May June 2015
Proclaim Newsletter of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church
Vacation Bible School! Register now! www.saintandrews.org/VBS Monday, June 22 – Friday, June 26, 2015 9 a.m. – 12 noon Ages 3 (by 1/1/15) through Completed Grade 5 $35 per child or $125 per family God Squad (Junior Leadership): Completed Grades 6-8 Morning only $15; Afternoon option $40 Volunteers: Completed Grade 9- Adult Sunday Celebration: June 28 at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
Mahtomedi, Minnesota
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Children Are More than Our Future Brothers and Sisters in Christ, OK, I’ll admit it, I am a sucker for cheesy 80s music. It’s not uncommon for me to be wandering the halls singing a tune or two from any band or artist from Boy George to Air Supply or something else. One line I love to say or sing at any occasion is from Whitney Houston’s, Greatest Love of All. “I believe children are the future, teach them well and let them lead the way.” Admit it, you sang along just now. That line has always made me pause for a moment and look at all children as hope for a new era. Recently in Jamaica, I was working with children who seemed to have no future. You see, their home was in a garbage dump. That dump was on fire. Yes that is correct, their home, a dump, was on fire. They were homeless. This broke my heart. We built homes and a play house for them. We loved them and they loved us. Now, not all the children lived in the dump, but many lived in places of extreme poverty. In that place of poverty, there was hope. Jesus lived there with them and you could see it. Back in the States I reflected on all the children St. Andrew’s tends to and cares for... in the Community Resource Center, the hundreds of children we have given homes to... in Martin Slovakia the hundreds of children that we work with to teach the Gospel... the program called “Treehouse” on our campus that we partner with for hurting teens... the many children and families in the Preschools of St. Andrew’s... our Sunday
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School children and all the youth in grade school, middle school, and high school. Our staff works with hundreds of families and children in teaching the good news of Jesus Christ. All this reminds me that our children are not the future of the church only. They are the now of the church. We are in ministry with them and for them. Together praising and singing, healing and serving, we are church with them.
F ROM THE L EAD PASTOR ’ S D ESK
We remember the call in Matthew that Jesus said, “Let the children come to me.” As a church and as individuals let us welcome, invite, encourage, and engage children in our work to Proclaim Jesus Christ, Live in Christ, and Serve so that the whole world will know the healing power of Christ’s love.
Rev. Michael D. Carlson Lead Pastor, St. Andrew's Lutheran Church ELCA
Connect for Care
• Let us know if you are going to be hospitalized …contact Lisa at 651-762-9117 or lgrundtner@saintandrews.org. • Emergency: a pastor is on call 24 hours a day…contact 651-426-3261 and follow the prompts. • Post-hospital visit: contact Lisa at 651-762-9117 or lgrundtner@saintandrews.org. • TLC [Tender Lutheran Care] team members available for visitation, Lisa at 651-762-9117 or lgrundtner@saintandrews.org.
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Congratulations and Thank You! On behalf of the entire congregation of St. Andrew’s, congratulations to Jan Jacobson and Jill Wieland as they retire from the Half Day program at the Preschools of St. Andrew’s. Miss Jan has been teaching at St. Andrew’s for 17 years, and Miss Jill currently serves as director and has been with the Preschools for 24 years. We thank them for their many years of providing Christ-centered, compassionate education for our preschoolers and their families.
Miss Jan
Miss Jill
Wednesday Night Worship Outdoors! 1st Wednesday In June, July, August Summer Schedule: Worship held only the first Wednesday in June, July, and August – but all three will be outdoors at the Sanctuary. Same gifted musicians, same insightful preaching. Featuring food trucks, jumpity jump, disc golf, bean bag toss, tents and more!
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Traditional Sunday Worship 9 & 10:30 a.m. Sanctuary
Contemporary Worship Saturday 5 p.m. Great Hall Sunday 9:30 a.m. Great Hall 900 Stillwater Road Mahtomedi MN 55115 (651) 426-3261 www.saintandrews.org
Wednesday Night Worship 6:15 p.m. Sanctuary (June, July , August: First Wednesday Only) SUNDAY SCHOOL AND NURSERY AT ALL SERVICES EXCEPT SUMMER. SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER FOR THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING AT 10:30 A.M. Worship at St. Andrew’s Village: 1 p.m.
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The Prayer Chapel in the Sanctuary was dedicated on April 12, 2015.
THE PRAYER CHAPEL The Prayer Chapel of St. Andrew’s is a designated place for prayer. The chapel is located in the Sanctuary building and will be open for meditation, Bible reading, and prayer anytime the building is open. All are welcome to enter the chapel for prayer whenever a need should arise. What is prayer? At one level, prayer is a conversation with God. But prayer can go deeper than ordinary conversation because prayer does not necessarily require words. At its center, prayer is simply being present to the presence of God.
“To be a Christian without prayer is no more possible than to be alive without breathing.” Martin Luther
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Survey Says...Thank You! Lift High the Cross Mission Appeal Recap From Your Church Council and Pastoral Staff
Three-Year Mission Appeal and 2012 Annual Stewardship Appeal
STORIES OF FAITH
Lift high the cross,
St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church
As the campaign comes to a close, we are in the process of making our final disbursements where the end result will be: the love of Christ proclaim,
Stay tuned for exciting ways in which we will be moving forward together in ministry. Thanks again for participating in shaping the future of St. Andrew’s.
ST. ANDREW’S LUTHERAN CHURCH
adore his sacred name
This survey is the beginning of a process by the Church Council and pastoral staff to create a fresh vision and plan to lead us toward the future God intends for our church. Results of the congregational survey will be central to our work. You'll be hearing more about survey results as we move through the process, but you should know that responses clearly indicate that St. Andrew’s is a healthy congregation interested in equipping our members for ministry and leadership, developing ministries that work toward hearing those broken by life circumstances, reaching new people and bringing them into the life of our congregation, and creating more opportunities for our members to form meaningful relationships. In the months ahead, we will focus on the opportunities and challenges you've identified as we position St. Andrew's to do even more to build God's kingdom here on Earth.
Lift High the CROSS till all the world
Thanks to all who participated in the Congregation Assessment Tool (CAT) survey. More than 1,100 people took the time to complete the survey. You are helping to shape the future of our church!
Thank you! To date we have received close to $2.4 million in contributions to the Lift High the Cross Mission Appeal. We have been able to accomplish so much with the gifts received.
Community Resource Center $450,000 – This allows us to sustain the future of the CRC, which means hundreds of families will be helped in their search for housing stability. TreeHouse Ministries $300,000 – This helped us kick off what is now the fastest growing and largest Treehouse program to date. Treehouse is a ministry that serves at-risk youth in our community with love and grace. Benevolence – given outside of our walls – over $200,000 – As a part of our mission we tithed whatever we received to help others outside of our own walls and community. Building and Grounds Improvements $1.4 million – These much-needed building upgrades in the Great Hall, Youth & Sports Center and Sanctuary were necessary to enable us to continue the excellent ministry we are dedicated to. We thank you for your generous spirit which allowed us to accomplish so much. This definitely helps us Proclaim Jesus Christ, Live in Christ and Serve, so that the whole world will know the healing power of Christ's love!
