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Bread of Life
August 2026
"Slice of Bread"
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A Message from The Pastor's Desk……
Dear friends in Christ,
I shared this in worship, but I feel like I might as well share it once again. Last week during a weekday I went into the sanctuary to have a look at our volunteer sign up for serving at the Welcome Table for July. As I looked at the sheet on the clipboard I saw that it was completely full with a variety of names ready to serve. It was a moment of thanksgiving for me. I honestly paused for a moment and said “thank you God” as I stopped to appreciate not only those signed up for that particular date but for all who are a part of our church that continue to show up in faith day in and day out.
Many of you know the story of how we as a church got involved with the free Saturday meal at the Welcome Table. We had been serving an occasional meal for the Project Bee shelter and when that stopped the Welcome Table emerged. Since we had been serving that meal we were then invited to serve once a month at the Welcome Table (a free, weekly Saturday meal served at the site of the Lord’s Cupboard Food Pantry, 10:30am, 1901 S Broadway, Ste 2).
Again, this is just one example of the countless ways that our church continues to show up in faith, living into our life together as a church, as we seek to welcome, deepen and serve in faith.
The gospel we will read on the first weekend of August is from Matthew 14:13-21. In the story Jesus withdraws to a deserted place all by himself as he grieves the death of his cousin John. The crowds learn where Jesus is and they follow him there. Upon seeing the crowd we are told that Jesus “had compassion for them and cured their sick” (Matt 13:14). After this Jesus miraculously feeds the 5000.
There are no 5000 fed and there are no sick cured if it had not been for compassion in the heart of Jesus. Following Jesus starts with compassion in our hearts and then flows into some pretty awesome things. I give thanks for the work of Christ among us and all the ways the Spirit continues to fan the flame of the love of God in our hearts.
God’s grace and peace,
Pr. Patrick
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Note From the Council President:
Greetings from the Bread of Life Church Council!
How is it August already? Even though summer is winding down, God’s gentle grace stays with us every day.
Please join us for a church and neighborhood cookout at the church pavilion on Tuesday, August 11 from 5:30-7:30pm. Hamburgers, hot dogs, and ice cream will be served. All are welcome!
As has been done for many years, all Bread of Life Ministry Teams get together in August for an evening of fellowship and planning for the upcoming year. The date for this year is August 18 from 5:30-6:30pm. As a reminder, we have the following ministry teams in service at Bread of Life:
- Community Outreach
- Congregational Life
- Faith Formation
- Property
- Stewardship
- Worship & Music
If you have any interest in joining one of the Ministry Teams, please reach out to Pastor Patrick, Pastor Tammy, or me for more information. Serving on a Ministry Team is a great way to learn more about our church and get to know more church members.
With the start of school fast approaching, we offer prayers and support to students, teachers, administrators, and all school staff for a successful return to school. Registration is now open for Wednesday Faith Nights and Sunday Faith Mornings at Bread of Life for youth in preschool - Grade 12. Wednesday Faith Nights begin on September 16 and Sunday Faith Mornings on September 20.
May God’s love refresh your spirit before the busy autumn season begins.
Tracey Lawson
Council President
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August Loose Change offerings:
August Loose Change will benefit The Sanctuary Sober Living, Minot - The Sanctuary's mission is to provide the greatest opportunity for individuals and families suffering from alcohol and drug addiction discover a new way of life by embracing a 12 step, spiritually-based solution. This is achieved by offering a safe, supportive, highly structured and accountable, sober living environment.
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Deepen your faith by joining us for Bible Study
Every Tuesday at noon (All are welcome)
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BOL Women:
BOL Women's August Meeting is August 17th at 6:30, all women are welcome. We will start getting ready for our Fall Vendor Show to be held on November 14th.
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Thank You!!!
Thank you to all who have helped throughout the summer with the Welcome Table!! If you haven't volunteered please consider signing up and give it a try, it is a great way to get to know members of our congregation better, and help prepare and serve a meal to our community in need. All sign up sheets for the remainder of the year are on the table in back of sanctuary.
