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9300 Scandia Trail * Forest Lake, MN 55025
| Worship with us at 9:30 am on Sunday mornings in the Great Outdoors | |
Weekly News & Updates June 7, 2022 | |
Dear friend, you are faithful in what you are doing for the brothers and sisters, even though they are strangers to you. They have told the church about your love. Please send them on their way in a manner that honors God. (3 John:5-6) | |
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Paving Our Road to Memphis…
I’m writing to you this week with an opportunity of sorts. As you may know, we are taking a mission trip to the city of Memphis, Tennessee. Yes, the seats in the van are claimed… No, we’re not asking you to be a stowaway in our 15-seater. But there is a way that you can support us in our Mission to Memphis (quickly approaching on July 8th). With your financial support (of any amount) you can become an honorary participant on our road to Memphis. You may click on the link below or drop off a check (with Mission to Memphis on the memo line) to make a donation.
What will your donation go towards?
- It will account for extra miles of gas after a wrong turn,
- a stop for snacks along the way,
- a dinner out on our way home,
- some money for some toiletries that someone will undoubtedly forget (probably me),
- and any other unexpected thing that comes about on our 822-mile journey.
Recently, our itinerary for mission-week was revealed to us through Praying Pelican Ministries (who organizes mission trips across the United States). Our days in Memphis will be filled with worship, team-bonding activities, working with Calvary Rescue Mission by providing food and hot meals to people in need, projects with our host church (The Fellowship of Believers in Christ’ - who are led by Pastor Joseph Jackson), working with local youth (literacy, mathematics, athletic programs), community garden development (Ms. Judy & Major Coleman St. Community Gardens), a visit to Shelby Farms Park (one of the largest urban parks in the world), daily devotions (morning and evening), and many more team ministry assignments.
But beyond what’s scheduled for us - it’ll be the experiences and the people we meet along the way that will be most memorable. I’m so excited to be a part of the incredible group that’ll be on our Mission to Memphis. Their willingness to step out of their comfort zones, devote their time and talent to a cause bigger than us all, and strengthen their relationships with Jesus Christ (and one another) has been impressive to say the least. Below are the names of the young people who have committed to help make a difference in the lives of others:
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- Eli Anderson
- Gabriel Cortes
- Sophia Hesli
- Jamison Livermore
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- Zoe Michalak
- Mitchell Salzman
- Monica Salzman
- Ava Walters
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Along with these amazing young adults, we have two chaperones blessed to be going with - Craig Anderson, and myself - Chris Rupar.
There will be countless moments along our sixteen-hundred-mile journey - and I can’t wait to be a small part of it. And you (yes, you) the congregation of Hosanna can be a small part of it too. If you find it in your heart, and are able to contribute to our cause and our mission, we would be forever thankful.
I hope (as always), that these Ramblings find you well. God bless you, friends.
Chris Rupar
If you have any questions, you can message me anytime at 651-815-3283, or send me an email at youth@hosannaforestlake.net.
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LifeGroup Bible Study: Dear John
The letter writer named John reminds Jesus followers to reflect God’s light and love as they stay true to their beliefs amidst false teachers who are spreading fear. These letters are short but powerful. The letter writer draws hard contrasts between true and false faith. This is a faith that transforms how a follower thinks, acts and relates to others.
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Beginning Thursday, June 9
2:00 pm in the Gathering Area
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Join us this summer for Playgrounds and Parables
- Join Miss Sarah on Saturday, June 18 at 10:30 am at Cedar Park in Forest Lake.
- We will meet to read and talk about a parable, do some arts and crafts, play some games, and of course... play on the playground!
- Plan about a half hour of fun, and then we invite you to stick around to play on the playground and get to know the other families!
- Feel free to bring a friend and a picnic lunch!
- Save these dates for future Playground & Parables: Saturday, July 16 and Saturday, August 20
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- Section 131
- $36/ticket
- Sundays are kids day, so kids get to run the bases after the game
- Purchase tickets on the website, final day to order June 26
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LifeGroup: Between the Lines (Book Club) | | |
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The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah
The Four Winds is a rich, sweeping novel that stunningly brings to life The Great Depression and the people who lived through it — the harsh realities that divided us as a nation and the enduring battles between the haves and the have-nots. A testament to hope, resilience and the strength of the human spirit to survive adversity.
