Want to learn more or need some reference materials? Our Good Shepherd library has resource materials available for lending. See the attached list of the books and resources or ask a member or our staff to help you locate something to your liking.
Contact church office for any additional information on these studies.
Sunday Adult Bible Studies at 9:45 AM
Coffee and Conversation: Room 118
We are engaged in a study of the book of Matthew. This is from the “Together by Grace” series from Augsburg.
For Advent (11/30-12/21) we will be using some lessons from a previous series relevant to the Christmas season. The book is “Faith That Glorifies God”. Lessons will focus on Ruth, the family of Jesus, Elizabeth and Mary, and the Magi. Our schedule will be as follows
12/21: The Magi
11/30: Ruth
12/7: The family of Jesus
12/14: Elizabeth and Mary
Ben Setzer continues to lead this group.
Faith Stories: Room 117
We are engaged in a series called “The Essential Jesus” by Whitney Kuniholm. The book has 100 readings, spilt into different sections (the parables, of Jesus, the miracles, of Jesus, the hard sayings of Jesus, prophecies about a Savior, to name a few). The group will be taking a section at a time (we may take a break and come back later) starting with The Birth of Jesus. New topic roughly every 2-3 months, Wonderful conversations. We encourage anyone to join.
Men in Mission: Room 116
Very informal group of men gathering in word, service and Fellowship. We meet during the Sunday School hour. We often use Audible to listen to Rob Bell narrate his books.
In addition, we meet the first Monday of the month for dinner at 7; typically, at Marlow’s Tavern, in Woodstock.
Mid-Week Adult Bible Studies at Church
Word on Wednesdays: 10 AM in Fellowship Hall (Teams option available)
Wednesdays at 10 AM. “Inspired” by Rachel Evans will be the focus of our discussion. We always love to see new faces join our group. We would love to meet you. All Are Welcome! Contact the church office if you need the Teams Link.
Lunch & Learn group: 11:30 AM, Wednesdays, in Meeting Room
Wednesdays, from 11:30 – 1 PM, bring your lunch and join us for our next book study titled, “The Marvel & Miracle of Advent.” The book is available from Amazon. We will take off the week of Thanksgiving and finish the study on December 10th, meeting at 11 AM beginning Dec 3. Then we will be off until January 7, 2026. Great discussions amongst great people, come and check us out.
Thursday Adult Bible Study group: 10 AM in Fellowship Hall
Please bring your Bible each week and join us in the Fellowship Hall. All are welcome! This class is led by Pastor Karen. We continue focusing on a lectionary study each week, reviewing the texts for the upcoming Sunday. It’s a great way to prepare yourself for worship each week and marinate in the Word of God. Join us anytime. All are welcome, no prior knowledge is necessary. We encourage questions of all kinds. Thursday Bible study schedule: Meet Thursday, Dec. 4, party Dec.11 (at 11 am, not 10 am). No class on Nov. 27th.
Topics change each time we meet so no need to worry about missing anything. As always, everyone is welcome to share some food, laughs, and open conversation in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
Adult Bible Study
Read the Lutheran approach to Adult Bible Study.
Want to learn more or need some reference materials? Our Good Shepherd library has resource materials available for lending. See the attached list of the books and resources or ask a member or our staff to help you locate something to your liking.
Contact church office for any additional information on these studies.
Sunday Adult Bible Studies at 9:45 AM
Coffee and Conversation: Room 118
We are engaged in a study of the book of Matthew. This is from the “Together by Grace” series from Augsburg.
For Advent (11/30-12/21) we will be using some lessons from a previous series relevant to the Christmas season. The book is “Faith That Glorifies God”. Lessons will focus on Ruth, the family of Jesus, Elizabeth and Mary, and the Magi. Our schedule will be as follows
12/21: The Magi
11/30: Ruth
12/7: The family of Jesus
12/14: Elizabeth and Mary
Ben Setzer continues to lead this group.
Faith Stories: Room 117
We are engaged in a series called “The Essential Jesus” by Whitney Kuniholm. The book has 100 readings, spilt into different sections (the parables, of Jesus, the miracles, of Jesus, the hard sayings of Jesus, prophecies about a Savior, to name a few). The group will be taking a section at a time (we may take a break and come back later) starting with The Birth of Jesus. New topic roughly every 2-3 months, Wonderful conversations. We encourage anyone to join.
Men in Mission: Room 116
Very informal group of men gathering in word, service and Fellowship. We meet during the Sunday School hour. We often use Audible to listen to Rob Bell narrate his books.
In addition, we meet the first Monday of the month for dinner at 7; typically, at Marlow’s Tavern, in Woodstock.
Mid-Week Adult Bible Studies at Church
Word on Wednesdays: 10 AM in Fellowship Hall (Teams option available)
Wednesdays at 10 AM. “Inspired” by Rachel Evans will be the focus of our discussion. We always love to see new faces join our group. We would love to meet you. All Are Welcome! Contact the church office if you need the Teams Link.
Lunch & Learn group: 11:30 AM, Wednesdays, in Meeting Room
Wednesdays, from 11:30 – 1 PM, bring your lunch and join us for our next book study titled, “The Marvel & Miracle of Advent.” The book is available from Amazon. We will take off the week of Thanksgiving and finish the study on December 10th, meeting at 11 AM beginning Dec 3. Then we will be off until January 7, 2026. Great discussions amongst great people, come and check us out.
Thursday Adult Bible Study group: 10 AM in Fellowship Hall
Please bring your Bible each week and join us in the Fellowship Hall. All are welcome! This class is led by Pastor Karen. We continue focusing on a lectionary study each week, reviewing the texts for the upcoming Sunday. It’s a great way to prepare yourself for worship each week and marinate in the Word of God. Join us anytime. All are welcome, no prior knowledge is necessary. We encourage questions of all kinds. Thursday Bible study schedule: Meet Thursday, Dec. 4, party Dec.11 (at 11 am, not 10 am). No class on Nov. 27th.
Mid-Week Bible Study Off Campus
Theology on Tap
Hickory Flat Kitchen: 6205 Hickory Flat Hwy Ste. 112, Canton, GA 30115
Game Day: 2990 Eagle Dr Suite 106, Woodstock, GA 30189
2026 Schedule
January 7 & 21 – Game Day
February 4 – Hickory Flat Kitchen
Break for Lent / Easter
April 15 & 29 – Hickory Flat Kitchen
May 13 & 27 – Game Day
Topics change each time we meet so no need to worry about missing anything. As always, everyone is welcome to share some food, laughs, and open conversation in a safe, non-judgmental environment.