Gospel Communities

Find Your Community

The Christian journey is not meant to be walked alone. In these groups of 10-20 people, we are joining God in the renewal of all things and experiencing spiritual formation along the way.

If you want to learn more or join a Gospel Community group, click the button below to email our associate pastor, Sam Tinken.

Lakeview | Mondays 7-9p

Who & When & Where

Hannah Ashby

Mondays 7-9pm

Closest Intersection: Belmont and Seminary

Spiritual Culture

Our group’s desire is to grow in faith and connection with the Lord thorugh authenticity and intentionality. We gather weekly over light refreshments to discover Jesus through scripture, conversation and prayer.

Email Hannah to learn more or join her group!

Lakeview East | Wednesdays 6:30-8:30p

Who & When & Where

Rebecca Carlson

Wednesdays: 6:30-8:30pm

Closest Intersection: Belmont and Sheridan (Hosted at Carrie and Peter’s home)

Spiritual Culture

Our goal is to have an intentional community of members who co-create a group environment defined by vulnerability and mutuality as we seek to grow together as disciples of Jesus Christ. We envision people with different gifts and passions coming together to use those strengths for the good of the group, the Church, and our Chicago neighbors. Join us as we build community through sharing a meal, discussing the Word, and serving together!

Lakeview | Thursdays 7-8:30p

Who, When & Where

Aaron Caid & Sunghae Kim

2nd & 4th Thursdays 7:00pm to 8:30pm

Closest Intersection: Bosworth & Grace

Spiritual Culture

We are a diverse group of believers who desire to forge an intimate relationship with God and with each other. We meet every other Thursday to share a meal and have meaningful conversations to help each other experience spiritual transformation in Christ.

Current Demographic

We are a mix of singles, married couples, and families with kids.

Humboldt Park | Thursdays 7-9p

Who & When & Where

Jade Okamoto

Thursdays 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Closest Intersection: Division and Rockwell

Spiritual Culture

We are a community of believers who believe that Jesus has changed the world and because of that we want to know Him deeply. We truly just want more of Jesus… to know Him and love Him. And through Christ, we are able to love the world around us. We read the bible, pray, and challenge each other to live, love, and serve like Jesus. Visitors are welcomed!

Current Demographic

We are a mix of early 20s and mid 30s singles and some married couples.

Lincoln Park | Wednesdays 6:30-8:30p

Who & When & Where

Merq and Chloe Belongilot

Wednesdays @ 6:30-8:30pm

Closest Intersection: Clark & Diversey

Spiritual Culture

We are a family of believers who desire to grow and learn what it looks like to really follow the Way of Jesus.  We seek to look like Jesus by studying scripture together, praying for one another, and building Kingdom-centered friendships.

We also love to just hang out and spend time with each other!

Ravenswood | Wednesdays 6:30-8:30p

Who & When & Where

Shannon & Sam Tinken

Wednesdays @ 6:30pm

Closest Intersection: Wilson & Ashland

Spiritual Culture

Currently, our focus is on building relationships over a good meal, developing community through conversations, and growing in Christlikeness through spiritual practices like prayer and reading scripture.

All are welcome!

Lincoln Park Women | Tuesdays 7-8:30p

Who & When & Where

Jillian Roberts and McKenzie Gillespey

Tuesdays 7 – 8:30PM

Closest Intersection: Halsted & Wrightwood

Spiritual Culture

Our GC is a close knit, family of believers that are continually growing and learning what it means to walk through life in Christ both personally and collectively. We daily seek to love on one another as sisters in Christ in our vulnerabilities, brokenness, joys, and peace. As a family we share in the brokenness of the world around us as well as praise and worship the glory of God’s greatness throughout the week.

Current Demographic

Our age ranges from early twenties to early thirties women.

Ukrainian Village (Currently Full)

Please note – this group is currently full. Please contact Pastor Sam Tinken with any questions.  

Who, When, & Where

Elise Taylor

Tuesdays 6:30-8:30pm

Closest Intersection: Augusta and Leavitt

Spiritual Culture

Our group desires to follow the way of Jesus through studying Scripture, praying together, and other spiritual practices. Each week, we share a meal together and spend time growing in community.