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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
When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability. Acts 2:1-4
The church began in dramatic fashion. By the power of the Holy Spirit, the disciples were able to speak the gospel in other languages. This allowed the Jewish pilgrims gathered for the festival of Pentecost to hear the story of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection in their own native language. The result? 3,000 people came to faith in Christ, became baptized, and formed the church. It was divine intervention at the perfect time! Join us Sunday as contemplate the power of the Spirit to speak to us, and allow us to hear the gospel.
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Wear Red on Sunday for Pentecost
On Sunday, June 9, we celebrate Pentecost. If's customary to wear red to worship, but you're welcome to worship in whatever color!
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Summer Sundays With Mindy-Starts Sunday
From June 9th through July 28th during the 11:00 worship service, children ages 3-12 are encouraged to join Mindy Mennicke (our Sunday School music director) for a chance to learn more music and assist with various parts of the worship service. Please contact Mindy at [email protected] with any questions.
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Annual Meeting-Next Wed
House of Prayer's Annual Meeting will be held Wednesday, June 12 at 6:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Dinner will be served at 6:00 pm. Please RSVP for dinner on the attendance card in the bulletin.
The booklet of reports is available by
CLICKING HERE and can be found on our church website (News & Events/Annual Reports). A few copies are available to pick up at the Information Desk.
Contact Pastor Ben Sandin (
[email protected]) or Congregation President Scott Wright (
[email protected]) with questions.
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Listening Campaign Dinner
Over the past few months, Pastor Ben, Pastor Kelly, and Ben Whalen have conducted a listening campaign with 40 members of HOP. The goal was to find out how people were doing connecting to one another within the congregation, connecting to God in their spiritual life, and connecting to our community as a congregation. This listening campaign has been and will be incredibly helpful in our discernment of next steps in our mission and ministry. We invite everyone to join us (whether you were interviewed or not) to hear the results of the listening campaign and be part of shaping our direction moving forward. We will have a Listening Campaign Dinner on June 19th at 6pm in the Fellowship Hall. This will be a catered meal so please RSVP to Pastor Ben [email protected] or on the attendance card.
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Summer Outdoor Worship & Picnic at HOP
Join us on Sunday, June 16th at 10:00 am for a combined liturgical and ReFuel worship service; there will only be one service this Sunday. We'll enjoy worship outside on the Chicago Avenue lawn. In case of bad weather, we'll move inside. Indoor picnic lunch will follow in the Parish Hall.
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New Member Bulletin Board
If you haven't noticed our new member bulletin board, with pictures and names, please take a moment to check it out. It's located by the green awning entrance near the large screen monitor. Our newest members would love for you to greet them!
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Fourth of July Parade
Believe it or not, we're already planning for this year's parade and we hope you can come march with us! Richfield's "Red, White, & Blue Days" celebration is 3 full days leading up to the Fourth of July and we're excited to be part of it. Our parade group will march, greet folks, hand out information about House of Prayer, and of course give out candy - about 4,000 pieces of it to be exact. If you'd like to join us, please sign up on the attendance card or let Ben Whalen know by June 16th ([email protected] or 612-500-9523). If you don't yet have a burgundy House of Prayer shirt, we will get a free one to everyone who marches with us!
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Thanks from LSS Group Homes
The residents and staff at the Lutheran Social Service group homes are very thankful for HOPs kindness, gifts, and visits. The group homes have purchased items with the special offering collected last fall. Mi Casa at 70th and Park purchased pots and pans, bakeware, and dishes. They love to cook and bake. My House at 76th and Park purchased a grill and a fire pit. They are looking forward to roasting marshmallows. Thanks again for helping with this outreach ministry. Contact Jean Robbins at [email protected].
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Northern Winds at Opening of Richfield Band Shell
The new Richfield Bandshell located next to the swimming pool on 66th and Portland, has its grand opening Sunday, June 9, at 6:00pm! There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony emceed by Patty Peterson. Following the ceremony, the Northern Winds Concert Band and the Richfield Symphonic Band will perform. Bring your lawn chair! A food truck will be onsite. Contact Joe Speakman at [email protected] with questions.
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The Veggie Table
Once again this summer we'll be handing out FREE produce at our "Veggie Table" events! Join us from 4:30-6:30pm on the first and third Tuesday of July, August, and September at Season's Park Apartments. In addition to the produce, we'll have yard games, snacks, and a chance to meet neighbors and spend time together. Many thanks to VEAP, one of our mission partners, for providing the food this year! If you'd like to volunteer to make this event happen, please contact Brent King ([email protected]).
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Summer Youth Group
The high school youth group decided once again they want to keep meeting in the summer so we'll have a few youth night activities each month. They picked out activities like Skyzone, capture the flag, movie night, and a lock in. All summer activities will be free and open to friends. If you'd like more information, please contact Ben Whalen ([email protected] or 612-500-9523).
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Preschool Summer Camp
House of Prayer Preschool is closed this week but will be back next week for three weeks of summer camp! We are still registering children for fall so if you know of anyone who would like to join us, please email
[email protected].
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Incredible Race VBS
Registration is open for this year's Vacation Bible School July 29 - Aug 1. Family Dinner: 5:15-5:50 pm & Program: 6:00-8:15pm. Our theme is "The Incredible Race" which will take us around the world to different continents each night to learn that people all around the world are all part of God's big human family. Activities include music, crafts, drama, and more! Register at www.hoplc.org or reach out to Heidi Thomas with questions ([email protected]).
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Unity in Diversity Sermon Series at Woodlake Matins Services
The Bible is a multicultural. Jesus is multicultural. But how are we allowing the Spirit to move us towards different people, bringing us to new life? In this sermon series, we will examine the kingdom of God especially as it relates to unity without uniformity, and diversity without fragmentation. Join us each Wednesday in June in Woodlake Lutheran Church's chapel at 8am for the Matins worship services.
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Women's Summer Bible Study at Oak Grove
All women of Oak Grove, Woodlake and House of Prayer are invited to attend our summer Bible Study sponsored by Lydia Ruth Circle of Oak Grove. The study,
For such a time as this: Lessons from Esther, will be on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the lower lever of the church. Light refreshments will be served. No preparation is required. The Bible Study is published in the Gather magazine, a publication of the ELCA for women. Copies of the study will be available at each session.
June 11: Voices in the king's court
July 9: Esther saves the Jews
August 13: Using our voices
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June SALT Event -
Mini Golf / Dinner
Saturday, June 15, 4pm
In June Woodlake's Socializing Adult Lutherans Together (SALT) group will start with a round of mini-golf at MaltTees, located on the north side of Veterans Park (6335 Portland Ave, Richfield, MN 55423) at 4 pm. Following mini-golf we will head across the park and have dinner at the Legion (happy hour goes until 6). There are dart boards and a pool table if folks want to play a game after dinner. Please RSVP to Woodlake's church office (612-866-8449,
[email protected]) by Monday, June 10th.
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Vintage Baseball- 1860's Style
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Urban Wildland Race
Each summer, Richfield hosts the Urban Wildland half marathon and 5k race - this year on Saturday, July 27th starting at 7am. It's a fun event that funds the opportunity for students of Richfield schools to get hands-on education through the Wood Lake Nature Center. House of Prayer is helping sponsor the event and already have 7 folks committed to run! There are also many volunteer opportunities to hand out snacks/water, help runners check in, and more. If you'd like to run, volunteer, or just cheer folks on please reach out to Ben Whalen (
[email protected] or 612-500-9523). More information is available at
www.urbanwildland.com.
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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 Pastor 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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