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This is Discovery Class | Discovery Pathway Core Classes

SUNDAY | 12:30-2:15PM | January 28 | Alafaya Campus

KidCare Provided

This class is an opportunity for you to learn the history, vision, and mission of who we are as a church. The class is led by one of our pastors and provides an excellent setting for you to ask questions and learn the next steps for you to connect in the life and ministry of Discovery.

Spiritual Gifts Class | Discovery Pathway Core Classes

SUNDAY | 12:45-2PM | February 11-25 | Alafaya Campus

KidCare Provided

The Spiritual Gifts class is a journey to find out who God has uniquely made you to be and how you can best serve within His Kingdom. In this class you will discover your Spiritual Gifts, Personal Style, and Ministry Passion. Understanding these will allow you to find the best place to use your gifts to serve at Discovery Church!

Spirit-Filled Living Class | Discovery Pathway Core Classes

SUNDAY | 11AM-12:20PM | January 28-February 4 | Alafaya Campus

KidCare Provided

The Spirit-Filled Living class will help you grow in the areas of Holy Spirit-directed living, experiencing the power of prayer, and hearing God’s voice through the Bible.

Baptism Class | Discovery Pathway Core Classes

SUNDAY | 11AM-12:30PM | April 7 | Alafaya Campus

KidCare Provided

This class is held the Sunday prior to Baptism. This brief orientation is essential for new believers. It will explain the purpose of Baptism and its significance in the life of a Christ follower. Welcome to students in grade 6 to adulthood. Baptism will take place on Sunday, April 14.

Financial Peace University (FPU) by Dave Ramsey

MONDAY | 6:30-8:30PM | February 5-April 15 | Alafaya Campus

KidCare Provided

FPU is Dave Ramsey’s personal financial course based on Biblical principles. Sessions cover everything from spending plans to funding retirement. How you steward your money matters, so whether you have hundreds or millions, this class is for you! This $130 value is provided free by Discovery Church when you create a Ramsey+ account. If you would like a workbook for your FPU class, the cost is $20 when you purchase through your Ramsey+ account.

Marriage Groups

Marriage Class 1 | The Art of Marriage by FamilyLife

MONDAY | 7-8:30PM | February 5-April 8 | Alafaya Campus | $20 per couple for workbooks

KidCare Available | $5 per family per week

The Art of Marriage by FamilyLife is a transformative small-group resource designed to help you explore new levels of intimacy. The Art of Marriage unpacks how to live out the brilliant, untapped potential of marriage.

Marriage Class 2 | The Four Laws of Love by Jimmy Evans

WEDNESDAY | 7-8:30PM | February 7-April 10 | Alafaya Campus | $20 per couple for workbooks

KidCare Available | $5 per family per week

Jimmy Evans outlines the foundational pillars upon which God designed marriage. Without holding back, he tells the story of his own marriage, which was heading toward divorce until this self-proclaimed “bad husband” came to recognize and put into practice these four laws. Couples who follow these simple guidelines ― recognizing the original intent and purpose of marriage―will inject new life into their unions. They’ll see hurting marriages find healing and watch good marriages become great.

Young Adults | Married | 18-29 | Cherish by Gary Thomas

SUNDAY | 7-9PM | Begins January 21 |Alafaya Campus | $20 per couple for workbook

No KidCare

Journey with us through practical ways to turn your marriage around through loving, cherishing, every day actions provided by real life stories and examples.

Men's Groups

Men's Breakfast

THURSDAY | 6:30-8AM | Begins February 1

Kickoff TUESDAY January 23 at the Sand Lake Campus

No KidCare

Welcome to the Best Men’s Ministry around! Come be part of a community of men who are seeking to grow relationally with other Godly men, learn new practical ways for us to face our battles and learn from God’s teaching. We are a group of Mighty Men who have fun, serve the community, and challenge each other in a healthy way to carry each other and grow as disciples of Jesus Christ. There is testimony after testimony of men sharing how their time here has impacted them, come see what the noise is all about! It is great to be in a place where God is moving. Do you sense His calling? Don’t let it pass you by and request to join.

