Christian Education / Faith Formation - Winter 2010

Christian Education is at the very heart of the church. The people of God, gathered in community, grow in faith and in the ability to live out their faith in daily life. This faith formation is the life-long, ongoing process by which every Christian, young or old, answers their baptismal call to follow Jesus.

Adults:

Sunday Bible Study on Revelation. People who read the biblical book of Revelation are often puzzled by many thoughts they read there. They don't know what to think of the strange creatures mentioned, the numbers that appear to have a secret meaning, and the extraordinary occurrences involving peculiar evil persons. What do you think of these matters?

The main emphasis in Revelation is stated already as early as Revelation 2:10, namely, "Be faithful unto death". To begin to understand the perils and threats to faithfulness for Christians as listed in Revelation requires considerable help from people who have spent a lot of time comparing Revelation to what is said by the message in the Bible elsewhere and by the opinions of other faithful Christians about this book.

This Fall the adult Bible study between services will be devoted to the book of Revelation under the guidance of Pastor Omar Stuenkel (starting September 19). There is much useful material to consider. An urgent need for adult Christians today is to become better acquainted with the biblical message. Studies have shown that adult ignorance of what is in the Bible is a major failing of Christians in our time.

Men’s Bible Study – Join the men and study Sunday’s texts!

Women’s Bible Study/Circles – Make new friends at this once a month gathering and learn from Lutheran Women Today!

New Small Group Opportunity - A timely offering in these tough economic times, Will Wilbanks will share some insights about how you can live with content within your means. This group will meet on Wednesday evenings during Kids Club. Watch for more in the bulletin!

Children and Youth:
Sunday School – Sunday school will begin with a large group opening promptly at 9:30.

This year’s curriculum will encourage learners of all ages to engage the Bible and will include:
Arts & crafts
Drama
Singing
Leadership opportunities for youth
Small and large groups
Family connections
Games and activities
Intergenerational gatherings

For five weeks, we will be in EGYPT!!! We’ll follow Joseph’s Journey from prison to palace! The fun begins Sunday, September 19th.