Growth Groups
Growth Groups are small groups that help individuals grow in faith and connection with others at DPC. Explore topics that point to the sacred, stimulating curiosity and challenge our thinking. The winter season is the perfect time to join a group! New groups are about to begin, led by your fellow church members and by Pastors Mac Schafer and Becca Bateman. Ongoing groups are always welcoming new faces! There is something for everyone, so take a minute to explore and see what fits your schedule and spiritual needs. These groups are open to all, including non-members of the church, so feel free to pass along to your friends or family.
DPC Dads
This group offers the opportunity for support, fellowship, and a shared experience for fathers of all ages. The Dads are always welcoming of new faces! For more information check the box in the signup form above.
DPC Moms
These casual gatherings are where mothers of all ages can come together to share stories, discuss parenting issues, encourage one another, and nurture their faith. For more information check the box in the signup form above.
Read & Chat
This book group meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 1 pm in the DPC Library in Andrews Hall. For the full schedule of books, Click Here.
Sunday Night Men’s Group
When: Sunday nights at 7:30 pm
Where: The Plumsteadville Inn
“The Boys, Beer, and the Bible” Group shares good drinks and inspired discussion about faith usually based on a book. The group has been studying: Last Call: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition by Daniel Okrent. Led by Tom Richards.
Monday Morning Men’s Group
When: Selected Mondays at 8 am
Where: DPC Library
This group meets to examine a book related to faith. The group will begin examining Presbyterians and American Culture by Bradley J. Longfield on Feb. 16. Led by Cameron Craig.
Tuesday Morning Waking Up with the Word
When: Tuesdays from 7 am to 8 am
Where: DPC Library
This is a weekly gathering centers on the scripture text that will be preached on for the upcoming Sunday. We will read the scripture several times and discuss the following questions in relation to the text: What is a word/phrase that stands out to you? Allow that word/phrase to develop into a memory from your life or a thought on the passage? What is Christ calling you to through the text? Led by Pastor Mac Schafer.
Tuesday Night Group – Early Church through the Lens of the “Lost Gospels”
When: Tuesday nights (February 17 and 24, and March 3, 10, and 24) at 7 pm
Where: Andrew Hall Room 209
Why can studying something that was purposely left out of scripture, the “lost gospels,” actually help our understanding of scripture as well as the development of church dogma? In the time together we will share our own unique faith journey and learn about the faith journey of key ancient bible scholars. The group will look at selections of text for conversation about theological practices we’ve come to know and love while also becoming more thoughtful readers of scripture. Led by Pastor Becca Bateman and Dennis Parenti.
Tuesday Night Group – Stewards of Eden
When: Tuesday nights (Feb. 10, 17, and 24, and March 10) at 7 pm
Where: On Zoom
This group will be studying the book Stewards of Eden: What Scripture Says About the Environment and Why it Matters by Sandra Richter. Each chapter in this book draws out a biblical mandate about care for the land, for domestic and wild animals, for people at the margins, and more. Richter includes case studies connecting modern day examples and Scripture. Copies of the book are available at the Doylestown Bookshop at a 20% discount. Led by Diane Paul and Janet Roberto.
Tuesday Night Growth thru Action Group: Bridging the Spectrum
When: Tuesdays at 7 pm
Where: On Zoom
A Growth thru Action group focused on exploring what it means to be a welcoming and inclusive church for members of the LGBTQ+ community. The group offers space for participants to share with one another and engage topics that affect this community. Friends and allies welcome! Led by Judy Chang Cody and Lauren Mentzer.
Wednesday Lent 2026 Class: Ain’t It Great Bein’ Presbyterian!
When: Wednesdays, 7 to 8 am (beginning Feb. 18)
Where: DPC Library
For Lent, Pastor Mac will offer a 6 week class on the things he loves about being a Presbyterian. Very important detail: He’ll provide coffee! Whether you are new to the Presbyterian Church (USA) or born into it, this class will teach or remind you about what’s great about being a Presbyterian. All are welcome. No need to sign up. Just come!
Wednesdays at Pine Run (open to Pine Run Community members)
When: Every other Wednesday at 2 pm
Where: Pine Run Community Center
Join pastor Mac and Pastor Becca as we gather to discuss a series of periodicals, poetry, and articles from Christian publications such as the Presbyterian Outlook, the Christian Century, or Reformed Worship.
Wednesday Night iLIGHT
When: Every other Wednesday at 7 pm (beginning mid February)
Where: On Zoom
iLIGHT returns this winter with this season’s topic is The Sermon on the Mount: Jesus’ Radical Call to a New Way of Life.
Thursday Morning Women’s Group
When: The second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 9:30 am
Where: DPC Library
This book study group offers the opportunity to examine faith through the lens of a piece of Christian literature or Biblical text. Led by Nancy Roe.
Thursday Night Women’s Group
When: Thursdays through March (book discussion has already begun)
Where: Andrews Hall
The group is continuing to read and study the book: Surprised by Hope: Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church by N.T. Wright. Led by Ann Petro and Linay Richards.
Friday Morning Group
When: Fridays from 7:15 to 8:30 (Beginning February 13)
Where: DPC Library
The group will be watching a video each week by Rob Bell from his video series NOOMA and then spend the rest of the session discussing it.
NOOMA is a series of 24 short films (less than 14 minutes each) that “blend events of everyday with discussion about God” featuring Christian teacher Rob Bell. The name NOOMA comes from a phonetic spelling of the Greek word πνευμα (pneuma), meaning “wind or spirit.” Each short story covers a specific topic on a real-life situation, relating the various experiences from a Christian perspective. Led by Jeff Toner and Terry Herring.
Friday Walk and Talk
Special events will occur through the winter with outdoor walking sessions resuming in the spring.
Saturday Morning Men’s Group
When: Most Saturdays from 7:30 to 9 am
Where: Andrews Hall Room 202
This group discusses a selected book or a book of the Bible with applications to help us be better Christians. Led by Jay Stough.