Hosanna E-Update

June 28, 2016
We are called, gathered and sent to be a people living, loving
and serving as Jesus did so that all may know Him.
From Pastor Linda

 
SURPRISE!!
 
 
 
For thus says the Lord:... For surely I know the plans I have for you, says the LORD, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope. ~Jeremiah 29
 

Greetings Friends!

How do you feel about SURPISES!! I can't say I totally love surprises. For the most part I like the predictable and the planned; call me boring. I like to know what's coming at me so that I can make a plan.
 
When it comes to Jesus- he is FULL of surprises. This summer as we have been hearing Jesus tell stories (parables) about the Kingdom of God-he seems always to be catching me off-guard for you see just when I think I know what the parable means... I am offered an alternative understanding. Last week the story about the found treasure and pearl of great price (Mt13.44-46)--- I just assumed it meant that the kingdom was like a treasure, as valuable as a fine pearl... and it is! But this parable was really calling me to live an "all-in" kind of life. All-in? Really? REALLY!! And that was the SURPRISE for me.
 
This week I have been trying to be open to surprises. Why? Because our God is a God that is full of surprises and upheavals and reversals! Consider this:
  • Instead of coming in power, God came in weakness and vulnerability (a newborn baby!)
  • Instead of pronouncing judgment in the face of our sin and selfishness, we are offered mercy and forgiveness
  • Instead of justice, love
  • Instead of death, God brings life- abundant and eternal!!
 
Perhaps you were SURPRISED by Sue Palmer's resignation. Sue will be missed by all of us-but God has another plan for her... and God is opening up another plan for Hosanna. On this Sunday, July 3rd following worship we will CELEBRATE Sue's ministry among us. During worship there will be another SURPRISE announcement. One that you are not going to want to miss!!
 
That's it- don't you just LOVE surprises!
See you at Lakeside
Park!! 
     ~Pastor Linda 

Summer Sundays Worship Reminder: 
In case of inclement weather on Sunday mornings, we return
to Hosanna to worship in the Garden Chapel.   Unsure? Check out our Facebook page or website after 8am on Sundays.

S ummer Outdoor Worship at
Lakeside Memorial Park 
June-August

2016 Summer Sunday Worship  
9:30 am at Lakeside Memorial Park  
in Downtown Forest Lake    
Bring your lawn chair or blanket to sit on as we  
gather to worship in this beautiful setting.
 
In the event of inclement weather, worship moves
indoors to the Garden Chapel (upper level) at Hosanna.
Weather notice will be posted on Hosanna's website
and Facebook page by 8:00 am


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Bible Study 8-8:45 am
on Summer Sundays (June-Aug)  
in Hosanna's Conference Room.  
Together we will looker deeper into the stories that  
Jesus told to both conceal and reveal the gospel. 
Come and join in on some engaging conversations  
and bring your Bible if you have one.
Prayer Requests
Praise & Thanksgiving

Comfort, Strength & Healing in Cancer Journey
 
Santa Ferraro, friend of Susy Richie; Tracy, friend of Anne & Rob Myre; Terry Longville, friend of Sharon Sill; Charlie Wallin; Bob Rupar; Laura-daughter of Elaine Schumacher's friend; Terry & Donna Beck's daughter Angie

Healing, Recovery, Facing Other Health Issues 
Audry Girard, mother of Paul (Sue) Girard; Blake Brandt; Lynda Olson; Rick Bahnemann; Jan Hill; Melanie Teig-Schwolert; Mel (Ekko) Blumer, grandson-in-law of Dale & Barbara Johansen; Laney Hays and family, granddaughter of Brad & Barb Turgeon; Stephanie, daughter of Ruth & Marlin Lackas; Norman Schaible, family friend of Teresa & Mike Bredahl; Johneta, Ruth (Marlin) Lackas' sister; Craig-Dick & Nancy Westcott's nephew; Joanne Johnson, mother of Julie (Ross) Ohman; Marlin Lackas; Fran, Deb (Chuck) DeVore's sister-in-law; 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

Grief Compassion 
Barb & Jim Lundborg upon passing of Barb's father; Bob & Patti Cole upon passing of Bob's sister Diane

Keep Safe From Harm and Military
Kelley & babies (protection & healing), Marlin & Ruth Lackas' God child; Hayden Oliver, serving in the Coast Guard 
Council Roundtable Gathering
The next church council informational roundtable will be immediately following worship at Lakeside Memorial Park on Sunday, July 17th, and will include an update from the Personnel Committee.
Hosanna Softball
2016 Hosanna Team 

Hosanna is again sponsoring an adult softball team in the FLAAA Sunday night Church League. All games (double-headers) are played on Sundays starting at 6:00pm at Fenway Fields. Come out and support our team and enjoy some fun softball!!
 
