Small Group Brochure 2011

Don’t see a group that fits your needs or availability?

Launch your own group! We provide leader training and on-going support.

Contact the Pastor of Small Group Ministries,

Brian Goke at

[email protected] or 404-874-8664

Redeemer Lutheran Church 731 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30308

www.redeemer.org

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REDEEMER

What are “Relationships at Redeemer”

● Safe places that foster authentic relationships and individual growth

● Intentional gatherings to accomplish an agreed-upon Christian purpose

● Community & fellowship based on people, not programs

● Opportunities to grow in relationships with other to encourage spiritual growth

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What types of Relationship Groups exist at Redeemer?

Most groups have multiple purposes for existence; however, they also have a dominant purpose. The four primary types of groups at Redeemer are…

BeingBeingBeingBeing “Building relationships and getting to know people with

common interests”

TaskTaskTaskTask----orientedorientedorientedoriented “Focusing on projects or ministry tasks”

LearningLearningLearningLearning “Learning through Bible Study as the primary agenda”

CaringCaringCaringCaring: “Providing support for people with a specific need”

Focusing on projects or ministry tasks

Redeemer Ringers Redeemer Ringers Redeemer Ringers Redeemer Ringers gathers for the purpose of glorifying God through ringing hand bells. These groups (beginners, interme-diate, advanced) of young people (3rd – 10th grade) meet every Wednesday for rehearsal and performs occasionally in Sunday worship. Contact Sarah Hawbecker at 404-874-8664 or [email protected].

Carillon Ringers Carillon Ringers Carillon Ringers Carillon Ringers gathers for the purpose of glorifying God through ringing hand bells. This group meets every Monday for rehearsal and performs monthly in Sunday worship. Contact Sarah Hawbecker at [email protected] or 404-874-8664.

Task-Oriented Groups

Providing support for people with a specific need or interest

Griefshare Griefshare Griefshare Griefshare gathers for the purpose of offering support for those who have lost a loved one (spouse, parent, child, sibling). This group meets weekly on Tuesday evenings at Redeemer to learn, share, and support one another. Contact Melissa Freas at [email protected] or 678-795-9011.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) gathers for the purpose of offering support for those who struggle with alcohol addiction. This group meets every Monday evening from 7:30-8:30 pm at Re-deemer in the Fireside Room to learn and support one another. There is no contact person for this group; simply come.

Made to Crave Made to Crave Made to Crave Made to Crave gathers weekly on Wednesday evenings for the purpose of studying Scripture and women supporting one an-other in the struggle with dieting. Contact Gretchen Buchanan at [email protected] or 770-509-9294.

Caring Groups

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Focusing on projects or ministry tasks Redeemer Choir Redeemer Choir Redeemer Choir Redeemer Choir gathers for the purpose of leading the congre-gation in worship through hymns and liturgy, and to proclaim the Gospel through psalmody, anthems and spiritual songs which underscore God’s Word as it is read and preached. This group meets every Wednesday for rehearsal and most Sunday mornings to lead the congregation in worship. Contact David Hansen at 404-874-8664 or [email protected]. King’s Men Choir King’s Men Choir King’s Men Choir King’s Men Choir gathers for the purpose of glorifying God through a men’s choral ensemble. This group meets quarterly to rehearse and perform in worship. Contact David Hansen at [email protected] or 404-874-8664. Canticum Novum Canticum Novum Canticum Novum Canticum Novum gathers for the purpose of glorifying God through a vocal ensemble. Members must audition for this group. They meet for rehearsal on alternate Tuesdays from 7-9 pm and perform in concerts and special services throughout the year. Contact David Hansen at [email protected] or 404-874-8664. Cherub Choir Cherub Choir Cherub Choir Cherub Choir gathers for the purpose of glorifying God through choral music. This group of children (ages 4 – 1st grade) meets every Wednesday for rehearsal and performs in Sunday wor-ship 4 times per year. Contact Sarah Hawbecker at 404-874-8664 or [email protected]. Redeemer Singers Redeemer Singers Redeemer Singers Redeemer Singers gather for the purpose of glorifying God through choral music. This group of children (2nd – 6th grade) meets every Wednesday for rehearsal and performs in Sunday worship 8 times per year. Contact Sarah Hawbecker at 404-874-8664 or [email protected].