Men | The Way of a Disciple by Don Cousins & Judson Poling

MONDAY | 6:30-8:30PM | Begins January 22 | Waterford Lakes

No KidCare

The goal of this curriculum is to produce disciples—fully devoted followers of Christ—by studying God’s Word in community.  It is also to produce believers who live the Word in all areas of life and contribute to the work that God is doing in the local church. Ultimately, the goal is to develop believers who impact the world and are prepared and eager to spread the good news of Christ to others.

Men | Power Hour

TUESDAY | 12-1PM | February 6-May 7 | Virtual

No KidCare

Want to get more out of the Bible? Feel stuck, lost, confused, or just plain bored when you open up the Bible on your own? The Power Hour is a 60 day challenge to see the Bible in a new way through daily readings, consistent communication with other group members, and a weekly 1 hour discussion group. Note: space is limited.

Young Adults | Single | Men | 18-29 | Wild at Heart by John Eldredge

1ST & 3RD TUESDAY | 7-8:30PM | Begins January 16 | Alafaya Campus

No KidCare

Come discover the true heart of a man and how to unapologetically be what God has called you to be-passionate, alive, and free.

Men | Message-Based

WEDNESDAY | 6:30-8:30PM | Ongoing | Local Restaurants

No KidCare

Message-based groups follow the teaching series of our Sunday services. The discussion is based on the previous Sunday’s message and guided by discussion questions provided by Discovery Church (available in the Church Center App). These groups meet to love, encourage, and challenge one another to live out the 6 Practices of a disciple and to fully apply what God is speaking into each person’s life.

Men | Message-Based

WEDNESDAY | 6:40-7:50AM | Ongoing | Virtual

No KidCare

Message-based groups follow the teaching series of our Sunday services. The discussion is based on the previous Sunday’s message and guided by discussion questions provided by Discovery Church (available in the Church Center App). These groups meet to love, encourage, and challenge one another to live out the 6 Practices of a disciple and to fully apply what God is speaking into each person’s life.

Men | Message-Based

THURSDAY | 7-8:30PM | Ongoing | Virtual

No KidCare

Message-based groups follow the teaching series of our Sunday services. The discussion is based on the previous Sunday’s message and guided by discussion questions provided by Discovery Church (available in the Church Center App). These groups meet to love, encourage, and challenge one another to live out the 6 Practices of a disciple and to fully apply what God is speaking into each person’s life.

Men's Mentoring

Ongoing

Our mission is to provide opportunities for men to experience joy and growth, both relationally and spiritually, in the context of encouraging and supportive mentoring friendships. The goal of these friendships will be to develop a strong relationship with Christ as we learn to embrace Scripture as a foundational truth for all of life, thus giving us a better understanding of who we are in Christ.

Men's Bootcamp | 18+

THURSDAY 5:30PM-SUNDAY 12PM | May 16-19 | Lake Yale | $350

No KidCare

This is not a typical men’s retreat. It’s a three-night quest to recover a man’s masculine soul; to release his heart and Godly passions. Then we can reclaim the territory taken by the enemy. Through teaching sessions, films, guided periods of reflection and journaling, the boot camp experience is designed with one primary objective: to restore the hearts of men through a fresh encounter with Jesus.

Message-Based Groups

Married & Singles | Young Professionals | 25-39 | Message-Based

Every other SUNDAY | 1-2:30PM | Begins January 28 | Waterford Lakes Area | Price of Lunch

No KidCare

This is a message-based group for anyone between the ages of 25-39 who are seeking community and fellowship together.  After the second service, we will meet up at the Avalon Park for food, fun, and conversation surrounding that morning’s message. We will supplement our conversation with discussion questions provided by Discovery Church (available in the Church Center app). This group meets to love, encourage, and challenge one another to live out the 6 Practices of a disciple and to fully apply what God is speaking into each of our lives.

Women | Married & Singles | Young Moms | 18+ | Message-Based

WEDNESDAY | 6-7:30PM | January 24-May 22 | Avalon Area

No KidCare

Message-based groups follow the teaching series of our Sunday services. The discussion is based on the previous Sunday’s message and guided by discussion questions provided by Discovery Church (available in the Church Center App). These groups meet to love, encourage, and challenge one another to live out the 6 Practices of a disciple and to fully apply what God is speaking into each person’s life.

