Looking for ways to connect to a Vancouver Lutheran Church? Below are the ministries we offer organized by age group. We have children ministries, youth ministries, and adult ministries. We also provide ESL training and ministries friendly to people who are in the process of learning English — right … so all of us 🙂
If you have any questions that weren’t answered above, contact Angela for more information. We look forward to your child joining us!
Bring your little ones to Sunday School. It happens each Sunday at 4:30pm. It is a great atmosphere where they will learn about Jesus and make new friends. It is for children ages 1-12 years old.
We provide two programs for our youth aged 11-14: a catechism class that explains the basics of the faith; and once finished that, a Teen Bible Study. Both of these are each Sunday at 4:30pm.
We’ve got many opportunities for adults to connect with other believers through Bible-studies scheduled throughout the week. We have small groups, Sunday School Bible studies, and much more.
Do you want a safe, nurturing environment for your little ones to learn about Jesus and interact with other little ones? Then come and check out our Sunday School for ages 1-12 years old.
Sunday School starts at 4:30pm every Sunday, and lasts for 45 minutes.
Dress code is casual. Play clothes and footwear are fine.
Parents can either stay in the Sunday School room to learn with their children, or head over to the adult Bible study to grab a cup of coffee and join the adult conversation, knowing their children are in safe, qualified hands just down the hall.
Christian education is not necessary. Each Sunday School lesson is designed to introduce young learners to the Bible and its teachings through simple stories, songs, games, and crafts.
Each lesson is presented in simple English, so we welcome children who are learning English as a second language (ESL).
It is not necessary to attend the worship service. If you would like to attend our main Sunday worship service at 3:00pm on Sundays, though, your children are absolutely welcome to join! We are a very child-friendly congregation, and welcome all ages. Each service includes a brief children’s message and our church facility is equipped with a quiet play room in the back of the sanctuary so parents continue to participate in the service while children play with the toys provided.
Do you want your teenager to learn the fundamentals of our Christian faith? Then have them join our Catechism Class which we offer every Sunday 4:30pm-5:30pm. This class is designed for young people in grades 6-8 (ages 11-14).
This Catechism Class is taught by Pastor Geoff and covers a broad range of topics like Baptism, relationships, and the Ten Commandments. At the conclusion of these Catechism Classes, students will have the scriptural information needed to make a public profession of faith. Your teen can then decide if he/she would like to be confirmed and take Communion with our congregation.
Our Teen Bible Study is a drop-in class perfect for ages 14-17 year old. Classes are 4:30pm-5:30pm every Sunday starting September 4th.
This drop-in class has a casual discussion format. All reading materials are provided. This class is a great way for teens to look in depth into the Bible about issues that they face in every day real life. Topics include dating, social media, friendships, stress, and popularity. An understanding of the Bible is helpful, but not required. This class is ideal for teens who have just completed the Catechism program.
Yes. There is no cost to join, but we do want to be sure the student is committed to attending these Catechism classes regularly and willing to engage positively during the weekly classes. Please call or email Pastor Geoff to register and discuss the program before the next class to help answer any questions you may have.
For the Teen Bible Study, there are no registration requirements. Drop-ins are welcome.
No! Prior Christian education is not required. These classes are designed to engage teens wherever they are in their understanding of the Bible.
For the Teen Bible Studies, having an understanding of the Bible will enrich the weekly topical discussions. If your teen is new to Christianity and interested in learning more about the Bible before joining these discussions, consider starting first with our Catechism class.
Each week we look at a different question or topic to see how the Bible addresses it. There will be some memorization, quizzes, and light homework assigned to cover all of the materials.
For the Teen Bible Study, each week we look at a different question or topic to see how the Bible addresses it, then we discuss as a group how we can face these challenges in the real world.
No. Any young person may participate in these classes.
Attending our worship service is not a mandatory requirement to participate in these classes. However, missing out on worship misses part of the experience catechism class offers. If your schedule permits, please join us for worship on Sundays at 3pm.
For the catechism class, anyone may participate in the class, but young people get most out of the class if they can commit to regular attendance because the body of knowledge builds as we progress throughout the year.
For the Teen Bible Study, it is designed to address one topic each week. Drop-ins always welcome.
Yes. You can drop your teen off at 4:30pm and pick him/her up at 5:30pm. If you have scheduling issues that would require a different drop off or pick up time, please contact Pastor Geoff to share your personal needs and see how we can help you.
