LIVING LIFE AS A FAMILY IS OUR PRIORITY
It's in community where belonging, care and growth happen best!
More than a gathering on a Sunday, church is about sharing life together. We weren't meant to live life alone which is why living life as a family is our priority. We think Ethos has some of the best people you'll meet...you might be surprised how much you grow by just being in community with others. We've always said "we're better together." That's true now more than ever!
Ethos Socials
Ethos Socials are low-stakes, fun environments that serve as spaces for people to connect with one another. Ethos Socials are where familiar faces become friends.
Be sure to check out our events page to see when we will be hosting our next Ethos Social.
Small Groups
Our ongoing small groups provide the opportunity for continual connection with a different level of commitment than our Ethos Communities.
Small groups range from study groups to interest-based groups. They are easy to join because they are open throughout the year!
Ethos Communities
The heart of how we live life together as a family here at Ethos and practice the way of Jesus together in Columbus is through our Ethos Communities.
An Ethos Community is a group of people who make a one-year commitment to gather together around the table with the goal of being formed by Jesus in community.
(Our vision for family)
Ethos Communities
Patterned after Acts 2:46-47, Ethos Communities allow us to intentionally form our calendars and schedules around the practices of our faith, which are always found in community. It is in these ordinary rhythms of life – over a long obedience in the same direction – that we become more like Jesus. Here are a few distinctives of Ethos Communities:
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Ethos Communities involve a one-year commitment of gathering with others on an every-other-week basis. This may not be the right commitment for everyone in every season of life. That's okay! That's why we have our ongoing small groups.
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Ethos Communities are designed around the table. We’re leaning into Jesus’ and the early church’s vision of family, so every time they gather, we’re inviting Ethos Communities to eat together, pray for one another, hold honest conversation, and share life together.
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Ethos Communities are designed to be both relational and formational. Our goal is that Ethos Communities would result in both biblical family and personal formation. We want to be changed as a result of our year of intentional spiritual formation together.
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Ethos Communities are designed to lead us in loving all people in Jesus’ name. Our spiritual formation is not for the sake of ourselves - but for the sake of others. Alongside your Ethos Community, you will have opportunities to be the hands and feet of Jesus as you exercise servant leadership.
Join an Ethos Community
If you are ready to join an Ethos Community, the next step for you is to go through The Way Intensive. In this ten week course we will deepen our theology, grow in our spiritual practices, and cultivate the friendships that are vital to following Jesus and seeking his Kingdom in Columbus.
The Way Intensive is our Ethos Communities' on-ramp with the hopes that it will foster a shared foundation of theology, practice and commitment to following Jesus.
Ethos 101-301
Ready to commit to family?
Ethos 101-301 guides you to discover your purpose and live the life God created for you. Ethos 101 & 201 are available on demand on our website followed by Ethos 301 in person on a Sunday morning.
In Ethos 101, you’ll hear the story of Ethos Church from Pastors Jordan and Courtney Smucker, and why Ethos exists. In Ethos 201, you’ll hear the "what" behind Ethos.
We hold Ethos 301 sessions at Ethos + Co at 6:30pm. You’ll get to meet some of the Ethos servant leaders and get connected to the opportunities available at Ethos to help you live out your purpose and serve others by using your God-given gifts.
Make an impact
Serving Opportunities
There’s a lot to love about our city. We celebrate the successes of all the individuals, businesses, schools, and community organizations that are contributing to our common good. We’re better together.
I Love My City projects are how we serve our city. To view upcoming and past projects: