Tuesday Bible Study
Tuesdays and 9 am in the conference room. This bible study reflects on the lessons for the upcoming Sunday services. Here we walk through all the texts and discover their connections to one another and our own personal lives.

Wednesday Bible Study
1 p.m. in the conference room.

Seven Last Days of Jesus (now through Wednesday, Feb. 14) is a day-by-day account of Jesus’ final week in Jerusalem. Using the gospel of Mark as a guide, the story begins on Palm Sunday with two triumphal entries into Jerusalem, one by Pontius Pilate and the other by Jesus. Through the week Jesus gives up his life to protest power without justice and is even more radical than the Jesus in traditional teachings. The goal is to meet a new Jesus who engages and invites us to follow him. Pastor Jim is our teacher.

Journeying Through Lent with Luke—begins Wednesday, Feb. 21

Pray Wednesdays at Noon
You are invited to join the church staff and others in the sanctuary for a half-hour of scripture readings, reflection and prayers for our church, community and world.

S.O.S. Group
(Spiritual, Outreach, Social)
All young families (20's to 40's) interested in an in-home Bible study are invited to attend.Children are welcome to come with their parents. Our focus will be to grow spiritually, to provide outreach to the church and community, and to participate with others in social functions. Contact: Ashley Peterson

Bible Study—Sunday, February 25 at 5 p.m. at the home of Chad and Ashley Peterson. We are using Serendipity's Becoming a Disciple: Making Great Kids as our resource and will be discussing session 4. For further information or to RSVP, please contact Ashley by phone or e-mail her at petersonlv@yahoo.com.

Home Bible Study Group
All ages are invited to join us for a hearty study and discussion. We meet in study group member's homes and childcare is available. Check your bulletin for information on the current study material and meeting place. Contact: Melanie Anderson

Renovaré Monthly Group
Fourth Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
Contact: Scott and Karen Norton
This new group provides the opportunity to continue the practices of the six traditions of Christ that were our focus during Lent. The group will make it a priority to select and practice exercises in the traditions each month, provide support, and hold one another accountable in the Christian walk.

Home Study Group
First and third Thursday at 7 p.m., beginning October 5th. This new group, the "Aha Life" (seeing God in everyday moments), will meet in the home of Lloyd and Jan Allen. Using Ken Gire's book, Seeing What Is Sacred, Becoming More Spiritually Sensitive to the Everyday Moments of Life, the group will explore new ways to become attentive to God's voice through reflective living. For more information, contact Lloyd and Jan Allen, allenduo@hei.net.

Grow through Journey of Faith
Come and Grow is the second step in Journey of Faith. This group will meet from 12:15 to 1:45 p.m. two Sundays a month, beginning Oct. 5. Sessions will include a light meal; child care is provided on request. Depending on demand, a second section of Come and Grow may be
offered on a weekday evening.

In these sessions we prayerfully reflect on the Sunday Bible lessons, discuss how God is working in our lives, and learn more about St. Andrew and the Lutheran faith. Newcomers will be paired with a faith partner or sponsor and encouraged to participate in regular worship, prayer, Bible reading and service. Those in this process may become members of St. Andrew through baptism or the affirmation of baptism at Easter time.

For information or to sign up for Come and Grow, contact the church office or a pastor at 892-7160, or office@salcvan.org. If you are a current member of St. Andrew interested in becoming a faith partner, contact Pastor Martha or Danette Leisle, mdl@pacifier.com.

Mens' Ministry (Iron Sharpens Iron):
As iron sharpens iron, so one man’s fellowship builds up another. We believe that by building caring male friendships, we can support each other as we discover God’s plan for our lives

Men's Ministry Tuesday Night Study
7 pm to 8:30 pm in the glass room. Join Chris Jacobs for a study of Revelations.

Men's Ministry Monday Morning Devotional
Join us at 6:30 am for atime to study books of the Bible and
intentional prayer for church members and community. Information: Joe Coppinger.

Men's Breakfast
Join us at the church every fourth Saturday of the month at 8 am for breakfast and devotions.

Annual Men's Retreat
Information for the 2007 retreat will be posted as it becomes available.

Women’s Bible Study
A women’s Bible study group will meet twice a month on Mondays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. through Dec. 3 in the home of Janell Renoud. First sessions are scheduled Oct. 8 and 22. Leaders are Renoud and Debbie Schneider.

Prayer Shawl Ministry Group
Third Mondays at 10 a.m. and/or 7 p.m. Attend the meeting that fits your schedule.  Contact Karen Norton or Jan Allen for more information.

This group ministers to those who have a special need for prayer and support in the church and community. If you knit or crochet, or would like to learn, please join us as we make long prayer shawls of soft yarn to be delivered to people who are ill, have lost a loved one or need a special reminder of God’s love. Each shawl is filled with love and prayers before it is sent out. The group will meet once a month for devotions and to knit/crochet, chat and pray together. 

Christian Family Finance
Mondays, 7 p.m. beginning October 9, in the Library, Room 9. This new small group will meet weekly to explore the Biblical principles of personal finance and the challenges of money management in today's world. The study will focus on God's road map to debt-free living. Contact Dave Fanchi to learn more about this group.