Discussion Date on Zoom - To be Determined
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The Rent Collector by Camron Wright
The Rent Collector is a story of hope, of one woman's journey to save her son and another woman's chance at redemption. It demonstrates that even in a dump in Cambodia—perhaps especially in a dump in Cambodia—everyone deserves a second chance. Though the book is a work of fiction, it was inspired by real people who lived at the Stung Meanchey dump in Cambodia.
THE AUTHOR WILL BE PRESENT
FOR OUR DISCUSSION!
Discussion date via ZOOM: Monday, August 22
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Tuesday, June 7
- LifeGroup: Holy Wholly Fitness at 6:00 am
- Al-Anon Group at 10:00 am, Youth Room
- AA 12x12 Study Group at 7:00 pm, Youth Room
Wednesday, June 8
- LifeGroup: Holy Wholly Fitness at 6:00 am
- Music Celebration and Gathering at 5:30 pm, The DeRaad's Home
Thursday, June 9
- LifeGroup: Holy Wholly Fitness at 6:00 am
- LifeGroup: Dear John Bible Study at 2:00 pm
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Sunday, June 12
- Worship at 9:30 am, Outside (weather permitting) or online
- Second Sunday, Ice Cream Sundaes
- Hospitality Team: Green Team
- Church Council Meeting at 10:45 am, Conference Room
Monday, June 13
- AA Women in Spirit at 6:00 pm, Youth Room
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save the dates...
- Sunday, June 19 - Adventure's Club: Father's Day and COOL CAR Show
- Sunday, July 17 - Adventure's Club: An Afternoon with the Minnesota Twins
- Monday, August 22 - LifeGroup: Between the Lines
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Walk ... Talk ... With Friends | | |
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Walkie Talkies
We are looking for one or two people to lead the Walkie Talkies LifeGroup. This is a great way to ensure you get out and do your steps -- you decide when and where you want to walk.
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WORSHIP at 9:30 am on Sundays with us
- OUTSIDE, in the GREAT OUTDOORS
- Bring your own lawn chairs
- Stop at a Hospitality Table to pick up your communion elements and song sheet
- INSIDE, in the GREAT HALL (in case of inclement weather)
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ALWAYS ONLINE
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Directly from our website at Hosannaforestlake.net
- Subscribe to our YouTube Channel (Hosanna Lutheran Forest Lake Church)
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From Facebook (our handle is @hosannaflmn)
- Download the BOXCAST app on AppleTV or Roku
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MORNING MINUTE
- This is a great way to get your day started. Join Pastor Linda each morning on Facebook or Instagram, as she connects the world around us with the message of Jesus. Or, as she would say, “Random thoughts from a scattered mind in a crazy world!” The Morning Minute is posted daily by 7:30 am.
LifeGroups: New Ways to Gather
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To learn more about, or to sign up, for any of the LifeGroups, go to our website at Hosannaforestlake.net
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Office Hours
Monday - Closed
Tuesday - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Wednesday - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Thursday - 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Friday - Closed
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While these are the regular church hours, many times someone is here beyond these times. Give us call at
651-464-5502.
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Contact Hosanna's Staff (Click on the name):
| Volunteer? Would you like to make a difference at Hosanna? Do you have a couple hours to spare ... weekly, monthly, quarterly? There are always teams/places to volunteer. The church is always looking for volunteers. Contact the church office, let us know what you are interested in helping with ... LifeGroups, painting, office, gardening, maintenance, youth ... and more! | |
Do you have something to add to the weekly newsletter? If you have an article, or update for the newsletter, please have the article(s) in by Monday evening. The newsletter is worked on first thing on Tuesday morning. | |
Is your group meeting at church? If you are planning on holding a meeting/group event at the church, please contact the church office. This is to ensure the church is unlocked, the room is ready for you, the notification is on the calendar, etc. | |
Hosanna Lutheran Church | 9300 Scandia Trail North, Forest Lake, MN 55025 | | | | | |
