July 2020

First Lutheran Church Albert Lea, MN www.flcal.org

J U LY 2 0 2 0 M E S S E N G E R JUNE 25, 2020 VOLUME LXX NO.

New Drop Box

A few of the projects our new Building and Grounds Supervisor, staff, and some extremely talented and hardworking church members have tackled.

See page 8 —Spotlight of the Month Brent Peterson, Building and Grounds Supervisor

Installing new custodial flooring

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Parking lot flower pot project

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Completed parking lot flower pot project

Parking lot flower pot project

Completed parking lot flower pot project

west side landscaping project

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Completed west side landscaping project

west side landscaping project

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THE MISSION OF FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH IS: TO GATHER, EQUIP, AND EMPOWER PEOPLE 1

TO JOYFULLY DO

CHRISTS WORK.

 Rejoice in the Lord!  Dear Friends in Christ, One of the Bible verses I committed to memory as a young adult, and also was required to memorize by Rev. Dr. Stensvaag, is Isaiah 40:10: Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

These are times where we could give in to fear. The coronavirus pandemic, economic woes, social unrest, racial injustice, farm commodity and livestock markets in disarray, all can make us wonder what the future holds. This time of year when we want to settle back, celebrate the 4th of July, gather with community members for a parade, fireworks and the county fair, has changed and made the threats to our way of life more stark. It would be easy to just retreat into an attitude of defeat and despair.

God’s Holy Spirit inspired the Apostle Paul to write to his young protégé, as we read in 2 Timothy 1:7: For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.

America has gone through harrowing times before in our history. The Great Depression began in 1929, and then, years later World War 2 came about. In his first inaugural address as president in March of 1933, Franklin D. Roosevelt (FDR) spoke these now famous words: So, first of all, let me assert my firm belief that the only thing we have to fear is...fear itself — nameless, unreasoning, unjustified terror which paralyzes needed efforts to convert retreat into advance.

My father found FDR inspiring, so much so that my mother told me years later that they gave me my middle name, Franklin, after him. I don’t know about FDR’s faith life, but I do know that individuals, families, communities, even nations can be paralyzed by fear. Perhaps, FDR was Spirit-inspired to utter those now famous words to help our nation move forward.

There will be struggles ahead for all of us to get through these perilous times. I’m glad to be part of a congregation that is not paralyzed into fear. Using the opportunities before us, we are encouraging one another, feeding the hungry, proclaiming the Gospel effectively to an ever-widening audience, innovating ways to grow in faith and deepening devotion together to our Lord and Savior. These disciplines, born out of love for God and people, energize us to serve more effectively with joy and fulfillment.

The Apostle John wrote, as recorded in I John 4:18a: There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear.

Always remember the perfect love of God demonstrated in our Lord Jesus Christ, whose death atoned for our fears and failures. Then He rose from the dead to new life in God’s love. It’s God’s love that will lead us through as individuals and communities of believers to triumph in the midst of uncertainties, even without the fireworks and fairs, because we rely on the certain love of our God. So, Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful. ~ Hebrews 10:23 We look forward to meeting together safely to celebrate in person the goodness of God and faith. Until then, let us not take our faith and calling lightly, but always remember the God who calls us to faith, not fear, because He is with us, to bring us out of the darkness into life... ...In the light of His love,

Pastor John F. Holt 2

SPECIAL OUTREACH OFFERING FOR JULY

The Special Outreach Cause Offering for the month of July is Compassion International Special offering envelopes will be available from the ushers at church services. Please, make checks payable to FLC. Adiel Sthif Espinoza Jorge Age: 8

We sponsor 2 kids as our special outreach cause for July through Compassion. Sponsorship for Adiel and Vania is $74 a month.

Vania Michella Christi Age:4 Indonesia

First Lutheran has two immediate volunteer positions they are looking to fill asap.

These positions are important and vital to our ministry at FLC. Please contact Kara Heinemann at 507-373-6424 if you are interested.

HISTORIAN- We are looking for a person interested in leading a small team of people to find and preserve items of historical value for the church. If history and collecting information is your interest this is a great volunteer position for you.

REMEMBER this is your history and it can only be accomplished with your help.

TECHNOLOGY AGENT– We are looking for one volunteer who has experience in navigating a website platform. This individual would be responsible for helping to update and maintain the FLC website.

