Education
Children/Youth
We have Sunday School for all children and youth at 10:15 a.m. We currently do not have classes for senior high. Our goal is to provide sound Christian education for our children and youth so that they may know the stories of the Bible, apply these lessons in their daily life, grow in faith and serve God and others. Our Sunday School has a fun atmosphere where kids want to come back! Come check us out!
Adult Sunday School
Adult opportunities for Sunday School also take place in the 10:15 hour. The class explores different books of the Bible, topics of relevancy, and practical application of biblical truths to our experience here and now. This fall, the class will read and discuss “Experiencing God”. You are welcome to join us!
Small Groups
Disciple Bible Study
Have you ever wanted to read the Bible? Join Rev. Earl Higgins on Tuesday nights as we becoming disciples through Bible study. This is a 32-Week study of the whole Bible, requiring daily reading of large portions of scripture and features group discussion each week based on careful preparation. The class draws on the work of scholars to aid the group’s understanding of the Bible and calls on persons to submit themselves to examination by God’s Word, to put themselves under the power of God’s Word, and to be changed by God’s Word! We will meet at the Church office beginning September 16. Class runs from 7-9:00 p.m. Child care is not provided. The cost is $30 for the study manual. Friends are always welcome! Everyone is free to join us for the first orientation session to see if Disciple is right for you!
Financial Peace University
Dave Ramsey’s FPU is a 13 week program designed to change our financial lives by changing our behaviors. We will meet on Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. at the church office. The class starts September 18, 2008 and ends December 18. The cost is $100, which covers a material kit sent by Dave Ramsey. Topics include Saving, how to budget, marriage/single issues with money, bargains, DEBT, investments, insurance, retirement/college, real estate and more! The first class is an orientation, so you are welcome to come and see if this class is for you!
Confirmation
For the first time at St. Mark’s Northwest, the opportunity is here for youth Grade 6 and above to participate in a Confirmation Class in preparation for full church membership! Our classes will be held on Wednesdays from 7:00-8:00 p.m., beginning September 10, 2008 and continuing until Confirmation Sunday, March 1, 2009. The class will also help at the Ash Wednesday Service on February 25, 2009. Our first class on September 10 will be an orientation to the Confirmation process and we invite parents to join us for that evening. A full class syllabus and expectations will be provided at the orientation.
Walking Group
On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 6 p.m., a group gets together at the church office for an hour of walking through the neighborhood. Come get some exercise with some of the church family!
Puppet Ministry
Do you like kids? Do you sometimes talk to yourself? We can use you! The puppets we have in our Sunday School are a big hit with the kids! We need other volunteers to share their talents as we introduce another puppet into the line-up. No previous experience necessary – just a willingness to be creative, make kids smile, and have fun doing it! Please call Diane Vanek at 470-0239
Book Club
Some have inquired about a weekly or monthly book club at Northwest, and Kathy is gathering up names for interest. If you would like to be a part of a book club, call her at 783-2314.
Baby Newsletter Ministry
With all of the new babies coming at our church, we have a special newsletter going out to our infants and toddlers. If you would like to help make that happen, please call Laurel Crusinberry at 423-5839.
Saturday Siesta Women’s Group
It’s back for the fall! Their next get together is on Saturday, October 11 and the day’s theme will be centered around food. They’ll also be stamping in November. Call Mary Baker at 465-8897 for more info!
Mom’s Group
A weekly informal mother’s group is happening at some of the homes of Northwest. For more information, please call Beth Ivey at 438-0274.
Volunteer at the Church Office
We are in need of someone to volunteer two hours every Monday morning at the church office to handle some paperwork and administration details. If you would like to help out, call Pastor Mike at 499-9050.