Rice County Worship 2019

Rice County

A reference book for area churches and community services throughout Rice County, Minnesota

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Creating peace of mind for those we serve Adult Day Services · Home Care Independent Senior Living Millstream Commons Assisted Living Villages of Lonsdale Assisted Living Transitional Care · Skilled Nursing Care Center Memory Care Reflections End-of-Life Care Suites Interfaith worship is available each Saturday morning at 10 a.m. in the Care Center Chapel at 815 Forest Ave. Northfield

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SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. | Summer 8:30 and 10 a.m.

LEaRNINg aND FELLOwSHIp All ages | 9:45 a.m. Sundays, September–May LIvE bROaDcaSTS· 1080 aM & 95.1 FM 8:30–9:30 a.m. Sundays | KYMN Radio NTV BROADCASTS· CHANNEL 180 7:30 p.m. Mondays and 7 p.m. Fridays ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 500 THIRD STREET WEST • NORTHFIELD MN 55057

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507-645-4429 • StJohnsNorthfield.or

300 St. 300 Union Union St. 300 Un

ALL ARE WELCOME! JOIN US FOR WORSHIP WEDNESDAYS @ 6:00 PM SUNDAYS @ 9:30 AM AN OPEN AND AFFIRMING CHURCH

AN OPEN AND AFFIRMING CHURCH

All are welcome to worship!

All are welcome to worship!

Sundays at 10:30 a.m. (always) and 10:30 additional Sundays a.m. ortimes 5:00 p.m. (check calendar online)

(9:30 a.m. only in summer)

PASTOR JEFF SANDGREN PASTOR ANDERS NILSEN

1207 Prairie Avenue | Faribault MN 507.331.2276 | info@oursaviorsfbo.org

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Trinity Lutheran Church LCMS 803 Winona Street Northfield , MN 55057 inquiries@trinitynorthfield.org (507) 645-4438 www.trinitynorthfield.org Rev. Brent A. Klein Rev. Dr. Armand J. Boehme Worship service days and times: Sunday 9:00 a.m.

Thursday 6:00 p.m.

Statement of beliefs: At Trinity Lutheran Church LCMS we believe, teach and confess that Jesus Christ is our Savior and Lord, and that through faith in Him we receive forgiveness of sins, eternal life and salvation.

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Trinity Lutheran Church

Worship Times Thursday ................... 6:00 p.m.

Sunday ...................... 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School ........ 10:30 a.m.

Bible Study .............. 10.30 a.m.

803 Winona Street, Northfield | 507-645-4438 | www.Trinitynorthfield.org

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St. John’s Lutheran Church

Statement of Beliefs: We invite you to join us for worship, education, and fellowship on Sundays. On Wednesday evenings during the school year we offer a community meal, afterschool children and youth programming, faith formation classes, and choirs for all ages.

Sunday worship at St. John’s includes Holy Communion every week, beautiful music, and inspired preaching. We desire to create a community that is warm and welcoming to all God’s children wherever you are on your faith journey. Members of St. John’s are equipped for service through advocacy, benevolence, and volunteer service here in Northfield and around the world. Our historic building in the heart of Northfield was the birthplace of the St. Olaf Choir, and continues as a hub of community life for our neighbors. Here you will find people of every age sharing joy and sorrows, and be challenged to grow in your own faith journey.

We hope to welcome you soon.

Wednesday, March 27, 2019 Services for children / available day care: Sunday School is held during the Sunday service Youth groups, small groups, other ministries: Wednesday “Peace Kids” program for K-5th grade. 3:30-5pm (every Wednesday during the school year). Free and open to everyone.

Monthly youth (grades 6-12) events.

Coffee time - every Wednesday 9am VBS every August.

Statement of beliefs: We believe our mission is to Spiritually and Physically spread the word of God. We follow a simple Methodist tradition, Do Good, Do No Harm, Stay in love with God. We believe that service to others, regardless of their religious affiliation, social status, circumstances, etc. is of the utmost importance. We believe that we are commissioned by Christ himself to seek and support the lost and lonely.

500 Third St. W, Northfield, MN 55057 office@StJohnsNorthfield.org (507) 645-4429 StJohnsNorthfield.org Pastor Pam Fickenscher, Senior Pastor; Pastor Jonathan Davis, Associate Pastor Worship service days and times: Sundays at 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. with Learning and Fellowship for all ages at 9:45 a.m. Summer services at 8:30 and 10:00 a.m. on Sundays.

Services for children / available child care: Infant and toddler care available during both services on Sundays and at the 10:00 a.m. service during the summer. Children of all ages are welcome in worship.

Youth groups, small groups, other ministries: Faith formation for children, youth, and adults - schedule varies.