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How do I join a group?

First, begin by asking yourself…

WHAT is my main interest in joining a group? Is it Bible Study?

Getting connected to other families with children? Serving

meals at a soup kitchen? Getting spiritual or personal sup-

port?

WHEN do I have time to meet? What am I willing to re-arrange

in my schedule to meet with the group? How often would I

like to meet? Different groups meet at different times.

(early morning, afternoons, evenings)

Then….

LOOK THROUGH this Group Ministry Offering Brochure

CONTACT the Group Leader directly

CONTACT Brian Goke, Pastor of Small Group Ministry at

[email protected]

A Redeemer Group is#

“An intentional face-to-face gathering, varying in size and meeting regularly together to accom-

plish an agreed-upon Christian purpose.”


Building relationships & getting to know people with com-mon interests Decatur Discipleship Group gathers for the purpose of growing in Christian discipleship. The group meets every week on Sunday evenings near the Atlanta Zoo in Grant Park. Contact Gary Hurd at [email protected] or 404-909-5816. Dad’s Raising Boys (ages 5-13) gathers for the purpose of encouraging and supporting each other in our role as fathers with boys under our roofs. This group meets once a month on Tuesday at 7 am at Redeemer to do a book study and pray for our boys. Occasionally the group schedules father/son activities together. Contact Pastor Brian Goke at [email protected] or 404-874-8664. Dad’s Group (w/kids under 5) gathers for the purpose of considering how to be better fathers. The group meets once a month on Sundays at 9:30 am to do a book study and pray for our young children. Contact Pastor Brian Goke at [email protected] or 404-874-8664. Intown Discipleship Group gathers for the purpose of con-sidering what it means to grow in discipleship of Jesus Christ. The group rotates between homes every other Sun-day evening. Contact Oni Borchers at [email protected] or 404-329-9677. This group is currently full. Sandy Springs / East Cobb Disciples gather for the pur-pose exploring scripture and sharing life through Christian fellowship. This group meets on Sunday evenings at 5 pm. Contact Barbara Sween at 404-250-0837 or [email protected].

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Focusing on projects or ministry tasks Quilters Quilters Quilters Quilters gather for the purpose of creating quilts to support the ministry of Lutheran World Relief. This group meets on the sec-ond and fourth Monday of the month at Redeemer in the Fire-side Room. Contact Jean Iverson at 770-498-5280 or [email protected]. Stephen Ministry Stephen Ministry Stephen Ministry Stephen Ministry gathers for the purpose of equipping and sup-porting those who are trained as Stephen Ministers (lay care givers). This group meets on the second and fourth Wednesday evenings. Contact Marlitt Hayslett at [email protected] or 404-550-2372. Tellers Tellers Tellers Tellers gather for the purpose of counting the financial gifts given to Redeemer. There are four groups who meet: after the 8:15 am worship, after the 9:45 am worship, after the 11:00 am worship, and on Fridays during the week. Volunteers can serve once a month or more frequently. Contact Jennifer Isaacson at [email protected] or 404-874-8664. Ushers Ushers Ushers Ushers gather for the purpose of welcoming and serving in the worship services. Volunteers serve once a month on one of the twelve usher teams: first, second, third, fourth Sunday for the 8:15, 9:45, 11:00 am worship services. Contact Phil Heisler at [email protected] or 770-723-0346 for the 8:15 and 9:45 services and John Martin at [email protected] or 404-610-0553 for the 11:00 am service. Redeemer Connects Redeemer Connects Redeemer Connects Redeemer Connects gather for the purpose of welcoming New Members to the Redeemer faith community. The group meets monthly. Contact Nathan Miller at [email protected] or 770-633-4551.



