Adult Ministries
Dedicated to the adults at LUMC, our Adult Ministries offer a chance to take a deeper dive into your faith. If you are looking for opportunities to connect and serve outside of study groups and educational classes, please contact the church office to discuss your involvement!
Adult Small Groups
Sunday Adult Group Opportunities
Our adult small groups and Sunday School classes span a diverse spectrum of interests and theological perspectives. Groups meet at 9:45 am (before our second Sunday service) in various rooms throughout the church.
Seekers
The Seekers meet each Sunday in the church Reception Hall from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Class coordinators include Sue Poet, Jean Lundy and Hank Wyeno. The curriculum includes three major areas of study which are taught by members of the class and guest speakers. Those three areas include: (1) the Bible and Topics of Theology, (2) Social Issues and (3) Personal Interests and Growth. In addition, periodic socials such as potluck dinners and BBQ’s are hosted by members of the class. All are welcome.
Friends in Faith
The Friends in Faith class meets in Room 204 (upstairs above the stage) from 9:45-10:45 a.m. This group includes a wide age range of couples and singles, many with older children s well as aging parents. As a more informal group, Friends in Faith shares their lives and studies what topics seem most relevant and interesting. The group has a range of perspectives from traditional to progressive, and often finds themselves questioning or rethinking some of their previous theological understandings. Friends in Faith is dedicated to learning from each other as they share the opportunity to lead and support each other through difficulties. The group also engages in different social and service activities throughout the year. All are welcome.
Fantastic Fellowship/Crusaders
This class is made up of older adults and meets in the Parlor every Sunday (year round) for in-depth Bible study and lively discussion. The class is led by the members and lasts from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Fantastic Fellowship also hosts social events monthly for a more personal connection outside of class. Everyone is welcome!
Explorers
The Explorers meet each Sunday in Grant Fellowship Hall (Room 112) from 9:45-10:45 a.m. This group focuses on discussions of books about Progressive Christianity, Process Theology, Christian history, and World Religions. Everyone is welcome!
Weekday Adult Group Opportunities
This weekday study opportunity gives participants a chance to extend their faith-based exploration beyond our Sunday offerings.
Enlightening Gospels Study
Enlightening Gospels study group meets alternate Monday evenings, 6:50 - 8:00 p.m. on Zoom. After studying several non-canonical gospels, including the Gospel of Thomas and the Gospel of Philip, this group continues with books on the illumination of these less-well known Gospels of the early Christian churches, including Eye of the Heart by Cynthia Bourgeault and others. Their agenda includes an opening prayer of invocation, study of additional books, mind, body, heart centering and group-shared discussion. The group meets periodically in person as well. Contact Marilyn Wells for more information!