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A GOOD Goodbye!
"For I know the plans I have for you," declaires the LORD, "plans to prosper you
and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
~Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)
Greetings Friends!
I dislike goodbyes. I really do! Goodbyes mark endings, not beginnings. They come with sadness, not joy. They lack hope. I especially dislike goodbyes when the here and now is so good. I think it makes it harder to say, "Goodbye!"
On Sunday we say goodbye to Pastor Amie and to Tracie Peterson; two women who have been called to Hosanna to live and love and serve among us. God has now placed another call on their lives. Pastor Amie and her family will be relocating to California- a new opportunity! Tracie will transition to a new congregation in Granite Falls- helping another congregation in transition through InterServe Ministry. We thank God for their time with us!
Today I am reminded that GOOD goodbyes are important as Hosanna prepares for a new beginning. I am reminded that GOOD goodbyes can give us HOPE. GOOD goodbyes open doors to new beginnings. GOOD goodbyes can be times of reflection and reminders of God's goodness and faithfulness. There is peace in knowing that GOOD goodbyes are necessary to following the path that God has for us- for new beginnings to begin and for us to grow by walking the path in faith.
Join me on Sunday saying a GOOD GOODBYE- to Pastor Amie, Tracie and their families- as we say THANKS BE TO GOD for their service among us!
See you in Church or at the Lake!
~
Pastor Linda
PS:
Our GOOD GOODBYE will happen at both worship services on Sunday, June 28th - 8am in Hosanna's Garden Chapel AND 9:30am at Lakeside Park which will be followed by a potluck reception at the park. Hosanna will be providing grilled hamburgers and hotdogs. We ask YOU to bring a favorite Salad or Dessert to share. YUM and FUN and GOOD- REALLY GOOD!!!
NOTE: In the event of rain, the 9:30 service moves back to Hosanna's Great Hall, as will the picnic & potluck. Watch for any weather-related notices on Hosanna's website
www.hosannaforestlake.net and our Facebook page after 8am on Sunday.
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THIS SUNDAY
- Farewell Picnic & Potluck for Pastor Amie Barsch Odahl and Tracie Peterson immediately following 9:30 worship service at Lakeside Park. Burgers and Hot Dogs provided. Bring your favorite salad or dessert to round out the menu. All are welcome.
- Family Praise Fest 12noon-7pm at United Methodist Church in Lindstrom - Food, Fun & listen to music by local church bands INCLUDING Hosanna's own Worship Team who will take the stage at 4pm, FREE community BBQ following Hosanna's stage performance.
- Orientation for registrants of Musical Theater Camp - 2-4pm Hosanna's Garden Chapel
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Vikings Faith & Family Night
Saturday, Aug. 22, at 7pm
at TCF Bank Stadium
Join us as the Vikes take on the Oakland Raiders in a pre-season game. We have 24 tickets that are $21 each. They are available on a first come - first served basis. For more information contact
Jen Bergan at 651-982-1088 or
Julie Ohman at 651-982-8140.
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2015 Hosanna Softball Team
Back row: Rick Steindorf, Grant Taylor, Marty Kelley, Nick Kelley, Ryan Peterson, Joe DeVore, Jeff Taylor. Front row: Sean Larson, Angie Taylor (Jeff's sister), Cole Meadows, Dave Taylor, Jonathan Loose, Grant Rajdl. Absent: Ozzie Barron and Dominic Barron.
Bring the family and come watch us play on Sunday nights at Fe
nway Fields (next to
Forest Lak
e Ice Arena). First game starts at 6pm. Next game is June 28th against
St. Peter's (field #3). Come cheer us to victory!
SCHEDULE
(remaining season games)
June 28 - Field 3 - against St. Peters Catholic
July 12 - NO games
July 26 - Field 2 - against Linwood Covenant-orange
Aug 2 - Field 4 - against Willowbrook
Aug 9 - Field 1 - against Linwood Covenant-white
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR
American Cancer Society
RELAY FOR LIFE
Saturday, August 8
12noon - midnight
(note NEW times)
Forest Lake High School Track
Join the fight against cancer!
