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Lenten Services at Lake of the Isles
Wednesdays at 11:30
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Over 30 years ago, when I was a tour guide in Scandinavia, I would spend my free Saturday mornings at a flea market in Copenhagen. There you could find the usual items…old books, antique China and slightly tarnished silverware. But on one occasion I came across a truly unusual item, a century-old Russian icon. After the fall of the Soviet Union, icons would flood the markets, but at that time they were still rare. The seller in the flea market told me the story of the Russian immigrant who brought the icon with him for his family in Denmark. The story behind the icon alone was compelling enough to buy it and bring it home to Minneapolis. Little did I know then that I would have two Russian boys living in our home ten years later.
Icons are an important dimension of the Orthodox Christian faith. It is a heritage shared by Ukrainians and Russians. They are to be revered, but never worshiped. They have a personal story as well as a spiritual story. Interestingly, the same is true for church bells. The icon is meant to be both an image of the divine and a window into the divine. Icons are meant for both teaching and meditation.
In solidarity with the people of Ukraine, I have chosen to focus on the icons used in the Orthodox Great Lent for our Wednesday Lenten worship series. You may be surprised how different the Western and Eastern Churches look upon this season of preparation for Easter. On Ash Wednesday we began with the Parable of the Publican and the Pharisees. From there we will move on to the Fall of Adam and Eve, St. John Climacus and St. Mary of Egypt, and the Veneration of the Holy Cross.
Join us in person on Wednesdays in Lent at 11:30 for Marty Haugen’s familiar music. The service will be live-streamed on our YouTube channel as well.
Peace, Pastor Arden Haug
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Inspired by Christ, living and growing in faith, Lake of the Isles is a loving and open community of worship, witness, & service in God's world
In-Person,
Livestream Worship,
& Sunday School
Sundays – 9:30 AM
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Upcoming Events
March 2 11:30 AM
Ash Wednesday Service
Sanctuary & YouTube
March 2 7:00 PM
Ash Wednesday Service
Sanctuary
March 4
Our Saviour's Shelter Meal
March 5 – 9:30 AM
Priscilla Circle
Christy Room
March 10 -- 7:00 PM
Growlers & Theology
Library
March 13 -- 9:30 AM
St Patrick's Day Service
Sanctuary
March 17 -- 7:00 PM
Council Meeting
Christy Room & Zoom
March 17 -- 7:00 PM
Women's Bible Study
Library
March 20 -- 12:00 PM
Smörgåsbord
Fellowship Hall
March 24 -- 7:00 PM
Growlers & Theology
Library
March 25 -- 5:00 PM
Women's Book Group
Home of Deb Gilroy
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The Year of the Windows Has Begun |
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In the late 1940’s the stained glass windows at Lake of the Isles were installed by
Gaytee Stained Glass of Minneapolis. The prominent window on the east side overlooking the lake was given by members of the church in honor of the ministry of the founding pastor and his wife Dr. William Passavant Christy for Easter 1947. The rest of the windows were given by a few members, but the majority were given by neighborhood home owners who believed in the ministry of the fledgling congregation on the north end of the Lake of the Isles. Nearly, 80 years later, the stained glass windows continue to be a visual treasure.
Unfortunately, there is one flaw inherent in stained glass windows. Over time, the lead which holds the stained glass pieces in place softens from the heat of the sun. Different colors warm faster and cause the glass to buckle and bow. This is quite evident in the balcony window.
Through your gifts last year, we raised sufficient funds to begin a two- step mitigation process to protect the windows until they can be cleaned and restored. The exterior layer of protective glass, which has becoming milky and yellow in places, is being replaced by new clear glass. More importantly, this exterior glass has special venting allowing the excess heat to be released rather than build up causing the lead to melt. The first panes are being set in place this week. This work has been fully paid for.
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The congregation’s next fund raising goal will be to raise funds for the cleaning, new lead and restoration of the individual seven windows surrounding the main floor of the sanctuary. The Church Council recognizes that this work will not be completed in one year, nor will we receive the funds in a single year. Each window will cost approximately $15,000. The good news to share is that we have already received a commitment for the larger stained glass window in the balcony, so the year of the windows has truly begun.
