Downtown Campus Small Groups
For detailed information about a specific class, email Amy Givens, Director of Youth and Discipleship Ministries or call (405) 609-1027.
Downtown Campus Adult Sunday School
All Ages | Room 209
This class is comprised of couples and singles, is actively involved in many areas of the church and community. Lessons include Bible studies, current events, and cultural interest as they apply to our faith, The class participates in a variety of mission projects, including St. Luke’s Community Market.
All Ages | Room 225 | Zoom Option Available
The Insight Class focuses on understanding how to live the Christian faith in today’s world. We use biblical and theological resources, including understanding how the culture of Jesus’ day informs the Parables and other stories. The class explores gaining a deeper understanding of our Bible beyond how we may have learned it in our youth. How do we discern and live its truths now? We also have members who join us weekly via Zoom. The class begins with a time of informal sharing, a brief lecture and the rest of the hour open discussion.
All Ages | Room 120 – Parlor | Zoom Option Available
This is a class open to couples of all ages. The class enjoys biblically based studies from highly knowledgeable teachers. The Believers Class values mission and service to others and works on a variety of mission and service projects during the year.
50 and older | Room 130
This class for singles and couples features lessons on subjects from biblical studies to current events. This class works on several mission projects throughout the year.
Ages 25 – 40 | Room 201
Couples, married or not, plus single friends between the ages of 25 and 40 are invited to join us. This class focuses on creating an authentic community, building lifelong friendships, diverse thinking, and rich conversation – all while growing in faith.
Contact Rev. Linda Harker for more information at via email or (405) 609-1045.
30s and 40s | Room 208
This fun and relaxed class for adults includes couples and couples with children. Class members lead lessons in a discussion format that features many laughs and inspiring spiritual discussion about our faith and the scripture as it relates to everyday life issues.
50 and older | Zoom Only
Unity Sunday School class is a group of loving Christians who enjoy the study of God’s word and learning how to carry His message into the world. We welcome all ages singles or couples.
60 and older | Room 106, Vaught Chapel
This class is an active, energetic and committed group involved in the Music Ministry, Mobile Meals and El Sistema Oklahoma. The flexible curriculum, though Bible-based, is chosen for its relevance and to encourage class discussion. The Upper Room is a group of couples and singles with a wide range of ages and diverse backgrounds.
50 and older | Room 207
The class is composed of welcoming couples and single adults. Genesis primarily focuses on an open-minded discussion of cutting-edge social issues in the context of a liberal, Christ-centered theology for the purpose of implementing christian behavior in our daily lives. Members share lives on Sunday mornings, during social gatherings, and outreach endeavors.
Intergenerational | Room 204 | Zoom Option Available
Searchers is a discussion-based class focused on the teaching of Jesus and the New Testament. We use a mix of prepared lessons, video series, and guest teachers to learn more about the Bible and each other. We welcome new people to the group and try to make sure each lesson stands on its own.
All Ages | Room 200
St. Luke’s Afterglow class is a “young” class of 40s and up! We have wonderful, insightful and fun discussions that challenge us to grow in our faith. Our group studies books, articles, movies and more that help deepen our knowledge and understanding of God’s love and His work in our world. We meet following the LifeLight service.
All Ages | Room 202
Soul Squad is a new multi-generational class that meets after the LifeLight service. The group will study the Bible using a book or topic oriented video series that will last a few weeks so join anytime.
Downtown Campus Community Groups
Led by: Amy Givens | agivens@stlukesokc.org
Starts January 23
Seniors, get your week off to a great start with a Monday morning Bible Study. The Senior Bible Study is comprised of mostly retired adults and meets throughout the year (with breaks over the holidays). We go through various video-based studies. This is a good and faithful small group for discussion, care, and prayer. We are open to others joining us anytime on Monday mornings from 9:30 – 10:30. We meet in the Parlor and also have a Zoom option.
Once a Month on a Sunday | 12:30 – 2 p.m.
