Small Groups

Want to know more? Call any of the leaders below or call the church (879-6765) for information on joining one of our small groups.

Join with other moms for fellowship and study while the children play in supervised care areas. This Group is on break for the holidays and will resume on Tuesday, January 12th. Childcare is available for kids age 0-Kindergarten. For more information contact one of the leaders.

Leader: Lindsey Doty (879-6109) or Linnea Barto (879-1924) 

Location: The Tab- Family Room

Time: Tuesdays at 9:15 to 11:00 AM beginning January 12,2010

Ladies Bible Study

Ruth Rasmussen leads this group. They will begin again September 9 and will be studying "Believing God" by Beth Moore. Contact one of the leaders if you would like more information.

Leaders: Ruth Rasmussen (879-2425) and Dorothy Luoma (879-3452)

Location: The Tab, rooms 2-3

Time: Tuesdays at 1:00 PM

"Love You To Pieces" Quilting Small Group

This group meets the second Thursday of the month in the lower level fellowship hall to work on quilts to be donated. You need not be a quilter—there are non-sewing duties such as sorting material and tying quilts. Fellowship is a big part of the day! You can come and go anytime between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM.

Leaders: Sue Belich (384-4496) and Patti Jahn (879-3997)

Location: The Tab, Lower Level Fellowship Hall

Time: Second Thursday of the month from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Sharpening Iron Men's Adventure Group

This group meets the second Monday evening of every month at 7:00 PM at the Tab. The main purpose is to develop connectedness between the men at the Tab. In addition to the monthly meetings, we hope to schedule "adventure activities" that will be exciting and interesting.

For more information about this group, meeting times, interaction and comment from other guys, go to www.sharpeningironcgt.com or click HERE. If you would like to receive email notices of meetings and activities, email Ted Sexton at sharpeningiron@gmail.com or contact Ted at 729-7617.

Leader: Ted Sexton (729-7617)

Location: Sanctuary

Time: Second Monday of the month at 7:00 PM (unless rescheduled)

Finding God in Broken Places

This group is for women and will meet in the home of Sue Erickson to study the book "Finding God in Broken Places". There are two groups: one meets everyother Monday at 1:15 p.m. and the other meets everyother Wednesday at 1:15 p.m.

Leader: Sue Erickson (879-4750)

Location: 2210 E. Carlton Avenue, Cloquet

Time: Everyother Monday or Wednesday at 1:15 p.m.

Proverbs and Parables

This women’s study group is going through the book “Proverbs and Parables”.

Leader: Joan Pedersen (879-5835)

Location: 2009½ Doddridge Ave, Cloquet

Time: Tuesdays at 7:00 PM

This group for men 18 and older meets on Sunday evenings at 8:10 PM at the Cloquet Area Recreation Center. Join other hockey enthusiasts for a short Bible study followed by some seriously fun ice time.

Leader: Pastor Fred Goldschmidt (879-6765)

Location: CARC

Cost: $10 per person per week to cover the cost of ice time.

Time: Sundays at 8:10 PM

Financial Peace University

Financial Peace University is a life-changing program developed by Dave Ramsey that teaches you how to make the right decisions with your money. You'll be empowered with the practical skills and confidence needed to achieve your financial goals and experience true financial peace! Preview the program on Thursday, January 7th at 7:00 PM or Tuesday, January 12th at 7:00 PM. The 13-week program begins on Tuesday and Thursday, January 26th and 28th at 7:00 PM. 

Leader: Pastor Fred Goldschmidt, 879-6765

Location: CGT Family Room

Time: Tuesdays or Thursdays at 7:00 PM beginning January 26th or 28th

"Escape the Coming Night"

This group will review the book written by Dr. David Jeremiah on the book of Revelation and will be taught by Tom Warden on Wednesday nights at 6:30 p.m.

Leader: Tom Warden, 878-4993

Location: CGT, Lower Level

Time: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM 

New Testament Overview

This group meets Sunday mornings in the classroom across from the sanctuary during the Sunday School hour: 9:45 to 10:30 AM. Join Stan Anderson as you survey the New Testament.

Leader: Stan Anderson, 879-1245

Location: Classroom across from the sanctuary

Time: Sundays at 9:45 AM beginning March 15, 2009

RAT Small Group

This group meets at various locations and various times. To find out more about what is involved with this group, contact Jonathan Tobias at 260-6275.

Leader: Jonathan Tobias, 260-6275

Location: Varies

Time: Varies

How to love your wife as Christ loved the church

This group is for married men and men going to get married.  For more information and/or to sign up for this small group contact John Donicht.

Leader: John Donicht, 384-4573 or john@donicht.us

Location: Cloquet Gospel Tabernacle

Time: Saturdays at 8:00 a.m. beginning February 6, 2010

Mother Nature's Got No Brain! Intelligent Design 101

Creation was no accident! Nor did the complexities and wonders of nature develop through a series of random events. This new class, taught by Dr. Jim Rogers, begins Wednesday, January 6 at the Tab. Dr. Rogers will lead you in exploring some of the scientific evidence for a Creator. Here is a great opportunity for students of God's Word to become better informed about God's creation.

Leader: Dr. Jim Rogers, 879-5267

Location: Cloquet Gospel Tabernacle

Time: Wednesdays beginning January 6, 2010

Midweek Bible Study

Always a "meat and potatoes" class, this group learns the Bible, how to live it, and how to enjoy friendship along the way. Topics vary and discussion is always encouraged. Current Study is "The Old Testament. What's in it for me?"

Leaders: Bill Lagarde (384-3434) and Virgil Rasmussen (879-2425)

Location: CGT Lower Level

Time: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM

In this group you will focus on very short, pointed skits which will enhance our messages. Some skits will introduce the sermon theme, others will give visual application to deepen the impact. Each week we will discuss various skit ideas, assign parts, and divide up to rehearse. All skill level actors are invited to join in—new actiors will learn from seasoned veterans of the church stage. Come expecting fun, fellowship and a chance to "ham it up!

Leader: Pastor Fred

Location: Classroom across from Sanctuary

Time Wednesdays at 6:30 PM

Women's Prayer Group

This group meets in the old prayer room (by the stairs to the lower level) to pray for families and the church. 

Leader: Lila Hansmeyer, 879-0184

Location: Old Prayer Room

Time: Wednesdays at 6:30 PM

Four groups- Jr. High boys and girls, Sr. High boys and girls. These groups meet weekly during the school year for friendship, fun and spiritual growth. Check here next fall for times and locations of each group.

Groups at a glance

(NOTE: Some of these groups do not meet during the summer—check descriptions above)