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Worship Service
9:30am
YouTube Livestream at 9:30am
| | See the Sunday morning Crosswinds to watch the YouTube Livestream this week. | | |
Church Membership Directory
The directories have been printed and are available for pick up starting this Sunday, May 31st. They are temporarily located on the round table in the Narthex. After Sunday, they can be picked up in the church office.
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“Pastor on Deck” Meetings Update
Thank you to the eight families who quickly volunteered to host our "Pastor on Deck" meetings in their home or at church in June and July. Your response is greatly appreciated!
This Sunday, May 31st, the complete schedule of dates, times, and locations will be available. Please visit the the Welcome Center after service to sign up and join these important conversations.
All sign up sheets are specific to dates and times so read them carefully and only sign up for one date.
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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.
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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.
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Kitchen Etiquette Reminder
If you have a meeting or you’re in a small group and you use cups, glasses, plates, etc., please clean up after your event. Wash your dishes and put them away, do not leave them in the dish rack. If using the counter or the islands, make sure you wipe off those as well.
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Free Concert this Sunday, May 31st
The Hopkins Westwind Concert Band invites you to join us for an afternoon of “Musical Conversations” this Sunday from 3pm-4pm. This very special program will feature Hopkins Mayor Patrick Hanlon as the narrator for Aaron Copland’s Lincoln Portrait, a moving and timeless reminder of what our democracy stands for. Leonard Bernstein’s popular and energetic Overture to Candide and works by three contemporary composers will round out our thought-provoking musical conversation. No reservations are needed. Please arrive early for the best seating.
Location: Hopkins Center for the Arts, 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN 55343
Hopkins, MN 55343
| | Graduation Sunday is June 7th and we're celebrating graduates in worship. Grads do not need to be present but we would love to see them. Something that represents the school mascot or school colors is always a great idea but there’s no need for anything special. | | |
Ava Mundt
Ava, granddaughter of Jim & Jackie Madison, graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with honors in Legal Studies and Psychology along with certificates in Criminal Justice & Gender and Women’s Studies. She'll take a gap year before attending law school.
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Tristan Farrey
Tristan, son of Chandra and Darin Farrey, graduated from Wayzata High School. He plans to attend the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities in the fall, majoring in Chemical Engineering.
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Riana Bjornlund
Riana, granddaughter of Bob & Nancy Bjornlund, graduated from
Paladin Career and Technical High School in Coon Rapids. She plans to attend Minneapolis Community and Technical College in the criminal justice field.
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Dr. Carolynn Tiede
Carolynn is the youngest daughter of Pastors Connie and Mark Tiede. She graduated from The College of Saint Scholastica with a doctorate in Physical Therapy. She hopes to take some time off to rest and then launch her career somewhere in the Twin Cities.
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Vera Boyd
Vera, daughter of Eric & Krista Boyd, graduated from West Middle School and is going to Wayzata High School next year.
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Madeleine Seel
Madeleine, daughter of Holly Bayer, graduated from the University of Minnesota-Duluth. She completed a double major in K-6 Elementary Education and Special Education
K-12.
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Scott Peterson, son of Michael & Sheri Peterson, along with his dad Michael, both graduated from Metropolitan State University-St. Paul with MBAs. They completed their degrees together. Scott is furthering his career as an accountant with St. Louis Park Public Schools and Mike is planning to continue substitute teaching with Robbinsdale area schools next year.
Their other son Jeff Peterson, graduated from Waldorf University-Forest City, IA with a M. Ed. in Educational Leadership. Jeff is continuing his career as a Physical Education teacher with Robbinsdale area schools.
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OWLs (Older Wiser Lutherans) Event
Our upcoming event on Tuesday, June 9th will feature Musical Ventriloquist Rev. Kevin Doely. This is a special “Laugh for Life” show with heart-warming routines that are full of laughs, comedy, and stories along with special guests Johnny Cash and Elvis! Come join in the laughs with Kevin and his life like figures and puppets!
At 12:30pm we will have a light lunch and showtime begins at 1pm. You can sign up at the Welcome Center
The deadline to sign up has been changed to Thursday, June 4th so we have more time to plan for food.
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Volunteers Still Needed to Represent St. Barnabas at the Golden Valley Pride Festival, Brookfield Park, Golden Valley
St. Barnabas will again be hosting a booth at this year’s Golden Valley Pride Festival on Saturday, June 13th from 12pm-6pm. We need more volunteers to represent St. Barnabas. Join us for this fun, family-friendly event and help make “All are Welcome” a reality close to home. You can sign up at the Welcome Center for one of our volunteer shifts.
Available shifts (we would like to have 5-6 names for each shift:
10:30 – 1:00 (includes set up)
12:30 – 3:00
02:30 – 5:00
04:30 – 7:00 (includes take down)
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Location: St. Barnabas Lutheran Church
Date: Tuesday, June 16th
Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Admission: Free
The Plymouth Concert Band proudly presents “Celebrating 250” during our summer concert series.
We rejoice in the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America by
performing music commemorating our shared heritage and love of
country. Selections will include America the Beautiful, Let Freedom Ring, Armed Forces Salute, Semper Fidelis and the Star-Spangled Banner. We will also feature music by George Gershwin, Henry Fillmore and Karl L. King.
Please join us for an invigorating celebration of our great nation.
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May "Gift of Love"
Luther Park
Luther Park is a summer camp and year-round retreat and meeting facility located in Danbury, Wisconsin. Its people and programs assist congregations and groups in gathering around the Word for renewal and refreshment. People who come to Luther Park live together in small groups, participate in worship and learn activities as well as learn relationship building and have recreational opportunities. Each person is challenged and given the opportunity to speak out, take part in leadership, to experience spiritual growth, to develop outdoor skills and to grow socially.
| | May Happenings at St. Barnabas | | |
May 09 ~ Graduation Party
May 16 ~ Light of Christ Church Banquet
May 17 ~ Piano Recital (1pm)
May 17 ~ Piano Recital (6pm)
May 17 ~ Piano Recital (6:30pm)
May 18 ~ WOW Quilt Guild
May 30 ~ Baby Shower
May 30 ~ Summer Music Recital
May 30 ~ Graduation Party
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The IOCP tent sale has one-of-a-kind items and great prices. 100% of Resale Select’s net proceeds support IOCP services and programs. Items sold come from our generous donors…come early for the best selection.
Friday, May 29th
10am – 5pm: Resale Select & Resale2 open – 20% off in-store sale
12pm – 3pm: Tent Sale ~ $5.00 Early Bird Admission on Friday
Early Bird Admission tickets on sale in the store now!
Saturday, May 30th
9am – 3pm: Tent Sale, open to the public, no admission fee on Saturday
9am – 5pm: Resale Select & Resale2 open – 20% off in-store sale
Sunday, May 31st
11am – 3pm: Tent Sale, clearance, up to 50% off tent sale items
11am – 3pm: Resale Select & Resale2 open – 20% off in-store sale
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Donation Station (Updated 5/28/26)
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
- Tuna (cans)
- Brand Name Box Cereals
- Pasta Sauce (jars)
- Sliced Pineapple (cans)
- Cat Food (wet or dry)
- Cat Litter
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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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In the last couple of weeks, these 2 Crane Colts along with their parents have been spotted several times in the backyard of St. Barnabas.
Photo Credit, Brenda Ericson
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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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