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Worship Services
8:30am & 10:30am
YouTube Livestream at 10:30am
| | See the Sunday morning Crosswinds to watch the YouTube Livestream this week. | | A Special Congregational Meeting will be held this Sunday, March 1st at 9:35 am (after 8:30 am worship service). At this meeting, the St. Barnabas church council and call committee will present information on the candidate they have approved for the position of Lead Pastor. A vote for congregational approval of the candidate will be held at the end of the presentation. | | |
Pause for Lent: Midweek Mindfulness & Prayer
Come take a peaceful pause during this Lenten season. Beginning February 25th, join us each Wednesday at 4:30pm in the Family Resource Center for a simple, guided time of mindfulness and prayer inspired by the weekly Lenten theme. Led by Melissa Weinhandl, this gathering is a chance to slow down, reflect, and reconnect before dinner. No sign-up is needed, just come as you are. All are welcome.
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Celebration of Life for Mary Pestel
Mary's funeral will be here at St. Barnabas today, February 27th at 11am (visitation at 10am), followed by a luncheon.
If you can't make it to the funeral, you can watch the YouTube livestream of the service by clicking here.
Click here to view the funeral bulletin.
Click here to read Mary's obituary.
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Lenten Worship & Soup Suppers
Soup Suppers begin at 5:15pm every Wednesday during Lent followed by a worship service at 6:30pm.
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Save the Date
Celebrate Bryce between services on Sunday, March 22nd. A card basket will be available if you would like to share a personal word of thanks. Bryce also invites St. Barnabas friends to celebrate his Ordination Service on Saturday, March 28th at Sharon Lutheran Church, Grand Forks ND, time TBD, likely mid-afternoon. Thank you for your ministry with us Bryce! God’s richest blessings on your new position as a pastor in Champlin!
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Hospital Visitation
If you or someone you know will be hospitalized and would like a visit from a pastor, please reach out directly to the church office or one of the pastors. HIPAA confidentiality laws prohibit hospitals from sharing patient information.
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The Prayer Chain
If you would like to participate in praying for our members and friends, please talk with Pastor Tom. If you would like to request prayer from our Prayer Chain, contact Brenda in the church office or talk with Pastor Tom or our Pastoral Assistant Bryce. Please indicate if you would like your prayer request to be shared with the congregation, or if it is confidential.
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Seniors and Friends
Join us for our next Seniors and Friends event on Tuesday, March 10th at 11:00am. We will start with a worship service, then share a meal together.
After lunch, stay for a special St. Patrick's Day event presented by Pati Kachel. Pati has been telling stories for 40 years that encourage, delight and inspire. She loves to tell stories about God, His people and His holy word. She incorporates singing, poetry, colorful hats, vintage clothing and small props. You can sign up at the Welcome Center.
The deadline to sign up is March 4th so Don Collier can plan for food.
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Beacon News
Join us for a Beacon Housing Event
Beacon Lobby Day, Wednesday, March 11th
- Meet with your Legislative Rep and Senator
- Promote specific Housing priorities for our state
- Check with Beacon Team about carpooling
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Click here for more info
Your Beacon Leadership Team: Clint Faust, Krista Boyd, Julie Hanson, Cindy Dogan
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March "Gift of Love"
Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners
Interfaith Outreach & Community Partners (IOCP) is a human service nonprofit that strengthens our community by meeting basic needs and equipping individuals and families for ongoing stability. IOCP delivers integrated services that address the basic needs for food, shelter, and clothing, while also connecting individuals and families to strengthening services such as affordable housing, quality childcare, employment. Interfaith lives out the values of collaboration, inclusion, and integrity.
| | March Events at St. Barnabas | | |
March 7th ~ Baptism Celebration
March 10th ~ Seniors & Friends
March 23rd ~ WOW Quilt Guild
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Donation Station (Updated 2/23/26)
Here is what we're currently collecting at our Donation Station in the Narthex.
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Interfaith Outreach and Community Partners
Most Needed Items
Updated: February 23, 2026
- Dates (packaged, not fresh)
- Canned Diced Tomatoes
- Canned Peaches
- Corn Masa Flour (5 lb.)
- Flour (5 lb.)
- Mayonnaise
- Body Wash
- All-Purpose Cleaning Spray
- Dish Soap
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Paper Grocery Bags
- Egg Cartons (one dozen size)
Donation Hours: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 10am – 5pm.
Donations can be dropped off at the east side of their building at
1605 County Road 101 N Plymouth, MN 55447
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Spread the Word!
Have you Liked and Followed our Facebook and Instagram pages? No? Go there right now and do it! (Please.) When you like our pages, they show up for the people you know, and we can extend our reach. Plus, the more you engage (like commenting, liking, and sharing posts), the further the word gets out! It's an easy way to tell everyone you know about St. Barnabas!
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Want something in the E-News?
Do you want your small group information, community activities or church news in the
weekly E-News? Please email your articles to Brenda Ericson with all the details by Wednesday morning of the week you want it shared.
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Church Council Minutes
Copies of the minutes are available in the narthex. They are also located on our website.
If you'd like to be added to the email list, call the church office at 763-553-1239
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Bulletin Delivery
Want a Bulletin Delivered? For those who are not able to access the worship video, some of our BeFrienders will deliver printed copies of the bulletin on Friday's.
If you'd like to have a bulletin delivered, you can call the church office at
763-553-1239.
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