October 6, 2023

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Sunday, October 8, 2023

In-Person Worship 

8:30AM & 10:30AM

YouTube Livestream at 10:30AM

Click on the link below to watch the YouTube Livestream worship service this Sunday.

Church News

In Memoriam

Helen Schold

Dear friends in Christ,

We hold in prayer our sister in Christ, Helen Schold who died on September 20th at the age of 103. She became a member at St. Barnabas in 2001. A funeral service will take place in Brookings, SD and a celebration of Helen's life will be scheduled for a later date in Minneapolis, MN. 

Isaiah 41 tells us to "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." The Good News of God is that we are not alone in times of trouble. During this time of grief, we place our hope and trust in the sure and certain hope of the resurrection of Christ, and ask you to keep this family in your loving prayers. 

To view Helen's obituary: Click Here

New Member “Discovery Class”

this Sunday Between Services

Are you interested in learning more about St. Barnabas and membership? We will offer discovery class times and provide packets of information and discussion on our vision, goals, and theology. All are welcome to attend, and attending does not mean you are expected to join. But, for those who choose to take the next step of membership, we will receive new members on Sunday, October 22 at both services. Please speak to a pastor if you are interested in more information about the class.

Fall 6-Week Small Group Study on “Civic Life and Faith” October 8-November 14

Our Fall Small Group Study begins this Sunday. We will have multiple days and times available for sign up. If you’ve never joined a group in the past, make this year the year to start. Our topic this Fall will be the ELCA “Civic Life and Faith” study which uses DVD and discussion sheets to discern what it means to be a faithful Christian in our world today, and in light of complex issues. Sign-up sheets are located in the Welcome Center.

Missions, Inc. Visitor:

Our October Gift of Love is collected for Missions, Inc., a local non-profit that provides chemical health, domestic violence, and long-term care services. Kaylie Burns Gahagan, Director of Development and Communications, will be with us in worship on October 15th, and will present a forum in the Alcove between services.

Other News & Church Activities

Our former intern, Lydia Svenulski, will be ordained as pastor on Saturday, October 14 at 10:30am. The ordination is held at Christus Victor Lutheran Church (7510 Palomino Drive, Apple Valley). She has been called as pastor to Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Hopkins. All are invited to attend.

Save the Date ~ October 29th

TRUNK-OR-TREAT

October is Spooky Month! Help make spooky fun safe by participating in Trunk-or-Treat on Sunday, October 29th, from 3-5pm. Little ghosts and ghouls will trick-or-treat from trunk to trunk and can enjoy refreshments and games. We need some fun and kid-loving folks to decorate their car trunks and provide treats for the trunk-or-treaters. There’s a sign-up sheet in the narthex for those who would like to enter their vehicle. We are also asking for candy donations which will be passed out that day. Drop off candy in the church office by Friday, October 27th.

“JUST for Fun” Festival ~ October 1st

What a wonderful day at Just for Fun! Our family had such a great time - the food, music, fellowship and the weather were terrific. It was a one-stop shop for picking up some big & little pumpkins. We thank ALL of you who were part of the planning committee and volunteers to make it a special day for St. Barnabas as well as supporting our community with donations to IOCP.

Bob, Carole and Jacki Mills

October, November & December

Devotional Books are here!

“The Word in Season” devotional books are available in the narthex. This daily devotional, published quarterly, enriches life with a contemporary message for today's Christian. It reflects on the themes of Sunday's texts with relevant meditations throughout the week.

Pumpkin Patch!

It’s pumpkin season! Stop by our upper lot and buy a pumpkin or gourd from these amazing business people! They’ll be there Wednesdays and Fridays, 4:30-6:30 and Saturdays, 1-4. They will also be here during our JUST Fun festival this Sunday! 

October "Gift of Love"

Mission, Inc.

Missions Inc. programs provide housing, emergency shelter and supportive services to domestic abuse survivors and those seeking recovery from substance use disorders. We offer a collaborative and safe community for clients to heal and transform their lives. Giving to Missions Inc. is a great way to make a difference in our community. When you make a donation, together we commit to creating safe space for people. Missions Inc. meets ALL the standards of accountability – including fundraising, governance, public disclosure and finance – of the Charities Review Council.

Community Happenings

Plymouth holds Halloween at the Lake October 27th

The City of Plymouth is set to host Halloween at the Lake 5-8pm, Friday, October 27th at Parkers Lake Playfield, 15500 County Road 6. A free event that brings together the best of Plymouth’s Parks and Recreation, Police, and Fire departments, Halloween at the Lake features attractions such as inflatables, food trucks, pumpkin bowling, pumpkin golf, bingo, an apple launcher, and a DJ and dance party. The event will also include public safety vehicles for children to view, a sensory station for hands-on fun and treat stations, while supplies last. Attendees should bring money for food truck purchases. Costumes are encouraged.

Tickets Are Now Available - "JOURNEY TO BETHLEHEM" in Theaters Starting November 10th

This live-action Christmas musical adventure for the entire family, weaves classic Christmas melodies with humor, faith, and new pop songs in a retelling of the greatest story ever told, the story of Mary and Joseph and the birth of Jesus.

Cast: Antonio Banderas, Fiona Palomo, Milo Manheim, Lecrae, MŌRIAH Joel Smallbone, Omid Djalili,, Stephanie Gil, Geno Segers, Rizwan Manji

Click here for tickets

Community Farmers Markets

Ending Soon!

Brooklyn Park ~ Wed., October 11, 2-6pm

Maple Grove ~ Thur., October 12 & 19, 3-7pm

Volunteer Opportunities

Ministry Teams Volunteers

Are you looking for a place to plug-in at St. Barnabas? Would you like to serve in worship? We are always looking to add volunteers to all of our ministry teams, but we are especially looking to fill two new roles we’ve created:

Acolytes light the candles during the prelude and extinguish them during the postlude. They also hand the offering plates to ushers and collect them after the offering, and help if needed during communion. 

Sound Technicians turn on the sound system, ensure that worship leaders have microphones and batteries are fresh, and adjust volume levels during worship, if necessary. It’s not nearly as technical as the name would lead you to believe! 

Talk to Pastor Stephanie with questions or to volunteer!

October Birthdays

Resources & Links

Want something in the E-News?

Do you want your small group information, community activities or church news in the

weekly E-News? Please email your articles to  Brenda Ericson with all the details by Wednesday morning of the week you want it shared.

Church Council Minutes

Copies of the minutes are available in the narthex. They are also located on our website.

If you'd like to be added to the email list, call the church office at 763-553-1239

Bulletin Delivery

Want a Bulletin Delivered? For those who are not able to access the worship video, some of our BeFrienders will deliver printed copies of the bulletin on Friday's or Saturday's.

If you'd like to have a Bulletin dropped off, you can call the church office at

763-553-1239.