Hosting a coffee party doesn’t have to be fancy or stressful—it’s about opening your heart and home so others can grow in faith and friendship.
Whether you’re brand new to hosting or just want a fresh theme for your Bible study, these five essential steps will help you create a peaceful, purposeful space for your Bible study group to connect over scripture and a good cup of coffee.
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5 Steps to Host a Coffee Party for Your Bible Study
1. Choose the Right Setting
You don’t need a big house or fancy furniture for your coffee party—just a welcoming atmosphere. A kitchen table, cozy living room corner, or even a shaded porch works beautifully. Think comfortable and calm, not perfect.
Hosting Tip: Set out enough chairs, soft lighting, and maybe a few cozy throw blankets. Let the space feel like home.
Create a Space of Peace
→ "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you." John 14:27
→ "He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul." Psalm 23:2-3
2. Set the Tone with Invitations and Intentions
Send a friendly message that invites people into something more than a coffee party for a study—it’s a time for rest, encouragement, and growing closer to Jesus. Be clear about the time, location, and what to bring (like a Bible or notebook).
Hosting Tip: Include a thoughtful phrase like: “Join us for coffee, connection, and Christ.”
Encourage One Another
→ "Therefore encourage one another and build each other up." 1 Thessalonians 5:11
→ "Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds." Hebrews 10:24-25
3. Create a Simple and Inviting Coffee Setup
A warm, welcoming coffee bar makes everyone feel relaxed. Set out a pot of brewed coffee, creamers, syrups, and mugs (even mix-and-match ones work!). You can have some tea or cocoa at your coffee party for variety. Bonus: include a card with a Bible verse near the coffee pot!
Hosting Tip: Use this time to talk, laugh, and ease into deeper conversation before starting the study.
"And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together... but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching."
4. Plan a Flexible Bible Study Flow
Decide ahead if you’ll read from a devotional, go through a Bible passage, or focus on discussion and prayer. Keep your coffee party flexible and Spirit-led. Don’t worry about “leading” perfectly—just guide with grace.
Hosting Tip: Allow time for check-ins, a short reading or discussion, and group prayer.
"For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them."
5. Add Meaningful Touches for Lasting Impact
A small extra—like a take-home Bible verse card, prayer journal page, or handwritten note—can leave a lasting impression. You can also offer printables to use during the coffee party and Bible study, especially those that match the theme like peace, patience, or purpose.
Hosting Tip: Looking for a simple way to bless your guests?
👉 Check out our printable Bible verse cards featuring coffee and peace.
"Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality."
Conclusion
Hosting a Bible study coffee party is less about presentation and more about presence—yours and God’s. By creating a warm, relaxed environment and keeping Christ at the center, you’re offering your friends more than coffee... you’re offering comfort, truth, and love.
It’s okay to start small. You’ll grow into it. And just like a slow drip of coffee, the blessings will flow in their own time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What if my space is really small?
A: Small spaces can feel even more intimate and inviting! Arrange chairs in a circle, light a candle, and let cozy be your theme.
Q: Do I need to provide food?
A: Not at all! Coffee is more than enough. If you want to, offer a few light snacks or pastries—but don’t feel pressure to go all out.
Q: What should I do if I feel nervous about leading?
A: Pray and trust that God will speak through you. You don’t need to be a Bible expert—just be willing to create space for Him to move.