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FLC COUNCIL JUNE 2020 UPDATE 

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The Communication Task Force is working on ways to help with communication around the church. The visibility of FLC and the events that occur here are very important and the team is working on ways to improve communication. Stay Tuned!

The Revitalization Task Force approved two new items to be implemented. 1. To Increase the visibility of First Lutheran Church within the congregation and community 2. To record the contemporary worship service and post it to you tube and or Facebook to reach those who enjoy that service.

The Thursday night Food Ministry Program held its First meal on June 11th where they served 37 meals! The program is going great and the support has been outstanding!

A council/staff retreat is planned for August 8th at the Barn at Chapeau Heights where the council will discuss and create an action plan from the Life Game Focus group discussion.

The Council still has an open position for a Youth Chair person. If you are interested or know anyone interested, please contact Kara Heinemann at 507-373-6424. Kristin Larson volunteered to step up and be the council Secretary, we are so grateful for her and welcome her to the team!

The Nominating Committee is working hard to get a Minister of Music search committee together to start the interview process. It has been determined by the council that we will seek out a Minister of Music that has organ skills but has a focus on contemporary music!

The Call Committee Chair has a report in the messenger to update you all on the call process and where we are heading!! Please read that for an update!

The Council and Staff would like to thank all of our members for their donations and support during this challenging time!! You all have been amazing and we thank each of you for that!!!

Reminder -Please contact the FLC office BEFORE scheduling your events. This will help you get the space you need and your group’s event on the FLC calendar. Thanks!

FLC CALL COMMITTEE UPDATE Dear FLC Community. We have good news that the council has tasked us with the search for an associate pastor. We as a Call Committee can now move forward with the completion of the Ministry Site Profile. Many of you have contributed to the information that will be included in this profile. Thank you!

We have a general timeline from the Synod for moving forward. We should hopefully be ready to reconvene soon. We now have the defined Call, and we as a committee will finish the profile for that purpose. Once this is finished and approved by our committee the MSP will be sent to the church council for approval. When everyone is in agreement, we will submit it to the Synod this fall. We hope to be interviewing after the first of the year. Once again Covid has been a large factor in this process. We will keep you informed, and be assured we are working!! Include FLC and this Call process in your prayers.

The Spirit will guide us. As always please call me if you have any questions.

In Christ’s love, Janice Hammer, Call Committee Chair, 507-383-9957 4

Our “Counting Crew’ is PRICELESS! First Lutheran Church is blessed to have 2 teams of members committing to 2 hours every other Monday to process the offering.

Counting Crew Bonnie Schneider (2 years) Eunice Hatleli (4 Years) Audrey Christensen (3 years) Bonnie Trampel (10+ years) Dave Van Fossen (6 years) Sheri Nicol (2 years) Randy Nicol (2 years) Selma Engebretson (15 years) Norm Fredin (3 years) Joyce Fredin (3 years) Russell Wignes (20 years) Maxine Wignes (30+ years) Genevieve Montei (10 years) There are special rules and regulations to be followed, including: Two people (usually an usher and a custodian) put the offering collected in the vault on Sundays. Two people have to take it out of the vault on Monday when the crew arrives. Special bags are used that have a specific number that is documented what the offering was for and the Service and date when it contains.

offerings every other week. Bonnie adds “Nice to know we are helping the church.” After being asked what do you like the most about being on the counting crew Eunice said, “Serving the church! Camaraderie of the people with whom you are serving. We have a great team. Just knowing I can help out when needed.” Dave said, “Fun to be helpful. Larry Trampel Visiting with Joyce Fredin, she states “We have a recruited me. Enjoyable way to participate, and good system. Good to work with fellow members we get treats!” of the church. It is a way we can use our abilities Genevieve Montei shared that she had been in to help. We enjoy doing it.” Joyce shared that banking for over 45 years so this comes natural Norm writes the check number and the amount on the envelope. Joyce writes this information on to her. She said, “It’s fun to get together with the group. We work very well together.” the offering sheet, documenting which account the offering goes into. When this page is full, it’s We are so grateful for the Counting Crew. I’ve taken to Russ and Selma to verify. seen both teams work, and I can honestly say, Audrey Christensen has been on this team for 3 “They work together so well. Getting ‘business years. Audrey said “I like to help and volunteer. done’ with lots of laughter.” As the Financial and Conversation is good! So nice just to be able to Membership Specialist, their work and dedicatalk to someone.” Bonnie Trampel has been help- tion truly is priceless. Delighted they are back!

