Christian Education & Learning

Cross teaches the Good News

At Cross we believe that each person should have a relationship with Jesus. We offer many opportunities for that to happen through learning, growing, and getting connected with the guidance of caring, loving teachers.

Sunday School - Sundays at 9:30am, September - May Educational experts confirm what we already know: kids learn and remember more when they are actively involved. Youth aged 3yrs through high school are invited to participate in classes that include Bible stories, Lutheran teaching and church history, and application to real-life situations.

Confirmation - Wednesday at 7pm, September - May Youth in junior high (7th, 8th, 9th grades) find just what they have been looking for and just what they need for a faith that will last for a lifetime. They explore vital spiritual and real-life issues, experience more in-depth learning about their faith roots and application to life. Luther's Catechism is central, as well as group interaction, dialogue, and Bible study. Retreats, social events, mentoring, and service projects are also an integral part of Confirmation at Cross. Confirmation Sunday will be on May 20, 2012.

Confirmation Refresher for Parents Please join other adults/parents of confirmation aged youth on Wednesday evenings to discuss the same issues as the students! We will present thought-provoking discussion and learning opportunities you may have missed or need a refresher on.

High School “H2O” Grapple with real life issues through discussion and creative bible studies. A variety of formats are used to connect bible truths in the best possible ways as well as social events and fund-raisers for state and national youth gatherings, under the direction of Claudia Karpinskas and Jan Smith.

Adult Study Groups Adults are invited to one of the groups meeting in the Fellowship Hall during the 9:30 education hour. These groups will continue for about 6 weeks at a time, then new ones will form. In September and October, 2011, the following choices are offered:

• Parenting 101 – with Karen Loftus (parents of all ages invited)
  An engaged and engaging group of parents that come together to discuss how God's word can guide us through the challenging role of raising our children. We cry, laugh and share the joys and challenges of being a Christian parent in today's world.
• Book Discussion – with Kathy & Doug Ming
  We love the books, the sharing and the friendships that are fostered here. We would love to have you join us at anytime during this time we have together. The current book under discussion is The Hole in our Gospel by Richard Stearns.
• Wired Word – with Tom Blohm
  A weekly offering and observation of current events and hot topics throughout the world. Using our faith perspective and personnel experiences we confront these issues head on. All opinions are respected and welcomed in contributing to a better understanding of what makes us tick.