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Community Matters
April 12, 2024 | by Jean Salisbury
Community MattersBy Jean Salisbury When I joined Southwood Lutheran Church, I did not know anyone in the church, having moved from a small town...
Faith growth in community allows you to learn from others and feel supported as you build relationships. Whether it's a Sunday morning pastor-led class in the Fellowship Hall, a Men's or Women's study or a Small Group that meets in a home, there's always someone waiting to journey with you.


Many of us are familiar with the stories of Jesus in the Gospel that we learned in Sunday School and periodic readings. We may even be able to recite some of the memory passages. Yet is there more to the stories? In this study, we’ll explore the deeper layers—uncovering historical and cultural backgrounds, connections to the Old Testament, theological insights, and the lasting impact these stories had on those who lived them and on us today. A cord of multiple (deeper-layered) strands is not quickly torn apart Ecclesiastes 4:12.

Are you curious about faith and the basics of Christianity? Or are you looking to reengage and deepen your understanding of your faith? Alpha is a welcoming, conversation-based series that creates space to explore life’s big questions in a friendly, open environment.
Gather around a table in the Fellowship Hall to hear perspectives on faith, ask honest questions, and join meaningful conversations with others. Each week we will view a short lesson around a topic of faith. Snacks provided.

Program: Why We Go: Discovering Southwood Missions
Why does Southwood engage in mission—and how do we live it out together? Join us for this Southwood Seniors gathering as we explore the heart of mission at Southwood Lutheran Church. Malissa Pauling, Southwood's Director of Missions, will reflect on the why behind our mission work, the values that guide it, and the many ways God calls us to serve—locally and beyond. This conversation invites us to see mission not just as something we do, but as a faithful response to God’s love at work in the world.