| Cards & Cafe - Summer '25 | Join us as we build community around cards, games, coffee, and sweet treats. Be sure to sign up for this great opportunity to meet new friends, have good conversations, and enjoy fun games. This ongoing team meets weekly starting on 6/4. | |
| Cards & Cafe - Wint/Spg '25 | Join us as we build community around cards, games, coffee, and sweet treats. Be sure to sign up for this great opportunity to meet new friends, have good conversations, and enjoy fun games. This ongoing team meets weekly starting on 1/8/25. | |
| Create and Connect | Come join this laid-back, social group where we hang out, chat, and work on fun hands-on activities like sewing, crosswords, coloring, puzzles, origami, scrapbooking, Wordle, Legos, and more. Bring your project or come for the company! Everyone is welcome! This team will meet on 6/12, 6/26, 7/10, and 7/24. | |
| F3: Men's Fitness | Join us for a boot camp-style workout with the F3 Spirit Region whose mission is to plant, grow, and serve men through small workout groups. The Action Team leader will share his passion for life, serving, and leadership, spurring men to improve physically, mentally, and emotionally. This is a rotating, peer-led, workout. Following each workout, there will be a 30-minute discussion from the Q-Source manual. Materials will be sent via the Slack app. You will need work gloves and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. The leader will supply a cinder block to be used as a weight. Find more info about F3 at f3nation.com. This ongoing, weekly team begins on 1/4/25. | |
| F3: Men's Fitness - Summer '25 | Join us for a boot camp-style workout with the F3 Spirit Region whose mission is to plant, grow, and serve men through small workout groups. The leader will share his passion for life, serving, and leadership, spurring men to improve physically, mentally, and emotionally. This is a rotating, peer-led workout. Following each workout, there will be a 30-minute discussion from the Q-Source manual. Materials will be sent via the Slack app. You will need work gloves and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. The leader will supply a cinder block to be used as a weight. Find more info about F3 at f3nation.com. This ongoing, weekly team begins on 6/7. | |
| Father Figures in Film | "The movie genre of “magical realism” tends to also overlap with spiritual themes that Christians should consider. Join Doug Mauss as we look at three movies with fantastical elements regarding father figures, and what we can learn about our own faith and relationship with our Heavenly Father. Watch the movies on your own ahead of time, and then come prepared to discuss and learn with the group. This team meets for 3 sessions on Tuesday nights from 7:00-8:30 pm beginning 6/3 with the Big Fish, directed by Tim Burton, starring Ewan McGregor. We'll also be discussing Field of Dreams, starring Kevin Costner and Interstate 50, starring James Marsden.
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| Fit and Strong (Beginner) | THIS TEAM IS FULL. TO BE ADDED TO A WAITLIST, PLEASE EMAIL WHOLELIFE@PATHFINDERSTL.ORG. This beginner exercise class is designed for all fitness levels. However, if you have a medical condition or have never exercised before, which could put yourself and others at risk, please reach out to wholelife@pathfinderstl.org for guidance before registering. This class will be empowering, encouraging, and fun! You'll use everything from your own body weight and dumbbells' to TRX and battle ropes. You will be taught proper form and technique by volunteer leader, Lisa Aston, a personal trainer and member of Pathfinder. Bring a mat and water. Let's get strong together! This 6-week team meets weekly beginning 3/26/25. | |
| Genealogy | What mysteries do you have within your family? Did great-great-great-grandpa fight on both sides in the Civil War? Did your first-generation German American ancestor move to America to make a better life only to see his young sons go off to war? Whether you can’t find Grandma’s birth certificate or want to become a member of a lineage society, join us as we brainstorm avenues to research and share family discoveries. Please come with an idea of what you might like to explore; for example, a family story you would like to verify, a particular family name you would like to learn more about, questions about a lineage society, a family tree or history you have already put together. This team meets for 4 sessions on 4/28/25, 5/12/25, 5/19/25, and 6/2/25. | |
| Global Eats in St. Louis - Summer '25 | Welcome, adventurous foodies! We plan to explore the diverse culture of St. Louis through food. On each adventure, we'll sample a cuisine from the various restaurants across the St. Louis metro area. Bring your appetite, some $$, and lots of laughter! This monthly team meets for 3 sessions on 6/3, 7/1, and 8/5. Times and dates are flexible depending on the needs of those who sign up. The leader will communicate additional details. | |
