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Sundays:
9:00 AM & 10:30 AM
In the Great Hall (Lower Level)

Wednesdays:
6:00 PM
In the Garden Chapel (Upper Level)

Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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Can You Hear Me Now?

 

A Note From Pastor Linda


 
"This is my Son, the beloved.  Listen to him!"  ~God  (Mark 9)
 

 
Dear Friends, Followers of Jesus! 
 
Do you think there is a difference between hearing and listening?  Someone rightly said, "Hearing is through ears, but listening is through the mind."  The two activities, hearing and listening, while they both involve the use of ears, they are very different.
  • Hearing is nothing but a sense that helps you receive sound waves and noise by ears.  It is the power of perceiving sound.  If you are not hearing impaired, hearing simply happens.
  • Listening is when you receive the sound waves and understand it by paying full attention to the words and sentences of the speaker.  It is the ability to correctly receive and interpret the message transferred by the other party.  It is communication.  Listening is something you consciously choose to do.  It requires concentration so that your brain processes meaning from words and sentences.  Listening can lead to learning.  

Who are you listening to- and what are you learning?  On Transfiguration Sunday (this Sunday!) a voice from heaven speaks these words:  "This is my Son, the beloved.  Listen to him!"  (Mark 9)



See you in church!      
 ~Pastor Linda
 
 PS- On Wednesday at 6:30pm Adult Education connect360 welcomes the St. Andrew's Family Shelter- with information about the NEW homeless shelter project in Hugo.  

Prayer Requests

Comfort and Strength in Healing in Cancer Journey
James Henriott; Bria Leisgang, niece of Sharon and Doug Sill; Dan Fronic, friend of Mary Thompson; Deb Krinke; Paul Wallenfelt, brother of Sue Girard; Ryder Clark, family friend of Rochelle Busch; Carrie Steindorf; Joe, brother of Teresa Bredahl; Shelley, friend of Linda Knyphausen; Beau Anderson, friend of Sill family; Tonya, friend and coworker of Vicki Croce; Beryl, friend of Elaine Schumacher; Terry Longville, friend of Sharon Sill; Bob Rupar

Healing, Recovering or Facing Other Health Issues
Marlin Lackas; Holly Wilsher and baby; Judy Anderson, mother of Rob Anderson; Miles Tyson; Ruth Lackas; Cole, grandson of Ruth and Marlin Lackas; Stephanie, daughter of Ruth and Marlin Lackas; Laura, mother of James Henriott; Joanne Johnson, mother of Julie Ohman; Christine, friend of Craig Anderson; Lynn Anderson; Becky, sister of Kathy Okeson; Phillip Aurich, nephew of Barbara Schultz; John Cupryna, brother-in-law of Mark Friesen; Sharyn, sister of Barbara Johansen; Matt Anagnostou; Ron Rebeck; Nathan Acker, son of Andrea and Nick Acker and grandson of Len and Sally Wojtowicz; Dick Westcott; Sharon Kari; Cooper, great-nephew of Mary Gookins
 
Comfort in Nearing the End of Life
Betty Sanders, mother-in-law of Dave Oster

Keep Safe From Harm
Adam, grandson of James Henriott, serving in South Korea; Hayden Oliver, serving in Coast Guard

Winter Fest
Formerly known as 'the Souper Bowl'
Save the Date: Friday, February 9
6:00- 9:00 pm

Fun Family Event - All Ages

Food - Games - Bouncy House 
Silent Auction - Mega Raffle 
and MORE!
   
Discounted Admission Tickets 
WEDNESDAY LAST NIGHT IN PERSON PURCHASE
ONLINE TIX SALES CLOSE FRIDAY AM

 
Mega Raffle Tickets ON SALE NOW!
Limited quantity being sold - $10 each or 12 for $100
Get yours NOW and don't miss out  on your chance to win:

Joyful Noise Friends & Family Tickets (4)
An Xbox One 
Google Home minis

We are looking for Winter Fest Volunteer Team Members.
If you are interested in planning in any way let us know.

Questions? OR Information contact:
Rob Anderson, randerson@hosannaforestlake.net
Pastor Jen Collins, jcollins@hosannaforestlake.net
 

We Need Gift Cards!
By Thursday, February 1, 2018

Instead of items for the Silent Auction this year, we are asking for gift card donations so we can make silent auction prize baskets! 

