Small Groups AND sUNDAY sCHOOL Return in September!

​The Book of Galatians (In-person &Online) 
(Wednesday. 7 pm, @ Conference room and Online), Class begins on September 7) Pastor Jeff and Pastor Jae will be lead this Study together.  
Description of the Study by Kyle Idleman 
 
If someone asked you to explain the gospel, what would you say? What is the good news of the Christian faith? Writing to the Galatians, Paul made it clear how easily we can be tempted to turn toward fraudulent gospels, especially those that teach we can earn God's love through our works. Though they may have the appearance of truth, they are lifeless and leave us empty in the end. 
 
In this  Book of the Bible  series, Kyle Idleman dives into the book of Galatians, one that contains some of the clearest explanations of the gospel in the New Testament. Through biblical Study and engaging lessons, Kyle shows that true freedom is found in surrender, not self-dependence. Because our gospel is not one based on our works but faith in the finished work of Jesus Christ. 
 

Jane Lange's Bible Study (In-person) 
(Wednesday. 6:30 pm, @ Parlor,  Class begins on September 7) 
"EARLY CHURCH: Becoming a Light in the Darkness"
by Ray Vander Laan with Stephen & Amanda Sorenson 
 
This five-session small group bible study by noted teacher and historian, Ray Vander Laan, is volume five of the That the World May Know series. In this volume, Vander Laan uncovers the passion and commitment early believers displayed as they claimed Jesus in the face of fierce consequences and powerful adversaries. 
 
Faith Lessons is a unique video series that brings God's Word to life with astounding relevance. By weaving together the Bible's fascinating historical, cultural, religious, and geographical contexts, teacher and historian Ray Vander Laan reveals unique insights into the Scriptures' significance for modern believers. 
 
Lessons include: 
Everything to Lose, Nothing to Gain – Filmed in Caesarea Philippi  
The Salt of the Earth – Filmed in Sardis 
Where Satan Lives – Filmed in Pergamum 
The Mark of the Beast – Filmed in Ephesus 
Hot or Cold – Filmed in Laodicea 

The Book of Romans (In-person) 
(Tuesday, Dinner at 6 pm, Class at 7 pm, @ Parlor, In-person, Class began August 16) 
Leader: Marti Puls  
Each week, the group will read a chapter together and discuss it. You are encouraged to ask any questions and listen to each other. There will be 16 sessions through the fall; there’s still time to join us. As the group reads through the Book of Romans each week, you will have more knowledge about God and know yourselves better. This class will guide you to build and deepen your relationship with God and God's will. Dinner will be provided at 6pm, and class will begin at 7pm.  
 

Sunday morning adult Sunday School class
​facilitated by Susan Dadisman 
Meeting room (LL06) is in the lower level @ 10:00 (on Sunday mornings) 
Starting: September 11 
 
Stephen Foster presents this six-part series on how Jesus’ teachings unlock some of life’s major challenges. Each session will equip you with Biblical, practical, and relatable application relating to different challenges like worry, failure, anger, loving enemies, judging others, and facing temptation. Be inspired and encouraged to approach each of these struggles or setbacks with confidence in the love, power, and wisdom of Jesus, who is worthy of our worship even amidst the very real difficulties of life. (Each week will begin with a video segment followed by group discussion)