soma DNA

Discover, Nurture, Act

What is a DNA group?

A “DNA group” is a small group that ideally consists of three people (but often is 4 and occasionally 5) – men with men, women with women - who meet together 2-4 times a month. DNA Groups provide a structure for us to care deeply for one another and to foster growth as disciples of Jesus.

DNA is an acronym that reminds of us of three key components of discipleship: Discover, Nurture, and Act. The goal is to help one another to discover Jesus in the Scriptures, nurture the truths of the gospel in our hearts, and faithfully act on what the Spirit calls us to do.

Why DNA?

At the most basic level, following Jesus requires a few other followers who know you, love you, and grow with you. Jesus did not intend for us to follow him alone; we need one another. We need others around us who commit to learn the gospel, encourage each other’s faith, and pursue fruitfulness and faithfulness in following Jesus.

    • Learn the Story of God and the message of the gospel

    • Understand our new identity in Christ

    • Learn the central tenets of Christian faith and practice

    • Be transformed by the renewing of our minds

    • Learn and hold one another’s stories

    • Understand one another’s strengths, weaknesses, and temptations

    • Learn to repent and rejoice in Jesus together

    • Encourage and exhort one another

    • Prayerfully listen to the Spirit’s direction

    • Encourage one another toward responsive obedience

    • Take steps toward loving and serving our neighbors

    • Be active together in good deeds

Pathways to a DNA Group

  1. Express your interest to your Soma Community leader and ask them to help you get into a DNA group.

  2. Find friends who want to form a DNA group, and run that by your Soma Community leader or an elder.

  3. Contact us for more information, resources, or help connecting in DNA!