GAME SCHEDULE 
April 24   Against St. Peters - Field 1  RAINED OUT 
May 1     Against Grace - Field 3   2 WINS 
May 8     Against Cornerstone - Field 2   2 LOSSES 
May 15   Against Access - Field 1  1 WIN / 1 LOSS 
May 22   Against Eagle Brook - Field 2   2 LOSSES  
May 29   Against St. Peters - Field 2    2 LOSSES 
June 12  Against Grace - Field 1   1 WIN / 1 LOSS  
June 19  Against Cornerstone - Field 3   2 LOSSES  
June 26  Against Access - Field 2 
July 17    Against Eagle Brook - Field 3 
         
Hosanna 
FUN FAMILY EVENTS  
This Summer - Mark Your Calendars  
 
 
Faith Night at the  
Minnesota Twins! 
Saturday, August 13 

Game starts at 6:10pm 
Ticket Options  Field View - $23 each 
or 
Family Section - $40 each (includes  
hot dog & soda) 

REGISTER HERE

Registration Deadline:  July 27 

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Wednesday, August 17
5:00-8:00 pm   
Sign up as a team
or just show up.
 
Bring a treat to share
with your table or everyone!
 

Hosanna's Green Earth Team (GET) 
REMINDER: Qualifying  purchases made at Forest Lake Floral through the summer continue to benefit
the Green Earth Team and Hosanna when your mention
"Hosanna" at the time of your purchase. 
Update on Rick Bahnemann
Rick Bahnemann, Director of Facilities & Food Service, was recently injured in a bicycling accident that left him with a broken leg. As he recuperates, he is requesting help in providing him some meals. An onlne portal has been set up to coordinate this effort. If you would like to bring a meal to Rick during his recovery time, CLICK HERE to sign up for a date
or go to TakeThemAMeal.com  (name: Bahnemann   password: 5079)

S.A.M. Luncheon
Since our dear friend Rick Bahnemann is recovering from his severely broken leg, we have decided to cancel our annual SAM picnic at Lakeside Park in downtown Forest Lake on Thursday July 7th.  Instead of the annual picnic,  we will meet for lunch at the Blue Heron Grill in Hugo.  They have a lovely patio, so we can still enjoy the great outdoors, but none of us will have to do any cooking!


Thursday, July 6th    
Blue Heron Grill
4725 Victor Hugo Blvd 
Hugo MN 55038 
651-756-1894

Click HERE for directions and to check out their menu. 
 
Please let Lynda Olson know if you will be able to attend. 
Click HERE if you think you can come!  Of course your plans may change so, even if you haven't let Lynda know that you can come, and your lunch-time opens up, feel free to join us!! 
Contact Us 
 
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 
Email   

Phyllis Lindberg 
Accompanist
Email  
 
Quick Links

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2016 SUMMER FUN OPPORTUNITIES

NEW
Birth - Age 5 with Parents
at Hosanna (nursery)
 
Every 2nd Monday  
9 - 11am 
May-August 2016 

 $ FREE $

 
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Vacation Bible School (VBS) at Hosanna 
L O L 
"Living Out Love"
July 18-21, 2016 
 
Ages 3-5*..............$45 
9am-noon
* must be potty trained 
   
Grades K-6......... $75
9am-5pm
 
Time is running short.
Register your kids
TODAY! 

REGISTER HERE


Volunteers are also needed
to make this year's VBS
a success.
See sign-up sheets after worship on Sunday or click HERE to volunteer. 
 
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S eeds Weekend
at Camp Wapo
July 8-10, 2016
completed grades 2-3
Cost: $150
 
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Youth Camp at Wapo
July 10-15, 2016
completed grades 4-7
IS NOW COMPLETELY FULL
NO MORE SPOTS AVAILABLE
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Higher Ground 
Youth Camp
at Luther Dell
August 7-12, 2016
completed grades 8-12
Cost: $410

Register online directly
through Camp Wapo.
A registration page
 has been set up
specifically for campers
from Hosanna-Forest Lake
Click below to register.
Contact Pastor Jen Collins
with questions or concerns.

Camp scholarships
available upon request.

2016 Forest Lake  
Relay For Life
Saturday, August 6
12 noon - midnight
Lakeside Memorial Park 
Downtown Forest Lake

What Is Relay For Life?

Each year, more than 4 million people in over 20 countries raise much-needed funds and awareness to save lives from cancer through the Relay For Life movement.


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Celebrate

During a Relay event, participants and survivors celebrate what they've overcome.

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Remember

We remember people lost to the disease, and honor people who have fought or are fighting cancer.

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Fight Back

The event inspires Relay participants to take action against a disease that has taken too much.
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Hosanna is again sponsoring their Cool Runnings teams
for this event and are looking for more team members.

For more information or if you would like to join one of our teams, contact the following team captains.

Diane Zak
651-408-8282

Sue Palmer
651-329-1098