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2026-27 Wednesday Faith Nights and Sunday Faith Mornings Kids and Youth Registration
Wednesdays - Church School (preschool through 5th grade), Confirmation (6th through 10th grade), High School Helpers/Leaders (11th & 12th grade)
Sundays - Sunday School (preschool through 5th grade), High School Helpers/Leaders (11th & 12th grade)
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Upcoming Fellowship:
Come and have a meal, and fellowship with your Bread of Life friends.
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August 1st at Denny’s at 830am
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August 8th at Mi Mexico at 630pm
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September 5th at Perkins at 830am
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September 19th at Applebees at 630pm
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Re-entry and Connection meal with the F5 Project Volunteers –
Monday August 3rd at 6:30pm
Our next meal will take place on Monday August 3rd from 6:30-8pm. A sign up can be found on the back table in the sanctuary.
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Mark Your Calenders: Bread of Life serves LCM Soup-To Go at MSU on Tuesday, September 15th. We will need 6 volunteers from 10-1 to help prepare, serve, and clean up. Look for a sign up sheet coming soon.
| | Blood Drive: Bread of Life will host a blood drive in Grace Hall from 4-7pm on September 17th. Look for a sign up or contact Pastor Tammy for more information. | | |
Lutheran World Relief School Kits
The Outreach Committee will collect school supplies to assemble school kits for Lutheran World Relief.
Our goal is to put together 80 kits.
Watch your favorite shopping place the months of July/August as they start advertising Back to School supplies.
To prevent from getting too many of each item we would like you to check out the sign up sheets in the narthex and sign up for the items you would like to donate.
If you have any questions, please contact Peggy Quinlen.
Items needed to make the 80 school kits goal:
260 – 70- sheet notebooks of WIDE or COLLEGE ruled paper
80 - pencil sharpeners
70 - BLUNT scissors
386 - UNSHARPENED #2 pencils with erasers
400 - Black or Blue ballpoint pens NO GEL INK
80 - Box of 16 or 24 crayons
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Calendar of events and building use:
You can find the church calendar of events and building use by clicking the link below:
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Prairie Faith Devotions
Check out Prairie Faith Devotions, found on Facebook. Just click the link. Each weekday, a pastor or deacon from the Western North Dakota Synod shares a short devotion. You are invited to add this devotion to your faith practices.
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Offering Information:
Text to give “bolminot” to 77977
or click on the give tab in the link below.
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Given By:
Dennis & MaryAnn Rowe
Dennis & MaryAnn Rowe
Dennis & MaryAnn Rowe
Dennis & MaryAnn Rowe
JoyLea Knutson
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In Memory Of:
Joyce Struckness
Sherman Pladsen
Terry Jevine
Nicky Bickler
Jeanette Mapes
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August Birthdays
1 Kaleb Eggen, August Estenson,
Reed Jensen, William Kesler
2 Brenda Lemere
3 Nathan Schrum
