Hungry to learn more in your faith?

 Adult Sunday School Classes offer some great options.  Here is one of the classes offered this fall. Check back again as information about the other classes is added. Classes will be held during the 9:15 service from September 14 to December 7. New classes will begin January 4; please check back for information about the new classes in a couple weeks.

Parenting Your Teenager by Dr. Les & Dr. Leslie Parrott

Identity questions. Emotional turmoil. Rebellion. Welcome to the teenager’s world. And if you’re their parent, you’re already in that mix. It’s a tough job, you know, and you’ve got to do it. Nowadays, you have to play counselor, cop, and crisis manager all rolled into one. Good parenting means using your head, your heart, and your faith. "Parenting Your Teenager" equips moms and dads to recognize common patterns, plan effective strategies, and build character. This class is meeting at the Turning Point.

Galatians by John MacArthur

An urgent letter to the early churches in Asia Minor, Galatians expresses Paul's concern for the spiritual welfare of the early believers. The central doctrine of Christianity was being undermined and confusion was growing as false teachers began to teach that faith in Christ was not enough for salvation. In an earnest a book that would encourage hundreds of generations of Christians to remain steadfast in their faith. While contrasting grace and law, faith and works, Paul defends the theological and practical implications of Christianity and encourages believers - then and now - to live a holy life that bears much fruit. The Galatians class is meeting in the basement of the church.

Wish you had deeper friendships with other believers?

Small Groups are the perfect place to go beyond small talk and form stronger relationships with other Christians.

GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences - grief.  You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone.  Join us on Thursday nights from 7 - 8:30 pm at the Turning Point for expert video teaching and spending time as a support group, discussing the video teaching and what is going on in our lives.  For more information please contact the church office at 398-2734 or visit http://www.griefshare.org/about/.

The Berlin Small Group meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month from 6:30-8 p.m.   We are meeting with the intention of forming the launch team for an eventual Berlin satellite church plant in mid-2009.  We are discussing parts of Ed Stetzer's Planting Missional Churches, and if you are interested in being part of the church plant, we invite you to join us!  We usually meet at the Berlin library (121 West Park Avenue), but please email Mark Finger at mfinger@charter.net to make sure you are updated with when and where we're meeting. 

Men's Thursday Morning Bible Study  Join us Thursday mornings at 6:00 a.m. at the Ripon Medical Center cafeteria. We are going through "Men Leading the Charge by Steve Farrar. It calls men to accept responsibility for leading their families. This resource gives men a game plan that will help them counter Satan's attacks on them and their families. This study challenges men to become spiritual leaders in their homes, churches and communities.  Contact Doug Mathison 294-0506 for more information.

"The Seekers" Tuesday night small group We are kicking off the fall with a barbecue on September 2nd at 6 p.m. at church. Normally, we meet at 7 p.m. in the Church basement beginning on September 9. The guys are studying 1 Corinthians and the gals will be doing a study on the names of God by Kay Arthur. Afterwards we have a snack together, or occasionally we have socials for the whole night! We have a great time together! Child care is available. For more info, contact Ryan and Jody Jingst (229-4980) or Tim and Melissa Whitehead (203-0472).

Monday Morning Bible Study For those not involved in a bible study already: Markesan bimonthly Bible Study beginning October 20 10:00-11:30 a.m. with Carol Dibble and Carmen Zacharias hosting. We will be doing a Bible study by John R. Stott on " The Sermon on the Mount". What does it mean to seek first the kingdom of God in life? According to Stott, Jesus' Sermon on the Mount describes what human life and human community look like when they come under the gracious rule of God—different! Matthew 6:8 reads: "Do not be like them" (the people around them). Study more about the greatest sermon ever preached. The cost is $6.00 for the study book. Feel free to contact Carol (398-2781) or Carmen (398-8028) if you have any interest.

DivorceCare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. Don’t go through separation or divorce alone. DivorceCare groups meet weekly to help you face these challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. Each session has two distinct elements: a 30–40 minute engaging video seminar featuring top experts on divorce and recovery subjects, and a group sharing and discussion time.  Our first session runs from Sept. 16 - Dec. 16 on Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30 PM at the Turning Point.  For more information on how DivorceCare could help you, visit www.divorcecare.com or call Valerie at 920 361-9872 or Dennis at 920 229-3572. 

