Connections Ministry
Connections Ministry seeks to provide spiritual opportunities, attend to others’ needs, tell of God’s love and help each other travel down life’s faith path. This ministry helps people get connected by creating community (small) groups, hosting social groups, leading Bible studies and providing other opportunities.
Bible Studies
Lifelight Bible Study
Sundays from 9:20-10:20 a.m. in rooms 131-133
An in-depth journey through the Bible using materials from the Lifelight series. No registration is necessary. Childcare is provided.
Adult Bible Study
Sundays from 9:10-10:10 and 10:15-11:15 a.m. in rooms 135-137
Join this group for a DVD series by Ray Vander Laan. Each DVD series explores in-depth Old or New Testament Bible stories. No registration is necessary. Childcare is provided.
. Class leader is Dan Snyder.
Women’s Bible Connections a.m. or p.m.
Mondays from 9:30-11:30 a.m. or Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m. (Starts Sept. 12)
Connect with other faith-filled women on Monday mornings or evenings for devotions, fellowship and Bible studies. Look for the specific studies and schedule in the Weekly Word.
Online Book Study
Starts September 18
Led by Laura Rath, this online study will read "A Confident Heart" by Renee Swope.
To sign up or for more information, go to Laura Rath's Blog.
Tuesday Afternoon Bible Study
Tuesdays, from 2:30-4 p.m. (Bible study from 3-4 p.m.)
Pastor Robarge will lead the discussion around Timothy Keller's "Reason for God," a book that examines the most frequently-asked questions Christians face.
No registration is necessary, just show up. .
Pastor’s Bible Study
Wednesdays from 10-11:30 a.m. in rooms 131-133
This fun, ongoing group meets to study various subjects. Feel free to join them at any time. Join us at anytime.
Marriage Bible Study (Starts August 31)
Wednesdays from 6:15-7:15 p.m.
Learn what motivates men and women in this 14-week study from the book "Love and Respect" by Dr. Eggeriches. Facilitators: Bill and Lesli Clark No registration needed, just show up.
Men’s Evening Bible Study - "Quest for Authentic Manhood" (Starts August 31)
Wednesdays from 7:30-9 p.m.
Men are invited to join the "Quest for Authentic Manhood," a 24-session DVD study that will focus on man's core identities and basic manhood issues. No registration needed, just attend.
Men's Morning Bible Study
Thursdays at 6:30 a.m. in room 128
Don't let the early morning hour scare you away. There is lots of coffee and great discussion and study centering on the Gospel of John that will keep you awake throughout the morning. Join us anytime
Gloria Dei Book Club
First Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Cry Room
The Tool Shop will be informed of our selections, and may have copies available in the near future. Looks to be some great summer reading! No registration is necessary.
Wednesday, September 7 Nancy Rue The Reluctant Prophet
Social Groups
XYZ Group
Sept. 6, 2011 at 9 a.m.
Join this Extra Years of Zest (XYZ) group as they converse and pray together on the first Tuesday of every month at the Machine Shed Restaurant.
LWML - Women on a Mission
Various times during the month
LWML has lots of meeting times throughout the week as different circles meet to study, pray, converse and adopt many service projects. For more information, Donna Maasen at 278-4259.
Gloria Dei Quilters
Friday, Sept. 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in rooms 130/132/134
Even if you don't sew much, we can help you get started with easy patterns and helpful tips that all but guarantee success. Make a quilt for someone special or donate your quilt to a mission project.
For additional information, please contact Karen Hoff at karenrhoff@hotmail.com.
Scrapbook Fellowship
Friday, Sept. 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in rooms 131/133
Please join us at Scrapbook Fellowship on Friday, Aug. 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.in rooms 131/133. For more information, contact Deb Kesse at 251-8324.
Childcare: If you need childcare, contact Carol Wenndt by Wednesday, Aug. 10 at 306-4352 (phone or text) with the date, times (start and finish) as well as the number of children.
Men’s Basketball
Mondays from 6:30-9 p.m. in the Family Life Center
Come shoot some hoops and join a pick up game with us. For more information, contact Dan Morton at 978-4504.
Come for the Fellowship
Midweek Meals ( resumes Aug. 31)
Wednesdays from 5-5:45 p.m.
Enjoy a meal with the entire family of Gloria Dei. Cost: $5 per adult, $2.50 child or youth (2 years and under eat free).
Aug. 31: Grilled Hamburgers
Sept. 7: Taco/Enchiladas
Sept. 14: Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato Brisket
Sept. 21: Hot Dog-Chili Dog; Dog in a Sweater
Sept. 28: Meatloaf
Other Opportunities
Life-skills Classes
We will hold classes on digital photography, Photoshop, Ebay, Internet Explorer, Facebook and other social media platforms. Dates and additional information to be announced.
Surviving the Holidays
Thursday, November 17, 2011 from 6-8 p.m.
If you are grieving or going through a divorce, we invite you to an evening of support, which includes a meal and small groups. To register, go to our Web site at www.gloriadeionline.com. For more information, please call Pastor Phillips at 275-5544, ext. 204.
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