Small groups

fall 2024

one time classes and special small groups

First Step - This casual, one-time class gives you an opportunity to:
learn more about Rimrock Church, ask questions, get connected,        meet staff, visit with Elders, and meet new friends.  
Main campus offerings this fall will be on Sept 15th or Nov 10th at 10:30am in Room 201/Gathering Place.  For more information, email Julie at getconnected@rimrockchurch.com

Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner - This great event is back at Rimrock and is open to any adults (and infants if needed) who enjoy good food, fun & connecting with old friends & meeting new ones. 
Sign up and our coordinators will put you in small groups at designated host homes for dinner on the 3rd Saturday of the month. This is not a potluck. The host provides all the fixings. Each participant will have a chance to host at least once during the year, at a time that works best for them. Our first gathering is scheduled for Saturday, September 21 at 6:00 pm. The location will be shared with those who sign up.
Sign up with this link:  bit.ly/Rimrockdinner  For more information, contact Rachael Cattin at rachael.cattin@gmail.com

Community Membership Class - This two-part series is an invitation to membership at Rimrock Church and gives insight into becoming actively engaged in our Rimrock worship community. Meeting two consecutive Sundays at the Main Campus Oct 20 & 27 at 10:30 am in Room 201/The Gathering Place. For more info contact Julie at getconnected@rimrockchurch.com

Community Membership Class - Meeting Nov 18 from 6-8:15 pm at Rimrock Downtown.  The same two classes as listed above all in one night.  For more info contact Julie at getconnected@rimrockchurch.com

sundays at the main campus

Zephaniah: Breaking Through the Fog of Complacency. Join us for this verse-by-verse study.  Starting Sept 8 at  9:00 am in MC Room 201. Led by Sherman Westvig & Daren Beckloff.

A verse-by-verse study of 1 Peter: Discovering the posture of poise, that Grace makes possible, as we go through suffering.  StartingSept 8
 9:00 am in MC Library.  Led Jim Aasgard.

1 Corinthians - Considered by many to be one of Paul's most difficult and broad-ranging letters. Join us for additional background and discussion of the Pastor's sermons as we wade through a wide scope of imminently relevant topics. Starting Sept 8 at 9 am in MC Room 109.  Led by Christian Dietz, Lee Miller, and Boomer Roland.

Book of James - A verse-by-verse study. Starting Sept 8 at 10:30 am in MC Room 202. Led by Mikel Homa.

Kids' Ministry at 9 am & 10:30 am (Infant to 5th Grade) - We are in the middle of a 3-year journey exploring the big story of the Bible, using The Gospel Project. Kids Ministry Rooms. Led by Boomer Roland, Rachel Benham & Leslie Homa.  
Youth Ministry -Middle School (MS) & High School (HS) at 9 am are in the middle of a 3-year journey, exploring the big story of the Bible, using The Gospel Project.  MS is meeting in the Youth Center & Led by Lindsey Hodgson. HS is meeting in the A-Frame & Led by Josh Hodgson.

sundays at the downtown campus

Back to the Basics - Join us for a discussion on an overview of starting aspects of our faith. Let’s get to know the Bible and journey closer to God together. Meeting Sundays starting Sept 22 at 10:30 am at Rimrock Downtown Upstairs Conference Room. Led by John Anderson.

Kids’ Ministry at 900 am & 10:30 am (Infant to 5th grade) - We are in the middle of a 3-year journey exploring the big story of the Bible, using The Gospel Project. Meeting in Kids Ministry Rooms. Led by the Rimrock Downtown kid’s ministry team.

wednesdays at the main campus

Church History-First 200 years -  Starting at 6:30 pm in MC Room 202.  Led by Mikel Homa.

Practicing the Way - An introduction to spiritual formation & exploration of the practices seen in Jesus’ life.  Starting at 6:30 pm in the MC room  Led by Seth & Meaghan Lundeen.

Men’s Group-Living the Christian Life in Anticipation of the 2nd Coming of Christ - A study through 1-2 Peter. Starting at 6:30 pm in the MC Office Upstairs.  Led by Daren Beckloff and Tim Shoemaker.

Men’s Group-Encounters with God - A study of personal encounters with God throughout the Bible and what He reveals about His character through those interactions.  Starting at 6:30 pm at MC Room 201.  Led by Josh Nebelsick & Ben Green.

