Sharing Our Story—Building Our Future

Remembering and celebrating Alleluia’s 25-year history is an opportunity to give thanks for God’s love, what God has done for us, and what God will continue to do through the people and ministry of Alleluia.

Sharing Our Story

We can share our stories by remembering meaningful times, mission activities, and friendships that have become part of who we are and make Alleluia feel like home.

We can celebrate how ideas became ministries when we see Alleluia’s mission in action and its impact grow beyond our walls.

And while we celebrate the faith, service, and generosity of Alleluia’s people, we can imagine what we will build together in the years to come.

Building Our Future

As we have experienced God’s love in many ways, we look ahead to building our future within the community. What social and ministry opportunities will grow? How will we serve? And how will we embody God’s love that brings new life?

As part of our 25th anniversary, there will be a special giving opportunity with a beginning goal of $25,000. The stewardship team is asking you to help strengthen our commitment to the ministry and mission to which God has called us.

These financial gifts will:

·        Welcome and grow our membership by having a new and more visible sign

at the entrance to the property.

·        Strengthen Alleluia’s serving ministry to the community.

·        Purchase needed equipment and help reduce Alleluia’s debt.

Join me and plan what an exciting financial gift would be for you to give to strengthen Alleluia’s ministry. Thank you for being part of Alleluia and all you do to share God’s love.

Susan Niemi (member of the stewardship team)

Worship with us at 10:00 AM on Sundays (or watch live on Facebook or on YouTube).

AFFIRMATION OF BAPTISM



9th graders please sign up by October 1 here -

There will be a rehearsal of the service and pictures on Wednesday, October 21. Affirmation of Baptism service will be on Sunday, October 25 at 10:00 AM.

Contact Brooke Wilson with any questions

Our new Bible Study is called "In the Beginning...". Tracing the Word from Creation to the Cross. We will be continuing Thursdays at 10:00 AM.

Whether you are a lifelong herbivore or just curious about plant-based eating, all are welcome to our new monthly get-together every fourth Tuesday of the month (Sept. through May). "Veg Out Tuesdays" potluck will start on September 22 at 6:00 PM at Alleluia. Bring your favorite meat-free dish to share, swap recipes, and enjoy a relaxed evening of fellowship and fun with your church family. We cannot wait to see what delicious creations you bring to the table! Contact Lori DeRoo with questions!

The quilters will meet on the second and fourth Thursdays of every month, starting September 24. No experience is required. We look forward to creating beautiful quilts and community together! Questions? Contact Marlys Ebersviller

All are welcome to our fall kick off Book Discussion

Our fall book we will be discussing is The Latehomecomer: A Hmong Family Memoir by Kao Kalia Yang. Yang's award-winning memoir of her family's harrowing escape from war in Laos is a love letter to her grandmother; a troubling portrait of the consequences of U.S. intervention in Southeast Asia; and a glimpse into the little-seen exodus of the Hmong people, first to refugee camps in Thailand and then, for many, to new homes in Minnesota. Join us on Thursday October 22 at 6:30 PM.

Contact Lori DeRoo with questions.

Women's Holy Hygge Retreat at Faith Haven Camp in Battle Lake, MN on November 6-8, 2026



Sign up by October 20!

Help us create a warm, welcoming environment every Sunday morning!

Every Meal

Fri Sep 25, 2026 – Wed Dec 23, 2026

Thank you for volunteering to help distribute weekend meal kits to students at Fieldstone Elementary School. If you are a new volunteer or have any questions, contact Lori DeRoo.

Answer the Call: Join Alleluia's 2027 Mission Trip to Belize!

Alleluia has been invited to partner with Grace Lutheran Church in Andover for an exciting mission trip to Belize through Bold Hope! The trip will take place the week of February 15–22, 2027. Want to learn more? Please reach out to Carol Bauer or Marni Severson.

Don't wait — the sign-up deadline for this incredible trip is September 18!

Oktoberfest is on the calendar for Saturday, October 10, from 5:00-9:00 PM! This week’s German word is Tanzen, which means “To Dance” We will have live music from a great band, so come ready to enjoy the music and maybe even dance the night away. As a fun thank-you, those who sign up to volunteer or donate items will be entered to win a Bier Stein. Thank you for helping make this event possible!

Help will be needed with food, games, set-up, clean-up, hospitality, and more. Use the links below!

All are invited for a journey through history on

Sunday October 11 @ 6:00 PM at Alleluia

Who Was Here? Indigenous History Along the Crow River

What do we know about the people who lived along the Crow River before towns such as St. Michael, Rockford, Otsego, and Hanover appeared on the map?

Join local historian and educator Perry Buffie for a journey into the Indigenous history of the land beneath our feet.

Back to School Resources.

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FINANCES

January thru July Giving and Expenses Update

Actual Member Offering through July: $217,588

Budgeted Member Offering Through July: $238,561

Offering Shortage of $20,973 (year to date)

Actual Income through July (includes designated funds, interest, SDA Church Rental): $270,551

Budgeted Income through July: $261,986

Designated funds, non-cash gifts, and other gifts have been higher than budgeted which has been a blessing.

Actual Expenses through July: $265,349

Budgeted Expenses through July: $266,638

Overall, through the end of July, we have a positive net income of $5,202.  

Thank you for continuing your support of the ministries here at Alleluia! We can't do it without you.  

If you have any questions about the budget or actual expenses, please contact Sue Schleif, Alleluia's treasurer.

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