If you would like to gift a complete window to Lake of the Isles, please speak
with Pastor Haug.
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Children's Ministry February 2022 |
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A Few Notes for Your Calendar
March 13: Tom Klein uillean bagpiper visits Sunday School
AND Daylight savings time begins on this day too!
March 27: No Sunday School (spring break)
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Tom Klein Visit
March 13
We look forward to our annual visit from Tom Klein on March 13. Tom will give a demonstration of his uilleann bagpipe to the Sunday School children during Sunday School on this day!
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Our Saviour's Housing Meals 2022 |
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For many years, Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church has provided a meal on the first Friday each month. Due to COVID-19, our monthly meals are by donation. The shelter orders & serves the meal. Cost per meal is $250.
Thank you to Arden & Janna Haug, and Pauline Haug for FEB 4 contribution.
Our 2022 schedule:
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MAR 4
APR 1
MAY 6
JUN 3
AUG 5
JUL 1
AUG 5
SEP 2
OCT 7
NOV 4
DEC 2
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Susanne Haas & Ross Formell
Kathy & Mark Hering
Kristi & Bob Brownson
Jim Olson
Rick Gripentrog
Mary Jubenville, Mary Flynn, Denise Wilkens, & Linda Nelson
Rick Gripentrog
Debby & Remi Pizzaro
Jean & Bruce Carlson
Mary Sabatke
Carol Kuehn & Family
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1900 11th Ave S
Minneapolis, MN
55404-2000
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Most Needed Items
February 28 – April 1
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Visit our website for more food needs
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A Member of The Food Group
A Member of Second Harvest Heartland I A Member of Hunger S0 1ut1ons Minnesota
A Member of Greater lwin Cities United Way
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Culturally-Specific
- Dry Lentils (1-2 lb. bags)
- Dry Beans: black-eyed, great northern, black
- Fish Sauce
- Jasmine Rice (1-2 lb. bags)
Popular and Culturally-Universal
- Cooking oils (vegetable, olive)
- Jar Pasta Sauce
- Diced Tomatoes
- Honey
- Pork n' Beans
- Baked Beans
- Canned Tuna, Sardines, Chicken
- Ground Coffee
- Snack Crackers
- Peanut Butter
- Canned Ravioli
- Canned Chili
Hygiene
- Toilet Paper
- Dish soap
- Baby _Wipes
- BarSoap
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Join us
March 5TH
9:30 AM
for a time of camaraderie
in the Christy Room
There is no membership requirement or time commitment.
Just come to enjoy the fellowship, for a few minutes, or a couple of hours!
(No knitting skills required)
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Growlers & Theology
March 10th & 24th
The informal study of theology and adult beverages continues. Following the model of Luther in his home in Wittenberg, Germany, Pastor Haug will lead this month's gathering on Thursday, Mar 10TH & 24TH at 7:00 PM CST in the Library & on Zoom.
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Daylight Saving Time
March 13th
Daylight saving time 2022 in Minnesota will begin at 2:00 AM on Sunday, March 13.
Remember to set your clocks ahead one hour!
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Irish Music for St. Patrick's Day Worship
March 13th
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Many Roman Catholic and Protestant churches celebrate the life of St. Patrick as a missionary to Ireland. At sixteen, Patrick was kidnapped by Irish pirates and sold into slavery in Ireland. He himself admitted that up to this point he cared little for God. He escaped after six years, returned to his family in southwest Britain, and began to prepare for ordained ministry. He later returned to Ireland, this time to serve as bishop and missionary. He made his base in the north of Ireland and from there made many missionary journeys with much success. |
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We will celebrate the missionary life of St. Patrick in our morning worship service on Sunday, March 13th. Irish music will be performed by Tom Klein, a master uilleann piper. The uilleann pipes are a unique Irish bagpipe. Instead of standing and playing, performers sit and pump a bellow with their elbow.He will perform for the Sunday School as well.
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We are studying Children of the Day,
by Beth Moore.
Our sessions are at 7:00 PM in the Library on March 17,
April 21,
May 19 & June 16.