Focusing on projects or ministry tasks Wellness Board Wellness Board Wellness Board Wellness Board gathers to promote holistic wellness through lifting up spiritual, emotional, and physical aspects of healthy lifestyles. This group gathers monthly to plan and execute min-istry initiatives which foster healthy minds, bodies, and spirits. Contact Tammy Williams at 404-377-2248 or [email protected]. Youth & Family Ministry Board Youth & Family Ministry Board Youth & Family Ministry Board Youth & Family Ministry Board gathers to support and consider new ministry initiatives which support parents and their stu-dents (from 6th – 12th grades). This group meets monthly to plan and execute ministry to grow our young people into follow-ers of Jesus Christ. Contact Pam Amy-Cupp at 404-261-7302 or [email protected]. Lutheran Towers Board Lutheran Towers Board Lutheran Towers Board Lutheran Towers Board gathers to oversee the ministry of Lu-theran Towers. This group meets monthly to support senior ministry as it relates specifically to Lutheran Towers. While the Lutheran Towers is a separate non-profit from Redeemer, the governing body is made up of Redeemer members. Contact Susan Gimmestad at [email protected] or 404-636-4249. Sunday Morning Prayer Group Sunday Morning Prayer Group Sunday Morning Prayer Group Sunday Morning Prayer Group gathers to pray for the needs of the congregation. This group meets every Sunday in the Chapel to pray through the Pew Prayer Cards. Contact Karen Medford at [email protected] or 404-874-8664. Women’s Retreat TeamWomen’s Retreat TeamWomen’s Retreat TeamWomen’s Retreat Team gather monthly for the purpose of planning and implementing women’s retreats throughout the year. Contact Oni Borchers [email protected] or 404-329-9677 or Charissa Schulz at [email protected] or 404-853-0474.


Building relationships & getting to know people with com-mon interests Mom-N-Me gathers to provide support and encouragement for mothers while discussing parenting topics and sharing resource ideas. The group is currently discussing the book “The Ministry of Parenting”. This group meets on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month at 10 am at Redeemer. Childcare is provided. Contact Jenny Peterson [email protected] or 770-971-5868. Marriage Ministry gathers for the purpose of strengthening the marriage relationship. The group meets for 8 consecu-tive gatherings on Sunday mornings at 9:30 am. Contact Amber Koter-Puline at [email protected] or 404-874-8664. Parenting Teenagers gathers for the purpose of encourag-ing and supporting parents of teenagers. The group meets at different times and days. Contact Rozella Poston at [email protected] or 404-874-8664. Novel Women gathers for the purpose of reading and dis-cussing fictional materials. They gather at 7 pm on the first Thursday of each month at La Madeleine at Perimeter Mall. Contact Jenny Steele at [email protected] or 404-644-3406. Reads & Reels Women’s Book Group gathers to discuss an eclectic mix of current novels, historical fiction, biogra-phies, etc. They meet monthly on the 3rd Tuesday at 6:30 pm at Redeemer in the Library. Contact Joan Vernor at [email protected] or 770-451-9464.

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Being Groups Building relationships & getting to know people with common interests Fireside Circle Fireside Circle Fireside Circle Fireside Circle gathers for the purpose of trust and faith with a tie of care and compassion. This women’s group meets on the third Monday of the month at 10:00 am in the Fireside room at Redeemer. Contact Marie Akin at 770-942-6840 or Jacque Peppel at 770-496-0779. Katherine Luther Circle Katherine Luther Circle Katherine Luther Circle Katherine Luther Circle gathers for prayer, support, and Bible study discussion. This women’s group meets in homes on the second Tuesday of the month at 10:30 am. Contact, Betty Carl-son at 770-425-4308 or Jacque Peppel at 770-496-0779. Northside Circle Northside Circle Northside Circle Northside Circle gathers for the purpose of trust and faith with a tie of care and compassion. This women’s group meets on the second Wednesday of the month at 10:00 am in homes or at Redeemer. Contact Marcia Philips at 770-723-1243 or Jacque Peppel at 770-496-0779. Ruby Circle Ruby Circle Ruby Circle Ruby Circle gathers for the purpose of service and outreach. This women’s group (ages 20-40 years old) gather approx. every other month for various service projects. Contact Annette Neuman at 404-617-6791 or [email protected] or Jacque Peppel at 770-496-0779. Sisters of the Good Shepherd Circle Sisters of the Good Shepherd Circle Sisters of the Good Shepherd Circle Sisters of the Good Shepherd Circle gathers for the purpose of Christian fellowship and growth in faith and service. This women’s group gathers on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:15 pm for a potluck dinner in the Reception Room. Contact Wendy Meulmans at [email protected] or 678-663-1779 or Jacque Peppel at 770-496-0779.

