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Here is an update of what is happening at
House of Prayer this week!
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Jesus said to them, "I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never be hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty." John 6:35
Jesus tells the people he is the Bread of Life. This powerful statement implies Jesus provides all we truly need for life. We all need to eat, yet no matter how much we might eat in a meal or a day, the next day (or hour) we are hungry again. There is a never ending need for more food. Jesus satisfies our hunger and thirst in a way nothing can. In Christ, we can be truly satisfied and nourished. And the best news is the Bread of Life is gift of God's grace. This gives new meaning to "gluten free."
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VBS is AWESOME!
This week of "Shipwrecked" VBS has been a blast! We learned through games, crafts, Bible stories, drama, and music how Jesus rescues us from loneliness, worry, struggles, and powerlessness. Huge thanks to Heidi Thomas and Cindy Jacobs for coordinating such a wonderful week and to everyone else who helped make it happen!
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Northern Winds Band Concert/Ice Cream Social This Sunday
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Parking Lot Party
Our annual Parking Lot Party will be 3-6pm on Sunday, August 12th. Where else can you win raffle prizes, play games, eat tasty food, jump in a bounce castle, and dunk your pastor all in one spot? Invite your friends and neighbors to come join us for the fun! If you'd like to volunteer to help make this event happen, please contact Ben Whalen (
[email protected] or 612-500-9523).
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High School Youth Group
The high schoolers have a few more summer youth nights left and some exciting activities: Pool party on August 1st and summer lock-in on August 8th! Please contact Ben Whalen (
[email protected] or 612-500-9523) if you're interested and haven't gotten the details sent to you.
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Register Now for HOP Preschool
House of Prayer Preschool has openings for fall! Do you know a child aged 3-5 years looking for a part-time preschool for the upcoming school year? House of Prayer Preschool will be open Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday 9-11:30 a.m. beginning September 11th and still has space for more children. The program will transition from a traditional preschool to a Montessori setting this year. Open Houses will be on Saturday, Aug 4th from 1pm to 3:00pm and Sunday, Aug 5th from 10:30am to 12:30pm. Come see the room and meet the staff! For questions and/or registration, contact Nicole Olson, Preschool Director, at 612-861-7110 or
[email protected].
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Donations Requested for HOP Preschool
House of Prayer Preschool is looking for new or gently used donations! If you have any of these items to donate, please drop them off in the church office or email
[email protected].
small wood, brass, or metal objects
small chalkboard or expo erasers
small baskets or trays
plastic placemats
small house plants
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Veggie Table
Our next Veggie Table event will be on August 14th from 5-7pm at Season's Park Apartments (951 E 77th St) outside their main rental office. Come join us as we hand out free fruits and vegetables and enjoy some fun time with neighbors.
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New Church Pictorial Directory
We're excited for our new church photo directory! The directory will feature HOP families, ministries and activities, provide contact information, and be a useful resource to keep us connected. LifeTouch Photography will be at HOP from August 8-11 and September 19-22 for afternoon and evening appointments to take photos of all congregation members and their families. Portrait scheduling be available Sunday mornings beginning Sunday, July 15, and on-going 24/7 online at
www.hoplc.org. Contact Mary Settles-Kroeplin at
[email protected] or Cara Wright at
[email protected] with questions.
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Book Discussion Group
Our summer read is "The Glass House" by Louise Penny. We will meet on September 6th at 7:00pm in the Fireside Conference Room for discussion.
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VEAP School Supply Drive
We will be collecting school supplies for VEAP July 1st through August 12th. Most needed items are backpacks, ear buds, USB thumb drives and calculators. Further suggestions will be on the VEAP board. Thank you!
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Foster Care Family Picnic
We are seeking volunteer support for the upcoming Foster Care Family Picnic on August 18th with shifts from 1:30-8:00pm at Veteran's Memorial Park in Richfield. This is a celebratory, community building event to thank and honor the foster care parents and children in our community. Contact Abbie Hugunin if you are interested in helping: (
[email protected]) or call 612.348.9062.
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Collaboration Outdoor Worship
Our next opportunity for outdoor worship will be
Sunday, August 26 at 10am
at Veteran's Park. Mark your calendar to come worship with our friends from Woodlake and Oak Grove. A picnic lunch will follow. HOP will bring salads and sides.
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Bloomington-Richfield Grief Coalition
Thursdays,
4:30-6:00 p.m.
Peace Lutheran Church
8600 E. Bush Lake Rd
Bloomington, MN
952-944-6510
July 26: Family Matters: The Impact of Loss on Family - Ed Holland
Aug 2: Will I Always Feel This Way? - Nancy Jo Sullivan
Aug 9:
Wellness During Grief -
Phyllis Bruce
Aug 16:
The Greatest of These is Love: Cherishing What Remains -
Nancy
Jo Sullivan
Aug 23:
Multiple Loss - J
ulie Ditzler
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House of Prayer Lutheran Church of Richfield, MN
ELCA | (61
2) 866-8471
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