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E Pluribus Unum
Out of Many, One
May 2026
| Every U.S. Passport holder knows the Great Seal of the United States and its familiar wording, E pluribus Unum Out of Many, One. Largely designed by Charles Thomson, then secretary of the Continental Congress, and William Barton, it was first used in 1782, as the seal to authenticate certain documents issued by the federal government. | The number 13 on the seal, referring to the 13 original colonies, is repeated several times on the Great Seal. The bald eagle holding the shield with 13 stripes has its wings outstretched. From the eagle's perspective, it holds a bundle of 13 arrows in its left talon, and an olive branch in its right talon. Although not specified by law, the olive branch is usually depicted with 13 leaves and 13 olives. In its beak, the eagle clutches a scroll with the motto E pluribus unum which is 13 letters. Over its head there appears a cloud of glory with 13 stars on a blue field. The eagle has its head turned towards the olive branch, on its right side, to symbolize a preference for peace over war. | E pluribus Unum has been a motto of the United States since the earliest days of the Republic. The colonist felt it was an important way of showing their common unity. Out of the 13 colonies, came one nation. Interesting, this is also true of America’s confession of faith. Out of 13 different religious traditions came one belief in the separation of faith and power commonly referred to as the separation of church and state. | Throughout the summer, as the US celebrates its 250th anniversary as a nation, we will mark the Sundays with a focus on the religious traditions of each of the 13 colonies. The colonies differed greatly in tolerance and diversity. Some colonies were loyal to the Church of England and believed in taxation for supporting the church, other colonies rejected the church, and sought to find refuge from authority of the organized church. Some colonies welcomed diversity in religious convictions, while others were strictly opposed to it. Surprisingly, the founding fathers found a common support of the separation of church and state E pluribus Unum Out of Many, One. | Join us this summer as we celebrate this 250th anniversary in music, history, art and God’s Word. | Peace, Pastor Arden D. Haug | |  |
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In-Person, Livestream Worship & Sunday School
Sundays—9:30 AM
Coffee Hour—10:30 AM
| Inspired by Christ, living and growing in faith, Lake of the Isles is a loving and open community of worship, witness, & service in God's world | |
Upcoming Events
June 4th—7:00 PM
Women's Bible Study
Christy Room
June 5th—5:00 PM
Women's Book Club
Home of Deb Gilroy
June 6th—9:30 AM
Priscilla Circle
Christy Room
Jun 13th
Our Saviour's Shelter Meal
June 18th—7:00 PM
Council Meeting
Zoom
June 28th—9:30 AM
Swedish Midsommer Day
Sanctuary
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Memories of Sweden & Norway with the Haugs | | | Congratulations to Our Graduating Seniors! | | Nick is graduating from Hopkins High School and will be attending Tulane University in New Orleans. Lenore is graduating from West Lutheran High School in Plymouth and will be attending the University of MN–Rochester for pre-med. Jack is graduating from The Blake School and will be attending Haverford College in Philadelphia where he will study math and physics, as well as play lacrosse. Best wishes to them! | | Children's Ministry Summer 2026 | | |
Luther Park offers the perfect blend of outdoor fun, creativity, community, and growth. Whether you’re splashing on the lake, crafting in arts and crafts, roasting s’mores by the campfire, or playing games on the field, Luther Park is a place for all!
Join us this summer and be part of the fun, the friendships, and the sparkly moments that make Luther Park summer camp the highlight of the year. Visit www.lutherpark.com for more information & registration. Partial scholarships from the LOTI pancake breakfast proceeds are available. Contact the church office for more information.
