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“Connect” is a small group ministry program designed to bring people together!

Being part of the Immanuel community, getting to know one another, sharing our faith!  It’s time to plug in! The “Connect” Small Group Ministry is just for that: it’s eight once-a-month get-togethers, from September through May. Sign ups begin today! Don't miss out!

Every group is different!  Talking about different topics, meeting in different places, getting together at different times.   So many to choose from...descriptions and some videos are below to learn more.

 Sign up here! 

Grill and chill with the men!

Leader:  Mel Ballenger
We will study how God transformed eight biblical figures, using their failures, sins and shortcomings for God's good, from Measured by Grace - How God Defines Success by Sharla Fritz.  Come and recharge your spiritual battery!
Dates:  All eight Wednesdays in Sept & Oct, New topic for all eight Wednesdays in April & May!
Meeting Place:  Immanuel pavillion (as of now)
Questions?  MelBallenger@sbcglobal.net 

Hey, Mama!

Leader:  Krista (Karg) Gonzales
Come grab a cup of coffee and join me for devotion and prayer as we reflect on the truths in Hymns for a Mother'
s Heart. Let's see how they point us to Jesus in our mothering.
Dates:  Second Saturday of the month, 8:30am
Meeting Place:  Higher Groundz Coffee & Tea, 12075 Dorsett Rd., 63043
Questions? 314-323-3545

Devotions and Dinner! (This group is full - everyone is returning from the last session)

Leaders:  Pam & Brian Bunte
We will listen to a Lutheran Hour Ministries Devotion and discuss ho
w it relates to our lives.

The Secular World!

Leaders:  Zach & Bethany Greatens
The secular world is a tough place for Christian families to grow. We will study together how to grow in faith and live as a Christian family among these challenges. The whole family (children and parents) is welcome & encouraged to attend. Oh! And... POTLUCK!
Dates:  First Saturday of the month, 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Meeting Place:  The Greatens' residence on Barkman in Creve Coeur.
Questions?  bgreatens@gmail.com or 314-623-9663

Living Life as a Christian Woman

Leader:  Rita Eckert
A variety of single-session Bible studies published by the LWML will be the focus. A sampling of topics includes "A Journey of Joy", "Balancing Life's Challenges", "Decisions, Decision
s", and "Legacy for Life". Each participant will receive a printed guide that the group will complete together.
Dates:  Last Sunday of the month, 1:30 pm (60-90 min)
Meeting Place:  The Eckert residence, 11210 Lakewood Crossing Dr, Bridgeton
Questions?  kenandritaeckert@gmail.com or 314-249-3542

The Chosen!

Leaders:  Jeff and Beth Carter
Join us for snacks, drinks, fellowship and prayer as we view and discuss The Chosen, season 2. We will compare each episode with biblical text and historical writings.
Dates:  Fo
urth Sunday of the month, 6:30 - 8:30pm
Meeting Place:  The Carter residence at 12388 Harundale Court
Questions?  314-518-1048 (Jeff), 314-803-4526 (Beth)

Young Adults!

Leader:  Gage (who is a cool guy)
All the young adults in the crowd! College age - mid-thirties-ish! Let's study scripture and apply Biblical understanding to life as we figure out how to live in this world.
Various topics and present-day concernsÑ how can we be Christians in all this??
Dates:  First Saturday @ 6:00pm for Bible Study              Third Saturday @ 6:00pm for Social Something
Meeting Place:  Immanuel

Questions?  gmstan03@gmail.com

Jeff & Beth
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Rita
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Gonzales
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