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From Pastor Linda
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Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life." ~From John 11
Dear Friends~
Why do you go to church? Really-why do you go to church? I think this is an incredibly important question these days when there are so many other options out there. Options: sleep in, catch up on work, go shopping, meet a friend for coffee, read the paper, watch the news, go to your kids' soccer, hockey, basketball... the list goes on and one. So, why, in a world that offers so many choices, do YOU go to church?
The answer is found at the center of the question he asks- SINNERS. The people who go to church don't go because they are perfect but because they (we) know ourselves to be in need of Christ's forgiveness and look forward to being renewed by our time in worship. I think Pope Francis gets to the very heart of worship when he says- we go each week to hear of God's forgiving love and leave trying to live into the forgiveness, love and a world of new possibility.
I don't know about you, but I NEED church. At least once a week I need to hear the good news that the God who created and continues to sustain this vast cosmos not only knows that I exist, but actually cares! More than that, I need to be reminded that God cares deeply about my hopes and heartbreaks, my successes and failures. I need to be reminded that this God cared enough to send his only Son Jesus into the world for me. Yes, even ME!!
This good news of great joy is almost too good to be true! Perhaps that is why I go to church... So, why do YOU go to church?
See you in church~
Pastor Linda
P.S. The Annual Meeting of the Congregation follows the 10:30am worship service. We begin at the table with a Potluck.
Bring your favorite dish to share (entree, salad, appetizer or dessert). Annual Meeting will commence following the Potluck.
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This Sunday
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- Epiphany worship series continues with I AM the Resurrection and the Life (Melissa Schlemmer will be sharing her story during the message - see information below about Christopher's Crusade)
- Potluck & Annual Meeting - Potluck immediately after the 10:30am service followed by the Annual Meeting - all in the Garden Chapel/Fellowship Hall.
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Join Us Wednesday Nights
at Hosanna
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Enjoy a meal and fellowship together (no need to cook), worship during the Good News at 6, and take advantage of learning opportunities for the all ages. Register online at our website (under connect360) or pick up a registration form in the forms rack in the Welcome Center.
Wednesday Night Schedule
5:00-6:00 pm Meal & Fellowship
6:00-6:30 pm Good News at 6 Worship
"The Gospel in Disney"
6:30-7:30 pm * Faith Formation (preK-K, gr.1-3, gr.4-6) * Confirmation (grades 7-9)
* Higher Ground (senior high)
* Adult Learning
Come and join us and invite a friend or neighbor!
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Wednesday Night Menus
All meals include dessert and beverage.
Jan. 27
Spaghetti & meatballs, bread sticks, salad bar
Feb. 3
Grilled chicken & cheese quesadillas with fixings,
corn, salad bar
NOTE: if your child does not care for tonight's entree,
you can request a jelly sandwich.
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Potluck & Annual Meeting
of Hosanna Lutheran Church
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THIS Sunday, January 31, 2016 in the Garden Chapel
Bring your favorite dish to share for the Potluck that
starts immediately following the 10:30am service.
The Annual Meeting will begin after the Potluck.
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Countdown to Hosanna's FMSC MobilePack
on April 1 & 2, 2016 =
65 Days!!
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God has blessed Hosanna richly. You can help reflect that love by supporting this mission to enrich the lives of so many children by providing needed nutrition in order for them to thrive. Hosanna, together with our already partnered churches and businesses, need to raise $38,000 to cover costs of the MobilePack.
Do you know a local
BUSINESS that might be interested in donating? Each donating business will be featured on our
WALL OF FAME as a corporate sponsor.
- Gold level sponsor: $2501 and above
- Silver level sponsor: $1001-$2500
- Bronze level sponsor: $501-1000
- Partnered business: up to $500
Contact Pastor Linda with potential sponsors.
Are
YOU ready to donate?
Here are some incentives for considering your donation:
- $200 donation - get a stainless steel travel mug with NEW Hosanna logo
- $1000 donation - get a sweatshirt OR denim shirt with NEW Hosanna logo
Tell your family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, etc. about this MobilePack and ask them to sign up for one or more of the time slots or even organize a team to sign up. Hundreds of volunteers will be needed on April 1 & 2 to help pack 150,000 meals - plus volunteers are also needed behind the scenes helping with registration, organization, welcoming, clean up and more! Volunteer opportunities will open soon.
