July 31, 2026

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Sunday, August 2, 2026

Worship Service 

9:30am

YouTube Livestream at 9:30am

See the Sunday morning Worship Materials to watch the YouTube Livestream this week.

Church News

Guest Preacher this Sunday

We are excited to welcome Rev. Daniel Ruth, Executive Director of Lutheran Partners in Global Ministry (LPGM), an independent, pan-Lutheran nonprofit organization that provides access to quality education for people at the margins—especially women and girls.

Dan is passionate about helping people see where God is at work in the world. To learn more about LPGM and how you can walk beside your global neighbors, visit www.lutheranpartners.org.

Funeral for Anne Weir

Anne's funeral is here at St. Barnabas today, July 31st at 11am (visitation at 10am), followed by a luncheon.

To watch the YouTube funeral livestream - Click Here

To view Anne's obituary - Click Here

Dear St. Barnabas Family,

As the Church Council and I continue to listen to you, it is clear that our congregation thrives when we connect across all ages, sharing our faith, wisdom, and life experiences together. To be intentional in deepening these connections, the Church Council has authorized us to open a search for a Leader for Cross+Generational Ministries.

This role will focus on creating meaningful spaces where children, youth, adults, and seniors can worship, learn, serve, and build relationships alongside one another. The person in this position will also be an active part of Sunday mornings and worship life. We are seeking a candidate with 5–10 years of experience, a deep love for the Lutheran Christian tradition, and a passion for building vibrant, multi-generational communities.

The job description and application details will soon be available on our website or through the church office.

Please join us in prayer for this search process, asking for God’s guidance and wisdom as we seek the leader called to join our ministry team.

Blessings,

Pastor Mark

Hospital Visitation

If you or someone you know will be hospitalized and would like a visit from our pastor, please reach out to the church office or directly to Pastor Mark. HIPAA confidentiality laws prohibit hospitals from sharing patient information.

The Prayer Chain

If you would like to participate in praying for our members and friends, please talk with Pastor Mark. If you would like to request prayer from our Prayer Chain, contact Brenda in the church office or talk with Pastor Mark. Please indicate if you would like your prayer request to be shared with the congregation, or if it is confidential. 

Prayer Shawls

Prayer Shawls are made with prayers woven into each one. They are a tangible way to help people feel the prayers of the congregation and to experience God in a warm and loving way. If you would like to have (or share) a prayer shawl, they are located on the lowest shelf of the Donation Station in the Narthex or reach out to Bonnie Welshons.

Other News & Church Activities

Staff Out of Office

Karl Smith is on vacation and will

return to work on August 10th.

St. Barnabas Book Club

This Small Group generally meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 2pm in the Conference Room to discuss a novel. Starting in August, the group will return to the custom of meeting in members' homes, so they are able to have a more relaxed homey setting. Anyone is welcome to join.

Selections for August-December 2026

Month/Date      Book Title Author

August 20th      The Women Behind the Door Roody Doyle

September 17th     Theo of Golden Allen Levi

October 15th      The Satisfaction Café Kathy Wang

November 19th      Firekeeper’s Daughter Angeline Boutley

December 17th      The Remembered Soldier Anjet Daanje

Note: The August meeting will be at Laurie Sanderson's home at 2pm. 

Gift of Love

August "Gift of Love"

Lutheran Campus Ministry

Lutheran Campus Ministry-Twin Cities is a Christian community by students, for students. They are rooted in Word and Sacrament, and lifts up the gifts of our ever changing young adult community.

LCM-TC welcomes, gathers, equips, and sends students, trusting that through these young adults, the Spirit is active in transforming the campus and the world. Grounded in Christ’s love and mercy, they value hospitality, service, justice, integrity and curiosity.

August Happenings at St. Barnabas

August 3-28 ~ Chinese Summer Camp (Monday-Friday)

August 7 ~ Graduation Party

August 8 ~ Chess Tournament

August 15 ~ Wedding

August 20 ~ Dance Fundraiser

August 24 ~ WOW Quilt Guild

August Birthdays

Community Happenings

Donations Needed

Donation Station (Updated 7/13/26)

Here is what we're currently collecting at our Donation Station in the Narthex.

IOCP's Most Needed Items

• Bottled Water
• Branded Boxed Cereal
• Sardines
• Grape Jelly
• Spaghetti Sauce (Jars)
• Paper Grocery Bags

Place your donated items in the marked bins at the Donation Station located in the Narthex.

Summer Food Drive for IOCP

Thank you to everyone that donated.

We will announce the final total amount collected next week.

Photos of the Week

Resources & Links

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!

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.

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

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.