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A Message from the Call Committee
Thank you again for putting your faith in us for the task of calling a new Associate Pastor. One of the priorities for the Call Committee is communication. While we want to keep the congregation informed of where we are in the process, we also want to hear from you.
The synod has a structured process for calling pastors, and right now we are completing our Ministry Site Profile (MSP). This is also the step where we need the most input from the congregation. Part of the MSP is letting candidates know what is important to our congregation, what we do well now, and what we want to focus on moving forward. We also include the ministry gifts and tasks that we are looking for in a new Associate Pastor. This is where we need your help. Members of the call committee will be available before and after services for comments, our emails are available (check out the bottom of the article), and we have an online form (insert link to form). Please use any method you are comfortable with. We can also accept names of candidates for consideration, just remember to include their full name, location, and current position.
After we complete the MSP, here is an abbreviated selection of our next steps:
- MSP Acceptance and Approval by the Synod
- First round of candidate names from the Synod
- Filter candidates names for interviews
- Interview rounds
- Selection (Hooray!)
It’s not possible to put a timeline to the process. However, we promise to keep the congregation informed as much as possible of where we are in the process.
Please continue to pray for us, and keep communicating with us as we call our new Associate Pastor.
With thanks,
The Call Committee
Bob Anderson, Email Bob Anderson
Sue Barry-Hagen, Email Sue Barry-Hagen
Derick Larson, Email Derick Larson
Bonnie Sheridan, Email Bonnie Sheridan
Scott Tiesma, Email Scott Tiesma
Jane Warren, Email Jane Warren
Pastor Elizabeth Felt, Email Pastor Elizabeth Felt
You may submit a question, thoughts, possible candidate, or other information for the Call Committee through this FEEDBACK FORM.
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Advent Lutheran Contact Information 2023
From old addresses to disconnected landlines, we've noticed our directory is a bit out of date! Having accurate contact details allows Advent to reach you with important information in a timely manner.
Please take a few minutes to provide correct contact information for you and your family.
You may use THIS FORM to provide your current contact information. This helps ensure that Advent staff have the most up-to-date information to contact you.
You can also update your information in-person at the table in the Fellowship Hall for the next few weeks.
Thank you for your help!
Advent Lutheran Stewardship Committee
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We're "Springing Ahead"
this Sunday, March 12 at 2 am!
Remember to set your clocks ahead one hour!
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Lent, Holy Week, & Easter at Advent
Wednesdays in Lent: 3/15, 3/22, 3/29
Service at 6:30 pm
(Soup Supper beginning at 5:15 pm)
- Palm Sunday Service - 9:30 am (4/2)
- No Worship on Wednesday - (4/5)
- Maundy Thursday Service - 6:30 pm (4/6)
- Good Friday Service - 6:30 pm (4/7)
- Easter Services - 9:00 am & 11:00 am (4/9)
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Worship Support and Soup Supper Help
Please consider helping our community during this special time of worship and gathering.
Sign up for Service help HERE.
Sign up for Kitchen help HERE.
Thank you!
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Cinnamon Roll Fundraiser
Easter Sunday
Join us for delicious "LuAnn-made" cinnamon rolls between services on Easter Sunday! A free-will donation will be collected to help offset the cost of Advent's all-age service learning trip this summer!
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High School Seniors!
The Advent Endowment Committee is accepting applications for available college scholarships. The application can be completed and submitted electronically HERE, or by going to Advent's WEBSITE. Applications are due by Friday, March 31, no later than 4 pm.
We encourage you to apply! Advent is very blessed to have scholarships available to high school seniors who are involved in our congregation.
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Dwelling In Christ
Led by Carla Waterman
Imagine you are the Apostle Paul. You are trying to find language to speak of the risen Christ now dwelling with, in and through God’s people. What images do you choose? What pictures do you paint to help first century people grasp this new, startling reality? And how do Paul’s images in the first century help us understand our own life in Christ?
This Lenten Adult Forum will explore Paul’s imagery of “indwelling” coupled with relevant prayer practices that will help us center our minds and hearts on the reality of Christ’s indwelling presence in our lives. This class will invite participants to explore new ways to practice Christ’s presence in everyday life.
- "Our God-Bathed World" - Dallas Willard (3/12)
- “Walk as children of light” (3/19)
- “Put on the armor of God” (3/26)
- “You are God’s workmanship” (4/2)
You may join the meeting in-person in the Good Shepherd Room or join this offering on ZOOM
In addition to playing the piano, Carla Waterman spent twenty years teaching Christian spirituality to seminarians and worship pastors. She is delighted to offer this course here at Advent.
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Wednesday Night Lenten Speaker Series - March 15, 22, 29
Following Wednesday Worship
Conversations with Community Leaders
Our community is greater than just those immediately around us, our community is also where our people live and the communities around us. Come for worship and stay for conversations with community leaders and Pastor Elizabeth as they discuss the challenges they face, and how Advent’s community can partner with them.
Our speakers are:
- March 15, State Representative Bahner, Osseo & majority of Maple Grove
- March 22, Dr. Aga King, Head of Human Rights Commission, Brooklyn Park
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SAVE THE DATE!
