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Our position as a Reconciling in Christ ELCA congregation
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Our position as a Reconciling in Christ ELCA congregation
Adults
Whether it's ongoing Women's Circles, Bible Studies, Men's groups, Young Adult Brunches, or activities for Seniors, Westwood has many opportunities for growing spiritually and for building relationships with others connected to Westwood.
We invite you to check out the opportunities that work best for you.
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Men's Bible and Theological Discussion Group
Always open and welcoming new members. This group meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 9 AM in the Westwood Room for prayers, support and group discussion.
Contact:
Craig Halverson
Men's History Book Club
Members of this group pick a book to read, prepare discussion questions and bring a snack for an assigned month. This group meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7 PM in the Library (except in December.)
Contact:
John DeSanto
Theology on Tap
This group is open to any male over 21 interested in fellowship and beer. We try to meet as a group when there is a Westwood small group session going on in the fall, but we also just randomly brew beer together! Reach out to the group leaders to see when we plan on meeting next! Cheers!
Contact:
John Stark
Contact:
Keith Berquist
WOMEN
Mom's Connect
We are a group of moms with kids from newborn- high school. We meet weekly on Mondays from 9:30-11:00 in the Youth Room for coffee, conversation and community-building. While we don’t provide childcare, little ones are absolutely welcome to join us.
Contact:
Heidi Thompson
Women's Bible Study
We meet from September through May, the third Wednesday of the month from 9:30 - 11 AM. Thanksgiving and Easter may move the study week. Everyone in the group takes turns leading the study and bringing treats. The study is voted on in May. There is usually a cost for the study material and ALL are welcome!
Contact:
Barbara Aslakson
WOMEN'S CIRCLES
Westwood has a variety of Circles for Women. They are a great
way to connect with other women and grow in your faith.
Hover over boxes for more information.
We are a small group that has met for years to do Bible study and enjoy our time together!
Contact:
Nola Englestad notyengel@gmail.com
Joyce Kautz j.andersonkautz@gmail.com
Sue Anderson marvlynsworld@aol.com
Faith Circle meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month from 1-3 PM Onsite
Join us for Bible Study, meetings, and service project planning. In September, December, and May we start with a luncheon. Grace Circle is part of the Holiday Fair Fundraiser: the Country Store, which is organized by this circle. We also assemble Laundry of Love Kits and Newborn Kits for Global Health Ministries.
Contact:
Kay Elliasen kayelliasen@goldengate.net
Grace Circle meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month of Sept-May at 12:30 PM Onsite
Joy Circle came together in 1982 as a result of gathering women who had been members of Westwood for two years or less, which still has some of its original members! We meet in homes of members and have been highly involved with Holiday Fair, most recently hosting the Chocolate Booth for about the past five years.
Contact:
Susie Fjelstad sbfjelstad@yahoo.com
Joy Circle meets the 3rd Monday of every month at 7 PM Offsite
We welcome new members and to participate in bible study. We currently have 12-15 members and we meet in the homes of members!
Contact:
Carol Dorphy cdorphy@earthlink.net
Ruth Circle meets the 2nd Monday of the month of Sept-May from 7-9 PM Offsite
We always have room for more women! This Circle does the 'Lutheran Women Today Bible study' and we love baking pies for the Holiday Fair. We also primarily use financial gifts to support the Westwood Quilters.
Contact:
Eileen Blixrud eileenb1@comcast.net
Velkommen Circle meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month of at 1 PM Onsite
Young Adults
Westwood has a vibrant group of young adults in their 20s and 30s who meet regularly throughout the year. We gather for brunch, service projects, connecting with young adults in the community and at other churches, and more! We'd love to have you join us. All events are open to anyone who considers themselves a young adult.
Our Next Gathering
Stay tuned! Nothing is planned yet, but there will be!
Westwood Adult Ministry provides educational, entertainment, special interest programs and fellowship for adults.
For information on upcoming programs, contact:
Mary Ann Cameron | 763-559-3976
Nancy Pittman | 952-546-0072
Westwood U Sunday Morning Education
9:50-10:40 AM
Most Sundays between worship services, Westwood hosts speakers and series for life-long learning.
Recordings for education series can be found on our Sermons + Series page.