Every 3rd Sunday of the Month from 10:05-10:45 a.m.

The Neurodiversity Ministry Team is for families who have members whose brains observe and navigate the world a little differently.  We support each other in navigating the joys and challenges of supporting our loved ones (and, sometimes ourselves) with diagnoses that include ADHD, autism, dyslexia and other disabilities. We also support the whole church through discussions, trainings, accommodations and resources in continuing to be a welcoming church community to neurodiverse families. For more information or to get involved, contact the church office.

❄️ CANCELLED TODAY DUE TO WEATHER - Wednesday, Feb 12
from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary

We’re looking for willing singers (adults & high school age, no experience required) to expand our adult Choir! Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m., but you don’t have to commit to being here every week. For more info, email dave@abidingpresence.net or visit AbidingPresence.net/practicetracks to preview upcoming music.

Wednesday, Feb 5
from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary

We’re looking for willing singers (adults & high school age, no experience required) to expand our adult Choir! Rehearsals are Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m., but you don’t have to commit to being here every week. For more info, email dave@abidingpresence.net or visit AbidingPresence.net/practicetracks to preview upcoming music.

Abiding Presence and Temple B’nai Shalom Learning Together
Wednesday, February 5 at Temple B’nai Shalom
7:00-8:30 p.m.

Rabbi Widzer and Pastor Keseley will lead a joint class exploring Jewish and Christian traditions around the life-cycle moments of birth, coming of age, marriage and death. Learn about why we do what we do in each faith while strengthening the relationship between our two congregations.

Abiding Presence and Temple B’nai Shalom Learning Together
Wednesdays, January 22, 29 and February 5
7:00-8:30 p.m.
1/29 at Abiding Presence
1/22 & 2/5 at Temple B’nai Shalom

Rabbi Widzer and Pastor Keseley will lead a joint class exploring Jewish and Christian traditions around the life-cycle moments of birth, coming of age, marriage and death. Learn about why we do what we do in each faith while strengthening the relationship between our two congregations.

Every 3rd Sunday of the Month from 10:05-10:50 a.m.

The Neurodiversity Ministry Team is for families who have members whose brains observe and navigate the world a little differently.  We support each other in navigating the joys and challenges of supporting our loved ones (and, sometimes ourselves) with diagnoses that include ADHD, autism, dyslexia and other disabilities. We also support the whole church through discussions, trainings, accommodations and resources in continuing to be a welcoming church community to neurodiverse families. For more information or to get involved, contact the church office.

Abiding Presence and Temple B’nai Shalom Learning Together
Wednesdays, January 15, 22, 29 and February 5
7:00-8:30 p.m.
1/15 & 1/29 at Abiding Presence
1/22 & 2/5 at Temple B’nai Shalom

Rabbi Widzer and Pastor Keseley will lead a joint class exploring Jewish and Christian traditions around the lifecycle moments of birth, coming of age, marriage and death. Learn about why we do what we do in each faith while strengthening the relationship between our two congregations.

Wednesday, November 20 at 7:00 p.m.

Zoom Meeting ID: 884 5454 1559 Passcode: 056728

In preparation for Thanksgiving and the holiday season, Pastor Keseley, Senior Pastor, will lead a workshop for people who are wondering or worrying about engage in conversation around the table with extended family in these politically divisive times. Our faith has something to say about how we gather, talk with and live in relationship with people with whom we may not agree.

Wednesday, November 6 from 8:30-10:30 a.m.

Following the election, the clergy will hold space for a time of conversation, coffee and hope for those who would like to gather together. No RSVP necessary, simply show up.

Wednesdays, September 25 to October 23 from 7:45-8:30 p.m.

This is a small group for women who are busy, looking for connection and wanting to dig into their faith life in a way that isn't overwhelming. Each week, we will read together a devotional from Good Enough: 40ish Devotionals for a Life of Imperfection. Pastor Keseley will pair the devotion with scripture that gets us reading the Bible. We will laugh, reflect and end our time together in prayer with and for one another. If you want, you can keep reading the super short devotionals during the week. If you don't want to do so, no one will expect you to do so. Zoom in from wherever you are. No judgement. No pressure. Just 45-minutes in the midst of the chaos of life to ground ourselves in relationship with God and one another, remembering that we are good enough. Sign up by emailing Pastor Keseley, Senior Pastor.

Wednesdays, September 25 to October 23 from 7:45-8:30 p.m.