Peace United Methodist

The River Community Church

205 Division Street North Morristown, MN 55052 507-685-4466 Like us on FACEBOOK Pastor Elden Eklund Worship service details: Days and times: Sunday 9:30am worship followed by fellowship Dress code: come as you are Music: traditional

Peace United Methodist Church 205 North Division Street, Morristown, MN • 685-4466

528 4th Ave NW Faribault, MN 55021 office@theriverchurch.org (507) 334-1897 www.theriverchurch.org Pastor Steven Crombie Worship service details: Sunday morinings 10:00 am. Small

4th Avenue United Methodist Church 219 4th Avenue NW • Faribault, MN 55021 Pastor Greg Ciesluk

Services every Sunday at 9:30am • Sunday School for ages PreK through 6th grade Plus confirmation • Coffee and fellowship after every service • Wednesday Peace for Kids (PreK-5th grade) 3:30-5:00pm • Monthly youth events (Birth-12th grade) • Peace Memorial Garden for personal reflection

Our Mission is to physically and spiritually spread the word of God.

SUNDAY WORSHIP 9 AM

Relevant, useful, alive messages from God’s Word Contemporary and Traditional Music • Nursery available MAKE THE DOME YOUR SPIRITUAL HOME There’s a place for you.

507-334-4308 • www.fourthaveumc.org • fourthaveumcoffice@gmail.com

Wednesday, March 27, 2019 groups meet at varying times and places weekly. Students meet Wednesday evenings 7:00 pm at the church.

Sunday worship begins at 10:00 am in our beautiful historic building.

Dress code & music: Casual dress with contemporary worship music Our service begins with contemporary worship led by our worship band, followed by a message based on God’s Word that is relevant to issues and struggles of today.

Services for children: We encourage parents to worship together with their children to start the service and have the children attend age-appropriate classes afterward. We provide pre-worship childcare for children under 2 years old.

Youth group / small groups / other ministries: Our student ministry, grades 7th through high school meet for fun and spiritual growth on Wednesday evenings at the church.

Statement of Faith: We believe there is one God who is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He eternally exists in three persons: the Father,

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Son and Holy Spirit. We believe the Bible is the inspired and perfect Word of God and is the primary source for teaching and equipping Christians for all aspects of life and righteousness. We believe all people are created in the image of God, are seperated from God because of sin and are incapable of coming into a right relationship with God by one’s own efforts. We believe God so loved all people that He sent His only Son Jesus Christ as a sacrifice and payment for our sins. Therefore, salvation is received only when a person places their faith in the death and resurrection of Christ as the sufficient payment for one’s acknowledged sin. We believe every Christian is called to thrive under the Lordship of Jesus Christ who is the Head of the Church. We believe every believer is called to connect to the local church which is His body designed to fulfill His will on the earth and help prepare the way for His Return.

All Saints Episcopal Church 419 Washington Street Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-7414 office@allsaintsnorthfield.org allsaintsnorthfield.org

Worship service details: Holy Eucharist, Sunday 10:30am; Contemplative Prayer, Tuesday 7pm; Holy Eucharist, Wednesday 7:30am

The Rev. Gayle Marsh

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St. Peter’s

Lutheran Church YOU ARE WELCOME HERE

418 East Sumner St. Northfield, MN 55057 David Weeks, Pastor

507-645-8252

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Sunday mornings…

see website for calendar & more

Worship at 9:00 a.m.

Education & Fellowship at 10:10 a.m.

Wednesday Evenings…

(Sept - May)

Community Supper at 5:30 l Worship at 6:15 p.m.

Youth Education & Music Rehearsals

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Fellowship l Bible Study l Mission Trips l Outreach Music & Prayer l Youth & Family Ministries

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Services for children / available day care: Sunday School 9:30 AM September-May Nursery Available 9:30-Noon Dress code & music: All Saints is a beautiful historic church, and our service reflects the riches of two millenia of Christian worship. With music ranging from ancient to contemporary, we treasure the full participation of all.

in God’s mission: To proclaim the Good News of God’s kingdom; to teach, baptize and nurture new believers; to respond to human need with loving service; to transform unjust structures of society, to challenge violence of every kind and to pursue peace and reconciliation; and to safeguard the integrity of creation and sustain and renew the life of the earth.

Services for children/available day care: Sunday School, 9:30am September-May; Nursery available.

Youth groups, small groups, other ministries: Whether you are single, a college student or part of a family you are welcome at All Saints. Children of all ages participate in our community and worship. A nursery is available during the Sunday service, but all children are also welcome to stay in church with their parents. Our youth group meets mid-week and adult education and Confirmation study happens at 9:30am on Sundays. As a smaller community we are flexible and adapt to individual needs.

Pastoral care is provided by our priest and community from cradle to grave.

