Miscellaneous Sub Groups

Posted on September 2nd, 2009

3545 Happy Hour

Description
Are you a little older than the college crowd but wouldn’t quite consider yourself in the 40+ group yet? Come check out 3545 Happy Hour every other week, and meet new friends as we connect over food and help each other through this “middle” portion of life.

Where
7921 Kimberly LN
Maple Grove, MN 55311

When
7:00 – 9:00PM
Thursdays

Contact(s)
Paul Williams
paul@apex-chiro.com
612.242.6131

40+ Big Group

Description
If you haven’t already noticed, being over 40 years of age is a minority at Substance. The 40+ Big Group gives you the chance to join together with others for fellowship, fun, food and encouragement! This is a great opportunity to meet your new good friends and explore ministry opportunities at Substance Church.

Where
Watch Announcements for event details and location.

When
Once a month

Contact
subgroups@substancechurch.com

40+ Girls Night Out

Description
This is a non-formal, ladies only group that will meet about once a month. We will go out to eat for either appetizers or a meal. Cost will cover your purchase. We will talk about whatever is on our hearts. Please email Julie to get on the email list to get updates for event dates.

Where
Email for details

When
Time TBD
Email for details

Contact(s)
Julie Debosh
jdobesh@comcast.net
651.639.1664

Adventures in Cooking

Description
Do you wish you could travel to a new part of the world every month? Your taste buds can! Join us as we explore healthy ways to create gourmet meals including: Greek, Italian, Indian, and All-American grilled pizza. Through creating a healthy meal, we’ll bring women of all ages and cooking backgrounds together. The results will feed the body and the soul. Cost $5 per person, limit 15 people.

Where
Kitchen of Jenni Weinzetl
11750 Vermillion St NE Unit F
Blaine, MN 55449

When
10:30AM – 2:00PM
Saturdays: Mar 20th, Apr 17th, May 8th,
Jun TBD

Contact(s)
Jenni Weinzetl
jenni@barefootmn.com
763.229.1970

Jayne DeJong
blaindejong@aol.com
763.757.2406

ALMA

Description
This subgroup is for Latinos married to Americans or Americans married to Latinos. We will discuss the difficulties that arise in our cultures and share laughs over the similarities.

Dates
Fridays: Mar 19th, Apr 16th

Time
6pm

Location
The Cortes Home
5 – 103rd Ave NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55448

R.S.V.P
Please RSVP

Contact
Isaac & Lindsay Cortes
isaacylindsay@yahoo.com
715.491.1609

Around the World: Dinner and a Movie

Description:
Do you enjoy exotic foods and watching movies with subtitles? Do you long to experience a foreign culture? Join us in celebrating God’s diversity. At every gathering we will focus on specific areas of the world, experiment with ethnic cuisine, and watch a film from that region of the world. No passport required, just an open mind and a sense of adventure.

Where:
1263 Barclay St
St. Paul, MN 55106

When:
Dinner 6:00PM
Movie around 7:00PM
Mar 28th, Apr 25th

Contact(s):
Nicholle Brokke
nicholle.brokke@gmail.com
218.371.0200

Lisa Sanders

Ballroom Dancing at Substance

Description:
Forget about “Dancing with the Stars,” dance under the stars at the Operations Center! In the next six weeks, we will be covering American Swing dances like East Coast and West Coast Swing along with the Lindy Hop. We will spend two weeks on each dance. Casual attire.

Where:
Small Auditorium
Substance Operations Center

When:
7:00 – 8:00PM
Mondays: Mar 15th, 22nd, 29th,
Apr 5th, 12th, 19th

Contact(s):
Alex Pennell
apennell01@hotmail.com
612.789.0082

Alicia Cole
alicia@substancechurch.com
612.310.2397

Be A Blessing!

Description
Be a blessing by bringing a meal to a mom who has just had a baby. Calling all people: moms, dads, singles, college students- anyone that can pick up food and drop it off. Whether it’s take-out or a homemade meal- either is great for a family that has just had a baby. Please send your email address and I’ll forward information to you.

Dates
Ongoing

Time
Varies

Location
All over the Metro

Contact
Sarah Beth Seguin
sarahbethseguin@yahoo.com
763.442.0532

Book of Acts Bible Study

Description
Come and learn about the role of the Holy Spirit in the early Church and how He continues to empower, equip, and guide us today. This interactive Bible study is for anyone, at any place in their Christian walk. Join us for food, fellowship, study and prayer. Please bring your Bible and a notebook.

Dates
Wednesdays

Time
Food & Fellowship: 6:30 – 7:00 PM
Bible Study, Worship: 7:00 – 8:30 PM

Location
Tom and Shelley Fix
11647 Oakview Court
Champlin, MN 55316

Contact
Shelley Fix
sjfix@comcast.net
763.421.7529

Tom Fix
tomfix44@comcast.net
763.229.0017

Breaking Bread Together: Dinner & Bible Study

Description
Join us for dinner and a bible study of John! First we will fellowship over a delicious meal, then we’ll dive into God’s Word and let God speak to us.

