If you are interested in being
trained as a small group leader, have information concerning a specific
small group, would like to share an idea about a group that would be a
vital group within our congregation, would like to join a group or just
have questions about small groups... send your message to
tyler@churchofthemaster.com
First of all, small groups are biblical. One
of the first things Jesus did in his ministry on earth was to start a small
group (Mark 3:14-15). You will experience many things in a Christ centered small
group such as: having a place to talk about spiritual issues, experiencing the
life transforming power of prayer, receiving much needed support and
encouragement, being held accountable in your discipleship with Christ, reaching
out with love and compassion to those who have not received the grace of Christ,
fostering deep and lasting relationships rooted in the Holy Spirit, and
deepening your practical understanding of Holy Scripture. The list is long, but
not exhausted!
The Foundation of Small Groups at LCM
- Every group will spend some time in Bible Study
- Every group will engage in a ministry or mission
- Every group will spend some time in support and caring
- Every group will focus on witnessing the faith and outreach to those outside the group (e.g.
"the empty chair")
- Every group will spend time in prayer
How each of these foundational pieces will occur within a group will be determined by the
group and thus different from group to group.
Our objective in small group ministry is simple at Lutheran
Church of the Master. We seek to grow the true Church of Christ rooted in
Scripture, expressed through ministry and mission, given form through outreach
and caring, bold in witnessing the faith to others, and renewed through prayer.
Each group will covenant for no more than six months at
which time they will evaluate the life and future of their group. The group may
continue for another six months or for a shorter period of time prior to their
next evaluation. A group can chose to continue for 90 years if they
evaluate every six months. Every group is involved in Bible Study, prayer,
ministry, care and support, and the empty chair.
Take these basic elements to heart for they make up the
structure of all the small groups at Lutheran Church of the Master. Your
commitment and dedication to these tenets will benefit the life and health of
your small group and its members.
Mexico Mission Team
is for people of Freshman grade level or older where we
minister to children and young adults through a bible School format, people of
numerous villages through evening worship, and building projects throughout the
mountianside. We will meet as a group prior to leaving for Mexico to
prepare for the mission trip spiritually, physically, and mentally. you do
not need to know Spanish to be a part of this mission.
Amigos
de Cristo is a group that focuses on the Mexico Sponsorship ministry.
"Alpha Course"
A Model for Dynamic Outreach in the Local Church! The Alpha course is
a ten-week practical introduction to the Christian faith.
It is designed primarily for non-churchgoers and those who have
recently become Christians. It was established at Holy Trinity
Brompton (HTB), London, over 20 years ago, and there are now more
than 13,000 Alpha courses running in more than 107 countries.
With questions, call Pastor Tyler, 333-4444.
Couples Club is a fellowship group at Lutheran Church of the Master
for couples of all ages. We meet every month on a Sunday afternoon
or evening for fellowship, food and a
program or bible study. With questions, call Kari Jo Johnson, 331-5677.
Horizons is a fellowship group at Lutheran Church of the Master
for those retired and/or 55 and over. We meet the second Wednesday
of every month in the morning for fun, fellowship, food and a
program of interest. With questions, call Bev Adams, 592-5705 or Don Schuler, 333-1945.
"TGOW"Thanking God On Wednesdays is a women's weekly study which meets on
Wednesday mornings from 9:15 to 11:00 a.m. from September to May. Our purpose
is to grow in our relationship with Christ through the study of His word, to
serve him with our sisters in Christ, and to minister to the world around
us. We meet for food, fellowship, and small group discussions. A children's
program is provided for nursery age children up to kindergartners.
Questions, call Sue Johannes, 333-8744 or Becky Hallberg, 431-0310.
Rebekah Circle
meets the 2nd Thursday of each month at 1:00 p.m.
Elizabeth Circle
meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 9:15 a.m.
Mary Circle
meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 9:15 a.m.
Sarah Circle
meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 9:15 a.m.
Martha Circle
meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 12 noon
Ruth Circle
meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.
Catherine Circle
meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.
Out-To-Lunch Bunch
Enjoy food and good fellowship? Are you interested in joining others to go
out for lunch the First Thursday of each month? Questions, call Marcy
Lillethorup at 571-5322 or 333-4444 Ext-1009.
Tuesday
Night Men's Bible Study
meets every other Tuesday evening from 7:00
- 8:30 p.m. in Room 18. Questions, call Brad Burklund, 331-1981(w), 331-4039(h) or Larry Mesward, 333-3708.
Brothers
in Christ Men's Bible Study meets every other Tuesday evening from 7:00
- 8:30 p.m. in Room 16. Questions, call Rich Vonderlage, 558-6860.
Men's Bible Lunch meets every
Thursday in the Fellowship Hall for lunch, fellowship and bible study. Contact Pastor Tyler at 333-4444 for details.
Young Adult Bible Study meets
every Sunday morning at 9:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary.
Call Jen Probst, 660-4069 for more information.
Koinonia
Singles Bible Study meets the 1st & 3rd
Mondays of each month at 6:00pm. Contact Kathey Mueller at 894-9080 for information
on the group and their meeting location..
Eagles
Bible Study is a group
for those who are widowed. This group meets
on the 3rd Wednesday of each month for lunch and a Bible Study. Contact Betty
Gould for details at 572-1838.
Angel Tree - Contact Carol White, 697-9957
LCM Quilt Tying - Contact Marcy Craig, 393-2705 or Elsie Burklund, 895-2195
Crazy Quilters - Contact Dee Acklie, 391-6061
Meals on Wheels - Contact Yvonne Westphal, 397-6590
Midweek Meals - Contact Jane Dean
New Members - Contact Becky Hallberg, 431-0310
Reception Committee (funerals, others) - Contact Marge Walter, 493-2253, or Betty Olderog, 502-0552
Stephen Center Meals - Contact Cecilia Arndt, 493-4755
Women of the Word - Contact Elizabeth Donelson, 391-6821
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