Information About Groups:
SUNDAY
Parenting God’s Way
If you are interested in discovering the rich treasure of practical instruction our Creator gave us, join our small group. Parents or Grandparents of young or older children, God is inviting you to learn directly from Him. Sundays, 5-6 pm, from Sept. 13 to Nov. 22 with Aron & Lydia Balorda in the Committee Room at Village Church.
Homes of Hope and Health
Learn to improve your health and avoid lifestyle diseases. Sundays, 5 p.m. with Harry & Ingrid Rogers at their place at 11049 Bridlewood Trail, B.S. Potluck supper every week. Call Ingrid at 269-313-2632 to find out when they will start.
Painting for ages 14 and up
Try your hand at painting with watercolors, acrylics, and oils. Learn different techniques with paints. $20 per person. Materials will be supplied. Sundays, 6-8 pm, beginning Sept. 13 with Samantha Spare in the Youth room at the Village Church.
MONDAY
E.G. White’s “Help in Daily Living”
Reading and discussion group with free book supplied by the leader. Mondays, 7-8:30 pm, beginning Sept. 14 with Carol Mitchell at her place at 9094 N. Main Street, Spring Arbor Apartments, apt. #42, B.S. Maximum 8 people.
TUESDAY
“God With Us” by John Peckham
Reading and discussion group. Tuesdays, 9-10:15 a.m. with Lidvar Andvik. Book cost and place of meeting to be determined.
Good Grandparenting
Give your grandchildren a grand view of God. Tuesdays, 6:30-8 pm, beginning Sept. 22 with Ed & Linda Lockwitz in the Committee Room at Village Church. $12 for the book.
Knitting and Crocheting
Learn to make things for yourself and for others at this “Dorcas Society.” Tuesdays, 6:30-8 pm with Kay Kasper & Maria Turon in the Fellowship Room at Village Church. Bring a crochet hook or knitting needles and yarn.
GriefShare
Come find comfort and relief from your grief. Tuesdays, 6:30-8 pm, from Sept. 22 to Dec. 15 with the Gammons and Pellandinis in the Fireside Room at Village Church.
Do Adventists Really Teach Righteousness by Faith?
Survey of Romans 1-8 considering questions such as “Why are Adventists my age leaving the church saying the church teaches legalism? What does the Gospel include? If we can’t be saved by works of the law, can we be lost due to a lack of works of the law?” Tuesdays, 7-8 pm, from Sept. 15 to Nov. 3 with Clyde Morgan at his home at 11466 Red Bud Trail, B.S. Maximum 10 people under the age of 50.
WEDNESDAY
Mother’s Group
We will be studying the book of Romans. Mothers with children of all ages are welcome to attend. Wednesdays, 10 a.m., beginning Sept. 9 with Erin Saraun in the Youth Room at the Village Church.
THURSDAY
Women’s Group, Journey of Joy
Discover the difference between joy and happiness, and how you can experience joy even during life’s darkest moments. Examine the connection between a woman’s emotions and her spirituality. Experience laughter and tears together in this DVD/workbook class. Thursdays, 6:30-8 pm, beginning Sept. 10 with Nilsa Ruban in the Fireside Room at the Village Church. Workbook recommended but not required.
Men’s Group, Living a Life of Integrity with Purpose
It’s never too late! Thursdays, 6:30-8 pm, Sept. 10 through November 19, with Bob Baker & Jim Hippler in the Youth Room at the Village Church.
FRIDAY
The Law of Life
Discover the connection between emotional and spiritual health to illness & disease. Learn biblical principles of how to manage emotional and spiritual issues as the way to enjoy abundant living spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Fridays, 6-8 pm, beginning Sept. 18, with Chris & Erin White in their home at 11072 Berry Street, B.S. Maximum 10 people.
Patriarchs and Prophets
Chapter 66 and onward. Read and discuss these chapters together. Fridays, 6:30-8 pm, beginning Sept. 11 with Bill Foltz in his home at 1728 Pucker Street Drive, Niles.
Let’s Talk about God
Online discussion group for vespers. Fridays, 7 pm, beginning Sept. 11 with Charles & Kayona Pates.