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by Bev Mello (bevm@lordoflife.org)
Need inspiration in Minnesota’s generally dreary month of February? You got it! In 2003, Inspired Images began a stamping and scrapbooking ministry with its mission “to use God-given talents in service and support of Lord of Life acknowledging the concerns and joys of others, while building relationships for the glory of God.” Although the pandemic has curtailed monthly gatherings and retreats, Inspired Images has kept their focus. Coleaders Lynn Anderson and Lisa Gedker share, “In spite of not physically being able to gather, we’ve continued supporting various ministries at Lord of Life. For instance, if you’ve been confirmed or have a confirmand in your family—we created all of the cards signed by pastors. We’ve also had projects for veterans with Military Family Support Ministry, the Older Wiser Lutherans, worship teams, and more. The Holy Spirit is among us for inspiration and especially within the relationships we’ve maintained. We learn from, and are inspired by, each other then creativity flourishes!” From a retreat prepandemic, here is the intergenerational Inspired Images group after a rousing white elephant dice game. For more information and submitting a project request for Lord of Life ministries, visit lordoflife.org/inspiredimages.
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