Koinonia Groups – Fall 2026
What makes life worth living?
What makes a life truly worth living? This fall, come explore this timeless question through the lens of Christian faith. Together we’ll discover how God invites us into lives marked by purpose, meaning, joy, and hope.
Each week begins with a 15-minute video conversation led by Shannon, featuring Patrick and special guests throughout the series. The videos are followed by discussion questions designed to help participants reflect intentionally on what God desires for our lives.
Sign up: by August 30.
Kickoff luncheon: Sunday, September 13, after the 11 am service.
Sign up for groups here.
FAQs
What does Koinonia mean? Koinonia is a Greek word used in the New Testament to speak about the fullness of Christian community. We know from reading about Jesus and his disciples, about Paul and his ministry partners, the earliest churches in Acts, and in many of the letters in the New Testament, of the need and value for spiritual friends—not only for the friendships, but for how they foster spiritual formation.
What are the goals of the Koinonia Groups? The goals of the Koinonia Groups are:
- to help us grow spiritually as disciples of Jesus.
- to give each person at FPCA a place of belonging
- to help each person at FPCA have faith conversations on life in a safe place
- to help each person pray for others in the church and to receive prayer
How often do the groups meet? In addition to the kickoff lunch, they meet weekly for 60-75 minutes, for six weeks.
How will the groups be formed? Groups will be put together according to when you are available to meet.
Can I form my own group? Absolutely! Please contact Shannon with the names of those in your group so that we can support your group on this journey.
Where will they meet? Koinonia Groups will meet in homes, in meeting rooms in the community (many of our libraries have meeting rooms), or at church. Each group can decide where they will meet.
What if we need childcare? We recommend those groups meet on Wednesday nights when we have childcare in place. Parents can also set up their own childcare. For groups who need childcare in the home, we can also provide vouchers to help pay for childcare if needed. Please speak with Shannon.
This sounds like a big commitment! Any experience of growth in life requires intentionality and time. Small groups are the best way to grow spiritually. We think it is well worth it to set this time aside for your spiritual formation. It really breaks down to 75-90 minutes for usually six weeks.