| GriefShare Wint/Spg '25 | You don't have to go through the grieving process alone. GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who understand what you are going through and want to help. You'll gain access to valuable resources to help you recover from your loss and encourage you in rebuilding your life. There is a $25 fee to cover materials for this team. You will receive a confirmation email after registration with a link to make payment. This team meets weekly for 13 sessions starting on 1/27/25. Team details will be communicated by the leader. | |
| Grill ‘n Chill | Are you in the phase of life where you’re "sort of" an adult and just trying to find other "sort of" adults to figure it all out with? Join us for summer Grill ‘n Chill nights! It’s simple...we meet on Friday nights, grill food, eat it, and get to know each other. Kids are also welcome! Bring your family and a potluck-style dish to share. This weekly team meets 7 times starting on 6/6. Block-out dates when the team is not meeting are 6/13 and 7/4. | |
| Growing Deeper - Summer '25 | Do you desire to connect more with others on a Sunday morning at Pathfinder? Do you also wish to grow deeper in your faith? Don't let a great Pathfinder message be forgotten! Join this team and enjoy growing in your faith while getting to know others! This team uses questions written specifically for each Pathfinder message to guide the conversation. Join this ongoing, friendly discussion team that meets weekly after the early service starting on 6/1. | |
| Growing Deeper - Wint/Spg '25 | Do you desire to connect more with others on a Sunday morning at Pathfinder? Do you also wish to grow deeper in your faith? Don't let a great Pathfinder message be forgotten! Join this team and enjoy growing in your faith while getting to know others! Together, this team uses questions written specifically for each Pathfinder message to guide the conversation. Join this ongoing, friendly discussion team weekly after the 9:00 am service starting on 1/19/25. | |
| He Leads Me - A Study of Psalm 23 | Join this casual study of the 23rd Psalm and learn what it means to follow the Good Shepherd, Jesus, who leads, guides, supplies all we need, and loves his sheep. This weekly team will meet for 6 weeks beginning on 6/4. | |
| Iron Chicks - Summer '25 | Just as iron sharpens iron, women need other women to grow and sharpen a strong faith! If you are looking to connect with the Bible in contemporary studies with women who are indeed young at heart, then join this team. This ongoing team has been meeting and yet welcomes newcomers to jump into God's Word with them! Once a study ends, the group will choose the next study. This ongoing team meets weekly starting on 6/5. The meeting schedule and details will be communicated by the leader. | |
| Iron Men: Reclaiming the Virtues of Manhood | Come join our pastors as we reclaim what it means for men to walk in God’s calling for their lives. This weekly, ongoing large group/small group experience will go through the Authentic Manhood video series together and break into small groups for discussion and application. Price of entry: bring a friend who’s willing to commit to attending with you! And $20 fee for the study book. You will receive a confirmation email after registration with a link to make payment. This weekly team starts on 1/16/25. | |
| Kids Min Prep Team | Come help prepare supplies for the early childhood classrooms in Pathfinder Kids Ministry. Moms with young kids tagging along are especially welcome as they won’t be alone. This serving team is very flexible, accommodating, and welcoming! This ongoing team meets weekly starting on 1/3/25. This group meets on Fridays based on the service/Kids Min schedule. | |
| MOMents - Summer '25 | Hey, moms and kids! Join this group of moms looking to grow spiritually this summer, individually and as a community with our kids. Each meeting will start with a brief faith-filled activity with kids, and then they’ll play while the moms dig into a Bible study that we’ll choose together! This team aims to meet moms where they are and support them in their relational and spiritual journeys. This summer team will meet weekly at the St. John School upper playground for 8 weeks beginning on 6/2. | |
| Money Canvas by Thrivent | Money Canvas is a free online program that helps you build healthier budgeting, saving, and spending habits. Over the course of 3-4 virtual sessions with just you and your Money Guide, you will build confidence and learn to mindfully manage your money. Once registered, the Action Team staff will contact participants with information on how to get started with this program. Begins on date agreed upon between you and your Money Guide. This is for individuals or couples. Registrants do not participate as a group in this Action Team. | |