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Soup-er Bowl 2016
Fun Family Event
Food - Games - Bouncy House
Silent Auction - Mega Raffle
and MORE
Friday, Feb.5th
Discounted Admission Tickets ON SALE now!
$5 now ($20 family max.)
$6 at the door ($25 family max.)
Purchase yours on Sunday mornings
or Wednesday nights at connect360.
Mega Raffle Tickets on sale now, too.
Limited quantity being sold - $10 each or 12 for $100
Get yours NOW and don't miss out
on your chance to win one of two
giant TVs or a Fitbit
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Art Sale
2 Sundays - February 14 and 21
8:30 am to 12:30 pm
Hosanna Lutheran Church
9300 Scandia Trail North (Hwy 97)
Forest Lake, MN 55025
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Join us for an outstanding Art Sale featuring local artists
who will be offering framed art, matted art,
greeting cards, photography and more for sale.
Donated art will also be sold by Silent Auction.
Proceeds from all sales to benefit
Feed My Starving Children
Local artist Barbara Johansen
will host a live art demonstration.
The 2 paintings in this announcement
are the artistic works of Barbara Johansen
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Mid-week Lent Worship begins
on Ash Wednesday, February 10.
We focus our attention on Jesus' story of the Prodigal Son.
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12:00 noon Worship followed by lunch
6:00 pm Worship preceded by dinner (5-6pm)
Education for ALL ages follows worship
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Christopher's Crusade Fundraiser
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Christopher, son of Melissa & Ryan Schlemmer from our Hosanna family
is an amazing little boy with PMM2 Congenital Disorder of Glycosylation. Nearly every body system is affected by this genetic condition. Christopher attends weekly therapy sessions of physical, occupational, and speech therapy as repetition is extremely important for him to strengthen his weak muscles and learn how to do many things. He is heading to California in April for intensive therapy; 4 hours of therapy per day for 4 weeks straight. The costs of this trip are enormous as insurance does not cover all of the therapy and mounting travel costs. Christopher will also be bringing Super Hero Capes to other little heroes at the therapy center!
Christopher's fundraising site is below. Please share and give if you feel compelled! Our family is extremely grateful for all of your constant love and support.
https://www.crowdrise.com/christopherscrusade
For each donation we will make another cape
to give to a child in your honor.
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Prayer Requests
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Praise & Thanksgiving
Mark Okeson-for remarkable healing
Comfort, Strength & Healing in Cancer Journey
Brandi; Steve; Charlie Wallin; Bob Rupar; Laura-daughter of Elaine Schumacher's friend; Terry & Donna Beck's daughter Angie
Healing, Recovery, Facing Other Health Issues
Joanne Johnson, mother of Julie (Ross) Ohman; Stacia & Stephanie, daughters of Ruth & Marlin Lackas; Marlin Lackas; Beulah Smestad, mother of Sharon (Doug) Sill; Fran, Deb (Chuck) DeVore's sister-in-law; Lynda Olson; Deb Krinke & family; Alex-Jen Bergan's friend's in-law; Mary (Jeff) Peterson's sister Betty & husband Steve; Jeff (Ann) St. Martin, son-in-law of Jack & Sue Severson; Cooper, great nephew of Mary Gookins; Sharon, sister of Betty (Glen) Corum
Comfort & Peace as They Near End of Life
Elizabeth Kalisch, mother of Teresa (Mike) Bredahl
Grief Compassion
Doug & Shelly Rensink upon the death of Doug's mother
Keep Safe From Harm and Military
Hayden Oliver, son of Miranda & Kevin Oliver Christopher House, nephew of Bob & Jan Hill; Tiphany & Alex Dvorak, sister-in-law & niece of Dave & Laura Livermore
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Yogadevotion, now in its 11
th year in Forest Lake, will begin a new session on Saturday, Feb. 27, at Hosanna Lutheran Church, 9300 Scandia Trail North, Forest Lake.
Yogadevotion promotes strength, flexibility and peace in body, mind and spirit through weekly Saturday morning devotional sessions. Carrin Mahmood, certified and experienced Yogadevotional instructor, leads the hour-long sessions.
Women and men of all ages are invited to participate and enjoy this meditation time while enjoying the benefits of yoga. No previous experience needed. Basic yoga will be taught.
The seven (7) week session will r
un through Saturday, April 4th. Cost is $50 and classes will be held in the Lakeside Room (upper level) at Hosanna, beginning at 9 am and ending at 10 am. Please enter at Door C (north facing).
