A Return to the Beginning

Before there were buildings and pews, the first expressions of church happened around a dinner table. Friends and strangers shared a meal, talked about life, and found hope together. We believe that simple, ancient idea is exactly what our modern world needs. Dinner Church is a return to that original way of building community.

 

"The believers devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching, to the community, to their shared meals and to their prayers."   

Acts 2:42 Common English Bible

 

A Place for People Who Aren't "Church People"

Are you curious about faith but feel like a traditional church isn't the right fit? You're not alone. Many people are interested in the person of Jesus but not in "churchianity".

Dinner Church is a welcoming space for everyone, no matter your background or beliefs. It's a gathering for the curious, the skeptical, the lonely, and anyone who is simply looking for a good meal and a friendly conversation. This is a place where your questions are welcome and you can be yourself.

 

Why We Do This

We believe in creating a space where people’s real-life needs are met—for food, for friendship, and for hope. Our goal is to serve our neighborhood and create a place where everyone, especially those who are struggling or feel alone, can find a family table to belong to.

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What to expect at ConnectDinners:

A Meal, Not a Service

 

  • A relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.

  • Plenty of delicious homemade or catered food, including dessert.

  • Friendly servers who greet you by name and treat everyone like family.

  • Live music (Christian and regular songs) played just right – loud enough to enjoy, soft enough to talk.

  • Lively conversations and laughter around the tables.

  • A diverse mix of people – all ages, backgrounds, and cultures – connecting over a shared meal.

  • A short story about Jesus and how it has impacted the speaker's life.

  • Table discussions about the Jesus story at your table, sharing and asking questions at whatever depth feels comfortable, sometimes even leading to prayer.

  • Always enough food for seconds, and even some to take home.

  • New and old friends making plans to meet again next week.