Do You Enjoy Welcoming Others? Do you have one or more of the following skills: • I can shake hands • I can smile • I can help carry a car-seat or diaper bag • I can hold an umbrella over someone’s head while they make their way to their car. Then you are perfect for the job! Contact Carrin at 651-762-9119 or cmahmood@saintandrews.org if you want to make people feel welcome at St. Andrew’s.
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LED Video Displays to Enhance Traditional Worship We are excited to announce that we will have LED video displays installed in our Sanctuary in early June, in time for VBS this year. Temporary screens have been used at St. Andrew’s for several years for VBS, Confirmation and other programs The LED video displays are similar to a large flat TV screen, and are dark when not in use. We believe these displays will without a doubt enhance our Above is a depiction of how the new LED video displays will appear placed on the brick walls on both sides of the organ facade. traditional worship. The pastoral team and music department will What kind of things will be shown on the displays? work closely together to make sure the displays enrich the worWe are working on guidelines and processes for what might be ship experience for all. They will also allow us to be better displayed. Depending on the content of a worship service, we stewards of our Sanctuary space. We often have speakers and may show a photo, map, or any of a variety of things that presenters who come to our beautiful space assuming they can support worship. plug in their computers to make their presentations. This will allow us to provide the latest technology in accommodating Will we still have bulletins? these requests. Yes, complete with printed music. Five years ago we started researching video projection, screen technology, and vendors. We learned a lot in the process and are thoroughly pleased with our decision to go with Daktronics. It truly is the best technology for our space, easiest to care for, and hands-down the best value. We look forward to the ways in which the LED video displays will augment our worship experience for all ages. In case you were wondering… A few questions you may have:
Will we be changing our style of worship in the Sanctuary on Sundays? No, the style of worship will not change. The video displays will truly enhance what we are already doing and will not dictate the way we worship together.
Will the shades need to be pulled to darken the room in order to view the displays? No. State-of-the-art technology allows viewing in virtually all lighting conditions. Consider outdoor LED displays at sports stadiums – similar or identical technology is used. Where will the displays be mounted? The LED displays will be mounted on the brick walls located along the outside of the organ pipes. When will we start using them? They will be installed mid-June and ready to go for VBS, June 22, so that thankfully we will no longer need to rent screens for this amazing week.
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AND N OTES New Member Class Sunday, July 12, at 11:30 a.m. Sanctuary Lower Level Interested in becoming more formally connected with St. Andrew’s? Attend a New Member Class! The session provides 1) an overview of St. Andrew’s and its ministries, 2) an introduction to the pastors and staff, 3) an opportunity to learn more about the Lutheran faith, and 4) how to get involved in the life and ministry of St. Andrew’s. Call Ronda at 651-762-9139 or email at rsowada@saintandrews.org to register. Lunch provided and childcare available.
Last Year Before Kindergarten? We welcome your child! A few spaces remain in the Monday/Wednesday/Friday morning Preschool class for children who are 4 years of age by Sept. 1. If you want your child to be intrigued by academics, music, Spanish, chapel and intergenerational interaction, please call Jill at 651-762-9121 to ensure a space in the Preschool class for next fall!
GriefShare Thursdays, through June 4, 6:45-8:45 p.m. Sanctuary Building Begin any time. GriefShare is a Christ-centered grief recovery support group. The Biblically-based program, focusing on grief topics associated with the death of a loved one, is presented in a 13-week video series featuring nationally respected grief experts. In group discussion you will have an opportunity to share with people who understand the pain of your loss and how you feel, and start the journey from mourning to joy. Call Joanne Zehnder at 651-730-9073 for more information. To register, contact Lisa Grundtner at 651-762-9117 or lgrundtner@saintandrews.org. Cost is $18 which covers all materials.
3-Week Journey • “St. Andrew’s is so big, I don’t know where to plug in.” • “I came here when my kids were small. Now that they are grown I don’t know where I fit.” • “I feel the Holy Spirit nudging me, but I am not sure what it is nudging me to do.” If any of these statements ring true for you, then we have the class for you. Finding where you belong and what God is calling you to be can be a challenge in this fast-paced world. Join Erin Morris, Diaconal Minister of Faith Engagement, in a threeweek journey to hear the call of Christ in your heart and soul. Register online at www.saintandrews.org under Faith Journey.
Small Groups
St. Andrew’s Summer Office Hours Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend Monday through Thursday: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Fridays: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
If you are new to St. Andrew’s, wanting to make some new friends, or deepen your faith, then get involved in a Small Group. Groups of three or more people who pray together, study God’s Word, as well as enjoy each other’s company, are how we form an authentic community. Some groups are short term while others meet for years. Small Groups are constantly forming, and it is easy to lead one as well. The Small Group Ministry Team wants to help you get connected. Contact Erin Morris, Diaconal Minister of Faith Engagement (651) 762-9135, emorris@saintandrews.org or go to www.saintandrews.org to find out more about Small Groups.
Dorothy Day Meals are served every other month on the 4th Tuesday to people who are homeless or struggling with poverty. The next meal serving date is Tuesday, July 28, 2015, 2:30-6 p.m. Let us know if you would like to help! Rice Krispie bars are also needed. Please deliver them to the church kitchen by 11 a.m. Contact Mike/Gayle Huseth at 651-426-4166 or ggnmike2@aol.com.
Driver Refresher Course Monday, May 11, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Sanctuary Room 204 AARP Driver Safety Program refines existing skills and covers defensive driving techniques for those over age 55. The driver then qualifies for a 10% reduction in auto insurance. Pre-registration and prepayment are required. Cost is $24. Register online at saintandrews.org, through an in-house registration form, attention Lisa Grundtner, or call 651-426-3261.
Wedding Music Workshop Wednesday, May 27, 2015, 7-8:30 p.m. Led by organist Bill Chouinard in the Sanctuary, this informal presentation provides organ and piano settings of a variety of processionals, recessionals, preludes, postludes, and hymns to aid in the planning of a Christian service of marriage. Other music-related issues will be discussed with ample time for questions. Sign up with Dianne Nash at 651-762-9141 or at the church offices in the Sanctuary or Great Hall.
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CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY As a community of faith, we mourn the loss of the following brothers and sisters in Christ:
Dale Kratchmer
Dorothy Bruner
Christian love and sympathy are extended to the family of
Christian love and sympathy are extended to the family of
Dale Kratchmer. Dale died at the age of 85 on December 20.
Dorothy Bruner. Dorothy died at the age of 88 on March 5.
