Next services, Sunday 8 a.m. & 11 a.m.
Next services, Sunday 8 a.m. & 11 a.m.
Isaiah’s Gospel — The last section of Isaiah’s book (Chapters 40-66) is filled with comfort based on the return from exile, the servant who suffers for the nation, and a call to return to worship the One True God. Join in as we dive into God’s word together. All are welcome to this class.
Teacher: Gail Mitchell
Room: Fellowship Hall (Lower Level)
The Bible is the inspired Word of God to us. It is expansive and cohesive. One great and unified story of God interacting with humanity from the beginning to the end of time and beyond. It teaches us from the past, equips us for the present, and prepares us for the future. This is a chapter-by-chapter, chronological study through the entire Bible, linking it together as it happened. We will see God’s consistent and mighty work, love, and faithfulness. We will find encouragement, strength, and direction to apply daily. This is the second quarter this class is being held. Jump in at any time. Reading Lists available.
Teacher: Ernest Finklea
Room: Sanctuary (Main Level)
A discussion-oriented class with weekly engagement of tricky topics including new definitions of racism, the ideological use of science, Christian views on the age of the earth, Christian responses to alcohol, engaging the LGBTQ revolution, occasions for civil disobedience, the pornography epidemic, gender roles in the church, life after Roe vs. Wade, the 2nd Amendment, and more. Be ready to engage the day’s tensions with thoughtful analysis, pastoral guidance, and timeless biblical principles.
Teacher: Pastor Dan Gunderson
Room: 180 Worship Center (Lower Level)
Pastor Dan became senior pastor at Walnut Hill in September of 2018.
Born to Baraboo high school teachers, Dan and his family were core members at Walnut Hill (formerly First Baptist Church) during exciting growth years in the 1970’s and 80’s. His mom, Ruth, was a staple in church life, serving as the church secretary for 30 years.
After high school, Dan moved on to the Minneapolis area to attend Northwestern College where he felt the call to pursue a life in full-time ministry. After receiving a bachelor’s degree in Christian Education in 1996, Dan went up the road to Bethel Theological Seminary where he earned a Masters of Divinity degree in 2000.
Upon graduation, Dan was called back to Baraboo to take the position of youth pastor at Walnut Hill. In 2007, after seven years of youth ministry, he transitioned to an associate pastor position, a role he held for 11 years in service to Pastor Dave. During this time Dan was able to secure a Doctor of Ministry degree in Pastoral Studies from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, IL (2013).
On the home front, Dan met his wife Vonny in Minneapolis and they married in June of 1998. Together they have three children making their way into adulthood (Grace, John, and Clara).
In addition to church responsibilities, Dan is always glad to have opportunities to be coaching, working out, hiking, whistling, juggling, or riling up other people’s kids. He’s also developed a writing hobby and has his sights set on publishing a history of Walnut Hill.