Life Groups

When you share your life with a community of fellow believers, we call that “fellowship.” St. John writes, “We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard, so that you also may have fellowship with us. And our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son, Jesus Christ” (1 John 1:3). When believers are united to God, they are inevitably united to one another also.

This is necessary. God did not design human beings to face life on their own. Instead, he intended for believers to be woven together in a community so that they might encourage one another as together they walk the often difficult path of life. Consider these words of direction from the Scripture, intended for all Christians.

  • Be devoted to one another in love. – Romans 12:10
  • Encourage one another and build each other up. – 1 Thessalonians 5:11
  • Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. – Hebrews 10:24
  • Offer hospitality to one another. – 1 Peter 4:9

Purpose of Life Groups

Life Groups are one of the ways that Lamb of God carries out those Biblical directives. In summary, the purpose of Lamb of God’s Life Groups is to enable Christians to share their lives, knitting them together as a family, for mutual encouragement and strengthening.

Life Groups are a vital part of our ministry at Lamb of God. We are more than a friendly church; we are a church of friends. Life Groups can be where those friendships are made and nurtured.

Sessions

There are three sessions each year: Winter/Spring, Summer, and Fall. When you join a Life Group, you are committing for approximately three months. Life Groups may carry over from season to season, or something entirely new and exciting may show up in a new season! It's up to you what you'd like to participate in each season.

SUMMER 2026

May to August

FELLOWSHIP AND FITNESS

Type: Social Group

Description: Early morning hikes on South Mountain trails

Combine fitness and fellowship! Join with brothers and sisters in Christ to get early morning exercise in God’s Kingdom.

Facilitator: Laura Palmer, LBP@alum.mit.edu

Intended for: Anyone

Costs: Good hiking shoes

Meeting Times:

5:00am until about 6:00am on the following days.

  • May 19 - Telegraph Pass - Desert Classic
  • June 2 - 19th Ave. Trailhead
  • June 16 - Beverly Canyon Trail
  • June 30 - Pima Canyon Trailhead
  • July 14 - Warpaint Loop Trail
  • July 28 - Telegraph Pass
  • August 11 - Beverly Canyon Trail

SHARE & CARE

Type: Social Group

Description: Make a difference by joining together and sharing our gifts and talents through service projects. This group will engage in church and/or community service which shows our caring spirits while supporting those with specific needs.

Facilitator: Sarah Gulden, SJG480@cox.net

Intended for: Anyone & Everyone

Costs: None

Meeting Times:

Usually there will be no physical meeting places. Announcements will be made in the church bulletin and news for upcoming projects, deadlines, and how to support the efforts for those in need.


HOOKED ON FELLOWSHIP

Type: Social Group

Description: Join us for a two-session crochet group where we'll learn the basics, practice simple stitches, and work step by step on a beginner-friendly project. Those with experience are also welcome to come create and encourage others along the way. Adapted options will be available to help make crocheting comfortable and accessible, so everyone can participate and learn with a finished project. This relaxed, indoor summer activity is a great way to take a break from the heat while creating, learning, and connecting with others.

Facilitator: Hannah Coda, HannahLCoda@gmail.com

Intended for: Anyone & Everyone

Costs: None. Yarn and hooks will be provided.

Meeting Times:

Dates in August will be determined depending on interest. Meetings will be at church either two Saturday afternoons or two Sundays after Bible class. 


The ROMEOs

(Religious Old Men Eating Out)

Type: Social Group

Description: This group is open to men of any age who eat lunch. Retirees, work-from-homers, bored bachelors, or stay-at-home dads...are you tired of eating yesterday’s leftovers alone at your desk? Join the ROMEOs! This is a great way to meet and connect with fellow Christian men and have a good meal.

Facilitator: Dave Hackett, Romeos@DaveHackett.com

Intended for: Men who eat lunch

Cost: Cost of lunch

Time & Location: 12:30-1:30pm at various restaurants (TBD)

Dates:

  • Tuesday, May 19                        
  • Tuesday, June 16                      
  • Tuesday, July 21                     
  • Tuesday, August 18  

Watch the Lamb of God bulletins and emails for upcoming locations. If you have a suggestion for location, share with Dave.


FAITH & FLAVOR

Type: Social Group

Description: Faith & Flavor brings the Lamb of God church family together once a month for themed meals inspired by different cuisines and traditions. This Potluck series features a monthly themed meal—Italian, Mexican, chili night, Midwestern, and more—creating a fun and welcoming space for fellowship and community. Come hungry and leave connected!

Facilitator: Karen Woldahl,  kdahl8@gmail.com

Intended for: Anyone & everyone

Cost: A potluck dish

Dates:

May 30 - Mexican Fiesta hosted by the Woldahls

June 20 - International Flavors hosted by the Niskas

July - Host needed!

August - Host needed!

Please contact Karen if you would like to host a gathering.


CARING CARD MINISTRY

Type: Service Group

Caring Cards will take a break during the summer. Cards are still available at church, limited to what is on hand.

Description: Do you like to work with your hands? Do you want to get to know other church members? Join us in our laid-back times together to create greeting cards. In casual workshops, we design, assemble, and embellish handmade greeting cards used by the Card Ministry. Cards are distributed or mailed out when a greeting card is appropriate. An inventory of cards is always available for the congregation’s use. Donations for the cards are used to purchase supplies.

Facilitator: Jan Adams, janadams4053@gmail.com

Intended for: Anyone and everyone

Costs: All supplies are furnished so there are no costs for participants.


Lamb of God Life Group in the News!

One of our Life Groups—the ROMEOs—was interviewed and featured on the Channel 10 news in Phoenix.

This group (Religious Old Men Eating Out) meets once a month, and the men enjoy the fellowship and, of course, the food!

Watch the video for more about this group.

ROMEOs was also featured in the WELS magazine Forward In Christ January 2024 issue.