Happy to put them to work! ing for more than 10 years. Bonnie records the

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Serving At Church

 Website Pages & Design

In the Office:  Help Assemble the monthly Messenger  Help with mailings  Answer the Phone  Office Help  Proofreading  Archives Building & Grounds  Painting Projects  Repair Projects  Gardening and Yard Work  Cleaning Church  Decorating Team  Carpentry  Plumbing  Electrical Work  Other Handy Work

Divorced, Singles)

 Drive the Church Van  Help with Loaves & Fishes  Load Clothing on LWR Truck  Meal Ministry  Transport School Backpack Meals to the school

 Christmas Angel Tree  Help Transport Gifts to

Salvation Army Distribute communion to:  Shut-Ins  Nursing Home Residents

 Organize Events  Parenting Events  Fellowship Group  Children’s Events  Trunk or Treat  Baptism Mentor

First Lutheran Church Women

Fellowship Group Outreach Opportunities

Counselors in your home

 “Friends at First” (Seniors)  “Connections Group” (Adults)  Christian Book Club  Men’s Bible Study  Women’s Bible Study  Couples’ Bible Study  Christian Solos (Widowed,

Family Ministry

 Teacher Assistant  Craft Leader  Music Leader  Recreation Leader  Provide Snacks  Student Leader  Host Bible Camp

Opportunities for Service + 2020

Miscellaneous

School (Summer)

Vacation Bible

First Lutheran Time and Talent Interest Sheet + Continued +

 Serve on FLCW Board  Salad Luncheon Co-Chair  Monthly Co-Chair for Caring/Sharing

 Join a Circle Bible Study  Join Sewing/Quilting Group  Assist with FLCW Functions  Lenten Soup Luncheon

Leader  Help Serve at Luncheons  Represent FLCW at Synod and regional WELCA meetings and conferences

+ This is a trustworthy saying. And I want you to stress these things, so that those who have trusted in God may be careful to devote themselves to doing what is good. These things are excellent and profitable for every-

one. (Titus 3:8)  IT (Internet Technology)  Photography +  Decorating Team ...and they have devoted them Skits & Drama selves to the service of the  Provide Sunday Snacks  Serve at Funerals Lord’s people.  Provide Cake for Funerals (I Corinthians 16:15b)  Provide Cake/Bars for Events  Help with Special Events +  Wedding Coordinator

See other page for more opportunities!

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+ Time and Talent Interest Sheet +

 Be on Health Advisory Team  Grief Support Group  Make Prayer Shawls  Help with Visitations  Prayer Team

 Chaperone Mission Trips  Sponsor Children for Camp  Chaperone Youth Service

Projects  Help with Fund Raisers  Drivers  Chaperone Overnights  Chaperone Day Trips  EIKON meeting youth participant  Youth Room Helper

 Sunday Greeter  Welcome Ministry Team  Welcome Center  New Member Mentor

 Serve on Church Council  Serve on Scholarship Team

Leadership Opportunities

Sunday School:  Teacher  Substitute Teacher  Music Accompanist  Opening/Closing Leader  Music Leader  Christmas Program  Special Project Coordinator  Special Project Helper Wednesday Confirmation  Small Group Leader  Lenten Supper Leader

Altar Guild

Parish Nurse

in your home  Decorating Team  Projector or Sound Board

Youth Education

 Children’s Choir (K-6)  Children’s Handbell Choir  Adult Choir (High School to adult)  Handbell Choir (Age 15 to adult)  Holidays/Special Programs  Pianist/Accompanist  Summer Special Music  Solos and Ensembles:  Vocal  Instrumental  “Spirit Express” Praise Team:   Vocal  Instrumental  Host Music Group members

Youth Activities

 Bible Reader  Serve Communion  Nursery Helper  Serve as Usher  Skits & Drama  Serve as Greeter at Funerals

Welcome Newcomers

Worship & Music

Involvement

Service Opportunities + 2020 Serve on Ministry Team for:  Education  Membership and Growth  Foreign Missions  Property Enhancement  Spirit of Giving  Sharing the Faith  Worship and Music  Youth Ministry  Social Ministry  Lutheran World Relief  ShineFest Community  Local Food Shelf Drive  World Hunger Appeal  Relay for Life  Church Library

 Altar Guild  Purchase for Communion:  Bread Wine Grape Juice  Bake Bread for Communion See other side for more opportunities to serve.