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Focusing on projects or ministry tasks Member Care Board Member Care Board Member Care Board Member Care Board gathers to provide support and care among redeemer members. This group meets weekly to dis-cuss and implement care among the congregation. Contact Jenny Cranford-Thomas at [email protected] or 404-767-7756. Evangelism Board Evangelism Board Evangelism Board Evangelism Board gathers to consider current and new oppor-tunities to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The group meets monthly to discuss and implement evangelism strate-gies. Contact Pastor Matt Simpkins at [email protected] or 404-874-8664. Midtown Mission DevelopmentMidtown Mission DevelopmentMidtown Mission DevelopmentMidtown Mission Development gathers to grow community in the Atlanta Midtown area through service, worship, and out-reach. Contact Pastor Matt Simpkins at [email protected] or 404-874-8664. Children & Family Ministry Team Children & Family Ministry Team Children & Family Ministry Team Children & Family Ministry Team gathers to support and con-sider new ministry initiatives which support parents and their children (from birth through 5th grade). This group meets monthly to plan and execute ministry to grow our young people into followers of Jesus Christ. Contact Caron Puckhaber at [email protected] or 678-473-1173. Stewardship Board Stewardship Board Stewardship Board Stewardship Board gathers to equip and empower the Re-deemer congregation to share their gifts of time, talent, and treasure. This group meets monthly to discuss and execute strategies for spiritual growth as it relates to giving. Contact Penny Scarpucci at [email protected] or 404-255-8232. Worship Board Worship Board Worship Board Worship Board gathers to consider, recommend, and support all aspects of our worship life at Redeemer. The group meets monthly to discuss and implement current and new worship initiatives. Contact Jonne Walter at [email protected] or 404- 261-5686.



Focusing on projects or ministry tasks Finance Board Finance Board Finance Board Finance Board gathers for the purpose of monitoring, project-ing, and recommending as it relates to Redeemer’s financial situation. The group meets monthly to analyze, consider trends, and report to the Church Council and Senior Pastor. Contact Jennifer Isaacson at [email protected] or 404-874-8664. Small Group Ministry Board Small Group Ministry Board Small Group Ministry Board Small Group Ministry Board gathers for the purpose of promot-ing spiritual growth through encouraging relationships within the Redeemer community. This group meets monthly to de-velop and execute strategies that all people at Redeemer might connect in deep and significant relationships. Contact Pastor Brian Goke at [email protected] or 404-874-8664. Digital Media Ministry Digital Media Ministry Digital Media Ministry Digital Media Ministry gathers to review, study, update, organ-ize, recommend, and implement all the digital media of Re-deemer Lutheran Church. We do this to ensure that all the seg-ments of the general population and members have the best options to communicate and share the Word of God. Contact Lew Engle at [email protected] or Amber Koter-Puline at [email protected] or 404-874-8664. Outreach & Missions Board Outreach & Missions Board Outreach & Missions Board Outreach & Missions Board gathers for the purpose of equip-ping and empowering the Redeemer faith community to serve in Midtown, in greater Metro Atlanta, across Georgia, around the United States, and overseas. This group meets monthly to consider and execute outreach initiatives. Contact Katy Hurley at [email protected] or 404-593-8147.

Redeemer Church Council Redeemer Church Council Redeemer Church Council Redeemer Church Council gathers to oversee the vision, mis-sion, and ministry of Redeemer. This group of elected Re-deemer members meets monthly to discuss and make deci-sions in regards to the larger faith community. Contact Pastor Tim Smith at [email protected] or 404-874-8664.


