No gathering this weekend. Rest, worship, and breathe.

This pause is part of the season's rhythm, not an interruption of it. Use this weekend to continue your reading, sit with your reflections, and worship with your community.

We'll pick back up on April 18.

We open the season with the foundations, who God made us to be and why it matters.

This session we’ll discuss:

• Introduction: Bold Women in God's Big Picture

• Chapter 1: Man and Woman as God's Image

• Chapter 2: Man and Woman as Sacred Space

Come having read your assignments and watched the companion videos for additional context. Come ready to be honest, ask real questions, and sit with what the text surfaces in you.What to bring: Your book, something to write with, and an open heart.Registration is required. If you haven't registered for the Spring 2026 season, visit our Gatherings page.

What to bring: Your book, something to write with, and an open heart.

Registration is required. If you haven't registered for the Spring 2026 season, visit our Gatherings page.

Flourish & Fellowship Brunch

Celebrate the journey of growth and faith with the Flourish & Fellowship Brunch, a joyful conclusion to this season of the Thorn & Bloom Collective - Book Club. This special event will feature fellowship, delicious food, and meaningful conversations as we reflect on the insights and connections cultivated throughout the series.

• Location: To Be Determined! But its coming really soon!

Chapter 7: Have You Seen Her?

Discussion Focus: Addressing the absence of Black women in church spaces and creating inclusive communities.

Activities:

• Explore the gospel vision for restoring Black women to vital roles in the church.

• Discussion on how to create and maintain inclusive church spaces.

Faith Circles share reflections and future commitments.

Assignments:

• Read The Epilogue (A Love Letter to the Black Church) as reflective reading to close the study.

• Final Journal Prompt or Reflection Prompt this week.

Next Meeting: Brunch! 

Chapter 6: Blooming in Babylon

• Discussion Focus: Thriving in a secular world while staying true to faith.

• Key Questions:

• “What challenges do you face in remaining faithful in secular spaces?”

• “What practices help you stay grounded in your faith?”

• Activities:

• Discuss ways to flourish as a faith-centered individual in a challenging world.

• Faith Circles reflects on personal growth throughout the book and shares parting insights.

• Assignments:

  • Read Chapter 7 before next meeting

  • Complete one Journal Prompt or Reflection Prompt this week.

Chapters 1-4: Panel Discussion; Chapter 5: Group Discussion

In this session, we will host a panel discussion featuring four volunteers from the group who will share their insights and reflections on the first set of chapters we’ve read together.

Guided by a moderator, the panelists will discuss key themes, takeaways, and personal applications. Following the panel, the rest of the group will have the opportunity to contribute their thoughts, fostering a rich and interactive discussion.

This session is designed to deepen our understanding of the text and hear diverse perspectives from our collective journey.

Schedule:

• 12 pm - 1 pm: The panel will discuss themes from Chapters 1-4

• 1 pm - 2 pm: The Group will discuss Chapter 5: I’m Not Your Superwoman

Assignments:

• Chapter 6 to be read before Meeting 7.

• Complete one Journal Prompt or Reflection Prompt this week.

  
  

Chapter 4: Breaking Free

Discussion Focus: Discuss Chapter 4 - Understanding spiritual warfare and cultivating resilience.

• Activities:

• Full group discussion on resilience and setting healthy spiritual boundaries.

• Faith Circles discuss ways they can support each other through challenging faith journeys.

Assignments:

• Read Chapter 5 for next week

• Complete one Journal Prompt or Reflection Prompt this week.

• Recruit volunteers for the panel discussion: Panelists prepare to answer questions in the next meeting for Chapters 1-4 recap

Chapter 3: All My Life I Had To Fight

Discussion Focus: Discuss Chapter 3 - Identifying and healing from church hurt.

Activities:

• Discuss & Review Themes from Chapter 3 on Healing

• Reflect on the impact of past church hurt and discuss healthy boundaries.

• Faith Circles pray for each other’s healing journey.

Assignments:

• Chapter 4 (Healing) to be read before Meeting 5.

• Complete one Journal Prompt or Reflection Prompt each week

Chapter 2: Girl, Why You So Pushy?

Discussion Focus: Discuss Chapter 2 - Embracing purpose and reframing assertiveness. 

Activities:

• Round Robin: Who are some women pushers from Scripture and in your own life who inspire you to fulfill your purpose as a life-giver, too?

• Review Themes and Points from Chapter 2

• Review discussion questions and biblical examples of women who pursued purpose.

• Small groups share personal stories of purpose and ways they feel called to contribute.

Assignments:

• Chapter 3 (Church Hurt) to be read before Meeting 4.

• Complete one Journal Prompt or Reflection Prompt this week.

Chapter 1: Identity - Know Thyself

Discussion Focus: Discuss Chapter 1 - Understanding identity through a gospel lens.

Activities:

• Open group discussion on identity challenges and affirmations.

• Faith Circles breakouts to discuss personal reflections.

Assignments:

• Chapter 2 (Purpose) to be read before Meeting 3.

• Complete one Journal Prompt or Reflection Prompt this week.

Activities:

• Welcome and introductions

• Icebreaker activity.

• Explain the bi-weekly meeting structure, themes, and the role of “Faith Circles” (small groups).

Assignments:

• Read Chapter 1

• Complete one Journal Prompt or Reflection Prompt this week.