This is a small group for women who are busy, looking for connection and wanting to dig into their faith life in a way that isn't overwhelming. Each week, we will read together a devotional from Good Enough: 40ish Devotionals for a Life of Imperfection. Pastor Keseley will pair the devotion with scripture that gets us reading the Bible. We will laugh, reflect and end our time together in prayer with and for one another. If you want, you can keep reading the super short devotionals during the week. If you don't want to do so, no one will expect you to do so. Zoom in from wherever you are. No judgement. No pressure. Just 45-minutes in the midst of the chaos of life to ground ourselves in relationship with God and one another, remembering that we are good enough. Sign up by emailing Pastor Keseley, Senior Pastor.

Wednesdays, September 25 to October 23 from 7:45-8:30 p.m.

This is a small group for women who are busy, looking for connection and wanting to dig into their faith life in a way that isn't overwhelming. Each week, we will read together a devotional from Good Enough: 40ish Devotionals for a Life of Imperfection. Pastor Keseley will pair the devotion with scripture that gets us reading the Bible. We will laugh, reflect and end our time together in prayer with and for one another. If you want, you can keep reading the super short devotionals during the week. If you don't want to do so, no one will expect you to do so. Zoom in from wherever you are. No judgement. No pressure. Just 45-minutes in the midst of the chaos of life to ground ourselves in relationship with God and one another, remembering that we are good enough. Sign up by emailing Pastor Keseley, Senior Pastor.

Sundays, Oct. 6 & Oct. 13
6:00-7:30 p.m. at Abiding Presence (in-person only)

 You talk with your financial advisor about the means to retirement. This workshop will explore how to have a meaningful retirement. ELCA Deacon Kathy Garrison is joining us at Pastor Keseley’s invitation to lead a three-session workshop geared toward people who are wondering about, planning for, or experiencing retirement. How can the lenses of faith and spirituality help us build a meaningful retirement? We tend to default to the stereotypes of what retirement has been. Let's break out of those automatic ideas of what it is and explore new ways of looking forward to changing the way life can be as we ask the question, “Now What?”

Wednesdays, September 25 to October 23 from 7:45-8:30 p.m.

This is a small group for women who are busy, looking for connection and wanting to dig into their faith life in a way that isn't overwhelming. Each week, we will read together a devotional from Good Enough: 40ish Devotionals for a Life of Imperfection. Pastor Keseley will pair the devotion with scripture that gets us reading the Bible. We will laugh, reflect and end our time together in prayer with and for one another. If you want, you can keep reading the super short devotionals during the week. If you don't want to do so, no one will expect you to do so. Zoom in from wherever you are. No judgement. No pressure. Just 45-minutes in the midst of the chaos of life to ground ourselves in relationship with God and one another, remembering that we are good enough. Sign up by emailing Pastor Keseley, Senior Pastor.

Wednesdays, September 25 to October 23 from 7:45-8:30 p.m.

This is a small group for women who are busy, looking for connection and wanting to dig into their faith life in a way that isn't overwhelming. Each week, we will read together a devotional from Good Enough: 40ish Devotionals for a Life of Imperfection. Pastor Keseley will pair the devotion with scripture that gets us reading the Bible. We will laugh, reflect and end our time together in prayer with and for one another. If you want, you can keep reading the super short devotionals during the week. If you don't want to do so, no one will expect you to do so. Zoom in from wherever you are. No judgement. No pressure. Just 45-minutes in the midst of the chaos of life to ground ourselves in relationship with God and one another, remembering that we are good enough. Sign up by emailing Pastor Keseley, Senior Pastor.

Sundays, Sept. 29, Oct. 6 & Oct. 13
6:00-7:30 p.m. at Abiding Presence (in-person only)

 You talk with your financial advisor about the means to retirement. This workshop will explore how to have a meaningful retirement. ELCA Deacon Kathy Garrison is joining us at Pastor Keseley’s invitation to lead a three-session workshop geared toward people who are wondering about, planning for, or experiencing retirement. How can the lenses of faith and spirituality help us build a meaningful retirement? We tend to default to the stereotypes of what retirement has been. Let's break out of those automatic ideas of what it is and explore new ways of looking forward to changing the way life can be as we ask the question, “Now What?”

Sundays, April 7 - May 19 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fraedrich’s House

The Adult Study Group is back this spring reading Do I Stay Christian? by Brian McLaren. This is an unflinching look at what the church has gotten wrong and gotten right through history into present day. The point is not to convince anyone one way or the other, but to consider how do we become more human (whether we stay Christian or not) and how to live into the example set by Jesus Christ. The group is led by David Lewis and Craig Fraedrich can answer any questions. RSVP to attend and get the Fraedrich’s address. This group loves to welcome new members, so give it a try!

