Grow
Grow in your faith while building authentic relationships with one another.
Our Saviour’s offers adults, youth, individuals, and families a variety of opportunities to engage with God and each other. Whether you join a small group Bible study, attend weekly youth groups, or take part in family activities, there is something for you!
BIBLE STUDIES
Our Saviour’s has several weekly Bible studies you can join. Each Bible study is different, and meets on different days at different times. Explore the options below and join us – know you are invited!
Topical Bible Study
This study is open to anyone and everyone. It is designed to take time to study topics; it may be books or figures from the Bible, current issues, or unique questions, in a more in-depth manner. This study is usually led by Pastor Joel.
The Topical study meets for multi-week sessions off-and-on throughout the year, on Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m. The study lasts from 60 to 90 minutes. Depending upon the study topic and materials, the sessions range from 2 weeks to 4 weeks in length. There are Mondays off between the sessions.
Sunday Evening Men's Group
This men’s group meets at 6:30 pm on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month at the MN Veterans Home, Hastings. For more info contact Dennis Nygaard at 651.437.7943 or send an email. This group is currently on hold due to COVID restrictions.
Good News Men's Group
This group meets every Thursday morning at 9 to enjoy lively discussions as they dive into God’s word. Men from our congregation gather together with the pastor who is preaching that week to study the scriptures for the coming Sunday’s worship. As a group, questions are asked, the text is read and discussed and all have the chance to learn and grow in their understanding and faith. This Bible study is open to all men. For more info, contact Pastor Joel Rova-Hegener at 651.437.9052 or send an email.
Wednesday Morning Men's Group
Every Wednesday, this group of early risers meets at 7 AM to enjoy good Christian fellowship before heading off to whatever their day may hold. For more info contact Tim Mellesmoen at 651.437.5221 or send an email.
Tuesday Morning Women's Study
Tuesday mornings at 9 a.m. women from the congregation gather together with the pastor who is preaching that week to read the scripture for the coming Sunday’s worship, read commentaries concerning the scripture and then discuss, learn and grow in understanding and faith. All women are invited to join. For more info contact Jan Peterson at 651.480.6352 or send an email.
Women's Retreat
A Women’s Retreat is held yearly at Camp Wapo with a different theme and focus each year providing a focused, faith nurturing environment. For more information go to lakewapo.org.
Other Studies
Short term studies and other discussions led by both Our Saviour’s staff, members and guests are offered throughout the year. Please watch the calendar and information on the home page.
JAM (Jesus and Me)
Children, Youth & Family
Shaping and growing the faith of our youth is the privilege of parents, family, and the Our Saviour’s faith community. The next generation of disciples is responsible for the future of our world and beyond– let’s empower them with truth that fuels their light!
At Our Saviour’s, we are focused on providing a cohesive series of faith-building programs, engaging activities, community outreach opportunities, mission trips and hands-on experiences to fuel the flames of faith within our youth and families. Our Saviour’s seeks to support families and offer faith-shaping experiences for children at every stage of their development. Check out our many programs for your family:
JAM (Jesus and Me) 3 years to 6th Grade
Click here to register for JAM Sundays 9:00am – PreK – Grade 6.
Click here to register for JAM Sundays 10:30am – PreK – Grade 6.
Click here to register for JAM Wednesdays – PreK – Grade 6.
Kids ages 3 years to 6th grade are invited to join each week to learn more about why this ‘Jesus’ guy is a REALLY BIG DEAL! Participants enjoy art, science, games, snacks, and stories all focused on building a relationship with Jesus in simple ways.
For the 10:30 am service, families are encouraged to attend the service together and, during the message, children are invited to join together in the Fellowship Hall for a message and game, craft, or experiment just for them. Children will return to their families after the message.
Good News Gang Choir
This group is for children in grades 1 – 6. This group meets on Wednesdays to practice. The children raise their voices in song during worship services throughout the year. This group spends their rehearsals learning correct singing techniques, spending time talking about the importance of music during worship, building our friendships, and having lots of fun. Click here to register. Contact Alison Lohmann.
GOD+LIFE (Confirmation)
God+Life (Confirmation) 7th – 9th Grade
God+Life is centered on connecting our young adults with the active and loving God in their lives. Using real-world examples, engaging speakers, and hands-on activities, youth can see and feel the active love of Christ. Participants meet weekly to attend the Wednesday evening service and then meet in small groups to experience various ways to connect with God.
Youth who commit to attending God+Life regularly while building positive faith habits over the 3 year period (7th – 9th grade), and feel the value in affirming their faith publicly, will be invited to a special Confirmation Service. This service celebrates the student’s commitment to growing their relationship with Christ and provides a public way to affirm the faith they wish to embody in their lives.
Register today – click here for registration!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is God+Life?
Is God+Life the same as Confirmation?
Faith as a Family
In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven. Matthew 5:15
Being the hands, feet, and heart of Christ grows our faith and helps our community. Here at Our Saviour’s, we believe in offering a multitude of ways for people to serve others together.
The following are a brief selection of service activities and events for you to grow in your own faith while serving others and making connections. Please watch our weekly email newsletter or call the church office at (651) 437-9052 for additional information.
- Fall Kickoff Breakfast
- Thanksgiving Outreach at Oak Ridge Manor
- Feed My Starving Children
- Wednesday Night Refresh Meals
- Food with Friends Meals
- Food4Kids Meal Packing Events
- Meals on Wheels
- Palm Sunday Pancake Breakfast
- Community Parks Clean-up