Naz Next Steps

Nazareth believes engaging in small groups and developing deep relationships with others is essential to the church body! Our adult small groups meet regularly to discuss life, explore scripture, encourage each other, and pray together. Every group has its own flavor, so we encourage you to explore and register for a small group using the link below. After submitting the form, we will reach out to you!

Study Groups

Nazareth's study groups focus on a specific topic and generally meet within a set time frame until the study is completed. The goal is to explore a subject and learn more about God and the Bible. Along with the study's primary focus, there is always a relational component.

SPRING/SUMMER 2025 OFFERINGS

Life Groups

Nazareth's life groups create space for Christ-followers to gather and develop deep relationships in a close community. Life groups generally meet continuously, rotating between studies and prioritizing relational needs: life discussions, prayer requests, etc. The goal is to connect and grow together over a more extended period.

SPRING/SUMMER 2025 OFFERINGS

Nazareth Study Group Leaders

Parents on Wednesdays

Facilitated by Sara Barnard
Meets on Wednesdays from 6-7:15 PM beginning September 18 through November 20. This is a group of parents of kids of all ages meeting to learn, relate and discuss from the study, ways to parent from a Biblical worldview. This semester we will be using “The Art of Parenting” provided by FamilyLife as our study and guide. This study aims to help parents make faith the core of their parenting with intentional, biblical teaching and Christ-centered plans. Parents will end the experience with renewed confidence, fresh insights on raising children at different ages, and a parenting plan unique to each child’s personality and gifting.

Inspired by Psalm 127:4, this new eight-session small-group study is video based and covers the following topics:

The Goal of Parenting
Forming Character
Applying Discipline
Building Relationships
Understanding Identity
Nurturing Identity
Preparing for Mission
The Power of Family

We will plan to have a couple of FAMILY service opportunities during each semester.

Childcare and programming is provided for kids of parents attending the group or other groups during the same timeframe. This group is OPEN to new members.
Childcare provided.
(Room 160)

Prail Men’s Life Group

Facilitated by Dave Prail
Saturdays at 7:30 AM. While digging into God's word, enjoy fellowship with other men across generations. This group is OPEN to new attendees.
No Childcare is provided.
(Room 160)

The Life of Christ

Facilitated by Andy Walser
Wednesdays at 12pm and Thursdays at 10:30am will start January 8 & 9, 2025. Have you ever wanted to look at the Life of Christ through the gospels and compare/contrast the narrative? Andy will walk you through this unique way of studying the scriptures. This group is OPEN and is a blend of couples and singles.
No childcare is provided
(Room 151)

Men's Prayer Breakfast and Sermon Study

Facilitated by Larry Steffens and rotating pastors
Wednesdays at 6:30am. This life group is unique in that they pray, study, and sing! This group of men will occasionally pick a piece to sing on Sunday mornings. Worshiping together is so good. ALL men are invited to join in on the fellowship and discussion as the teaching pastors guides questions and discussion related to the upcoming Sunday sermon. This group is OPEN to new members and meets year round.
No childcare is provided
(Room 160)

Sermon Study

Facilitated by Vern Oltrogge
Sermon Study on Sundays at 10:10am: Vern would love to expand upon the text that is taught on Sunday mornings. This is a great way to engage more fully with teachings, ask questions and have great discussion with other believers. Vern welcomes you to join any Sunday you are available. This group is OPEN to new group members and meets year round.
No childcare provided but the nursery is open for kids 3 and under.
(Room 153)

Husted Life Group

Facilitated by Meg and Randy Husted
Husted Life Group on Sundays at 4pm: Meg Husted leads a life group of couples and singles. This group meets every other Sunday during the school year (following the KidzRock calendar). While there is lots of space for building relationships and doing life with one another, there is a rich discussion around a study. Currently this group is reading Faithfully Different by Natasha Crain. Group members' ages range from mid 20s to early 50s. This group is currently FULL but you can reach out to Meg with your interest in joining.
There is a cost for materials as needed.
Childcare is provided
(Room 158)

Carpenter Couple's Life Group

Facilitated by Del and Kay Carpenter
Carpenter Couple’s Life group on the 2nd and 4th Sundays at 6:30pm: Kay and Del help facilitate and organize this group while other members rotate facilitating discussion. This group has been meeting for many years. Members rotate hosting the group at their home. They are currently studying the book of Isaiah. This group is currently FULL and at capacity.
No childcare provided
(off-site)

