New Small Groups
Small Groups this Lent
New small group opportunities are available seasonally. Check back to see the latest groups.
Contact the group leader to register or find out more about new small groups. Still have questions? Contact Pastor Joy or Grant Rykken.
Tell Me Something Good: Grounding ourselves in the good news this Lent
Lent was originally a season for those new to faith to learn and prepare for their baptism at Easter. During that time, they would study what was central to Christianity. What are the core, foundational parts of Jesus’ life and ministry? What makes it good news? Can we trust that the good news is truly good, even when it challenges us?
The good news brings us back to our roots, back to what grounds us: loving our neighbor, caring for the vulnerable, pursuing justice and mercy, and resting in God’s unending grace. The good news grows like a mustard seed that flourishes rapidly into a tree to shelter the birds. It sounds like children laughing. It feels like feet washed with tender care. The good news is alive in the world. When we are grounded in the good news, the goodness of God can infinitely flourish and grow.
We hope this series will provide fertile ground for conversation and worship, rooting our hearts and lives in the expansive goodness of God. This Lent, may the teachings of Jesus lead us forward. Let the good news ground us. And let that good news inspire us to take action in a world desperate to hear, see, and taste what is good.
Tell Me Something Good: Grounding ourselves in the good news this Lent
We are offering two timeframes for the Lent Small Group – there are openings for newcomers to join either one. Haven’t had the opportunity to join a Small Group yet? This is a great way to try it out!
We hope this series will provide fertile ground for conversation and worship, rooting our hearts and lives in the expansive goodness of God. This Lent, may the teachings of Jesus lead us forward. Let the good news ground us. And let that good news inspire us to take action in a world desperate to hear, see and taste what is good.
Lent Small Group
Monday evenings, 6:30-8:00 pm
March 2, 9, 16, 23
Using the Tell Me Something Good Devotional
Leader: Nancy Stutzman
Lent Small Group
Sunday mornings, 10:00-11:15 am
February 22, March 8, 15, 22
Using the Tell Me Something Good Devotional
Leader: Grant Rykken
Moms of Young Adults – A New Small Group
For moms with “kids” in late high school, college, or early to late 20s. Join us once a month for meaningful discussion and reflection as we navigate the exciting season of launching our children into adulthood while reimagining our own lives. Together, we’ll explore how to embrace new opportunities as our nests empty and discover fresh ways to grow in faith and purpose. Enjoy discussion and relationship-building with other moms experiencing a similar stage of life.
Small Group Leaders: Melanie Ahlstrom & Tracy Strantz
Second Tuesday of the month, 6:30 – 8 PM at Incarnation (launching in February 2026).
Parents Small Group
This Small Group’s purpose is to gather parents of young (and growing) children to grow in faith together, build relationships, and share conversations about the joys and challenges of parenting. We will dig into God’s living word, share ideas, and explore how to form faith together with our children and as a family. All are welcome, including Incarnation Preschool families and those worshiping at Incarnation who have a preschooler. Dates are set to match evenings when there is a pizza supper (5-6 pm) or a Lent meal (5:30–6:45 pm).
ILCKids/Childcare is available for participants of this Small Group with advance registration—to register for childcare, see the link below.
Wednesdays, 6-7 pm on the following dates: January 28 (pizza), February 4 (pizza), February 25 (Lent), March 4 (Lent), March 25 (Lent), April 8 (pizza), April 29
Small Group Leader: Caleb Cordes
Hope Comes in Small Actions
If you’ve been wanting to be more involved but weren’t quite sure where to begin, this small group is for you. We’ll dive into a treasure trove of helpful resources, information, and materials for peaceful actions. The best part? Many actions can be done in the comfort of your home rather than protesting in the MN cold! Two local “everyday activists” will join us. They’ll share personal stories, give you a peek into how and why, and offer encouragement to find your own path to Hope. Our goal is to show how even the smallest actions can leave you feeling a sense of emotional high. Together we can create Hope in a time when it is most needed.
Small Group Leaders: Connie Wikman and Patti Williams
If you missed this group in late January and are interested in a future group, please contact Connie and Patti.
Save the date!
Small Groups Leaders Gathering
Saturday, February 28, 11 am to 1 pm
Grace Hall at Incarnation Lutheran Church