Saint Michael Lutheran Church

Caring Ministry   Julie Berchtold (239)939-4711, ext. 227  

 

Please check us out! Join an Adult Small Group Bible Fellowship at any session. Some groups meet in ECALC (Early Childhood-Adult Learning Center), located S.E. of school at the end of Spanish Ct. Call Julie for more information.

EXPERIENCING CHRIST TOGETHER

SUNDAY

9:15 a.m. - Bible Study with Pastor Jon - Group meets in the Cafeteria for Bible Study, fellowship, coffee and doughnuts.  

9:15 a.m. - Relationship & Marriage Enrichment – Whether single, single again, or wanting more from your marriage, learn how you can begin the journey toward a lasting, loving relationship! Join any session. ECALC, Rm. #22. Call Lee or Julie.

9:15 a.m. – Post High School – Experiencing the Heart of Jesus – Do you have a basic understanding of Christ but long for a deeper experience of Him? Take this opportunity to explore and experience the indescribable riches of Christ’s love! ECALC, Rm. (#26),  Dorothy Smith

9:15 a.m. – Topical Bible Study (Nooma) – ECALC, Rm. #21, Joyce Bell

MONDAY

6:30 p.m. – Prime Timers - Bible Fellowship  (1st & 3rd Mondays) -  Pastor Jon’s Conference Rm. Call Holly or Jake.

6:00 – 8:00 p.m. - Small Group Book Discussion - When you read a book wouldn’t you love to be able to discuss it with other Christians? If so, this may be the small group for you! Join anytime and bring a friend! Group meets third Monday of each month, ECALC, Rm. #26. Call Jan Nieman.  

TUESDAY

7:15 a.m. – Experiencing the Heart of Jesus – Do you have a basic understanding of Christ but long for a deeper experience of Him? Take this opportunity to explore and experience the indescribable riches of Christ’s love! SML Staff Dining Room – Dorothy Smith

7:30 a.m. – Men’s Bible Fellowship – Enjoy Bible Study and fellowship. 12670 New Brittany – Suite #101 – Rob Royston

9:30 a.m. – Women Experiencing Christ Together – Enjoy Bible Study and fellowship. ECALC, Board Rm. (#32) – Ellie MacKenzie

5:30 p.m. – Walk Through the Bible  (1st & 3rd Tuesdays) – Enjoy Bible Study and fellowship. SML Staff Dining Room – Richard Johnston

7:30 p.m. – Sharing Christ’s love together at the Koepchen’s – Sessions include Bible Study, fellowship, coffee and beverages and is led by Pastor Paul & Jackie.

WEDNESDAY NIGHTS (ILLUMINATE! Begins 10/4/06)

9:30 a.m. – Women Experiencing Christ Together – Group meets in ECALC, Board Rm. (#32) and includes Bible Study, fellowship, coffee and snacks. Call Evelyn Christman.

7:00 p.m. Walk Through the Old Testament – Learn directions given to God’s people and discover universal truths for your own life as well. Pastor Jon Zehnder, Sanctuary

7:00 p.m. Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts – God has created you to share your giftedness with others. Discover your unique gifts with Bob Ziegler, in back of the Office Center.

7:00 p.m. 40 Days of Purpose – Discover answers of existence, significance and intention while on this journey with Lou Conzelmann.

7:00 p.m. Good Sense Budget/Financial Workshop - Learn how to honor God with your money and possessions through biblical principles. ECALC, Board Rm. (#32), Mike & Donna Roach.

7:00 p.m. Prayer Ministry – Grow in your knowledge of prayer through Bible study and time spent with others in prayer for our families, friends, congregation and world. Pastor’s Conference Rm., Joan Schilke.

Her Name is Woman (book #1) – Opportunity to study this bestseller and learn about women of strong character from the Bible. Many of them were humble and yet used greatly by God. ECALC, Rm. #26, Dorothy Smith

5:30 p.m. – Stephen Ministries – If your spiritual gifts include one or more of the following--faith, mercy, teaching the faith, encouragement, or knowing--consider Stephen Ministry, our congregation's one-to-one care giving ministry.  Stephen Ministers receive 50 hours of initial training to equip them to provide distinctively Christian one-to-one care to those who are experiencing all kinds of life needs and circumstances. See any Stephen Leader or Call Julie 939-4711 x 227 (www.stephenministries.org)

THURSDAY

9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. – Prayer Shawl & Quilted Blanket Ministry –(3rd THURSDAY of month; excluding dec.), ECALC, Rm. #22. Call Sharie Libby or Janice Podschlne for more information.

4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. – GriefShare - Each session includes a video which features interviews with leading authors, counselors, speakers and pastors with years of expertise in grief recovery. Videos also include real-life stories of people who have experienced losses like yours. ECALC, Board Rm. (#32) Support Group is led by Ellie MacKenzie; 12-wk. sessions offered bi-annually. (www.griefshare.org).

7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – DivorceCare (for separated or divorced) – DVD seminar sessions feature nationally recognized experts on separation, divorce and recovery topics. You will learn how to deal with the pain of the past and look forward to rebuilding your life. Call Julie 939-4711 X 227 – ECALC, Board Rm. (#32); 12-wk sessions offered three times per year. Join anytime. (www.divorcecare.com)

 

FRIDAY

6:45 a.m.  – Men’s Bible Breakfast (Men Sharing Christ Together) – Enjoy Bible Study, fellowship & breakfast with Pastor Jon in Pastor Jon’s Conference Rm.

SATURDAY

9:00 – 10:30 a.m. – Men’s Ministry (Men Experiencing Christ Together) – Grow to maturity in Christ and increase your impact as a leader who serves his family, church and community.  ECALC, Rm. #22, Lee Berchtold

 

Prime Timers - If you fall somewhere between 20-Something and Seniors on the Go, this may be the fellowship group for you. Get-togethers are planned on a monthly basis and include activities such as bowling, dinner & movies, canoeing, pizza & games, etc. Contact Toni Martin or Holly Teeter.

Seniors On The Go - Come join the fun with the 55-Up fellowship group, which meets the 1st Friday of every month throughout the Winter season. Activities include dinner, entertainment, bus trips to exciting places, informative events and interesting speakers, etc. For more information contact Richard or Dianne Korf.