Small Groups are how we care for each other.
Small Groups are all about real life change through authentic relationships. God designed us for community, and in Small Groups, we find a place to connect, grow, and support one another in our faith journey. Whether you're looking for a fun activity or a Bible study, there's a group for you. Life is better together, and we can't wait for you to experience the power of Small Groups!
Most groups do not require prior registration so come, join in and let's do life together!
**** Age Specific ****
DCY (Destiny Church Youth)
\\\\\\ YOUTH SERVICE @ 6:00 //////
Youth in Grades 6th - 12th
Come build relationships & community as we GROW in our faith & understanding of Jesus!
Get your friends, bring them out, save their seats & get ready for an amazing night! See you there!
WHO: Students Grade 6-12th
WHEN: Every Wednesday @ 6pm (except on FWW)
WHERE: Destiny Church
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/17oxbWRQac/?mibextid=wwXIfr -or-
TEXT DCY to 4172380279
TYPE OF GROUP: Age Specific/ Community
For more information, please contact the church office, ph# 417.553.1080
DCYA
Life is better with good company. Come connect, build genuine friendships, and grow in your relationship with Jesus.
WHO: ALL Young Adults 18-29
WHEN: Monthly, 3rd Sunday @6pm
WHERE: 8160 CL 214, Joplin (location varies at times)
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: FB https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19hjFauQRy/?mibextid=wwXIfr -OR-
TEXT DCYA to 4172380279
TYPE OF GROUP: Age Specific/ Community
For more information, please contact Tristian and Paige Lown/ Landon and Grace Bebee, ph# 417.434.3500
30:45 Young Adults
Let's do life together! Singles, Married, Parents- all are welcome
WHO: ALL Young Adults 30-45
WHEN: Monthly, 4th Sunday @6pm
WHERE: Destiny Church (location varies at times)
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: FB https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1UztAKJfBq/?mibextid=wwXIfr -or-
TEXT 3045 to 4172380279
TYPE OF GROUP: Age Specific/ Community
For more information, please contact Josh and Melissa Benham/ Mickel and Brittany Clark, ph# 417.483.6229
Young at Heart
Our age might be 'older' but our hearts are 'younger'!
WHO: 'Old-er' Adults, ages 55 and up
WHEN: Monthly, 2nd Saturday, @ 11am
WHERE: Destiny Church
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Text YOUNG to 4172380279
TYPE OF GROUP: Community
For more information, please contact Larry and Judy Hartman, ph#620-762-1184
**** Women Groups****
DC Women Bible Study
Join the DC Women for a time of growth, fellowship and Bible Study. This fall we are studying:
12 Daring Women of the Bible
REAL WOMEN. REAL TRIALS. REAL TRIUMPS.
SAVE THE DATES: 9/14, 9/28, 10/12, 10/26, 11/9, 11/16
WHO: Women (ages 13 & up) Childcare provided
WHERE: Destiny Church
WHEN: Scheduled Mondays @ 630pm
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/185MgcW9g3/?mibextid=wwXIfr -or-
Text Women to 4172380279
TYPE OF GROUP: Spiritual Growth/ Discipleship
For more information, please contact the DC Office, ph#417-553-1080
Sisters in ALL Seasons
A place for women to be known, supported and spiritually refreshed. Rooted in scripture and prayer we come together as sisters- single moms, wives, and women in every season- to grow in faith, share life honestly, and remind one another that no season is walked alone.
WHO: Ladies (Childcare not provided, but kiddos welcome)
WHEN: Bi-Weekly, Thursdays @ 6:30pm beginning Sept 17th
WHERE: Vanessa Summers' home: 403 S Locust St, Carterville, MO
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Text Vanessa for details
TYPE OF GROUP: Spiritual Growth/ Discipleship
For more information, please contact Vanessa Summers, ph#417.437.2011
**** MEN ****
Man University
Man University is a mentoring time for all things men deal with; both spiritual and practical. It’s men encouraging one another and passing on wisdom to each other and to the next generation.
WHO: Men (Ages 12-15 may attend with a parent/guardian)
WHEN: Thurs, Oct 1st @6pm
WHERE: Destiny Church
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Text MEN to 4172380279
TYPE OF GROUP: Spiritual Growth/ Discipleship/ Community
For more information, please contact the DC Office, ph#417-553-1080
REAL MEN
A safe and private environment for men to discuss every topic relevant to walking out a Christian life in these challenging times.