4 Frankie Burgard, Renae Henderson
5 Rodney Godejohn, Kathy Sveet
7 Samantha Redding
8 Joshua Melom
9 Wade Grondahl, Phillip Weed
10 Eric Berg, Renee Harju, Kathy Mosher
11 Jane Shea
12 Julia Ellis, Silvia Fugate, Tammy Hamm,
Anthony Hardel, Michelle Schoenberg
13 Aiden Dittus, Ada Olson
14 Lori Francis
15 Courtney Bartuska, Emily Brown,
Marissa Graczyk, Denise Lindbo
16 Dale Ellis, Carmen Fricke, Max Lambrecht,
Cameron Stone
17 Joshua Anderson
18 Faith Riemer
19 RaeLynn Mapes, Danika Neshem
20 James Hamilton
21 Betty Lindsey
22 Jerry Gooch
23 Wanda Aanderud, Evan Bonsness
24 Deanna Engstrom, Trevor Reiter
25 Michael Bartuska, Nathan Morey
26 Amanda Anderson, Marcus Brackel
27 Angie Hanson
28 Myron Lahti, Deanne Luvaas, Lisa Roteliuk 29 Landin Bonsness, Casey Olson,
Alex Schoenberg-Carton
30 Robert Shea
31 Ada Brown
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August Baptism Anniversaries
1 Trampes Brown, Rebecca Hanson
2 Diane Kersten, Tana Reuer
3 Kendra Bercier, Alexys Grosz,
Jaydon Grosz
4 Joshua Kesler, Tabitha Wilber
5 Oliver Estensonm Daniel Reiter
6 Amelia Bye, Erin Loucks, Jared Loucks,
Ashten Warman
7 Marian Crawford, Michaela Huber,
Adam Melom
9 Aaron Gilbertson
10 Kelsey Fagerland
12 Anthony Hardel
13 Dominic Mapes
16 Jay Kersten
17 Taryn Warman
18 Jessica Ehli, Laura Reuer
19 Sandra Bostow, Andrew Gilbertson
20 Curtis Hill, Cory Huber, Maxwell Kissner
21 Dena Dopp, Tom Henderson
22 Ethan Mathews
23 Kasidi Scott
25 Michael Fugate, Cathy Henderson
26 Justin Anderson, Marissa Graczyk,
Valerie Smith
28 Emily Brown, Clarashea Roos
29 Steve McCarty
30 Logen McNally
August Wedding Anniversaries
1 Kaela & Ryan English
3 Clint & Amanda Kreutzbender
5 Bob & Heather Mathews
6 Michael & Erin Guritz
Troy & Carlene Huber
7 Blake & Kasie Vetter
9 Jeffrey & Eileen Holm
15 Eugene & Dawn Evenson
16 Jo & Denny Thompson
18 Amy & Nathan Austin
20 Shannon & Angie Hanson
24 Brady & Donell Kjos
27 Tyler & Mary Mickelson
31 Michael & Carla Bartuska
Jared & Dayna Estenson
Michael & Michelle Lauckner
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Please remember in your prayers…
Kacie Bauer; Gary Dorval, friend of Maxine Juelich; Alex Schoenberg-Carton; Donna, sister in law of Sandy Gilbertson; Robert Eisenzimmer, cousin of Wanda Aanderud; Eli, friend of Wanda Olson; Kitty Olson; Marj Eisenzimmer, friend of Judy Mock; Joyce Mills-Peterson; Elizabeth, mother of Sylvia Fugate; Victoria, granddaughter of Andy Radford; Chad Sherven, son of Colleen Sherven; Penny K Benning, niece of Sandy Gilbertson; Julie, daughter of Shirley Quigley; Jeannie Jackson, mother of Amanda Kreutzbender; Jon Nissen; Gayle, sister of Maxine Juelich; Nicole Mobley, niece of Dale & Dolly Ellis;
Edgewood Vista: Bev Larson; MapleView Memory Care: Bev Helstedt, Janice Hewitt; Garrison: Marvel Bakken; Lila Striefel; Missouri Slope: Alie Conger; At Home: Marian Crawford
Douglas Trinity Lutheran, Remember in your prayers
Health concerns: Kacie Bauer, Myrna Ness, Dan Ness, DeAnne Finken, Michael Kolden, Lorraine Nelson, Sherie Heine, Jeff Krueger, Phyllis Narum, Gregory Nelson, Lyn Koppinger, Kent Kolden, and Karla Hankel
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Bread of Life Staff
Patrick Torbit - Pastor
Tammy Hamm - Pastor
Hiedi Spang - Office Administrator
Emily Brown - Sunday School Coordinator
Jeannine Schrum - Wednesday Church School Coordinator
RaeLynn Mapes - Music Coordinator
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