Communion: God With Us, Community Together
By Mike Carlson, Lead Pastor
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Join Us for Online Worship This and Every Weekend
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We stay in community through weekly worship, so please join us for
online worship:
- Saturday at 5 p.m. (Contemporary) *
- Sunday at 9 a.m. (Traditional) *
- Sunday at 10:15 a.m. (Contemporary) **
- Sunday at 4 p.m. (Depot Church in Hugo)
** NEW Watch Sundays at 2 p.m. on Fox 9+ WFTC
* NEW DIAL-UP AUDIO OPTION: 651-337-8284
Dial in for live and on-demand worship
for the Saturday 5 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. services.
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Sail-e-bration!
DRIVE-THRU EVENT at St. Andrew’s
Wednesday, June 24, 4-7 p.m.
Rain Date: June 25
Let's all make some waves as we go on a brief cruise for joy in the Sanctuary lot of St. Andrew’s! Each car will receive a cruise itinerary, a free candle and lifesavers! There will be live music, and we'll be able to get a virtual tour of the new Fellowship Hall! We'll also be accepting donations of Granola Bars for guests of the Community Resource Center, as well as cash/check donations for the
St. Andrew's Immediate Relief Assistance Fund, which will support relief efforts for immediate needs such as short-term housing assistance, food donations, etc
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ENTER ON HILTON TRAIL! Remember: Do not abandon ship! (Don't get out of your car.) It's a way to have Partner-SHIP, Disciple-SHIP, Wor-SHIP, and Fellow-SHIP as we drive thru the lots of St. Andrew's! To make room for everyone, we ask families whose last names begin with these letters to come during these hours (if possible, but please come any time):
4 p.m. A-G 5 p.m. H-M 6 p.m. N-Z
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Virtual Ordination Service for
Stephanie Anderson
Tuesday, June 16, 5 p.m.
Livestreamed from the Sanctuary!
A deacon, a Minister of Word and Service, is one of the two rosters of ministry leaders in the ELCA (the other is a pastor, as Minister of Word and Sacrament). Deacons, like pastors, are formally called to serve the church, but uniquely at the threshold of church and world. Not all Deacons serve in congregations - they often work in para-church organizations or faith-based non-profit organizations. Wherever they work, they are called to serve especially among the marginalized and to equip others for service. Stephanie was called to serve St. Andrew's by a congregational vote in February.
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Vacation Bible School
June 22-26
“On Earth As in Heaven” will explore the Lord’s Prayer through worship and songs, exciting Bible storytelling, global connections, and creative activities -- right in your own home! Join our 30-minute broadcast every morning with Elena Cressy, Josh Carlson, Sue Lennartson, and special guests, with choices for additional interactive activities you can do together at home. There will be no cost to participate in VBS this year and we encourage you to invite others to join in, too! Learn more at
saintandrews.org/vbs
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Confirmation Camp
*NEW DATES* June 15-19
Camp is being moved a week later than originally scheduled to give families an additional week break after the end of an unusual school year.
“Dare Mighty Things” dives into biblical stories of those who dared mighty things and how we can all be mighty today! We’ll use a blend of videos and interactive groups to create an experience that will connect us to each other and to God through interactive morning worship, small group Bible studies, house games and large group games, and, of course, evening campfires. Your “Camp in a Box” will be delivered to your doorstep the weekend of June 13-14 with everything you need for the week!
Cost is $30 per middle school participant. (Scholarships are available if cost is of concern. Please simply enter “SCHOLARSHIP” in the discount code box to register at no charge.)
Read more.
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Pastor Mike's Daily
Morning Message
Did you know Pastor Mike is on Facebook Live every morning? Tune in
right here
@mcarlson3 every morning for a brief inspirational message and a little perspective on life.
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Online Bible Studies Underway
- LIVE ONLINE - "Living Hope" with Pastors Carlson and Breckenridge every Thursday at 10 a.m. Through July 2 -- jump in any time! Jonah: thru July 2. We'll send you a reminder and the link to join in -- sign up here.
- "Gospel on Monday" with Pastor John Straiton, audio on-demand goes up every Monday morning, so listen right here.
- LIVE ONLINE - 7:30 a.m. Men's Tuesday Bible Study -- now online! Join the Zoom link right here, password is 905957. It's also recorded here for on-demand class.
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Together in Grief
Mondays, 6-7:30 p.m.
June 15, 29; July 13, 20; Aug. 3, 17, 31
St. Andrew’s is introducing a new, virtual, facilitated support group for those who are experiencing the loss of loved ones.
Group Facilitators are Pat and Lon Pardun who have facilitated a grief support in their church for the last few years. Pat is licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist and as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Cost for the summer session of seven meetings is $20.
To learn more about the group please contact Pat Pardun at pat@soundmindnow.com or 651-433-2130.
Use this link to register
or contact Lisa Grundtner at lgrundtner@saintandrews.org or 651-762-9117.
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Curbside Food Bag Pick-ups
Thursdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Pre-packed bags of shelf-stable items along with milk, cheese, eggs and bread.
No appointment necessary. All are welcome!
Call 651-762-9148 with any questions.
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***NEW MATERIAL Added Frequently***
From Dock at Home to Preschool Chapel to Game Night and more, Join the Creative Fun with Children, Youth and Family!
A plethora of information and resources that's frequently updated with fresh information. Our Children, Youth & Family Ministry Team continues to find creative ways to stay in touch even if we can’t gather in person. Explore
these creative activities and events
to get involved and stay connected!
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Financial Gifts and Offering
We thank you for your generosity during these disrupting times and remind you there are three ways to give to St. Andrew's:
- Gifts can be made online at saintandrews.org/give
- Gifts can be sent through the U.S. Post Office. If you need postage-paid envelopes, please call our finance office at 651-762-9101.
- Gifts of Stock/IRA/Other: please reach out Patricia Ingberg at 651-762-9174 or pingberg@saintandrews.org.
Thank you for your generous support of St. Andrew's, and please be safe with your health and your money.
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Counseling, Grief and Support
We are facing unprecedented challenges, but you don’t have to walk through them alone. St. Andrew’s Pastoral Care ministry exists to reach out to members, friends and families of the church and community to share Christ’s healing love with all people.
Click here for details.
Our care team consists of Pastoral Staff, a spiritual advisor, a parish nurse, a resource counselor and a variety of caring individuals experienced in walking with people through the storms of life, bringing the presence of Christ and promise of God to others.
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Holy Invitations:
Summer Spiritual Practices
Meets Monthly on Tuesdays, 6-7 p.m. on Zoom
July 7, Aug. 4, and Sept. 1
Zoom Meeting ID: 975 4653 3474
Password: 380876
Every month on Zoom we will virtually add a new spiritual practice to your spiritual toolbox. This will include, but not limited to, Lectio/Visio Divina, The Examen, Breath Prayer, and more. Join Spiritual Directors Heidi Lender, Pastor Brian Norsman, and Peg Reutten, the leaders of this year's
“Listening Circles,”
in learning a new monthly spiritual practice through a virtual large group interactive and contemplative format. All are welcome any and all weeks. For more information, contact Heidi Lender at
hlender@saintandrews.org
or Pastor Brian Norsman at
bnorsman@saintandrews.org
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Funeral Notifications
Members can now receive email notification on upcoming funerals and memorial services by signing up at
saintandrews.org/funerals
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Update Your Contact Information
If you want to change or add email addresses or mobile phone numbers to ensure you receive messages in your preferred location, you can do that
here
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office@saintandrews.org
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