His memorial service was held on May 1.
Her funeral service was held on March 12.
Ralph Larson
John Wisti
Christian love and sympathy are extended to the family of
Christian love and sympathy are extended to the family of
Ralph Larson. Ralph died at the age of 86 on Feb. 8. His me-
John Wisti. John died at the age of 53 on March 15. His me-
morial service was held on Feb. 14.
morial service was held on March 20.
Bob Richardson
Dorothy Linse
Christian love and sympathy are extended to the family of Bob
Christian love and sympathy are extended to the family of
Richardson. Bob died at the age of 100 on Jan. 28. His me-
Dorothy Linse. Dorothy died at the age of 84 on March 21.
morial service was held on Feb. 26.
Her funeral service was held on March 28.
May Christ's resurrection bring hope and comfort to those who grieve their loss.
Support Groups Inner Peace Alanon
Alanon Works Family
Event Date: Time: Location: Registration: Nursery/Childcare:
Thursdays; all year 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sanctuary Room 204 None required; just come Yes, call 651-762-9113
Event Date: Time: Location: Registration: Nursery/Childcare:
Fridays, all year 5:30-7 p.m. Sanctuary Room 204A None required; just come No
Event Date: Time: Location: Registration: Nursery/Childcare:
12 Step AA Event Date: Time: Location: Registration: Nursery/Childcare:
Fridays, all year 7-8:30 p.m. Sanctuary Room 201 None required; just come Yes, call 651-762-9113
Nursery/Childcare: No
Happy and Joyous AA Event Date: Time: Location: Registration: Nursery/Childcare:
Sundays, all year 7-8:30 p.m. Sanctuary Room 204A None required, just come. No
NA Fridays, all year 7-9 p.m. Sanctuary Room 203 None required; just come Yes, call 651-762-9113
12 x 12 Step AA
Gratitude in Action AA
Event Date: Time: Location: Registration: Nursery/Childcare:
Event Date: Time: Location: Registration:
Fridays, all year 7-8:30 p.m. Sanctuary Room 204A None required, just come Yes, call 651-762-9113
St. Andrew's Contact: Lisa Grundtner 651-762-9117 lgrundtner@saintandrews.org
Sundays, all year 5:30-7 p.m. Sanctuary Rooms 201 & 202 None required; just come
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Birds, Bugs, and Butterflies How beautiful and wondrous is God's creation! Our (St. Andrew's) campus reflects these wonders and miracles throughout. To discover what The Lord has given us, the St. Andrew’s Environmental Stewardship Team (EST) will sponsor a series of nature hikes on our campus. Professional Naturalist Jim Malkowski will lead these hikes to find and identify the birds, the trees, shrubs and flowers, bugs and butterflies, and the natural cycles of water, air, and sun's effects. The first week in May is one of the best times for local and migrating birds, with as many as 25 species seen on or from our property. The first hike will be Saturday, May 9, 9 a.m. Meet in front of The Great Hall rain or shine, and bring your binoculars and any field guide to birds you may have. Children must be accompanied or 12 and older. A program for families will be given on Saturday, May 16, at 10 a.m. as part of Caring for Creation Weekend. This family program will be 60 to 90 minutes long and will feature some "touch and feel" experiences with a few live animals, as well as items like antlers, wasp nests, insects and mammal mummies, followed by a short "discovery walk." Suggested for kids 4 years old and up. Meet in front of The Great Hall at 10 a.m. Another series of nature hikes will be offered in October.
Do You Love to Garden? We are looking for some green thumbs to help care for our community garden, and other gardening upkeep on our beautiful campus. The garden helps provide fresh fruits and vegetables for guests of the Community Resource Center and Thursday Night Meals. Those who volunteer also can share in enjoying the fruits (and vegetables) of their labors. For more information or to get involved please contact Cynthia at 651-4260319 or chammel@goldengate.net.
Do You Like to Bicycle? The St. Andrew’s Holy Rollers is starting up for 2015 for people of all ages and abilities. The group rides Saturdays at 9 a.m. and Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. from the Great Hall lot. The first ride will be Saturday, May 9. For more information call Dennis Lindeke at 651-426-9415.
St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church presents
Weekend
God’s Handiwork, Our and Home Get back on that bike ride to church for C4C! Saturday, May 4
Outdoor Service, Great Hall,16 5:00 PM Saturday, May
Sunday, May 5
10 a.m. Family Nature Hike with Both Naturalist Malkowski servicesJim feature 5 p.m. Outdoor Service, Great Hall Professor Terrence Fretheim Blessing of the Bikes and Great Hall Bike Rack
Blessing of the Animals
Sunday,Sunday, 1:00 PM • Sanctuary May front 17lawn Begins at 8:30of a.m. Celebrate the great wonder God’s creation, Blessing of the Bikes and Sanctuary Bike home Rack and get inspired to care for our earthly between services
Featuring:
Celebrate the power of God’s creation, Activities and get inspired to carefor for kids our earthly home.
Animal Angels – Therapy Dogs Live,Featuring: WILD Animals Geothermal Case History Display UAnimal of M Master Gardeners Angels–Therapy Dogs Buying Local: RiverAnimals Market Coop Live, Wild M Master & A Booth TheU ofCrazy PuppyGardeners, GourmetQWorkshop Cycling and more! Cycling and more! We’re rain orinstead shine. of driving! BIKE or WALK to on, church We’re on, rain or shine.
Hosted by the St. Andrew’s Environmental Stewardship Team
Hosted by the St. Andrew’s Environmental Stewardship Team
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CRC Tour Highlights Compassion and the Future Imagine what it would be like to ask for help. At the April 19 tour of the St. Andrew’s Community Resource Center (CRC), congregation and community members pondered this question and heard from a recent Resource Center guest about her experience of needing to ask for help. Faced with many hardships, reaching out was extremely difficult but necessary to secure shelter, food and other basic needs for her family. Our guest shared that what truly shaped her experience of asking for help was the response of the people who assisted her at various organizations. She shared how the compassionate response of CRC team members helped her feel “human” for the first time in a long time. Guests at the April 19 tour heard an update about the Community Resource Center and took a tour of the Hope for the Jour-
ney Home shelter in Oakdale. The Community Resource Center is beginning its fifth year of serving local community members in need. This past year, 87 families were provided with emergency shelter and 98 families were provided with rental assistance to help prevent homelessness. We are encouraged that we were able to help prevent homelessness for more families than we actually sheltered. Looking to the future, the Community Resource Center has plans to make a greater impact on homelessness. Our new “Keys Program” provides case management and a small rental subsidy for up to one year after a family is out of shelter. In addition, the St. Andrew’s Community Resource Center is working to create new partnerships with local churches to provide new emergency shelter options throughout our community.
