RLC values Christian education, for adults and children, and considers it to be an essential part of a healthy equipping ministry. We offer Sunday School opportunities for adults and children from 9:30-10:30 am, September through May. Occasionally, we offer summer Bible study opportunities.

Adult Christian Education

Book of Revelation

Dates: September 8-October 20 (No Class September 29, October 6)
Time: 9:30-10:30 am
Place: Fellowship Hall
Leaders: Pastor Jonathan Blanke, Pastor Zach Sarrault
Materials: Provided

We will read and discuss this unique book of the Bible and apply its truths to our daily lives.

Youth Sunday School

Join us for Sunday School from 9:30-10:30 am, September-May! All classes are held in the Family Life Center.

• Pre-Kindergarten in Room 132
• Kindergarten-1st Grade in Room 135
• 2nd-3rd Grade in Room 131
• 4th-5th Grade in Room 133
• 6th-12th Grade in Room 253 (The Warehouse)

 

Weekly Classes

Monday

Monday Night Women’s Bible Study

Dates: September 9-November 11
Time: 7:00-8:00 pm
Place: Room 151, Family Life Center, and Online via Zoom
Leaders: Jamee Thieme, Sharon Hahne, Dawn Leister

The Rock Speaks: Ten Lessons Based on 1 Corinthians 10:4

This 10-lesson Bible study invites readers to explore how Jesus calls them to trust in Him as their rock and salvation. The study is based on 1 Corinthians 10:4: All drank the same spiritual drink. For they drank from the spiritual Rock that followed them, and the Rock was Christ.

Drawing from the author's observations of rocks and soil, words from the Old Testament, and events in the New Testament, the study reveals how Jesus calls all into a deeper understanding of creation and salvation through topics such as sustenance, abundance, life, growth, and more.

Books can be ordered through Concordia Publishing House, ChristianBook.com, or Amazon. Amazon also offers an electronic version in the Kindle store.

Men's Weekly Study and Fellowship

Dates: September 9-October 14
Time: 7:00-8:15 pm
Place: Room 240, Family Life Center
Leaders: Mark Otten, Tom Gebbia

A Study of Heroes of the Faith

Are you curious about some of the less famous men and women in the Bible? Would you like to learn more about their lives, how they responded to God’s call, and how we can apply these lessons to our lives today?

The Monday Men’s group will study and discuss some of these using the Heroes of the Faith Series of studies published by Concordia Publishing House. We will study Daniel, Jonah, Deborah, Esther, Dorcas, and Hannah. We will study one person each week.

We will learn about the cultural setting and life story of each person, examine the joys and challenges they faced, and see how God forgave and empowered them. We will discuss how these lessons can apply to our lives as Christian men today.

*First meeting on Monday, September 9 will start at 6:30 pm with a potluck. Bring your favorite meat, side, or treat.

Dates: October 21-December 2 (No Class November 25)
Time: 7:00-8:15 pm
Place: Room 240, Family Life Center
Leaders: Ron Bostick, Tom Gebbia

Tell Someone Series

A 6-session study on Evangelism from Greg Laurie, one of the nation's most prominent Pastors and Evangelists. This study helps group members identify people and places already in their daily routines, encouraging and empowering them to share the good news of Jesus Christ.

Evangelism shouldn't be an artificial religious sales pitch. We shouldn't be afraid of burning bridges with people we know and love. Instead, we should build bridges with our stories to connect people to the heart of the Savior. This refreshing look at Evangelism will help Christians — new and old alike — discover the joy of Evangelism as the good news of Jesus naturally overflows into their daily lives.

Tuesday

Tuesday Morning Bible Study and Fellowship

Dates: September 3-May 20
Time: 10:30-11:30 am
Place: Fellowship Hall
Leaders: Pastor Jonathan Blanke, Pastor Zach Sarrault

God gives His Word to instruct, guide, and bless our lives. The Scripture lessons in worship offer a menu every week to build up the people of God in faith and hope.