Pastor Haug will be at camp the week of July 19th!
| | In addition to kid's programming, Luther Park Bible Camp also offers opportunities for families. | | |
Camp Getaway for Families
Fridays—Sundays
Session 1: June 26-28
Session 2: July 10-12
Session 3: July 24-26
Session 4: July 31- August 2
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Grand Camp for Grandparents & Grandchildren
Arrival, Sunday August 2nd
4-5 PM
Departure, Wednesday August 5th
11 AM
| | The most needed items include sugar, salt, cooking oils (16–24 oz containers), canned fruit, canned vegetables, rice, mac n cheese, canned soups, canned chicken/tuna, Ramen (not in cups), toilet paper, soap, shampoo & conditioner. They accept all non-expired shelf stable foods. | | |
All donations make a huge difference. Donations are collected on the wooden cart in Fellowship Hall. Volunteers deliver them to the food shelf on Friday mornings.
joyceuptownfoodshelf.org
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Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church provides a meal on the second Saturday of each month. Our monthly meals are provided by donation. The shelter orders & serves the meal.
Thanks to Jim Olson for May.
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JUN 13
JUL 11
AUG 8
SEP 12
OCT 10
NOV 14
DEC 12
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Kristie Eklund, in memory of Richard Eklund
Laura Nortwen & Kathy Greenbank
MaryBrooke Maher
MaryBrooke Maher
Leslie & Steve Hite
Mary Sabatke, in memory of Bruce Sabatke
Michael & Jana Kavoukjian
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LOTI Summer Pickup Choir
Begins June 7th
8:45 AM
Choir Loft
| | | As in summers past, we will continue vocal music in worship, with our LOTI Summer Pickup Choir. If you would like to sing in the pickup choir, please arrive at 8:45 AM on Sunday mornings in the choir loft for warmup and rehearsal of the piece for that day. Please join us as your schedule allows - all are welcome! | | | | |
Women's Bible Study
Thursday, June 4th
7:00 PM
Christy Room
This is our final gathering before we go on break for the summer. We are continuing our study of Esther: It's Tough Being a Woman! by Beth Moore. Join us!
LOTI Groups
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Women's Book Club
Friday, June 5th
5:00 PM
Home of Deb Gilroy
This is our last gathering before we go on break for the summer. Our book this month is Pope Joan, by Donna Woolfolk Cross. In this international bestseller, Donna Woolfolk Cross brings the Dark Ages to life in all their brutal splendor and shares the dramatic story of a woman whose strength of vision led her to defy the social restrictions of her day.
Join us! Bring a snack to share if you like.
LOTI Groups
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Join us
Saturday, June 6th
9:30 AM
Christy Room
for a time of camaraderie!
There is no membership requirement or time commitment.
Just come to enjoy the fellowship, for a few minutes, or a couple of hours!
(No knitting skills required)
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Swedish Midsommer Day
Sunday, June 28th
9:30 AM
Sanctuary
| | Although midsummer sounds like July or August in the US, it is celebrated in Scandinavia on the weekend closest to June 24th, the feast day of John the Baptist. It is the time when the days are long and the colors of the sea and forest are vibrant. According to scripture, John the Baptist was born six months before Jesus, and just as John said that he would become lesser as Jesus became greater, so the summer days begin to grow shorter; while in winter, at the time of Jesus' birth, the days grow brighter and longer. Traditional fiddlers in costume from the American Swedish Institute Spelmanslag will perform at LOTI for our 9:30 Worship Service on June 28th. They will perform traditional fiddle tunes and accompany the congregation in singing favorite Swedish hymns, including Children of the Heavenly Father and How Great Thou Art. | | |
All are welcome to join!
We meet on Mondays at 7:00 PM via Zoom.
Janna Haug, Debra Gilroy, Linda Nelson, Diane Stensrud & Carolyn Hagford
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All are welcome to come and join our Wednesday morning Bible study!