Statement of beliefs: As part of the Episcopal Church in Minnesota we believe All Saints participates

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Divine Mercy Catholic Church 139 Mercy Drive Faribault, MN 55021 507-334-2266 divinemercy.cc msimon@divinemercy.cc Broadcast Days: Tuesday and Wednesday

Northfield United Methodist Church

1401 Maple Street South, Northfield www.northfieldumc.org For information contact call 507-645-5689 Pastors Rachel McIver Morey and Jerad Morey

Worship services at 9:00am and 10:45am Sundays, child care provided, Sunday School for all ages 9:30-10:15.

Super Wednesdays while school is in session: Kids’ club at 3:30pm, community meal at 5:30pm, worship at 6:30 with childcare provided and a service project the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00.

Broadcast Times: 2:00pm for the previous weekend’s Mass Stations ie: Radio/TV FCTV Enventis channel 10; Charter channel 181 Fr. Kevin Kenney, Pastor Fr. Brandon Theisen, Parochial Vicar Deacon Bill Erpenbach Worship service details: Weekend Masses Saturday 4:00 pm – Divine Mercy Sunday 8:00 am – Divine Mercy 10:00 am – Divine Mercy 12:00 noon – Divine Mercy (Español) 5:00 pm – Divine Mercy Weekday Masses Mon 5:30 pm – Divine Mercy Tues 8:30 am – Divine Mercy Wed 8:30 am – Immaculate Conception (Sept-May) Divine Mercy ( June-August) Thurs 8:30 am.Divine Mercy Fri 8:30 am – Immaculate Conception (Sept-May) Divine Mercy ( June-August) Sat 8:30 am – Divine Mercy Statement of beliefs: Divine Mercy Catholic Church is a community of disciples of Jesus Christ committed to loving God and others. Our motto is “Jesus, I trust in you!”

Weekend Masses Saturday 4:00 pm...................Divine Mercy Sunday

8:00 am.........Divine Mercy 10:00 am.......Divine Mercy

12:00 noon....Divine Mercy (Español) 5:00 pm.........Divine Mercy

Weekday Masses

Mon 5:30 pm .............Divine Mercy Tues 8:30 am................... Divine Mercy Wed 8:30 am ........................... Immaculate Conception (Sept-May) Divine Mercy (June-August) Thurs 8:30 am.......Divine Mercy Fri 8:30 am.................Immaculate Conception (Sept-May) Divine Mercy (June-August) Sat 8:30 am.............Divine Mercy

Church Location: 139 Mercy Drive, Faribault, MN Parish Office and Mailing Address: 4 2nd Ave SW, Faribault, MN 507-334-2266

www.divinemercy.cc

Wednesday, March 27, 2019 When you visit us you can expect an authentically Catholic parish community, a warm and open environment where you and your family will feel welcomed and at home.

You’ll experience community and a relevant message about God and his amazing plan for our lives. Divine Mercy is “a place of conversion and repentance; a place for the celebration of the Eucharist; a fountain of mercy; a place of prayer and of constant appeals for mercy for ourselves and for the whole world.”- St. John Paul II (When dedicating the international Shrine of Divine Mercy in Poland) Divine Mercy Catholic Church was formed in June 2002, as three Catholic communities became one by the providence of God. The Catholic faith in our community dates back to 1847, when the first Holy Mass was celebrated at the home of Alexander Faribault. On August 2, 2009, we dedicated our new Church, built to be your new Church home! Not Catholic? Not a problem, we welcome everyone.

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Worship service details: Wednesday at 6pm Sunday at 9:30am

Worship service details: Sundays at 10am

Services for children / available child care: We strive to create an atmosphere where all are apart of the service! We have interactive children’s messages and an open communion table, all are welcome!

Services for children / available child care: Sunday School and Nursery

Dress code & music: All are welcome! Come as you are!

Statement of beliefs: We strive to follow Jesus and welcome all people without exception, on this journey of faith.

Youth groups, small groups, other ministries: Yes, Yes, Yes! Come check us out to see how you can get involved. There is something for everyone here!

Dress code: Casual Dress

Statement of beliefs: We are a congregation of the ELCA. Faith Grows Here!

First Baptist Church 1108 Westwood Drive, Faribault, MN 55021 507-334-3373 fbc@firstbaptistfaribault.org www.firstbaptistfaribault.org Mr. Jared Matthew, Pastor

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church 1207 Prairie Avenue Faribault, MN 55021 507-331-2276 kira@oursaviorsfbo.org oursaviorsfbo.org Fr. Kevin Kenney Pastor Fr. Brandon Theisen Decaon Bill Erpenbach

Congregational Church of Faribault, UCC 222 3rd Ave NW Faribault, MN 55021 507-334-5910 uccfbo@yahoo.com www.congregationalucc.net

All Saints EPISCOPAL CHURCH 5th & Washington Street Northfield’s historic downtown church Celebration of Holy Eucharist Sunday 10:30am, Wednesday 7:30am allsaintsnorthfield.org • 507 645 7417

Worship service details: Days and times: Sunday: 9 a.m. Sunday School (year-round, all ages), 10 a.m. Morning Worship, 6 p.m. Bible Study and Prayer.