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Building relationships & getting to know people with common interests Silver Belles Silver Belles Silver Belles Silver Belles gathers for the purpose of encouragement and support. This single women’s group meets on the first Wednes-day of the month at noon for lunch and occasionally partici-pates in monthly activities. Contact Marilynn Kelm at 404-872-8996 or [email protected]. 731 Club 731 Club 731 Club 731 Club gathers for the purpose of Christian fellowship. This group of seniors (55+) meets at Redeemer on the third Tues-day for a potluck lunch at 11:00 am. Contact David Ott at 404-874-8664 or [email protected]. Financial Peace University (Dave Ramsey) Financial Peace University (Dave Ramsey) Financial Peace University (Dave Ramsey) Financial Peace University (Dave Ramsey) gathers for the pur-pose of financial freedom and peace. The group meets for 13 consecutive Wednesdays at 6 pm to watch a DVD presentation and to support one another through small group interaction. Contact Karen Medford at 404-874-8664 or [email protected]. Men’s Coffee at Lutheran Towers Men’s Coffee at Lutheran Towers Men’s Coffee at Lutheran Towers Men’s Coffee at Lutheran Towers gathers for the purpose of Christian fellowship among men at the Towers and Redeemer. The group meets on the first Monday of the month at 10 am at Lutheran Towers in the Blue Room (3rd Floor). Contact Mike Thornton at 770-923-0712 or [email protected]. Redeemer Dining Out Redeemer Dining Out Redeemer Dining Out Redeemer Dining Out gathers for the purpose of Christian fel-lowship and community. This group meets approximately 6 times through out the year at restaurants and in homes. Con-tact Barb Kimmich at [email protected] or 770-590-0952. Sandy Spring Discipleship Group Sandy Spring Discipleship Group Sandy Spring Discipleship Group Sandy Spring Discipleship Group gathers monthly for the pur-pose of spiritual growth through reading Scripture, life applica-tion, and relationships based on faith in Christ. Contact Jack Liptak at 678-904-6203 or [email protected].


Being Groups

Building relationships & getting to know people with common interests Middle School Student Ministry (Grades 6Middle School Student Ministry (Grades 6Middle School Student Ministry (Grades 6Middle School Student Ministry (Grades 6----8) 8) 8) 8) gathers for the purpose of growing in Christian discipleship through peer rela-tionships, small group discussion, and service. This group meets weekly at various times and locations. Contact Rozella Posten, at 404-874-8664 or [email protected] Senior High Student Ministry (Grades 9Senior High Student Ministry (Grades 9Senior High Student Ministry (Grades 9Senior High Student Ministry (Grades 9----12) 12) 12) 12) gathers for the pur-pose of growing in Christian discipleship through peer relation-ships, small group discussion, and service. This group meets weekly at various times and locations. Contact Rozella Poston, at 404-874-8664 or [email protected] The Monday Midtown Group The Monday Midtown Group The Monday Midtown Group The Monday Midtown Group gathers for the purpose of studying Scripture & life application. This group meets in homes every Monday evening. Contact Dave Smith at [email protected] or 404-486-0405.

Learning Groups Learning through Bible Study as the primary agenda Young Adult Women Bible Study Young Adult Women Bible Study Young Adult Women Bible Study Young Adult Women Bible Study –––– Intown Intown Intown Intown gathers for the pur-pose of Bible study, encouragement, and prayer. This group meets on the second and fourth Mondays at 6:30 pm in homes. Contact Laura Keel at 770-402-5027 or [email protected]. Early Bird Bible Study Early Bird Bible Study Early Bird Bible Study Early Bird Bible Study gathers on Wednesdays at 4:30 pm at Redeemer to study Scripture and consider life application. Con-tact David Ott at [email protected] or 404-874-8664.