Women’s Study: Women of the Word Foundations - This small group takes us through the foundations of the faith. This two-semester class will explore the importance of biblical theology and solid Bible study practices as we go through two books, You Are A Theologian by Jen Wilkin and JT English, and Women Of The Word by Jen Wilkin. Starting at 6:30 pm in MC Room 110. Led by Katie Nebelsick.

Women’s Study:  Women of the Word Colossians - Have you already completed our small group "Foundations" study? If so, continue on with us into the book of Colossians. We will be using the framework that Jen Wilkin lays out in the book, Women Of The Word, to take a deep dive into scripture. Starting at 6:30 pm in MC Room 109.  Led by Noelle Ligtenberg, Jill Green, and Rachael Cattin.

Shadowlands Grief Recovery Group - This 10-week group provides a faith-based perspective on the journey of loss to a restored sense of peace & joy. In this group, we will walk together as leaders and participants, to grieve, mourn, and lament as well as heal from experiences of loss.  Meeting Wednesdays, Sept 11-Nov 13 at 6:30 pm in the MC Office Conference Rm. Led by Lee & Jane Miller, Doug Karns & Michelle Westvig.

Preschool Kids Ministry - Each Wednesday night, preschoolers will review the story from Sunday with new activities and hands-on stations. Preschool Rooms, Led by Rachel Benham & the Kid’s Ministry Team.
Kids' Ministry (1st to 5th Grade) - Kids will be in disciple groups.  Together with their group leaders they will focus on loving Jesus fully by obeying Jesus fully.  As we consider the life of Jesus & the Spirit’s work in Acts, kids will be encouraged to know & obey God’s Word.  Kids Ministry Room, Led by Boomer Roland & the Kids' Ministry Team.
Youth Ministry (6th-12th Grade) - Join us for a time of worship, teaching & small groups, with fellowship & application of God's Word.
Youth Center, Led by Josh Hodgson & the youth ministry team.

wednesdays at the downtown campus

Succeeding in Marriage: The 5 Love Languages and Other Tips for Living for a Lifetime - Join us to learn how to love your spouse better using the 5 love languages and other tips learned over 26 years of marriage. Childcare, books, and snacks are provided.   Meeting Wednesdays for 7 weeks starting Oct 2 at 6:30 pm at Rimrock Downtown.  Led by Jerry & Kari-Ann Casper. RSVP to jerrylcasper@gmail.com for childcare.

Mondays

Women’s Study: One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp - In this 8-week study, we will delve into what it means to slow down, let go of control and fear, and intentionally embrace a lifestyle of radical gratitude. Meeting starting on Sept 9 on Monday evenings from 6-7:30 pm at Rimrock Downtown. Led by Kristi Button.

Apologetics - Practical conversations based on Greg Koukl's book Tactics and Street Smarts. Meeting from 5:30-6:30 pm at Rimrock Downtown.  Starts September 23. Led by Christian Dietz.

tuesdays

Women’s Study: Exodus - In this 10-session verse-by-verse study of Exodus 1-18, Jen Wilkin shows us that Israel’s story is our story.   Meeting Tuesdays from 9-11 am at the Main Campus Room 109.  Led by Wyonne Kaemingk and Kathy Breedlove.

Successful Parenting: Avoiding Common Mistakes - This is a super practical discussion about how to create an environment in your home for biblical parenting.Uses the book 8 Errors Parents Make and How to Avoid Them by Michael Brock. One book per couple is required and available for $10 from the church office or Pastor Boomer. (boomer@rimrockchurch.com) to sign up or ask questions.
Childcare is provided if needed. Please RSVP your childcare need to Boomer by Sept 4. Meets twice each month on Tuesdays beginning Sept 10 from 6 pm-7:30 pm at Rimrock Downtown. Led by Boomer Roland.

Know Your Bible, Change Your Life - Intro to and using a simple Bible Study technique to go deeper into God's Word. The topic will be prayer - studying the prayers of Hezekiah, Nehemiah, David, and Jesus. Sign up by sending your name to harlofam@live.com. Meeting Tuesdays for 4 weeks, Oct 1-22 from 6:00-7:15 pm at Rimrock Downtown. Led by Micki Harlow.