Dates
Thursdays

Time
6:15 – 8:30 pm

Location
Doug & Doreen Schulz
3166 W Owasso Blvd
Roseville, MN 55113

Contact
Doug & Doreen Schulz
doug@emailkms.com
763.607.2762

Steve & Anna Milone
schu1075@umn.edu
612.812.1337

Come to the Table

Description
This group will go to the Simpson’s Women’s shelter in Minneapolis to serve a meal every other Monday. We bring a meal that is ready to serve and then take time to sit and fellowship with the women at the shelter.

Dates
Mondays: Mar 1st, 29th, May 3rd, 31st

Time
6:00 pm

Location
Community Emergency Services
1900 11th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55406

Contact
Jackie Minder
shauqlyn@gmail.com
612.990.4520

CONTACT – After Church Lunch by 40+

Description
Join us once a month after church for lunch and fellowship at a location conveniently located between the two campuses. This group is a great place to get connected and build relationships with other 40+ers.

Where
First Lunch at:
Our Bar and Grille
New Brighton

When
12:30PM
Mar 21st, Apr 25th, May 23rd

Contact(s)
Paul & Juanuta Lindgren
pjlindgren72@iglide.net
763.245.9022

Don & Michelle Lackner
trillium_hill@yahoo.com
612.799.4268

Couples Connection

Description
A group for married and engaged couples of all ages. We host fun monthly events where you can meet and mix with other couples.

Dates
E-mail Melissa Engel for an e-invite

Where
Varies

When
March TBD: Feed My Starving Children

R.S.V.P
RSVP via e-vite

Childcare
TBD

Contact
Matt & Melissa Engel
call4engel@hotmail.com
612.220.6972

Domestic Divas

Description
Join other divas of Substance Church to learn a few new tricks, swap secrets and fellowship with other Christian women as they fiercely seek God.

Power Cooking - Learn how to cook for a month in just one day!
Intimate Issues - A discussion based on great Christian books covering
tough questions on intimacy.
Marriage Q & A - Q&A on all things related to marriage.
Babies 101 - This one time introduction will take the “unknown” out of
babies, birthing, and breast feeding.
Divine deserts - Learn the art of making decorative pies and cakes.
Homeschool Collective - Bring questions or advice. It’s a time to network
and encourage those interested in homeschooling.

Dates
Bi-weekly Thursday Nights:

Power Cooking – Mar 11th
Divine Deserts – Mar 25th
Intimate Issue – Apr 8th
Marriage Q & A – Apr 22nd
Babies 101 – May 13th
Homeschool Collective – May 27th

Time
6:30 – 9:00 pm

Location
Rosener Home
2301 Tioga Blvd
New Brighton, MN 55112

Contact
Shechele Rosener
shechele@me.com
612.747.5754

Eastsiders

Description
Whether you’re a Packer backer or Vikings fan, join us along the border for dining and fellowship. We will alternate meeting at the Boddy’s house and restaurants along the beautiful St. Croix River Valley. Join us for open discussion, great people and great food. It’s a time to talk about anything from current events to tough subjects we’re maybe not always comfortable bringing up, but that we may all think about. This group is open to all. You can’t go wrong with The Eastsiders!

When
7:00PM
1st Friday: Boddy’s Home
3rd Friday: Various Restaurants

Where
The Boddy’s Home
324 Ilwaco Road
River Falls, WI 54022

Contact(s)
Bob Boddy
boddyemail@gmail.com
715.222.4463

Kim Boddy
715.425.6278

El Subgrupo

Description
This is a group for Spanish speakers who are conversationally proficient to practice, improve, and/or maintain their speaking skills and grow in their knowledge of Latin American culture. Meetings include conversation nights, meals, dancing, games, outings and more. This is not an instructional group. Ven y diviertete con nosotros!

When
3:00 PM
Segundo Domingo de cada mes

Location
1538 Englewood Ave
St Paul, MN 55104

Contact
Pablo Sanchez
psanchez02@gmail.com
651.235.5640

Nicholas Goodwin
mr.nickg@yahoo.com
763.234.6823

Everybody Eats.

Description
Come join us for lunch after church! We meet for lunch on Sundays at about 1:00 PM near the Fridley campus. We usually eat at McDonald’s or Burger King (somewhere with a playland), but occasionally we’ll eat at a place like Fuddruckers. All are welcome, including families.

