2023 Fall Bible Classes

Everyone is welcome at any Bible class at any time, even if you have not been attending since the beginning.

Sundays

Adult Bible Class  Begins September 17

9:00 a.m. at Living Hope & Bloomington Lutheran Church

Title: Helping the Hurting with Hope

This module is a Bible class to help participants appreciate the role of compassion in a Christian’s personal and congregational life. It provides gospel motivation for participants to go beyond their comfort zones and act in compassionate ways through the Spirit’s power. Where the Bible class succeeds in cultivating compassion, congregations will be better spiritual refuges for people with broken lives and welcome people looking for a church family where they can walk a new path after release from prison, or in recovery from addiction, or starting a new life after a public fall into sin. Helping the Hurting with Hope comprises an introductory lesson with a video and four additional lessons. The participant’s lessons, leader’s guide and video are downloadable.

Jr. High Empower Bible Study (Grades 6-8)  Begins September 17

9:00 a.m. at Living Hope Lutheran Church

We are excited to offer middle-school-age students an opportunity for Biblical teaching and discussion during the Education hour on Sunday mornings. Each week we will examine different topics and sections of the Bible and apply them to our lives as young Christians. Sometimes, we do other activities and projects during the time to keep our Sunday mornings filled with adventure and variety.

Sr. High Horizon (Grades 9-12)   6:30 p.m. at Living Hope   Begins September 17

On Sunday Nights, we look forward to gathering together with other Christian teens. It is a great time to connect through snacks and games, and to discuss issues that are looming large in our lives. We do our best to blend in solid Biblical study with real-life applications on the topics in front of us each week.

Parenting Teens Book Study 6:30 p.m. at Living Hope Begins September 17

Parenting teenagers can be challenging! This fall we are gathering for a book study to help parents prepare and find support as they lead their young adults. The group will discuss the book, “Your Teenager is Not Crazy,” by Drs. Jeramy and Jerusha Clark. This book offers a good balance of looking at adolescent development scientifically and Biblically.  The group will meet on Sunday Nights at Living Hope during the Horizon High School Bible study this fall. 6:30 – 8:00 PM. Sept 17, 24, Oct 1, 15, Nov 5, 12, 19, Dec 3, 10,

Tuesdays

Men’s Bible Class   6:30 a.m. at Bloomington Lutheran School   Begins September 12

Unlike Paul’s epistles who were written to specific individuals or audiences, the general epistles were written to the Christian church. The general epistles contain three themes: faith, hope, and love. These epistles are meant to inspire each of us in our daily Christian walks. We will begin our study the second Tuesday of September, the 12th, at Bloomington Lutheran School. We begin at 6:30am and most Tuesdays is followed by pickleball at 7:30am. Please email Mark Edlund at medlund@thesfc.com if you would like to be added to the email list.

Deaf/Hard of Hearing Bible Study   6:00 p.m. at Living Hope Lutheran Church Begins September 12

Join us in person on Tuesday evenings at Living Hope Lutheran Church. ASL interpretation provided. Contact Pastor Krueger at pastorkrueger@hotmail.com for more information.

Adulting Bible Study   7:00 p.m. at Living Hope Lutheran Church   Begins September 5

This is a Bible study group for adults in their 20s and 30s who want to grow in their knowledge of God’s Word, and in their relationships with other Christians. This fall we will be walking through the book of Joshua. We gather on the first and third Tuesday of each month. We like to volunteer at Ruby’s Pantry on the second Monday and plan a social event for the fourth Tuesday. Bible study is at Living Hope from 7:00 – 8:30 PM. Please email joel.hansen@mybllh.org if you are interested, or call or text Joel at (715) 321-2631.

Bible Study: September 5, 19, October, 3, 17, 24, Nov 21, 28, Dec 5

Social Night: September 26, Nov 7, Dec 19

Families with Young Children Bible Study 7:00 p.m. at alternating homes in Bloomington Begins September 12

Joining Jesus as a family is simpler than you think and a lot more fun! Christian parents want to raise their children to be life-long followers of Jesus. But many parents watch their children grow up, leave home, and then walk away from the faith. What went wrong? And how can a new generation of parents avoid the same result? We will use the book Joining Jesus as a Family: How to Raise Children to be Followers of Jesus by Greg and Susan Finke to identify what Jesus shows us in the gospels to help parents become more intentional and practical in raising Jesus-followers.

·         What does it mean to “disciple” my own child?

·         What are my parenting goals? Where do I want my child to end up?

·         To lead my child there, how then shall I live?

·         What is Jesus’ discipleship process?

·         How can I weave Jesus’ discipleship process into the rhythm of my family’s everyday life?

 This small group study is ideal for families with young children. It will meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at rotating homes around Bloomington and its surrounding suburbs. Childcare will be provided. For more information or to join, please contact Jill Wolf at jill.wolf@mybllh.org. (September 12th, October 10th, November 14th, December 12th)

Wednesdays

Adult Bible Class  10:30 a.m. at Bloomington Lutheran Church   Begins September 13

Luke...An Eyewitness Bible Series

We are going to study the chapters in the Gospel of Luke in a unique way...by hearing directly from someone involved in the chapters that we are focusing on.  The Eyewitness Bible Series, Luke, consists of twenty 12-18 minute videos and related study guides. The videos are narrative accounts by Bible personalities of portions of Luke, such as Mary discussing the births of John the Baptist and Jesus as described in Luke 1 and 2. Together, the videos and study guides provide an in-depth view of the book of Luke.  Join us starting September 13th for this fascinating study of the Gospel of Luke!