Married & Singles | 18+ | Message-Based

WEDNESDAY | 6:30-8:30PM | Ongoing | Avalon Park

No KidCare

Message-based groups follow the teaching series of our Sunday services. The discussion is based on the previous Sunday’s message and guided by discussion questions provided by Discovery Church (available in the Church Center App). These groups meet to love, encourage, and challenge one another to live out the 6 Practices of a disciple and to fully apply what God is speaking into each person’s life.

Married & Singles | 18+ | Hiking | Message-Based

Every other SATURDAY | 7:30-9AM | Begins January 20 | Local Parks

No KidCare

This group will explore the outdoors at local parks. They will invite the community out to fellowship and share the gospel.

Married | 55+ | Couples Dinner | Message-Based

3rd SATURDAY | 5-7PM | Ongoing | Local Restaurants | Price of Dinner

No KidCare

This group is for fellowship and to invite others from the community to meet up at a restaurant for dinner.

Online Community

Online Community | Married & Singles | Message-Based

SUNDAY | 4-5PM | Ongoing

Join our Online Community Small Group that meets virtually every Thursday! Message-based groups follow the teaching series of our Sunday services. The discussion is based on the previous Sunday’s message and guided by discussion questions provided by Discovery Church (available in the Church Center App). These groups meet to love, encourage, and challenge one another to live out the 6 Practices of a disciple and to fully apply what God is speaking into each person’s life.

 

Online Community | Married & Singles | Message-Based

THURSDAY | 7-8:30PM | Ongoing

Join our Online Community Small Group that meets virtually every Thursday! Message-based groups follow the teaching series of our Sunday services. The discussion is based on the previous Sunday’s message and guided by discussion questions provided by Discovery Church (available in the Church Center App). These groups meet to love, encourage, and challenge one another to live out the 6 Practices of a disciple and to fully apply what God is speaking into each person’s life.

Renewal Groups

Renewal | Soul Care Class by Rob Reimer

MONDAY | 6:30-8:30PM | January 22-March 11 | Alafaya Campus

KidCare Provided 

Experience greater measures of freedom and wholeness within your heart and soul as you learn Biblical principles that will help you to heal from your past. The Soul Care class is based on Dr. Rob Reimer’s book, Soul Care, and meets for eight consecutive weeks.

Renewal | Prophetic Training Class

SUNDAY | 9-10:30AM | April 7-28 | Alafaya Campus

KidCare Provided

Does God still speak? The answer to that question is a resounding YES. Through prophetic words, God can speak a word that can strengthen the weak, encourage the discouraged, and comfort the discomforted! These words can change the direction of the hearer’s life. Join us as we journey together to uncover the power of the words He speaks!

Renewal | GriefShare by Church Initiative

TUESDAY | 6:30-8:30PM | January 23-April 16 | Avalon Park | $20 for workbook

No KidCare

Have you lost a loved one? GriefShare can help you with your grief and loss through a group of people who comfort, love, and support. The grieving process can be painful and slow. The emotions, thoughts, and decisions can be overwhelming. How can you move forward without your loved one? Let us walk alongside you in this Biblically-based 13-week course.

Renewal | Hope for Hurting Parents by Tom & Dena Yohe

2nd & 4th MONDAY | 6:30-8:30PM | Ongoing | Alafaya Campus | $15 for Parent Notebook

No KidCare

This is for parents who are in need of support in dealing with the heartbreaking and harmful decisions their children are making.

Renewal | Stephen Ministry

Alafaya Campus

No KidCare

Stephen Ministers are ordinary, non-professional people who have completed extensive training to provide a confidential and non-judgmental environment where one can unburden themselves to an empathetic ear. They are trained not to “fix it” but to offer prayer, redirection to the Lord, a strong listening ear and support through the days after trials and/or loss.

Sports

Discovery Sports | 18+

January 20-May 11 | Alafaya Campus

No KidCare

A group for those interested in Discovery Sports as a way to connect and invite their friends to Discovery Church.

