Join friends for a casual dinner, devotions, and an early evening of learning and growing in fellowship and faith! Get details and register below.
Wednesday Evenings
September 16 – November 11
Dinner at 6:00 pm
Informal Praise & Prayer at 6:30 pm
Groups & Classes Begin at 6:40 pm
Closing on “Common Ground” at 7:45 pm
A. THE BOOK OF HEBREWS – The Letter to the Hebrews was written for Jewish Christians including believers in Rome who were suffering persecution. The author’s goal was to convince them to hold on to faith by using many Old Testament references with which they would have been very familiar. So, how is the letter relevant to Christians today? Surprisingly, there are amazing truths throughout the letter that apply to us in this time. Together, we will “mine” for these truths and bring them to light. Led by David Van Norstrand, 5 sessions. (9/16-10/14)
B. WHAT IS GOD REALLY LIKE? – What do you conceive God to be like? What comes to your mind when you think about God? What has God revealed about who God is? This challenging and insightful course will make use of A. W. Tozer’s book, The Knowledge of the Holy as we strive to answer these questions, more fully acquaint ourselves with God, and live Corem Deo – before the face of God. Led by Ken Austin, 5 sessions. (9/16-10/14)
C. DON’T SING SONGS TO A HEAVY HEART – When people are suffering, we want to ease their pain, but it’s often hard to know what helps and doesn’t hurt. Come to learn from Kenneth Haugk’s guide about how to effectively bring God’s loving presence to the hurting, based on research into the experiences of over 4000 people. There will also be time to share thoughts and insights in group discussion. Pre-register by 9/1 to receive a copy of the book in advance. Facilitated by Jeanine McGrath, Faith Community Nurse and Perinatal Bereavement Specialist, and Tamara Arsenault, Leader of St. Andrew’s Mental Health Ministry, 3 sessions. (9/16-9/30)
D. FAITH WALK MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION SEMINAR – Journey through the basic teachings of the Christian faith in the Lutheran tradition and explore the intersection of God’s story, your story, and the story of life at St. Andrew. Whether you’re searching for a church home or have been here for years, you’re welcome to join the discussion! We’ll talk about what the church is, how we experience God in our lives, how we understand the Bible, where we fit in, what it really means to have God’s grace in your life and a church family in which to belong. Led by Pastor Mark Hricko, 6 sessions. (10/2-11/11)
E. ONE FAITH, MANY CULTURES: Lutherans in Ethiopian and American Traditions – Join these important discussions to help strengthen relationships between Ethiopian and U.S. Lutheran congregations by building bridges of faith, fostering cultural understanding in the midst of differences, and equipping participants for shared ministry that proclaims the love of Jesus Christ across generations and cultures. Led by Bridge Builders and Pastor Yared Halche, 4 sessions. (10/21-11/11)
F. WALKING THE LABYRINTH: History, Practice, and Prayer – It’s hard to understand God’s plans and timing in our lives and waiting for answers can be difficult. Walking the Labyrinth as active prayer invites you to step into a physical sacred space for a moving meditation where there are no dead ends, only opportunities to quiet the noise and release our burdens. Learn about this ancient Christian tradition and the ways a Labyrinth walk can help you slow down, understand the twists and turns of your life, and hear the voice of God at the center. Led by Laura Dilling, 4 sessions. (10/21-11/11)