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E-Update
September 5, 2017
Forest Lake, Minnesota
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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Worship Time
Sunday:
9:00 AM
10:30 AM
In the Great Hall (Lower Level)
Wednesday:
6:00 PM
In The Garden Chapel (Upper Level)
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Ripped From The Headlines!
Where in the WORLD is God?!
A Note From Pastor Linda
For God so loved the WORLD that he gave... ~John 3.16
Where do you get your news? Americans express a clear preference for getting their news on a screen- though which screen that is varies. TV remains the dominant screen, followed by digital. Print newspapers grab only about 20% of those looking for news. Yet, I remember the "good old days of my youth", grabbing the Sunday newspaper- reading the comics first and then grabbing all the brightly colored advertisements. My Grandma always grabbed the obituary section- I use to think that was a bit morbid. My Mom would grab the sports page. My Grampa and Dad always grabbed the rest and read the headlines- that seemed boring to me!
This Fall we will be looking at the headline news and asking the question: Where in the world is God? Into the NEWS of the day we will grapple with the GOOD NEWS of the gospel, pondering together what Jesus might have to say about what is going on...
What exactly is the GOOD NEWS? The Good News is that we are terribly broken and hopelessly flawed creatures (all of us!), and yet our Savior welcomes us with outstretched arms and accepts us just as we are. Why? Because God so LOVED the world! (John 3.16) Know this: YOU are welcome here and YOU belong here. Invite a friend to worship with you as we open up the headline news!
A few reminders for this Sunday as we return to our program year schedule- and something NEW:
- Worship at 9am or 10:30am in the Great Hall
- THIS WEEK: Blessing of the BackPacks & BriefCases- or whatever else you carry into the world- at BOTH worship services.
- THIS WEEK: All Church Family Photo snapped at 10:15am- in the turnaround (or Great Hall if rain).
- THIS WEEK: Beer & Hymn Sing tickets on sale at Hosanna for $10- find out more here: http://www.hosannaforestlake.net/beer-hymns/
- NEW! The Upper Room Café is OPEN- crafting specialized coffees, tea and espresso- along with bakery items. At this time, proceeds benefit the 2018 Lakes Area FMSC MobilePack at Hosanna.
Let There Be PEACE and LOVE On Earth!
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Prayer Requests
Comfort and Strength in Healing in Cancer Journey
Deb Krinke; Paul Wallenfelt, brother of Sue Girard; Ryder Clark, family friend of Rochelle Busch; Carrie Steindorf; Joe, brother of Teresa Bredahl; Mike Moeschter, husband of Joyce Carlson; Ellien Connole, aunt of Ryan Grimes; 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
Hank Reedy; Joann Grabau; William Anderson, grandson of Marlin and Ruth Lackas; Matt Anagnostou; Laurie, niece of Roger and Cindy Kunze; Sister of Jen Bergan and family during transition; Ron Rebeck; Noah Reedy in his job search; Nathan Acker, son of Andrea and Nick Acker and grandson of Len and Sally Wojtowicz, with his Type 1 Diabetes; Continued guidance for Rebecca and Laura; For those who go above and beyond in the midst of trial; Rex Livermore, Dave Livermore's father; Dick Westcott; Ed Abbott, cousin of Denny and Shirley Wachholz; Sharon Kari; Cooper, great-nephew of Mary Gookins; Sharon, sister of Betty Corum
Compassion in Grief
For the friends and family of Mike Chester
Keep Safe From Harm
Hayden Oliver, serving in Coast Guard
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Flat Luther
Flat Luther is at Hosanna! Have you heard of Flat Stanley? Join the #FlatLuther Summer & Fall Challenge! This is for EVERYONE!! It's easy... pick up your Flat Luther THIS Sunday and then start taking him with you. In honor of the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation, bring Flat Luther with you on your Summer adventures, to work, in your garden, Back-to-School in the Fall, every where you go! Be social- share where you've been using the #FlatLuther and #hosannafl . Or send your pictures to the church office ( [email protected]) and we will post them on our Facebook and Instagram pages!
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Welcoming Tiffany KinCannon-Hall to our Staff!
We are welcoming Tiffany KinCannon-Hall to our staff! She will be our new Kitchen Coordinator and will be helping during services on Sundays and Connect360 on Wednesdays. She says:
"My name is Tiffany KinCannon-Hall. I am the new Kitchen Coordinator! I am married and have two daughters, Taylore who is 13 and Ella who is 3. I have worked in the restaurant industry for 18 years. I went to culinary school at Le Cordon Bleu. My heart is dedicated to God and serving my community. I am so excited to start this new adventure and I am grateful for the opportunity to be here!"
