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Faith Formation

Learning has always been highly valued in Lutheranism. A critical approach to scripture along with excellence in theological reflection are key elements of the Lutheran tradition. Lutherans also recognize that discipleship is more than knowledge, it is a connection between the head and the heart, between knowledge and action. Thus, steeped in the confessional teachings of the reformation, we value learning which results in lifelong faith formation as disciples of Jesus Christ.

Children's Faith Formation

The mission of the Children's Discipleship Team is to empower, encourage, teach, and love the children of Messiah Lutheran Church and our community. Our purpose is to facilitate children to be inspired to have a strong foundation in the church and take responsibility for their spiritual journey. Our committee vision is to support Messiah's vision and to create a family focused welcoming environment.

Youth Faith Formation

The desire of the Youth Discipleship Team is for the youth of Messiah Lutheran Church to be empowered with a living faith and a firm foundation as disciples of Jesus Christ.

Adult Faith Formation

Adult Sunday School - 9:45 am


The adult Sunday school class meets on the main level in the fellowship hall at 9:45 am each Sunday mornings.

Current study:  Christian Commitment in Today’s World  by Margaret Krych (from Augsburg Adult Bible Studies curriculum)

Study what genuine Christian commitment means in today’s world, and how God’s faithfulness provides the foundation for this commitment.

            July 25 God’s Own Faithfulness (2 Thess. 3)

            Aug. 1  Rising above the Circumstances (Phil. 1)

            Aug. 8  Summer Sunday Brunch

            Aug. 15            Living into the Future (Phil. 3:1b—4:1)

            Aug. 22            Growing in Joy and Peace (Phil. 4:2–14)

            Aug. 29            Upheld by God (Acts 28; Phil. 4:15–23)

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Written by Kristin | Last updated July 23, 2010

Messiah's Book Group open to all

The Messiah Book Group will meet Tuesday, April 7 at 7:00 pm in the church library to discuss The Gift of the Jews by Thomas Cahill. The discussion will be led by Georgia Phillippi. Anyone interested is welcome to attend, whether you’ve read the book or not.

Join Messiah Book Group for future discussions

The Messiah Book Group meets every couple months to discuss books. Anyone interested is invited to join the group for one or all of the discussions. The group will meet in the church library at 7:00 pm on the dates listed below for the book indicated.

•           September 13, 2010 - Discussion led by Pat Kopp

Sistine Secrets: Michelangelo’s Forbidden Messages in the Heart of the Vatican
by Benjamin Blech & Roy Doliner

•           November 1, 2010 - Discussion led by Connie Cole

When Bad Things Happen to Good People
by Harold S. Kushner

Other books on the group’s list:

•           Ragamuffin Gospel: Good News for the Bedraggled,
            Beat-up, and Burnt Out by Brennan Manning

•           The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch

•           The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

•           An Altar in the World by Barbara Brown Taylor

•           God’s Problem: How the Bible Fails to Answer Our Most
            Important Question–Why We Suffer by Bart D. Ehrman

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Written by Kristin | Last updated July 23, 2010