Naz Next Steps

Nazareth believes engaging in small groups and developing deep relationships with others is essential to the church body! Our adult small groups meet regularly to discuss life, explore scripture, encourage each other, and pray together. Every group has its own flavor, so we encourage you to explore and register for a small group using the link below. After submitting the form, we will reach out to you!

Study Groups

Nazareth's study groups focus on a specific topic and generally meet within a set time frame until the study is completed. The goal is to explore a subject and learn more about God and the Bible. Along with the study's primary focus, there is always a relational component.

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Life Groups

Nazareth's life groups create space for Christ-followers to gather and develop deep relationships in a close community. Life groups generally meet continuously, rotating between studies and prioritizing relational needs: life discussions, prayer requests, etc. The goal is to connect and grow together over a more extended period.

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Nazareth Study Group Leaders

Sara and Tim Barnard

Parents on Wednesdays (POW) facilitated by Sara Barnard meets on Wednesdays from 6-7:15 PM beginning September 18 through November 20. This is a group of parents of kids of all ages meeting to learn, relate and discuss from the study, ways to parent from a Biblical worldview. This semester we will be using “The Art of Parenting” provided by FamilyLife as our study and guide. This study aims to help parents make faith the core of their parenting with intentional, biblical teaching and Christ-centered plans. Parents will end the experience with renewed confidence, fresh insights on raising children at different ages, and a parenting plan unique to each child’s personality and gifting.

Inspired by Psalm 127:4, this new eight-session small-group study is video based and covers the following topics:

The Goal of Parenting
Forming Character
Applying Discipline
Building Relationships
Understanding Identity
Nurturing Identity
Preparing for Mission
The Power of Family

We will plan to have a couple of FAMILY service opportunities during each semester.

Childcare and programming is provided for kids of parents attending the group or other groups during the same timeframe. This group is OPEN to new members.
Childcare provided.
(Room 160)

Meg and Randy Husted

Husted Life Group on Sundays at 4pm: Meg Husted leads a life group of couples and singles. This group meets every other Sunday during the school year (following the KidzRock calendar). While there is lots of space for building relationships and doing life with one another, there is a rich discussion around a study. Currently this group is reading Faithfully Different by Natasha Crain. Group members' ages range from mid 20s to early 50s. This group is currently FULL but you can reach out to Meg with your interest in joining.
There is a cost for materials as needed.
Childcare is provided
(Room 158)

Del and Kay Carpenter

Carpenter Couple’s Life group on the 2nd and 4th Sundays at 6:30pm: Kay and Del help facilitate and organize this group while other members rotate facilitating discussion. This group has been meeting for many years. Members rotate hosting the group at their home. They are currently studying the book of Isaiah. This group is currently FULL and at capacity.
No childcare provided
(off-site)

Dave and Elaine Prail

Prail Men’s Life Group facilitated by Dave Prail on Saturdays at 7:30 AM. While digging into God's word, enjoy fellowship with other men across generations. This group is OPEN to new attendees.
No Childcare is provided.
(Room 160)

Marilee Tarkett

GriefShare facilitated by Marilee Tarkett on Mondays at 4pm. Marilee has been facilitating this group for a few years now and has guided those that are grieving the loss of a loved one through the GriefShare curriculum. A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Through this 14-week group, you’ll discover what to expect in the days ahead and what’s “normal” in grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way. This group is OPEN for registration beginning July 29, 2024. The group will start September 9.
There is a $20 fee for materials.
No childcare is provided at this time.
(Room 160)

Andy Walser

Route 66 (Bible Project Study) facilitated by Andy Walser on Wednesdays at 12pm and Thursdays at 10:30am. Have you ever wondered how the books of the Bible are connected, or even relevant? The group will learn how all of the Bible is one story pointing to the person of Jesus Christ. These weekly studies will allow anyone to join at any time throughout the 62 sessions! Don’t hesitate, anyone is welcome to join us as we explore the Bible in an entirely new way! This group is OPEN and is a blend of couples and singles.
No childcare is provided
(Room 151)

Larry Steffens

Men’s Prayer Breakfast and Sermon Study hosted by Larry Steffens and facilitated by rotating pastors on Wednesdays at 6:30am. This life group is unique in that they pray, study, and sing! This group of men will occasionally pick a piece to sing on Sunday mornings. Worshiping together is so good. ALL men are invited to join in on the fellowship and discussion as the teaching pastors guides questions and discussion related to the upcoming Sunday sermon. This group is OPEN to new members and meets year round.
No childcare is provided
(Room 160)

Larry Leutzinger

Sermon and Bible Study on Sundays at 10:10: Larry Leutzinger will guide and facilitate discussion regarding the sermon and work through different books of the Bible (currently in Acts). This group is FULL to new group members and meets year round. Larry would love to dig into the text with you!
No childcare provided but the nursery is open for kids 3 and under.
(Room 155)

Vern Oltrogge

Sermon Study on Sundays at 10:10am: Vern would love to expand upon the text that is taught on Sunday mornings. This is a great way to engage more fully with teachings, ask questions and have great discussion with other believers. Vern welcomes you to join any Sunday you are available. This group is OPEN to new group members and meets year round.
No childcare provided but the nursery is open for kids 3 and under.
(Room 153)

Cyndi Lilleskov

The Gospel Project: Genesis to Revelation facilitated by Cyndi Lilleskov and Diane and Russ Curtis on Sundays after the first service (10:10sih). This study plan unites the big story and big truths of Scripture for everyone as we trace the good news of our Redeemer from Genesis to Revelation. This fall the curriculum will cover: Creation and Covenant out of Genesis and Job. This group is FULL to new members. There is a $5 cost for materials per semester.
The nursery is open and available for children 0-3 years old. Please let Meg Husted know if you need additional child care following KidzRock programming in order to attend this study.

Joyce Barbatti

Women’s Life Group hosted and facilitated by Joyce Barbatti on Mondays at 8:30-9:30 am. Women gather to discuss the study and share in life. This semester they will be working through the Matchless series by Angie Smith. This group is currently FULL and at capacity.
No childcare is provided.
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ADDRESS

7401 University Ave
Cedar Falls, IA 50613

PHONE
(319) 266-7589

EMAIL

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Naz Next Steps

Study Groups

Life Groups

Nazareth Study Group Leaders

ADDRESS

7401 University Ave Cedar Falls, IA 50613

PHONE (319) 266-7589

EMAIL

info@naz.org

7401 University Ave
Cedar Falls, IA 50613

PHONE
(319) 266-7589