What is an Ignition Group?

Columbia calls all of its Bible-based studies “Ignition Groups.”  These gatherings ignite passion for Jesus Christ by revealing God’s character and redemptive activity as recorded in the Bible and lived out in community.  As the study of

Who should attend an Ignition Group?

Columbia’s Bible studies, called Ignition Groups, are gatherings of around 10 to 25 people who study the Bible together.  Using the Bible and supporting material, people study a portion of the Biblical text seeking to understand the meaning of the text and how to apply its guidance to daily life.  Friendship and community naturally result from studying the Bible together.

Are all Ignition Groups the Same?

Each Ignition Group strikes its own particular balance of studying the meaning of the Biblical text, identifying ways to apply the Biblical guidance to daily life, developing community that supports its members in the ups and downs of daily life, and spending time in prayer.  Some Ignition Groups also set aside some time for the singing of praise songs.  As a result, no two Ignition Groups are identical.

How do I find an Ignition Group that is right for me?

It is not enough to simply attend a Bible study.  The purpose of attending a Bible study is to grow one’s faith with the support of community.  Here are some factors practical factors to a help a person find an appropriate Ignition Group:  day of the week, level of knowledge about Christianity and the Bible, amount of outside reading, preference or not for being with people in a similar life stage, preference or not to be in a women-only or men-only group. 

Here is the list of our weekly Ignition Groups.

If you can’t find an Ignition Group, please email Eric Reiser for assistance.