Adults
The mission of the Adult ministry at St. Michael’s is to help people grow and be transformed in their faith in Jesus Christ, to equip them for service through His Word and the Holy Spirit so that we have unity in the Body of Christ, to become a witness to those around us. There are various studies and groups geared for adults, which you can find below. We also seek to promote interconnection between generations through our childrens, youth, care, and mission ministries. A great way to grow in your faith is to serve and share it with others!
…to prepare God’s people for God’s works of service, so that the Body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ. -Ephesians 4:12-14
Current Studies & Classes, Updated September 2026
Men’s Wednesday Morning Bible Study
6:30-8:00 am – Men are welcome to join anytime during the year. The group studies a book of the Bible. Meets in Room 32 downstairs, with Zoom option. Men can leave earlier if needed for work. For in-person, you are welcome to bring your own breakfast. Led by Tom Dixon. (For Zoom info contact Tom or Pastor Ryan.) No registration needed and join anytime!
Wednesday Night Bible Studies
Women of the Bible – 6:30- 8:00 pm – Women are welcome to this study from the devotional book, “Women of the Bible.” Each session we’ll meet for fellowship, prayer, and study of one woman of the Bible. Starts Wednesday, September 9 and meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month through early December. There is no homework for this study; come when your schedule allows! Signup appreciated but not required.
Malachi: When Faith Grows Cold – What happens when God’s people become comfortable in their faith and their worship grows cold? Join us in Malachi as God lovingly calls His people to return to Him, renew their faith, and look forward with hope to the coming Lord who brings salvation and restoration. Join Pastor Hunde for an in-depth study of the book of Malachi, Wednesday nights, 6:30 to 7:45 pm. We’ll meet in Room 20 downstairs. Bring your Bible. Sign up here (appreciated but not required.) Starts September 30.
Thursday Mornings – Life Light Bible Study
This Bible study starts a new series/book each September and January. This study is part of the Life Light Bible study series of in-depth studies of Bible books. The goal of Life Light is that through a regular program of in-depth personal and group study of Scripture, more and more Christian adults may grow in their personal faith in Jesus Christ. Meets Thursdays from 9:30 to 11 am. Led by Kathy Wilson. Contact the church office at 952-831-5276 or Kathy Wilson for more info. You can sign up online (to reserve a copy of the $12 study guide) or by calling the church office.
New Member Class (3 sessions)
Interested in joining St. Michael’s as a member? Have questions about what the church believes? Join a new member class! These are typically offered twice a year. Led by our pastors, this is a great opportunity to talk about how you can get connected at St. Michael’s and meet new friends. Next series of classes: Sundays, November 1, 8, and 15, from 9 to 9:50 am. To sign up, contact the church office – office@smlcb.org or Pastor Ryan Alvey.
Sunday Mornings – Adult Bible Study and Topical Classes
Jeremiah Bible Study during the Education Hour (9 to 9:50 am), led by Pastor Hunde Takele. Meets in Room 32 downstairs. “Jeremiah: Faithful When the World Turns Away” – Jeremiah is a prophet called by God to speak His Truth during a time of spiritual rebellion, political uncertainty, suffering and judgment. Through this study, we will discover what it means to remain faithful when life is difficult, to trust God when we do not understand His ways, and to find hope in His promise of a new covenant — fulfilled in Jesus Christ. Join us as we unveil how this ancient message speaks powerfully to our lives today.
Revelation Bible Study during the Ed Hour, led by Pastor Pat Simmons. Far from a scary, end-times book, Revelation is the culmination of the entire story of salvation contained in the Bible. Revelation confirms that Christ was promised, He came for our restoration, and He will come again to complete the mission for His church. No signup necessary; all are welcome.
Mere Christianity Study, also during the Ed Hour, led by Pastor Ryan Alvey. Each week the group will read a chapter of the book together (they’re very short) and discuss the ideas that C.S. Lewis is putting forward. The beauty of the book is that Lewis engages the head and heart, while asking questions that we may not have considered. He’s just enough removed from our time to help us have a critical eye (in a good way) on our assumptions. Join us! Bring your own book or we can order one for you for $5. SignUp
Saturday Morning Bible Study – Men and Women
8:30 – 9:30, each Saturday, some meeting in-person at church and some on Zoom. All are welcome. This group loves to study the Bible book by book and enjoys good discussion, using Bible commentaries to help answer questions. Contact Ruth Meier or the church office for more info.
Pure Desire
Meets Saturdays 9-11 am at church. Contact Pastor Ryan Alvey for details: pastorryan@smlcb.org
Contact the church office for more information on any of the above studies OR if you would like to join a small group or start a small group.
Senior Saints
Adult Saints of all ages, join us for fun trips, potlucks, speakers, plays, musical events, social activities, and more. Meet other St. Michael’s members and church friends. Information on upcoming events will be featured in our weekly e-newsletter as well as in announcements in services.
Next Event: Lunch and play “Arsenic and Old Lace” at the Sidekick Theatre (Masonic Heritage Center) on October 15. Sign up and all the details can be found in the Senior Saints binder on the info desk in the church lobby, or call the church office at 952-831-5276.
Each Wednesday, many seniors gather for the 11:30 hymn service, followed by a lunch at 12:30, funded by free-will donations. All are welcome! For more information, contact the office at 952-831-5276.
Men
St. Michael’s Men’s Ministry has gatherings 2-3 times a year for fellowship for guys for all ages.
Next event: Men’s Tailgaiting Event, Friday, October 23, 5 to 7:30 pm. Guys, let’s gather for some casual hang out time in the parking lot, weather permitting. We’ll have a large grill available, so bring your own meat to grill, a side or dessert to share, and your own beverage. Friends welcome. Bring your “A” game too, as we’ll have an outdoor game tournament!
Women
Connect Women is about creating opportunities for women to support, encourage and serve in Christ. Connect Women has events throughout the year to cultivate new connections, new friendships or support and equip long-time friends in their faith. Various events consist of Small Group Bible Studies, Women’s Breakfast, Women’s Retreat and other topical events to grow in faith and serve others. Email ConnectWomen@smlcb.org with questions.
2026-27 Events:
- Fall Women’s Breakfast – Saturday morning, November 14 – registration coming soon
- Aspire Women’s Conference – Friday evening, April 30
- More to come!
Stitchers and Quilters
Mission Quilters
God loves and comforts us daily in our troubles. Knowing this comfort, the Mission Quilters make and donate quilts to those who are in need of comfort in our community. Quilts have been donated to Helping Hands, Center for the Victims of Torture, Ronald McDonald House, Comfort Ministry. For more information, please contact Lisa Jones.
Mission Stitchers
We use the gifts God has given us to embroider, knit, loom knit, crochet and sew. Our finished items are then donated as an outreach to the community where there is a need. For more info or to join the group, contact Ardis Schindeldecker or Sue Thiel.