Sundays, April 7 - May 19 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fraedrich’s House

The Adult Study Group is back this spring reading Do I Stay Christian? by Brian McLaren. This is an unflinching look at what the church has gotten wrong and gotten right through history into present day. The point is not to convince anyone one way or the other, but to consider how do we become more human (whether we stay Christian or not) and how to live into the example set by Jesus Christ. The group is led by David Lewis and Craig Fraedrich can answer any questions. RSVP to attend and get the Fraedrich’s address. This group loves to welcome new members, so give it a try!

Sundays, April 7 - May 19 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fraedrich’s House

The Adult Study Group is back this spring reading Do I Stay Christian? by Brian McLaren. This is an unflinching look at what the church has gotten wrong and gotten right through history into present day. The point is not to convince anyone one way or the other, but to consider how do we become more human (whether we stay Christian or not) and how to live into the example set by Jesus Christ. The group is led by David Lewis and Craig Fraedrich can answer any questions. RSVP to attend and get the Fraedrich’s address. This group loves to welcome new members, so give it a try!

Sundays, April 7 - May 19 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fraedrich’s House

The Adult Study Group is back this spring reading Do I Stay Christian? by Brian McLaren. This is an unflinching look at what the church has gotten wrong and gotten right through history into present day. The point is not to convince anyone one way or the other, but to consider how do we become more human (whether we stay Christian or not) and how to live into the example set by Jesus Christ. The group is led by David Lewis and Craig Fraedrich can answer any questions. RSVP to attend and get the Fraedrich’s address. This group loves to welcome new members, so give it a try!

Wednesdays, April 10, 17 & 24 from 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Pastor Keseley, Senior Pastor, loves digging into scripture stories. Come join her to explore the resurrection stories of the gospels and what they have to teach us about living as resurrection people today. No Bible experience necessary! Simply show up and bring a Bible, if you have one.

In-person and via Zoom. (Meeting ID: 931 3280 1007 Passcode: 020656)

Monday, April 22 from 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Monthly on the 4th Monday

The Abiding Presence Literary Book Club meets monthly. They read a variety of genres and love to have new people join in the conversation. The book for April is Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann. Happy reading!

Sundays, April 7 - May 19 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fraedrich’s House

The Adult Study Group is back this spring reading Do I Stay Christian? by Brian McLaren. This is an unflinching look at what the church has gotten wrong and gotten right through history into present day. The point is not to convince anyone one way or the other, but to consider how do we become more human (whether we stay Christian or not) and how to live into the example set by Jesus Christ. The group is led by David Lewis and Craig Fraedrich can answer any questions. RSVP to attend and get the Fraedrich’s address. This group loves to welcome new members, so give it a try!

Wednesdays, April 10, 17 & 24 from 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Pastor Keseley, Senior Pastor, loves digging into scripture stories. Come join her to explore the resurrection stories of the gospels and what they have to teach us about living as resurrection people today. No Bible experience necessary! Simply show up and bring a Bible, if you have one.

In-person and via Zoom. (Meeting ID: 931 3280 1007 Passcode: 020656)

Sundays, April 7 - May 19 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fraedrich’s House

The Adult Study Group is back this spring reading Do I Stay Christian? by Brian McLaren. This is an unflinching look at what the church has gotten wrong and gotten right through history into present day. The point is not to convince anyone one way or the other, but to consider how do we become more human (whether we stay Christian or not) and how to live into the example set by Jesus Christ. The group is led by David Lewis and Craig Fraedrich can answer any questions. RSVP to attend and get the Fraedrich’s address. This group loves to welcome new members, so give it a try!

Wednesdays, April 10, 17 & 24 from 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Pastor Keseley, Senior Pastor, loves digging into scripture stories. Come join her to explore the resurrection stories of the gospels and what they have to teach us about living as resurrection people today. No Bible experience necessary! Simply show up and bring a Bible, if you have one.

In-person and via Zoom. (Meeting ID: 931 3280 1007 Passcode: 020656)

Sundays, April 7 - May 19 at 7:00 p.m. at the Fraedrich’s House

The Adult Study Group is back this spring reading Do I Stay Christian? by Brian McLaren. This is an unflinching look at what the church has gotten wrong and gotten right through history into present day. The point is not to convince anyone one way or the other, but to consider how do we become more human (whether we stay Christian or not) and how to live into the example set by Jesus Christ. The group is led by David Lewis and Craig Fraedrich can answer any questions. RSVP to attend and get the Fraedrich’s address. This group loves to welcome new members, so give it a try!

Wednesdays, January 24 from 7:30-9:00 p.m. at Abiding Presence

Join Pastor Kesley from Abiding Presence Lutheran Church and Rabbi Widzer from Temple B’nai Shalom for a three-session class exploring environmental concerns from a religious perspective. Learn what Judaism and Christianity tell us about our responsibility to care for all of creation. Deepen the connection between our two communities as we study this important topic together.