Meet, build community, discover the Bible.
Conversations matter
It's a space to meet with people just like you: those who are interested in finding out a little bit more about the Bible.
Free, non-preachy and non-pressured, Bible Conversations: Teesside is the place to figure out how you feel about the Bible, a place where you can explore this ancient text for yourself and hear what others think about it.
Have you ever wondered what the Bible has to say? And where to get started with it?
Join a Bible Conversation to:
Bible Conversations: Teesside is for anyone who is curious. You do not need a church background, a ready-made belief, or the right words.
The Bible can be tricky to get into. We'll take it slowly, read a small bit together, and talk about what it might mean for real life.
This is your chance to figure out how you feel about the Bible - in a way that's social, relaxed and rooted in real life.
But what exactly is a Bible Conversation? And how does it work?
No two Bible Conversations are the same. But they all follow the same simple structure:
You meet up as a small group hosted by a local church
You listen to one short Bible story per session
You chat about what it says about God and people - there are no right or wrong answers here
At each session, you'll listen to a short story from either Luke or Acts - two books that talk about Jesus.
Then, you chat about it as a group, with your host asking questions like:
There's no formal teaching or preaching. This is your chance to have your say.
Bible Conversations: Teesside is an ecumenical project that works with churches and community groups across Teesside.
It's a joint initiative between Bible Society and churches in Teesside.
Bible Conversations are all across Teesside – in pubs, cafes, churches. Find a group conversation taking place near you and take your next step with the Bible.
Find a Bible Conversation near youYou’re very welcome to turn up, but we’d recommend booking via the Eventbrite page set up by your local Bible Conversation host so they can make sure there’s space for everyone.
Plus, you’ll be able to ask your host any questions you have.
Yes, Bible Conversations are completely free.
Registration is quick and easy. Find a Bible Conversation that suits you via our map and sign up for the event via the relevant Eventbrite page. You’ll then be sent everything you need to know ahead of the four sessions, including the location and time.
Absolutely, you’re very welcome to bring a friend along. However, we’re recommending everyone sign up, so hosts know how many to expect.
Why not share this link with them and invite them to sign up too?
For the first session, you’ll be invited to introduce yourself and hear from others in the group. There might be a short icebreaker and a summary of how the sessions will look.
Next up: the Bible.
Each session, you’ll read or listen to an audio version of the text of the week.
Then, you’ll make your way through a short set of questions that help you dig deeper into the text. Simple and straightforward, it’s your chance to say what you like and dislike about the text, as well as exploring what you think it says about God and people.
The sessions typically last between 45 minutes and an hour.