Volunteer Needs Starting to think about your summer plans? Volunteer at the Community Resource Center! We are looking for youth and adult volunteers to assist with our young guests while their parents are looking for housing and jobs during the summer months. Volunteer times include Monday through Thursday for two shifts (9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.) each day from June 8 through September 3, 2015. Kids Thursday Night Craft Volunteer. Plan and facilitate crafts for kids from 5:45-7:15 p.m. at St. Andrew’s free Thursday Night Community Meals. This is a great volunteer opportunity for families, church youth groups, and Scout groups who would like to serve. Go to www.saintandrews.org/crcvolunteers to sign up for Community Resource Center volunteer opportunities, or contact Volunteer Coordinator Beth Smith at bsmith@saintandrews.org or 651-762-9148 with questions.
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Community Conversation held at St. Andrew’s!
We are excited after hosting an event to address suburban homelessness; What C.A.N. We Do About Homelessness in the Suburbs? (C.A.N. stands for Churches and Communities Activating Our Networks). Attending the meeting were pastors and community leaders alike. It was a discussion of how, through collaboration, we can do so much more. It was a time to think about possibilities and all the different ways in which we, as a community, can come together to make a difference and discuss what we C.A.N. do to help with the homeless crisis. St. Andrew’s CRC continues to provide shelter for our neighbors in need, but we cannot do it all, and we cannot do it alone. The CRC originally opened our doors to “fill gaps” in service in our community, and that is what we continue to do. By “filling gaps,” we have sheltered 456 families in just four years. Our service area remains to be our surrounding eight to ten mile ra-
dius. The Ramsey County shelter waiting list grew to over 60 families at one point this past summer. The county is doing all that they can do, and we are doing all that we can do, but clearly we need more resources and more people willing to help and do what they C.A.N. It is time to come together and encourage more to be a part of the solution. We have a successful model of what a congregation can do, and we would like to share our experiences and be a support system for other churches and organizations that are interested in doing the same thing. We know first-hand how important it has been to the growth of the CRC to have other churches working in collaboration as partners. We are energized by the enthusiasm in the community! Great strides are being made. Together, we are making a huge difference, and we are excited about the endless possibilities.
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Young Families www.saintandrews.org/nursery Family Frolics: Starting June 8 we will meet at the playground outside the Great Hall, rain site in the gym! Mondays: 9-11 a.m. Parents and their preschool children are invited to the Gym at the Youth and Sports Center. There is no charge to play; simply come and enjoy. Contact Lisa Heyer at 651-762-9175 for more information. 3 FOR ME: A Fun Break for Parents and Kids! “3 for Me” offers three hours of free time for busy moms and dads while their kids enjoy three hours of FUN, including Bible stories, play, songs, crafts and group activities - all in a safe, nurturing environment. For a link to registration and more information visit us online. Contact Masako Kedrowski at 651-762-9136 or mkedrowski@saintandrews.org with any questions. Parents Night Out: Take a break with a night away. Enjoy a quiet dinner or do a little shopping, while your children enjoy Bible stories, crafts, games and time to play with new friends. We provide a snack and lemonade (dinner not provided). Fridays, May 8 and June 12; 5-8 p.m.; Sanctuary Nursery Room 101 Ages: 12 months - 5 years Costs: $10/child or $25/family Registration closes the Thursday before the event. Register online. Contact Masako Kedrowski at 651-762-9136 or mkedrowski@saintandrews.org
Important Dates May: 3: Baptism Class in the Sanctuary Room 204 at 12 noon 8: Parents Night Out: Friday, 5-8 p.m. 9 & 10: Last weekend of Sunday School 16 & 17: Worship Weekend – Teacher/Leader Recognition and Thank You 20: Last Wednesday School Classes 27: Worship Wednesday
June: 3: Outdoor Worship – Children worship with their families 11: Baptism class in the Great Hall Room 6 at 6:30 p.m. 12: Parents Night Out: Friday, 5-8 p.m. 15-19: Make a Joyful Noise Preschool Music Camp 22-26: VBS Week
Contact Information To contact a member of the Children’s Team, visit our webpage: www.saintandrews.org/childrensteam
28: VBS Celebration in Worship at 9 and 10:30 a.m.
Skipping Stones www.saintandrews.org/skippingstones Celebrating Baptism Baptism Preparation Classes: Sunday, May 3, at 12 noon in the Sanctuary Room 204 Thursday, June 11, at 6:30 p.m. in the Great Hall Room 6 It is expected that families attend a Baptism Class before the baptism of each of their children. The class is free of charge; please register at least one week prior. Childcare is available. Contact Lisa Heyer to register for the class and set up a baptism at 651762-9175 or LHeyer@saintandrews.org.
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Camp WAPO: Seeds Weekend (Completed grades 2 & 3) Friday, July 31 – Sunday, August 2 WAPO Youth Camp (Completed grades 4 & 5) Sunday, August 2 – Friday, Aug. 7 For more information visit www.saintandrews.org/camp
Make a Joyful Noise Preschool Music Camp Monday, June 15-Friday, June 19; 9-11:30 a.m. For ages 3 ½ to 5 year old Do your children love to sing, move to music, play with instruments, listen to musical stories, make musical instruments, or play musical games? Then this is the camp for them. Lead by Miriam Walen Sikora, this week is sure to be a hit with your child. Contact Dianne Nash to register: dnash@saintandrews.org or 651-762-9141 or register online.
Serving Opportunities Greeters needed: May 17 and June 28 Families and children are being asked to help out with greeting on Sunday, May 17, and Sunday, June 28 (VBS Celebration Sunday). If your family is interested in helping out, please contact Carrin Mahmood to get signed up, cmahmood@saintandrews.org or 651-762-9119. Vacation Bible School: www.saintandrews.org/vbsvolunteer Our VBS Program brings over 500 children to campus for a week full of fun and excitement. We need your help to make it all happen in a safe, fun, friendly environment. This year we are taking a Bible Blast to the Past to discover God’s everlasting love. There are many ways to use your gifts and talents to help kids from preschool through grade 5 make this discovery. Resource Center Opportunities: Here are some fun and meaningful youth service opportunities through the St. Andrew's Community Resource Center! Get involved and make a difference! Go to www.saintandrews.org/crcvolunteers to sign up for Community Resource Center volunteer opportunities, or contact Volunteer Coordinator Beth Smith at bsmith@saintandrews.org or 651-762-9148 with questions. • We are looking for youth and adult volunteers to assist with our young guests during the summer months. Volunteer times include Monday through Thursday for two shifts (9:30–11:30 a.m. and 12:30-2:30 p.m) from June 8 through Sept. 3. • Kids Thursday Night Craft Volunteer. Plan and facilitate crafts for kids from 5:45-7:15 p.m. at St. Andrew’s free Thursday Night Community Meals. This is a great volunteer opportunity for families who would like to serve. Both spring and summer dates are available.
