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E-Update
October 1, 2019
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 & 10:30 AM
Great Hall
Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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Stay Connected
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A Note From Pastor Linda
Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. ~Psalm 119:105
Dear Family-
I've been working with the 9
th grade confirmation students, readying them for the Rite of Confirmation/ Affirmation of Baptism on October 27
th. One of their tasks is to choose a Bible verse- I call it a holy tattoo. A verse for them to remember as they live as people marked by the grace of God. Do you have a favorite, go-to Bible verse?
How would you rate your "Scripture Engagement"? A recent survey by Barna Group, on behalf of the American Bible Society, asked over 2,000 people about Scripture engagement measured as: consistent interaction with the Bible that shapes people's choices and transforms their relationship. They asked people 14 questions about:
- Frequency- how often they interact with the Bible alone, in church, and in other settings?
- Moral centrality- how much the Bible influences their choices?
- Spiritual impact- how much the Bible influences their relationship with God and others?
I like what David Lose says about the Bible- from enterthebible.org :
What is the Bible? Our
Book
So the Bible is a book that gathers the testimonies and confessions of the ancient Israelites and early Christians who are our ancestors in the faith. The Bible is a book that, like a family scrapbook, roots us in our spiritual family and grants us an identity which helps us make sense of the present and guides us into the future. The Bible is book that tells the story of God and God's love and has changed millions of lives.
But maybe more than anything else, the Bible is a book that seeks not only to tell about the faith of others, but actually to create faith in those who read it today. Make no mistake on this count: the Bible doesn't even begin to pretend to tell a neutral account. It wants you, after you've read it, to confess just like all these other people did. So look out! The Bible seeks not just to be a book, but to be your book, to be our book, drawing us into its story, so that we might look at everything, including our own lives, differently.
Two NEW opportunities this week to engage in God's Word as a community:
- WOW- Word on Wednesday at 2 PM (weekly- no class on October 16)
You've Got Mail! A look at the Apostle Paul and the many letters that he wrote. Next to Jesus, Paul is one of the most influential people in the Bible, reminding his church family over and over to remember who they are in Christ~ chosen, loved, forgiven and free!
- Theology on Tap: Thursday, October 3 at Norman Quacks in Forest Lake (monthly gathering)
A minister, an atheist and a few other people walk into a bar...People have been gathering in pubs and public spaces for ages, talking about life, philosophy, faith and deep questions of meaning. COME! Bring your questions, your curiosity, and pull up a chair!
Open the BOOK! See you in CHURCH and at QUACKS!
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SPECIAL NOTE:
There have been a few suspicious emails that were sent out to some of our Church Members appearing to be from Hosanna Staff Members. Please note that we will NEVER ask you for money for personal information using our own personal email addresses. Be sure all emails coming from Hosanna Staff Members end in @hosannaforestlake.net and not gmail, yahoo, aol, etc. before you reply.
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Prayer Requests
At Hosanna, a person remains on the prayer chain for two weeks. However, in cases of long-term illness, hospice, or by request, the members of the prayer chain will pray for a person and/or situation in need, as long as requested.
Healing, Recovering, or Facing Other Issues
Todd Moorhouse
Comfort & Strength in Cancer Journey
Rich Hanson
Comfort in Hospice
Warren Gladitsch; Joanne Johnson, mother of Julie Ohman; David Musgjerd, cousin of Kathy Okeson
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THANK YOU!!!
THANKS to Jeff and Angie Taylor, and Mark Friesen for their window washing expertise!
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Wednesdays at Hosanna
We want YOU to join us for Wednesday Nights at Hosanna! Registration is now open on our website!
5:00 pm - Dinner
6:00 pm - Lighthouse Worship
6:45 pm - Faith Formation
7:45 pm - Youth Center Open
Register on our website here:
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Word On Wednesdays: WOW
Wednesdays at 2 pm
beginning October 2
(no class Oct 16)
You've Got Mail! A look at the Apostle Paul and the many letters that he wrote. Next to Jesus, Paul is one of the most influential people in the Bible, reminding his church family over and over to remember who they are in Christ- chosen, loved, forgiven and free. Join Pastor Linda as we open up these letters!
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Rangers Supporting Rangers Food Drive
Now - November 24
Rangers Supporting Rangers (RSR) provides food support to district students and families with a financial need. RSR fills backpacks with food so that kids can have food security over the weekends and during school breaks.
Donate- Bags available Sundays & Wednesday or use your own.
Pick up quick and easy cook/eat items such as:
cereal bars, individual cereals, pop tarts, individual oatmeal, cans of fruit and veggies, cans of soups, individual meal cups-then bring them to Hosanna!
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Senior Adult Ministry's
Monthly Lunch Out
Thursday, October 3
11:30 AM
SAM will be having their monthly lunch out on Thursday, October 3, at 11:30 AM at Sal's Angus Grill in Wyoming. If you are interested in attending, contact the church office.
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Theology on Tap
Thursday, October 3
7 PM
Norman Quack's in Forest Lake
A minister, an atheist and a few other people walk into a bar... The minister says, "Drinking is against God's will for you!" The atheist responds, "He forgot to tell that to Jesus..." So begins a conversation... People have been gathering in pubs and public spaces for ages, talking about life, philosophy, faith and deep questions of meaning. COME! Bring your questions, your curiosity, and pull up a chair.
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Teens & Kids in Grief Workshop
Every Thursday
from October 3 - November 7
6 PM at Boutwell's Landing
A
grief support group for school-aged kids (5-18 years old), where they can learn about death,
grief, and remembering their loved one, while forming a community of support with other kids who have experienced the death of someone they love. While the kids & teens have their session, parents/guardians gather for their own support. Free, but preregistration is required.