FREE, family-friendly event
open to everyone. Food, games, music, silent auction & more.
Want to participate on one of Hosanna's Relay For Life teams this year?
Contact Diane Zak at 651-408-8282 or
Sue Palmer at 651-329-1098
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S.A.M. Summer Picnic
at Lakeside Park
Thursday, July 2, at 11:30 am
We invite all Senior Adults to join u
s as we
gather for good food & fellowship at the park.
Chef Rick Bahnemann will be grilling steaks this time. You bring your favorite salad or dessert to share to round out the menu.
Contact Lynda Olson (651-982-0856) to let her know you are coming so we can better plan how many steaks to throw on the grill.
Come join us even if you aren't able to give advance notice. We always welcome new folks to this group.
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Prayer Requests
Laney & Logan, children of Nicole & Andrew Hays-prayers for medical team to facilitate successful bone marrow transplant from Logan to Laney & prayers for entire family as they face next step toward healing; Cooper, 2 1/2-yr-old great nephew of Mary Gookins-God's blessings & comfort for Cooper & parents as he faces worsening seizures caused by degenerative genetic disorder; Bob Rupar & family-God's gentle & comforting touch in Bob's cancer journey; Connie & George Wanner & family-comfort & peace upon the death of Connie's brother Larry; Jack, son of Ann & Rob True-prayers for comfort & healing from brain surgery (Jack's Caring Bridge site: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/jacktrue); Crystal, niece of Ruth & Marlin Lackas-prayers for resolution/peace in family situation & prayers that she can get into Mayo for testing & treatment of serious cardiac condition; Kathryn (Jon) Nordstrom-new lung cancer diagnosis; former member Tim (Renee) Svoboda-diagnosed with esophageal cancer; Laura, daughter of Elaine Schumacher's friend-recovery from cancer surgery; Angie, daughter of former members Donna & Terry Beck-wisdom for medical team as they discern treatment options for her recent cancer diagnosis; Connie Wanner-comfort & healing following shoulder surgery; Silas, infant son of friends of Tom & Cindy Turry-prayers for healing & protection of Silas and peace & strength for his parents as they seek best medical treatments for Silas' seizures; Sharyn, sister of Barbara (Dale) Johansen-prayers for healing following a stroke; Sharon, Betty (Glen) Corum's sister-stroke; Rudy & Nancy, co-workers of Sue Girard-both facing serious health issues; Lee & Bev Johnson, Dee (Ron) Rebeck's brother & sister-in-law-prayers for comfort & peace as Lee nears end-of-life; Toni, friend of Mike & Teresa Bredahl-end-stage cancer
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Christopher House, nephew of Bob & Jan Hill-prayers for safety while deployed to Pakistan for 12 mos.; Michelle, friend of Deb (Chuck) DeVore's niece-healing & recovery from stroke; Linda Curry, friend of Brian Riebe-in hospice, comfort & peace; Laura, daughter of Elaine Schumacher's friend-recovery from cancer surgery
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Youth Events & Opportunities
SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES
Hosanna Youth Pool Party
scheduled for THIS Saturday
(June 27) has been CANCELED.
Check back here for other activities for later in the summer.
Luther Dell Camp - July 19-24
Cost $390
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Youth Camp (have completed grades 4-8) It's more than a just a drive down a 5-mile dirt road...so much more than a lake, a campfire, and a carpetball table. It's a place to be a kid and be with friends. It's a place to open your eyes and look for Jesus all around you. It's a place to be washed over with wonder when you take a break from sprinting around the game fields and slow down long enough to catch a glimpse of God with your heart. Join us for a week where you and your friends can grow together as friends and in faith. We are a relational program that spends time getting to know each camper. We have a week-long competition called Luther Dell Olympics and play an all-camp game during the evening. By the end of the week, you won't want to leave!