This would be a tax deductable donation and would help us fund our worship fund! We will accept gift card or cash donations of any kind, but we prefer Amazon, Target, Walmart, Michaels, Visa, Cub or store gift cards. 

If you have any questions, please contact Kelsey Grachek in the front office.

Connect360
Wednesday Nights

If you haven't joined us for Connect360 Wednesday nights- give it a try! 

5:00 pm - Dinner
6:00 pm - Good News & Preschool Faith Formation 
6:30 pm - Faith Formation & Education for all


Upcoming Family Lent - What would Jesus Tweet? 
Wednesday Nights - All Ages together in Garden Chapel
6:45-7:30 pm
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Dates: February 21, 28, March 7 &  21

NO connect360 Programming on Feb. 14 (Ash Wednesday) or March 14 (FL Spring Break)  

 
To receive more information, please contact Pastor Jen at   jcollins@hosannaforestlake.net 

Youth Fundraiser
Saturday, February 10 -  Sunday, February 11

Thank You!


Thank you for your food donations to Breaking Free, a women's shelter for Human Trafficking in St. Paul. There was a tremendous response to a "Call to Action" from our congregation and community members. Six volunteers from Breaking Free, plus Chuck and Dee Dee Anderson made several trips from their car to the shelter to deliver all of the food. The staff members and volunteers were filled with joy and overwhelmed with the food. Thank you, Hosanna!

Confirmation Lenten Mentoring
Mentoring: February 14- March 21

Schedule for Mentoring on Wednesday Nights: 
  • Dinner - 5:00- 6:00 pm
  • Worship Service- 6:00 - 6:45 pm
  • Mentoring- Minimum of 30 min., Pick up devotional at the Welcome Desk or download from below...
If you are not able to attend a Wednesday Night, either Mentee or Mentor. 1.) Inform the other person 2.) Plan an alternative meeting time, face-to-face (can use Skype/ Facetime) 3.) Pick up or download the Devotional for the week. 

Questions. Talk to Pr. Jen Collins
 
 

Befrienders Meeting
Wednesday, February 7

Befrienders will be holding their monthly meeting on Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at 6:30pm in the Conference Room. Please contact Lynda Olson for details about this meeting or the Befrienders Group. 
 

St. Andrew's Family Shelter Presentation
Wednesday, February 7

Come and learn on Wednesday, Feb. 7 at 6:30pm in the Garden Chapel how our congregation is taking a step toward recognizing the homelessness issue and getting involved. We will hear from the Forest Lake Area Mission for Families about the new St. Andrew's Family Shelter, housed at St. John's campus of St. Genevieve's. This is an exciting time to learn about the impact we are going to make together.  Questions?  Contact Pastor Linda.
 

Annual Meeting
Sunday, February 11

Hosanna will be having our Annual Meeting on Sunday, February 11 at noon along with our annual potluck. The Annual Meeting packet will be available to pick up and review starting Sunday, February 4. 
 
The potluck will go as follows:   
Last names that start with
A-G: Salads and Chips (caesar salad, garden salad, potato salad, etc.)
H-S: Main Dishes (casseroles, meats, hotdishes, etc.)
T-Z: Desserts (cookies, bars, cake, etc.) 
 
Please contact Kelsey Grachek with questions.

Facilities Meeting
Tuesday, February 13, 2018

We will be holding our monthly Facilities Team meeting on Tuesday, February 13 at 6:30pm in the Conference Room. Please contact Tom Croce for information about the Facilities Team or this meeting. 

Ash Wednesday Services
Wednesday, February 14, 2018

Ash Wednesday services this year will be held on Wednesday, February 14 at noon in the Garden Chapel and 6pm in the Great Hall. If you are interested in helping with hospitality for any of these services, please contact Kelsey Grachek.

Sarah Circle
Wednesday, February 14, 2018

Sarah Circle will be having their monthly meeting on Wednesday, February 14 from 10am to 12pm in the Garden Chapel. If you have any questions, contact Barbara Johansen. 

Chipotle LILA Tri-M Fundraiser
Sunday, February 18, 2018

Make dinner a selfless act by joining us for a fundraiser to support Lakes International Language Academy's Tri-M. Come in to the Chipotle at 925 County Road E, Suite 150 in Vadnais Heights on Sunday, February 18 between 5pm and 9pm. Tell the cashier you're supporting the cause to make sure 50% of the proceeds will be donated to LILA's Tri-M. 