Student Groups

Student Midweek | Grades 6-12

WEDNESDAY | 6:30-8:30PM | January 10- May 22 | Alafaya Campus

Come and be a part of a growing community of students where you can be yourself, connect with others in small groups, and experience God through worship and His Word.

Topical Groups

Motorcycle

Various SATURDAYS | 9AM-3PM | Next Ride February 3 | Various Locations

No KidCare

The motorcycle group is a church-wide opportunity for all men and women who ride. Join us as we travel a scenic route, experience a meal, fellowship and share a devotion. Must be an owner and operator.

Journey of Generosity

Interest Only | Alafaya Campus

We believe God wants us to experience the fulfillment of a generous life, and it can start with a conversation.  Join us for a Journey of Generosity which is unlike any other experience you’ve had relative to talking about God and your finances.  Journey of Generosity has been used all throughout the United States in churches to help people see how God views generosity, and what He might be calling you to do. Currently we’re seeking to identify individuals that would be interested in joining us in this experience.  Once Connection Weekend is over, we will be in contact with you to share the details of the Journey of Generosity and some helpful information.  We look forward to having you join us and can’t wait to see you there!

Women's Groups

Women | Married & Singles | 18+ | He Speaks to Me: Preparing to Hear from God by Priscilla Shirer

THURSDAY | 10-11:30AM | Januray 25 - March 14 | Alafaya Campus | $15 for book

KidCare Provided

Are you longing to hear God’s voice…more often or more clearly? God wants to speak directly to each of His beloved children-not to just a few “spiritual elite.”  Join us …and prepare yourself to draw closer to Him as we explore God’s call to Samuel and uncover six characteristics essential for hearing from God.

Women | Married & Singles | 18+ | He Speaks to Me: Preparing to Hear from God by Priscilla Shirer

THURSDAY | 7-8:30PM | Januray 25 - March 14 | Alafaya Campus | $15 for book

KidCare Provided

Are you longing to hear God’s voice…more often or more clearly? God wants to speak directly to each of His beloved children-not to just a few “spiritual elite.”  Join us …and prepare yourself to draw closer to Him as we explore God’s call to Samuel and uncover six characteristics essential for hearing from God.

Women | Married & Singles | 18+ | The Way of a Disciple by Don Cousins & Judson Poling

SUNDAY | 1-3PM | Starts February 4 | Alafaya Campus | $20 for book

No KidCare

A one-year deep dive into the essentials of the Christian faith. Through the books Way of a Disciple and Work of a Disciple, written by Don Cousins, we will cover the trustworthiness of the Bible, the role of the Holy Spirit, the purpose of the Church, the way God speaks, and many other essential topics. Through this study, you will discover the God who loves you and what it means to follow Him as Lord daily.

Women | Single Moms | 18+ | Luke: Gut Level Compassion by Lisa Harper

TUESDAY | 6:30-8PM | January 30 - May 7 | Alafaya Campus | $15 for booklet, includes dinner

KidCare Provided

The great news of the Gospel of Luke is that perfection is not a prerequisite for a deep and personal relationship with Jesus.

In fact, this riveting account of Luke reveals that Jesus is especially fond of messy, don’t have it all together people… in need of a safe place to lean in and linger! Join us for Lisa Harper’s Bible study on Luke, a literary masterpiece. It doesn’t celebrate the elite, but embraces the outliers, outcasts, and overlooked!  Jesus’ “Gut-Level Compassion” shown in Luke, has the potential to change how we view ourselves, the people in our life, and those around us…forever!

Young Adults | Single | Women | 18-29 | Topical Study

1ST & 3RD TUESDAY | 7-8:30PM | Begins January 16 | Alafaya Campus

No KidCare | Dinner Provided

Young Adults Ministry meets weekly on alternating Tuesdays for Group Night and Community Night. Content discussion for this Group Night is based on the previous week’s teaching series. The curriculum is guided by questions provided by the Young Adults Pastor. These groups meet to love, encourage, and challenge one another to fully apply what God is speaking into each person’s life. Attendance at Young Adults Community Night is encouraged to be fully engaged with this group.

Young Adults | Single | Women | 18-29 | Unoffendable by Brant Hansen

1ST & 3RD TUESDAY | 7-8:30PM | Begins January 16 | Alafaya Campus

No KidCare | Dinner Provided

Join us for a guided topical study geared toward women and their spiritual growth.