To sign up for opportunities, please fill out one form per person and return. Thank you!

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SPOTLIGHT OF THE MONTH Hello, My name is Brent Peterson, I have recently had the pleasure of joining the staff here at First Lutheran Church in the role of “Building and Grounds supervisor.” I look forward to working with all of you to make this wonderful church shine!

Amidst these very unusual times when the normal day to day church activities are almost non-existent, I thought it might be nice to show all of you just a few of the projects that I, our staff, and some extremely talented and hardworking church members have tackled.

Please do not hesitate to introduce yourselves to me. I have a feeling I’m going to meet a ton of new faces!

Stay Safe & God Bless!

FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH WOMEN

Caring and Sharing

July 2020 —Hannah

Co -Chairs: Bonnie Schneider Cheryl Moran

507-373-3767 507-383-5066

Workers Paula Bennett Sharon Buley Karen Christenson Robin Evenson (Sat. Only)

Cindy Fjermestad Julie Gilbertson Laurie Lenz Sandi Nesse

Kathy Attig Susan Blenka Carol Hedelan

Fran Heilman Jayne Iverson Pam Jerdee

Deloris Osmundson Linda Pederson Barb Rogness

Samantha Schell Mary Stapleton (Not Tues.)

Orlene Woodside

Cakes Carol A. Johnson Brenda Malepsy Beverly Nelson

Julie Schewe Sharon Wakefield

Prayer List Our Prayers are requested for healing and wholeness for: Casey Dusza, Nancy Kotyk, and Officer Arik Matson.

Our Continued Prayers are requested for healing and wholeness for: Jody Bakken, Alan J. Christensen, Rodger Christenson, Mary Ann Christian, Millard Hamborg, Dorothy Hanson, Breckyn Heinemann, Glenn Helland, Barbara Holt, Sharon Johnson, Deb Koenigs, Phil Koppelman, Tom Loverink, Fred (Fritz) Moran, Paul Overgaard, Elaine Panzer, Jean Stearns, ... and their spouses, families & caregivers, and… safety for people serving in the Armed Forces, and their families.

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MISCELLANEOUS FLC INFORMATION FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH OFFICE: Phone (507) 373-6424; E-mail: firstoffice@flcal.org; Fax 373-6330 Mailing address—301 W. Clark St., Albert Lea, MN 56007

Web site–www.flcal.org PASTORAL STAFF e-mails and emergency telephone numbers: Pastor John Holt, johnh@flcal.org (Cell–383-4750; Home–377-0046) Pastor Jan Crissinger, (Cell—(507) 621-1758

2019-2021 Council Members Quick Reference Guide President- Ginny Larson- 507-383-6686-larsonvirginia3@gmail.com Vice President- Dawn Thompson-507-383-2953- dthomps58@gmail.com Treasurer-Dan Dorman-612-245-5204- aldormans@gmail.com Secretary- Kristin Larson- 507-383-5695-kristin.m.larson71@gmail.com Education- Sue Loch-507-383-9195- susaloch@gmail.com Worship and Music- Sandy Jensen-507-319-1447- Sandrakay561@gmail.com Social Ministry- Cindy Gandrud-507-402-3909- gandy6gunhild@gmail.com Property Enhancement- Dave Van Fossen-507-402-0634- davevf@gmail.com Spirit of Giving- Dan Liebsch-319-721-0700- dliebschdvm@gmail.com Membership and Growth- Joyce Fredin- 507-383-2646-nefredin@charter.net F.L.C.W- President- Diane Damerow-507-383-9284- ddamerow@charter.net Sharing the Faith - Jo Hanson- 763-257-9018-Jobunny19@gmail.com Lead Pastor – John Holt-507-373-6424-john@flcal.org Church Administrator- Kara Heinemann- 507-373-6424- kara@flcal.org Interim Pastor- Jan Crissinger- 507-373-6424-jan@flcal.org If you have moved or changed phone numbers, (including cell phone), please, call the church office with your new information. Also, please, call in with, or send in, your email address, so we can keep you updated on things.

