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Here is an update of what is happening at
House of Prayer this week!
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Worship This Sunday
Then he looked up at his disciples and said: "Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. "Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you will be filled. "Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh. "Blessed are you when people hate you, and when they exclude you, revile you, and defame you on account of the Son of Man (Luke 6:20-22).
Jesus never said discipleship would be easy. In fact, he was quite clear there would be hardships. Yet through those hardships, Jesus said the disciples would be blessed. Join us this Sunday as we learn more about what it means to be blessed in the kingdom of God.
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Congregational Meeting Sunday
Immediately following the 9:30 am service this Sunday, February 17, the congregation will meet in the sanctuary to complete a ballot vote to decide whether to extend a formal call to Kelly Sandin as Associate Pastor at House of Prayer.
The Call Committee unanimously recommended and the Leadership Ministry Team (LMT) unanimously approved Minister Kelly Sandin for a ¾ call for Associate Pastor at House of Prayer. Please come for the meeting and vote.
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Organic
Composting This Sunday
Have you wanted to compost but don't quite know how to get started? On February 17 between services, the Creation Care Team will have an exhibit to help you get you started. Rachel Lindholm from the City of Richfield will be here to answer questions about composting. Materials and products will also be available to help build confidence in doing your part to care for the environment. There might even be an opportunity to win something. Please come and learn.
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Take the Discipleship Challenge
Pastor Ben wrote The Discipleship Challenge several years ago as a way to help people form spiritual habits. The Discipleship Challenge takes place during Lent (Ash Wednesday is March 6) and offers a daily schedule for spiritual discipline that will strengthen your prayer life, broaden your biblical literacy, help you be more generous with your time and money, and deepen your relationship with God and close friends. Sign up on the attendance card or email Pastor Ben at [email protected] if you would like to attend. Copies of the book are available for sale in the church office on Sundays and during the week. The cost of the book is $10 and all proceeds will fund our Lenten mission project through Lutheran World Hunger.
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Simple Supper Menu
The menu for Wednesday, February 20th is pulled beef on buns, broccoli salad, tater tots, and fruit. Join us at 5:30pm in Fellowship Hall!
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Children & Youth This Week
The Sunday School children begin a new unit this week on Jesus' Parable of the Sower. Next week the Youth Group has a learning night with their peer groups on the following topics: 5th/6th grade - Jesus' Teachings, Confirmation - Sending the 70, High school - Faith and Politics.
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Summer Camp at Luther Park
House of Prayer children in grades 1-12 are encouraged to attend Luther Park Bible Camp together the week of July 21-26. This year we are committing to cover HALF of the cost for all campers who attend so that money doesn't stop anyone from this faith-filled and life changing experience. You can sign up at www.lutherpark.com or reach out to Ben Whalen for more info(
[email protected]
or 612-500-9523).
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Youth Lock-In
Our annual Lock-In with the Gustavus Youth Outreach team will be on Friday, March 15th starting at 7pm and going until 7am on Saturday. All current 7th-12th graders are encouraged to come and invite friends. Activities will include lots of games, worship, pizza, Bible study, and maybe sleep (at least for some). This event is FREE but you need to sign up with Ben Whalen by March 10th.
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Richfield Community Housing Team Meeting
The housing team will meet Tuesday, February 19th from 5:00-6:30pm at House of Prayer and talk about ongoing partnership with city leaders to increase the amount of accessible, affordable housing AND our upcoming survey work with VEAP to get input from more local renters. This group is open to new members anytime, contact Ben Whalen for more information ([email protected] or 612-500-9523).
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State of the Community Event
Come to Richfield Middle School on Wednesday, February 20 from 5:30-7:00pm to hear from several local leaders about where we are as a community and our goals for the future. Speakers include Mayor Maria Regan Gonzalez, Superintendent Steve Unowsky, Richfield Foundation President Scott Hvisdos, Richfield Chamber of Commerce President Anne Schultz, and Congresswoman Ilhan Omar. For more information or to sign up, please contact Ben Whalen (
[email protected] or 612-500-9523).
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Wednesday Night
Bible Study Continues
Universally recognized as a literary masterpiece, the Book of Job skillfully intermingles poetry and prose to deliver a delightful rendition of creation. The sovereign grace of God is revealed in its glory. Don't think this is only a sad account of life. Let's dive in together and discover what we can in what some say be the oldest book of the Bible.
Six Wednesdays through February 20, 2019, 6:30pm in the Fellowship Hall - Led by Pastoral Intern, Deanna Bassett.
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Book Discussion Group
We will meet on Thurs., March 7th at 7:00pm to discuss "What Alice Forgot" by Leann Moriarty. On April 14th, we will discuss "The Women in the Window" by A.J.Finn. All are welcome!
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VEAP Donation March
We have been asked by VEAP to bring canned fruit for March. Please bring your canned fruit donations and place them in the collection bin in the Narthex. Thanks in advance for your continued generosity and support to VEAP!
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Bloomington-Richfield Grief Support Coalition
2019 WINTER SERIES
Thursday, January 3, 2019 - February 21, 2019
4:30-6:00 p.m.
Transfiguration Lutheran Church, 11000 France Ave. So. Bloomington MN
952-884-2364
February 14: Grief and Intimacy - Bob Bartlett
February 21: Strategies for Getting Unstuck - Beryl Schewe
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Let's Visit!
Would you like a visitor from one of our pastoral staff members? While we often hear of needs within the congregation, sometimes we are unaware of the needs within our family of faith. Pastor Ben or Minister Kelly would be happy to visit any of our members or friends who would like a pastoral visit. These visits could be health related but could be for any reason. Contact the church office via telephone 612-866-8471 or Pastor Ben via email
[email protected].
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House of Prayer Lutheran Church of Richfield, MN
ELCA | (61
2) 866-8471
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