Adult Forum

9:45 AM on Sundays in the Chapel

Adult Forum brings in professors and teachers from the area, as well as people from our congregation, for presentations on topics connected to our faith.

March 7 & 14: Mark Tranvik, Religion Professor at Augsburg College will be leading a four week series based on Martin Luther’s treatise “The Freedom of a Christian”. The series is titled  “Our Freedom in Christ: The Basics of the Christian Life”

Sunday, March 7: “Are You Kidding? He Married a Harlot...?”

Sunday, March 14: “The Art of Living Inside-Out” 

Studying the Bible in Small Groups during Lent: We Learn to Serve

Dozens of SOTV members have been hard at work to prepare and lead small group Bible studies during Lent. Groups will meet weekly and will focus on the Bible readings used for Wednesday worship:

Week 1: Philippians 2:1-11

Week 2: Esther 4:9-17

Week 3: 1 Corinthians 16:13-24

Week 4: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Week 5: Ruth 1:15-18

A small group is a great way to get connected with others at SOTV and to have a fun and interesting experience studying the Bible. Small group facilitators have been trained and are waiting for you to join a group. Contact Pastor Duane Paetznick  or Julie Opheim for more information.

Interested in Visiting the Holy Land in March 2011?

Contact Pastor Duane Paetznick at duane.paetznick.sotv.org or 952-432-6351 if interested.

The Divine Drama

7:00—9:00 PM

Led by Duane Paetznick & Karen Roed-Rick. 

Cost: $40

The Divine Drama is a Bible study aimed at those who are interested in doing in-depth

Bible study for one  year. In 25 weeks, most of the Bible will be covered.

The Sermon on The Mount & the Sermon on the Plain

Tuesdays,  March 9 & 16                        7:00-8:30 PM

Led by Tom Tiedemann

The focus of this short term class will be on Jesus’ sermon on the plain in the Gospel of Luke (particularly Luke 6:17-49).  But in looking at Jesus’ sermon in Luke, we can’t help but look at the sermon on the mount in the Gospel of Matthew, too.  Take a couple of weeks during Lent to be a part of a very quick but helpful Bible study.

Jesus Interprets His Own Passion: Comparing the Gospel Accounts

Saturdays, March 20 & 27       8:30-11:30 AM

Led by Tim Schaefer

Cost: $15

This class is back by popular demand. Tim Schaefer led it last year during Lent and people were so interested in his teaching that we decided to bring it back this year. Check out what each of the 4 Gospels has to day about the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Make this class a part of your own experience this Lent.

Bible Basics 101

4 Tuesday evenings: April 13, 20, 27 and May 4         7:00-8:30 PM

Led by Mark Gilligan             No Cost

This Bible study is aimed at those adults who have little or no Bible study experience.  Mark Gilligan will walk you through some of the basic themes of the Bible as well as some basic things to know about in reading the Bible.

Bible Study on the Book of Galatians

Thursdays, April 22, 29, & May 6, 13

7:00-8:30 PM        

Led by Pastor Duane Paetznick

Cost: $10 for the book

Participants will open the scriptures and explore key passages from the book of Galatians – one of Martin Luther’s favorite books in the Bible.  Come and see why Luther loved these texts.

Bible Study on Ephesians

Thursdays, April 15, 22, 29

7:00-8:30 PM

Led by Greg Buck

No Cost

According to Ralph Wilson, Ephesians is Paul’s crowning work, “the quintessence of Paulinism”.  It is both a literary gem and a treasure of spiritual nuggets.  Those who study it…will glean important understanding of Christ and his Church, as well as lessons for life.  

Making Sense of Scipture: Big Questions About the Book of Faith

Thursdays, July 8, 15, 22, 29 & Aug 5

7:00-8:30 PM

Led by Pastor Duane Paetznick

Cost: $13.00 (for the book)

Using the book by David Lose as a resource and guide, this class will focus on seven major questions about the Bible, including:

· What is the Bible?

· Is the Bible true?

· How is the Bible the Word of God?

· Where did the Bible come from?

· How can I read the Bible with greater understanding?

· Is there a “center” to scripture?

· What kind of authority does the Bible hold?

In light of all that is happening these days in our culture and in the church, this study should be helpful for you in understanding what role the Bible has in our lives.

The Dead Sea Scrolls Class

Tuesday, June 1, 2010           7:00-8:30 PM   Cost:  Free 

What are the Dead Sea Scrolls?  Where were they discovered?  What impact do they have on Biblical, archeological, and scientific study?  We will examine these questions as we prepare for the Science Museum’s exhibit on The Dead Sea Scrolls.  Register online or at the Welcome Center.

Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit

Wednesday, June 16, 2010  

Cost:  Adult ticket $28, Seniors (60+) $24

Evening Itinerary:

5:30 PM Meet at the Science Museum

6:00 PM Omni Theatre

7:00 PM Dead Sea Scroll Exhibit

Join Pastor Duane Paetznick, Pastor Chris Smith and Pastor Mary Lund as we attend The Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit at the Science Museum. SOTV will attend as a group.  Register online or at the Welcome Center. Your ticket also allows you to see the other exhibits at the Science Museum.

Crossways: Year 1

Begins Fall 2010

Here are what some past participants have said about Crossways:

“This class was fascinating and definitely met and even exceeded my expectations.”

“I loved the community of learning and sharing together.”

“I was seeking knowledge and found by the end that my heart was changed through it all. I have become a better witness for Christ”

“I have tried, without success, to read the Bible on my own.  The structure of this class helped me!”

“An eye-opening experience with the Bible.”

“This class challenges your biblical knowledge and previous notions, but it brings you closer to God and deepens your faith.”