Weekly Studies at Redeemer

SUN 9 am: Sunday Bible Class Great Room

This study runs parallel to the 9am morning worship and Sunday school, and is open to all! Topics and teachers vary. Babysitting provided.

TUES 9:30 am: Ladies’ Bible Study Great Room

Join us, ladies, and bring your friends! (Topics and teachers vary.)

TUES 7 pm: Tuesday Evening Study Conference Room

Join Pastor Cary Richert for this study that runs parallel to our Confirmation program, all are invited!

WED 6:45 am: Men’s Bible Study Great Room

Dine with Gary Priskorn and the guys, as they enjoy both breakfast and study in this early morning venue!

WED 9:15 am: Positive Parenting Conference Room

Don’t miss out on this chance to polish your parenting skills and share comraderie! (Led by Gary Priskorn, when the class allows it!)

WED 11:15 am: Midweek Bible Study Conference Room

Yet another chance to catch a mid-morning study! Topics and teachers vary.

THURS 9:30 am: Community Bible Study Fellowship Hall (downstairs)

Gather with Rosemary Ging for this dynamic study, working through the Bible one book at a time. This year the Gospel of John awaits you!

(Instruction is followed by Small Group time.)

WORSHIP SERVICES

SUNDAY:

MONDAY:

8 am Chapel

9 am Sanctuary

10:30 am Sanctuary

 

See color-coded calendar below right

 

7:30 pm Chapel

Keep an eye out for even more studies throughout the year- Kitty’s Beth Moore Women’s studies, and Sandy Pourcho’sThe Secret Things of God”…

2008-2009 Bible Class Descriptions         ~Color Coded to Calendar~

TITLE & TEACHER

TOPIC

 

Comparative Religions

 

Vicar Mark Wuggazer

It is not enough that we should just study other religions. In fact, there are only two reasons to study a religion other than Christianity.  #1 – out of sheer curiosity or hobby, in which case you don’t need a class at church any more than you would need one on gardening.  #2 – To use such a study as a vehicle for understanding our own faith better.  To this end, we will not be content to just study other religions in this series, but to take time as well to dig into the depths of our beliefs as Christians and as Lutherans.

 

NEW MEMBER CLASS

 

Staff

Join us for a class on what we as Lutherans believe, and how our worship reflects it. An entry point for those seeking membership here at Redeemer, it is also a great review for all. Classes run for 6-weeks, Babysitting provided. Following this 6 week study we’ll have a New Member Orientation on November 2 (Fall) and March 15 (Winter), inviting you to join us in any number of ministry areas here at Redeemer. A celebration brunch and formal welcome will be held the following week.

 

 

Tough Teachings of the Bible

 

Pastor Cary Richert

 

Divine Providence.  Freedom of the Will.  Predestination.  Sacraments.  Justification and   Sanctification.  Two Kingdoms.  Suffering.  The End Times.  For many Christians, these concepts are difficult to understand.  Yet all are part of the substance of our Christian faith.  If you would like a better understanding of these biblical doctrines, why not join us on a journey of understanding these tough teachings of the Bible? Sessions:  One -God’s Divine Providence,  Two - Freedom of the Will,  Three - Predestination / Divine Election, Four - The Sacraments, Five - Justification and Sanctification, Six - The Two Kingdoms,  Seven – Suffering,  Eight - The End Times

 

Men’s Bible Study

 

Gary Priskorn

Men of Redeemer and guests gather each Wednesday morning for study, fellowship, encouragement and prayer over a light breakfast (cold/hot cereal, muffins, juice, coffee). Bible study varies between a verse-by-verse study and topical study of a book of the Bible.

 

 

Positive Parenting

 

Gary Priskorn

The purpose of this learning and discussion class that meets throughout the year is to share biblical perspectives on raising children.  A variety of books, videos and other materials are used in this class, which is ideal for parents of younger children.

Parents whose children attend Westmaple Nursery School are especially encouraged to attend.  In the past this class has proved to be a source of helpful parenting ideas and tools, as well as a terrific support group!

 

 

COMMUNITY Bible Study

 

Rosemary Ging

The Gospel of John has been called the most "theologically astute" of the four Gospels.  In this Gospel Jesus' dearly loved disciple  clearly presents the grace of God as revealed in His Son, Jesus.  And by God's grace, the Gospel of John shows us how Christ overcame sin, death and hell to give us new life, righteousness and salvation. As John interprets the person and function of Jesus through His miracles, we come to have a clear understanding of the purpose for which the Gospel was written:  "But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His Name."  (John 20:31) Class format: large group instruction followed by small group discussion.

Christmas Continues

Joanna Newman

A two-week perfectly-timed study on Christmas. What really happened in Bethlehem 2000 years ago? Who were the Magi? What does a Christmas tree have to do with it? DVD Curriculum. Come one, come all.

 

Beating Busyness

Joanna Newman

Why am I so busy? How do I set priorities Biblically? Do people still discern God’s voice? How might a personal mission statement help? Abiding in Christ, one day at a time.

