Adult Essentials
Prayer Ministry
At times, you may need more prayer support; therefore we have a group of people willing and able to pray for your urgent needs. We have blue prayer request cards beneath the pews in the Sanctuary. You can also submit prayer requests by calling Diane Young at 993-3870 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
If a need arises during other hours, please call 276-1700 and select option 5 for “pastoral care” and leave a message. A pastor will get back to you as soon as possible.
Small Groups
Small groups are being formed. For more information, contact Pastor Robarge.
Baptism
If you are interested in being baptized or having your children baptized, click here.
New to the Lutheran Faith? Discovery 101
Next session to be announced!
You will learn the basics of our beliefs and be encouraged to develop your faith in God. Childcare is provided. If you would like to use the childcare services we offer, please indicate this when you register.
Want to become a member? Discovery 201
Sunday, June 10 from 3-6:30 p.m.
If you are transferring from another Lutheran church or have taken the Discovery 101 class, please join us for an interactive event. You’ll meet the staff, get an overview of our ministry, meet and talk to each other and enjoy a delicious meal. Childcare is provided. If you would like to use the childcare services we offer, please indicate this when you register.
Bible Studies and Classes
Pre-Marriage Class
To be announced
Couples wishing to be married at Gloria Dei in the upcoming year must take a six-week pre-marriage class. For more information, please call 276-1700 during office hours M-F 8-4 p.m.
Want information about having your wedding at Gloria Dei? Click here
Care Night Session
Please call the office for the next session.
Our support groups are designed to help people who are facing difficult situations. If you are hurting, grieving or need extra support, join us for a comforting evening on Thursdays support groups. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Phillips at 278-5544, ext. 204.
The evening will begin at 6 p.m. with a fellowship meal before heading to the following groups: GriefShare, Stepping Stones, DivorceCare, DivorceCare4Kids and Cancer Support.
- For any needs or concerns, please call 276-1700 during office hours M-F 8-4 p.m.
- For more information on Congregational Care support groups click here.
Financial Peace University
Next Class will begin Tuesday, May 29, 2012 to August 28, 2012. No class on July 3.
To register, click here.
Financial Peace University (FPU) is a 13-week life-changing program that empowers and teaches how to make the right money decisions to achieve your financial goals and God’s plan for your life. The course includes practical lessons on eliminating debt, building wealth, increasing your ability to give and much, much more. More than 650,000 families and individuals have attended Financial Peace University. On average, FPU graduates have paid off over $5,300 in debt and saved $2,700 during the 91-day program!
To find out more information, click here.
To watch a video, click here.
The class is $90, which can be paid in full the first night of the class.
Marriage Bible Study
Next Session to be announced!
Learn what motivates men and women in this 14-week study from the book "Love and Respect" by Dr. Eggeriches. Facilitators: Bill and Lesli Clark No registration needed, just show up.
Lifelight Bible Study
Sundays from 9:20-10:20 a.m. in rooms 131-133
An in-depth journey through the Bible using materials from the Lifelight series. No registration is necessary. Childcare is provided.
Adult Bible Study
Sundays from 9:10-10:10 and 10:15-11:15 a.m. in rooms 135-137
Set aside an hour to learn more of the details of the Bible by joining us for this video-based Bible study on various subjects. No registration is necessary. Childcare is provided.
Men’s study - 33 Series
Wednesdays, April 11-May 16 from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at OverTime, 4810 86th Street, Urbandale and Saturdays, April 14-May 19 at 7:30 a.m. at the church.
To watch a preview
The 33 series is based on a DVD series that concentrates on the qualities of Jesus, who lived for 33 years. The DVD presentations as well as discussion will help to encourage men to live like Jesus to their families, work and community. Suggested donation for the book is $15. Interested, contact Bill Clark .
Women’s Bible Connections a.m. or p.m.
Meets from
9:30-11:30 a.m. and 6:30-8 p.m.
“Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World” by Joanna Weaver
This 12-week study shows women how to blend intimacy with Jesus and service for him together. It’s an invitation from Jesus to every woman who feels she isn’t godly enough, good enough or struggles with the busyness of life. Jesus’ invitation that he extended to the two sisters of Bethany applies to every woman.
If interested, contact Lisa Scherer at Lisa Scherer.
Women’s Online Bible Study
Runs from April 29-July 21.
“Do You Know Who I Am?" by Angela Thomas
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This 12-week study will look at Angela Thomas’ heart questions to God. In each chapter, she asks a different question, such as: Do you know I am afraid? Do you know I am lonely?
Angela’s innate ability to connect with women on both an emotional and spiritual level reveals that the secret to being known and loved lies in an intimate understanding of who God is.
For more information,
go to Laura Rath’s blog.
Tuesday Afternoon Bible Study
Tuesdays, from 2:30-4 p.m. (Bible study from 3-4 p.m.)
Pastor Robarge will lead the discussion around Timothy Keller's "Reason for God," a book that examines the most frequently-asked questions Christians face.
