DIVORCECARE
DivorceCare
is a supportive 13-week group for those dealing with the pain of
divorce that offers hope, healing and transformation. Topics include the
road to healing, anger, depression, loneliness, new relationships,
financial survival, kid care, single sexuality, forgiveness,
reconciliation, and moving on. The group includes the DivorceCare
Workbook.
Contact: Annie-Claude Toll | atoll@thedoor.org
Meets: Tues, February 23-May 25, 7-9pm
Location: Open Door, Chapel
Cost: $20
Register
Walk-ins welcome
EXPERIENCING IMMANUEL
Do you long to experience
more “God with you” in your everyday life? Whether it’s companionship, help
handling stress or healing past pains, this experience will help you process
and increase capacity to experience more of Jesus. Together, we will learn
practices that cut down mental static, help process stress and increase our
awareness of Immanuel, “God with us.”
Contact: Lisa Nygard |
lisa.thirsty@gmail.com
Meets: Mon, April 5-May 10,
7-8:15pm
Location: Zoom
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GROUP SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
In group spiritual direction, we
practice prayerful listening to one another, to ourselves, and to God, in order
to be more aware of, and responsive to, God's activity in our lives. Space is
limited: each group consists of 4-6 people.
Contact:
Kati Beasley | kbeasley@thedoor.org
Meets: Wed, March 24-April 28, 1-2:15pm
Location: Zoom
Registration has closed
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Meets: Thurs, April 1-May 6, 7-8:30pm
Location: Open Door, Room 104
Registration has closed
HOLY SPIRIT: THE FORGOTTEN GOD
Jesus
told his followers they must wait to receive power to be His witnesses. That
power accompanied the coming of the Holy Spirit in a new way. It changed
everything for those early disciples. As important as the third person of the Trinity is, often little is known about the Holy Spirit, especially compared to
the Father and the Son.
Holy
Spirit: The Forgotten God will cover ways of engaging with the Holy Spirit in
daily life, learning about gifts of the Spirit and considering ways God
communicates. We will use several resources including Francis Chan’s
book, Forgotten God.
Tom Johnson will facilitate the teaching, discussion and small group
interaction.
Contact: Tom Johnson | tjohnson@thedoor.org
Meets: Thurs, April 1-May 20,
7-8:30pm
Online via Zoom
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KINGDOM CONVERSATIONS ABOUT RACE & ETHNIC DIVERSITY
This class will allow
participants time to reflect on their own experience with race and how it may
have shaped their individual perspectives. It will also look at ways to
navigate conversations about race with others, knowing we are all image-bearers
of God's kingdom. Through this experience we will grow in understanding race in
multiple contexts.
Contact: Erin Myhrer | erinmyhrer@gmail.com
Meets: Mon, April 5-May 10, 7-8pm
Location: Zoom
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OPEN HOME
Connect
with God and others in casual living room spaces all over the metro (virtual
options available). Whether you’re new to church, curious about God or
are a long-time attender, all ages and all stages are welcome! Meeting
in groups of 10 or less, following CDC guidelines. Explore the most
recent sermon, study God’s Word and get to know others using our
conversation guide.
Contact: Kati Beasley | kbeasley@thedoor.org
Meets: Weekly at your host's home
Registration is necessary to comply with CDC meeting guidelines.
Registration is closed at this time.
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY - ON HOLD
Join
us for a time of fellowship, sharing stories, and prayerfully knitting
or crocheting symbols of comfort and blessing. The shawls are then given
to those in need of a tangible expression of God's love and care during
seasons of loss, transition or celebration. Patterns are provided. Men
and women are encouraged to come!
Contact: Eileen Toombs | frommn2u@gmail.com
Meets: Second Sundays in Mar, Jun, Sept & Dec, 11:15am - 12:45pm
Location: Open Door, Chapel
No registration needed
REWIRED: REFRESHING OUR RELATIONSHIPS WITH GOD, OTHERS & OURSELVES
During this 6-week group
we’ll be creating helpful habits and mindsets to bring into our everyday lives as
we dive into Ephesians. We will meditate on scripture and use spiritual
formation practices in both group and individual settings to allow for deeper
connection with God, others, and ourselves.