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C ONFIRMATION
Yogadevotion
Confirmation schedule
Yogadevotion is a practice of breath, prayer and movement led by a trained yoga instructor. Yogadevotion helps to encourage healthy living and a peaceful presence. Whether you are just beginning to explore the benefits of yoga or an experienced yogi, you are welcomed to this community. Need 15 pre-registered for each class to be held. Register through an in-house registration form, attention Dianne Nash, call 651-762-9141, or register on-line. Upcoming classes for Yogadevotion at St. Andrew’s: Nine week session June 1 – July 27; cost $60 Practicing in the Presence – Monday Mornings Multi-level; 9 to 10 a.m., this class is open to all ages. Classes will be held in Sanctuary Room 204. Practicing in the Presence – Monday Evenings 6:30-7:30 p.m. This multi-level class is open to all skill levels from beginner to advanced and will include both Yin and Yang movement. Classes are held in the Great Hall.
Karate for the Whole Family Did you know Karate for kids and adults on Tuesday nights is offered at St. Andrew’s? Kids as young as 1st graders and adults during the same hour (separate classes) It’s a great way to share mind body and spirit activity with your child. 12-week sessions ongoing. Contact: dellenbecker@gmail.com for more information.
(6th, 7th & 8th Grade) Sunday Confirmation: • May 3 – The Uprising of Partnership (family night, last class) Wednesday Confirmation: • May 6 - The Uprising of Partnership • May 13 – The Uprising of Stewardship (last class)
Confirmation Camp! Remember that it is an expectation of the ministry that youth complete one week of Christian camping or a mission trip before they are confirmed. We have several options and also have financial assistance available. • Confirmation Camp (completed grades 6, 7 & 8), June 8-12 at Camp WAPO, $300 • Apostles' Island Sailing/Mission Trip, Aug. 2 - 6, 2015. Cost: $249/person; deposit $75/person
M IDDLE & H IGH S CHOOL Sailing/Mission Trip Aug. 2 - 6, 2015 Cost: $249/Person Deposit of $75/person High Schoolers (completed 9-12th Grade) embark on a first ever Apostle Island Mission Trip! Spend time serving on the Red Cliff Indian Reservation, sea kayaking in the Bayfield area, take a ferry to Madeline Island, camp and hike on Madeline Island, worship around campfires, and swim in Lake Superior. Space is limited, so get your deposit in as soon as possible or sign up online. Contact Jenelle Thorvilson at jthorvilson@saintandrews.org for more information.
ELCA Youth Gathering Meeting Sunday, June 28, noon to 1 p.m. in the Sanctuary building, Room 204AB. This is a mandatory meeting for both parents and youth who will be attending the ELCA Youth Gathering in July. We will cover all you need to know for this exciting trip! If you have any questions, please contact Jenelle Thorvilson at jthorvilson@saintandrews.org.
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M IDDLE S CHOOL Summer Stretch
VBS God Squad
Wednesdays, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Stay connected with your friends at St. A’s and serve in our community through this awesome summertime experience! For middle school youth who have completed grades 6 thru 8. The rundown of your midweek getaway looks like this:
(June 22-26) Training Sessions: • June 18, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in Sanctuary Room 201 or June 20, 10 to 11 a.m. in Sanctuary, Room 204 (must attend one) • June 21, 10:45 a.m. to 12:30, in Sanctuary Room 204AB (everyone must attend to get assignments)
July 1 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $25 • Morning: Second Harvest Golden Valley • Afternoon: Lake Calhoun July 8 - 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost: $25 • Morning: Como Zoo • Afternoon: YMCA Child Care July 15 – 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $25 • Morning: Feed My Starving Children • Afternoon: MOA July 22 - 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost: $25 • Morning: Union Gospel • Afternoon: Cascade Bay July 29 - 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $45 •All Day: Valley Fair
Early Bird Breakfast Club Every Thursday, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. Mahtomedi – Coffee Cottage, 88 Mahtomedi Ave. Stillwater – Starbucks – 5980 Neal Ave N., Oak Park Heights White Bear Lake – Caribou Coffee – 4th & 61 Now on Fridays (when school is in session), 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. White Bear Lake – Caribou Coffee – 4th & 61 Meet with other high school youth to begin your day in the WORD. Come for coffee, connections and good conversations. All high school youth welcome!
Soon it will be VBS time, and those in middle school will step up and work alongside high school and adult leaders. You might help run games, make crafts, and play with children of all ages. We have two different options for our middle school youth. Contact Josh Carlson at jcarlson@saintandrews.org Morning Only Option: Meets from 8:30 a.m. to noon, Monday- Friday Youth will meet for morning devotions and then go off to their assignments. At noon they will be dismissed. Cost is $15- covers T-shirt, CD and snacks for each day. Full Day Option: Meets from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday – Friday. Youth will meet for morning devotions and then go off to their assignments. During the extended time youth will make all the crafts, explore the Bible stories on their own level, have time to make new friends and connect with their old ones, have lunch together, and so much more. Cost is $40. This covers a T-Shirt, name tag, CD, lunch, crafts, and other supplies for the extended afternoon time. Both groups will be invited to a party at the end of the week after the volunteer lunch.
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H IGH S CHOOL Blessing of the Keys
Peer Ministry Meetings
Blessing: Sunday, May 3, during and after 10:30 a.m. worship When a child receives a driver’s license a whole new world opens up for them and their family. New expectations, new freedoms, and new worries all blend together. This is a perfect time as a family to talk through the new expectations and privileges, as well as pray and ask for direction.
Sunday, May 17, noon to 1:30 p.m. Youth & Sports Center Pier 7 Thursday, June 19, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Youth & Sports Center Pier 7 This is our monthly check-in meeting for those who have attended the training for Peer Ministry. RSVP 24-hours in advance! A meal is provided.
Senior Blessing Sunday, May 31, 9:45 a.m. for brunch in the gym, and 10:30 a.m. worship in the Sanctuary All those graduating from high school and their families are invited to come for a brunch followed by a special worship service. It is a great time to re-connect with old friends and catch up with current ones. For seniors, please come with your cap and gown as we will take a class picture after worship. RSVP online or return the post card in the mail that you received.
Summer Camp Leader Training The 2015 Confirmation Camp at Camp Wapo is quickly approaching, so it is time to train our Counselor and Resource Team Leaders who will work with our 6th, 7th and 8th grade campers. This is a great St. Andrew’s tradition and open to all 9th graders and older. We need both adults and youth leaders for camp. There will be 4 trainings this spring and leaders will need to attend all trainings. There is no registration needed. Camp costs $125 for all leaders. An additional $100 is required for the leader weekend. May 3, 1:30 to 3 p.m. - All Leaders May 31, 5 to 8 p.m. - Final Camp Meeting (all leaders) May 30, 10 to 11 a.m. - Session 3 make up; 11 a.m. to noon - Session 4 make up June 8-12, CONFIRMATION CAMP June 12-14, Leader Weekend
Jesus at the Movies Tuesdays, June 30, July 7; Fridays, June 19, July 24; and Sunday, Aug. 16 Who doesn’t love a good flick and stimulating conversation? Especially when the conversation is about our faith and our lives. Twice a month we meet, we will watch a film, some current and some classics, and talk about how we are to view this through a Christological lens. • June 30, July 7 at St. Andrew’s YSC – bring a snack to share, 7 to 10 p.m. • June 19, July 24 and Aug, 16 – Vali-Hi Drive In, Lake Elmo. Cost: $8 plus money for concessions.
