At Lakewood, our greatest desire is to see you connect with others and grow spiritually. We believe you grow to be like Christ as you do life with other people. In addition, we are convinced sustained life-change happens best in the context of a small group.
OUR STAFF
Meet our Adult Discipleship Ministry
Adult Discipleship Ministry Staff
ADULT DISCIPLESHIP MINISTRY
Scott Smith | Discipleship Pastor | Email
Allie Weaver | Discipleship Ministry Assistant | Email
Stephen Jackson | Group Life & Forever Marriage Director | Email
Emily Lavender | Forever Marriage Ministry Assistant | Email
Mark Thomas | College & Young Adult Pastor | Email
Hannah Thomas | College & Young Adult Ministry Assistant | Email
Dawn Smith | Connection Director | Email
Beth Everett | Counseling & Prayer Director | Email
Jessica Hart | Women’s Discipleship Director | Email
Lisa Elliott | Coffeehouse & Bookstore Director | Email
GROUPS
Join a Sunday Morning Group, Community Group, or Accountability Group.
Sunday Morning Groups
On Sunday mornings, we have groups meeting at Lakewood at 8:15am, 9:30am and 11am. Most of these groups are co-ed, range from 10-40 people and are typically based on age, stage or study topic. We do offer some any age and stage adult classes on Sundays as well. Find a group that you can be a part of on Sunday Mornings!
Community Groups
Community Groups are small groups of 6-12 people that join together weekly for intentional, purposeful Bible study focused on life change and spiritual transformation. Through Community Groups we seek a common purpose of deepening our relationship with God and creating authentic community with other believers. Find a group that’s a good fit for you!
Accountability Groups
These gender-specific groups for 3-6 people meet weekly off campus to encourage each other through accountability, grow together through God’s word, cover each other in prayer, and impact others for Christ. New groups are always forming. Use the contact button below if you are interested in being a part of an Accountability Group.
SPECIAL STUDIES
Find a Group Participating in a Special Study.
Women's Bible Studies
Bible Studies for women are launched Fall, Winter and Summer semesters. Contact us or use the Group Search to find out about current studies and times.
Divorce Care
Divorce Care is a Christ-centered 13-week support group for men and women to help you face the challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. New Divorce Care groups launch every January and August.
Divorce Care For Kids (DC4K) is a Christ-centered 13-week support group for children age 5–12 years of age to help them cope with the devastating experience of divorce.
Financial Peace University (FPU)
Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University is a proven program that will show you how to master budgeting, save for emergencies, pay off debt, plan and invest for the future, and live and give like no one else. Lakewood offers this 9-week class at various times during the year. Contact us to find out when the next class will be offered.
GriefShare
Often, grieving the loss of a loved one continues for some time after the funeral itself. In GriefShare, we hope to provide a listening ear and loving community as you find a “new normal.”