Spiritual Growth

Adult Education Programs

Our Adult Education program will be offering a wide variety of opportunities and activities this fall. Our fellowship groups are always adding new participants, and you are encouraged to note the start dates for classes and topic studies. For full information, please take a brochure from the Adult Opportunities table in Fellowship Hall, or from the Welcome Center outside the sanctuary. There will be separate brochures for spiritual enrichment opportunities, fellowship opportunities, and opportunities to serve others.

Holy Week Worship Schedule at Good Samaritan UMC

Why not Print A Copy NOW of Good Samaritan's Holy Week Worship Schedule. Everyone Welcome!

Tuesday Morning Bible Study

TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY meets on Tuesday mornings from 9:30–11:30 AM in the Fireside Room. Our studies for 2010 will focus on “What Guides Our Lives?” During the month of March, we will continue our study of “3 Simple Rules,” facilitated by Marlys Rechkemmer. There will be no class Holy Week (Mar. 30).

Sunday Morning Book Group

Everyone is invited to come to Good Samaritan’s 10:30 Sunday morning book group.  If you have questions about what we are currently reading and discussing please contact Larry at ldhause@gmail.com.

Discover Your Spiritual Type!

The Upperroom, has developed a "Spiritual Types Test."
This quiz is meant to help you learn about yourself, see how you compare with others, and have a little fun.
If you're interested discovering your Spiritual Type this is the resource for you.  Check it out HERE.
Let the fun begin!

Academy for Vital Christianity at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities

The Academy for Vital Christianity classes at United Theological Seminary are designed for individuals who want to deepen their faith and broaden their knowledge of Christianity; church members eager to enhance their participation in the church, and religious leaders (clergy and lay) who want to expand or renew their skills for ministry. Academy students will gain confidence in their ability to work in the church, a deep and more vital faith, and the skills to enhance their congregational participation. Class fee is $175.00 for early registration, otherwise $225.00.

One-or Two-Session Classes

Sometimes a week-long class is just not something that fits into your schedule. Throughout the year, we will be offering a variety of one-time or two-time classes, some of them during the day, some of them in the evening. These will range from discussing current events with a faith perspective to theological issues on our minds, to utilizing a topic addressed by Krista Tippett on “Speaking of Faith.” Information about these classes will be posted here on our website as they are scheduled. If you have a topic you’d like to hear addressed, please contact Becky Sechrist at becky@good.org.

Hearts of Hope

Hearts of Hope is a spiritually-based support group for parents, families, and friends of GLBT persons where everyone will feel safe and welcome. Maybe a family member or friend has revealed him or herself to be gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender. The revelation of your loved one’s sexual orientation or gender identity can bring up a range of responses. Some people find themselves repressing their feelings while others may be flooded by over-whelming emotions. One common experience is the need for a period of adjustment to come to a new understanding and relationship with your loved one.

Good Samaritan Prayer Chain

Are you aware there are two prayer chains to help keep you informed of concerns and prayer requests from church members and friends? The first and oldest is the telephone prayer chain. The second is e-mail generated. If you wish to put something on the prayer chain OR become part of the chain, email Mary Parsons at Mary@good.org or contact her in the church office at 952.929.0049, ext. 221.

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