Small Groups (Page 2)
Moms of Littles
Days/Times: Second Thurs. of the month, beginning October 10 Description: This is a group for moms of young children that meets monthly for support, encouragement and fellowship. This group will also host periodic activities for their families and children. Contact: Shawna Berg
Women of the Word—PM
Age Range: Adult women Days/Times: Thursdays 6:30–8:00 PM, September–May Description: Join us for a women’s Bible study of faith and fellowship using DVD, workbook lessons, and small group discussions. For beginners and advanced! All women are welcome, members and non-members. Our 13-week study on the book Jonah: Navigating a Life Interrupted by Priscilla Shirer will begin September 12th. Contact: Karen Willyard | (952) 937-2722
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…
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…
Job Transition Support
Age Range: 18 or older Are you in one of the following situations: Just starting to look for your first job or been out of the work environment for awhile? Are your current search efforts not working out the way you hoped? Not pleased with your current job and not sure how to start a search process? One of our members, Rich Gruenhagen, is available to help provide direction and support. This includes how to find jobs that are not…
St. Andrew Book Group
Second Monday of the month at 1:00 and 7:00 PM , September–May Book Group meetings are held in Room 207 at St. Andrew. Participants are welcome on a regular or drop-in basis. Please join us for a lively discussion and small group fellowship. Contacts: Afternoon session: Cori Eichelberger irocknits@gmail.com or 804-937-4853 Evening session: Jody Collis King jcollisking@msn.com
Southwest Grief Coalition
Days/Times: Winter session, Mondays, Jan. 13–Feb. 17, 2025, 6:00 PM Description: Losing someone we love is one of life’s most challenging passages. The churches of the Southwest Grief Coalition have bound together to provide support and education for those who would like to learn about the process of grief in a caring, supportive, and confidential setting, learning about how your grief leads to personal growth and healing. See the website (www.swgriefcoalition.org) for up-to-date information and registration details Host: Family of…
Untapping Faith
Location: TBD Description: Meet up with other young adults on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at a local brewery. We share conversation around the intersections of faith and our daily lives. N/A options are always available. Contact: Caleb Wragge
Patio Crawl
Ages: Adults Days/Times: 3rd Thursdays of the month, 6:30 PM Description: Looking for an easy way to connect with others from St. Andrew in a friendly and relaxed setting? In order for us to grow in our friendships and Christian faith, we are encouraged to engage with others from our church community. Join St. Andrew staff and other members and friends for casual conversation and easy discussion topics. No preparation is needed. Come as you are. Contact: Pastor Matthew Fleming
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
St. Andrew’s Chariot of Fire Car Club
Age Range: Open to everyone: men, women, and children Days/Times: 3rd Saturdays of the month at 9:00 AM. Meet in the St. Andrew Fellowship Hall unless announced otherwise. Description: St. Andrew’s Chariot of Fire Car Club is meant to merge together interest in refurbished old cars and the faith we share. Join classic car enthusiast David Lerseth (a retired ELCA pastor) for monthly gatherings at St. Andrew to share about your car, the old dream car, the car you wish you…
Wine and Fellowship
This event is for 21+ Join St. Andrew friends for an evening of tasting wines from around the world. Wine aficionados Dave Allen and Pastor Matthew Fleming will lead this group by sampling a wide variety of domestic and international wines and facilitating conversation and collegiality for all. Non-alcoholic offerings are always present for any who refrain from alcohol. Participants are invited to bring an appetizer or salad to share. Cost: $10 per person. Cost: $10 per person Contacts: Pastor Matthew Fleming