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Roots Camp (have completed grades 9-12) As senior high students, you are facing the challenges of high school and preparing for what is next in your lives. This is your chance to explore where your heart is rooted. The Roots program is designed to give you opportunity to grow in faith through leading worship, service to camp and service to the local community and is full of games, food, and beautiful sunsets. Camp is a great place to grow in your faith.
Indicate you are with Hosanna Lutheran Church.
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL (VBS)
"Everlasting Love"
July 13-16, 2015
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Note earlier dates this summer than in previous years
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Ages 3-6: 9am-noon Day Camp
Experience God through prayer, play & fun. Cost $30
Grades K-6 (completed in 2015) 9am-5pm Day Camp
Experience a taste of summer camp right here with college students from Luther Crest leading us in worship, study, games & more! Cost $65
Registration forms available at Welcome Center.
or download them from Hosanna's website
HERE.
VBS Registration Deadline:
July 1, 2015
(only 2 1/2 weeks left to register)
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We need YOU to help make
this year's VBS successful.
ITEMS and TASKS needed:
- Provide lunch for 6-8 college students (counselors) on Tuesday and/or Thursday
- Volunteers to come to Feed My starving Children on Wednesday (1:45 - 5pm)
3 lbs Grapes
Chocolate Pudding Cups
String Cheese Sticks (individually wrapped)
Apples
Caramel Dip
Oreo Cookies
Gummy Worms
Marshmallow Creme
Graham Crackers
Hershey Candy Bars (fun size)
Cheez-it Crackers
Vanilla Ice Cream
Root Beer, 2 liter bottles
Yoplait Go-gurt ,16 count boxes
Bottled Water, 8 oz (cases)
Apple Juice
White Grape Juice
Country Time Lemonade
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Hosanna is partnering with
Children's Performing Arts (CPA)
to offer a NEW
Musical Theater Camp
for children who have completed grades 2-6
by the end of this school year.
July 27-Aug. 1, 2015
An upbeat musical from Celeste Clydesdale that
teaches children about our freedom in Christ as believers.
Live Performances in
Hosanna's Garden Chapel
Saturday, Aug. 1 at 7pm
Sunday, Aug. 2 at 2pm
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2015 Forest Lake
Bluegrass Festival
On Stage
Sawtooth Brothers
Blue Hazard
North Shore Trail
Listen to great Bluegrass
Meet & Mingle and
Make a Difference in our World.
Cold Beverages, Locally-Made Food and Homemade Pies to soothe your appetites.
Free Kids Activity Area & Booths
with Free Activities for the Whole Family
Silent Auction
Hosted by local area churches, including Hosanna, to benefit:
- Local Mission: Haven Home-FLAMF temporary housing for displaced families in ISD 831 (Forest Lake Area School District)
- National Mission: Our Lady of the Mountains Parochial School in Paintsville, Kentucky
- International Mission: Feed My Starving Children, the Philippine Feeding Project
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Contact Us
Hosanna Lutheran Church 9300 Scandia Trail North Forest Lake, MN 55025 651.464.5502 651.464.9020 fax hosannaforestlake.net  Like us on Facebook Pastor Linda Friesen 651.464.5502 ext.2006 [email protected] Pastor Amie Barsch Odahl 651.464.5502 ext.2011 [email protected] Tracie Peterson Children, Youth & Family Ministry Director 651.464.5502 ext.2023 [email protected]
Rob Anderson
Worship & Music Director 651.464.5502 ext.2008 [email protected]
Rick Bahnemann
Director of Facilities & Food Service 651.464.5502 ext.2010 [email protected] Jackie Verdick Office Coordinator 651.464.5502 [email protected] [email protected] Sue Palmer Bookkeeper 651.464.5502 ext.2013 [email protected] Custodial Staff Reid Eckert Nick Kelley Nick Girard |
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Praise & Worship Event
for the Entire Family
THIS Sunday
June 28, Noon-7pm
First United Methodist Church
Outdoor Pavilion
Lindstrom
2 blocks north of Chisago Lakes Middle School - Follow Irene Ave
FREE BBQ - Face Painting
Hot Dogs/Brats - FUN
Beverages - Ice Cream
Inflatables - Music
FREE Admission
Food/beverages for purchase
Bring a lawn chair & join the fun
Listen to music by local church worship bands
INCLUDING
Hosanna's own Worship Team scheduled to take the stage at 4:00 pm (right before the
FREE COMMUNITY BBQ)
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SOMETHING NEW!