| Novel Ladies | Are you a lover of novels? Join other women who love reading as much as you. Each month we will select a novel that appeals to the group and gather to share insights, opinions, wine, and more! Location preference will be determined by the group. This 4 session group meets the first Monday of each month starting on 2/3/25. | |
| Novel Ladies - Summer '25 | Are you a lover of novels? Join other women who love reading as much as you! Each month, we will select a novel that appeals to the group and gather to share insights, opinions, wine, and more! Location preference will be determined by the group. This group meets monthly starting on 6/2 and continues every first Monday of each month for a total of 3 sessions. | |
| One Child at a Time | Today's youth have never known a time without access to digital technology and information. Many children already own a smartphone, waiting for the next big thing to happen. From the increased use of technology for the first-grader to the preteen exposed to cyberbullying, how can we help build faith in our youth? In our book study on "Building Faith One Child at a Time," Becky Schuricht Peters provides great insight into the spiritual development of young children. Although the primary audience for this book is educators, it is a great read for parents as well. It provides parents with tools to leverage conversations with their children around faith and to help their children who are experiencing stress in an ever-changing world. This team meets for 5 sessions on 6/4, 6/11, 7/2, 7/9, and 7/16. The meeting location and details will be communicated by the leader. | |
| Pickleball - Spring '25 | THIS TEAM IS CLOSED. TO BE PLACED ON A WAITING LIST, PLEASE EMAIL WHOLELIFE@PATHFINDERSTL.ORG. Are you a Pickleball player? If so, this is the action team for you! Join us for 9 weeks of pickleball play. This team is for experienced players. We will play at the Pathfinder gym. Bring your own paddles. This team meets weekly beginning 3/26/25. | |
| Prayer Hiking Action Team | During Pathfinder's 40 Days of Prayer, enjoy God's great outdoors while prayer hiking on various Wildwood trails. This weekly team will meet for 5 hikes beginning on 5/28. Specific hiking locations will be communicated by the leaders. | |
| Prayer Postcards for Communities | Come and join in as we pray for our communities during Pathfinder's 40 Days of Prayer. This Action Team will meet for prayer, connection, and conversation as we prepare postcards to be sent out to community businesses, government centers, fire and police departments, and more. All supplies will be provided by the leader. This team will meet on 5/29, 6/12 and 6/26. | |
| Prayer Shawl Team - Summer '25 | Do you crochet or knit? Would you like to bring your skills to a team wanting to bless others? Join this team that comes together to create prayer shawls. Prayer shawls are beautiful shawls that are intentionally made to bless people who are going through a difficult time in life and could benefit from a tangible gift of encouragement. We’ll not only create prayer shawls, but we will also get to know each other. This biweekly team starts on 6/4. The leader will communicate the full schedule (which is flexible based on the team). | |
| Prayer Shawl Team - Wint/Spg '25 | Do you crochet or knit? Would you like to bring your skill to a team that wants to bless others? Join this Action Team that will come together to create prayer shawls, beautiful shawls that have been intentionally made to bless people who are going through a difficult time in life and could benefit from a tangible gift of encouragement. We’ll also get to know each other in this team that hopes to be ongoing. This biweekly team will start on 1/15/25 and the full schedule (which is flexible based on the team) will be communicated by the leader. | |
| Prayer Walk Team - Sundays | Join us for a 35-minute guided prayer walk each Sunday between services during Pathfinder's 40 Days of Prayer. Together, we'll reflect on Scripture and pray over our community, leaders, and world. This is a kid-friendly experience! While children may bring some noise and wiggles, we believe it's essential for them to witness a praying church and learn the power of intercession. As Jesus said, "Let the little children come to Me," Mark 10:14. Walk, pray, and listen to God together. This team meets for 5 weeks beginning on 5/25. | |
| Prayer Walking - Tuesdays | During Pathfinder's 40 Days of Prayer, join Pastor Doug as he leads Prayer Walks in our community. This team meets weekly for 6 walks beginning on 5/20. Specific walking meet-up spots will be communicated by the leader. | |
