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.

Adult Bible Study ~ Christianity’s Influence on American Literature

Time: 9:30-10:30 am
Place: Fellowship Hall
Dates: January 4-February 15
Leader: Larry Cameron

A nation’s culture is defined in large part by its literature. Since many of our earliest settlers came seeking freedom to practice their Christian faith, much of what they wrote reflects a rich Biblical heritage. Writers in following generations continued that tradition.

We will examine poetry and prose selections from more than a dozen famous American writers, including Anne Bradstreet, John Greenleaf Whittier, Countee Cullen, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Stephen Crane. This study will reveal how widespread and enduring has been the Bible’s influence on our literature.

All materials will be provided in each session. Please bring your Bible as we trace the links between Scripture and each literary selection. Some will be available.

*We'll have a make-up day from the winter weather cancellations on Sunday, March 15.

New Adult Bible Study ~ Archaeology and the Bible

Time: 9:30-10:30 am
Place: Fellowship Hall
Dates: February 22-April 12
Leader: Paul Brandt

Attend to learn how archaeology and the Bible intersect, to gain information that will build your understanding of God's Word, and perspectives to share with biblical skeptics in your life.

Class will be six sessions on Sunday morning, starting February 22. No class held on March 15* and April 5.

Bring your Bible, your curious mind, and a friend.

*Please note, Sunday, March 15 will be a make-up class for Christianity’s Influence on American Literature with Larry Cameron in the Fellowship Hall.

Children and 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.

We explore God's Word beginning in the book of Genesis. Enduring Faith Bible curriculum is Christ centered, age appropriate, and offers a variety of activities to engage all learners. Teachers and students will read Bible accounts, participate in hands-on activities, play games, and make projects.

• Preschool 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)
  Our Enduring Faith Bible curriculum is a flexible curriculum that nurtures lifelong disciples of Jesus. We walk through the whole Bible and its major themes, tracing God's plan of salvation from Genesis to Revelation.
  
  

TUESDAY Morning

Time: 10:30-11:30 am
Place: Fellowship Hall
Dates: September 2-May 19
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 EVENING ~ Supper & Scripture

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

Check out the full schedule!

Adult Christian Education

Christian Parenting ~ The Spiritually Vibrant Home

Time: 6:00-7:00 pm
Place: Room 240, Family Life Center
Dates: January 7-February 11 (Class will break during Lent.)
Leaders: Erika Hulse, Children and Family Ministry Director, and Pastor Zach Sarrault

We all long for homes where we can thrive and flourish. What does it take to have a spiritually vibrant household?

Don Everts invites us to contemplate what the Bible says about households and consider what a new research project has revealed by pulling back the curtains on everyday households of faith. The project shows that some of the healthiest, most vibrant homes extend beyond the nuclear family and include people that may not be biologically related but feel like family.

In the end you might just be surprised by how God wants to work in and through your household. And you’ll have practical steps for nurturing a vibrant household of faith, no matter what stage of life you are in.

Men's Ministry ~ Nurturing your Faith: Life to the Full

Time: 7:00-8:00 pm (Fellowship at 6:30 pm)
Place: Room 245, Family Life Center
Dates: February 25-March 18
Contact Tom Gebbia

Lutheran Hour Ministries

Women of the Word (WOW) ~ Chosen: A Study of Esther

Time: 7:00-8:00 pm (Fellowship at 6:45 pm)
Place: Fellowship Hall
Dates: January 7-May 20
Contact Jamee Thieme or Study Leader, Shane Jarvis

You're invited to study the Book of Esther. The setting: A lavish feast in the opulent Persian Empire. The event: a beauty contest. The plot: save a nation from annihilation. In this study, see that God's presence is ever abundant in your life, and that God gives you the courage to live fearlessly as Esther did. Learn the historical context of the Book of Esther to enrich your understanding of God's Word.

Materials: Chosen: A Study of Esther by Donna Pyle is available for self-purchase through Amazon (paperback and digital formats).

A Zoom group version of this will be available on Mondays, 7:00-8:00 pm.

This Is the Church

Time: 7:00-8:00 pm
Dates: February 11-March 25
Location: Room 151, Family Life Center
Leader: Pastor Jonathan Blanke

This class takes a close look at what we believe as Christians. It is a great opportunity for everyone, whether you’re coming from another denomination, new to the Christian faith altogether, or simply want to review the basics of the Christian faith according to the Lutheran tradition.

Bring your Bible; a catechism will be provided.

First Communion