We will study the lessons for the following Sunday, and as we do, we expect that this Word will enrich and edify our community prayer, faith, and servant life in Christ.

Wednesday

Wednesday evening activities includes dinner, youth events, adult Christian education classes, Confirmation, and music ministry rehearsals.

Check out the full schedule!
 

Adult Christian Education

Intentional Parenting

Dates: September 4-November 20
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm
Place: Room 240, Family Life Center
Leaders: Pastor Zach Sarrault, Erika Hulse
Materials: Intentional Parenting by Doug and Cathy Fields (First 8 to sign up get a free book!)

Every parent has dreams for their children. As parents, we all start out with the best intentions. Although, at some point, we move from DREAMS to DUCT TAPE and hope that each day everything will just stick together.

Raising kids in today’s culture is a difficult challenge and it requires a plan. Our goal is to grow together in support and community, learning how to be intentional parents, centered on God’s Word. How does God guide us to be the parents He intends us to be? Join us as we wrestle with this question and our calling to be Christian parents!

Grace-ful Women

Dates: September 4-October 23
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm
Place: Room 251, Family Life Center
Leader: Shane Jarvis
Materials: Primarily Low Anthropology: The Unlikely Key to a Gracious View of Others (and Yourself) by David Zahl, some Life Is Impossible: And That's Good News by Nick Lannon (Both Available from Amazon)

Do you ever feel like you’re the only one who struggles? Do you all too often feel exhausted or burned out? Why is this? Because life is impossible! But what sounds like bad news, is the beginning of Good News!

In this course, we’ll learn how a Low Anthropology liberates us to see our desperate need for a Savior; the One who says, “I am willing; be cleansed.”

Men with Kids - The Book of Job

Dates: September 4-October 23
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm
Place: Room 247, Family Life Center
Leaders: Group Led, Tom Gebbia

The world teaches us to revolve our actions, thoughts, and beliefs around ourselves. “It’s all about you!” we are encouraged to think. In the world’s philosophy, we become the author and hero of our story. But the Bible teaches a different view, one where another hero — the actual Author of life — takes center stage.

In the book of Job, God asserts his preeminence and displays his power. Join Francis Chan in this eight-session series on Job as he explores the overriding truth that we exist not for ourselves but to glorify the God who deserves all worship and praise.

Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis

Dates: September 4-October 23
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm
Place: Fellowship Hall
Leader: Tim Kearby
Materials: Book can be ordered online at Amazon ($12.49) or Christian Book stores.

Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis is a timeless classic that delves into the core beliefs of Christianity in a way that is accessible to everyone, regardless of their background. Lewis’s eloquent and thoughtful exploration of faith tackles profound questions about morality, the meaning of life, and the nature of God. Mere Christianity offers clear and reasoned arguments that invite you to consider the essence of the Christian faith.

Lewis's writing is rich with analogies and everyday examples that make profound ideas easy to grasp. Through his engaging prose, Lewis breaks down the barriers that often surround religious discussions, making the book an inviting and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in exploring the big questions of life.

Mere Christianity encourages self-reflection and growth. It challenges us to consider our own beliefs and the foundations upon which they are built. Lewis’s wisdom and clarity have made this book a beloved resource for those seeking to understand Christianity, deepen their faith, or simply engage with one of the greatest thinkers of the 20th century.

To facilitate our discussions, we will use a video series given by the late Dr. Chris Mitchell from Wheaton College.

This Is the Church

Dates: September 18 and 25, October 2 and 9 Only
Time: 6:30-7:30 pm
Place: Room 140, Family Life Center
Leader: Pastor Jonathan Blanke
Materials: Bible and Luther's Small Catechism

We will learn and review the basic teachings of the Christian faith.

It is a great opportunity for those who are joining us from another denomination or are new to the church altogether.

 

First Communion