Adult

“What Happens Next” | Povolny & Enochs

Apple Valley

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When:

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

Where:

Povolony Home
7735 139th Courth
Apple Valley, MN

Demographic:

Adult

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In Person

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Leader

Mark Enochs

This co-ed group will be studying the book "What Happens Next" by Max Lucado. "What Happens Next" is an optimistic, accessible, and nonsensational guide to what the Bible says about heaven's time line that will empower you to face the future with faith. Max takes you on a well-researched overview of what God's Word says, exploring the following four big ideas that provide a solid foundation for understanding God's eternal plan. Our group will meet on Wednesday evenings, starting September 18.

Welcome Home

Welcome Home | Crosstown | September

Crosstown

Sunday at 11:00 AM

Welcome Home is your first step at River Valley Church. You were created for a purpose, and we want to help you discover that purpose! You will build community, understand how God made you, and dive deeper into your walk with Jesus. We can’t wait to meet you! This is a 3-week small group. Once Welcome Home is complete, we encourage you to find another small group where you can continue growing in your faith as you build friendships. Join us on Sunday, September 15th, at 11 am!

Leader

Neal Hildebrandt

Men

The Promise Principle | Aaron Topp

Eagan

Tuesday at 6:30 AM

You are welcome here! This is a "join at any time" men's group. If you are looking for a deeper connection with God, this group is for you. God desires that we overcome being ruled by our thoughts and feelings, which are highly influenced by our circumstances — family, work, health, or temptation. 2 Peter 1:3–4 tells us that we can actually do this! It comes from learning to respond to God's promises in His Word and through prayer. This is the purpose of The Promise Principle Men's Small Groups. Whether you’re still exploring faith in Christ, or you have been a Christian for many years, you’ll experience what we believe Jesus meant when He called His disciples to change the world by discovering and responding to His promises, truths, and commands. Read more about The Promise Principle and see our weekly reading plan here:

Leader

Aaron Topp

Women

Women Growing In Faith

Shakopee

Thursday at 10:00 AM

As a church family, we will be diving deeper into our vision for this year through a unified 4-week small group series--join the momentum to ASK, SEEK, and PRAY together! Each week, we will discuss and build upon the topic from the previous Sunday's message, guided by key Scriptures and questions provided in a booklet. A group for women who want to go deeper into scripture to both deepen their relationship with God and to grow in their faith. Our aim is to allow the word of God to transform our minds and our hearts in fellowship with a community of believers looking for the same.

Leader

Lisa Ford

Adult

Financial Peace University – virtual group | Chris & Kristine Hondl

Apple Valley

Tuesday at 8:00 PM • Virtual

Dave Ramsey's course on money — Change your life with Financial Peace University! Say bye to debt with a proven plan. Make your money work for you! Learn how to budget, payoff debt, invest, and handle money as the Bible instructs us to. Build a legacy. Plan for your future. Communicate in marriage. Dump debt. Win with money! Led by Chris and Kristie Hondl who first took FPU 10+ years ago and are now currently on Baby Step 6!!! The progress we made from 10+ years ago to get out of student loans, mortgage and family expenses inspires us to give back and help others.

Leader

Chris Hondl

AdultWomen

Revelation | Patti Schlesser & Donita Povolny

Apple Valley

Friday at 9:30 AM

Perhaps no other book of the Bible feels as inaccessible and as intimidating to us as the very last one. The book of Revelation overflows with images and ideas that confound our modern ears. But because all Scripture is God breathed and profitable, we must believe that Revelation is as accessible and helpful as any other book of the Bible! 2000 years ago, John’s revelation was circulated and read aloud among 7 churches in Asia minor. Those who heard the letter understood it and drew encouragement from its message. The same can be true for us today! Join us for this 10 session video Bible study with our teacher Jen Wilkin. Together we will discover how the last book of the Bible speaks both a steadying word of assurance and a strong call to endure to the church in every age.