| Senior Men's Bible Study | "Iron sharpens iron" in this established team of senior men who gather to study God's Word and encourage each other in their faith. This team has been meeting for years and happily welcomes "new, older men" to join them as they study scripture. This ongoing team meets weekly starting on 6/4. The leader will communicate the meeting schedule and details. | |
| Short Hikes for Little Legs | Listen, it’s the call of the wild—children that is! ”Short Hikes for Little Legs” is about you and your elementary-aged or younger adventurer experiencing the joy of Missouri’s nature. Led by a parent with three enthusiastic young hikers who love muddy trails and nature discoveries, these short (under two-mile) excursions focus on fun, fellowship, and an appreciation of God’s creation. Frequent stops for frogs and creeks are expected—previous hiking experience is not! So let’s get outside, explore, and make memories this summer! This weekly team starts on 6/3 and meets for 8 sessions. Block out dates, bonus weekend family hikes, and locations will be communicated by the leader. | |
| Sole Sisters - Summer '25 | Are you looking to become more active but haven't yet found a running buddy? Do you want to strengthen your family physically, mentally, and relationally as you build community? Join us to go running! This intro to running is not meant to be scary or intimidating. Join other like-minded women and build accountability. Each run begins and ends at the same location, so parking will be accommodating. Runs will start short (about 1 mile) and work up each week in pace with the group. Children under 18 are welcome with a parent, but they must be able to run the distance. Dates are 6/8, 6/22, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27. | |
| Summer Concerts in the Park | It's summer concert time! We will meet at Bluebird Park for their weekly Thursday evening FREE concerts. Bring chairs and any food and drink you wish. Glass is prohibited. All performances begin at 7:00 pm and end at 9:00 pm. For the first concert, we will meet at 6:00 pm and for subsequent concerts we will meet at 6:30 pm. During the concerts, enjoy food, local artisans, and produce. Leaders will communicate a designated area to meet each week. This weekly team will attend nine concerts in total, starting on 6/5. | |
| The Chosen: Season 2 - Family Team | You are invited to a weekly gathering this summer, during June and July, to watch the 2nd season of The Chosen. This will be a casual get-together for both adults and children. We will watch outdoors whenever the weather permits. If you haven't watched Season 1, start binging now so you can jump into Season 2 with us. This team meets weekly for 6 sessions in the leader’s backyard starting on 6/1, and will not meet on 7/7. Common Sense Media rates The Chosen for ages 8+. | |
| The Path Finders Hiking | If you like the phrase "off the beaten path" or Pathfinder's own "The best paths aren't paved," this team is for you. This hiking group will explore the surrounding areas of West County, roughly 4-5 miles and approximately 2 hours per hike. Tennis shoes or hiking shoes are recommended, hiking sticks if you prefer (not required), a water bottle, and bug spray as needed. The leader will send out trailhead information before each session meets. This biweekly team meets 7 times starting 3/1/2024. | |
| The Path Finders Hiking - Summer '25 | If you like the phrase "off the beaten path" or Pathfinder's "the best paths aren't paved," this team may be for you. This hiking group will explore the surrounding areas of West County, roughly 4-5 miles, and approximately 2 hours per hike. Tennis shoes or hiking shoes recommended, hiking sticks if you prefer (not required), a water bottle, and bug spray as needed. The leader will send out the location the week before each hike. This biweekly team meets every other Saturday starting on 6/7 for a total of 5 sessions. | |
| The Playdate Posse | Calling all parents of preschool and elementary age kids! This Action Team will connect kids, as well as their parents, and allow them to have some summer fun at parks and playgrounds in the area. Some playgrounds will have a water component, so be prepared! In the case of bad weather, the leaders will communicate alternative arrangements, whether it be a change in date or an indoor play area. This team meets on various days of the week on the following dates: 6/6, 6/21, 7/1, 7/18, 7/30. | |
| The Shack Guys | This weekly Bible study is for men looking to grow in their faith while enjoying fellowship and good food! Join this team and get a taste for what you have been missing. This ongoing team meets weekly starting on 6/6. Materials needed and additional details will be communicated by the leader. | |
