Conversion

E-Update

July 17, 2018

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.

Worship Time

Sundays:

9:30 AM

Outside on the lower level of the building

Office Hours:

Monday - Thursday

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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www.hosannaforestlake.net

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CONVERSION - What does this mean?

A Note From Pastor Linda

Meanwhile Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord... (Acts 9:1)

...and immediately Saul began to proclaim Jesus in the synagogues, saying, "He is the Son of God."All who heard him were amazed...

(Acts 9:20-21a)

Dear CHURCH,

We return to the Book of Acts, Chapter 9, and enter the story of Saul's conversion; changed from a man who persecuted people of the Way (Christ-followers) to a proclaimer of Jesus as the Messiah. What does it mean to be converted?

CS Lewis writes this about conversion to being a follower of Jesus:

"If conversion to Christianity makes no improvement in a person's outward actions - if they continue to be just a snobbish or spiteful or envious or ambitious as they were before - then I think we must suspect that their 'conversion' was largely imaginary; and after one's original conversion, every time one thinks one has made an advance, that is the test to apply. Fine feelings, new insights, greater interest in 'religion' mean nothing unless they make our actual behavior better; just as in an illness 'feeling better' is not much good if the thermometer shows that your temperature is still going up. In that sense the outer world is quite right to judge Christianity by its results. Christ told us to judge by results. A tree is known by its fruit; or, as we say, the proof of the pudding is in the eating. When we Christians behave badly, or fail to behave well, we are making Christianity unbelievable to the outside world. The war-time posters told us that Careless Talk costs Lives. It is equally true that Careless Lives cost Talk. Our careless lives set the outer world taking; and we give them grounds for talking in a way that throws doubt on the truth of Christianity itself."

Be the CHURCH- proclaim Jesus- living, loving and serving as Jesus did so that all will know Him!

CHALLENGE: Invite a friend to join you in worship on Sunday- and then stay for the ALL CHURCH Potluck! Hotdogs and chips provided- along with plates and forks! BE THE CHURCH- a place where ALL ARE WELCOME!

Be the CHURCH - invite a neighbor to join you!

~Pastor Linda

Prayer Requests

Comfort and Strength in Cancer Journey

Nan, friend of Elaine Schumacher; Bev, aunt of Laura Livermore; Bob Murphy, friend of Mary Gookins; Darrell, friend of the Ohman Family; Kafa, friend of the Ohman Family; Jeremy; James Henriott; Bria Leisgang, niece of Sharon and Doug Sill; Deb Krinke; Paul Wallenfelt, brother of Sue Girard; Ryder Clark, family friend of Rochelle Busch; 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

Richard Lee, brother of Gary Lee; Becky Steindorf, daughter of Rick Steindorf; Charlie Ollmann, Andrew Huseth, cousin of Kathy Okeson; Ruth Lackas; Cole Anderson, grandson of Ruth & Marlin Lackas; Stephanie Lackas, daughter of Ruth & Marlin Lackas; Laura Carlson; The Oster Family; Ann Hanson; Tomi Sinclair, mother of Laura Carlson; Ashlyn; Juniper, granddaughter of Buck & Laura Carlson; Rex Livermore, father of Dave Livermore; Laura, mother of James Henriott; Joanne Johnson, mother of Julie Ohman; John Cupryna, brother-in-law of Mark Friesen; Sharyn, sister of Barbara Johansen; Matt Anagnostou; 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

Keep Safe From Harm

Adam, grandson of James Henriott

ONE SPOT LEFT!!!

Hosanna's Week at St.Andrew's Family Shelter

Friday, August 3

You can sign-up online here:

Sign-Up To Help Here

(If you have no access to internet, you can contact Kelsey Grachek in the front office)

Contact Joslyn Mathison, Kristin Salzman or Pastor Linda with questions.

Summer Worship

Outside- Hosanna Front Lawn

9:30 am

Worship will be at 9:30 AM on the lawn outside of the Great Hall, so bring your folding chairs and blankets!

In the case of inclement weather, we will worship indoors. We are very excited to be at home for the summer! Contact Kelsey Grachek with questions.

Summer Bible Study Conversations

At Hosanna in Upstairs Commons

8:30 am every Sunday

Join us for bible conversations! Our worship is paired with an opportunity to come dig deeper into our weekly text. This will take place prior to worship, 8:30am. Join in conversations about what God's Word means for our lives.

Coffee and treats provided. Contact Pastor Linda with questions.

Potluck & Play Day

Sunday, July 22

Come for worship, stay for Friendship, Food & Fun! The grill will be on and the hotdogs will be provided! Bring a dish to share and let's have some fun!