Leader

Patti Schlesser

Core Group

Alpha | Apple Valley | Fall 2024

Apple Valley

Tuesday at 6:30 PM

Alpha is an intentional place where we can have honest and open conversations about life’s biggest questions. Whether you’ve been a Christian for a long time, you’re new to faith, or exploring Christianity, Alpha is a safe place where you can ask questions and get answers. Each week we will share a meal together as we discuss our topic for the night. Everyone is welcome and no questions are off limits. This group meets weekly on Tuesdays from September 10th to November 19th. Note: not meeting on September 24, due to Sparkle week. Childcare for 0-5yr old children. Christmas Musical for Elementary aged students.

Leader

Davey Collins

Adult

Divorce Care | Chaska | Kevin + Katie

Chaska

Tuesday at 6:30 PM

DivorceCare is a biblically based, Christ-centered support group seminar. Each session shows a 30-minute video followed by a small group discussion about the video. The DivorceCare videos present experts, ministers, and Christian counselors discussing divorce-related issues such as depression, anger, forgiveness, and reconciliation. Real people share their stories of how they deal with the pain and heartbreak of divorce and separation. During the week between meetings, group members complete a daily Bible study and practical exercises to help them heal from their hurt and pain. DivorceCare is for people who are separated or divorced. Participants purchase a workbook $20.

Leader

Kevin Eichhorn

AdultMarriage

Art of Marriage | Chaska | Jim + Coral

Chaska

Join us for this 6 week video & discussion small group for engaged and married couples. Every marriage has its strengths and its stresses. There's not one that can't be improved, fine-tuned, made stronger-or even overhauled-if needed. In this six-session series made in partnership with FamilyLife, discover a transformative marriage resource designed to help you explore new levels of intimacy, communication, and connection with your spouse. Whether you're a newlywed or have been married for decades, this small group can be your path to a stronger, more beautiful masterpiece of God's handiwork. We will meet every other Tuesday at 6:30pm, September 10 & 24 October 8 & 22, November 5 & 19 and December 3rd

Leader

Jim Johnson

Young Adult

Gospel of Luke | Kiyun Lee

City

Sunday at 5:00 PM

The vision of this small group is to foster an in-depth study of the Gospel of Luke utilizing higher and lower criticisms. The heart of the group is to equip its members in biblical hermeneutics so that they can read the Scripture in proper context. The small group will touch on the synoptic tradition, the historical backdrop of the land of Israel in the first century, and the cultural and spiritual worldview of Second Temple Judaism. The group will read through the chapters of the gospel, selecting the most important section of each chapter. The group will also read the gospel text synoptically, involving similar pericopes from Matthew and Mark to enhance our understanding of the synoptic tradition. At the very heart of it, my hope is that we all become better students of the word and of Christ through this group.

Leader

Kiyun Lee

Adult

Lance + Jill Neubauer

Chaska

Tuesday at 6:00 PM

This group is designed to get into God's Word, grow in your relationship with Jesus and connect to others. We will read the Bible and read Living Fearless by Jamie Winship. We can't wait to get to know you!

Leader

Lance Neubauer

AdultCore Group

Alpha | Chaska | Fall 2024

Chaska

Tuesday at 6:00 PM

Alpha is an intentional place where we can have honest and open conversations about life’s biggest questions. Whether you’ve been a christian for a long time, you’re new to faith, or exploring christianity, Alpha is a safe place where you can ask questions and get answers. Each week we will share a meal together as we discuss our topic for the night. Everyone is welcome and no questions are off limits.

Leader

Jessica Lewis

Young AdultAdultCore Group

Freedom | Chaska | Fall 2024

Chaska

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

Freedom is designed to equip you to live the victorious and abundant life Christ came to give you. Freedom builds on the foundation of your faith in Christ to help you embrace the truth of God’s Word as it relates to your worldview, your past, your sin, your personal value to God and your purpose in His Kingdom. This group will help you remove every obstacle to having a close relationship with God and walk in true freedom. We will plan to attend the Freedom Encounter together November 8-9th 2024 at Shakopee Campus.

Leader

Jim Eastling

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