Thrivent to Host Fellowship Time
Wednesday, February 21
Sunday, February 28
Sunday, March 18
Wednesday, March 21

Thrivent Financial will be here between services on Sundays, February 28 and March 18 and Wednesdays, February 21 and March 21 to discuss with members the services they offer and to answer any questions. If you want to learn more, please contact Pastor Linda.

Art Raffle
Wednesday, February 21 through
Sunday, February 25

Barbara Johansen will be hosting an art raffle to raise money for the Feed My Starving Children Lakes Area Mobile Pack. You can buy a raffle ticket for $5 or 3 for $10. The paintings are pictured below, but you can see them in person in the front office. The winners will be announced at the Art Sale on March 4. Please contact Pastor Jen or Elaine Schumacher for details.
 


Yogadevotion
New Series Starting Saturday, February 24

 
Yogadevotion, now in its 12th year is beginning a new session on February 24, 2018 at 9am in the Lakeside Room here at Hosanna.  
 
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 run through Saturday, April 7. Cost is $56 and classes will be held in the Lakeside Room (upper level) at Hosanna, beginning at 9 am and ending at 10 am. Please enter through the North doors. To register, contact Kathy Okeson, tv69oke@aol.com or 651-206-1676.
 
Payment is due by Sunday, February 18, and will be accepted in the form of checks,  made out to Hosanna (Yogadevotion in memo),  online or at the Hosanna office.
Make up sessions are available at many locations with various days/times listed on the website: www.yogadevotion.com
 

Hosanna Book Club
Discussion: Monday, February 26, 2018

 
Discussion date:  February 26 at 7pm
Contact Pastor Linda for questions.  
The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
 This novel tracks one girl's relentless struggle for justice after she witnesses a shooting that leaves her lifelong friend dead.

Hosanna Art Sale Save the Date
Saturday, March 3, 2018 - Sunday, March 4, 2018

 
Hosanna will be hosting an art sale on Saturday, March 3 and Sunday, March 4 to help benefit the Feed My Starving Children Lakes Area Mobilepack this spring. Please contact Pastor Jen for more information. 

Missing Mission Jamaica Books

Last spring four books about Mary's experiences with mission Jamaica were loaned to an unknown person. The books are titled Mission Jamaica 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017 and contain many treasured memories.  If you have any information about them or know who may have borrowed them, please  contact Mary Gookins at 651-464-4694 or mlgookins@gmail.com or Kelsey at the chuch office.

Faith Formation Volunteers Needed

Are you able to help out with the kids in Faith Formation on Wednesday nights? Contact Pastor Jen with comments or to sign-up! You can also sign up for specific dates online here via signup genius.


Hosanna Choir

The 2017-2018 Hosanna Choir has begun rehearsing! They rehearse every Wednesday night at 7:45pm in the Great Hall. This is a no-audition choir and all are welcome to join! If you have any questions, please contact Choir Director Charlie Ollmann.


Event Planning Team

We are in need of people to help us with events! Kelsey Hane is currently creating a team that can help coordinate weddings, parties and other events that use our church facilities, in hopes of making this a more event-friendly space. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Kelsey here. 

Hosanna Staff

Linda Friesen, Pastor
651-464-5502 ext. 2006
lfriesen@hosannaforestlake.net

Jen Collins, Associate Pastor
651-464-5502 ext. 2023
jcollins@hosannaforestlake.net

Rob Anderson, Director of Worship and Music
651-464-5502 ext. 2008
randerson@hosannaforestlake.net
 
Kelsey Grachek, Executive Assistant
651-464-5502 ext. 2000
office@hosannaforestlake.net
 
Roxanne Anderson, Finance
651-464-5502 ext. 2013
finance@hosannaforestlake.net
 
Alicia Bauer, Bookkeeper
651-464-5502 ext. 2013
bookkeeper@hosannaforestlake.net
 
Kathy Kuehn, Kitchen Manager
kitchen@hosannaforestlake.net 
 
Charlie Ollman, Choir Director
charlie@connectwithmusic.com
 
Mary Gookins, Handbell Choir Director
 
Lisa Sauer, Children's Choir Director
 
Phyllis Lindberg, Accompanist


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