Summer Bible Study Thursdays, noon to 1:30 p.m., July 2, July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30, Aug, 6 Come and jump into the scriptures as we study the word of God in each other’s homes. If you would like to host one of these Bible studies in your home contact Jenelle Thorvilson at jthorvilson@saintandrews.org.
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W OMEN ’ S M INISTRY Sailing Trip
Dragon Boat Bash in Iowa
Bayfield, Wisconsin, to Black River Harbor, Michigan June 11-14 The night before the trip we’ll board and sleep in the harbor. We’ll spend our days sailing through the Apostle Islands, as well as cross the open lake to Black River Harbor, Michigan. For a more detailed trip itinerary, pick up a Women on the Edge brochure or find it online at saintandrews.org.
Fort Dodge, Iowa, Friday, Aug. 7-Sunday, Aug. 9 After 10 years of heading north, we will try something new! • Friday night: Community party • Saturday: racing all day $130 covers three meals, race shirt, community party, race fees and hotel lodging (amenities include: pool, whirlpool, exercise room). Payment due by June 1, 2015. Contact Carrin for more information at 651762-9119 or cmahmood@saintandrews.org.
$599 includes all meals, lodging and sailing. A $200 non-refundable deposit is due by May 3. Contact Carrin Mahmood at 651-762-9119 or cmahmood@saintandrews.org.
North Shore Sampler Hike-Paddle-Slide-Ride Thursday, July 9– Sunday, July 12 Day 1 Lutsen: Alpine Slide, Mountain Tram, Superior Hiking Trail Mountain tram ride, hiking, alpin slide, chairlift ride, relaxing, campfire.
Day 2 BWCA: Paddle, Paddle, Paddle, Stop A day of canoeing the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, berry picking, moose sightings, in-town dinner. Day 3 Devil’s Kettle: International Hiking Option Hike at your own pace along the Brule River to Devil's Kettle. Bring your passport and hike the “High Falls Trail” in Canada. Dinner will be at Naniboujou Lodge. Day 4 Worship: Worship We’ll worship on the lovely shore of Lake Superior and then the day is yours to enjoy or pack up and head home! For a more detailed trip itinerary pick up a WOTE brochure or find it online at saintandrews.org. $105 covers all activities and camping. Please register by June 10 at saintandrews.org or with a registration envelope available in any building at St. Andrew’s. For more information contact Carrin at 651-762-9119, or cmahmood@saintandrews.org.
Habitat For Humanity: Women Build July 6, 9 and 13 Join us on an all-woman crew to learn new skills and help someone in need get affordable housing! Call Carrin Mahmood at 651-7629119 to sign up.
San Antonio Trip Hike, Bike, Paddle in San Antonio, Texas Oct. 22-25 Highlights include: • Biking the “Missions National Historical Park.” This is a great biking experience. You’ll explore centuries of history and culture when you visit the five missions of San Antonio. • Kayaking the San Antonio River and/or paddling through the city of San Antonio. • Hiking the Hill Country Village-Hollywood Park Walk Loop $380 covers hotel, all adventures and breakfasts. Travel accommodations are on your own
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M USIC M INISTRY Sundays in May Schedule for Choirs and Instrumental Groups Thank you, everyone, for your faithfulness in serving in music and worship. Sunday, May 10 9:00 – Celebration Singers; St. Andrew’s Choir; Handbells 10:30 - Choristers K, 1; Middle School Choir; St. Andrew’s Choir; New Dimension Singers; Handbells Sunday, May 17 9:00 St. Andrew’s Orchestra; St. Andrew’s Choir; Senior High Choir 10:30 - St. Andrew’s Orchestra; St. Andrew’s Choir; New Dimension Singers; Sunday, May 24 Our choirs do not sing Sunday, May 31 9:00 – St. Andrew’s Choir 10:30 – Senior High Choir
Final rehearsals of the season Wednesday, May 6 Choristers, King’s Messengers, Celebration Singers, Middle School Choir, Orff Ensembles Wednesday, May 13 St. Andrew’s Choir, New Dimension Singers, Senior High Choir
Preschool Music Camp Monday-Friday, June 15-19, 9-11:30 a.m.
Do your children love to… • Sing? • Move to music? • Play with instruments? • Listen to musical stories? • Make musical instruments? • Play musical games? Then this is the camp for them! The week culminates with a short musical program by campers sharing their songs, movements, and musical instruments. Ages: 3-1/2 to 5 years old Location: St. Andrew’s Sanctuary Room 201 Instructor: Miriam Walen Sikora Fee: $50 Registration is available on-line at saintandrews.org or by contacting Dianne Nash at 651-762-9141 or email dnash@saintandrews.org.
Volunteer Your Music Have you shared your musical talents at St. Andrew’s Village? You will be a blessing to others, and be blessed yourself! Every Sunday at 1 p.m. a worship service is sponsored by St. Andrew's for the residents at the Village. We welcome "special" music, such as a vocal or instrumental solo, duet, or group, young to old, family groups and friends, all sharing their talents. Please call Jan Gilbertson to sign up for a particular Sunday. Jan: 651-762-9123.
Upcoming Concerts Sunday, May 3, 4 p.m. Grand Symphonic Winds Free-will offering. GSW gives musicians the opportunity to perform and offers music lovers a chance to enjoy contemporary and classical wind ensemble music. Under the leadership of Music Director Dr. Matthew George, GSW continues to grow as one of the most accomplished civic ensembles in the area. Sunday, May 10, 3 p.m. St. Paul Chamber Orchestra Tickets: 651-291-1144. Continuing the theme of pairing masterpieces of Mozart with works from the 19th and 20th centuries, the centerpiece of this program is Mozart's Symphony No. 40, his penultimate symphonic work. The program opens with Ravel’s powerful tribute to friends who fell in battle during the First World War, Le Tombeau de Couperin. Between these two works, Thomas Zehetmair is joined by his wife, violist Ruth Killius, for British composer John Casken’s That Subtle Knot, a work inspired by English poet John Donne. Sunday, May 17, 4 p.m. Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra Free-will offering. Syttende Mai! With Guest Conductor Steven Amundson. The MSO welcomes back founding conductor, Steven Amundson, to direct the season’s closing concert on May 17. They will celebrate Norwegian Independence Day with Grieg’s Norwegian Dances, and perform Steven Amundson’s own beautiful piece, Handprints.
