Life Groups are provided to study the Word with a specific topic in mind to further equip and cultivate a believer’s walk with Christ. Life Groups are groups that have a specific time period and seek to foster environments that cultivate discipleship, worship, and Biblical life skills for service. With a Biblical foundation in place, this series of classes is designed to further equip believers within a focused area of service.
Winter/Spring Semester Life Groups
Wednesdays, 6:30pm – 8:15pm
"Job" by Lisa Harper | Susie Taylor | January 9- February 20 | 6:30pm-8:15pm | B202 | Women’s Class
Joy is the constant companion of the woman who trusts in the Lord. And while you can find it in friends, family, and circumstances, unfailing, persistent joy will only ever overflow from your relationship with Jesus. In this 7-session e-book study, discover the redemptive facet of Job’s suffering. Learn to view pain as a way to strengthen your faith, point others to the gospel, and trust in the Lord. Because His providence will never take you to a place where His grace will not sustain you. Join us Wednesday evenings at 6:30PM beginning January 9th.
Learn the Bible | Bruce & Nancy Townsend | January 9-May 8 | 6:30pm-8:15pm | B208
Learn the Bible (LTB) is a class which is designed to give both the new believer and the experienced Bible student an opportunity to study and understand the Bible as a singular, integrated message system; not simply a disjointed collection of 66 books penned by 40 authors over thousands of years. It is a fast-paced 2 semester class that will WOW you with the supernatural design that links Genesis and Revelation to everything in between in ways that you have never experienced. Start a new adventure as we dig deeper and discover the hidden and revealed messages meant for us from our Lord and Savior. This class will be based on Dr. Chuck Missler’s series, Learn the Bible in 24 Hours, and will include revealing and thought-provoking supplemental material from our own Duane and Esther Harder every session that will continue to challenge and inspire. Contact Tabitha Baker for more questions or to register at equip@hoffmantown.org or 858-8624.
The 7 Laws of a Teacher | Gregory Elder | Jan. 9-Feb. 20 | 6:30-8:15pm | B214
This class is a video session, hosted by Dr. Howard G. Hendricks, internationally known as a trailblazing Christian educator who practices what he preaches. This class is designed just for you- a K-Group or Bible study teacher, pastor, parent, or anyone who has the desire to teach; and to have a greater impact in the lives of those you teach. The 7 Laws of a Teacher class will be a 7-week series. To sign up for the class or for more information, contact equip@hoffmantown.org or 858-8624.
Thursday, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Maximum Marriage by: Tommy Nelson | Steve & Harriet Byrd | January 10-March 28 | 7:00-8:30pm | Home Group
During his 11-week video series, we will find that the Bible teaches that healthy marriages and families are based on the nature and character of God. The Bible charges man with exercising a loving and sacrificial leadership of his wife. Tommy Nelson will set forth these principles of biblical headship and explains what they look like in everyday terms. He then describes the qualities of The Fairer Sex and how a woman can find fulfillment and divine approval in her respectful submission to her husband and service to her family. We also see that God has spoken with almost embarrassing clarity on the subject of the sexual relationship in marriage. In Sanctified Sexuality, Tommy presents practical counsel to married couples on how to have a fulfilling sexual relationship in marriage. And for Singles, in The Art of Singlehood, we see that the plans for a healthy marriage and future family are laid down while we are single. We also find helpful guidance on those particularly difficult areas of conflict resolution (The Rules of Engagement), how to have healthy relationships with in-Laws (The Ins and Outs of In-Laws) and money management (Mates and Money). This series will prove to be a great resource for personal or group study on marriage and the family. For more information or to register please call 858-8624 or Harriet Byrd at (505)263-7844.
Tuesday Morning Women’s Bible Studies
Tuesdays, 9:30am-11:30am
Acts | Nancy Williams | January 8th - April 23rd | 9:30am-11:30am | B202
Ladies, please join us Tuesday mornings for a verse-by-verse study of the book of Acts. We will learn about the early Church, the challenges they faced, and how God used them mightily to spread the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. Allow Acts to encourage you to walk more closely with God so that you might make Christ’s name known with the boldness and zeal of the apostles. The only book you need for this study is your Bible.