WHO: Men (adult only)
WHEN: Last Thursday, monthly at 630pm
WHERE: John Barnette's home
AVAILABILITY: Open Group, Contact for meeting details
COMMUNICATION: Text John for details
TYPE OF GROUP: Community
For more information, please contact John Barnette, ph# 417.621.8885
**** ACTIVITY GROUPS ****
Koinonia
Koinonia is an ancient Greek word that translates to Christian fellowship, joint participation, or community. Join us for a time to gather for fellowship, prayer, small crafts (paint, poor epoxy, tie-dye) and encourage one another.
WHO: Families
WHEN: Bi Weekly Wednesdays, starting Sept 16th, 6pm
WHERE: Phaedra Earhart home, 1336 Kansas Ave, Joplin
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Text Phaedra for details
TYPE OF GROUP: Activity
For more information, please contact Phaedra Earhart, ph# 417.529.6540
Full Court Faith (Basketball)
Full Court Faith is a small group intended to be a place where Christian athletes and others can come play basketball, get their cardio in and build their faith together. Everyone is Welcome
WHO: All Adults
WHEN: Specific Dates: Sundays @ 6pm: 9/20, 10/11, 11/8
WHERE: The 'W' Club, 1000 Dawson Dr, Webb City
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Text Shane for details
TYPE OF GROUP: Activity/ Community
For more information, please contact Shane Winters, ph# 417.317.6781
DC Motorcycles
Motorcycles and Jesus go together like Peanut Butter & Jelly! Whether you have been riding for a long time or just beginning, we would love to have you!
WHO: Men and Women
WHEN: Varies, Join FB group for conversation and dates
WHERE: Locations may vary
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Join FB: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Vk8r43tJ/
TYPE OF GROUP: Activity
For more information, please contact Joe Ellis, ph#417.434.2223
Slow Pitch Softball
Slow Pitch Softball for adults. Bring your own glove. Bring bats and balls if you have them sitting around. All age of adults, highschoolers and teens invited as well. No cost to play.
WHO: Adults
WHERE: King Jack Park, Webb City
WHEN: Specific dates: 6:30pm, 9/19, 10/3, 10/17
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Text Josh for details
TYPE OF GROUP: Activity
For more information, please contact Josh Benham, ph# 417-296-5236
Jam with the Band
Do you enjoy jamming out for Jesus?? Come hang out and play some music with others, bring your instrument and join us!
WHO: Adults
WHERE: Destiny Church
WHEN: Monthly, 3rd Thursday at 6pm beginning Sept 17th
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Text Jacob for details
TYPE OF GROUP: Activity
For more information, please contact Jacob Boswell, ph# 417-825-5218
Saturday Bicycle Club
Bicycles are fun! And great exercise. DCBC meets for rides + fellowship. We coordinate on nice days through 'Group me' and everyone is invited. Any type of bicycle, and every level of rider is invited.
WHO: Everyone! Families, Couples, Singles
WHERE: varies
WHEN: varies
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
TYPE OF GROUP: Activity
For more information, please contact John Barnette, ph# 417-621-8885
**** STUDY/ TOPICAL ****
Sermon Recap
Let's get together and dive deeper in the previous week's sermon.
WHO: Adults
WHERE: Destiny Church Conference Room
WHEN: Weekly, Wednesday @630pm, starting Sept 16th
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Text Terry for details
TYPE OF GROUP: Study/ Topical
For more information, please contact Terry and Vicki Berry, ph#316.708.9693
Financial Peace
Financial peace means having freedom from money worry, control over your bills, and a clear plan for your future.
Learn how to beat debt and build wealth in a healthy way.
WHO: Adults (Childcare provided)
WHERE: Destiny Church Conference Room
WHEN: Specific Dates: Sundays @ 5pm: 9/20, 10/4, 10/18, 11/1, 11/15
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Text Karen for details
TYPE OF GROUP: Study/ Topical
For more information, please contact Wayne & Karen Barr, ph#417.439.0155
Hope in Silence
"Hope in Silence: A 10-Week Journey for Parents Experiencing Estrangement" is a structured, intentional framework designed to help hurting parents process the devastating grief of a child's sudden or prolonged absence. Parental estrangement is a unique kind of ambiguous loss—there is no funeral, no closure, and often very few answers. This 10-week journey is built around moving from desperate panic to emotional regulation, shifting the focus from fixing the relationship to healing your own soul.
WHO: Families
WHERE: Destiny Church Conference Room
WHEN: Weekly on Thursdays @ 7pm beginning on Sept 17th
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Text Judy for details
TYPE OF GROUP: Study/ Topical
For more information, please contact Judy Hartman, ph# 620-762-1184
The Curtis Community
This group will be following a study of Laura Story, 'When God doesn't fix it'. The book centers on a painful question: What happens when God has the power to fix your broken situation, but chooses not to? Together, we will walk through those answers.
