Youth Drop Inn
( 3:00-5:00 p.m.)
Drop Inn this year will be in the lower level. It is a time for all middle and senior high youth to come play games, hang out, work on homework, listen to music, play some games, or watch a move/cartoon. Snacks and beverages are also available to tide you over until dinner. Then, as a group, we head down for dinner at 5:00.

Adult Education – Conversations with Pastor Charles
(4:00-5:00 p.m.)
A traditional Bible study in a small group setting. People can ask questions or just listen to the discussion. Come occasionally or every week. Pastor Charles will begin each session with a Q & A on subjects selected by the class.

Dinner
(5:00 – 6:00 p.m.)
Dinner is catered by Hy-Vee and available to purchase ala carte. Menus change from week to week but typically the food rotates between American and Chinese. (Most entree's are $3 each and sides are $1 each.) Everyone is invited to join us for a meal here at church rather than trying to rush home to grab supper.

Worship
(6:00 – 6:30 p.m.)
Water's Edge returns for its fifth season, this year using The Story as our theme. God goes to great lengths to rescue lost and hurting people. That is what The Story is all about -- the story of the Bible, God's great love affair with humanity. Condensed into 31 accessible chapters, The Story will sweep us into the unfolding progression of Bible characters and events from Genesis to Revelation, allowing the stories, poems, and teachings of the Bible to read like a novel. Each week we’ll hear about a specific story in worship, in ways unique to Water’’s Edge.

Childcare

(6:30 – 8:30 p.m.)
Children under three are invited to play in the nursery after worship so parents can enjoy the activities taking place. Nursery attendants are third year nursing students from Luther College. Your children are in GREAT hands!!

Kidz RESORT and Children's Choirs

(6:40 – 8:00 p.m.)

Kids have the opportunity to attend Kidz RESORT and/or children's choirs to enjoy the night with their Gloria Dei friends.

In Kidz RESORT, children will have the opportunity to experience multiple reflection stations. The goal is to help kids enter into a relationship with God rather than teaching them information about God. Each classroom with have two adults with 12 or less kids. Service will also be an important part. Service Projects for families to do together will planned throughout the year. Please register online or pick up a registration card. Additional programming is scheduled for children not wanting to attend choir so their parents may attend Adult Education.

Homework Hangout

(6:40-7:20 p.m.)

For 2nd-5th graders not in Son Dei Singers for the time before their Kidz RESORT starts.

 The Edge

(6:40 – 8:00 p.m.)
A time in which 9th-12th graders learn and experience God’s word through music, media, meditation, worship, and sharing thoughts on many topics. This is a great time for you to learn and grow in your relationship with God along with your peers.

Splash - Confirmation

(6:40 – 8:00 p.m.)
Gloria Dei Youth ... Grades 6, 7 and 8: Jump in and get you rfeeet wet at Splash! This high impact ministry uses multi-sensory learning through lively faith teachings, a Splash Youth Band, Quiz shows, service projects, and small group fun. Confirmation is a great experience for you to learn more about God’s word and for you to experience growing in your relationship with God along with your friends.

Adult Round Table

(7:00-8:00 p.m.)

A casual, small group experience led by Pastor Charles. Themes used in worship will be explored in a smaller setting, giving the chance to go deeper into each topic discussed.

Adult Choir

(7:00 – 8:30 p.m.)
Join the Adult Choir as they rehearse for their Sunday morning performances. New members always welcome!