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Worship Services
8:30am & 10:30am
YouTube Livestream at 10:30am
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Welcome to Pastor Mark Tiede!
On March 1st the congregation voted to extend a Letter of Call to the Rev. Mark Tiede to become the next Lead Pastor. Pastor Mark will be ending his ministry at St. John's Lutheran in South Minneapolis in early April and beginning at St. Barnabas at the end of April. Special thanks to our Transition Team, Call Committee and Council for their great work and time over this call process! Stay tuned for details and specific dates in the coming weeks.
Pastor Tom Olson's interim at St. Barnabas will come to an end on Sunday, April 19th. Please join us that Sunday for a time of gratitude, Godspeed and send-off at both services and during coffee time.
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Pause for Lent: Midweek Mindfulness & Prayer
Come take a peaceful pause during this Lenten season. 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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Lenten Worship & Soup Suppers
Soup Suppers begin at 5:15pm every Wednesday during Lent followed by a worship service at 6:30pm.
We still need volunteers after each meal for the last 2 weeks. If you are able, please sign up at the Welcome Center to help clear tables, wash dishes, etc. so that everyone can attend worship.
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Holy Week Worship
~ Palm Sunday, March 29th ~ 8:30am & 10:30am
(Sunday school kids will make palm branches with Val Cook)
~ Maundy Thursday, April 2nd ~ 6:30pm
(with Holy Communion)
~ Good Friday, April 3rd ~ 6:30pm
~ Easter Sunday, April 5th ~ 8:30am & 10:30am
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Easter Flowers
Mums, Lilies and Hydrangeas can be purchased "in honor" of or "in memory" of a loved one for $15.00 each. You can sign up at the Welcome Center.
Place check or cash in the designated "Easter Flowers" envelope and in the "Paid" box on the sign up sheet, write if you paid cash or check.
If using your regular offering envelope, use the designation “flowers”.
Please print clearly your "Loved Ones Names".
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Farewell Bryce
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.
Save the Date: Bryce invites St. Barnabas friends to celebrate his Ordination Service on Saturday, March 28th at Sharon Lutheran Church, Grand Forks ND at 3pm. 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.
| | Other News & Church Activities | | "May your troubles be less and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door" | |
Did you know? To many people’s surprise, St. Patrick was born in Britain, not Ireland. Born in the late 4th century in Roman-controlled Britain (likely modern-day Scotland, Wales, or northern England). At the age of 16 he was captured and brought to Ireland - where he was held captive for six years. It was during this time Patrick turned to prayer.
Legend has it, God’s voice guided Patrick to escape and he walked over 200 miles from County Mayo to the Irish coast. After returning to Britain, Patrick was once again visited by God in a dream. An angel told him to return to Ireland and spread God’s word. Patrick started religious training and studied for 15 years before returning to Ireland.
Due to his six years in Ireland Patrick was familiar with Irish culture and language. Patrick chose to incorporate traditional rituals from Ireland into his lessons, instead of attempting to replace native Irish beliefs. Most Irish people at that time practiced a nature-based religion that centered around a rich tradition of oral legend and myth. Patrick worked with their traditions and culture to tell stories that would connect. One famous example of this is his use of the Shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity.
Patrick died on March 17, 461 A.D.
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Morpheus Benefit this Saturday, March 14th
Pete Moen's daughter Liz (who was raised in the St Barnabas community) has built her career helping the unhoused. She is the point person for this organization, and she does a phenomenal job with silent auction items and special touches to make it a memorable event. Please come to support SMAC (Suburban Metro Area Continuum of Care) and to have a great time!
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Missing Coat
Bonnie Welshons is STILL missing her coat that she wore to church on Sunday, March 1st. It's a black Michael Kors, puffer style, knee length, hooded and there was a pair of black gloves in the pocket. If you took this coat by mistake, please bring it back to church and hang it in the front coat closet.
NOTE: It's possible that it might be a woman that came for the congregation meeting that day. If you know who this might be, please contact her.
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Poverty Simulation at Mount Olivet
On Sunday, March 22, from 12pm - 2:45pm, the Mount Olivet Housing Team, with the MORE Team, is hosting a Poverty Simulation through Urban Ventures.
If you missed our own Global Village experience last year, this might be of interest.
Cost for lunch is $10. You can sign up here.
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Nordic Walking Group is Back!
Nordic walking resumes on Monday, April 6th at 5:00pm. We will begin walking at French Park. Loaner poles are available on a first come first serve basis. If you’re new and would like to join, you can sign up at the Welcome Center or contact Barb Sanders at (763) 559-5990.
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A Special Gift for Bryce
The St. Barnabas Quilters had Bryce pick out a quilt to take home as a remembrance of the time he shared with the group each week.
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Housing Bills Support
Please help us support Beacon by using this link to send an email to the Governor and Legislative Leaders to support Housing bills.
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Seniors and Friends ~ March 10th
This month was centered around St. Patrick's Day. After worship, Don Collier prepared shepherd's pie & raspberry salad for lunch along with cake and ice cream. Our storytelling guest Pati Kachel's theme was "Irish Tales & Other Blarney". She told stories, read poems and sang songs. It was a fun afternoon.
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Lobby Day for Beacon ~ March 11th
Cindy Dogan, Krista Boyd and Julie Hanson attended Lobby Day for Beacon
at the Minnesota State Capital.
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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.
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March 1st ~ Congregational Meeting
March 7th ~ Baptism Celebration (non-member)
March 9th ~ Flute Choir Rehearsal (every Monday through April 13th)
March 10th ~ Seniors & Friends
March 21st ~ Funeral (non-member)
March 23rd ~ WOW Quilt Guild
March 26th ~ Krishna Festival Celebration
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Donation Station (Updated 3/11/26)
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
- Vegetable Oil (24 oz.)
- Sugar (white & brown
- Pasta Sauce (jars)
- Disinfectant Spray
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Paper Grocery Bags
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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