Adult Formation
The Bible is not only a sacred book, but is the very Word of God. It is a message from God which has direct relevance to our daily lives. If you desire to know God better then consider joining a Bible study group.
Classes are offered several times a year, based on interest. Please watch the bulletin for new class announcements or contact the office 608-884-3038 or admin@stjoeedgerton.org for starting dates and further information.
2021 Lenten Bible Studies
This Lent grow in your knowledge and love of God, Jesus and scripture. The following studies are being offered. The Sign- Up sheet will be in the vestibule starting the January 30th. We hope you will join one!

Filmed on location in the Holy Land, No Greater Love is a biblical pilgrimage that reveals Christ’s amazing love for us. Edward Sri guides you through the last hours of Christ’s life. You will walk step-by-step with Jesus from the garden of Gethsemane to Mount Calvary. Every step of the way, Old Testament prophecies, messianic expectations, biblical symbolism, and historical context shed light on the mystery of Christ’s suffering and death. Experience a deeper understanding and appreciation of God’s immeasurable and unconditional love for you—grow closer to Jesus than you ever have before.
Leader: Becky Eastman rleastman86@gmail.com
St. Joseph Catholic Church, Tuesdays 6-8pm
5 Weeks Beginning March 2
$15 Book Fee

Enrich your experience of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus through reflection on the Sunday Lent and Easter Scriptures. Questions on the words and actions of Jesus and his followers, and the Old Testament stories prefiguring or predicting his mission, open our eyes to God’s ways in the world and in our hearts.
Leaders: Melanie Wentler & Jim Newcomb winky83@frontier.com
St. Joseph Catholic Church, Tuesdays 10-11:30 am
7 Weeks Beginning February 16
No Cost

The Purpose-Driven Life takes the groundbreaking message of the award-winning Purpose-Driven Church and goes deeper, applying it to the lifestyle of individual Christians. This book helps readers understand God’s incredible plan for their lives. Warren enables them to see the big picture of what life is all about and begin to live the life God created them to live.
*** This Bible Study is Full ***
Leader: Dennis Pauli

The Crux is an introductory Bible study that leads your group through the kerygma, the basic proclamation of the Gospel, and culminates in an invitation to accept the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Leader: Kelly Schauf K3jsch@gmail.com
Via Zoom, Day TBD, 6:30 pm
5 Weeks Beginning the Week of February 7
No Cost

Believe focuses on episodes when Jesus changed people’s lives. The questions that follow are designed to spark discussion and allow each person to consider how the story applies to his or her own life.
Leader: Joyce Albright albrightfam@charter.net
Joyce’s home, Day TBD, Mornings
6 Weeks, Beginning the Week of April 4
No Cost – or book can be purchased

Enrich your experience of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus through reflection on the Sunday Lent and Easter Scriptures. Questions on the words and actions of Jesus and his followers, and the Old Testament stories prefiguring or predicting his mission, open our eyes to God’s ways in the world and in our hearts.
Leader: Donna Curley curleydonna5@gmail.com
St. Mary Parish, Sundays 9:30 am
7 Weeks Beginning February 7
No Cost

Filmed on location in the Holy Land, No Greater Love is a biblical pilgrimage that reveals Christ’s amazing love for us. Edward Sri guides you through the last hours of Christ’s life. You will walk step-by-step with Jesus from the garden of Gethsemane to Mount Calvary. Every step of the way, Old Testament prophecies, messianic expectations, biblical symbolism, and historical context shed light on the mystery of Christ’s suffering and death. Experience a deeper understanding and appreciation of God’s immeasurable and unconditional love for you—grow closer to Jesus than you ever have before.
Leader: Jay Kjendle Jkjendle16@yahoo.com
Milton Family Restaurant, Saturdays 8-9:30 am
5 Weeks Beginning February 27
$15 Book Fee