Gethsemane Evangelical Lutheran Church's Organizations

WOMEN OF GETHSEMANE

The women of Gethsemane attend two LWMS rallies a year (one in the spring and one in the fall). These rallies are held at a church in our LWMS circuit. The purpose of these rallies is for fellowship with our sister congregations, Bible study, and to encourage a heart for missions. Throughout the year we gather money to be sent to both the national and circuit LWMS for use on projects selected each year. We gather a collection once a year to send to our assigned missionaries through LWMS. Birthday and anniversary cards are also sent to our missionaries and their children throughout the year.

The purpose of GIFT is to give high school age students an opportunity to gather around God's Word on a weekly basis, to learn from each other, to support one another, to serve the Lord together and to provide God pleasing social activities. GIFT meets for Bible study every Sunday morning at 10:45. Several social activities are planned throughout the year and are advertised in the newsletter and church calendar.

The Children of Gethsemane is intended to provide Christian fellowship for the young people of our congregation. Children of Gethsemane meets once per month with activities planned throughout the year. Our meetings begin with devotion based on God's Word. Some of these activities take place at church in the form of Game Nights, Lock-Ins and outdoor fun; other activities include nature hikes and trips to the zoo. The Children of Gethsemane are also encouraged to use their gifts to serve the Lord.

'Moms and Tots' is a new group at Gethsemane. Throughout the year parents of toddlers (ages 0-6) are encouraged to bring their children to group activities. Unlike GIFT and Children of Gethsemane, parents (dads, you are invited too!) are encouraged to participate in the activities. Pastor will share simple Bible stories and truths. This is a great organization which will not only provide young children the opportunity to grow in Jesus and to play with other children, but it also provides parents the opportunity to interact with other moms and dads who are raising children of similar ages.