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Book Club is
March 25 at the home of Debra Gilroy at 5:00 PM. The book is Becoming Mrs. Lewis, by Patti Callahan.
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Smörgåsbord- Scandinavian Brunch
March 20th, 2022 at 12 noon
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MENU
A Variety of Breads, Hard Tack and Butter
Brantevikssill - Pickled herring with allspice, lemon, dill Tomato & Sweet Chili Herring
Herb and Sour Cream Herring
Two kinds of Scandinavian Cheese
Eggs topped with Creamed Caviar
Gravlax - Vodka and Dill Marinated Salmon served with
Sweet Dill Mustard Sauce
Cold Roast Beef Salad - roast beef, potatoes, capers, roasted onions - with Remoulade sauce
Pickled Cucumbers
Pickled Beets
Jansson’s Temptation - creamy potato dish
Swedish Meatballs and Lingonberries
Swedish Sausage and Mustard
Sweet and Sour Red Cabbage
Apricot Stuffed Pork Loin served with Rosemary flavored Cream Sauce
Almond Cake topped with Whipped Cream and Strawberries
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Adults, $27.00, all inclusive
Children 5-12, $12.50
Children under 5, free of charge
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Easter Flowers
March 27 Deadline
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Order your Easter Flowers throught March 27th
Selections include:
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White Lilies ..........................................$9.00
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Red, Purple, or Yellow Tulips...............$8.50
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Purple, Yellow, or White Mums.. .........$9.00
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Pink Hydrangeas: ...............................$16.25
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All are welcome to join!
Prayer Ministry continues. We meet the first Tuesday of the month in the Christy Room.
Other Tuesdays will be via Zoom.
9:15 - 10:00 AM.
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LOTI is available during office hours for a time of quiet meditation. You can use the sanctuary to spend time in prayer, light a candle, listen to recorded sacred music, and/or use a guided meditation tool. Please call the church office to reserve a time. (612) 377-5095 |
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Wednesday Morning Bible Study |
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We are delighted that our Wednesday morning Bible Study is in person!
Pastor Haug leads the morning bible study group in the Library & via Zoom at 10:00 AM Wednesdays.
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To view, go to our YouTube channel, or to find the livestream link & worship service bulletin go to loti.org. |
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We're now hosting Coffee Hour after the service in the Fellowship Hall.
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Happy Birthday!
Kristi Brownson
Beryl Waldeland
Pat Nortwen
Lee Wilson
Debra Gilroy
Jill Gruys
Wesley Bartels
Sam Reisberg
Kris Rizzotto
Andrew Schwarm
Clara Rizzotto
John Fitch
Spencer Reisberg
Eivor Lund
Jennifer Lundblad
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Altar Servers
06 Linda Nelson & Mary Flynn
13 Cathy Carlson & Kathy Hering
20 David & Carolyn Hagford
27 Mary & David Goplen
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Ushers
06 Casey Christy
13 Pierre LaMere
20 David Hagford
27 Mary Flynn
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Worship Assistants
06 Mark Duff & Michelle McCreery
09 Mary Sabatke
13 Michelle McCreery & Mark Duff
16 Michelle McCreery
20 Mary Sabatke & Marty Carlson
23 Mark Duff
27 Marty Carlson & Kathy Hering
30 Marty Carlson
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Readers
06 Jean Carlson
13 David Hagford
20 Diane Stensrud
27 Lorraine Spies
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Coffee Hour Hosts
06 Eivor Lund
13 Anita Duder
20 Mary Flynn
27 Naomi & Eric Mechels
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Staff Members
Sarah & Trevor Skorburg – Caretakers
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We welcome your input to our newsletter. Contact us if you would like to submit events, schedules or other information to share with the LOTI congregation.
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Council Members
Pamela Aagaard
Ross Bartels – Treasurer
Catherine Carlson
Casey Christy
David Hagford
Steve Hoyt – Vice President
Eric Mechels
Katie Messerli
Michelle Reisberg
Tori Reisberg – Youth
Jon Sprain – Secretary
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Lake of the Isles Lutheran Church
2020 W Lake of the Isles Parkway
Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 377-5095
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