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MEMORIALS, HONORS & SPECIAL GIFTS Tom O’Sell brother of Bob O’Sell given by Barb & John Cliff, Judy Folven In Memory Of: Roger Rebelein brother of Audrey Christensen Elaine Bidne given by Loren & Joan Bidne given by Mary Tufte Steve Brownlow given by Mark & Terri Stadheim Harold Runden given by Betty Johnson, Shirley Wayne Bloomquist grandfather of Jessica Gordon Larson, Bev Nelson, LaVerne & Shirley Strand given by Fritz & Cheryl Moran Our fathers, Garfield (Gus) Benson, Harry Kelly, Dar Claussen, Bonnie Bakkens father given by Lorraine Bakken, Bob & Pat Goldman, Dale & Dorothy and Duane Skophammer given by John & Robin Baldwin, Bev Grotsun, Don & Dorothy Larson, Bonnie Kelly, Tim & Mary Stapleton, and Randy & Heidi Schneider, Arlo & Julie Wallen, Angeline & Ed Nelson, Skophammer Our friend Arline Gore given by Mission Circle #20 Bill & Ann Satre, Bonnie Trampel, Lorraine Hanson, members Julie Gilbertson, Steve & Sharon Overgaard, Sharon Our parents, Margaret & Edmund Rooney and Wakefield, Judith Hagen Helmer & Marie Brackey given by Richard & Donna Dahl given by Tom & Karen Hovde Elaine Rooney Marlys Doppelhammer Johnson given by Patricia My brother-in-law Warren Van Riper given by Gjersvik Irene Van Riper Clif Engebretson given by Bonnie Schneider My uncle Warren VanRiper given by Rodger & Wayne Hanson given by Dorothy & Dale Baldwin, Karen Christenson Alice Jensen, Stephanie Hanson, friends of Wayne Warren Van Riper given by Leola & Paul Anderson, Hanson, Glen & LeAnn Juveland, Marilyn Nelson, Reedie Jacobs, Pat Sorenson, John & Carol Jacobs, Bill & Ann Satre, Julie Gilbertson, Sharon Wakefield, Ken Joachim given by Gen Montei, Mission Circle #12 Jo Johnson and family, Ila Breck, Randy & Sherry Schott, Marian Dahl LaMar Johnson given by Mark & Judy Langrud Harry Kelly who passed away 20 years ago June 21, Grace Varland given by Marge & Joe LaFrance Norine Jensen given by Marge & Joe LaFrance 2000 given by Ione Kelly Lee Kvam given by Bonnie Trampel, William & Carol Susie Wallin given by friends and family of Susie Wallin, Arlo & Julie Wallin, Jan Flatness Loberg, Sara Belbeck Cousin Wallace Winden given by Gen Montei Carlyle (Callie) Lageson given by Hildy Vallevand, Sandi Weitzel given by Bev Nelson Sharon & Jim Johnson, Omer & Linda Emstad, Joyce Halvorson, Bev Grotsun, Dave & Bethlyn Breamer, In Honor Of : Arlis Smith, Bonnie Schneider, Dwaine & Mavis Abbe, Dave & Sue Olson given by Don & Sharon Jan Flatness, Stanley & Alice Jensen, Jan & Vern Neubauer Barlow, Grace Belsaas, Ione Kelly, Mary Stapelton, All the people that help with Peace & Power Del & Carol Nystedt, Brenda & Merlyn Johnson, Selma given by A friend in Christ Helen Lovik Engebretson, Marilyn Smith, Dan & Linda Altumatt, Donna Ludtke, Norris Lovik, Virgil & Arlene Thofson, Gifts Given by: Mary Ann & Don Petran, Mark & Sue Zrust, Clyde & Buddy Bonfy & family, Clarence Baalson, Robert & LaVonne Lundholm, Donna Hedman, Bonnie Trampel, Phyllis Penhciter, Carolyn Flesche, Jane Morley, Fern Marian Ahnemann, David & Beth Breamer, Jay Ernest, Urbatsch, Bear Lake Lutheran Church, Albert Lea, Georgia & Mike Kalis, Shirley Hammer, Pam Stern, MN, Marge Moine, Janet Griebenow, Elizabeth Dale & Stacie Stensrud, Pat Goodrich, Vi Kalis, Jan & Knudson, Leona Howe, Harvey & Carol Fossum, Paul Overgaard, Gen Montei, Audrey Christensen, Donna Erdman, Harriet Wangen, Darlene Anderson, Mavis Abbe, Alice Jensen, Jan Flatness, Grace Belsaas, Patricia Tallman, David & Karen Gray, Deacon Roger Rebelein Douglas Spiotta, The Cottages, Stewartville, MN, Burnertt Loge given by Bev Grotsun Roger & Corinne Shick, Leone Svelmoe, Marvin & Darlene Lutter sister of Don Boom given by Barb & Donna Helgeson, Carlene Tesch, Gwynne Scheel, John Cliff, Judy Folven Marjorie Baier, Kathe Grodhaus, Carlyn Schriver, Sam & Bertha Oftedahl and their daughter Lorraine David & Paulette Paulson, Seymour & Darlene given by Larry D. Sarver and Debbie Hamberg Ferley, Friends and family PEACE & POWER FUND

