Oakwood offers
many opportunities for adults to become a part of our family
of faith.

"24 Hours- That Changed The World",
by Adam Hamilton - Small Groups kick off on February 21st!
- No single event in human history has received
more attention than the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus.
Each chapter of this book is designed to help us experience
and understand the significance of Jesus' suffering and death
in a new way. Contact Bonnie Weiss to purchase a book or to
join a group study.

This group meets the 1st & 3rdTuesdays of every month.
Regularly scheduled meetings will include a potluck dinner
and daycare is provided, called Moppets. For questions contact
Shelli Bice.
MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers.
MOPS International exists to meet the needs of every mom -
urban, suburban and rural moms, stay-at-home and working moms,
teen, single and married moms - moms with different lifestyles
who all share a similar desire to be the very best moms they
can be! MOPS recognizes that the years from infancy through
kindergarten are foundational in a mother-child relationship
and are filled with unique needs.
MOPS helps moms through relationships established in the
context of local groups that provide a caring atmosphere for
today's mother of young children. MOPS also encourages and
supports moms through resources such as books, the MOPS website
www.mops.org.
Spiritual Growth

Disciple Bible Study – See Bonnie Weiss to get signed up or
if you have any questions!
Wednesday Evening Bible Study "Adult After Glow Class"
– Offered immediately following Wednesday Worship
Sunday Morning CLT Classes – Offered for all ages and stages
in various classes Sept – May
Spiritual Gifts Workshops – Designed to help you discover
the ways God has gifted you to serve. Let Marcy know if you
wish to explore this.
Women’s Ministry

UMW Group meets the second Monday of every month for mission
and quarterly event planning with a fresh devotion focus each
month. Contact Sandi Stone for more info.
Marriage Ministry – “Christ-Centered
Couples”

This class is offered during Christian Learning Time each
Sunday from 9:45-10:30 (Sept-May). Lance & Michelle Arrasmith
are leading this class.
Quarterly events/date nights/ workshops. These events are
open to couples of all ages and stages, dating on up.
Men’s Ministry

The Men's group is currently seeking God on new direction.
If you would like to get involved or for more details, contact
Roger Johnson.
The Men's class during Christian Learning Time Class each
Sunday is from 9:45 – 10:30.
Classics

This is an informal gathering & potluck open to all adults
50 plus in years and wisdom. The meet the 2nd Thursday of
each month in the Garden Café at Oakwood.
Family

Seasonal Classes Offered
Small Groups

BLJ – Business, Lunch and Jesus – This is an open group that
meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday s of every month at various
Des Moines area restaurants from 11:30-12:30 to talk about
what the Bible has to say about a wide variety of topics.
Check this month’s calendar for locations and join anytime!

Sarah’s Circle – Small group study and discussion for women
of all ages. Meeting at various times and locations with need-based
studies. See Marcy for more details.
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