On Sunday, August 15 we welcome Nils to share with us about his ministry with CWRD. Join us as we learn about the work of this ministry and pray together for children around the world. Read the most recent news in the summer CWRD Update.
This video shares about CWRD children's ministry in Mexico.
Beloved Community
‘This is the message you’ve heard from the beginning: you should love one another.’ Sundays text makes it sound so simple, but loving one another is easier said than done!
Frist John 3:11-24 pushes us to really examine if our love for one another is authentic? And if our love isn’t authentic, then what is it? Check out this video from bible project.
Parenting Class
It's not too late to join our Wednesday night parenting class on Zoom. This class will explore Biblical teaching and share wisdom on how to talk with your children about sex and gender. Check out the curriculum hereand the intro video. Please RSVP to Angie and use the youth calendaror app for your Zoom links. Parents and grandparents of all ages are welcome.
Baptism
Have you been considering being baptized? Have you recently made a life commitment to follow Jesus as your Lord? We would love to hear about it and celebrate. Please contact Pastor John.
What does the Evangelical Covenant Church believe about baptism? Learn more here.
Study Elijah with Priscilla Shirer
Have you every wanted to learn more about Elijah? Join Priscilla Shirer on this 7-session journey through the life and ministry of the prophet Elijah to discover how the fire on Mount Carmel was forged in the valley of famine. And how the emboldened, fiery faith you desire is being fashioned by God in your life right now. Raise your virtual hand to express your interest here.
'Adding Zest to Life' Webinar from NWC
This six-week Zoom webinar series will explore a holistic approach to living vital lives. It is designed to inspire boomers and beyond to hear what God is saying about their value in His plan. It starts on Wednesday, Sept. 1 at noon, and will meet in a large class and breakout rooms, as participants explore the SPICES framework—a holistic approach to living vital lives.
The Nokomis East Neighborhood Association has continued their twice-a-month food distribution efforts. Crosstown serves as the home base for this initiative to help our Bossen neighbors. If you would like to help with food packaging or distribution through September, use the link below to sign-up. Thanks Halbach girls for volunteering!
Steph Page and Stories Foundation where a part of an article in "Social Worker Today." Steph was here on Sunday, July 11 sharing about her mission to help people heal from trafficking.
Last Family Play Dates
Aug 16 at 6:00pm Lake Nokomis Community Center Park
Aug 20 at 10:00am Richfield Community Center
All the date, time, and location details in the church app under the Children's calendar.
📅Save the Date...
Council Meeting August 9
NENA Food Distribution Aug 11
Family Play Date Lake Nokomis Community Park Aug 16
Have you changed phone numbers, changed churches, or changed your email in the last year? Please send an update to the office as we prepare to publish the directory in September.
Office Hours
Monday-Friday 9:00-3:00
Office will be closed Aug 6
Pastor John is on vacation Aug 2-8
Kristi is on vacation Aug 5-11
Pastor Polly is on vacation Aug 9-23
No Newsletter Next Week!
Next week's campers are Carter Olson and Stella Gillen-Rexroad.