 

Hanukkah


Pastor Randy

What does Hanukkah have to do with Christmas?  Why does the date always fall around Christmas?  Should we as Christians celebrate this traditional Jewish festival?, Did our Jewish Savior celebrate Hanukkah?  What is the Menorah?  Why eight candles?  Why are two women and their stories remembered and celebrated during the time of Hanukkah?  Why Latkes and jelly doughnuts? What’s the Dreidel for?  This traditional holiday is spoken about in the books of 1 and 2 Maccabees,

but what are these books and why aren’t they in the Bible? Finally how do you spell Hanukkah?  Happy Chanuka, Chanukah, Chanukkah, Channukah, Hanukah, Hannukah, Hanukkah, Hanuka, Hanukka, Hanaka, Haneka, Hanika, and Khanukkah.

 

 

Solomon: The Wise Fool

 

Pastor Randy

Solomon is the man that had a great beginning, but his ending was far from great.  No man began with more promise than Solomon, the  wise man drifted and finally defected as many do today.  In our biographical study we will observe this erosion process in action, and will discover just how foolish this wise man became.  His life story will become our life lesson, with straight talk about temptation, sensuality, defiance, and cynicism.  Sessions- 1: Background of Solomon.  2: The Success of Solomon.  3: The Erosion of Solomon.  4: The Heart of Solomon Turns Away From God.  5: God Deals with Solomon’s Defiance.  6: Wise Teachings of an Old Solomon.

 

The Wonder of Worship

 

Pastor Cary Richert

Based on the video series Liturgy: Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow, this class will help participants understand the blessings of our Lutheran worship service.  It will explore the history of Lutheran worship, as well as the meaning of each aspect of worship included in our service.  Most of all it will help participants see clearly the gracious hand of God at work in worship, giving His gifts of grace to worshipers, who receive them thankfully in faith.

Raising Kids Who Turn Out Right

Gary Priskorn

This interactive DVD/discussion series featuring Tim Kimmel will focus on the following topics:“Parenting With a Purpose”, “Parenting By Meeting Needs”, “Parenting With A Plan”,“Parenting With A Kind Heart”, “Parenting With Passion”, “Parenting By Example”, “Parenting With Courage”, “Parenting By Grace”            

Beth Moore’s Stepping Up:

A Journey Through the Psalms of Ascent

 

Joanna Newman

Beth Moore's study, Stepping Up: A Journey Through the Psalms of Ascent, is an in-depth look at 15 Psalms. Just as a song or poem can express feelings of fear, doubt, hope, and joy, these 15 psalms model how study participants can voice their own petitions and praises to our God, who is always available and ready to hear us. Explore the major feasts of Israel and journey with Beth through Psalms 120-134 in this 7-session study. Themes such as unity, joy and gratitude, redemption, repentance, the power of blessings, facing ridicule, and more are explored in detail. Modern-day believers can learn much from these treasured Psalms in their journey toward greater intimacy with God.

Ecclesiastes: Enjoying God’s Gifts

Gary Priskorn

A wealth of divine wisdom for daily living is found in Ecclesiastes. This study will show us what God, through Solomon, teaches us about: ~ worship and wisdom    

~ viewing and living life in a sinful world       ~ dealing with the good and the bad in life

~ God’s abundant grace and mercy demonstrated in the person and life of Jesus

~ enjoying our earthly life and using the gifts God has given to His glory

 

Growing Deeper with God

 

Joanna Newman

Many Christians talk about their “personal relationship” with God. For many of us, however, the “personal” part of that relationship seems to be missing. We want to know God in a deeply personal, intimate way, but that’s not what we experience. How can we develop intimacy with God? This Discipleship Journal study shares the importance of a deeply personal, intimate walk with God.  We’re all walking together here—join us for the journey?

 

 

 

Promises, Promises

 

Pastor Richert

 

The Lord is a promise maker and a promise keeper.  The Bible is the written record of God’s promise making and promise keeping.  The Christian’s life of faith is lived trusting in God’s promises, which all find their “yes” and “amen” in Jesus Christ.  In our consumer-oriented society, God’s promises are often obscured by promises of an easy life filled with material abundance, good health, and self-centered peace.  But the spiritual life is lived in, with, and under God’s promises.  It is lived outside of one’s self – in Christ by faith and in the neighbor by love.  This study will explore God’s promises for us with a particular emphasis on how these play out and impact our daily lives of prayer and vocation. Sessions:  1 - God Keeps His Promises, 2 - The Promise of Baptism, 3 -The Promise of Absolution,  4 -The Promise of the Lord’s Supper,  5 - The Promise of Life

 

SMALL GROUPS

Multiple Leaders

Meet Anytime, Anywhere (depending on group). In-home Bible studies offer vast flexibility, in both scheduling and opportunity for relationship building. Multiple groups currently exist, and a new batch is on its way. Call Joanna (248-644-4010) for more information and *your* chance to FIND YOUR FIT!

 

 

WEEK OF

Sun

9:00am

Sun

1030am

Tues

9:30am

Tues

7pm

Wed

6:45am

Wed

9:30am

Wed

11:15am

Thurs

9:30am

Sept 7

*Homecoming Sunday*

 

 

 

Comparative Religions

 

Vicar Mark Wuggazer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Gary Priskorn

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Men’s

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Gary Priskorn

 

 

 

 

 

Comparative Religions

 

Vicar Mark Wuggazer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

COMMUNITY Bible Study