Start the week off right!
Monday Morning BREW
Take time to reflect on Sunday's message and look to the next week. Join Pastor Linda at Key's Cafe & Bakery in Forest Lake at 7:00 am and jumpstart your week.
Join us this coming Monday
Together we will take time to:
B- Be still and Be together
R- Receive God's love
E- Embrace the Word & the World
W- Welcome the day and the Week... and each other
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Senior Adult Ministry (SAM)
Hosanna's Senior Adult Ministry (SAM) is a monthly gathering of mature folks who enjoy socializing with fun, interesting people and sharing a meal together. We typically meet on the first
Thursday of the month (unless it falls on a holiday, then we meet a week later) for lunch. We alternate the location - one month at an area restaurant and the following month at church. Our primary goal is to enjoy each other's company, laugh and establish enduring friendships.
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Adult Bible Study
Every TUESDAY 9:30-11:00 am
in the Library Commons
Currently studying the book of Luke
Facilitators: Deb DeVore
and Dee Rebeck
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BYB Project
Remember this ongoing Kingdom Assignment and drop off unused Bibles to be given to anyone wanting to learn about the Good News of Jesus Christ. Drop boxes available at entrances at Hosanna.
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Copies of this booklet about the project completed in 2013 are available at the Welcome Desk. They include Nate Crary's introduction of how the project evolved and pictures of Barbara Johansen's original artwork and her descriptions of each painting. Your free-will donation will help fund the purchase of a permanent wall hanging system for displays and artwork at Hosanna.
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Shopping Online Can
Benefit Hosanna
Support the mission of Hosanna Lutheran Church
as you Shop ONLINE !
Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible purchases to Hosanna when you shop at AmazonSmile. Exact same low prices, vast selection, and convenient shopping experience as the regular Amazon.com but with the added bonus of Hosanna receiving a donation from Amazon. All funds will be used to support missions outside the walls of Hosanna. Remember AmazonSmile when shopping online and simply click the link below http://smile.amazon.com |
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How Your Garden Purchases Can Benefit Hosanna
 Forest Lake Floral is offering a percentage of qualifying IN-STORE purchases to benefit Hosanna when you mention "Hosanna" at time of purchase! This offer will be available through June. |
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Sunshine Preschool
Congratulations to
Sunshine Preschool
for the second year in a row
being voted
Best of the Best Preschool
in the
Forest Lake Times
2015 Readers' Choice Awards
If you or someone you know is looking for a quality Christian-based preschool this fall, go to Sunshine's website for more information
Sunshine-Preschool.net
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Christian Women's
Connection
When Life is Too Much
to "BEAR"
11:30 am Luncheon
Monday, July 20, 2015
Cost: $10
includes lunch & program
Oak Forest Center
2824 130th Street
Frederic, WI 54837
Karla Kolle, Speaker
"Life's Journeys"
Karla will also share her Teddy Bear Collection
Sandy Sias, Music
Reservations required. Contact Carrie at 651-257-4741 or Mary at 715-554-2330
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Hosanna Lutheran Church Forest Lake, Minnesota
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We are called, gathered and sent to be a people living, loving,
and serving as Jesus did so that all may know him.
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