Education Ministry

Our goal is that every member is growing in knowing the truths of God through Bible study. 

This includes providing a variety of opportunities and the development of materials helpful in growth in knowledge. 

Weekly Bible Study Opportunities:

Sunday Morning Children's Bible Studies

• 9:00 am New! Kids Growing in Christ!

• 10:30 am Preschool Kids Kount

• 10:30 am Kids Kount

Sunday Youth Studies

• 9:00 am Confirmation Class

• 9:00 am High School Class

• 7:00 pm High School Study

Sunday Morning Adult Bible Studies

• 8:00 am Early Bird

• 9:00 am Adult Study

• 10:30 am Adult Study

Wednesday Morning Study

Basics Bible Study

Second Step Bible Study

Small Group Studies

Individual Discipleship Plan

Discipleship Path

Links to information on the historic Lutheran Faith

Questions about life issues?

On-Line Resources

Concordia Seminary on iTunes U (an excellent educational resource!)

Sunday Morning Children's Studies

9:00 a.m.  Inviting all children K-6^th grade The Lord comes to us in our weakness, revealing Himself. Today at 9:00 we will learn the story of Philip and the Ethiopian and how the Lord revealed Himself in the preaching and teaching Philip delivered to the Ethiopian.  See you in room 6…remember to bring your Bibles. Any questions, please contact Sheri Fraga (925) 337-0046. 

10:30 a.m. Preschool Kids Kount . . . Growing Together in Christ  We meet in the preschool building, and parents are welcome to come but not required.  It will continue to be a fun hour of singing, crafts, snack, and a Bible lesson, learning about God's love for us. If you have any questions you may talk with Kirsten Cox at (510) 623-1529 or marknkirsten@sbcglobal.net

10:30 a.m. Kids Kount  K through 6^th grade  In God's eye's, the highest recognition goes to the humblest servant. Mom's need appreciation for the humble service they give us. Today in Kids Kount we celebrate the gift of our moms, grandmothers... If you have any questions please contact Lisa Andrade at 793-3366 ext.242

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Every Sunday morning there are three different opportunities for Bible study (all in the Alpha Room).  Adult Bible Studies offer a different form of Christian fellowship; open attendance policies combined with convenient meeting times, centered around God’s word, allow the development of a wide variety of Christian friends and acquaintances.  Adult Bible Studies usually use inductive methods, making for significant individual participation, discovery, and some life application.

8:00 a.m.  Early Bird Study  Next Sunday we begin a new study of The Lord’s Prayer as seen through the eyes of Middle Eastern Christians. We invite you to join us for this journey into the life and mind of Jesus, a Middle Easterner himself. The coffee will be hot, and the “early birds” will be awake. Led by Pastor Sauer.

9:00 a.m.  Resurrection Appearances of Jesus  Here is tangible help to develop deliberate personal goals that allow you to grow in your relationship with Jesus. Jenny Dormoy will lead “Developing an Individual Discipleship Plan.”

10: 30 a.m. “Christian Caregiving: a Way of Life”  Today in our continuing series on “Christian Caregiving: a Way of Life” we will look at “The Tools of the Trade.” How can we best use prayer and the Bible to support ourselves and others through life’s struggles? When dos caregiving become Christian? This class will normally be led by Pastor Sauer through June 22.

All adult studies are in the Alpha Room, there’s Kid’s Kount and nursery, so grab your coffee and join us!   

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Join Pastor Zelt at 10:30 a.m. in Alpha each week for a time of study. Last week we began the book of Ruth, a refreshing change after our study in Judges.

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Have you felt God tugging on you, but you don’t really know where to start in your spiritual life?  The Basics Bible Study is a good place to begin.  It runs for five weeks and covers . . . well, the basics.  This includes addressing questions like

• “Who is God?” 

• “How do I know God cares about me?” 

• “Why is Jesus so important?” “How can I hear God speak to me?”

• “What are the big things God wants me to know?” 

Pastor Zelt leads this study on Monday evenings from 7:00-8:30 p.m., beginning January 14 and continuing through February 11. Child care is provided, everyone is invited, and you don’t need to sign up in advance.  Questions?  Call the church office at 793-3366. If you would like to help with the childcare during the BASICS classes, please contact Evon Thomas at 793-3366 x265.

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This class is the follow up study to Basics. If you started with Basics and want to continue, or if you have been part of Basics before, we invite you to join us for this study. We meet on Monday evenings, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m., for six weeks in the Alpha Room, beginning March 31 through May 5. Childcare is provided. After this study, those who are considering joining Prince of Peace can do so afterward. The topics include:

If you have any questions, please contact the church office at 793-3366.

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Well, small groups are the ideal place to start.  These groups give you an opportunity to meet other members and friends of Prince of Peace, as well as a place to study God's Word in an intimate and supportive setting.  See Sue Torres or Sue Zelt for information on hooking up with a group. Contact a group leader if you are interested in joining one of the following groups:

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Individual Discipleship Plan

You got the book mark, now attend the seminar!  Do you have a clear plan for how you will grow in your faith over the coming months?  A coach guides an athlete so he can perform better, just like a financial planner puts you on a course to better off financially.  Why not develop an Individual Discipleship Plan?  There are two identical upcoming 1½ hour seminars specifically designed to guide you in developing a plan for your spiritual growth. 

Each seminar walks through six areas of growth, providing tools to assess where you are at and what might be your best next step.  All the seminars will be in the Alpha Room.  Questions?  Talk with Jenny Dormoy, Pastor Zelt, or your small group leader.

 Saturday, February 2, at 2:00 p.m.

Saturday, February 9, at 10:30 a.m.

Sunday, March 9, at 2:00 p.m.

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