For more information call: Chaplain Bob Furniss at 651-430-4578
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October Book Club:
Born A Crime by Trevor Noah
Monday, October 7
7 PM in the Gathering Space
Trevor Noah's unlikely path from apartheid South Africa to the desk of
The Daily Show began with a criminal act: his birth. Trevor was born to a white Swiss father and a black Xhosa mother at a time when such a union was punishable by five years in prison. Living proof of his parents' indiscretion, Trevor was kept mostly indoors for the earliest years of his life, bound by the extreme and often absurd measures his mother took to hide him from a government that could, at any moment, steal him away. Finally liberated by the end of South Africa's tyrannical white rule, Trevor and his mother set forth on a grand adventure, living openly and freely and embracing the opportunities won by a centuries-long struggle.
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Special Viewing of:
Screenagers
TUESDAY OCTOBER 8
Faith Lutheran Church
Reservations Required
Free & Open to Public Pizza Dinner-6 PM
Movie 6:30 (children 10+)
Childcare Available
Filmmaker and physician Delaney Ruston uses a personal lens and professional eye to help parents flip the script on stress, anxiety, and depression. The movie sets out to understand the challenges for teens to have emotional well-being and how we, as parents and schools, empower teens to overcome mental health challenges, and build emotional agility, communication savvy, and stress resilience. Insights from brain researchers, psychologists, and thought-leaders, reveal evidence-based ways to support mental wellness among our youth. The impact of social media and other screen time is raised in Screenagers NEXT CHAPTER and how it may impact our teen's mental health.
For more information and to reserve tickets go to:
faithfl.org
Sponsored by Faith Cherish all Children Team
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Global Missions Night
Wednesday, October 9
6:45 PM
Come and learn about the two separate international trips Hosanna is taking this year. We will have special guest Rev. Peter Harrits to teach us more about the Healing Haiti trip in June 2020.
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Beer & Hymns Sing:
Oktoberfest!
Sunday, October 13
7 PM - 9 PM
Vannelli's By The Lake
Beer & Hymns! is a fundraiser benefiting the 2020 Lakes Area Feed My Starving Children MobilePack. Featuring hymns led by Charlie O and friends.
Tickets $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Tickets include 1 drink ticket (beer, wine, soda)
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Youth Haunted Hayride &
Lock-In
5:00 pm Dinner
6:00 pm LightHouse Worship
7:00 pm Depart for Hayride OR Stay for movie and games
9:00 pm Estimate return to Hosanna from Hayride
Friends are welcome to join, everyone under 18 NEEDS a parent/guardian authorization signed. Cost for this event: Hayride- $20 and Lock-in- $5 (online registration available, there is $1.00 convenience fee added) Talk to Pastor Jen with questions or concerns.
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Family Field Trip to Pinehaven Farms
Friday, October 18
9:30 to 11:30 am
Cost: $9 (includes a pie pumpkin) OR
$10 with Bus Transportation
Recommended ages 3+
Fall fun over MEA weekend. Join this family field trip as we explore the farm on a TROLLEY ride, see some live critters (feed and pet), play and more!
Parent/Guardians are expected to attend with your child(ren). This is an open trip hosted by Hosanna for church families, Sunshine Discovery Families and community. Bring your friends!
All participants need to fill out a registration form. If "Bus option" selected we depart at 9:15 am and return 12:00 pm. A snack provided during trip.
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Befrienders Consortium on Amborella House
Monday, October 21
7 PM
St. Bridget of Sweden in Lindstrom
Terri is the Director of Amborella House, a ministry helping people being trafficked escape that destructive life, and heal. They are working to provide a safe shelter, and resources to re-establish a healthy life. Terri will speak about the issue of trafficking, and how it is operating in rural communities, as well as urban areas. Learn how we can promote awareness, health, and wholeness in our community. Everyone is invited to attend.
Bring your friends and anyone interested.
Sponsored by The Lakes Area Listening Consortium.
Call Heidi Gieske with Questions...651-257-2474 #25
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Trunk-Or-Treat At Hosanna
Thursday, October 31
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Start your night of Trick-Or-Treating at Hosanna for our
Trunk-Or-Treat Spooktacular! We will have decorated
trunks, candy, contests and hot dogs!
Interested in providing your trunk? Fill out the form
here by Thursday, October 24! There are prizes for the best decorated trunks!
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Fall Clean-Up
Saturday, November 2
8 AM
Join us for our annual
Fall
Clean-Up on Saturday, November 2 at 8 AM! There will be coffee, cider, treats and duties for people of all ages!
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Midnight Madness!
Friday, November 8 at 8 PM
Until Saturday, November 9 at 9 AM
This is an exciting night of fun filled with adventure and community. Unite with over 500 youth from the Twin Cities area as we travel through the night to various recreational activities. All friends are welcome!
Locations: Augsburg University Kennedy Center + Football dome, Grand Slam, New Vision Theater, Mermaid Bowling
Cost: $35 and a backpack snack for Rangers Supporting Rangers Food donation
Deadline to register: Wednesday, November 6th
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Hosanna Staff
Linda Friesen, Pastor
651-272-5694
Jen Collins, Pastor
Rob Anderson, Director of Worship and Music
Kelsey Grachek, Executive Assistant
Roxanne Anderson, Finance
Kathy Kuehn, Kitchen Manager
Charlie Ollman, Choir Director
Mary Gookins, Handbell Choir Director
Lisa Sauer, Children's Choir Director
Phyllis Lindberg, Accompanist
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