Psalm 23 by Jennifer Rothschild | Maryann Bassett and Shara McBee | March 19th - April 30th | 9:30am-11:30am | B206
A seven-week Bible study by Jennifer Rothschild will help change our whole understanding of God’s love and care for us. Psalm 23 is a spiritual lullaby that our Shepherd sings over us in every season of life as we learn to walk confident that our Shepherd guides us. In this study we’ll spend time daily in our workbook, meet weekly to review what God’s revealed in our lesson, and then watch Jennifer’s video. Join us for a wonderful study and time of fellowship with others. The book will be available in the bookstore for purchase.
The Key to Living by Faith (Continuation) by Kay Arthur and Pete De Lacy | Julanie Lee | January 8th - March 5th | 9:30am-11:30am | B206
An inductive study in the book of Hebrews. Where do you put your trust? What holds you firm in the storms of life? What hope do you have for the future? Mankind has asked these questions for thousands of years and since Abraham through today the answer has been through faith. In this study in Hebrews you will learn the connection between the Old and New Testaments. It will encourage you and exhort you to live for Christ and establish you in the truth of Christ’s position and role in salvation. This two-part study will be offered for 9 weeks in the Spring. About 3 hours of homework each week is required.
Resolving Everyday Conflict by Ken Sande & Kevin Johnson | JoAnn Polk and Della Bassman | Disciple Care Ministry | March 19th - May 7th | 9:30am-11:30am | B204
Our God calls us to a ministry of reconciliation, peace, and unity. If you are a human, you cannot escape conflict- it’s everywhere! But is conflict really a bad thing when God uses it to mature us into Christ’s image? When we handle our conflicts in a godly way, our relationships are strengthened, unity abounds, and we demonstrate Christ’s reconciling.
Children
AWANA Clubs meet Wednesdays 6:15-8:30pm.
The name AWANA is an acronym that stands for approved workmen are not ashamed. It is taken from the Bible in II Timothy 2:15 which reads, “Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the Word of Truth.” (KJV) As one of the fastest growing youth organizations, AWANA provides a local church-sponsored program for boys and girls of all ages. Our hope is that all club members will develop faith in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior, and then build on that foundation to become obedient servants of God. We have clubs for 2 years through 6th grade. Childcare is available for children who are not yet 2. AWANA Clubs will start September 5 in the children’s area. Registration and parent meeting for the 2018-2019 program year is August 29th at 6:15pm. Please bring a completed registration form and cash or check to make payment. Registration forms are available at http://www.hoffmantownchurch.org/childrens-ministry/awana/. Slots are given on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration may be completed after this date by contacting the children’s administrative assistant, at sarahg@hoffmantown.org. Parents are encouraged to either enroll in a Bible Study or help with AWANA. Please contact the children’s administrative assistant with any questions at sarahg@hoffmantown.org.
Youth Groups
High-School & Middle School: NexGen- “Rooted” | Wednesdays 6:30-8:15pm | Building E
“Rooted” is our ministry for middle and high school students. Hoffmantown Church is committed to equipping students, preparing them through the Word of God to be disciples of Christ. We meet in Building E on Sunday mornings from 10:50am-12:15am for small groups. On Wednesday nights our student youth group meets in Building E from 6:30-8:15 for an awesome time with friends as we engage in powerful worship and teaching from God’s Word. For more info, please call 858-8630, email student@hoffmantown.org, or join our Facebook page: Hoffmantown Student Ministries.
College: NexGen- “The College Group” | Thursdays 7-9pm | Building E
“The College Group” is designed to connect the always-busy student to God and others. Our Sunday morning small group meets from 10:50am-12:15am in Building D. On Thursday nights we come together in Building E at 7pm for a time of worship, Bible study, and fun with friends. Please come join us! For more info, please call 858-8630, email student@hoffmantown.org, or join our Facebook page: Hoffmantown College Ministry.
Worship
MUSIC MINISTRY– Worship Center (WC)/B100
For those interested in or called to serve as lead worshipers to and for the Lord, at 6:30pm. Worship, Choir and Orchestra meet in room B100 for praise, devotion, and prayer. At 6:50pm, the Worship Orchestra rehearses in the WC (contact Terry Janow if interested at terryj@hoffmantown.org). At 7:50pm, the Worship Choir and Orchestra combine in the WC for a run through of Sunday’s anthem and prayer time/groups. Come and be refreshed at the feet of Jesus as we worship Him in spirit and truth through music.
Like more information? Contact Kathi at 858-8649 or kathic@hoffmantown.org.