To register, contact Kathy Okeson,
[email protected]
or 651-464-5422
Payment due by Saturday, Feb. 20th. Payments accepted: 1) check payable to Hosanna (Yogadevotion in memo), 2) cash (in person) or
3) online at
www.hosannaforestlake.net
Make up sessions are available at many locations with various days & times listed on the website:
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Hosanna
Lutheran Church
9300 Scandia Trail North
Forest Lake, MN 55025
651-464-5502
651-464-9020 fax
Email
Linda Friesen, Pastor
651-464-5502 ext.2006
Jen Collins, Assoc.Pastor
651-464-5502 ext.2023
Rob Anderson
Director, Worship & Music
651-464-5502 ext.2008
Rick Bahnemann
Director, Facilities
and Food Service
651-464-5502 ext.2010
Jackie Verdick
Office Coordinator
651-464-5502 ext.2000
Sue Palmer
Bookkeeper
651-464-5502 ext.2013
Charlie Ollmann
Choir Director
Mary Gookins
Handbell Choir Director
Lisa Sauer
Children's Choir Director
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Senior Adult Ministry
(SAM) Lunch
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Thursday, Feb. 4
at 11:30 am
The Old Log Cabin
9726 Scandia Trail N (Hwy 97)
Forest Lake, MN 55025
If you think you can attend, please respond via email by clicking
HERE or feel free to give Lynda Olson a call at 651-982-0856.
As always, we understand that plans change, so if you realize at the last minute you can join us, please feel free to come.
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Milestone Ministries
celebrate the partnership between parents, church and God in raising our children in the faith. They provide a wonderful way
for families to connect with each other and with the church while exploring important aspects of faith.
Consider these upcoming Milestones sessions
for your family.
First Communion
(all ages)
Sunday, Feb 28 at 11:30am
participants will be invited to partake in their first communion during one of the Last Supper Reenactments during Holy Week
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Tough Questions
(5 & 6th grades)
Learning Opportunity
Sunday April 17 - 11:45am
Worship Celebration
Sunday April 24
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High School Senior
Graduation Milestone
(12th grade)
Sunday , May 22
Do you have a student who will be graduating from high school this year? We have a gift from your Hosanna family to be presented on Sunday, May 22
at either worship service.
Let us know by April 3rd
that you have a graduating senior so that we can get
some information from you
and ready their gift.
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Information pamphlets available
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n the forms rack
in the Welcome Center.
Register online
by clicking HERE.
You can also fill out a
Yellow Page and place it
in the offering basket
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Adult Bible Study
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Tuesday Mornings
9:30-11:00 am
in Hosanna's Library Commons
Currently studying the book of Hebrews
Facilitator: Deb DeVore
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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 to get started.
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Couples Retreat
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Seasons of Marriage
February 19-20, 2016
Spring, summer, winter, fall. Marriages are perpetually in a state of transition, continually moving from one season to another - perhaps not annually, as in nature, but just as certainly and consistently. Each season holds the potential for emotional health and happiness, and each one has its challenges.
This retreat will focus on helping you and your partner identify which season your marriage is in, and show you how to enhance your marriage in all four seasons.
Register on a Yellow Page and place in offering basket or click HERE
to register online.
Deadline to register is February 7th.
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S
eeds
Weekend
at Camp Wapo
July 8-10, 2016
completed grades 2-3
Cost: $150
$100 deposit due by 3/15/16
Youth Camp at Wapo
July 10-15, 2016
completed grades 4-7
Cost: $410
$100 deposit due by 3/15/16
Higher Ground Youth Camp
at Luther Dell
August 7-12, 2016
completed grades 8-12
Cost: $410
$100 deposit due by 3/15/16
NEW This Year
Family Camp Weekend
at Wapo
August 5-7, 2016
ALL ages
Cost: varies per family
($250 max.)
$75 deposit due by 3/15/16
Register online directly through Camp Wapo at the registration page set up specifically for Hosanna
campers by clicking
Contact Pastor Jen Collins with questions or concerns.
Camp scholarships
available upon request.
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Green Tip from the Green Earth Team (GET)
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SRC is Hosanna's recycler and now accepts
plastic containers marked with numbers 1-7. Rinse clean and flatten when possible, before depositing in the blue recycle bin in the kitchen. Please do not include plastic shopping bags as they clog recycling equipment. The Green Earth Team encourages recycling of paper, plastic, metal, glass, milk cartons and juice boxes at Hosanna and in our homes!
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