We offer an Adult Bible Class at the same time as our classes and Sunday School programs. Parents can choose to drop in on the Adult Bible Class or sit quietly and observe the classes. Everyone is welcome to attend or observe our classes.
There is no cost to participate. Materials are provided free of charge to everyone enrolled in these classes.
Do you have a question we didn’t answer above? Contact Pastor Geoff for more information.
We offer a variety of opportunities for everyone over the age of 18 years old to connect with other Christians through Bible studies conveniently scheduled throughout the week. We have an Adult Bible Study Class that meets Sundays at 4:30pm; small groups in various locations around Vancouver; and a Mom’s group that meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 10:30am-11:00am.
Join us every Sunday at 4:30pm for Adult Bible Study, immediately following our 3pm worship service.
What is a Lutheran? What’s the difference between Lutheran churches and other churches? Do these differences really matter? In celebration of the 500th
anniversary of the Reformation, we will have our spring Adult Bible Study: The Lutheran Difference. Together we’ll address broad topics each week like “worship,” “sacraments,” “vocation,” and discuss what unique perspective we Lutherans have to offer. Bring your questions!
For more detailed reading we will be consulting the Reformation 500 resource, “The Lutheran Difference,” which you can preview or purchase here. Note that we’ll have copies at church for use during class.
Mom’s Group is a parenting-focused Bible study for moms/mums of any age which meets AT CHURCH and ONLINE on the first and third Tuesday of every month from 10am-11:30am while the children are in school. Coffee, tea and reading materials are provided. Drop-ins always welcome.
Interested in continuing the discussion of last Sunday’s message in a casual small group discussion? Would you like to connect with friends from church to dig into God’s Word together? Then drop in on one of our Small Group Bible Study meet-ups! There is no commitment or cost to join, simply find the Small Group that works best for you and give it a try.
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Feel free to contact Pastor Geoff Cortright with any questions regarding these Small Groups.
TUESDAYS, 5:15-6:15pm
Killarney Community Centre, 6260 Killarney St, Vancouver, BC
FIND US AT THE TABLE WITH THE GREEN & TURQUOISE CLOTH ON IT.
The East Vancouver Bible study meets in the Killarney Community Centre, at the lobby tables across from the info desk.
We have changed the meetup time for this group to 5:15pm to be conveniently after work and school so children are very welcome to join, although dedicated childcare is not provided. Colouring sheets and toys will be provided to keep them quietly entertained near our meetup table.
This Small Group is led by Alicia Cortright, who will provide extra Bibles and copies of the study guide if you forget to bring your own. Text or call Alicia at 604-910-3213 if you need help finding the group’s meeting table.
WEDNESDAYS 8:45pm-10:00pm (Pacific Time)
Online Discussion using Google Hangout
This Online Small Group is a great Bible study option for busy working professionals or anyone who lives outside of the Vancouver metro area and are unable to attend our local small group meetings. Participants in this Online Small Group include our church friends who live on Vancouver Island. The discussion topic of our weekly Online Small Group is based on the sermon message from the previous Sunday. Email Pastor Geoff with your interest in joining this Online Small Group and he will send you the weekly reading materials each Wednesday morning.
Click the “Join Hangout” button to join the Google Hangouts online chat room on Wednesday at 8:45pm PT.
This group is led by Pastor Geoff and begins at 8:45pm. Feel free to join the Hangout a few minutes early to test your earphone and microphone settings.
As a courtesy to the others in the group, please mute your microphone if you experience unintended noise on your side of the chat.
Note: A Google account and Hangouts plugin is required. Simply follow the prompts on Google to connect. If the “Join Hangout” button above does not work, click here or copy and paste this URL into your browser:
FRIDAYS 7:30pm-9:00pm
5639 Hampton Place, Vancouver, BC
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5775 Hampton Place, Vancouver, BC
The UBC Small Group meet up is led by Pastor Geoff Cortright. The topic varies seasonally. Meet ups are held in the community room of either 5639 Hampton Place or 5775 Hampton Place (both visible from the lobby entrance). The location alternates between these neighboring buildings so it is important to call or text Pastor Geoff at (604) 910-3236 before your first visit to get the correct address. When you arrive, if you are not greeted by one of our members, wave through the window and we’ll let you in! Study guides, Bibles, snacks, coffee and tea are provided at the UBC Small Group meetings.
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