Where
See Facebook Page for Locations

When
12:15PM
1st & 3rd Sundays

Contact(s)
Grant & Beth Conklin
Grant.Conklin1@gmail.com
651.308.0411

Brent & Nena Larson
brent@brentlarsonmotorsports.com

Family Fun Night: Kids Connection Picnic

April Showers Bring…. A Kids Connection Picnic! After all the dreary winter weather and spring time showers, we think an indoor picnic is in order! So, bring your family to the Operation Center for a picnic dinner. Afterwards, there will be summer time games, a bounce house, and face painting.

Where
Substance Operations Center
2776 Cleveland Ave N
Roseville, MN 55113

When
5:30PM
Friday, Apr 16th

Contact(s)
Jennifer Wisnew
jennifer@substancechurch.com
612.360.4291

Miriam Whitney
miriam@substancechurch.com
612.280.6239

Ladies Saturday Brunch

Description
Ladies, come enjoy tea and snacks while we encourage each other in intimacy with God. Women of all ages are welcome. If you are new to Substance and looking for friends, this is a great place to connect! Please check out the Facebook group for more information.

Dates
2nd Saturdays: Mar 13th, Apr 10th, May 8th

Time
11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Location
TBD

Contact
Molly Riley
mo.riley@gmail.com
612.886.5474
Ginger Russel
royalgigi80@gmail.com
612.202.9446

The LOOP

Description
Fun EVENTS! Get CONNECTED! Make FRIENDS! People in their 20’s to early 30’s this group is for you! The LOOP hosts monthly events and hooks into other subgroups at Substance so you always know what’s going on!

For more info visit:
- www.facebook.com/theloopsubgroup
- www.twitter.com/theloopsubgroup

Contact
Ben Firkus
ben.firkus@gmail.com

Marriage 101

Description
Congrats! You just made the most important decision in your life… you’ve tied the knot! Now, how do you build a healthy foundation for a solid and healthy marriage with all the constraints of a busy life-work, school, money, friends and family? If you are in your fi rst or second year of marriage and want your marriage to be all that it can be, come be a part of this intimate sub-group (limited to four couples).

Dates
Mar 1st, 8th, 22nd, 29th

Time
7:30 – 9:30 pm

Location
See Facebook Group

Contact
Pastor Pete & Missy Morse
morsemissy@gmail.com pmorse@substancechurch.com

Moms Group

Description
Moms: a wise woman builds her house! Come join us as we take time out of our week to build friendships with other moms, grow closer to the Lord, and grow in wisdom, in parenting, marriage and life! This group is a safe place to laugh, cry, and share your burdens. We eat breakfast together, then we focus on a topic and have great small group discussions. We end each week with time for personal prayer needs, and each week we experience answered prayers! Cost is $7.00 per week which includes childcare, facility rental, snacks, and crafts for kids.

Dates
Wednesdays

Time
9:45 am - Noon

Location
Fridley Covenant Church
6390 University Ave NE
Fridley, MN 55432

Contact
Melissa Engel
call4engel@hotmail.com
612.220.6972

Tiffany Heeg
tiffanyheeg@gmail.com
651.353.1265

On Belay (Climb On)

Description
Does rock climbing interest you? We want to invite you to join us whether you red point 5.13s, have never put on a harness, you’re an avid athlete, or just want to get out of the house. Come enjoy fellowship within the climbing community at Substance and where ever we climb.

Where
See Facebook Group

When
Friday & Monday Nights

Contact(s)
Grant Conklin
grant.conklin1@gmail.com
651.308.0411

Zach Dynes
zach.dynes@gmail.com
507.822.1517

Over 40 with under 10

Description
Being a parent that is over 40 years old with kids under 10, poses a unique situation that younger parents find hard to relate with. Join this group to help connect with other families in the same situation as we plan fun events for both the parents and the kids!

Where
Contact Kristi or Kim for detials

Where
TBD

Contact(s)
Kristi Strassburg
kstrassburg@q.com

Kim Sheagren
kim@ejoel.com

Parade of Homes: Presented by 40+

Description
Come out once a month as we visit someone’s house for a night of socializing and fun. Please contact us to get on the email list, but we will be traveling around the cities to various houses of Substance attendees. Each night will be different for entertainment and food, but a $5 per person charge will cover food and beverages. If you would like to host a Parade of Homes at your house please contact us!

Where
Email Connie to get on mailing list
Look for flyers at church

Where
One Friday a Month

Contact(s)
Connie Hoffman
conniesue.hoffman@gmail.com

Pregnancy and Birth for the Joy of it!

Description
Come build great relationships and lasting friendships with other pregnant moms and couples. Licensed birth instructor/birth doula, Sarah Beth Seguin, will give you everything you’ll need to have a wonderful and healthy pregnancy and birth. Please call or email me with any questions you may have.

Location
Email Sarah for details

When
See Website: http://sites.google.com/site/thedoulagirl

Contact
Sarah Beth Sequin
sarahbethseguin@yahoo.com
763.442.0532

Rock Your Relationship!

