proclaim november december 2014

ProclaimNovember December 2014

ProclaimNewsletter of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church Mahtomedi, Minnesota

Christmas at St. Andrew’sAll are welcome. Join us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ.

Christmas Eve Worship, Wednesday, Dec. 24Contemporary Worship in the Great Hall

at 2 & 6 p.m. Celebrate Christmas tradition with a contemporary groove. Featuring the holiday stylings

of Sara Renner and her band. Holy Communion celebrated. Nursery available.

Family Worship in the Sanctuaryat 3, 4 & 5 p.m.

A service designed for families with young children. Children’s choir at every hour. Nursery available. Interpreter for the deaf and hard of hearing at 4 p.m.

Holy Communion celebrated at 5 p.m.

Candlelight Service in the Sanctuaryat 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 & Midnight

An evening of celebration, candles and carols. St. Andrew’s Orchestra at all services. Choir or soloist at every hour. Holy Communion at midnight.

Nursery available at 7 & 8 p.m. services.

Christmas Day, Thursday, Dec. 25Worship Service of Celebration in the Sanctuary

at 11 a.m. Music by North Shore Brass. Holy Communion. Nursery available.

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Proclaim Jesus Christ, Live in Christ, Serve!

www.saintandrews.org

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This year we have talked at great length about making a difference. Let me tell you we have made aHUGE difference in the lives of people. Hungry have been fed, homeless have found shelter, and liveshave been restored. Not only have we done these things, we will continue to do them; however, this isjust a small glimpse of what we will experience this holiday season.

One has come who has made all the difference in the world. By Jesus coming here to live and walk andcry and die among humans, God has made a cosmic shift in how humans and God can encounter eachother.

This Christmas Eve and Day we have 12 worship services. Here is my request of you: Take someone withyou. Not just on Christmas Eve but during the weeks leading up to Christmas. Show them how Jesushas made all the difference in the world to you.

On that first Christmas the angels sang, the shepherds where astonished, and the kings where shaking in their boots becauseof the new thing God had done. We invite you to experience the same power. The power that was pleased to dwell in a tinyvulnerable baby. A baby that would grow to save all creation. O COME LET US ADORE HIM. For he has made all things new.

Rev. Michael D. CarlsonLead Pastor, St. Andrew's Lutheran Church ELCA

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Thanksgiving Eve Worship ServiceJoy in Giving

Wednesday, Nov. 26, 7 p.m.Invite a friend!

Children’s Choirs, Adult Choirs North Shore Brass

Free-will Offering

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900 Stillwater RoadMahtomedi MN 55115

(651) 426-3261 www.saintandrews.org

S T . A N D R E W ’ S WO R S H I P T I M E S

Traditional Sunday Worship9 & 10:30 a.m. Sanctuary

Contemporary WorshipSaturday 5 p.m. Great HallSunday 9:30 a.m. Great Hall

Wednesday Night Worship6:15 p.m. Sanctuary

SUNDAY SCHOOL AND NURSERY AT ALL SERVICES. SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER FOR THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING AT 10:30 A.M.

Worship at St. Andrew’s Village: 1 p.m.

St. Andrew’s Christmas FestivalMY HEART REJOICES

Sunday, Dec. 14, 3:30 and 6 p.m.

Children’s Choirs, Adult Choirs Orff Ensembles, Handbells, Organ

St. Andrew’s Orchestra

Free-will Offering

Sing in the FestivalIn a world where we are exposed to challenging news and global strug-gles, it is good to share the simple joy of voices joined together in song.You are invited to join the New Dimension Singers in St. Andrew’s Christ-mas Festival on Sunday, Dec. 14. This is an opportunity for adults wholove to sing to participate in St. Andrew’s Christmas Festival. You need tocommit to the dates below, including rehearsals and both performances.Please notify Jan if you are planning to sing: 651-762-9123, or [email protected].

Rehearsal Schedule for New Dimension Festival SingersAt least five of the seven rehearsals below, plus the final rehearsals for all.Wednesday, Nov. 5, 12, 19; 6:15-7 p.m.Tuesday, Nov. 25, 6:15-7:45 p.m.Wednesday, Dec. 3, 10; 6:15-8:15 p.m.Sunday, Dec. 7, 9:45-10:30 a.m.All:Saturday, Dec. 13, 9-11:30 a.m. Combined Rehearsal - required for allsingersPerformancesSunday, Dec. 14

2:30 Rehearsal3:30 & 6:00 p.m. Both performances required for all singers

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Healing for the HolidaysThursday, Dec. 11, 7 p.m. in the Great HallThe birth of the Christ child is ajoyous event. Holidays are a joy-ous time but can be a painful timefor some of us. Healing for theHolidays is a service to gather, ac-knowledge our pain, and then hearthe words of hope and promise in the Christ child's birth. Thisis a service that acknowledges losses of different kinds, loss ofperson, relationships, job, or lifestyle. There will be a time offellowship, prayer, scripture reading , anointing for healing, andcommunion. All are welcome.