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MEMORIALS, HONORS & SPECIAL GIFTS (CONT) ALTAR GUILD

BILL HAMMER SCHOLARSHIP

Connie Peterson given by Donna Henrikson

Maggie Boe given by Barb & John Cliff

In Memory Of:

FIRST LUTHERAN

In Memory Of:

In Memory Of:

HAPPINESSS IS A BLANKET

In Memory Of:

Carlyle Lageson given by Cheri Petersen, Al & Tep John & Jenny Edwin's nephew given by Pam Stern Christensen, Inge Rhiger, Jamie & Nancy Kyllo, Bill Wayne Hanson given by Pam Stern Carlyle Lageson given by Pam Stern & Gwen Groskurth, Jay & Mickey Vollum Jim (Jane) Loge’s mother Burnett Loge given by Pam FOOD FOR SCHOOL BACKPACKS Stern PROGRAM FUND Warren Van Riper given by Pam Stern

In Memory Of:

Burnett Loge given by Avis Holmes Steve Brownlow given by Debra Hanson

Gifts Given by: Ray Isaacson

GENERAL FUND

In Memory Of:

Carlyle Lageson given by Jay & Mickey Vollum Bob Barness given by Rotary Club of Prior Lake, Prior Lake MN Connie J. Peterson given by Norman Peterson

Gifts Given by:

Don & Rose Ella Subbert, Fred Fiebelkorn, Doug & Joanne Chaffee, Dorothy Baumgartner, Mary Ann Bartz, Phyllis Solberg, Norbert Harshbarger, Gloria Fay, John Crawford, Karen Broitman, Jean Sheets, JoAnn Thoe, Dorothy Lassig, Agnes Tiede, Arlene Engh, Sue Nielsen, Gordon & Martha Lewis, David & Patricia Kline

MUSIC FUND

In Memory Of:

Dar Claussen, Bonnie Bakkens father given by Fritz & Cheryl Moran SANCTUARY LIGHTING FUND

In Memory Of:

Wayne Hanson given by Tom & Judy Mullen Ken Joachim given by Tom & Judy Mullen Carlyle Lageson given by Norman & Joyce Fredin, Tom & Judy Mullen STAINED GLASS WINDOW FUND

In Memory Of:

Carlyle Lageson given by Deloris Fligge

In Honor Of :

Our son Matthew Roell’s Birthday on June 13 given

by Jim & Sheila Hansen

HAVE YOU INCLUDED FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH IN YOUR WILL? Over the years, those First Lutheran Church members who have conscientiously included First Lutheran Church congregation in their estate planning have enabled some very important and powerful ministry to happen here. Please consider including First Lutheran Church, which has served you these many years, in your estate planning. You will enable this congregation to serve many, many more people in years and generations to come. 

FLC Prayer Ministry Want prayer for yourself or others?

Call Jo, 763-257-9018 or Julia, 373-9594.

Prayers are kept confidential among prayer chain members.

Pastoral Records: Baptisms, Weddings, Deaths, Funerals, Memorial Services Funerals: Warren Van Riper, May 29, 2020 Lee Kvam, June 10, 2020 Harold Runden, June 12, 2020 11

Safety is our main priority and at this time we feel it is safest to continue to worship online and on peace and power through the month of July.

We will continue to update you in the coming weeks.

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