2026 Fall Bible Classes

Everyone is welcome at any Bible class at any time, even if you have not been attending since the beginning.

Sundays

Adult Bible Class  Begins September 20

9:00 a.m. at Living Hope & Bloomington Lutheran Church

Title: Helping the Hurting with Hope

This Bible class is to help participants appreciate the role of compassion in a Christian’s personal and congregational life. It provides gospel motivation for participants to go beyond their comfort zones and act in compassionate ways through the Spirit’s power. Where the Bible class succeeds in cultivating compassion, congregations will be better spiritual refuges for people with broken lives and welcome people looking for a church family where they can walk a new path after release from prison, or in recovery from addiction, or starting a new life after a public fall into sin.

Jr. High Empower Bible Study (Grades 5-8)   Begins September 20

9:00 a.m. at Living Hope

We are excited to offer middle-school-age students an opportunity for Biblical teaching and discussion during the Education hour on Sunday mornings. Each week we will examine different topics and sections of the Bible and apply them to our lives as young Christians. Sometimes, we do other activities and projects during the time to keep our Sunday mornings filled with adventure and variety.

Sr. High Horizon (Grades 9-12)   6:30 p.m. at Living Hope   Begins September 20

On Sunday Nights, we look forward to gathering together with other Christian teens. It is a great time to connect through snacks and games, and to discuss issues that are looming large in our lives. We do our best to blend in solid Biblical study with real-life applications on the topics in front of us each week.

Tuesdays

Men’s Bible Class   6:30 a.m. at Bloomington Lutheran School   Begins September 15

“As the head of the family should teach them in the simplest way to those in his household”. This was Martin Luther’s encouragement to use his small catechism as a tool to teach our families the foundations of the Christian faith. We will explore the core foundations of the Christian faith, covering the Ten Commandments, the Apostles' Creed, the Lord's Prayer, and the Sacraments. Come join us on Tuesday mornings at 6:30am at Bloomington Lutheran School or virtually on zoom beginning Tuesday, September 15th.

Email Mark Edlund at medlund@thesfc.com to be added to the email list.

Deaf/Hard of Hearing Bible Study   6:00 p.m. at Living Hope Lutheran Church   Begins September 8

We will be studying “Bible Characters of the Old Testament”. Deaf bible study uses ZOOM and with an ASL interpreter. We will meet each Tuesday at 6PM.

Contact Pastor Krueger at brian.krueger@mybllh.org for more information.

Adulting Bible Study    7:00 p.m. at Living Hope Lutheran Church   Begins September 8

This is a group for adults in their 20s and 30s who want to grow in their knowledge of God’s Word, and in their relationships with other Christians.

Please consider joining the Adulting Bible Study. We are starting a new study in September. It will be a good time to consider inviting someone new as well (though you can do that at any time).
Reminder that the Bible studies are from 7:00 - 8:30 PM at Living Hope's Living Room, and we like to try to start social nights at 6:30 when possible.

Bible Study: September 8, 22, October 6, 20, November 3, 17, December 8

Social Night: September 29, October 27, December 1

Families with Young Children Bible Study    6:30 p.m. at alternating homes in Bloomington   Begins September 15

Meets the Second Tuesday of the month in homes with child care- 6:30 PM

(September 15, October 13, November 10, December 8,)

 Parents have a lot of tough conversations with their children- and they should! Some tough conversations come early and others parents wish to have later. And there are some conversations parents wish they wouldn’t have at all! This year, we will be studying Talk Now and Later: How to Lead Kids Through Life’s Tough Topics by Brian Dollar. Throughout this book we will see the importance of talking about God, death, self-image, sex, money, broken relationships, and more when kids are both young and old to train children up to know God and his Word. This book study will last the entire year. 

Childcare help is always needed! If you would like to help in this way, please contact us using the emails below. 

 Please contact Eric or Jill Wolf to sign up or if you have any questions. (eric.wolf@mybllh.org) (jill.wolf@mybllh.org)

Starting a secondary Families with Young Children Bible Study later this fall!

Wednesdays

Adult Bible Class  10:30 a.m. at Bloomington Lutheran Church  Begins September 9

John was part of Jesus’ inner circle. He is called “the disciple whom Jesus loved.” There are many conversations and teaching moments that Jesus had with John, along with Peter and James, that the other disciples may not have heard. The Gospel of John, then, is a beautiful supplement to the other three gospels. The purpose of John’s gospel is clear. “These are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.” (20:31) Let’s take a look at the life and ministry of Jesus from a different and deeper perspective as John writes under the influence of the Holy Spirit.

