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Small Group Update
Many groups are full by now and well into their studies. If you are interested in joining one of the groups feel free to browse through them and email questions to info@lakecommunity.org. Staff will check with the leader and email you if there is still room in the group and if it makes sense to join at this point. There are some classes that you will be able to jump right in and be fine with comprehension, but there are others that you may need to be there for the previous classes to understand what is going on in the class at this point. We are excited that you are interested in joining a small group!
Keep in mind that there will be new groups offered in the fall as well!
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SEMESTER-BASED GROUPS
Finding I Am by Lysa TerKeurst
Leader: Holly Crowser
Leader Contact: phone: (715) 577-8401
email: hollycrowser@hotmail.com
Type of Group: Women (all ages)
Day of the Week: Monday
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: February 4th - March 11th
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 40 people
Special Note: Participant material is required and will be ordered by the leader. The expected cost is $17.00. Childcare is provided.Description: What is the deep cry of your heart? That ache in your soul that keeps you up at night? The prayer you keep repeating? Jesus not only cares about this deep, spiritual wrestling, but He also wants to step in and see you through it.
Brave Enough by Nicole Unice
Leader: Michelle Saffel & Linda Simmons
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 808-1696 (651) 235-7747
email: michelle@lakecommunity.org email: lin515da@gmail.com
Type of Group: Women (all ages)
Day of the Week: Thursday
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: February 7th
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 4-8 people
Special Note: Participant material is required and will be ordered by the leader. The expected cost is $16.00. Childcare is not provided.Description: What is the difference between an ordinary life...and one lived with courage? Imagine a life without worry-a life with more joy and wonder. What dreams could you make come true? Is it possible to live fully and confidently, free from the burden of trying too hard?
CLOSED - Group Full - Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Part 1
Leader: Melody Warren
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 766-9244
email: melody@lakecommunity.org
Type of Group: Women (all ages)
Day of the Week: Wednesday
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: February 6th
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 20 people
Special Note: Participant material is required and will be ordered by the leader. The expected cost is $20.00. Childcare is provided.Description: In part 1 of this 2-part spiritual formation you will learn to understand yourself better, look at the way generational patterns have and continue to effect your relationship with God and others; have a greater understanding of spiritual road blocks, learn to grieve well and grow into an emotionally mature adult.
Philippians: To Live is Christ to Die is Gain by Matt Chandler
Leader: Kyle Morton
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 760-2214
email: kyle@lakecommunity.org
Type of Group: Men (all ages)
Day of the Week: Friday
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Glenwood State Bank
Start Date: February 8th
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 12 people
Special Note: Watch the video prior to the session. The 60 minute
meeting is our discussion time. Childcare is not provided.Description: This study looks at the foundation of the Church in Philippi and the message Paul wrote to them. So that we would live as mature Christians and live worthy of the Gospel. Take an in-depth look at the book of Philippians.
FInancial Peace by Dave Ramsey
Leader: Andy & Lindsay Kjolhaug
Leader Contact: phone: (612) 804-3210 (715) 829-8233
email: chell55454@yahoo.com email: lakjolhaug@gmail.com
Type of Group: Adults (Men and Women)
Day of the Week: Thursday
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: February 7th
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 20 people
Special Note: Participant material is required and will be ordered by the leader. The expected cost is $20.00 each / each married couple. Childcare is provided.Description: Start winning with Financial Peace University, the #1 proven program that will show you how to master budgeting, pay off debt, build wealth, and give generously.
CLOSED - Group Full - Love and Respect by Emmerson & Sarah Eggerichs
Leader: Jed & Jenny Jurchenko
Leader Contact: phone: (619) 534-2063
email: jedandjen@hotmail.com
Type of Group: Married or Engaged Couples
Day of the Week: Wednesday
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: 2304 Cherry Lane, Alexandria
Start Date: February 6th
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 6 couples
Special Note: This group meets during youth group for a convenient time for parents of teenagers. Participant material is required and will be ordered by the leader. The expected cost is $10.00. Childcare is provided.Description: The book suggests a direct connection between the emotional needs of men and women and a verse of scripture found in the Bible, that when adhered to can strengthen and transform relationships.
