Small Groups
Pickleball
Age Range: 10 years old–adult Time/Date: Saturdays from 9:00–10:30 (beginners) & 10:30 AM–12:00 PM (advanced beginners-intermediate). October–May Description: Come join the fun! Like tennis, learn to play this growing-in-popularity sport. Curt, Tom, and Bob have years of experience in the sport. In this introductory session (or those with basic experience and want to tune your game), you will be taught the basics and get some hands-on practice. We have set up two pickleball courts in the gym at St. Andrew. What do you…
Sat. AM Men’s Bible Study
Age Range: Adult men 40+ Days/Times: 9:00–11:00 AM each Saturday, new members welcome Description: The Saturday mornings men’s group is a lighthearted bunch from several churches in the Southwest Metro that enjoys Christian fellowship and learning. We have a particular liking to Andy Stanley and other contemporary Christian preachers. We use videos and Bible studies as conversation starters on living a Christian man’s life in today’s world. Join us anytime, you don’t need to wait until we start a new…
Monday Evening Men’s Group
Age Range: Adult men (husbands/fathers) Days/Times: 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, 6:00–7:30 PM, September–May Description: With so many places to go and things to do, it is often hard to take time for yourself. We want to gather men together to share experiences and wisdom about life and being a good dad, husband, and Christian. The group uses various faith-based resources to stimulate conversation and learning. We provide men with networking and relationship-building opportunities, giving one another a…
River Valley Alcoholics Anonymous Group
Alcoholics Anonymous is an international fellowship of men and women who have a drinking problem. It is nonprofessional, self-supporting, multiracial and apolitical. There are no age or education requirements. Membership is open to anyone who wants to do something about his or her drinking problem. Welcome to all who are in need. Contact: Pastor Peter Johnson
Basketball (16+)
Age Range: 16+ Time/Date: Tuesdays 6:00–7:15 PM Description: Join members and friends of St. Andrew for a friendly game of basketball and fellowship in the St. Andrew gym. Men and women are welcome. It is a great way to stay in shape, meet some new people, and bond over a shared interest in the sport. If interested, sign up on church website or contact Mark Domyahn so that he can be in touch with you. Contact: Mark Domyahn
Suicide Bereavement Support Group
Every 1st Tuesday and 3rd Thursday. Age Range: 18 or older Location: St. Andrew Chapel Description: This support group aims to provide a safe, accepting and non-judgmental place for people struggling with the challenge of suicide loss. Leadership of this support group have experienced personal loss of their own and have received specialized training. Contact: Tammy Sperr and Cheryl Harjes
Band of Brothers
Age Range: Mixed men Days/Times: Wednesdays, 6:30–7:30 AM Description: Join fellow Christian men each week to examine how faith affects our daily life and relationships. Participate weekly, when you can. Contact: Don Mussell
Early Risers Bible Study
Age Range: Adults Days/Times: Wednesdays 8:00–9:00 AM in Room 207 Description: Come for a lively discussion led by one of our Pastors as we dive into the Word of God using books written by a variety of authors. Beginning Wednesday, January 8 at 8:00 AM we will discuss “The Gospel of John” by Amy-Jill Levine. John’s Gospel offers readers a new language―of being born anew, of living water, of wind and spirit, of the “I am”―that enhances how we understand…
Women of the Word—AM
Age Range: Adult women Days/Times: Wednesdays 9:30–11:30 AM, Sept. 11, 2024–May, 30, 2025. Description: A women’s Bible study of faith and fellowship. Each week includes large group lecture, small group discussion and weekly homework assignments. Each small group includes both in person and virtual options. For beginners through advanced! Study materials need to be purchased by each participant. Scholarships are available. Fall Study: Revelation—Eternal King, Everlasting Kingdom by Jen Wilkin. The book of Revelation was written in a fractious and…
Loom Knitting Class and Gathering
Those with no loom knitting experience along with experienced loom knitters are invited to gather on the dates noted below for an easy-to-learn hat knitting class and connect with others from St. Andrew. Beginner knitters will be provided the loom, tools, yarn, and instructions to knit a hat that will be donated to charity. Beginners will complete the brim of a hat, and will knit the balance of the hat on their own at home. At the next gathering you will remove the hat from the…
Wednesday Evening Bible Study
Age range: Adults Days/Times: Wednesdays beginning October 2 Description: On the first Wednesday of October, a small group of learning and fellowship will delve into Pastor Matthew Fleming’s book The End Is the Beginning: Revelation, Hope, and the Love That Lit the Stars. Come for a lively discussion. No in-depth Bible Study experience is needed. All are welcome. The book is for sale at the Front Desk. Contact: Pastor Peter or Pastor Matthew
Queer Faith Alliance
Age Range: Teenagers and adults Days/Times: 2nd Wednesday of the month at 6:30 PM, September-May Description: Queer Faith Alliance is a small group learning together about how we as individuals, families, and the church can be fully welcoming and inclusive to the LBGTQ+ community. It is the responsibility of the Church to affirm all people and celebrate orientations and gender expressions that have often been targeted. When we work in community to feel God’s all-embracing love, we are stronger for…