Wednesday, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Awana (MaySept) Services for children / available day care: Nursery available during Sunday Services Youth groups, small groups, other ministries: Awana: Ages 3yrs through 6th grade, SeptContinued next page

Building Disciples for Christ and His Kingdom

Sunday Mornings:

8:30 & 10:45 Worship with Holy Communion orshipSchool with Holy Communion 9:45 Sunday and Adult Education

Summers:

8:30 & 10:00 Worship with Holy Communion 1321 North Avenue • Northfield 507-786-6674 • www.bethelnorthfield.org

PAGE 8 May. Small Group Bible Studies: on-going Food Pantry: Distribution the first Monday of the month by appointment. Easter Egg Hunt: Saturday April 13, 1 p.m. (FREE) Neighbors Night Out, July 28: Sunday morn-

RICE COUNTY WORSHIP ing service under the tent (weather permitting) 10:00 a.m.; Picnic supper with bouncy houses, carnival games, lawn games, etc. beginning at 4:00 p.m. (FREE)

Wednesday, March 27, 2019 Statement of beliefs: First Baptist Church exists to know the God of the Gospel, grow through the power of the Gospel, and go with news of the Gospel through worship, Bible study, outreach,

Your guide to Holy Week events

H

oly Week marks the most solemn and revered period on the Christian calendar. Holy Week helps to mark the Paschal Mystery, which includes the Passion, death, resurrection, and ascension of Jesus Christ.

Many events unfolded in a short period of time during the final days of Christ’s physical existence on earth. These events are marked during Holy Week. To understand them further, here’s a day-by-day guide.

and palm fronds in front of Jesus.

Holy Thursday

Holy Monday Matthew 21 and Mark 11 indicate that Christ returned to Jerusalem this day and cleansed the Temple area from shameful practices. Luke 19 indicates that Pharisees warn Jesus that he should silence the crowd’s praises toward him.

On this evening Christ dined for Passover with his disciples at The Last Supper, creating a template for Holy Mass and Holy Eucharist celebrations. During the meal, Jesus predicted the events that would immediately follow, including his betrayal, the denial of Peter, and his death and resurrection.

Holy Tuesday

Good Friday

Palm Sunday

As described in John 12:20-36 and John 13:21-38, some people observed Christ’s predictions of his own death on this day. He was also confronted by Temple leadership for the cleansing of the Temple the day before, and they questioned his authority.

Palm Sunday is the final Sunday of Lent, a 40-day period of solemn prayer and repentance. Palm Sunday recalls Christ’s arrival in Jerusalem when he was received with lavish praise and excitement. Catholic Online, the online guide to the Catholic faith, says Jesus arrived humbly on a donkey to show he came in peace as a man of the people. As signs of respect, townspeople placed clothes, branches

Holy (Spy) Wednesday This day marks Judas’ betrayal of Jesus when he met with high priests. Judas was paid 30 pieces of silver for his information.

Pontius Pilate bowed to the pressure of the Temple leadership and the crowds, condemning Jesus to death by crucifixion. Christ was forced to parade through crowds wearing a crown of thorns to symbolize his status as King of the Jews, and carried a massive wooden cross on his back. He was nailed to the cross by the ankles and wrists and hanged for three hours. He died at 3 pm. His body was hastily removed and put in a tomb.

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The similarities between Passover and Easter

Create colorful Easter eggs

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eautifully colored Easter eggs are a beloved holiday tradition. In many cultures, eggs represent new life, fertility and rebirth.

For Christians, the Easter egg is symbolic of the resurrection, or the eternal life, of Jesus Christ. The practice of coloring eggs and offering them as decorative items is embraced during both secular and religious Easter celebrations.

Many fond memories and traditions are tied to Easter egg coloring, and some people may have their preferential kits or practices to achieve beautiful eggs. But embracing some new tips and tricks can produce beautiful eggs and make this beloved tradition even more fun.

• Begin with firm, hard-boiled eggs. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Then use a large spoon to gently lower the eggs into the water. Lower the heat to maintain a simmer and boil for just about 12 minutes. Transfer the eggs to a bowl with ice cold water and let them cool. Allow the eggs to cool completely before coloring.

• Lay out newspaper or an old tablecloth to soak

up any spills. Spills are inevitable, so don’t let them spoil the fun. In addition, empty egg cartons make ideal drying racks, so do not discard them.

• Make patterns or other designs on the eggs.

Use a white crayon to draw on the egg directly. The dye will not stick to the wax. Or use string, rubber bands, tape, stickers, or other items to create your pattern. Dip the egg and then remove the materials afterward to reveal the design.

