Adult Ministries

March Southwood Seniors

When: Wednesday, March 12, 12 - 1:30PM

Speaker: Gail Shaffer Blankenau, author of the recently-published book Journey to Freedom: Uncovering the Grayson Sisters’ Escape from Nebraska Territory

Gail’s book (with rave reviews) provides the first detailed history of Black enslavement in Nebraska Territory and the escape of these two enslaved Black women from Nebraska City. Their escape and the violence that followed prompted considerable debate across the country and led to the Nebraska legislature’s move to prohibit slavery. Her talk will touch your heart in surprising ways!

Biography: A Nebraska native, Blankenau is a professional genealogist, historian, speaker, and author. She holds an MA degree in history with honors from UNK and in 2023 she received the James L. Sellers prize for her article about the Grayson sisters in a volume of Nebraska History magazine. She serves on the Nebraska Historic Digital Newspaper Advisory board, as well as the board of the Germanic Genealogy Society.

Menu: A catered meal will be served. Bring a dessert to share if you wish.

$5 freewill donation at the time of the event

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Let’s kick off Pride Month with a celebration! The LGBTQ+ and Allies Group invites you to enjoy free food, fellowship, and prayer as we give thanks for those in our congregation and community who are LGBTQ+. We are all created in the beautiful image of God and coming together to support one another is important as we build up Christ’s kingdom.

We look forward to seeing you in the Prayer Garden on the West side of the church building, near the fountain and tables. (Fellowship Hall if inclement weather).

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LGBTQ+ and Allies Small Group - New Book Study!

Thursdays, January 16 - April 10, 7-8PM in the Group Room

Join this small group at any time for a weekly book study on Life After Doom: Wisdom and Courage for a World Falling Apart. The study will explore the complexity of hope and resilience during deeply challenging times.

If you are struggling to cheer in the new year, join this small group to find solace and support to process your discomfort.

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Winter Bible Study - The Bible's Big Story, Our Story

Sundays, January 5 - March 9, 2025, 9:45 - 10:45AM
in the Fellowship Hall

Each session stands alone so come as you can – no homework. Kick off the New Year by digging into the best story ever written!

Based on a biblical literacy program developed by Rev. Dr. Harold N. Wendt, whose materials formed a worldwide interdenominational ministry, you’ll discover an easy-to-follow timeline that helps make sense of the Bible and how the stories come together to create the bigger picture. Come learn more about the stories already written while leaning into your own story that God is still writing today.

Winter Bible Study

Southwood Monthly Book Club

Third Thursday from 7-8PM, in the Fellowship Hall.

3 Reasons to join a book club:

1. Make new friends.
2. Live longer. Yep, there’s actual research!
3. Expand your thinking by hearing others’ perspectives.

March Book of the Month: When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi. Gather to discuss Thursday, March 20.

Childcare may be provided if there’s interest.

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