Sermon and Bible Study

Facilitated by Larry Leutzinger
Sermon and Bible Study on Sundays at 10:10: Larry Leutzinger will guide and facilitate discussion regarding the sermon and work through different books of the Bible (currently in Acts). This group is FULL to new group members and meets year round. Larry would love to dig into the text with you!
No childcare provided but the nursery is open for kids 3 and under.
(Room 155)

The Gospel Project

Facilitated by Cyndi Lilleskov
The Gospel Project: Genesis to Revelation on Sundays after the first service (10:10sih). This study plan unites the big story and big truths of Scripture for everyone as we trace the good news of our Redeemer from Genesis to Revelation. This fall the curriculum will cover: Creation and Covenant out of Genesis and Job. This group is FULL to new members. There is a $5 cost for materials per semester.
The nursery is open and available for children 0-3 years old. Please let Meg Husted know if you need additional child care following KidzRock programming in order to attend this study.

Women's Life Group

Facilitated by Joyce Barbatti
Mondays at 8:30-9:30 am. Women gather to discuss the study and share in life. This semester they will be working through the Matchless series by Angie Smith. This group is currently FULL and at capacity.
No childcare is provided.
Naz RM 151

Gospel of John

Facilitated by Owen Brinker
Sundays from 2-3:30pm for 9 weeks beginning 2/23/25. This study will go verse by verse studying scripture and answering questions through meaningful discussion. Owen Brinker will use the People’s Bible to guide this group as he helps facilitate. This is a young adult group aimed at ages 16-22. This group is OPEN to new members. Group will cap at 20 participants. There is no cost for materials and if you don’t have your own Bible we can provide one for you!
No childcare is provided.
(Room 301)

Unstoppable: A Study of Acts

Facilitated by Meg Husted
Mondays (bi-weekly) at 7pm beginning May 5. Pastor Tim and Pastor Mike will be leading us through a series called "Unstoppable: a study of Acts" beginning April 27. Acts gives us a beautiful narrative of how God's church was formed, the believers he inspired to lead and what he is still calling us to do TODAY!. A Bible study guide created by The Bible Recap, will be used for small groups and individual use. It is an accessible way to study scripture. For every week in the study book, Mike and Tim will take two Sundays to teach the material (approximately). This group is OPEN to new members.
No Childcare available.
Cost for materials is $15
(Room 155)

Gather Bible Study

Facilitated by Donna Kirschenmann
Meets the 2nd Thursday of the month. (there are some variations to this schedule so please touch base with Donna first!) These ladies create a space for relational discussion, supporting each other through life's ups and downs, supporting ministry partners such as Kits and Quilts and prayer shawl ministry, and share responsibilities (as able) with facilitating the study discussion. They are currently using the ELCA Gather magazine to guide discussion. This group is currently FULL. ALL women of Nazareth to get connected by joining this monthly group. Please email Meg at meg.husted@naz.org if you are interested in getting on a waitlist as we assess the ability to create a second group.
No Childcare is provided.
(Room 158)

God of Covenant

Facilitated by Tammy Bakken
2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 7pm. Beginning with Genesis 12, walk alongside the fathers of our faith–Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph–to discern Jesus in the stories of his people. Over 10 sessions, discover how God orchestrates everything for his glory and the good of His people, and see how the God of creation and covenant is the same yesterday, today, and forever. This is an intergenerational women’s group with a laid back/casual approach to discussion. This group is OPEN to new members and will begin April 8 through August 2025.
There is a cost for materials.
No childcare is provided
(Room 156)

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Naz Next Steps

Study Groups

Life Groups

Nazareth Study Group Leaders

ADDRESS

7401 University Ave
Cedar Falls, IA 50613

PHONE
(319) 266-7589

EMAIL

info@naz.org

Alternatives Pregnancy Center‘s

Boys and Girls Club

Cedar Falls Iowa Bible Conference

Alternatives Pregnancy Center‘s

Take your next step with membership or baptism.

Boys and Girls Club

WELCOME TO

WELCOME TO

Cedar Falls Iowa Bible Conference

Naz Next Steps

Study Groups

Life Groups

Nazareth Study Group Leaders

ADDRESS

7401 University Ave Cedar Falls, IA 50613

PHONE (319) 266-7589

EMAIL

info@naz.org

7401 University Ave
Cedar Falls, IA 50613

PHONE
(319) 266-7589