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Focusing on projects or ministry tasks Faithful Hands Faithful Hands Faithful Hands Faithful Hands gather for the purpose of knitting and creating prayer shawls to share with those in need. This group meets on the Second Wednesday of the month at 6 pm at Redeemer. Contact Renate Seybold at 404-287-2337 or [email protected]. Lutheran Community Food Ministry Lutheran Community Food Ministry Lutheran Community Food Ministry Lutheran Community Food Ministry gather for the purpose of serving a meal to the homeless population in Midtown. Volun-teers serve once a month on one of the twenty service teams – service runs from 9:30 am – noon. Contact Jeffrey Barger at [email protected] or 678-755-2471. Nicaragua Mission Team Nicaragua Mission Team Nicaragua Mission Team Nicaragua Mission Team gathers for the purpose of growing Redeemer’s ministry partnership with our brothers and sisters in Christ in Nicaragua in Central America. This group gathers approximately 4-6 times per year for Bible study, prayer, and service projects. Individuals are also invited to travel to Nicara-gua to serve on a ministry team. Contact Ali Swanson at [email protected] or 770-736-0462. Ethiopia Mission Team Ethiopia Mission Team Ethiopia Mission Team Ethiopia Mission Team gathers for the purpose of growing Re-deemer’s ministry partnership with our brothers and sisters in Christ in Ethiopia in East Africa. This partnership operates in conjunction with ELCA-Southeastern Synod Companion Synod. This group gathers 4-6 times per year for prayer, Bible study and service projects. Individuals are also invited to travel to Ethiopia to serve on a ministry team. Contact Charlie Hairston at [email protected] or 678-354-6048. Library / Media Center Board Library / Media Center Board Library / Media Center Board Library / Media Center Board gathers to support the ministry of the library and the learning ministry resources. This group meets monthly to inventory and update the books, magazines, and other resources in the library. Contact David Ott at [email protected] or 404-874-8664.



Learning through Bible Study as the primary agenda Sixth Grade Confirmation Sixth Grade Confirmation Sixth Grade Confirmation Sixth Grade Confirmation gathers for the purpose of learning through studying the major Biblical stories with a particular Lu-theran perspective. This group meets every Sunday at 9:30 am at Redeemer. Contact Rozella Poston, at 404-874-8664 or [email protected] Seventh Grade Confirmation Seventh Grade Confirmation Seventh Grade Confirmation Seventh Grade Confirmation gathers for the purpose of learn-ing through studying the major Biblical stories with a particular Lutheran perspective. This group meets every Sunday at 9:30 am at Redeemer. Contact Rozella Poston, at 404-874-8664 or [email protected] Eighth Grade Confirmation Eighth Grade Confirmation Eighth Grade Confirmation Eighth Grade Confirmation gathers for the purpose of learning through studying Martin Luther’s Catechism. This group meets every Sunday at 9:30 am at Redeemer. Contact Rozella Poston, at 404-874-8664 or [email protected] Senior High Sunday School Senior High Sunday School Senior High Sunday School Senior High Sunday School Join us for a time of exploring how faith and life intersect. We deal with real issues and discover how God calls, equips and walks alongside each of us as we seek to serve and live in relationship with others. This group meets every Sunday at 9:30 am at Redeemer. Contact Rozella Poston, at 404-874-8664 or [email protected]

Learning Groups

Task-Oriented Groups Focusing on projects or ministry tasks Hands Across the Bridge Hands Across the Bridge Hands Across the Bridge Hands Across the Bridge gather to promote the ministry part-nership between Redeemer and Lutheran Towers. This group meets approximately five times per year to provide a meal (lunch) and conversation with Towers residents. Contact Ellie Feibish at [email protected] or 404-294-6527.

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Learning through Bible Study as the primary agenda Men’s Monday Breakfast Men’s Monday Breakfast Men’s Monday Breakfast Men’s Monday Breakfast gathers for the purpose of studying Scripture with the Senior Pastor. The group meets every Mon-day at 7:00 am at Redeemer. Contact Pastor Tim Smith at [email protected] or 404-874-8664. Women’s Morning Bible Study Women’s Morning Bible Study Women’s Morning Bible Study Women’s Morning Bible Study gathers for the purpose of study-ing Scripture and applying it to daily life. This group meets in homes from 10 am to noon every Monday to study God’s Word. Contact Jerry Christman at [email protected] or 770-381-6348.

