Connections | Small Groups, Focus Groups and Ministry Teams

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There a numerous ways to get connected at Holy Trinity. Anything from being apart of a caring conversation in a small group, to learning more about specific topics in relation to your faith, to serving on a team to offer your gifts to improve and further the ministries at Holy Trinity, there is a place for you to be connected! Please reach out to the leaders or office if you would like to participate or if you are interested in starting a small group of your own!

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Small Group Ministry

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Adult Forum, Sunday mornings at 10:15 a.m. in Room 4

During Sunday School time, adults are encouraged to meet together for conversation and education surrounding various themes. Recent topics have included the "Foundations of Our Faith" (a historical look at Scriptures and culture) and a discussion on basic Lutheranism in a modern context.

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October 6 - Sharing our Stories: Ann Roller In the first of a series that will be scattered throughout the year, Holy Trinity’s Ann Roller will facilitate an active group conversation while sharing portions of her own faith journey. Come and learn how the Spirit has led Ann over the years.

 

October 13 and 20 - "God + Country with Pastor Tim" Over two consecutive Sundays, we will view and discuss the new Rob Reiner documentary entitled “God + Country,” which explores the pervasive and growing threat of Christian Nationalism, noting how it tends to undermine both our faith traditions and our democracy.

 

October 27 and November 3 - “Creation Myths” Extended. Pr. Ron Schardt Building on his offering last spring, Pastor Ron Schardt will dive a bit deeper into his exploration of how the Bible’s creation stories have come to be and the implications for how we understand and regard our origins, along with implications for today.

 

November 10 -  Sharing our Stories: “My Journey with Meditation”. William Eddy will share insights and experiences from his three decades of intentional meditation practice. Bring your questions and curiosities!

 

November 17 - Sharing our Stories: Tim Stammeyer. Holy Trinity’s Tim Stammeyer will share details and reflections on his own journey of faith as well as leading a conversation about ways that each of us might do the same!

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Agape Prayer Group, Tuesday mornings at 9 a.m. 

Our Agape Prayer Group meets Tuesday mornings outside on the church patio or in the sanctuary, based on season. Everyone is invited to join in, but we'd appreciate knowing beforehand that you're interested in participating. We gather for conversation, prayer, and friendship! Please email the office to express your interest.

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Women's Ministry

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Laughing Out Loud Small Group, Wednesdays at 9 a.m.

Ladies, BYOC (bring your own coffee!) for this lighthearted hour of fellowship on Wednesday mornings either inside or outside on the patio based on the season. There will be no formal lesson or schedule, but there will be laughter! 

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Women's Bible Study, Thursdays at 9 a.m.

The Spring Women’s Bible Study will begin April 4th this year. The study will be based in Ruth and called “Living God’s in Will: A Guide to Decision-Making.” Books are $7.50 and the class will run about 7 weeks. Contact Kathy Stickney (319-936-0231) to register.

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Men's Ministry 

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Men's Bible Study

Pastor Ron Schardt invites men of the congregation to a weekly one-hour Bible study. The study is very informal. The group will read a small section from the Bible and talk about it using prepared discussion questions. When the hour is about done, we will end with prayer. No pressure on anyone! If you are interested, please call or email the church office. The group currently meets Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. We look forward to sharing a time of prayer with you!