• Swirl a few drops of food coloring into shaving cream on a flat surface. Roll the eggs into the mixture, let dry, and then gently clean to remove the excess shaving cream. The result is a marbled effect.

• Recognize that you don’t have to “dye” eggs at all. Use a sponge to dab on a design. Strips of tissue paper can be adhered to the egg with glue or shellac. Children may enjoy submerging the egg in glue and then coating it in glitter.

The potential to create creative Easter eggs is limitless. Embracing new strategies can set this year’s eggs apart.

To the casual observer, Passover and Easter may not to seem to have much in common. While the two holidays are celebrated by people of different faiths, they share certain similarities. Both Passover and Easter celebrate fundamental tenets of their respective faiths.

For Christians, Easter commemorates the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, a moment that has shaped the lives of faithful Christians ever since. During Passover, Jews honor a moment in history that helped free slaves from captivity and shape them into the people of Israel. In addition, historians believe that the Passion of Christ, which is the short final period of Jesus’ life, occurred during the observance of Pesach, or Passover.

During this time, Jesus went to Jerusalem in response to a mandate to appear at the Temple. It also is believed that the Last Supper described in all four Gospels was likely a Passover seder.

Liberation and rebirth also are at the heart of both holidays.

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Holy Saturday Christ’s disciples were heartbroken at his death and observed the Jewish Sabbath in sorrow, forgetting about the promise of resurrection.

Easter Sunday The public discovered that Jesus’ tomb was empty and that he fulfilled his promise to rise from the dead. This is a great feast day with worship and celebration. Easter Sunday is the foremost day of religious observance within the Christian faith.

To learn more about Holy Week and the miracle of Easter, visit www.catholic.org.

Service Times Sunday Sunday School 9:00 A.M. (year-round for all ages) Morning Group Study 6:00 6:00 P.M. Morning Service Service10:00 10:00A.M. A.M.• •Small Evening Service Wednesday A.W.A.N.A /Youth Group (Sept.-May) 6:30 P.M. 1108 Westwood Dr., Faribault, MN 55021 • Jared Matthew, Pastor Phone: 507-334-4885 • firstbaptistfaribault.org

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importance behind these symbols can make sharing the miracle of Easter that much more special.

Eggs Eggs are one of the more recognizable symbols of Easter. For Easter egg hunts, eggs are hard-boiled and decorated in bright hues. It’s believed that the origins of Easter eggs are both secular and religious. From the secular (once pagan) perspective, the egg is an ancient symbol of new life, according to The History Channel, and has been associated with pagan festivals that celebrate spring. Some Christians feel that Easter eggs represent ChristÕs emergence from the tomb and his subsequent resurrection. Eggs were once a food not consumed during Lent, therefore painting and decorating them to mark the end of fasting and penance became a way to celebrate Easter.

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Easter symbolism complements the holiday

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aster symbolism complements the holidayTradition plays an important role in Easter celebrations for many families.

Cherished traditions and symbols of Easter may include anything from egg hunts to lilies to lambs. Understanding the

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The crucifix is one of the central symbols of Easter and Christianity. The cross is a symbol of ChristÕs crucifixion and sacrifice. The crucifix also highlights the ability of God to give new life to people after death.

In addition to wearing and displaying the cross during Easter, some people bake ‘hot cross buns’ as another symbol of the season.

Rabbit The Easter bunny is very much a secular symbol of the holiday, but one that has become so ingrained with the season that many people ascribe to it a Christian meaning. Pagan celebrations of spring often linked rabbits or hares with the season because of their fertility and ability to bring forth new life. According to the

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Lippert works across aisle on farmto-school legislation

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By PHILIP WEYHE

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Skylar Mace, now 19, was kicked out of his mom’s house at 16. Though he spent his nights couch-surfing before finding stable housing, he prefers to call his situation what it is: homelessness. (Anne Kopas/Northfield News)

NO PLACE LIKE HOME Homeless youth share difficult, sometimes heartbreaking stories

By ANNE KOPAS

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akopas@northfieldnews.com

Editor’s Note: The names of some of those interviewed for this story have been changed to allow them to retain their anonymity.

There’s no one way to be homeless.

For one Northfield youth, it meant sleeping in a park. For another, it meant couch surfing, constantly looking for a place to land. And for a third, it meant hopping from one relative to another, until the situation grew too unhealthy to stay.

A common thread runs through each story — a youth lacking stability and guidance from a relative, a mentor, anyone who might provide the necessary support. It’s happening in Northfield, where an estimated five youth lack shelter on any given night, dozens find refuge with friends or relatives with no long-term housing, taking a toll on physical and mental health.

“You get to a point where you’re so stressed out that life doesn’t matter,” said Annette Smith, who experienced homelessness in the Northfield area.

The term “homelessness” may suggest the image of a person sleep-

ing on a sidewalk or under an overpass. But it’s not always that obvious.