No registration is necessary, just show up.
Tuesday Evening Women's Bible Study - Encourage Each Other (EEO)
Tuesdays, from 7-8 p.m. in the cry room (ongoing)
This small group alternates between a study of a book in the Bible and a study of the group's choice. Please join us; no registration is necessary. For information call Jackie Van Ahn at 225-1620.
Pastor’s Bible Study
Wednesdays from 10-11:30 a.m. in rooms 131-133
This fun, ongoing group meets to study various subjects. Feel free to join them at any time. Join us at anytime.
Men's Morning Bible Study
Thursdays at 6:30 a.m. in room 128
Don't let the early morning hour scare you away. There is lots of coffee and great discussion and study centering on the Gospel of John that will keep you awake throughout the morning. Join us anytime.
Men’s Evening Bible Study - "Quest for Authentic Manhood"
Wednesdays from 7:30-9 p.m.
Men are invited to join the "Quest for Authentic Manhood," a 24-session DVD study that will focus on man's core identities and basic manhood issues. No registration needed, just attend.
Gloria Dei Book Club
June 6 at 6:15 p.m. in the Cry Room
At our next meeting, we'll be discussing "Any Minute" by Joyce Meyer and Deborah Bedord.
Sarah Harper is driven to achieve success no matter what the cost. She wants to do good and not hurt the people she loves--especially children and her husband, Joe--but her desire to succeed in her career too often leaves little time for family.
One cold, autumn afternoon, all of that changes when Sarah's car plunges off a bridge and into a river. She is presumed dead by those on the "outside," but Sarah's spirit is still very much alive. What she discovers on the other side transforms everything about Sarah's view of life--past, present, and future.
When Sarah is revived, she is a changed woman. And the unsuspecting world around her will never be the same again.
If you have any questions or comments, or if you wish to suggest a book for future reading, please email Book Club leaders.
The Tool Shop will be informed of our selections, and may have copies available in the near future. No registration is necessary.
Social or Special Groups
XYZ Group
June 5, 2012
Join this Extra Years of Zest (XYZ) group as they converse and pray together on the first Tuesday of every month at the Machine Shed Restaurant.
LWML - Women on a Mission
Various times during the month
LWML has lots of meeting times throughout the week as different circles meet to study, pray, converse and adopt many service projects. For more information, Donna Maasen at 278-4259.
Gloria Dei Quilters
Saturday, June 16 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in rooms 130/132/134
Even if you don't sew much, we can help you get started with easy patterns and helpful tips that all but guarantee success. Make a quilt for someone special or donate your quilt to a mission project.
For additional information, please contact Karen Hoff at karenrhoff@hotmail.com.
Scrapbook Fellowship
Friday, June 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Saturday, June 16 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in rooms 131/133
Please join us at Scrapbook Fellowship on Friday, June 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Saturday, June 16 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.in rooms 131/133. For more information, contact Deb Kesse at 251-8324.
Childcare: If you need childcare, contact Carol Wenndt by Wednesday, June 13 at 306-4352 (phone or text) with the date, times (start and finish) as well as the number of children.
Men’s Basketball
Thursdays from 6:30-9 p.m. in the Family Life Center
Come shoot some hoops and join a pick up game with us. For more information, contact Dan Morton at 978-4504.
Faith Alive Meals
Wednesdays from 5-5:45 p.m. - resumes in the fall
Enjoy a meal with the entire family of Gloria Dei. Cost: $5 per adult, $2.50 child or youth (2 years and under eat free).
Life-skills Classes
We will hold classes on digital photography, Photoshop, Ebay, Internet Explorer, Facebook and other social media platforms. Dates and additional information to be announced.
The Harvest and The Monthly
The Harvest is a cooperative effort between Iowa District West, Camp Okoboji, LWML, Lutheran Laymen League and Lutheran Family Service. Learn about all the exciting news happening in your church at large.
Click here for the online site - Spring 2012.
Click here for the online site of the May 2012 IDW monthly supplement to the Lutheran. Witness.
Online Giving and Payment Options Now Available
At Gloria Dei, we are excited to offer an online giving and payment option for our members. This service is secure and safe.
Stewardship: You can access commitment cards, increment sheets, simply giving sheet.
For more information, go to our online giving and payment option page.
Click here to immediately access the online giving or payment options.
Professional Online Directory
We are excited to create an online directory of the wide range of talents and services of our members. If you have a business or a service that you would like to publish on our Web site, please sign today. Professional Online Directory Registration
New Testament and Old Testament Devotions
Our own Sue Wilson has been writing devotions that can be sent directly to your e-mail.
Dei Time NT (New Testament) Devotionals
To Register Click Here
Dei Break OT (Old Testament) Devotionals
To Register Click Here
Dei Break
Need a break? Take some time and subscribe to this daily devotion written by our own Sue Wilson. To view the site or to subscribe, Click here now.
Pray for the Military
Please remember in prayer all Gloria Dei members and friends serving in the military. |