If you see her, make sure to introduce yourself and give her a warm welcome!
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State Fair Colosseum Project
Today - September 4, 2017
A HUGE THANK YOU to all who helped with the MN State Fair fundraiser. Together we raised $11,500 for Hosanna's General Ministries- filling a great need! Special shout out to Gene Janicke and his leadership- along with Craig Anderson, Rick Calkins and, of course, Betty Corum!! Words from a newbie:
It wasn't that bad. Plus I got to meet some new people!
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Confirmation Orientation
Wednesday, September 6, 2017
On Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at 6:30pm in the Garden Chapel we are asking that all 7th and 8th graders and their families be present as we prepare you for Confirmation and answer any questions you may have! If you would like to register for Confirmation,
click here. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Jen.
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Hosanna Choir
Starting Wednesday, September 6, 2017
The 2017-2018 Hosanna Choir will begin rehearsal on Wednesday, September 6, 2017 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.
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Senior Adult Ministry (SAM)
Thursday, September 7 at 11:30am
The next
SAM (Senior Adult Ministry) lunch will be at Joseph's Restaurant on Highway 36 in Stillwater. We hope you can join us for a fun lunch get-together. Be sure you save room for a piece of their delicious pie for dessert. Please let Lynda Olson know if you will be able to attend. If your plans change and you realize that you can join us at the last minute, please come! We can always add more chairs around the table!
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Blessing of the Backpacks
Sunday, September 10
On Sunday, September 10 we invite you to bring your school backpacks and work briefcases and bags, as we will be having a special blessing to commemorate the start of our program year and the school year. We will also be having special backpack tags to help make your bag unique and to remind you of the blessing! This will be at the 9:30am and 10:30am services. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Jen or Pastor Linda.
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All-Church Photo
Sunday, September 10
On Sunday, September 10 we will be having our annual All-Church Photo at 10:15am between both of the services, so please stay and be part of this fun tradition with us! If you have any questions, contact Kelsey Hane.
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Yogadevotion
Payment Due Sunday
September 10, 2017
Yogadevotion, now in its 13
th year in Forest Lake, will begin a new session on Saturday, September 16
th, 2017, 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 run through Saturday, October 28th. 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. Make up sessions are available at various times and locations.
To register, contact Kathy Okeson, [email protected]
or 651-206-1676. Payment is due by Sunday, September 10th; accepted options are: checks (made out to Hosanna, memo - Yogadevotion); cash or online through Hosanna's website.
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Facilities Meeting
Tuesday, September 12
On Tuesday, September 12 the Facilities Team will be having a team meeting at 6pm in the Conference Room. If you are interested in being a part of the Facilities Team or have any questions, please contact Tom Croce or Kelsey Hane.
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Connect360 and Confirmation Registration
NOW OPEN!
We want YOU to join us for Confirmation and Connect360! To receive more information, please contact Pastor Jen at [email protected] as soon as possible. Registration is now open
here! Confirmation Orientation will be September 6th from 5:30 - 7:30pm.
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Baking Help Needed
Starting Wednesday, September 20
Do you love to bake? Put your baking skills to use by helping us provide desserts for Connect360 Wednesday Night Meals! If you are interested, please contact Tiffany KinCannon-Hall or Kelsey Hane.
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Ministry Fair
Wednesday, September 13 &
Sunday, September 17
Have you been wondering how to get more involved with Hosanna? Or have you been wondering what ministries are available to you and your family? We will be having a Ministry Fair on Wednesday, September 13 during Faith Formation and Sunday, September 17 between services and after the 10:30am service. If you have any questions, please contact Kelsey Hane.
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Sarah Circle
Wednesday, September 13
Sarah Circle, our Women's Group, will be meeting on Wednesday, September 13 at 10am in Luther B. If you have any questions, please contact Kelsey Hane or Barbara Johanssen.
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Connect360 Fall Kick-Off Event
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Join us on Wednesday, September 13 for fun and laughs with the whole family as we kick-off the program year here at Hosanna! The nightly schedule will go approximately as follows:
5:00pm - 6:00pm - Meal Time (free-will offerring)
6:00pm - 6:45pm - A special performance by Slap Happy Comedy
6:45pm - 7:30pm - An open house for everyone to meet their Faith Formation Teachers and new classmates!
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Hosanna Paintball Day
Saturday, September 16, 2017
Come splat a Pastor or a friend on September 16th. It is $50 for 3 hours of fun! To register, contact Pastor Jen Collins.