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Women of Hope Bible Study  In the Living Room at Living Hope 

Morning Session - 9:15-11:00 a.m. (every Wednesday beginning Sept 9)

Join us on Wednesdays from 9:15-11:00 am at the Living Hope Living Room for fellowship, prayer and Bible study. Starting on Sept 9, we will be meeting to study, "Jude: Contending for the Faith in Today’s Culture", by Jackie Hill Perry.

While it is one of the shortest books in the Bible, the Book of Jude packs a powerful punch for Christians navigating modern culture. In this video-driven study, author and teacher Jackie Hill Perry dives deep into Jude’s urgent call to "earnestly contend for the faith."

Together, we will learn how to spot modern deceptions, stand firm in biblical truth, and extend Christ's mercy to those around us. Before Jude gives a single command, he reminds us of our ultimate security: we are called, loved, and kept by God. Whether you are new to the Bible or have studied it for years, you are welcome here!

We will spend time weekly in prayer, small group discussion and fellowship.  To get the most out of our time together, the study includes some at home weekly reading and reflection pages. It is designed to easily fit into a busy schedule. Participants will need a study guide and a Bible.

If you need help purchasing a study guide or have questions, reach out to Tracy Birkholz at tabirkholz@gmail.com."

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Women’s Bible Study   In the Living Room at Living Hope Evening Session - 7:00-8:30 p.m. September 9, 23, October 7, 21, November 4, 18, December 2

This fall, our Wednesday Evening Women's Bible Study will be using the study "Hebrews: The Nearness of King Jesus" by Lisa Harper. Here is a description:

The Book of Hebrews is a rich, dense section of Scripture that can intimidate the most scholarly biblical student. But Lisa Harper makes digging into Hebrews fun and doable, as only she can, without losing an ounce of depth. Hebrews was a sermon for a specific people and culture in the midst of martyrdom and persecution, but is also so relevant for us today, reminding us to continue walking toward Jesus regardless of our culture or our circumstances. Join Lisa as she journeys through this bridge between the Old and New Testaments to get to the heart of the matter: Jesus is our accessible King. He is not a faraway God, but an up-close Redeemer who draws near to us. Hebrews helps women make the connection between God the Father and God the Son and reminds us that Jesus is supreme, but He is also compassionate, empathetic, and loving to no end.

Here is the link to the Bible Study Book + Streaming Access on Lifeway. (The Bible Study Book with no video access is also available).

Hebrews Bible Study Book with Video

We hope you can join us! For questions email Nicole Dub at  nicole.dub@mybllh.org. 

Thursdays

Adult Bible Study  7:00 p.m. at the home of Eric and Jill Wolf  Begins September 17

(September 17, October 15, November 19, December 17)

Meets the third Thursday of each month- 6:30 pm

Peter is one of the most recognizable figures in the New Testament. The Bible teaches Peter’s highlights as well as his lowlights. This Bible study is being changed into a book study for the coming year. We will be reading Peter, Theologian of the Cross by WELS Pastor and professor Michael Berg. In this book, we will see Peter’s transformation from a disciple who transformed from one who believed in the theology of glory to one who trusted in the theology of the cross. We will see how Peter’s story and Jesus’ cross impact our life and understanding today through our lives on this earth. 

Please contact Eric or Jill Wolf to sign up or if you have any questions. (eric.wolf@mybllh.org) (jill.wolf@mybllh.org)

Saturdays

Men’s Bible Breakfast © In the Living Room at Living Hope © Begins October 24

– 9:00-10:30 a.m.(October 24, November 21, December 12)

Men’s Bible Breakfast is a Bible Study and Fellowship Opportunity. We will gather at Living Hope every 4-6 weeks on a Saturday morning for breakfast followed by a Bible study. Breakfast will be at 9:00 AM and Bible study will be at 9:30 AM. If you would like to bring a favorite breakfast item, head to this link to sign up or scan the QR code: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B4AA5AD2BA3FC1-58350680-mens

On Saturday, September 26th, we are hosting an Evangelism Seminar at BLC, so we are encouraging you to attend that rather than holding a conflicting event.

Online Bible Studies Available Anytime

Looking to add a quick devotion as part of your daily routine? Bloomington Living Hope members have FREE access through RightNow Media to a huge online library of over 10,000 video Bible studies, leadership videos, and kids’ shows. It is like the Netflix of Bible study videos! This free access to thousands of video resources can help you with parenting, marriage, discipleship, and more. Once you sign up, download the free app for your iPhone or Android and use it anywhere, anytime! Sign up at https://www.rightnowmedia.org/Account/Invite/bllh.

There are many Bible Studies available via Rightnow Media, see our Online Bible Studies page for more details.