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M ISSION J AMAICA Mission Jamaica 2015…
MJ 2016! Jan. 23-30 Kingston Jan. 30-Feb. 6 Westhaven and Medical March 12-19 Kingston / Medical / Hope Valley / Calalloo Mews
St. Andrew’s had missionaries on three trips this year January thru March. We were a part of loving and bringing joy and Jesus to hundreds of children, enhancing the lives of families, caretakers, teachers, and being blessed ourselves. In the Montego Bay area we worked at WestHaven Childrens Home (took kids to church, rebuilt wheelchairs, fixed buildings, helped staff, played with kids, did some staff training, and even experienced some Special Olympics training), JA’Bode (built a house), and held Medical Clinics in four locations. “In Kingston, at Hope Valley Experimental School, we fixed a roof, built a playhouse, replaced screens, painted rooms, doors, cubbies, floors, running tracks, walls and even Anthony’s back…oops! Over in The Waterhouse District we held a clinic, seeing up to 200 people a day and fixed up the small shack where we served breakfast with Madge to kids on their way to school. Then we went to Calalloo Mews to do VBS and play with kids, enhance the kitchen at the school and yes, we also built a house, for Tamika and her six children. God is so great! Here are a few comments from participants… “I really liked being there and helping the people, but the poverty made me feel like they needed advocates that would help them have a better life.” Barb Gumatz “My daughter and I were able to take our first mission trip together this last January. Our time together serving the people at Westhaven Orphange was amazing! It pushed both of us out of our comfort zone and stretched us a bit. It was nice to have the
balance of serving and reflecting on our time there each night as we gathered as a group for devotions. We grew closer to each other as well as with the group we were with.” Cindy Kunkel “Charmaine at Copse remembered me from last year and we greeted with great hugs. The reading glasses that we brought were well received and comments like ‘I can read my prescriptions now,’ were very heart-warming. The clients at the mobile clinics are so patient and grateful for any little thing – makes you wish you could bring more for them. They have so little and we have too much! A very enjoyable experience at church on Sunday – a lovely elderly woman was totally uninhibited with dancing during the music at the service.” Gayle Huseth (Gayle is a nurse who served in Montego Bay)
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M ISSION J AMAICA Special Guests at Worship May 16 and 17 Mr. Clive (Nazie) Anderson, Mission Jamaica's local foreman in Jamaica, will be at St. Andrew’s for the May 16 and 17 worship services to share his story with Mission Jamaica and Habitat for Humanity. He will serve with St. Andrew’s Habitat team the first week of June.
Creating Community to help those in need by Brad Brunfelt, who joined Pastor Mike Carlson and team as a first-time MJ-er in March of this year
An interesting and holy process happened this week. A resurrection of souls and an awaking of the Holy Spirit. This week, 26 people, the majority of whom were strangers, responded to need where it was seen. As a group we saw poverty in ways that few in our country get to. It was surreal and hard to think of the people and their children forced to endure in these conditions. The community that we became tried our best to meet the needs we were asked to, and to find new joy in our hearts doing so. Often we would ask hard questions about why this happened, or how this could be, but in the end, we loved and we gave what we could in so short a time to serve. We accomplished quite a bit – a new home for a family of eight, a repaired roof for a school, a fresh coat of paint on so many things. But there was more: We met with and befriended so many amazing people – saints of the modern day – who work day in and day out like we got to for our week there. We became community for a lively group of children, children often in great need of attention. We walked with them and tried our best to understand them and their needs. Many of us questioned ourselves in this process. We wondered if we gave enough, if we loved enough. We wondered if those who are there gave us more than we gave them, because they gave us so much. In that process, we asked that of our fellow missioners. Together we struggled with the hard questions that come from a place like Jamaica. Together we built a small community out of strangers. We worshiped, we sang, we worked, we played, we reflected, and we ate together. A place like Jamaica asked a lot of us; it demanded us to come together and become more than our individual parts. I speak for many when I say that God worked through us, the hands and feet of God, to become a team rooted in the Mission that is Jamaica.
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H ABITAT
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H UMANITY Let the Build Begin!
Exciting news! For the second year in a row you will have a chance to sponsor and build a Habitat for Humanity home in White Bear Lake! If you ever considered putting your faith into action by serving in this local mission, this is the year to do it. The house will be built at 1916 Eugene (near 96 and 61). Due to road restrictions, the new construction schedule is the weeks as follows: • June 1 – St. Andrew's • June 8 – Roof Raisers Church Coalition • June 15 – St. Andrew's • June 22 – St. Andrew's • June 29 – no work - 4th of July break • July 6 – St. Andrew's • July 13 – St. Andrew's • July 20 – St. Croix Valley Church Coalition • July 27 – St. Croix Valley Church Coalition Registration for Volunteers/Site Hosts/Lunches is on-line at saintandrews.org. (Click on Habitat link – if you have problems registering contact Dave Schrader 651-470-6303.) Women Build dates are July 6, 9, and 13. Fund-raising: The Cemstone Run/Walk For Others took place on Saturday, April 18 to help raise funds for the house. We need to raise $30,000 to sponsor materials used while we build. You can designate a gift to the Habitat for Humanity fund any time. If you donate directly to Twin Cities Habitat, please ask them to apply your gift to St. Andrew's (Mahtomedi) and inform Dave Engh so we will know if we have met our commitment. Here is what your gift to Habitat will buy: $10 = Box of Nails $50 = Low Flow Toilet $75 = Window $100 = Kitchen Sink $150 = Front Door $1000 = Wallboard $2000 = Flooring 2015 will be the 24th year St. Andrew's has helped a family in need to achieve home ownership. You may know that Habitat for Humanity is not a charity program. Homeowners make their down payment with 300-500 hours of “sweat equity” and then pay a zero interest mortgage for the actual cost of the house. Homeowners are carefully selected from applicants making between 30 and 60% of the area median income: nearly ten qualified applicants apply for each of the 50-60 homes built each
year by volunteers and Habitat families here in the Twin Cities. Our new homeowners will be Mimi Birhanu and her two children; Lidia (7 yrs) and Nathneal (5 yrs); they can’t wait to move! The children are excited to have their own rooms. Mimi moved from Ethiopia in the early 2000's and her goal has been to raise her children in a safe environment. The family likes watching family movies and going swimming. They also enjoy playing educational games. Mimi wants the volunteers to know she appreciates everyone who is volunteering. Owning a house means a lot to her. Join your St. Andrew's friends and volunteer with Habitat this summer! • Be a construction volunteer (must be 16 years old) • Be a site host • Bring lunch or provide snacks • Donate to the Habitat building fund • Habitat 500 bike tour - ride or sponsor riders from St. Andrew's Habitat500.org • Be the neighborhood family partner for the new Habitat family • Put this mission on your prayer list Contact Dave Engh 651-482-8642 for information on construction. For questions regarding food, beverages or being a site host contact Lynn Hamblin 651-653-1676. Would you like to join our Tuesday Crew? A group of dedicated retirees volunteer each Tuesday year-around.
