Not sure what “foyers” is? Quite simply, foyers is an opportunity for those who participate to become better acquainted and enjoy each other’s company. Small groups of adults (typically 6-10 people, couples and singles welcome) meet in one another’s homes for a simple meal and fellowship. The group rotates homes until everyone in the group has had a chance to host.

A 1995 document outlining Foyer Information &  Guidelines for Grace Episcopal Church begins,

FOYER–French word meaning “hearthside” — implying the warmth of a close, small group of friends or family members sharing a common love and concern for each other. It is gratefully acknowledged that the inspiration and example for the forming of Foyer Groups came from The Cathedral Church of St. Michael, Coventry, England.

Quoting from ‘Acommon Discipline’, both Coventry Cathedral and The Cathedral of St. Philip: “Foyers meet approximately once a month in each others’ homes. Meals are simple and such as to discourage competition…as to richness or abundance, It is not intended that Foyers should have the character of study groups.”

Just as it was in 1995, the primary goal of foyers is still for participants to get to know and love one another better.