Contact: Rose Larson | rlarson@thedoor.org
Meets: Thurs, April 8-May
13, 6-6:30pm
Location: Zoom
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"THE CHOSEN" (VIEWING & DISCUSSION)
Do you long to know the heart
of Jesus toward you and what it is like to be "Chosen" by Him? We’ll
engage with the video series "The Chosen" to see Jesus through
the eyes of those He chose and interacted with. By seeing who the disciples
were and the relationship that Jesus formed with them, we can see His heart for
loving us as we are. Each week we’ll watch an episode during the first
hour of the zoom call. We’ll spend the rest of our time in discussion.
Interested in this offering
but can’t make it work with your schedule? Join us just for the discussion at
7:30pm or you can check out the series for free here: https://studios.vidangel.com/the-chosen/
Contact: Rodger Smith | smith.rodgerw@gmail.com
Meets: Tues, March 30-May
25, 6:30-8:30pm
Location: Zoom
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WILDERNESS
Wilderness
is a place most of us want to avoid, especially spiritually. On the surface it
is dry, lonely, and barren. Yet, the Bible paints a different picture of
the wilderness, one that is full of provision and meeting with God. Tracing the
theme of wilderness from Hagar to Moses, throughout the history of Israel - and
finally to Jesus, we will see again and again the variety of ways God meets His people in the wilderness.
Contact:
Kati Beasley | kbeasleyl@thedoor.org
Meets:
Wed, March 31-May 12, 7-8:15pm
Location: Open Door, Rooms 25/27
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MEN'S GROUPS
MEN'S MORNING BIBLE STUDY
We are currently learning how God showed mercy to the nation of Israel through a study on the book of Judges.
If you are looking to grow in your relationship with God with a group of other
guys trying to do the same thing, join us on Wednesday mornings for study and
discussion.
Contact: Bruce Kuehl | (612) 414-3825
Meet: Wednesdays, 7-8am, Rooms 104 & 112
HEARTS IN ACTION - ON HOLD
This group of men desires to help our church and local community by serving single mothers, widows, and those with special needs through home projects, such as repair work, electrical, plumbing, etc. They meet for breakfast at the Original Pancake House, Maple Grove and then head out to the work site. Men of all ages welcome - bring your sons! If you know of a widow, single mom, or those with special needs who could use some help, contact Maureen Pranghofer at maureensmusic@comcast.net.
Contact: Del Sipma | (952) 412-7333
Meets: Third Saturday of every month, 7am
Location: Original Pancake House, Maple Grove for breakfast and then head to the work site
WOMEN'S GROUPS
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Join with other women as we
study God’s Word and are encouraged through community and connection. In-person
and online options available. Our final study for this year will be Priscilla
Shirer’s Jonah study (workbook included). COVID precautions observed for
in-person gatherings: face coverings, social distancing and bring your own
beverage.
Contact: Annika Johnson |
ajohnson@thedoor.org
Meets: Wed, March 24-May 5,
7-8:30pm
Location: In-Person* at Open Door, Chapel & Online
via Zoom (*no kids programming available at this time)
Cost: $20
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OD MOMS FACEBOOK GROUP
Open Door Moms Group is a place where all moms (no matter what age or stage) are welcomed and loved. As a community, everyone is encouraged to participate. We share with each other: happiness, sadness, advice, needs, inspiration, play dates, mom’s nights out, no-longer-needed items and more. Let's do this mom-life together! Follow Open Door Moms on FaceBook circlefacebook Contact us if you're not on Facebook, but still want to connect with other moms.
Contact: Kari Odorizzi | kari.odorizzi@gmail.com
MOMS OF EMERGENCY WORKERS PRAYER GROUP
Join in intercessory prayer with other moms of adult children who work in emergency services (firefighters, paramedics, law enforcement personnel, etc). Exchange emails to share information and prayer requests. A dinner will be held every couple of months.
Contact: Cindy Dischinger | cjdischinger0@gmail.com
YOUNG ADULTS (ODYA)
A place for young adults (18-30 somethings) to connect, build community, grow, and talk about life.
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Join other Open Door Young Adults for Carbs and Cardio Night on the 4th Friday of each month! It’s a fun evening of sports and food with a unique carbohydrate theme each time. Bring your favorite pre-packaged carb, your mask, warm/comfy clothes and a friend! We hope to see you there! Contact: Kati Beasley | kbeasley@thedoor.org
No registration needed.
