Education opportunites are provided in a variety of formats. Sunday School is offered for all ages, pre-school through adult. Bible studies are held throughout the week (Sept.- June) and educational forums are offered on a regular basis throughout the year.

Bible Study. Study of the scriptures for the following Sunday and prayer. This group meets Tuesday mornings (Sept. - June) at 9:30 a.m. in the Lounge.

Renovaré. The study of devotional classics and prayer to become better disciples of Jesus. This group meets Tuesday mornings at 8:00 a.m. in the Lounge.

Prayers and Squares. The idea behind prayer quilts is simple. A heavy thread is used to take stitches through the quilt layers, and the ends are left free to be tied with a square knot. As each knot is tied, a silent prayer is offered for the recipient's special need. The quilt is then given to that person. This is not just a gift of a quilt, it is a gift of love and prayer.

You don't need to be a great sewer - Just have the desire to give of your time and talents in the service of sisters and brothers in need. Prayers & Squares meets once a month, for more information contact Millie Mealey

Christ Lutheran became Chapter 41 of the national Prayers and Squares Ministry. Check out our parent Prayers and Squares Ministry newsletter.

Christ Church Women. The women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (WELCA) meet monthly to study scripture and share in fellowship if you would like more information contact one of the leaders.

Book Group. Discussion of novels and their relevance to our faith. Book Group meets the third Monday of month at 7:00 p.m. in the Library. Contact the Church Office for more information.

Prayer Ministry. Jesus took regular breaks from his busy schedule of teaching and healing to be alone with the Father. It is wise to look to Jesus for direction in how to grow in faith, so why not try silent prayer? If you wish to be part of this ministry contact The church office. (clcsd@christpb.org)

Stephen Ministers. Stephen Ministry is a program of our congregation that equips lay persons to provide distinctively Christian one-to-one care to those who are experiencing all kinds of life needs and circumstances, both in our congregation and community. Christ Lutheran Church currently has 25 Active Stephen Ministers. As of May 2004 we will have trained 30 Stephen Ministers. For more information on being a Stephen Minister or interested in visiting with a Stephen Minister contact Pastor Richard Rollefson, 858-483-2300.