Women | Married & Singles | 18+ | Art Group

1ST WEDNESDAY | 10AM-12PM | February 7-May 1st | Alafaya Campus | $20 for supplies

No KidCare

Join ladies to worship God through the expression of art.  This group engages in new art methods and projects each month.  No prior experience is needed.

Women | Married & Singles | 50+ | Growing in Grace Intentionally (GiGi)

2ND WEDNESDAY | 10AM-12PM | February 14-May 8th | Alafaya Campus

No KidCare

Join ladies 50+ to create community, grow in your relationship with God, and impact the community outside of the church.

Women | Married & Singles | Young Moms | 18+ | Message-Based

WEDNESDAY | 6-7:30PM | January 24-May 22 | Avalon Area

No KidCare

Message-based groups follow the teaching series of our Sunday services. The discussion is based on the previous Sunday’s message and guided by discussion questions provided by Discovery Church (available in the Church Center App). These groups meet to love, encourage, and challenge one another to live out the 6 Practices of a disciple and to fully apply what God is speaking into each person’s life.

Women | Single | 30-40s

2ND FRIDAY | 7-9PM | February 9-May 10 | Various Locations

No KidCare

This is a group of single women in their 30s & 40s who come together to build community and encourage one another in their walk with God! We meet monthly to enjoy a variety of activities around town or at someone’s home. Come join us for pizza, a game night, a movie out and many other fun activities.

Young Adult Groups

Young Adults | Married | 18-29 | Cherish by Gary Thomas

SUNDAY | 7-9PM | Begins January 21 | Alafaya Campus | $20 per couple for workbook

No KidCare

Journey with us through practical ways to turn your marriage around through loving, cherishing, every day actions illustrated with real life stories and examples.

Young Adults | Single | 18-29 | Topical Study

MONDAY | 7-9:30PM | Begins January 22 | Alafaya Campus

No KidCare

Join us for a topical study to encourage us in our spiritual growth.

Young Adults | Single | 18-29 | Reaching Higher by Susie Dahlmann

1ST & 3RD TUESDAY | 7-8:30PM | Begins February 6 | Alafaya Campus

No KidCare | Dinner Provided

Join us for a topical study as we reach higher toward spiritual growth.

Young Adults | Single | Men | 18-29 | Wild at Heart by John Eldredge

1ST & 3RD TUESDAY | 7-8:30PM | Begins February 6 | Alafaya Campus

No KidCare | Dinner Provided

Come discover the true heart of a man and how to unapologetically be what God has called you to be- passionate, alive, and free.

Young Adults | Married & Singles | College Age | Inductive Bible Study on Romans

1ST & 3RD TUESDAY | 7-8:30PM | Begins February 6 | Alafaya Campus

No KidCare | Dinner Provided

Join us for an in-depth study on the book of Romans using observation, interpretation, and application.

Young Adults | Single | Women | 18-29 | Topical Study

1ST & 3RD TUESDAY | 7-8:30PM | Begins February 6 | Alafaya Campus

No KidCare | Dinner Provided

Young Adults Ministry meets weekly on alternating Tuesdays for Group Night and Community Night. Content discussion for this Group Night is based on the previous week’s teaching series. The curriculum is guided by questions provided by the Young Adults Pastor. These groups meet to love, encourage, and challenge one another to fully apply what God is speaking into each person’s life. Attendance at Young Adults Community Night is encouraged to be fully engaged with this group.

Young Adults | Single | Women | 18-29 | Unoffendable by Brant Hansen

1ST & 3RD TUESDAY | 7-8:30PM | Begins February 6 | Alafaya Campus

No KidCare | Dinner Provided

Join us for a guided topical study geared toward women and their spiritual growth.

Young Adults | 18-29 | The Reason for God by Timothy Keller

1ST & 3RD TUESDAY | 7-8:30PM | Begins February 6 | Alafaya Campus

No KidCare | Dinner Provided

Dive into this study on how the belief in a Christian God is, in fact, a sound and rational one. Learn how to stand your ground against the backlash towards faith from sketptics.

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