Passport for Learning!

Christus Victor offers many adult education opportunities both in-person and digitally throughout the year.  Some of our groups meet year-round while others meet for shorter lengths of time. Our groups that meet year-round usually do a series of smaller studies. 


In-Person Opportunities

(please inquire about childcare at least 1 week in advance)

 

Explore Christus Victor

for those interested in finding out more about how God is working through Christus Victor and those seeking membership.

Offered on Sundays, September 22, January 26, & April 27, 10:15am to Noon in Fellowship Hall.

(Please inquire about childcare at least 1 week before)


ALPHA

Enter a space for honest and open conversations about life’s biggest questions. Everyone is welcome, you can jump in at any point throughout the 11 weeks & no questions are off-limits.

September 18 - November 27, 2024

Wednesday Nights at Christus Victor

6:15pm - Pizza Dinner

6:30-7:30pm - Session with video & discussion groups

Alpha en espanol - coming soon!


Sunday Morning Learning

Come and learn more about faith from a Lutheran perspective. 10-11am Sunday Mornings

Pre-registration not required; come when you can and at any session. Please inquire about childcare at least 1 week in advance.

Sept 1 - Sept 29

“Lutheranism 101" with Pastor Melanie

January 12 - March 2

"ALPHA: Lord’s Prayer" 15-minute videos with questions

March 9 - April 13, 2025

"Emotionally Healthy Spirituality” with Deacon Annette


Men In Action

Men in Action is a faith group designed specifically for men and meets each Saturday at 7:00 am at Christus Victor.


GriefShare

You don’t have to grieve alone! Join our weekly sessions to help you move through the loss of your loved one. Our space is safe, and we are here to support you. Your pain is real, valid, and we understand.

Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:00pm for 13 weeks.

Oct 22 & 29 Nov 5, 12, & 19

Dec 3, 10, & 17 Jan 7, 14, 21, & 28 Feb 4

Sessions are self-contained, and anyone is welcome ANYTIME! Have questions? Contact GriefShare@cvlutheran.org


Financial Peace University

Allow your money to stand for who you are and what you believe. Sundays from 10-11am at Christus Victor.

Pre-registration is required. Cost $80.

Contact: Ruben Hinojosa (847) 815-7914, rhinojosa23@gmail.com or Ben Jarosch (847) 772-1014, JAROSCH.BEN@gmail.com

January 12 - March 9 (Please inquire about childcare)


Tiny Devotional Booklets

“Thy Word in Season" gets you in the Word every day. Pick yours up at the front of church today.


Digital Participation Opportunities

 

Monday Night Bible Study

The Monday Night Bible Study meets year-round, usually every other Monday via Zoom. We have many lively book discussions, some including video portions for enhancement. All are welcome to join in!

“The Chosen” Season 4, Watch & Discussion 7pm

Sept 9 & 23, Oct 7 & 21, Nov 4 & 18 and Dec 2 & 16

Contacts for the Zoom link:


Daily Digitized Bible

Get the YouVersion Bible app and be reminded to get into the Word daily. Join your Christus Victor friends in completing pre-selected "Plans".

app.bible.com


Daily Neighborhood Prayer App

This app helps you intentionally get to know, pray and care for the people you live by. app.blesseveryhome.com


Haiku and the Psalms

Receive a weekly email, and be delighted to read original haiku, based on the assigned lectionary psalm. (In collaboration with All Saints Lutheran in Mt. Pleasant, SC)

Contact: Jim at eclakes3344@gmail.com to subscribe.

Please ask for the "weekly writer 1 version" of haiku.


Intergenerational Ministries

At Christus Victor, we are gifted with a community full of people who represent all the generations! Intergenerational ministry bridges the gap between age groups, aids in combatting loneliness and isolation, and gives people a sense of purpose, a place to learn new skills, and spaces to share our stories.

 

I’m Here for the Food(Pantry) 5K

Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 21, 2024, 8 a.m., at Elk Grove’s Busse Woods Grove #32 for a great cause!

Register for the 5K below:


“Gifts I Can Share” Series

Oct 5th and 6th through Nov 2nd and 3rd

with 5-week Sermon Series

Listening Prayer Sessions:

  • Saturday, October 5th - 6pm

  • Sunday, October 6th - 12pm

  • Sunday, October 20th - 10am & 12pm

Kick off the Series at the “PACK THE HOUSE” Event on Sunday, Oct 6th and conclude with the “Bring in the Harvest” Meal & Celebration on Sunday, November 3rd between services

 

What is “PACK THE HOUSE”?

All generations are invited to pack as many Operation Christmas Child boxes as we can, with supplies purchased through $ raised during Scuba VBS. Treats & coffee. Come & pack, or to sit and enjoy your faith community, packing abundance!


Annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner

Saturday, November 23, 2024

A bountiful & traditional handmade Thanksgiving Feast served with love from volunteers & enjoyed among friends and family.


Elf Breakfast

Sunday, December 1, 2024

Spaghetti with maple syrup? Pancakes with candy? Well, maybe! But, for sure, food and fun with faith friends.


Exodus World Service Education Event

Sunday February 2, 2025 9:55 - 10:55

Jody May from Exodus will be with us to lead ALL generations in a hands-on learning event.


Community in Lent

Dinner & Holden Evening Worship Services, begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Dinner 6pm

Service 7pm


Agape Meal

Experience the Last Supper during this Maundy Thursday dinner alongside our 1st communion students on Thursday, April 17, 2025

Dinner 6pm

Service 7pm


If you have any questions about these opportunities, email:

info@cvlutheran.org