A youth might double up in spare beds or couches with friends or relatives. They might take shelter in their car or an abandoned building. They might gain temporary housing by offering up money or their bodies in return for a place to sleep.

“The young people who are struggling with housing insecurity or homelessness are a part of our community — and they will remain a part of our community,” said Emily Fulton, Northfield Union of Youth executive director. “If we have a false reality of what our community is, we are not helping to create a stronger, more successful future.”

But in order to build that future, it’s important to understand what youth homelessness looks like in Northfield.

Give Me Shelter is a three-part series on youth homelessness and housing insecurity in the community.

LAST WEEK: The reality and prevalence of homelessness in Northfield THIS WEEK: Stories from youth who experienced homelessness NEXT WEEK: Work that is being done and can be done to solve the problem

typical teen, telling her story with a casual attitude that belies her neardeath experiences.

Smith spent her childhood moving around the country. With a sick and substance-abusing mother who couldn’t keep a job or house, it was a struggle to find relatives who would take them in.

Constantly moving was isolating.

Not only did Smith struggle to keep up in different schools, but it was also difficult to maintain friendships. After a while, she stopped trying.

‘It never felt safe’ “When you have a broken person Annette Smith, 17, seems like a trying to guide you, it’s really tricky,”

she said. “There are strangers in the house and it never felt safe.”

Smith first found herself homeless at age 12, after a fight with her mom about her mom’s drug dealer, who spent nights with them. Smith told the stranger to leave and things got physical. In the middle of December, Smith had no choice but to sleep in a Morristown park for two days, with only some clothes and her phone.

From then on, Smith never stayed in one place very long. Sometimes she found relatives to take her in for a few nights. Other nights, she’d resort to strategies like ordering food at a Burger King a few hours before closing time, hiding in the playground slide until staff locked the building and sleeping there for warmth and safety.

“You just stay alive; you just do,” she said. “You take advice and you figure it out.”

She worked odd jobs to make money, but it was a hand-to-mouth life, never knowing where she would sleep or when she would eat.

At 15, she tried to take her own life. She considers it a miracle that she’s alive to share her story.

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A Northfield state legislator is working on what he hopes is bipartisan legislation to increase connections between farms and schools in Minnesota.

Rep. Todd Lippert, DFL-Northfield, and State Sen. Mike Goggin, R-Red Wing, on Wednesday, Feb. 13, at a news conference said their proposal would give kids access to healthier school meals and offer an “anchor customer” to farmers.

“This bill is good for local farmers. It’s good for our children, and it’s good for local economies too,” said Lippert.

House File 811 would put aside $2 million each year to reimburse schools or childcare providers that feed kids local fruits and vegetables through farm-to-school initiatives and would help farmers sell their produce to schools.

A similar bill introduced in 2017 made its way through House and Senate committees but was not included in a final spending bill.

“At the end of the day, we need to do what’s right for our state and most importantly what’s right for our students,” Goggin said. “This is something that’s needed by our state and our communities and we really have to do something and this is a first step in addressing that.”

Ben Doherty is co-owner of Open Hands farm in Northfield, which has started selling its vegetables to schools. Doherty said the partnership has helped his farm grow.

“When we started, there was not much fruit and vegetable production around,” he said. “As our farm has grown and thrived with the help of institutions and schools … other farms are starting to thrive around us — both beginning farmers and multi-generational farmers.”

He noted also that positive effects on a single farm can impact an entire community’s economy which can impact the state’s economy.

“It can continue to be a real force in our rural economies,” Doherty said. “As the farm economy is stronger, that ripples out throughout the economy and throughout the state.”

Schools often have to work against the grain to get food from local farmers, said Erin McKee, community food systems program director for the nonprofit Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy.

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Watermelon radishes, pictured on tray, were one of the locally produced items on the Oct. 5 lunch menu at Northfield Middle School.

The radishes come from Open Hands farm, just north of the city. Apples from Fireside Orchard and Gardens were also featured.

(Philip Weyhe/Northfield News)

Taking On Tobacco: ‘Research to be done’ on Rice County Tobacco 21 idea

By JACOB SWANSON

jswanson@faribault.com

An increase in e-cigarette usage has been a key part of the Tobacco 21 movement in Minnesota. (Photo courtesy of Minnesota Public Radio News) Vol. 144, No. 8 ©2019

The possibility of raising the tobacco-buying age in Rice County to 21 has caused quite a buzz.

Faribault Mayor Kevin Voracek brought the idea up at a Jan. 29 Faribault City Council meeting and has recently reached out to all of Rice County’s mayors to gauge their opinions on a switch. He’s waiting on feedback before taking any further action.

Many residents pushed back against the idea, saying 18-yearolds should be able to make that

decision for themselves and minors would get access to them regardless of an ordinance change.