Women of Hope Bible Study  In the Living Room at Living Hope 

Morning Session - 9:15-11:00 a.m. (every Wednesday beginning Sept 13 – Dec. 13)

We will be studying “Trustworthy: A study of 1 & 2 Kings” by Lysa Terkeurst. Here is a brief summary (from Lifeway site)… “When hard times come and it seems God is deviating from the plan we assume our life should follow, we’re much more likely to want to tame God, not trust Him. It’s then that we begin to press into our ways and our own timing. No human can carry the weight of being their own god, but so many of us try. In this 6-session (two weeks per session) study of 1 & 2 Kings, you can join Lysa TerKeurst in Israel as she honestly reveals the places of distrust in her own heart while exploring the deeply personal applicable Scriptures that will teach us how to truly trust God.” Participants will need a study guide which can be purchased online ahead of class. Please reach out to Tracy B. for any questions at tabirkholz@gmail.com. 

Women’s Bible Study  In the Living Room at Living Hope Evening Session - 7:00-8:30 (September 13, 27, October 11, 25, November 1, 15, 29, December 13)

We will be studying the book “Navigating Gospel Truth” by Rebecca McLaughlin. Please purchase the book ahead if time, it will also give access to all of the videos, which will be convenient. In this 8-session study, explore the literary terrain of the Gospels. You’ll learn to identify and understand the different kinds of writing in these ancient texts, including narrative, poetry, parable, and more. Through this journey, your confidence in the truth of Scripture will be renewed and you’ll gain a more captivating view of the Savior. And along the way you’ll acquire skills that will help you become a better student of all of Scripture. For questions email Nicole Dub at  nicole.dub@mybllh.org. 

Thursdays

Grief Support Group 6:30 p.m. at Living Hope Lutheran Church   Begins September 14

GriefShare is a Christ centered, 13-week support program for those that have experienced a significant personal loss of a spouse, child, parent, grandparent, sibling, aunt/uncle, close friend, and a loss due to a suicide or accidental death. This program will consist of a video, group discussion, and personal workbook. This program will support those grieving the days, months, or even years after the loss has

happened. Those that are grieving are supported by those that have a deep understanding of the impact caused by the death of a loved one. The loss be recent, or a while ago, wherever they find themselves in their grief journey. You can register by going to bllh.org and click on GriefShare and follow the instructions. Or you can contact Kathy Paulsen at kpaulsen48@gamail.com.

Adult Bible Study   7:00 p.m. at the home of Eric and Jill Wolf    Begins September 14

The Lion’s Den. A Fiery Furnace. Writing on the Wall. All of these stories are found in the book of Daniel. But, the book of Daniel is jampacked with so much more than those stories! We’ll learn about God’s faithfulness to his exiled people. We’ll see how Daniel handles living in a nation not devoted to God and his Word. We’ll even catch a glimpse at how God is in control of all history for the benefit of his people.  Join us as we uncover the rich tapestry of God’s providence in the life of Daniel and its significance for our lives today. We’ll meet on the Thursdays listed below at Eric and Jill Wolf’s home from 7:00-8:00, with fellowship time following. Contact eric.wolf@mybllh.org or Jill Wolf jill.wolf@mybllh.org  for more information and to sign up.

Sept. 14th, 28th, Oct. 12th, 26th, Nov. 9th, 16th, 30th, Dec. 14th.  This will be a home group, so space is limited.

Evangelism  Bible  Class “Let’s Go!” 6:30 p.m. at Living Hope Lutheran Church Begins September 21

Pastor Eric Roecker, the Director of our Commission on Evangelism wrote this: They are long-time friends of my parents and life-long members of WELS. Kinder and more Christ- centered folks you will be hard-pressed to find. Both in their late sixties, they have been active in worship, Bible study, and service in their congregation for decades. At a family and friends get-together four years ago, I told them I had recently accepted the call to serve as the director for the Commission on Evangelism. They were curious what that meant. I explained that my Commission and I would be working to help WELS congregations and members reach the lost. Their reactions were identical. Each said that they would love to share their faith with other people. But they didn’t know how to do it. It struck me like a bolt of lightning. Here were life-long, faithful members of our church body who honestly felt that they had no idea how to personally witness. How could this be? Yet it was. And it is. Over the past four years I have had the opportunity to listen to hundreds of WELS members share their thoughts about spreading the gospel, and it is clear that my folks’ friends are not alone.  Our people are passionate about the spread of the gospel. They want lost souls saved. But they feel inadequate to the task. Let’s Go provides video-based personal witness training. It teaches a simple, three-part approach that any Christian can put into practice. 1) Love the unchurched people God has brought into your life. 2) Listen carefully to their thoughts, beliefs, concerns, etc. 3) Lead them to the gospel. We will meet on Monday nights at 6:30pm at Living Hope Lutheran Church starting on September 21st. We hope that everyone will join us as we learn practical ways to share the Savior with people around us. (September 21, 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 2)

Online Bible Studies Available Anytime

Looking to add a quick devotion as part of your daily routine? Bloomington Living Hope members have FREE access through RightNow Media to a huge online library of over 10,000 video Bible studies, leadership videos, and kids’ shows. It is like the Netflix of Bible study videos! This free access to thousands of video resources can help you with parenting, marriage, discipleship, and more. Once you sign up, download the free app for your iPhone or Android and use it anywhere, anytime! Sign up at https://www.rightnowmedia.org/Account/Invite/bllh.

There are many Bible Studies available via Rightnow Media, see our Online Bible Studies page for more details.