Hosanna Softball

Sunday, July 22

On Sunday, July 22 the Hosanna Softball team will be taking on Willowbrook at 4pm! Go HLC!

Thanks from the Green Earth Team

Thanks to Erik Hokeness and John Spanjers for repairing the wall and steps leading up from the lower west parking lot. It looks great and we all appreciate your willingness to take on this project.

VBS Volunteering & Grab n' Give Donation

Areas Needing Help:

1. Preschool Group ( 8:30-11:30 am ) - Seeking 1-2 help with registration check-in and child pick up

2. Elementary Group- Adult Guides to assist in the activities led by Luther Crest.

3. Kitchen Crew Helpers: VBS Snack Crew (8:30-10:30 am)

Thursday Picnic (3:30 pm- 5:30 pm)

Clean up (5:30-6:30 pm)

Grab 'n Give Donations Needed

1 - 32oz bag of Animal Crackers
10 - 2-4oz bottles of Chocolate Sprinkles
4 - 82.5 oz canister of Regular or Pink Country Time Lemonade
6 - 14 oz boxes of Honey or Plain Graham Crackers
2 - Bags of Enjoy Life or Nestle brand mini chocolate chips
1 - 24 pack of Mozzarella Sticks
2 - 600 pack of 3 oz paper cups
2 - 360 pack of 9 oz paper cups
3 - 16 count pack Pipsqueak Washable Markers by Crayola
11 - 18 oz (Family Size) box of Rice Chex Cereal
9 - 2 lb. pack of Strawberries
1 - 16oz jar of Sunbutter
1 - 20 pack of Super Tips Fine Point Markers by Crayola
3 - Seedless Watermelons
4 - Wilton Dark Cocoa/Black Candy Melts
12 - Wilton Small Candy Eyeballs
4 - 24 pack of 48 oz Yoplait Go-Gurt Yogurt in the Variety Pack of Berry/Strawberry
Gift Cards: Walmart, Jo Ann Crafts, Michael's Crafts, Menards
Donations for Scholarships- $45 or $75

Summer Book Club on the Lake!

Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng

Monday, July 25

6:30pm

We will be discussing the book " Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng, which was named Best Book of the Year by NPR, Amazon, Barnes & Noble and is a New York Times Best Seller!

Little Fires Everywhere begins with a house fire and a question: Who set it, and why? The house belongs to Elena and Bill Richardson, a wealthy white couple who epitomize success in picture-perfect, late-90's Shaker Heights, and their four teenage children, including girl-next-door, Lexie and the troubled prankster, Izzy, who is suspected of arson. "The firemen said there were little fires everywhere," Lexie says. "Multiple points of origin. Possible use of accelerant. Not an accident." Author Ng returns to the past for answers.

We will gather at Curt and Kelly Monson's home on Forest Lake at 8336 North Shore Trail and head out on the pontoon for an evening of conversation and connection. Contact Pastor Linda with questions.

Confirmation Retreat

Save The Date

Friday, August 3 - Saturday, August 4

All Youth getting confirmed this fall will be having a Confirmation Retreat at Camp Wapo in Amery, Wisconsin Friday, August 3 through Saturday, August 4. More details to come. Contact Pastor Jen for details.

Blessing of the Animals

Sunday, August 5 in worship

In celebration of the sacredness of all creation , we honor the animals that share our lives and touch our hearts. Bring your (well-behaved) pet to receive a blessing during worship.

Rangers Supporting Rangers Backpack Collection

All Items Due by Sunday, August 5

We have started the annual collection of backpack and school items for the Rangers Supporting Rangers Backpack Collection. Items can be donated on Sundays in a box near the alter or in the box outside of the church office.

The items we currently need are:

Backpacks
notebooks
crayon
pencils
glue
glue sticks
markers
erasers
rulers
scissors
folders

All items are due by Sunday, August 5. Contact Pastor Linda with questions

Sundae Sunday

Sunday, August 12

I scream. You scream. We ALL scream for ICE CREAM! Join us on the second Sunday of each month in the summer for Sundae Sundays! Following worship, stay for fun, conversation, and ICE CREAM!

Join Us For The State Fair WHILE Making a Difference for Hosanna!

August 23 - September 3

Are you interested in helping raise funds with your family for Hosanna WHILE getting free tickets to the State Fair? Please join us some night for Coliseum Clean-up! It's fun for the entire family! Sign up for any date between August 23 and September 3. To sign up, look for the sign up sheets at the Hospitality Table or call Kelsey Grachek.