LIFE GROUPS

“Grow deeper. Live fuller. Walk together.”

YOU WERE NOT MADE TO BE A CHRISTIAN LIFE ALONE:
YOU WERE CREATED FOR COMMUNITY!

“Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad 
and sincere hearts… And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.”
— Acts 2:46–47 (NIV)

WHY LIFE GROUPS? At West Side Baptist Church, we believe spiritual growth doesn’t happen in isolation, and no one should walk alone — life is better when we live together in community. As our church family grows (praise God!), we are encouraging family and friends to grow bigger by getting smaller.

God is adding to our numbers every week: a wonderful sign of life and growth! And it’s exactly the challenge the early Church faced when thousands were added in a single day (Acts 2:41). Their Spirit-led solution? Smaller gatherings in homes, where people could worship, learn, pray, and care for one another in real relationships. Sunday mornings are not enough to feel connected, build authentic friendships, or grow deeper in your faith. You need intimacy (in-to-me-see) and real time with friends!

Today, we call those places and spaces to gather Life Groups—a place to get connected, go deeper, and live authentically with fellow believers.

WHAT IS A LIFE GROUP? A Life Group is a small group of people (usually 6–12) who meet regularly—often in homes, sometimes at church— for six to twelve weeks. Each group has a host home, a hospitality person, and a trained facilitator who leads the group as they:

  • Study the Bible and Apply it to Daily Life
  • Pray and Care for One Another (fellowship)
  • Share Meals and Meaningful Conversations
  • Support and Encourage One Another
  • Serve Together in Ministry and Mission

Whether you’re new to church or have been a believer for decades, Life Groups help make a big church feel like family.

WHEN and WHERE DO THEY MEET?

Life Groups meet throughout the week – some in the evening, some during the day. We have groups for:

  • Adults (mixed ages or stages)
  • Young Adults (19-29 Years Old)
  • Men’s or Women’s Groups
  • Seniors

Most groups meet weekly or biweekly, in homes across Topeka or in designated spaces at the church.

FAQS for Life Groups:

WHAT WILL LIFE GROUPS STUDY THIS FALL? Life Groups starting after Labor Day will be led by best-selling Christian Author and Bible Teacher, John Ortberg, from his series: “Soul Keeping: Caring for the Most Important Part of You” by HarperChristian Resources.https://www.amazon.com/Soul-Keeping-Video-Study-Important/dp/0310691281. Order your participant guide Today!

HOW DO I JOIN A GROUP? It’s easy! Just click the button below to let us know you’re interested, and we’ll help match you with a group that fits your schedule, stage of life, and spiritual goals. Join a Life Group

    HOW DO I START A NEW LIFE GROUP? Do you feel called to lead or host a group? We’d love to talk with you about starting a new Life Group. Training and resources are available. Let us know, and we’ll walk with you every step of the way.

    Let’s Grow Together

    Life is better when we live it together. Join a Life Group and discover the joy of growing in faith, being known, and building lasting Christian friendships. Because in Christ, no one walks alone.

    UPDATED: 24 JULY 2025