Vo r a c e k has s aid he wouldn’t continue to pursue the idea, even in just Faribault, unless every Rice County city isn’t on board. But he hasn’t yet changed his mind on the issue, saying that for every person pushing back against the idea, there’s as many people Voracek

in support.

The Rice County Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP) is on board with the idea, which has been implemented in 23 Minnesota communities, according to the Preventing Tobacco Addiction Foundation.

According to SHIP Coordinator Josh Ramaker, 94 percent of adult smokers tried their first cigarette by age 21 and 81 percent did so by age 18.

“High school smokers aged 18 and 19 years old are often a supplier for younger kids who rely on friends, classmates and

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Christian living resource Crosswalk, believers associate the rabbit coming out of its underground home as a symbol of Christ emerging from the tomb.

Lilies Lilies are often exchanged during Easter celebrations or presented as hostess gifts for those sharing the holiday meal with others. The American Bible Society says lilies grow in the spring around the time when Easter is typically celebrated. Also, because they look like trumpets, they can be a symbol that heralds ChristÕs resurrection.

Lamb The lamb is another symbol associated with Easter. Lambs were originally associated with the Jewish holiday of Passover, when lambs were sacrificed and their blood was used to mark which houses contained those faithful to God. As a result of his crucifixion, Christ became the symbolic lamb for all - the ultimate sacrifice. In fact, Christ is often referred to as ‘The Lamb of God.’ Easter is replete with many recognized symbols. Unearthing their meanings can be a learning experience and a way to further immerse oneself in this holy holiday.

SOCIAL MEDIA TEXT: Cherished traditions and symbols of Easter may include anything from egg hunts to lilies to lambs.

Understanding the importance behind these symbols can make sharing the miracle of Easter that much more special.

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CHURCH DIRECTORY Adventist

Baha’i Faith

Seventh Day Adventist Church 1360 Albers Path Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-332-8256

Baha’i Faith of Faribault 710 NW 3rd St Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-5022 800-228-6483

Assemblies of God

Baptist

Iglesia Nueva Vida en Cristo (New Life in Christ Church International) 1132 NW Sixth Street @ Lincoln Ave Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-333-9210

Berean Baptist Church (Southern Baptist Convention) 20 NW 2nd St Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-331-8202 Emmaus 712 N Linden St Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-9480

Life 21 2100 Jefferson Rd Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-7730

First Baptist Church (GARBC) 1108 Westwood Dr Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-4885

River Valley Church 722 Ravine St Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-4917 Triumphant Life Church Parish House of the Congregational Church UCC 222 NW Third Ave Faribault, MN 55021 507-412-8382 Triumphant Life Church 221 NW Second Ave Lonsdale, MN 55046 612-605-1147

Buddhist Northfield Buddhist Meditation Center 313 ½ Division Street (above Jenkins Jewelers) Northfield, Minnesota 55057

Catholic Church of St Dominic 104 N Linden St Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-8816

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Church of the Immaculate Conception 116 SE Alabama St Lonsdale, MN 55046 507-744-2829

The River Community Church 528 4th Ave NW Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-1897

Divine Mercy 139 Mercy Dr Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-2266

Episcopal

Church of St Patrick, Shieldsville 7525 Dodd Rd Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-6002

Church of God

(Iglesia De Dios) Rios De Agua Viva 425 NW Sixth St Faribault, Minnesota 55021

College Carleton College Skinner Memorial Chapel 1 North College St Northfield, MN 55087 507-222-4003 St Olaf College Boe Memorial Chapel 1520 St Olaf Ave Northfield, MN 55057 507-786-3092

Community The Crux Church 112 N Central Ave Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-5211

All Saints Episcopal Church 419 Washington St Northfield, MN 55059 507-645-7417 The Cathedral of Our Merciful Saviour 515 NW 2nd Ave Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-7732

Evangelical Cornerstone Community Church (C&MA) 1313 S Division St Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-8839 Iglesia Evangelica Cristiana Espiritual 5 NE Sixth Ave Faribault, Minnesota 55021

Evangelical Free Church Faribault Evangelical Free Church 1039 Saint Paul Ave Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-332-8369 Northfield Evangelical Free Church 5600 E 110th St Northfield, MN 55057 507-663-0133

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Jehovah’s Witnesses Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 2618 NW Park Ave Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-332-7581 Northfield Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses 5785 E Lonsdale Blvd Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-6704

Jewish Jewish Shabbat Services Jones House Carleton College Northfield, Minnesota 55057

Latter Day Saints Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 902 SW 17th St Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-7046