Thursday, March 16, 2023
4:00 - 7:00 pm
Church of the Open Door
9060 Zanzibar Lane No., Maple Grove
Eat Your Art Out:
$20/$10 under 12 OR $40 per family
Join us for an evening of delicious food, unique shopping, pottery demonstrations, and more, all in support of struggling families in our local community.
@CROSSservicesMN
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Portico Construction Update
By the end of this week, the electrician will be done with the electrical rough-in, and the painters are scheduled for Monday. When the electrical and painting is completed, the site will be cleaned up and they will continue work on the roof and the sloped wall. They will also cap the edges to match Advent's existing roof. The sidewalks and driveway will be completed when warmer temperatures arrive and asphalt plants open.
After the tarps are down, Langer will put a temporary ramp at the end of the walkway so we can use the entrance again. Our hope is that the main entrance will be open for Easter.
Parking During Construction
To keep us safer during the portico construction, plan to
enter the parking lot from Jefferson Avenue
and exit through the TopLine parking lot.
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Gift of Love - March
Minnesota FoodShare Month
LET’S FILL IT UP!! The gaylord (a big box) is here in the atrium near the front doors for collecting your March product donations for CROSS Services. As part of our Gift of Love and the Minnesota FoodShare March Campaign we will be collecting food and other necessities for CROSS Services food market. Please see the list of the most needed items at the end of this article.
The Minnesota FoodShare March Campaign has been replenishing Minnesota’s food shelves for 42 years, the largest grassroot food and fund drive in the state. Did you know that the 2021 projected food insecurity rate was 8.6%, up from 7.7% in 2019? 3.7 million visits were made to Minnesota food shelves in 2021. Cross Services visits have been growing continually over the last several months.
In addition to your product donations, your Gift of Love gifts will enable CROSS to purchase more of certain products that can be purchased at discounts. Thank you in advance for your continued support of CROSS Services with your thoughtful March donations.
Most needed product donation items:
- Peanut Butter & Jelly
- Rice – white
- Tuna and canned chicken
- Flour, sugar, oil
- Mayo and ketchup
- Pasta and spaghetti sauce
- Laundry detergent
- Dish soap
- Diapers, sizes 4 and up
- Toothbrushes, toothpaste
- Shampoo
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This Workshop has been rescheduled to dates in March.
Advent parishioners may participate at no charge.
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Sunday Church School
Children ages 3 years old through 5th grade begin Sunday Church School in Worship, and then, prior to the sermon, transition to a special activity with Cindy Paulson, Director of Faith Formation. After the activity children will return to worship to celebrate communion with their families
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Confirmation Schedule for February & March
- 3/15 - Confirmation
- 3/22 - Confirmation
Please review the sign-up HERE for students and/or parents to volunteer at these Wednesday services. Your help is appreciated!
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Worship at Advent
Join us for worship!
Sundays, 9:30 am
Please join us in the Sanctuary or Watch Online.
Other details:
Once on the website for livestreaming worship, you can click Worship Recordings to see or share a worship service. Recorded services are available for three months after original date.
The Give link provides a place for you to make a monetary donation to Advent’s mission.
Wednesday Evening Worship, 6:30 pm
(5:15 pm Soup Supper through Lent)
Please join us in the Sanctuary. Only specially noted services will be livestreamed.
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Prayer
Prayer is our personal connection with God and guides us individually and as a church. It is a vital part of our faith life, and an important way we can continue to minister to one another. We know that God hears our prayers and will empower us to see God’s will in our lives!
Pray for our church and our world this week - for our community as we come together for worship each week and seek ways to live justly and safely together, and for all people on our weekly prayer list:
Jan N., Mary B., Mark P., Pat D., Linda G., Pettie B., Sally L., Sherry B., Barb H., Tracy S., Amy J., Joanne M., Emily, Harry S., Michelle S., Ali, Matt, Darlene K., Heather S., Bob, Jean, Chuck M., Roxanne A., Barb H., Bob T., Jeanne B., Jim M., Susan H., Linda & Lowell R., Mary, Bobbi S., Ellie S., the family of Gladys Olson, and for all to be blessed by the Holy Spirit's faith.
We ask God to provide comfort to those who are struggling with health concerns, grieving the loss of a loved one, and/or experiencing difficulty in their home.
(Due to privacy concerns and internet safety protocol, we cannot publish last names.) For confidential prayer requests, please e-mail our Prayer Chain leaders.
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Pastoral Care
In the case of an emergency:
** Call the church office.
** In the event the church office is closed, please call
763-425-4243, and you will be directed to a way to contact a pastor.
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Bible Study Opportunities
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Pastor-led Bible Study Wednesdays at 11 am. In person and via Zoom Zoom link to Bible Study This study will focus on the upcoming Sunday's gospel lesson.
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Thursday Morning Women’s Bible Study Thursdays at 9:30 am in the Good Shepherd Room. This is a weekly lay-led Bible Study and we are studying "Christian Beliefs". If you would like more information, please contact Jan Christofferson, 763-493-8578. Knowledge of the Bible is not required - we are enjoying learning together the joy of the Lord as we study His Word. Zoom link to Bible Study
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A Reminder about emails from Pastor Elizabeth
When anyone from church receives an email from Pastor Elizabeth, it will only be from this address:
ElizabethFelt@adventlutheran.com
If you see any other email address, it is not from her, and it should be blocked.
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