The Thursday afternoon Women’s Bible Study  will be starting a new study, "When God’s People Pray" by Jim Cymbala October 16th. What do you think Christians and the churches they attend miss out on when calling on God in prayer is not an essential part of their worship? Please join us as together we look at God’s Word and what He has to say about PRAYER. Contact Molly Stegeman for information 398-3511.

The Small group at the Stones' is studying Matthew.  Bill Stone leads it and it is at the Stones' house (N5303 Prospect Road, Green Lake).  We love new people!!  And, of course, the old ones too.  We meet from 7-9 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month starting September 16.  Call the Stones at 920-294-0655 for more info.

Couple's Bible Study Join us as we study Proverbs: Wisdom that Works on Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. We will be starting October 1st and meeting at Al & Pat Brink's home 311 E. Jackson St., Ripon. The world keeps changing, yet certain life issues remain the same--our need for work and discipline, for perspective in good and bad times, the ability to think through our words and actions, and the practice of moral character with integrity, wisdom, and kindness. The sayings collected in the book of Proverbs gave practical handles to these matters thousands of years ago, and their wisdom is as refreshing and helpful today as ever. Please contact Al & Pat Brink for more information 920-748-2068

Play Group for Parents & Kids (ages 0-5) - Looking for a time to get out of the house, hang out with others, and give your kids some social interaction?  Join us on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month from 9:30-11 AM at the Turning Point.  Call Jody Jingst at 920-295-4980 for more information.

The Men's Bible Study is taking a break this summer. They will resume meeting on September 20 at church on Saturday Mornings at 8 a.m., and all guys are welcome. We meet to read and discuss "Truth Wars" by John MacArthur. Right now, Truth is under attack, and much is at stake. In a postmodern culture, Christians are caught in the crossfire of alternative Christian histories, emerging faulty texts, and a cultural push to eliminate absolute Truth altogether. As a result, many churches and Christians have been deceived. Worse still, they propagate the deception that poses itself as Truth! In The Truth War, John MacArthur reclaims the unwavering certainty of God's Truth and anchors Christians in the eternal, immovable promises found in His Word. For more information, contact Doug Stegeman at 398-3511.

Princeton Area Small Group People living around Princeton are invited to gather at Chuck & Geri Hall’s in their home at W5370 Bend Road (Approximately 3 miles south of Princeton) for a time of fellowship and supporting one another in spiritual growth. We will be discussing and studying Sunday’s sermons in greater detail and their application to our lives. The group will once again meet the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays from 7:00-8:30 p.m. Please call the Chuck or Geri at 920-295-0150 with any questions or for additional information.

The Sunday Night Small Group meets at church on the first and third Sunday of each month at 7:00 p.m. beginning September 21st. Please consider joining us this fall as we look at the book of Psalms by going through “Heart to Heart with God” by Walter C Kaiser Jr. The Psalms are the Bible’s book of music-without-notes whose “lyrics” portray the greatness of God. Ranging the spectrum of human experience and emotion, the Psalms acclaim God’s majesty and righteousness and reveal his everlasting love for his people. Your heart will feel the psalmists’ passion— and your prayer and worship life will deepen as Israel’s sacred songbook brings you “Heart to Heart with God.”. For more info contact Doug and Molly Stegeman at 920-398-3511 or  stegeman7@centurytel.net.

Women's Tuesday Bible Study Many of us yearn for balance in our lives. As Christians we aren't just balancing our household schedules with work, diet, rest, and exercise, we must also consider the spiritual balance of our lives. How are we handling the balance between faith and sight, between love and obedience, between longing and contentment? Only God can guide us toward the balance we desire, and it starts with our hearts. "Living a Life of Balance," a Women of Faith study, will help us get there. Join us starting September 30th at 1 p.m. We'll be meeting at Sharon Beacom's house 609 Radio Road, Ripon. The study guide costs $10. For more information, please contact Glenda Bartz 920-748-2566 or Sharon Beacom 920-748-3952.