Pastor Haug leads the morning Bible study group in the Christy Room & via Zoom on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM.
| | To view, go to our YouTube channel, or to find the livestream link & worship service bulletin go to loti.org. | | | Coffee Hour is hosted in Fellowship Hall each Sunday following worship. | | |
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June
Cleo Jules Duff
Lisa Mittelsteadt
Theo Stadem-Ward
Collins Christy
Arlo Frahm
Mark Duff
Alexei Haug
Mark Hering
Tedi O’Brien
Lois Quam
Christopher Elias
Lois Quam
Jonathan Sprain
Bowen Chambers
Stephanie Amann
Alexander Skold
Walter Rizzotto
Lynn Wehrman
Andrea Christy
Ryan Hoel
Lily Morell
Treia Morell
Susan Melbye
Blakely Gruys
Reagan Gusman
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July
Susan Einess
Matthew Messerli
Marnie Huntley
Michelle Reisberg
Nicolas Amann
Lorraine Spies
Philip Friedlund
Rayden Alden
Bruce Carlson
Zachary Ross
Kari Preston
Miranda Stadem-Ward
Don Anderson
Charlie O’Brien
Britta Chambers
Chanda Olson
Edith Morrison
Lisa Isenberg
Benjamin Zimmerman
Stephanie Kappel
Ross Formell
Abby Melbye
Ada Schwarm
Scott Gallop
Eva Gallop
Victoria Hovda
Isaac Spanjer
Murphy Kappel
Isabelle Einess
Charlotte Gronseth
Becca Morell
Adeline Frahm
Andrea Nyhusmoen
Brad Anderson
Jacob Eul
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June
Altar Servers
07 Linda Nelson & Cindy Peterson
14 Carolyn & David Hagford
21 Dave & Mary Goplen
28 Cathy Carlson & Kathy Hering
Worship Technical Assistant
Jim Olson
Ushers
07 Casey Christy
14 Lars Olson
21 David Ackerman
28 Pierre LaMere
Worship Assistants
07 John Schmidt
14 Marty Carlson
21 Cindy Huttner
28 Michelle McCreery
Communion Assistants
07 Lisa Mittelsteadt
14 John Olson
21 Linda Nelson
28 Mark Duff
Readers
07 Mary Jubenville
14 Kim Olson
21 Leslie Hite
28 Marnie Huntley
Coffee Hour Hosts
07 Jennie & Ryne Nelson
14 Eric & Renate Amann
21 Anita Duder, Twyla Hobbs, & Eivor Lund
28 The Bausell family
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June
Altar Servers
07 Linda Nelson & Cindy Peterson
14 Dave & Mary Goplen
21 Carolyn & David Hagford
28 Cathy Carlson & Kathy Hering
Worship Technical Assistant
Jim Olson
Ushers
07 Linda Nelson
14 Lisa Mittelsteadt
21 Don Holzschuh
28 Eric Mechels
Worship Assistants
07 Kathy Hering
14 Marty Carlson
21 Mark Duff
28 John Schmidt
Communion Assistants
07 Kathy Fredell
14 John Olson
21 Michelle McCreery
28 Mary Sabatke
Readers
07 Janna Haug
14 Mike Huttner
21Charlie O'Brien
28 Jennie Nelson
Coffee Hour Hosts
07 Pierre & Diane LaMere
14 Mary Flynn & Linda Nelson
21 Ellie Holmquist & Ruth Lee
28 Janna Haug & Pauline Haug
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LOTI Staff
Rev. Dr. Arden D. Haug—Pastor
Dr Kristina Rizzotto—Director of Music
Diane LaMere—Office Manager & Children's Ministry
Miranda Stadem-Ward—Intern Pastor
Joseph LaMere —Worship Technical Director
Michelle McCreery—Design & Communication Director
Sandy Swan—Wedding Manager
Alexei Haug—Custodian
Molly Dengler & Anthony Ramirez—Caretakers
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LOTI Council
Ross Bartels—Treasurer
Jim Bausell
Catherine Carlson
Marty Carlson—Vice President
Kathy Fredell
Kathy Hering
Katie Messerli
Lisa Mittelsteadt
Ryne Nelson
Charlie O'Brien—President
Nicole Olson—Secretary
Spencer Reisberg —Youth
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Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church
2020 W Lake of the Isles Pkwy
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 377-5095
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