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Staff Directory - Here to Serve! PASTO RA L Mike Carlson, Lead Pastor (651) 762-9127 mcarlson@saintandrews.org
Nicki Pelofske, Children’s Minister of Great Hall Education 651-762-9178 npelofske@saintandrews.org
Sarah Breckenridge, Executive Pastor (651) 762-9122 sbreckenridge@saintandrews.org
Lisa Heyer, Baptism Ministry & Registrations (651)762-9175 lheyer@saintandrews.org
Brian Norsman, Pastor of Children, Youth, and Family Ministry (651) 762-9176 bnorsman@saintandrews.org
Masako Kedrowski, Nursery Coordinator (651) 762-9136 mkedrowski@saintandrews.org
Cindy Senarighi, Pastor of Congregational Care (651) 762-9129 csenarighi@saintandrews.org John Straiton, Discipleship Pastor (651) 762-9118 jstraiton@saintandrews.org A DM IN IST RAT IO N John Swanson, Chief Operating Officer (651) 762-9108 jswanson@saintandrews.org
COMMUNICATIONS Tara McAdams tmcadams@saintandrews.org Joe Holmberg (651) 762-9116 jholmberg@saintandrews.org FACILITIES Dale Bakken Director 651-762-9140 dbakken@saintandrews.org
Patty Ingberg, Chief Financial Officer (651) 762-9174 pingberg@saintandrews.org
FA ITH E N GAGE M E NT Erin Morris, Diaconal Minister (651) 762-9135 emorris@saintandrews.org
Mary Pat Moutrie, Director of AdminIstration and Human Resources; Notary Public Services (651) 762-9138 mpmoutrie@saintandrews.org
FRONTLINE Carrin Mahmood, Director (651) 762-9119 cmahmood@saintandrews.org
Amy Ness, Financial Support (651) 762-9101 amyn@saintandrews.org
FUNERALS Lisa Grundtner (651) 762-9117 lgrundtner@saintandrews.org
Lori Goodroad, Executive Assistant (651) 762-9103 lgoodroad@saintandrews.org CARE CONNECTION Dana Gabor, Parish Nurse (651) 762-9106 dana.gabor@saintandrews.org Lisa Grundtner (651) 762-9117 lgrundtner@saintandrews.org C H I L D R E N A N D F A M I LY M I N I S T R Y (Birth-5th Grade) Kim C. Lewin, Director of Children and Family Ministry (651) 762-9167 klewin@saintandrews.org Erika Hiland, Children’s Minister of 4th and 5th grade Education (651) 762-9126 ehiland@saintandrews.org Ellen Skaja, Children’s Minister of Elementary Education (651)762-9171 eskaja@saintandrews.org Greta Bahrke, Children’s Minister of Preschool Education (651)762-9128 gbahrke@saintandrews.org
MEN’S MINISTRY Dianne Nash, Support, Notary (651) 762-9141 dnash@saintandrews.org M I S S I O N S - I N T E R N AT I O N A L MISSION JAMAICA Jeff Peterson, Director (651) 762-9112 jeffp@saintandrews.org VISION SLOVAKIA Paul Berge, Director (651) 762-9143 pberge@saintandrews.org Dianne Nash, Support, Notary Public Services (651) 762-9141 dnash@saintandrews.org MUSIC MINISTRY Jan Gilbertson (651) 762-9123 jgilbertson@saintandrews.org Bill Chouinard (651) 762-9156 bchouinard@saintandrews.org Sara Renner, Contemporary Worship Director srenner@saintandrews.org Dianne Nash, Support, Notary (651) 762-9141 dnash@saintandrews.org
COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER Executive Director Liz Schreier, 651-762-9104 lschreier@saintandrews.org Help Line Jen Thompson, 651-762-9124 center@saintandrews.org Volunteer Coordinator Beth Smith, 651-762-9148 bsmith@saintandrews.org Case Manager Kris Mason, 651-762-9142 kmason@saintandrews.org S T. A N D R E W ’ S V I L L A G E (651) 762-4100 WEDDINGS Carole Lundell (651) 762-9132 clundell@saintandrews.org W O M E N’ S M I N I S T R Y Carrin Mahmood, Director (651) 762-9119 cmahmood@saintandrews.org WORSHIP VOLUNTEERS Carole Lundell (651) 762-9132 worshipcoordinator@saintandrews.org YOUTH & FA MILY MINISTRY (6th-12th grade) Brian Norsman, Pastor of Children, Youth, and Family Ministry (651) 762-9176 bnorsman@saintandrews.org Jenelle Thorvilson, High School & Young Adult Minister (651) 762-9130 jthorvilson@saintandrews.org Josh Carlson, Middle School Youth Minister (651) 762-9168 jcarlson@saintandrews.org Mary Post, Administrative (651) 762-9131 mpost@saintandrews.org Confirmation, Pastor Brian Norsman Administrative and Registration: Mary Post, 651-762-9131 or mpost@saintandrews.org
Church Council Carol Bufton President David Kroschel Vice President Jay Breidinger Treasurer Myron Goeser Secretary Keith Beckman
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Annual Golf FUNdraiser in Support of Vision Slovakia Monday, June 1, 2015; Indian Hills Golf Club in Stillwater St. Andrew’s will sponsor its 13th annual Vision Slovakia Golf FUNdraiser in support of the Lutheran Elementary School in Martin, Slovakia. The event will be held on Monday, June 1, 2015, at Indian Hills Golf Club in Stillwater. The focus for the 2015 event is “IT’S ABOUT THE CHILDREN.” All proceeds from this year’s event will again go toward the students and programs of the Lutheran Elementary School in Martin, Slovakia. The event is a scramble format with a 12 noon shotgun start. Registration begins at 10 a.m. with a group photo at 11:30 a.m. Individual registration is $165 and includes green fees, cart, range balls, banquet dinner, prizes, awards and fun. Sponsorships available for the FUNdraiser range from a tee or green sponsor sign ($200); a business team sponsorship, which includes four golfers and a tee or green sponsor sign ($800); and a corporate level ($2,500) sponsorship for area businesses and organizations. We will have auction and raffle items, and with 110 pre-registered golfers, Indian Hills will donate a one-year seasonal golf membership valued at approximately $5,000. If you wish to register for the event please contact Dianne Nash (651-762-9141) at St. Andrew’s or register online at saintandrews.org. Please watch the weekend bulletins in the coming weeks for further information and sign up Sundays in the Atrium. Your attendance will help keep miracles happening in Martin with the 514 children in grades one through 11 attending the Lutheran Elementary School.