The Good and Beautiful Life by James Bryan Smith
Leader: Amanda Peterson & BreAnn Neiger
Leader Contact: phone: (608) 445-1233 Amanda
email: breann.neiger@gmail.com
email: amanda@lakecommunity.org
Type of Group: Women (all ages)
Day of the Week: Wednesday
Time: 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: 992 Abbygail Dr, Alexandria
Start Date: February 13th
Frequency: 2nd and 4th Wednesday
Group Size: up to 6 people
Special Note: Participant material is required and will be ordered by the leader. The expected cost is $15.00. Childcare is not provided.Description: Following the Sermon on the Mount, this follow-up to The Good and Beautiful God guides us to look behind these character flaws and to replace our false beliefs with Jesus’ narratives about life in the kingdom of God.
Soul Keeping by John Ortberg
Leader: Joanne Bianco
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 219-0481
email: jrbunicorn@gmail.com
Type of Group: Women (all ages)
Day of the Week: Sunday
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: February 3rd
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 10 people
Special Note: Participant material is required and will be ordered by the leader. The expected cost is $15.00. Childcare is not provided.Description: In the class Soul Keeping a person will be taken on a journey beginning with-What is a soul?-to being aware of our soul, and knowing how to say “It is well with my soul”, even in the hard times. Class starts with a video, then there is a study guide with a review of the video, followed by good thought provoking questions for us to go through.
CLOSED - Boundaries by John Townsend, Dr. Henry Cloud
Leader: Melody Warren
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 766-9244
email: melody@lakecommunity.org
Type of Group: Adults (Men and Women)
Day of the Week: Tuesday
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: February 19th
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 30 people
Special Note: Participant material is required and will be ordered by the leader. The expected cost is $11.00. Childcare is provided.Description: Clear boundaries are essential to a healthy, balanced lifestyle. They define who we are and impact all areas of our lives, Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Spiritual. Lean to develop self-awareness, set limits and live in freedom.
Discovering the Christian Life (Discovery Book 1)
Leader: Jon Ewton
Leader Contact: phone: (214) 794-5094
email: pastorjon@lakecommunity.org
Type of Group: Men (all ages)
Day of the Week: Thursday
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: February 7th
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 10 people
Special Note: Participant material is required and will be ordered by the leader. The expected cost is $10.00. Childcare is not provided.Description: The Discovery Series develops our understanding of living in relationship with God. We will focus on 3 themes: understanding the Gospel of grace, growing in grace, and living in grace.
CLOSED - Alpha - Exploring the Christian Faith
Leader: Joyce Johnson
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 808-1349
email: djjohn@centurylink.net
Type of Group: Adults (Men and Women)
Day of the Week: Tuesday
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: February 19th
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 20 people
Special Note: Participant material is required and will be ordered by the leader. The expected cost is $10.00. Childcare is provided.Description: Part 1 of this 4-part Christianity 101 series. You will discover and discuss the first three primary issues in spiritual growth. What does it mean to be saved? What does it mean to live by faith? How do I live for God? Whether you are new to life following Jesus or been on the journey a long time – getting back to the basics can always lead to fresh starts.
Discovering the Christian Life (Discovery Book 1)
Leader: Jean & Keith Wilson
Leader Contact: phone: (507) 360-1375
email: wilhouse78@gmail.com
Type of Group: Adults (Men and Women)
Day of the Week: Thursday
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: February 7th
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 20 people
Special Note: Participant material is required and will be ordered by the leader. The expected cost is $10.00. Childcare is provided.Description: Part 1 of this 4-part Christianity 101 series. You will discover and discuss the first three primary issues in spiritual growth. What does it mean to be saved? What does it mean to live by faith? How do I live for God? Whether you are new to life following Jesus or been on the journey a long time – getting back to the basics can always lead to fresh starts.
LONG-TERM GROUPS
Stepping Up by Dennis Rainey
Leader: John Johnson
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 766-5836
email: jrjohn6482@gmail.com
Type of Group: Men (all ages)
Day of the week: Monday
Time: 6:00 am - 7:00 am
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: currently meeting
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 10 people
Special Note: Participant material is required and will be ordered by the leader. The expected cost is $22.00. Childcare is not provided.