| The Shack Guys - Winter '25 | This weekly Bible study is for men looking to grow in their faith while enjoying fellowship and good food! Join this team and get a taste for what you have been missing. This ongoing team meets weekly starting on 1/24/25. Materials needed and additional details will be communicated by the leader. | |
| Trivia Night - Wint/Spg '25 | THIS TEAM IS FULL. TO BE ADDED TO A WAITLIST, PLEASE EMAIL WHOLELIFE@PATHFINDERSTL.ORG. Come and test your knowledge on various topics while enjoying good company, good food, and drinks! The good company and trivia are free! This 16-week team meets weekly starting on 1/15/25. More information will be provided by the leader the weekend before the first meeting. | |
| Video Yoga | Join me and YouTube yoga guru "Yoga with Adriene" as we practice video-led, 30-40 minute sessions weekly. We’ll follow an intermediate-level flow playlist. Bring a yoga mat and water bottle. This weekly class meets for 16 weeks starting on 1/8/25. | |
| Video Yoga - Summer '25 | Join YouTube yoga instructor Adriene Mishler and me as we do yoga together. We'll practice 30-40 minute video-led yoga sessions weekly. We’ll follow an intermediate-level flow playlist. Bring a yoga mat and water bottle. This weekly class meets for 13 weeks starting on 6/4. | |
| Visual Faith for Families | In honor of Pathfinder's 40 Days of Prayer, join us as we learn about Visual Prayer, a practice within Visual Faith that can grow your prayer and spiritual life! This family-friendly team will meet to create cards and notes of encouragement for people in our community, while also having fun coloring. This team is for all ages and meets for 6 weeks starting on 5/21. | |
| Wednesday Hiking | Get outdoors and join us on the trails. This group will meet weekly at local trails in the West County area, both on flat walking trails and cleared but inclined dirt trails. This 12-week team meets weekly beginning on 3/12/25. | |
| Wednesday Hiking - Summer '25 | Get outdoors and join us on the trails. This group will meet weekly at local trails in the West County area on flat walking trails and cleared but inclined dirt trails. This 9-week team begins on 6/4. The leader will communicate the location details in advance. | |
| Women, Wisdom & Wine 2.0 | This new group is formed from the OG Women, Wisdom & Wine! Women age 21+ in any stage of life are welcome and encouraged to join Women, Wisdom & Wine. We'll gather, eat, drink, and laugh as we form friendships in a safe place with women of all ages and backgrounds. This team meets for 4 sessions on 6/19, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31. The meeting location and details will be communicated weekly by the leader. | |
| Women's Event Planning - Summer '25 | Women of Pathfinder! We invite you to join this established group of planners who gather regularly to brainstorm, delegate, and execute Pop-Up events for the women of Pathfinder and our surrounding community. Summer Planning focuses on Party with a Purpose and Advent by Candlelight. If you have a heart for serving, a creative mind, and/or know how to plan a fun occasion, this team is for you! This ongoing team typically meets once a month throughout the year and occasionally more frequently based on the particular event being planned. The summer meeting start date and time will be communicated after the final spring team meeting. | |
| Women's Event Planning Team | Hey, ladies! Join this established group of women who regularly gather to brainstorm, plan, and execute Pop-Up events for our Pathfinder women and the larger community. If you have a heart for serving, a creative mind, and/or know how to plan a good time, this team is for you! This team meets about once a month throughout the Action Team season (Jan-May) and as needed based on the events. The first meeting will be on 1/22/25. | |
| Women's Summer Book and Bible Study | Looking to stay connected to God and other women this summer? Jump into this study at any time with Mitch Album's, Stranger in the Lifeboat. This compelling novel makes you ponder your deepest beliefs. Women meet for fellowship and to discuss and share what they are learning from this thought provoking book. Join this Action Team on 5/20, 6/24 and 7/15. | |
| Workout 101 | Ever wanted to get into a routine of working out, but you don’t know where to start? "Workout 101" is for all skill levels. We will do a 15-minute warmup followed by 30 minutes of circuit-type workouts. This team will meet for 8 weeks starting on 6/7. | |
| Young Adult Prayer Group | Join us for the 40 Days of Prayer to unlock the power of prayer in your personal and social life. Learn the practices of prayer journaling, praying out loud, and praying through scripture with other young adults. This team will meet for 6 weeks starting on 5/22. Additional details will be communicated by the leader. | |