Adult Discipleship
Following Jesus Every Day
Rev. Brandon Blacksten leads our Adult Discipleship ministries at Acts 2. He’s ready to help you connect with others through small groups, classes, and opportunities to serve.
Find Your Place at Acts 2
Following Jesus is a journey that lasts our entire lifetime. Wherever you are on that journey, we have a place for you to grow closer to God and closer to other people. At Acts 2, we believe spiritual growth happens best when we practice “Worship Plus Two” — weekly worship, a place to learn, and a place to serve. Below, you can find the many ways you can connect to learn and serve. If you’re not sure where to start, check out the first section with our recommended steps.
New to Acts 2?
Exploration
Sunday, August 30 | 12:30-1:30pm | Chapel
Contact: Chantelle Foster
Learn more about Acts 2 over a catered lunch from Hideaway Pizza. You will have an opportunity to meet the staff, learn what church membership means to us, and ask questions.
Want to Connect and Grow?
Disciple Bible Study
September 2, 2026 – April 14, 2027
Contact: Rev. Brandon Blacksten
Join Founding and Senior Pastor Mark Foster as we spend 12 weeks studying the Old Testament and 12 in the New Testament. Each week has a time of teaching, discussion of weekly Scripture readings, and conversation about life application. Workbooks are provided with a $35 investment. Childcare provided with registration.
Ready to Go Deeper?
Join a Small Group
Meeting Times and Locations Set by Each Group
Small groups create a supportive community where people can encourage one another, grow in their faith, and journey through life’s highs and lows together. Groups typically meet in homes, but space and childcare are available on Sunday afternoons at the church. Contact: Rev. Brandon Blacksten, [email protected].
Wednesday Nights: Acts 2 University
Acts 2 University is an opportunity for people of all ages to share a meal, connect with others, and grow in their faith on Wednesday nights throughout the school year. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by classes for all ages 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Acts 2 University resumes for fall 2026 on Wednesday, September 2.
Disciple Bible Study
September 2, 2026 – April 14, 2027
Contact: Rev. Brandon Blacksten
Join Founding and Senior Pastor Mark Foster as we spend 12 weeks studying the Old Testament and 12 in the New Testament. Each week has a time of teaching, discussion of weekly Scripture readings, and conversation about life application. Workbooks are provided with a $35 investment. Childcare provided with registration.
Three Spiritual Practices: Solitude, Prayer, and Service
September 2 – December 9
Contact: Rev. Brandon Blacksten
This group will explore three spiritual practices that help us step away from busyness, connect with God, and bless the people around us.
Disciple Bible Study II
September 2, 2026 – April 14, 2027
Contact: Chantelle Foster
Pathways to God
September 2 – October 7
Contact: Rev. Tim Travers
We each connect with God in different ways, whether through music, time in nature, or silence. This study explores nine pathways to help you find the way you best connect with God.
Hand Me Downs
September 2 – October 7
Contact: Dr. Robert Gorrell
How do you comfort your dad in a nursing home, or talk to your sibling who is struggling? In this class, learn to put your faith intoaction to share God’s love with the people around you.
Sunday Morning Small Groups
Acts 2 101
Leader: Chantelle Foster & Dr. Robert Gorrell
Time: 10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Dates: September 13, 20 & 27
This three-week course will explore Acts 2’s mission and values, beliefs, and how to get connected and grow as a follower of Jesus.
Friends and Followers
Leader: Alvin Myers
Time: 9:15 – 10:30 a.m.
Location: Building C, Classroom 8
This is an open group that can be joined at any time during the year. The group time is divided into fellowship, study, discussion, and prayer over joys and concerns. No registration is required, and childcare is provided.
Faithbuilders
Leader: David Gwinn
Time: 10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Building A, Classroom 5
This open group uses the Upper Room devotional to guide their time of prayer and discussion. No registration is required, and childcare is provided.
Women & Men’s Ministries
Rooted in Christ: Acts 2 Women
Rooted will allow women to slow down, discover solitude, and find strength in community and Christ. Rooted is designed to encourage women to grow spiritually, emotionally, and relationally together through friendships with women of all ages and different seasons of life.
Saturday Acts 2 Men's Group
Contact: Rev. Tim Travers
Days: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Saturdays of the Month
Time: 7:30 – 9:00 a.m.
Location: Building A, Classroom 5
The Acts 2 Men’s Group gathers weekly in fellowship to share their lives and offer mutual support. They share their joys and burdens in a safe and confidential environment so they can improve their walk with Christ.
The Mom Connection
Looking for connection with other Acts 2 moms of tiny humans (ages 18 months & under)? We are starting a group on Tuesday, September 15 at 10:30am in the Gathering Space of Building B. The Mom Connection will meet on Tuesdays: 9/15, 10/6, 10/20, 11/3, 11/17, & 12/1. Come enjoy time with other moms who are living in your same season of life and some yummy snacks! Contact Chantelle Foster for additional information.
Joyful Journeys
Joyful Journeys is a fellowship group for single women who are 50+. They meet monthly to enjoy a meal and share their lives together. The purpose of Joyful Journeys is walking together in faith, growing in grace, and serving in joy. Contact Director of Community Engagement Madelyn Thane for more information.
Serving Others
Serve at Acts 2
Contact: Chantelle Foster
At Acts 2, we believe it takes everyone working together to be the body of Christ. The business of being the church cannot move forward without the support of the people in it.
Serve Locally
Contact: Madelyn Thane
Acts 2 organizes several different mission projects throughout the year. These projects can range from local cleanup and painting jobs to out-of-state construction ventures. We regularly collect supplies for Infant Crisis Services, Prison Ministries, Troop Support, Hope Center of Edmond and the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma.
Serve Internationally
Contact: Madelyn Thane
Acts 2 is committed to spreading God’s love by serving those in need. Approximately 748 million people in the world do not have access to clean drinking water, so we have partnered with Asocaviva year after year to reach large groups of people in Guatemala who suffer every day without this resource that we can often take for granted.