A guided 4-week Ever After Table experience for prayer, wisdom, clarity, and transformation in everyday life.

The First Table is the starting place for Ever After Table—a guided 4-week gathering designed to help people slow down, hear from God, strengthen what matters most, and receive practical wisdom for the relationships, responsibilities, and decisions that shape everyday life.

Around coffee, tea, prayer, meaningful conversation, and shared wisdom, we gather to cultivate greater peace, clarity, and order in the home, in relationships, and in the life that is being built day by day.

Upcoming Tables

Choose the format that fits you best. Both options are guided live by James and Jill and are designed to help you build stronger rhythms, clearer discernment, and a more intentional life around the table.

Each option below links directly to its own reservation and checkout page.

The First Table - Live Online

The First Table - In Person

What’s Included

Every First Table includes:

  • 4 guided weekly gatherings hosted live by James and Jill
  • a small group setting designed for depth, reflection, and meaningful conversation
  • coffee, tea, prayer, and shared wisdom woven into each gathering
  • practical help for everyday life—including relationships, home life, work, health, hospitality, and the decisions in front of you
  • one clear next step each week to help you build an intentional table to start receiving the benefits
  • an introduction to the Ever After Table rhythm and a clear first step into strengthening your life, home, and relationships through intentional time at the table

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is The First Table for?

The First Table is for people who want to want to hear from God more clearly, strengthen what matters most, and live life with greater intention and confidence. Some join because they want stronger rhythms at home. Some are looking for clarity in a demanding season. Some simply know they need a better way of living than the pace and fragmentation they have been carrying.

You do not need to have everything figured out. You simply need a willingness to come to the table.

Do I have to be married or have a family to join?

No. The First Table is for people in a variety of seasons of life. While we care deeply about the strength of marriages, homes, and families, the heart of the Table is larger than one life stage. If you are hungry for a more grounded, intentional, and God-centered way of living, you are welcome here.

What’s the difference between Zoom and in-person?

The content and rhythm of the Table remain the same, but the setting is different.

Zoom Tables are hosted live online and make it possible to join from anywhere.
In-person Tables are hosted in Santa Barbara and include coffee, tea, and a more intimate physical table setting.

How many people are in each Table?

Each Table is intentionally small to preserve warmth, depth, and meaningful conversation. Most Tables will include 6–8 people.

What happens after I reserve my seat?

Once you purchase your seat, you will receive a confirmation email with the details for your Table, including start date, meeting information, and what to expect before the first gathering.

You'll also have our phone number in case you have any special requests.

What if I can’t attend one of the weeks?

Because The First Table is built around live participation and the life of the group, we encourage you to join a cohort that you can attend consistently. If something unexpected comes up, we will do our best to help you stay connected to the flow of the experience, but we recommend choosing a Table whose dates work well for you from the start.

What is your refund policy?

Because each Table has limited seats and is intentionally kept small, purchases are generally non-refundable once your seat has been reserved. If an emergency or significant scheduling conflict arises, please contact us and we will do our best to help.

Will there be more opportunities after The First Table?

Yes. The First Table is designed to be the beginning, not the whole journey. For those who want to continue, James and Jill will also offer longer table experiences and future opportunities to keep building stronger rhythms, deeper relationships, and a more rooted life over time.

If you're interested in the Table but want to speak with us before joining, we'd love to hear from you.