Description
A fun seminar for singles and dating couples about relationships and the knowledge that is crucial to developing healthy relationships with the opposite sex. You will learn the five bonding forces, how you can grow in them, and what outside forces affect them. This info will protect you from marrying the wrong person, help you date without getting your heart broken, and alert you to unhealthy relationship patterns.

To sign-up: email rockyourrelationship@comcast.net with your name(s), phone #, and the group you will attend. Visit Facebook group: Rock Your Relationship for more details. Handouts provided weekly.

Dates
All Groups run 6 weeks:
Group 3: Thursdays in Minnetonka,
                      Mar 4th – Apr 8th
Group 4: Fridays in St Paul,
                      Mar 5th – Apr 9th
Group 5: Wednesdays in Minnetonka,
                      Apr 21st – May 26th

Time
7:00 – 8:30 pm

2 Locations
St Paul – Caribou Coffee
3354 Rice Street
Little Canada, MN 55126

Minnetonka
5076 Woodgate Court
Minnetonka, MN 55345

Contact
Kent Mackintosh
rockyourrelationship@comcast.net
612.618.8367

Barbara Mackintosh
rockyourrelationship@comcast.net
612.618.2205

Rock Your Relationship! (Married)

Description
A fun seminar for married couples with or without children. We’ll talk about what happens when the honeymoon is over and why the relationship changes from the dating years. You’ll gain the knowledge and skills that are crucial to developing a deeper and more intimate married relationship. We’ll explore the five “bonding forces”, conflict resolution, family leadership, and the top three challenges for young married couples – time, sex, and money!

Dates
Group runs 6 weeks:
Fridays: Apr 16th – May 21st

Time
7:00 – 8:30 pm

Location
St Paul – Caribou Coffee
3354 Rice Street
Little Canada, MN 55126

Contact
Kent Mackintosh
rockyourrelationship@comcast.net
612.618.8367

Barbara Mackintosh
rockyourrelationship@comcast.net
612.618.2205

Snowboard/Ski with Substance

Description
Come snowboard/ski/telemark and fellowship with us this winter! Lift tickets will cost between $25 – $45, plus rental if necessary. Dress for the weather.

Dates
Twice monthly based on weather

Time
TBA

Location
TBA

Contact
Gina Gannucci
ginaganucci@gmail.com
763.221.5947
or
Rob Riehm
robriehm@gmail.com
612.636.4811

Soups On!

Description
In Session 1, we explored making healthy homemade bone broth soups. In Session 2 we’ll revisit beef bone broth, talk about bean and legume soups while broadening topics to include how to properly store your fresh produce purchases to extend their freshness in order to get more out of your grocery budget. May class will cover homemade veggie dishes and salad dressings. Supper is included. Come to learn but also to share what you know! CLASS IS LIMITED TO 8. (Additional classes will be added as interest dictates.)
Cost: $10-$13.

Dates
Once per month

Time
Email Cheryl for Details

Contact
Cheryl Shepperd
tvbotc@yahoo.com
763.360.0691

Substance Church Softball

Description
Softball junkies unite! Alright, you don’t have to be a junkie to have fun playing softball this year. Come and meet new friends, hang out with old friends, and just have a good time outdoors. There are men’s and co-ed teams of all skill levels, so there is a spot for you! Cost: $50-$60, Items to Bring: glove, non-metal spike cleats.

Dates/Time
Various Locations around the City Weekday Evenings

Contact
Wynn Hagemeyer
coach@substancechurchsoftball.com
651.485.1142

Heather Lee Anderson
anderson.heather@gmail.com

Taste of Twin Cities

Description
Come out and enjoy some of the culinary treasures of the Twin Cities. From the messy ribs of Rudolph’s in Minneapolis to the rocking ravioli at Cossetta’s in St. Paul, you’re sure to fi nd a new place to fi ll your stomach, and new friends to enjoy it with! Mark your calendar for these dates and get ready for the fun! Each restaurant will have a new video to get you ready for the fun, so check out our Facebook fan Page, “Taste of the Twin Cities” or our website, www.JoinTaste.
com to view the videos and get updates!

Where
Various Restaurants around the Twin Cities

When
7:30PM
Mar 10th, 24th, April 7th, 21st,
May 5th, 19th

Contact(s)
Bill Svoboda
bill@jointaste.com
612.805.4080

Taste of the Twin Cities – Date Night!

Description
Same great locations, laughs, and fun times – Now for couples! Variety is the spice of life so come out and discover the culinary treasures of the Twin Cities and infuse your life with the flavor of new friends as we take a tour to find the best restaurants. Whether it’s the messy ribs of Rudolph’s in Minneapolis, or the rocking ravioli at Cossetta’s in St. Paul, you’re sure to find a new place to fill your stomach and new friends to enjoy it with you! Check out our Facebook group and our website www.JoinTaste.com.