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Next Steps

Whether you are just starting to follow Jesus or have been a Christian your whole life, we all have a next step to take in experiencing the extraordinary life God desires for us. At Faith, we value encouraging each other to take the next step in their walk with God, because we believe that disciples of Jesus are continually growing in their relationship with God (Getting the LIfe), in their relationship with people in community (Experiencing the Life), and passionately learning to be more intentional in sharing the Gospel and generously supporting kingdom work (Giving the Life Away).

FIRST CONNECT

First Connect is a place where you can meet staff, share your story, learn how you and your family can get connected at Faith, and ask any questions you may have. We can’t wait to meet you!

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ROOTED

Beyond a program, seminar, or bible study, Rooted is a catalyst for life change. Rooted inspires questions and conversations, teaches seven key rhythms, and allows for impactful group experiences designed to help you find yourself in God’s story.

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SERVE

Why serve? Because it’s a great way to meet other people at Faith and, most importantly, because God wants us to serve joyfully out of love for Him. There are many serving opportunities available.

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GIVE

We are on a journey to move from being blessed to blessing others and give with gratitude in response to God’s grace and sacrificial love in Jesus, who already has met our deepest needs.

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LIFE GROUPS

A Life Group is a group of people striving to live out the Gospel together. Life Groups come together to live in a growing relationship with the Lord and one another, and to reach and serve people in a variety of places.

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GROUNDED

Students can experience this seven-week class grounding them in faithful beliefs of Lutheran doctrine, including weekly online preparation, a written testimony, and in-person discussion.

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LIFE GROUPS

Student Life Groups are small groups of students living out the Gospel together, led by dedicated adults who care about them. Leaders want to see them connected to the extraordinary life found in Jesus, becoming students that get the life, experience it, and give it away. Groups meet regularly to grow in faith as disciples and as friend,s and will have opportunities to serve throughout the year. Student Life Groups are formed by age and gender. The groups decide when to meet, but usually every other week.

SACRAMENTS ClASS

This class is for 5th grade and above, and is required prior to taking communion, and instructs students on baptism and the Lord’s Supper. At this class, each student will be presented with a catechism to use in conversation with their parents.

GROUNDED

Starting in middle school, Grounded is for students who have taken the next step in following Jesus by getting connected to a student life group. Grounded is a seven-part series that student life groups walk through together to dive deeper into Lutheran Doctrine with the Small Catechism. Life groups meet regularly for instruction, discussion, and prayer. Topics include: Introduction, Ten Commandments, The Creed(s), The Lord’s Prayer, Sacraments (“means of grace”): Baptism and the Lord’s Supper, The Christian Life (to include confession and absolution), What about... (Cultural conversations).

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STUDENT ROOTED

Rooted for students is a step along the discipleship pathway that parallels the adult version of Rooted. This is required to be included as a communicant member at Faith Oakville and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. This journey provides the opportunity to become rooted in Christ through faithful experiences and community. In addition to three readings per week, students will have a weekly challenge, a verbal testimony, and a way to encourage conversations about faith at home. Topics include: The Christian Narrative, Prayer, Worldly worries, Personal temptations, Serving, Spiritual gifts, Stewardship, Sharing your story, & The Church.

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MISSIONARY PATHWAY

During their senior year of high school, students go through Missionary Pathway to equip them for disciple making once they graduate. Many of us feel passionate about our faith, yet feel insecure about how to share faith with friends and neighbors in a culture not interested in church. Missionary Pathway provides a simple, repeatable framework for community engagement.

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