The Book of Acts
Leader: Edgar Timberlake
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 491-0503
email: e_timberlake@me.com
Type of Group: Men (all ages)
Day of the week: Monday
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm
Location: 22 Willimantic Dr. NW, Alexandria
Start Date: currently meeting
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 8 people
Special Note: Includes dessert, followed by a study time. Childcare is not provided.
Books of the Bible
Leader: Mark Proudfoot & Myron Sahlberg
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 760-1246 (320) 424-2642
email: mjcom@charter.net email: mlsahlberg@gmail.com
Type of Group: Men (all ages)
Day of the week: Friday
Time: 7:00 am - 8:00 am
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: currently meeting
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 12 people
Special Note: Childcare is not provided.
SUNDAY MORNING ADULT CLASSES
The Book of Acts and the Early Church
Leader: Wade Cole & Kendra Greiner
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 815-8869
email: vetwrap@charter.net
Type of Group: Adults (Men and Women)
Day of the week: Sunday
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: currently meeting
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 45 people
Special Note: Children’s Ministry is provided up to age 6.
Bible Study
Leader: Dave Holm
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 766-0913
email: ldholm87@gmail.com
Type of Group: Adults (Men and Women)
Day of the week: Sunday
Time: 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: currently meeting
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 45 people
Special Note: Children’s Ministry is available for kids birth through 5th grade.
CONNECTING GROUPS
Lake Community Church has a number of small groups that meet frequently throughout the year. The groups below are our life stage groups.
Family Night
Leader: Paul Peterson
Leader Contact: phone: (608) 445-2391
email: paul@lakecommunity.org
Type of Group: Families with preschool & elementary age kids
Day of the Week: Monday
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: currently meeting
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: unlimited
Special Note: This night includes dinner, play, kid friendly worship, and family devotions.
Antioch - Young Adult Ministry
Leader: John Hedine
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 815-2327
email: johnnyhedine@yahoo.com
Type of Group: Young Adults / Mixed Gender
Day of the Week: Tuesday
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: currently meeting
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: unlimited
Inspired Readers
Leader: Virginia Lamb
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 766-0641
email: ovlamb@runestone.net
Type of Group: Women's Book Club
Day of the Week: Monday
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: 6767 State Highway 27 E., Alexandria
Start Date: currently meeting
Frequency: 3rd Monday of the month
Group Size: unlimited
Special Note: This group is informal with a variety of topics read throughout the year.
PrimeTimers 55+
Leader: Joyce Johnson, Linda Kuhlman, Lois Wood
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 808-1349 (701) 331-1780
email: djjohn@centurylink.net
email: linda_kuhlman2@yahoo.com
Type of Group: Adults 55+
Day of the Week: Sunday
Time: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Lake Community Church or offsite
Start Date: February 3rd
Frequency: 1st Sunday every other month
Group Size: unlimited
Special Note: No childcare provided.Description: Primetimers is a place where anyone 55+ can gather – meet new people, build great friendships, share some wonderful food and experience an assortment of fun activities. Every other month a special event is planned to suit a variety of interests for both the guys and gals.
Faithfully Fit
Leader: Melody Warren
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 766-9244
email: melody@lakecommunity.org
Type of Group: Women (all ages)
Day of the week: Thursday
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: February 7th
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 30 people
Special Note: Participant material is required and will be ordered by the leader. The expected cost is $15.00. Childcare is not provided.Description: Having a healthy holistic lifestyle is an essential approach to taking care of the body God gave you. We will use a biblical approach to learning how to improve our physical, emotional, relational and spiritual self. 30 minutes of community building and personal development, 30 minutes of low impact movement including stretching, weights, mild cardio and balance, and 30 minutes of bible study focusing on being healthy.
