St. John’s Adults Ministries
Adult Education
St. John’s Academy is part of adult education at St. John’s. Occasionally, guest lecturers will discuss topics in a more in-depth presentation. Recordings of recent lectures are below.
April 13, 2025 Pastor Paul Bulgerin “Jesus and Chaos”
April 6, 2025 Pastor Kris Ruffatto “Chaos and the Life of Faith”
April 30, 2023 Tim and Linda Muth “Being the Church in El Salvador”
February 27, 2022 Dr. Bruce Campbell “The Fullness of Uncertain Significance”
January 23, 2022 Pastor Kris Ruffatto “The Law”
December 12, 2021 Pastor Kris Ruffatto “Prophets and the Future”
December 5, 2021 Pastor Kris Ruffatto “Psalms”
Library
In the St John’s Library we have books and DVDs that may be checked out on such topics as Christian Living, Parenting, Luther, the Bible, Biblical History, and much more. We also have a large collection of materials for small group discussions.
Small Groups
Our group comes together to discuss the books we read and how they relate to our lives. A wide variety of books are selected. While the book is the catalyst for discussion, our main focus is on community and connection with each other.
We meet each month at the home of the hostess for the month. The hostess provides beverages and light snacks.
Meet: 7:00 p.m., third Friday of each month March through October. November, January and February, we meet at 9:00 a.m. on the third Saturday. We do not meet in December.
For more information, contact Patrice.
This group meets monthly in the home of a group member who leads the discussion of the book. At the end of the program year, we gather to decide on our reading list for the following year based on suggestions of the members.
Meet third Tuesday of each month during the school year.
For more information, contact Darlene, Barb or Judy.
Co-Ed Groups
This group grows in faith through Bible study and other resources.
Meet: 7:00 p.m., 8 weeks in the fall, 8 weeks prior to Easter
For more information, contact Kyle.
This is a bible study that focuses on contemporary faith issues. We typically use DVD supported learning by people such as Max Lucado and John Ortberg.
Meet: 6:00 p.m., weekly during the school year.
For more information, contact Steve.
Men’s Groups
This group meets via Zoom for weekly book study and discussion.
Meet: 6:15 a.m., weekly
For more information or the Zoom link, contact Chris.
It is a time to grow in our relationship with God and other Christian men through book discussion. The group alternates from discussing a book of interest and discussing books of the Bible. Bring a mug of coffee and join us for some fellowship and meaningful discussion with other Christian men.
Meet: 8:30 a.m., weekly during the school year
For more information, contact Ralph.
This ministry group is a wonderful opportunity for retired men to enjoy a devotion, food and fellowship with one another. Stories and experiences are exchanged over breakfast, on the first Wednesday of the month, or lunch, which is held on the third Wednesday of the month. Some of the men attend both meetings. The breakfast generally has 12-20 attendees and the lunch has 6-12. If you are a retired guy and have not come by yet, please join us at the next meeting.
Meet: 8:30 a.m., first Wednesday of the month
12:00 p.m., third Wednesday of the month
For more information, contact Jerry or Roy.
Men’s softball league for ages 18 and over. Participates in a league with 13 other church teams. They may not win often, but they have fun!
Meet: Monday nights, April-August
For more information, contact Brian H.
Women’s Groups
This group meets for Bible study and to support each other in faith and in life.
Meet: 7:00 p.m., second and fourth Thursday during the school year
For more information, contact Carol
This group meets weekly in the youth room for yoga.
Meet: 10:00 a.m., Monday
For more information, contact Kathi
This women’s group meets to study and discuss materials that we feel will help us grow in our faith.
Meet: 1:00 p.m., third Monday
For more information, contact Janice
The Tuesday Morning Bible Study is comprised of women mostly over 55 with grown children. The group does both traditional bible study and spiritual books. The objective is to strengthen and care for one another, pursue growth in discipleship through study, education and prayer; and to share Jesus’s love with others. Expectations include honoring each other with respect and confidentiality.
Meet: 8:30 a.m., second and fourth Tuesday during the school year
For more information, contact LoAnn
Morning Circle Bible Study group. Social hour breakfast followed by a video Bible Study. Our group is for women in the church.
Meet: 9:30 a.m., second Wednesday of the month, September—May
For more information, contact Kathy
Want to
discuss ministries for adults?
Please contact us by email or call the Church Office.
Email:
info@makedisciples.com
Phone:
(262) 786-6887
Need more information?
We’d love to hear from you and answer any additional questions you have.