Adult Education Spring 2008

Are you ready to discover what matters most in life?

Pentecost: What is it all about?  From creation to Pentecost to our world today, the Holy Spirit is a divine wind blowing in our lives, inspiring, prompting and leading.  Come celebrate Pentecost and the coming of the Holy Spirit on Sunday, May 4 at 9:45 in the Chapel and explore what Pentecost means as well as what it means to be inspired by the winds of the Spirit and to live a Spirit-filled life.

Sojourner’s Small Group Ministry   Sheridan Lutheran Church is a large faith community and we are continuing our efforts in 2008 to connect people and help them to maturity in Christ through small groups. Join a small group for support, friendship, spiritual growth and mission.  Please let us know if you have not yet found a small group to join. To find out more, contact Kathy Paisley in the church office or email at k.paisley@sheridanlutheran.org.

The Life of Jesus Through Matthew’s Eyes is a unique international Bible Study ministry at Sheridan and an opportunity for Sudanese and Americans to study the Bible together in English.  There are short lessons with questions and answers, along with a Virtual Bible video.  Participants can help in assisting the Sudanese write the answers in English. Sundays at 9:45 a.m. in the Faith Walk Café.  Facilitated by Jan Madsen and Charlotte Hoke.

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study Learn more about the prophecies in the Bible by joining the Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study.  This group is studying Isaiah which contains some of the most beautiful imagery and poetry in the Old Testament. The study moves slowly taking time for us to ponder its meaning for our own lives.  You do not need to be a Bible scholar to join the group; in fact, we want people who like a good discussion and have many questions about what the passages mean in our daily life. Please join us for lively conversation in a small group setting as we learn and study God’s truths and uncover the meaning of His word for us in today’s world!   Bring your Bible.  Sundays at 9:45 a.m. in Kathy Paisley’s office.  Led by Julie Johnson.

Marriage, Parenting and Family

Date With Your Mate  every Saturday night at 6:30 p.m. from April 5th thru May 10th

This date night is for engaged and married couples (with or without children) of all ages and anniversary years. Every Saturday    night from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m., therapist Heidi Widner with the Samaritan Counseling Center in Lincoln, will present a topic that couples encounter in their relationship.  Following the half hour presentation, couples are encouraged to enjoy a night out together, or with other couples from the class, and discuss the presentation. Attend one or all six of the sessions and your relationship with benefit – no matter how long you’ve been together! For more information, contact Pastor Rhonda r.bostrom@sheridanlutheran.org or Kathy Paisley at k.paisley@sheridanlutheran.org.

Mom-to-Mom Connection is Sheridan’s group for moms.  Our group meets twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. at Sheridan to share, connect and meet other moms.  We have a time for prayer, sharing, book discussion and snacks (for kids and moms!).  Mothers of children of all ages are welcome.  Currently, the group is discussing “Raising Great Kids” by Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend.  Childcare is provided.  To RSVP or for more information, please contact Melissa Abele, melissaabele@hotmail.com or 489-4092, or Brooke Runyan, brooke@thousandhills.org or 540-8586.

Women

Beth Moore Studies     Stepping Up: A Journey Through the Psalms of Ascent.  This is a detailed 7 session study of Psalms 120–134.  It will engage women in unique opportunities for personal reflection and worship while exploring the background/writer of each psalm, the majority of which were written by David.   Just as a song or poem can express feelings of fear, doubt, hope, and joy, these 15 psalms model how study participants can voice their own petitions and praises to our God, who is always available and ready to hear us.  Study begins April 10 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. and will continue on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays through July 10.  Contact Kathy Paisley to enroll in this in-depth Bible study.   Workbooks will be available to purchase for $13.00.

Men

Masculinity: Will the REAL Jesus Please Stand Up?  Our new discussion outline by this title is listed on the website for handy reference. Lesson #2 will have us continuing the topic “The Divine Jesus – GOD with us”.  Please bring a friend and join us for some lively discussion.  For those of you with a Master Builder Bible for Men, this is Study #1 found on page M4 in the center section of your Bible. We will be alternating between the Option 1 and Option 2 studies each time we meet.  Leader Wes Oestreich has duplicated the study outline in case you may not have the Master Builder Bible.  (If there are some of you who would like to purchase one of these Bibles, let Wes know.  They are $20 each and we have a new supply available.)  Invite someone to attend with you and give our study group a try any time you can!  We meet on the 2nd and 4th Saturday's of each month at 7:30 AM in the Sheridan Retreat Center.  The coffee is always on and we enjoy great discussion and fellowship time together.  Hope to see you there.

National Lutheran Men’s Gathering to be in Omaha in ’08  One of planned events for Sheridan’s Men’s Ministry in 2008 is the National Lutheran Men’s Gathering to be held at the Quest Center in Omaha. We are hoping to have a number of men from Sheridan and surrounding churches take part in this event and help with duties in facilitating as well.

     "Coming of Age", the 2008 Lutheran Men's Gathering will take place August 1 to 3, 2008 at the Omaha(NE) Hilton and Qwest Center. This theme, “Coming of Age”, had a twofold meaning. One has to do with Lutheran Men in Mission’s emphasis on ministry with young men and the opportunities afforded at this event for men to build inter-generational relationships. The other has to do with this ministry maturing and standing on its own: coming of age. Featured speakers will include: Tom Osborne; Coming of Age authors David Anderson and Paul Hill; as well as Larry Clark, Ernie Hinojosa and others. Gathering musicians will include: Dakota Road and Peter Mayer. (A popular musician in his solo career, Peter Mayer is also lead guitarist for Jimmy Buffett’s band). Check out our website and watch for more information.

Sunday Morning Men's Bible Study meets each Sunday from 8:30 to 9:30 am in the conference room.  The Master Builders Bible for Men is the resource for our study of COMING HOME: Pilgrims on Their Way Back.   Men of all ages are welcome to join us in our study and discussion.  Call Phil Wittig at 261-8489 for additional information.

Intergenerational

Galilee By-the-Sea  is an intergenerational opportunity for the entire family including grandparents!  Mark your calendars for Wednesdays, April 23 and 30, and May 7, 14 and 21, as Galilee By-the-Sea comes to Sheridan from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. each evening as part of Wednesdays @ the Well. Dinner will be served from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. for participants. At Galilee By-the-Sea, all generations will be able to experience for themselves what it was like to live when Jesus did. This intergenerational living history event will be the finale of this year’s Wednesdays @ the Well and will help participants of all ages experience new traditions, taste new foods, try new arts and crafts projects, and discover that God sent his most precious gift, his own Son, to save us from our sins. You may even want to get on board as a Shopkeeper in various trades, join the drama team, the music team or perhaps be a tribe leader. There are plenty of opportunities to be a part of these memorable Wednesday family  events. Watch for more details as they unfold!

Men’s Retreat

March 20-21, 2009 at Carol Joy Holling

Women’s Retreat

May 1-2, 2009 at the Lied Lodge and Conference Center in Nebraska City

Marriage Retreat

February 13-14, 2009 at the Swanson Center at Carol Joy Hollling

Education Mission Statement

The Mission and Vision of Sheridan's Education Ministries is to equip all of God's children, youth and adults to grow in, share and celebrate the life-long journey of maturing faith as we grow together in God's grace.  Our education ministries aim to help persons at different ages and stages consider their calling and role in passing on the faith to others.  The goal of many of Sheridan's programs is also to provide for opportunities for mission, outreach and service as multiple generations work and serve hand in hand together.