Wednesday Night Bible Study Wednesday Night Bible Study Wednesday Night Bible Study Wednesday Night Bible Study gathers for the purpose of study-ing God’s Word and worshiping. This group meets every Wednesday at 6:15 pm at Redeemer. Contact Pastor Tim Smith at [email protected] or 404-874-8664. The Ark The Ark The Ark The Ark gathers for the purpose of studying Scripture and books by other theologians. This group meets every Sunday at 9:30 am at Redeemer. Contact Jannean Bello at [email protected] or 770-938-9851. Adult Sunday School Adult Sunday School Adult Sunday School Adult Sunday School gathers for the purpose of digging deeper into particular Bible passages and considering life application. This larger group meets every Sunday at 9:30 am at Redeemer. Contact David Ott at 404-874-8664 or [email protected] Uptown Bible Study Uptown Bible Study Uptown Bible Study Uptown Bible Study gathers for the purpose of applying scrip-ture to everyday life. The group meets Sunday afternoons (twice a month) in Tucker. Contact Tom Davis at [email protected] or 770-685-9456 or Sandra Williams at [email protected] or 770-934-1998. This group is currently full.


Learning Groups Learning through Bible Study as the primary agenda Two Year Old Sunday School Two Year Old Sunday School Two Year Old Sunday School Two Year Old Sunday School gathers for the purpose of learning Bible stories in a very interactive way. The focus of this group is to introduce children to Sunday School and embracing their very first Beginner’s Picture Bible. This group meets every Sun-day at 9:30 am at Redeemer. Three Year Old Sunday School Three Year Old Sunday School Three Year Old Sunday School Three Year Old Sunday School gathers for the purpose of learn-ing Bible stories in a very interactive way. The focus of this group is to grow in foundational worship experiences through practicing “The Worship ABCs”. This group meets every Sunday at 9:30 am at Redeemer. Four Year Old Sunday School Four Year Old Sunday School Four Year Old Sunday School Four Year Old Sunday School gathers for the purpose of learn-ing Bible stories in a very interactive way. The focus of this group is to build expand upon meaningful worship. This group meets every Sunday at 9:30 am at Redeemer. Kindergarten Sunday School Kindergarten Sunday School Kindergarten Sunday School Kindergarten Sunday School gathers for the purpose of learn-ing using the “Hands On Bible” materials. The group celebrates “the blessing of the backpacks” and their entry into more for-mal learning. This group meets every Sunday at 9:30 am at Redeemer. First Grade Sunday School First Grade Sunday School First Grade Sunday School First Grade Sunday School gathers for the purpose of learning using the “Hands On Bible” materials. The group learns about the “Lord’s Prayer” and leads the congregation in worship. This group meets every Sunday at 9:30 am at Redeemer. Second Grade Sunday School Second Grade Sunday School Second Grade Sunday School Second Grade Sunday School gathers for the purpose of learn-ing using the “Hands On Bible” materials. The group learns about the “Apostle’s Creed” and leaders the congregation in worship. This group meets every Sunday at 9:30 am at Re-deemer.

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Learning Groups Learning through Bible Study as the primary agenda Third Grade Sunday School Third Grade Sunday School Third Grade Sunday School Third Grade Sunday School gathers for the purpose of learning using the “Living the Story” Bible Study materials. The group is trained to read the Bible as they are given their first big person Bible. This group meets every Sunday at 9:30 am at Redeemer. Fourth Grade Sunday School Fourth Grade Sunday School Fourth Grade Sunday School Fourth Grade Sunday School gathers for the purpose of learn-ing using the “Living the Story” Bible Study materials. The group participates in a Seder Meal and receives their “First Commun-ion”. This group meets every Sunday at 9:30 am at Redeemer. Fifth Grade Sunday School Fifth Grade Sunday School Fifth Grade Sunday School Fifth Grade Sunday School gathers for the purpose of learning using the “Living the Story” Bible Study materials. The group considers what is means to “welcome the stranger” and train as ushers and greeters. This group meets every Sunday at 9:30 am at Redeemer. **Contact Melody Simpkins at [email protected] or 404-874-8664 for children 2 years old through 5th Grade

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Small Group Brochure 2011