January 29, February 26, March 26, April 23
Downtown Campus Fellowship Hall
This group strives to build a community of moms who learn, grow, and support one another; to meet you right where you are as a mom, a woman, a friend, and child of God. Learn how to be better equipped as a parent through speakers and discussion. Grow through a supportive network of moms from newborns to teens. Find support from mentor moms who have been there before and are ready to walk the journey of motherhood with you too. Lunch and childcare are provided. Please sign up online at stlukesokc.org/events.
Rev. Linda Harker | lharker@stlukesokc.org
This year, this group will do the Disciple Fast Track – an adaptation of the original, best-selling Disciple Study. Ideal for busy people who want to fit a comprehensive Bible study into their schedule. Classes cover the entire Bible – from Genesis to Revelation – but in a shorter time. Groups meet for a total of 24 weeks, broken down into two 12-week sessions, 3 – 5 chapters of the Bible to read daily. Weekly sessions last 75 minutes. The first session will begin on January 17. Please register online at stlukesokc.org/events.
Amy Givens | agivens@stlukesokc.org
Lunch provided for $5
Women from all ages and stages – retired women, working women, moms, wives, widows, singles and more – attend the study and the group is always open to newcomers! The hour together is spent in fellowship, a discussion-based study, and a time of prayer. The group typically does a Bible-based book study, with occasional video studies – but they are all focused on helping you grow and to find support in your faith journey. This group meets weekly, taking a break for summer and holidays.
January 12 – February 23
The Rewritten Life by Jessica Lagrone. This book will journey through the stories of people in the Bible whose lives – and names – were changed forever by God.
March 6 – April 13
Finding Jesus in the Psalms by Barb Roose. This video and bible study will guide the reader through a meaningful encounter with the Psalms through the season of Lent.
April 20 – May 18
I Give Up: The Secret Joy of a Surrendered Life by Laura Story. Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter shares her powerful story of finding blessing in her deepest pain.
Thursdays January 12 – February 23 2:30 p.m.
Amy Givens | agivens@stlukesokc.org
Click here to join via Zoom.
Women from all over the world can be a part of the new online This group will do the book study The Rewritten Life by Jessica Lagrone.
Chris Heim | douglass.heim@gmail.com
David Attaway | dattaway629@gmail.com
Men of all ages are invited to grow in their faith and enjoy breakfast every Thursday morning in the Men’s Faith Group. On September 1, we will start a new Bible study at 7 a.m. in the Downtown campus Mansion Library. There is also a Zoom option. We will travel this faith journey together through Bible study, discussion, and fellowship.
January 27 – March 10
Rev. Brian Bakeman | brian405@prodogy.net
Lunch provided for $5
This 6-week Bible study looks at bestselling author Adam Hamilton’s book called Luke: Jesus and the Outsiders, Outcasts, and Outlaws. Hamilton explores the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus as told in the Gospel of Luke. Through Luke’s stories we find Jesus’ care and compassion for all as He welcomes sinners and outcasts. As we study Luke and see Jesus’ concern for those who were considered unimportant, we hear a hopeful and inspiring word for our lives today.
Starts January 18
Zoom Only | stlukesokc.org/events
Rev. Linda Harker | lharker@stlukesokc.org
Disciple Fast Track is an adaptation of the popular Disciple Bible Study and is ideal for busy people who want to fit a comprehensive Bible study into the their schedules. The study will cover the entire Bible – from Genesis to Revelation – but in a shorter time. Groups meet for a total of 24 weeks, broken down into two 12-week sessions, 3 – 5 chapters of the Bible to read daily. Weekly sessions last 75 minutes.
Special Interest Groups
Devon Sisson | petministry@stlukesokc.org
This community group invites animal lovers to take part in sharing, growing, and serving together as we experience the remarkably unique and spiritual relationships that we share with the animals who provide us with comfort and companionship.
Mary Rachel Bailey | maryrbailey@yahoo.com
United Women in Faith, formerly known as United Methodist Women, is the official organization for women within the United Methodist Church that originally started in 1869. The St. Luke’s United Women in Faith is a diverse group of women where all are welcome to be a part of the UWF purpose and mission. You don’t have to be a part of the St. Luke’s congregation to be part of the United Women in Faith. We gather in fellowship and with purpose to support missions for women, children, and youth and act for justice and transformation of communities.
Click here to visit the UWF page.