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Bible Night
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Celebrated in the September, this milestone recognizes the exciting step children take as they enter Faith Formation (Hosanna's version of Sunday school on Wednesday Nights). Preschoolers who are beginning their first full year of Faith Formation will experience a special blessing and will receive their own SPARK Story Bible. Those elementary aged kids who have not received a SPARK Story Bible are invited to participate.
As children become independent readers, it is a natural time to fulfill the baptismal promise to place the scriptures into their hands. Children and their families will learn some basics about the Bible, as well as ways to incorporate the Bible in daily readings and family devotions through this special workshop. Parents will present the Bible to their child(ren) in worship.
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Beer & Hymn Sing Tickets
Sunday, October 1, 2017
Come join October 1 from 7pm - 9pm with fellow lovers of church tradition...and well brewed beer! A fundraiser benefiting the 2018 Lakes Area Feed My Starving Children MobilePack. Featuring hymns led by Charlie O and friends. Doors Open at 6:30PM. Tickets go on sale Sunday, September 3, 2017 for $10 in advance, or $15 at the door. If you have any questions, contact Pastor Linda Friesen.
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Reformation Save The Dates
Yes, the 500
th Anniversary of the Lutheran Reformation is coming THIS YEAR! Many events are planned across the Twin Cities. Here is a list of opportunities:
Free Screening at Hosanna of- Martin Luther: The Idea that Changed the World
Wednesday, September 20 and 27- from 6:30-7:30pm.
500 years ago, Martin Luther triggered a seismic upheaval that rocked the western world in the 1500s- with an impact that continues to reverberate to this day. This film tells the great adventure story of his life. At the same time it examines his quest for truth- questions we all must face- including "Who am I?" "What is my purpose?" and "How do I get right with God?" Thanks to a generous donation, Hosanna is hosting a one-time screening divided on TWO nights as part of our Adult Education and Confirmation Ministry Programs.
Reformation Festival 2017 at Luther Seminary October 27-28
Join in presentations and workshops. Attend a performance on Friday evening (10/27) by the National Lutheran Choir of "
Holy Spirit Mass," a new choral work commissioned for the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation at the Basilica of Saint Mary. Worship on Saturday afternoon (10/28) at Central Lutheran Church with ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton preaching and massed choirs from area churches.
LIVE Theater- Fellowship for Performing Arts presents: Martin Luther on Trial at the Pantages Theater
Lucifer, Hitler, Freud, ML King Jr, Pope Francis and Katie VonBora in a courtroom drama for the ages! Join Pastor Linda and Mark- on Saturday, November 11 for an 8pm show! Sign up by September 17 so that we can reserve group tickets. (Cost approx $40-$70 per ticket)
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Book Club - Hillbilly Elegy by JD Vance
Discussion on Monday, October 9 at 7pm
Our next Book Club Book will be
Hillbilly Elegy by JD Vance. This book is described as
"Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis is a memoir by J. D. Vance about the Appalachian values of his upbringing and their relation to the social problems of his hometown." Our discussion will be on October 9, 2017 at 7pm in the Conference Room. This discussion is facilitated by Pastor Linda. Please contact her with any questions.
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2017 Overcoming of Racism Conference
November 3-4, 2017
The 2017 Overcoming Racism Conference will be held this year at Metropolitan State University in St. Paul. Each day will include a full slate of workshops, with opportunities to reflect, connect and commit. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Jen.
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Mission Jamaica Alert!
First Payment Due Now
We have begun planning our 2018 trip to Montego Bay, Jamaica. Our dates next year will be February 3-10. We will work with kids, build a house and possibly have a medical team. There will be lots to do for everyone! No skills are needed, except a desire to serve the children and people of Jamaica. We will be making the first deposit in mid June. If you are interested or have any questions, contact Kathleen Damon at 651-235-7296
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Hospitality Team
We are currently looking for people that would be willing and excited to join a Hospitality Team! This would be a fabulous opportunity to get involved monthly with your church and to have something to look forward to with your entire family! If you are interested, please contact Kelsey
here.
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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.
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Hosanna Staff
Linda Friesen, Pastor
651-464-5502 ext. 2006
Jen Collins, Associate Pastor
Rob Anderson, Director of Worship and Music
Kelsey Hane, Executive Assistant
Roxanne Anderson, Finance
Alicia Bauer, Bookkeeper
Tiffany KinCannon, Kitchen Manager
Charlie Ollman, Choir Director
Mary Gookins, Handbell Choir Director
Lisa Sauer, Children's Choir Director
Phyllis Lindberg, Accompanist
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