Dinner & Discussion
Do you want to…
- join us for a meal in a home?
- have an opportunity to practice your English?
- get to know Americans and other internationals?
- explore spiritual topics in the Bible? (optional)
Then come join us for Dinner & Discussion!
A couple of Friday evenings each month, we gather in a home to share dinner, practice English in a relaxed atmosphere, and discuss topics related to culture and friendship.
After dinner, we usually offer a brief discussion on a topic from the Bible as well. This season, we are exploring two discussion groups: one focused more on a Bible-related topic and another focused more on English, though it may still include some connection to the Bible.
No prior knowledge of the Bible is required. In fact, the entire evening is designed for people who have little or no experience with Jesus or the Bible.
Participation is easiest for those at a high-beginner or low-intermediate level of English.
We often have space available for children, but please check with us ahead of time to confirm. When childcare is available, two women lead the children in a separate activity that includes a craft and a simple Bible story. If you prefer to keep your child with you, that is completely fine, too.
When?
Fridays from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Typical schedule:
- 6:30 arrival
- 6:45 dinner
- 7:20 discussion
- 8:15 desert
- 8:30 all done
Because of holidays, we do not meet these weeks:
- Thanksgiving (last Thursday in November)
- Christmas (December 25)
- New Year’s (January 1)
- The Friday of the Augusta Master’s golf tournament (usually in early April)
Where?
We meet at the homes of different families on the Link team (in Augusta, Evans, and North Augusta). Please register no later than the day before we meet to let us know you’re coming, so that we can prepare enough food and can send you the address for your GPS. Here are different ways you can register, choose whatever is easiest:
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the dinner cost?
It is free. Just bring an appetite!
Will pork or alcohol be served?
For the sake of our guests who have personal convictions in these areas, we avoid serving them.
Can I bring some food to share?
You do not have to, but if you want to bring food, you would be most welcome to do so. Please avoid pork and alcohol.
Will I be required to talk if I don't want to?
No, you will not be required to talk. We will not force you nor will we embarrass you. We want you to feel comfortable.
Is this a lecture or teaching time or something else?
It is definitely not a lecture, we will look at a passage from the bible together and discuss it and how it applies to our lives.
Can I bring my family?
You certain can, we would love to meet them.
Will there be child care?
On nights when we have space for kids, we have two women with the children. They will have toys and usually have a short story from the bible as well. They might even bring home a craft activity for you that they made. 
What if I have been in the US a while or am a native speaker?
Dinner & Discussion is more for those who are still working on their English. But we would love to help you find a community in our area that you can get connected to. So please let us know your interest and let’s talk.