Small Groups

Ways to connect!

Are you looking for ways to connect with others? Interested in making new acquaintances, or strengthening friendships?

 Check out the options on this page, learn more about Bible study or fellowship groups, and get involved! New groups are always welcome, so reach out if you have ideas for a fun new group. 

Sunday Adult Education

Sundays | 9:45 AM | Atonement Gathering Place

December 1 - NO ADULT ED

December 8 – Pastor Susan Langhauser
We will watch the 30-minute film "The Shepherd," the Christmas story told by a lame shepherd, and discuss some of the theological strands in the story that have forever shaped our faith.

December 15 - Bonhoeffer Movie Discussion
 We will have a facilitated conversation about Bonhoeffer the movie, which runs through December 3 at various local theatres.

December 22 – Pastor Susan Langhauser
We will discuss "The Messengers", a Dallas Jenkins film that includes the birth of Christ, Mary's story on how she received her song (The Magnificat) and the beginning of how the disciples took the Jesus story out into the world.

Bible Studies & Prayer Groups

PZ's MP3 Bible Study

Beginning in September, 2024 and running through May, 2025, Pastor Zac will lead a weekly MP3 Bible Study twice each Wednesday (Noon and 6:00 PM). Check out all the details using the button below.

PLEASE NOTE: No MP3 bible study on 11/27, 12/25 or 01/01 due to holidays.

Monday Bible Study

Meets the 3rd Monday of the month (September, October, January, February, March, April, and May), at Atonement from 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM.
Join in for Bible/book studies on various topics. Contact Barbara Mock for more information.

Women's Circles

Hope Circle

Meets on the first (or second, in case of a holiday) Monday evening of each month, September-June at 7:00 PM in member’s homes. They use the Gather Magazine as their study resource. Contact Lynn Bleck.

Sarah Circle

Meets the 2nd Monday of each month, September-May, 1:00-2:30 PM in Atonement room 102. Contact Shirley Foss.

Mary Circle

Meets the the 2nd Thursday of each month (September-June) 1:00-3:00 PM, and uses the Gather Magazine from the ELCA as their study resource. They meet in the Atonement Sunshine Room at Atonement. Contact Dorothy Dykman.

Joy Circle

Meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 7:00-9:00 PM, in the homes of members, using the Gather Magazine as a study resource. Contact Gerry Barrett.

Fellowship Groups

Novel Ideas
Book Group

 Join other avid readers to discuss the book of the month. The group selects a book to reach each month, and welcomes others who share their love of books! Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM in room 102 at Atonement. For more information, contact Marcia Mack
NO GATHERING IN DECEMBER - NEXT GATHERING:
January 16, 2025 | 7:00 PM
Atonement Room 109
January book, to be determined. Contact Marcia Mack for details.

XYZ Seniors

Meets monthly (September-June) at various dates/times, either at the Church or offsite. Great fellowship for seniors (or adults of any age). Sign up at the table in the lobby or contact Jade Scarlett.
NEXT GATHERING:
December 19| 11:00 AM
Charter Hall
Guest speaker TBD
Sign up at the XYZ table in the lobby. Questions? Contact: Jade Scarlett

Why Cook?
Supper Group

  This group meets on the fourth Sunday evening of the month to enjoy dinner and conversation with old friends and new. For more information or to RSVP, contact Janette Schumm at (913) 302-5233 or using the button below.
NO GATHERINGS IN NOVEMBER OR DECEMBER
NEXT GATHERING:
January 26, 2025 | 6:00 PM
Details to be determined.
Please RSVP to Janette Schumm

Crafter's Group

Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month 10:00 AM - Noon in the Sunshine Room. Bring your project and enjoy time with other crafters! For more information contact Janice Kindred or Marcia Mack.
NEXT GATHERING:
December 10 | 10:00 AM
Sunshine Room

Men's and Ladies' Breakfasts

Get together for the Men’s Breakfast twice per month, or the Ladies’ Breakfast once per month. Join long-time friends and new ones at First Watch for good food and conversation. For more details and specific dates/locations contact Don Foss at (913) 645-9538 or using the button below.

Atonement Golf Group

Join us for one of two tee times – Thursdays at 5:51 PM and 6:00 PM – at Sykes Lady.
THIS GROUP HAS WRAPPED UP FOR 2024 AND WILL RESUME IN SPRING 2025.