
Men's Morning
IN PERSON
Thursdays, 6 - 7:30 AM
Elmer's Restaurant on Hosmer (Tacoma)
Led by: Tad E.
Category: DISCOGROUPS
Meet up to read, pray, talk and grow at 6:00 every Thursday morning, at Elmer's on Hosmer. All men are welcome!
IF:Table Women's Gathering
IN PERSON
Monthly on Saturdays, 9 - 11 AM
Led by: Rebekah E.
Category: MONTHLY GATHERINGS
IF:Table makes space to connect with Discovery women and to invite friends into faith community. Enjoy small breakfast bites and conversation over a monthly faith-focused topic.
Basketball
IN PERSON
Sundays at 4 PM
Hope Evangelical Church (Tacoma)
Led by: Tad E.
Category: UNIQUE GROUPS
Get together for pick-up games and fellowship, with a heart for Jesus at the center of it all!
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We are excited to invite your involvement in this in-depth, interdenominational Bible study. Many in the Discovery family are invested and involved in BSF groups as leaders and participants, and we want to encourage you to jump in, too! Classes also have children's programs.
BSF currently offers these local groups led by Discovery leaders:
Women's Group — led by Katie B. / Debbie B.
Mondays at 9:30 AM at Lakewood First Baptist Church
Women's Group — led by Nicole L.
Mondays at 6:30 PM at University Place Presbyterian Church
Men's Group — led by Steve B. / Pete S.
Mondays at 6:30 PM at University Place Presbyterian Church
You can join at any time in the year with online options as well! Additional groups are available in Puyallup and Tacoma’s North End.