Student Ministry
Leader: Kyle Morton
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 760-2214
email: kyle@lakecommunity.org
Type of Group: Middle and High School Students
Day of the Week: Wednesday
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: currently meeting
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: unlimited
Coffee and Chaos
Leader: Anne Madsen
Leader Contact: phone: (701) 215-2335
email: annekdunham@gmail.com
Type of Group: Mom's Group
Day of the Week: Tuesday
Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: currently meeting
Frequency: 1st and 3rd Tuesday
Group Size: unlimited
Special Note: This is an informal connecting point for moms with kids pre-school age and younger.
Coffee Chats
Leader: Judy Proudfoot
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 815-2094
email: redhead73@charter.net
Type of Group: Women's Coffee and Conversation Mixed Ages
Day of the Week: Thursday
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Common Ground Coffee Shop, Alexandria
Start Date: currently meeting
Frequency: 1st Thursday of the month
Group Size: unlimited
Special Note: This group is informal with an open house format - show up and leave when it works best for you. Open to ladies of all ages. A great way to just chill and get connected!
Faithfully Fit
Leader: Melody Warren
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 766-9244
email: melody@lakecommunity.org
Type of Group: Women (all ages)
Day of the week: Monday
Time: 6:00 am - 7:30 am
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: February 4th
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 30 people
Special Note: Participant material is required and will be ordered by the leader. The expected cost is $15.00. Childcare is not provided.Description: Having a healthy holistic lifestyle is an essential approach to taking care of the body God gave you. We will use a biblical approach to learning how to improve our physical, emotional, relational and spiritual self. 30 minutes of community building and personal development, 30 minutes of low impact movement including stretching, weights, mild cardio and balance, and 30 minutes of bible study focusing on being healthy.
Faithfully Fit
Leader: Jackie Paul
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 760-1131
email: djpaul@charter.net
Type of Group: Women (all ages)
Day of the week: Wednesday
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Location: Lake Community Church
Start Date: February 6th
Frequency: weekly
Group Size: up to 30 people
Special Note: Participant material is required and will be ordered by the leader. The expected cost is $15.00. Childcare is not provided.Description: Having a healthy holistic lifestyle is an essential approach to taking care of the body God gave you. We will use a biblical approach to learning how to improve our physical, emotional, relational and spiritual self. 30 minutes of community building and personal development, 30 minutes of low impact movement including stretching, weights, mild cardio and balance, and 30 minutes of bible study focusing on being healthy.
MULTIGENERATIONAL GROUPS
Table Group
Leader: Joyce Johnson
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 808-1349
email: djjohn@centurylink.net
Type of Group: Women (all ages)
Day of the week: Friday
Time: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Location: host homes
Start Date: currently meeting
Frequency: last Friday of each month
Group Size: up to 10 people
Special Note: There is a simple meal provided. No childcare is provided.
Table Group
Leader: KrisAnn Carlsen
Leader Contact: phone:(320) 815-6534
email: krisann.carlsen@gmail.com
Type of Group: Women (all ages)
Day of the week: Monday
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: host home
Start Date: currently meeting
Frequency: 2nd Monday of each month
Group Size: up to 10 people
Special Note: There is a simple meal provided. No childcare is provided.
CLOSED - Group Full - Table Group
Leader: Wendy Timberlake
Leader Contact: phone: (612) 308-1946
email: wr_timberlake@yahoo.com
Type of Group: Women (all ages)
Day of the week: Wednesday
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: host homes
Start Date: currently meeting
Frequency: 2nd Wednesday of each month
Group Size: up to 10 people
Special Note: There is a simple meal provided. No childcare is provided.
CLOSED - Group Full - Table Group
Leader: Lynette Holm
Leader Contact: phone: 320-766-8027
email: ldholm87@gmail.com
Type of Group: Women (all ages)
Day of the week: Tuesday
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: host homes
Start Date: currently meeting
Frequency: 3rd Tuesday of each month
Group Size: up to 10 people
Special Note: There is a simple meal provided. No childcare is provided.
Table Group
Leader: Melody Warren
Leader Contact: phone: (320) 766-9244
email: melody@lakecommunity.org
Type of Group: Women (all ages)
Day of the week: Thursday
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: host homes
Start Date: currently meeting
Frequency: 1st Thursday of the month
Group Size: up to 10 people
Special Note: There is a simple meal provided. No childcare is provided.