Lutheran Bethel Lutheran Church (ELCA) 1321 North Ave Northfield, MN 55057 507-786-6674 Bethel Ridge Church of the Lutheran Brethren 1401 Bethel Ct Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-6801 Bethlehem Lutheran Church (LCMS) 404 West Franklin St Morristown, Minnesota 55052 507-685-4338 Christ Lutheran Church (ELCA) 1200 NE 1st St Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-8821 Dennison Lutheran Church 37514 Third Ave Dennison, MN 55018 507-645-6042 First English Lutheran Church (ELCA) 204 NW 2nd St Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-4389 Grace Lutheran Church (ELCA) 305 South First St Nerstrand, Minnesota 55053 507-334-2822 Our Savior’s Lutheran Church (ELCA) 1207 SW Prairie Ave Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-331-2276 Peace Lutheran Church (LCMS) 213 SW 6th Ave Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-9610 Rejoice! Lutheran Renewal Northfield High School Auditorium 1200 Division St 507-664-9007 St John’s Lutheran Church 500 W Third St Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-4429

RICE COUNTY WORSHIP St Peter’s Lutheran Church 418 E Sumner St Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-8252 Trinity Lutheran Church (LCMS) 530 NW 4th St Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-331-6579 Trinity Lutheran Church 10500 West 215th St Morristown, Minnesota 55052 507-685-2307 Trinity Lutheran Church (LCMS) 803 Winona St Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-4438 Trondhjem Lutheran Church (ELCA) 7525 Garfield Ave Lonsdale, MN 55046 507-744-2310 Vang Lutheran Church Corner of County 49 Blvd and 20th Ave Dennison, MN 55018 507-645-6042

Moravian Main Street Moravian Church 713 Division St Northfield, Minnesota 55057 507-645-7566

Non-Denominational Cannon City Community Church 17790 Cannon City Blvd Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-3163

United Church of Christ Congregational Church of Faribault, UCC 222 NW 3rd Ave Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-5910 First United Church of Christ 300 Union St Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-7532 Saint John’s United Church of Christ 19086 Jacobs Ave (Wheeling Township) Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-789-5766

United Methodist

PAGE 13 Northfield United Methodist Church 1401 S Maple St Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-5689 Peace United Methodist Church 205 N Division St Morristown, Minnesota 55052 507-685-4466 Prairieville United Methodist Church 9411 Kenyon Blvd Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-332-9646

Religious Society of Friends (Quaker)

Fourth Avenue United Methodist Church 219 NW 4th Ave Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-4308

Cannon Valley Friends Meeting 313 ½ Division St Northfield, Minnesota 55057 507-663-1048

Hope United Methodist Church 3166 East 197th St Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-5849

Unitarian Universalist

Little Prairie United Methodist Church 2980 130th St E Dundas, MN 55019 507-663-6150

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 113 Linden Ave S Northfield, MN 55057 507-786-3366

Nerstrand United Methodist Church 12 Maple St Nerstrand, Minnesota 55053 507-332-4089

Cannon Valley Church of Christ 22220 Glynview Trail – County Road 19 Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-1542 Canvas Church 404 Schilling Dr. #5 Dundas, Minnesota 55019 507-301-7500 City Light Church 2140 S Hwy 3 Northfield, MN 55057 507-645-8829 Faribault Church of Christ 937 SW 9th Ave Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-7164 Gospel of Life Family Church Heritage Square Mall on Hwy 3 South 2010 Jefferson Square, Suite A Northfield, MN 55057 507-259-2644 Harvest Church International 2627 NW 2nd Avenue Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-332-8731 St. Luke’s Church 1100 SW 9th Ave Faribault, Minnesota 55021 507-334-6608

Pentecostal

(Iglesia Evangelica Pentecostes) Nueva Jerusalem 609 NW 4th Ave Faribault, Minnesota 55021

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For more than 45 40 years, Northfield Retirement Community has provided exceptional housing, care facilities and services to seniors seeking a vibrant community rooted in a Christian tradition. Our residents are lively, energetic and actively engaged in both the NRC community and Northfield at large.

Northfield Retirement Community offers: • Full-time spiritual care services with a community chaplain and pastoral care.

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Choosing where to send your children to school is not an easy decision, but our Catholic schools are worth it. They encourage excellence inside and outside of the classroom. Dedicated, competent, caring teachers give generously of their time and talents to develop positive learning environments that meet the needs of every student.

At DMCS and BA, we develop the whole individual. Our unified system offers you a full PreK-12 faith-based education journey for your child. Come visit our schools and see what we have to offer! We are here to serve, we are here to help, and we are here to support you in making the best choice for your child.

Top 10 Benefits of Choosing Catholic Schools 1. High academic standards 2. Safe learning environment 3. The home, school, and church work as one 4. Standardized test scores are above the national average 5. High college acceptance rate 6. Faith-based faculty 7. Curriculum meets or exceeds state regulations and guidelines 8. Students are creative, self-disciplined, self-motivated and responsible 9. Religious, moral and spiritual development 10. An atmosphere of care, concern, and love Source: Catholic Schools Center for Excellence, “Top 20 Benefits of a Choosing Catholic Schools”

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