WHO: Families/ Married couples
WHERE: Home of Kelvin & Amy Curtis, 1555 Anderson, Webb City
WHEN: Weekly on Sundays @ 5:30 pm beginning on Sept 13th
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
TYPE OF GROUP: Study/ Topical
For more information, please contact Amy Curtis, ph# 785-845-9465
**** FAMILY/ MARRIAGE ****
Family Movie Night
A Christian family movie night with wholesome entertainment for the whole family.
Hot dogs, Popcorn, Lawn chairs & the Great Outdoors= Quality Family Time
WHO: Families
WHERE: Joe and Amy Ellis home, 15595 Maple Road, Carthage
WHEN: Specific Saturdays @730pm: 9/19, 10/17, 11/14
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Text Joe for details
TYPE OF GROUP: Family
For more information, please contact Joe and Amy Ellis, ph# 417-621-8807
Faith and Family
Families gathering to get to know God and each other on a deeper level.
WHO: Adults/ Families
WHERE: Travis and Ebony Vincent home, 23849 Pine Rd, Oronogo, MO
WHEN: Monthly, 2nd Sunday, 5pm starting Sept 13th (9/13, 10/11, 11/8)
AVAILABILITY: Closed Group (currently at max capacity)
COMMUNICATION: Text Kecia for details
TYPE OF GROUP: Family
For more information, please contact Kecia Boswell, ph# 417-825-5216
Wonderfully Made
This group is created to uplift and assist parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs.
WHO: Caregivers of Individuals with Special Needs
WHERE: Destiny Church Conference Room
WHEN: Weekly, Mondays @6pm, Starting 9/14
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Text Shelly for details
TYPE OF GROUP: Family
For more information, please contact Shelly Shanks, ph# 417-437-4291
**** SPIRITUAL GROWTH ****
Tuesday Weekly Bible Study
Join us for a traditional Bible Study as we deep dive into each of the books of the Bible.
WHO: Everyone (Childcare provided)
WHEN: Every Tuesday @ 7pm beginning Sept 15th
WHERE: Destiny Church
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Text Angie for details
TYPE OF GROUP: Spiritual Growth/ Discipleship
For more information, please contact Brett & Angie Bundy, ph#417.291.5915
Christian Foundation Bible Study
If you desire to build your firm foundation in Christ, join this study that features excellent teaching from a new video weekly, plus group discussion.
WHO: Everyone (all seasons of this Christian journey) Childcare provided
WHERE: Destiny Church
WHEN: Weekly on Tuesdays, 7pm, starting 9/15
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Text John for details
TYPE OF GROUP: Spiritual Growth/ Discipleship
For more information, please contact John & Lisa Barnette, ph# 417.621.8885
Food, Friends and Faith
Let's share a meal together and dig in deeper to many biblical topics.
WHO: Adults/ Families
WHERE: Home of Joey & Londa Summers, 26028 Maple Rd, Webb City, MO
WHEN: Specific Dates, Thursdays @ 630pm. 9/17, 10/15, 11/19
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Text Londa for details
TYPE OF GROUP: Spiritual Growth/ Discipleship
For more information, please contact Londa Summers, ph# 417-291-1256
Forged in Fire
This group is for everyone to safe environment to talk about their testimony, faith and walk with God. Talking about life experiences and their testimony, faith and walk with God.
WHO: Adults
WHERE: Home of 10244 Timberline Circle, Joplin
WHEN: 1st and 3rd Saturday @530pm, starting Sept 19th
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: Text Gabe for details
TYPE OF GROUP: Spiritual Growth/ Discipleship
For more information, please contact Gabe Hight, ph# 918-957-2298
**** BUSINESS ****
DC Business Networking
Imagine all of the Destiny Church Business Owners and Upper Management Decision Makers coming together in one place to do business together! Networking, connecting resources, encouraging and equipping with one goal...to see each other SUCCEED with excellence.
WHO: Business Owners and managers with Christ-like integrity to take our place as the head, and not the tail in our community
WHERE: Destiny Church
WHEN: Monthly 2nd Thursday, at 6pm, Dinner & Childcare provided
AVAILABILITY: Open Group
COMMUNICATION: FB Group https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1HKMEQoVoJ/
TYPE OF GROUP: Community
For more information, please contact Amy Ellis, ph#417.434.2223
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