Tree of Light CommunityCeremonyFriday, Dec. 5, 6:30 p.m.Triangle Park, Mahtomedi. Honor aloved one and illuminate the lives ofthose in need in our community. Treelights may be purchased for a $10donation atwww.stjudeofthelake.org. Proceedsbenefit the Mahtomedi Area FoodShelf. All are invited to join the tree lighting ceremony wherewe’ll read the names of those honored and remembered andenjoy light refreshments.

**Senior Luncheon** Tuesday, Dec. 2, 12 noonMake your reservations!

Join us in the Great Hall for our annual Christmas luncheonserved by pastors and staff from St. Andrew’s. Food, music,skits and merriment provided. Call 651-426-3261 to make

your reservation. NO COST. Open to all seniors.

Mission Jamaica Bake SaleWould you like to help Mission Ja-maica by donating homemadeChristmas cookies, seasonalbreads, cakes, or pies to sell atthe St. Andrews Advent Brunchand Boutique on Dec. 5 and 6?Proceeds from the sale will pur-chase medical and pharmacysupplies for Mission Jamaicamedical teams. Funds will alsobe used to offset costs for ourteams building homes in Jamaica.Donations should be left in the Great Hall Kitchen by Thursday,Dec. 4, to the attention of Mission Jamaica and your name asdonor. For more information contact Denny Kiel [email protected] or 651-429-3832. There will also be pledgesheets for baked goods Sunday mornings at the reception deskin the Sanctuary and with the receptionist in the Great Hall.

A Day in Bethlehemwww.saintandrews.org/dib

On Sunday, Dec. 21 come and see what a Day in Bethlehem might

look like just before the birth of Jesus. Visit the town market, cre-

ate, taste and see things that might have been around during the

time of Jesus, and visit the stable where Jesus was to be born.

The marketplace will be open from 10 a.m. until 12 noon

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Thanksgiving Year-Round Provide year-round support to the Community Resource Cen-ter's emergency food pantry and St. Andrew's free ThursdayNight Community Meals bygiving a monetary dona-tion at the Thanksgivingservice on Wednesday,Nov. 26 or anytime duringthe month of November.

Through our partnership with Second Harvest we are able tomaximize the buying power of your monetary donations andpurchase more quality food for our guests. Donation envelopeswill be provided at church services.

Share the Joy of ChristmasProvide meaningful gifts to community members in need duringthis holiday season – and all year-round. Following are manyways you can help local families through the St. Andrew’s Com-munity Resource Center and other organizations. E-mail [email protected] for more information. Thank you for yoursupport and generosity.

Stable Comforts for Community Resource Center guests:Provide the gift of food, shelter, and household comforts year-round for our Community Resource Center families who transi-tion into stable housing. Select a tag from the giving tree andplace your item under the tree or bring to the Community Re-source Center by Sunday, Dec. 21. Needed household items in-clude: sleeping bags, new pillows, cotton/woven queen-sizedblankets, place settings, pots and pans, silverware, and coolers.

Monetary contributions include:$25 gas cards$25 restaurant gift cards and/or Target/Walmart gift cards$200 provides rental assistance to prevent homelessness$250 provides a one-week stay in our shelter

Angel Tree:Provide a gift for the child of an incarcerated parent through theAngel Tree prison ministry program. Select a tag from the GivingTree and place gifts under the tree by Sunday, Dec. 14.

Homeless Youth:Provide a gift for a young person in Washington County who isfacing homelessness. Select a tag from the Giving Tree andplace gifts under the tree by Sunday, Dec. 14.

Toy Donations: We are referring our shelter families to the “Toy Shoppe” hostedby the Salvation Army. If you would like to donate toys, pleasehelp by placing gifts of your choice in the bins provided in theNarthex area between Friday, Nov. 28, and Sunday, Dec. 14.

Give the Gift that Keepson GivingLooking to give a Christmas gift toa special someone who says, “Ihave everything I need”? Considermaking a donation to the St. An-drew’s Community Resource Centerin this person’s name. If you makea donation of $25 or more, we willprovide you with an ornament of faith card and an enclosednote stating that you have made a donation in honor of thisfamily member or friend.

You may pick up your ornament card from the hospitalitydesk before or after any service, or you may stop into theCommunity Resource Center Monday through Thursday be-tween 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.

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Attention Choir MembersThanksgiving Eve Service and Rehearsals

Wednesday, Nov. 26Choristers: Regular rehearsalMiddle School Choir: Regular rehearsalOrff: Regular rehearsalsSenior High Choir: No rehearsal

King's Messengers, Celebration Singers and adults: No regu-lar rehearsal. They sing for the Thanksgiving Eve service asfollows:King's Messengers and Celebration Singers:6:30 Warmup7:00 Sing for Thanksgiving Eve service

New Dimension and St. Andrew’s Choir:6:30 Warmup7:00 Sing for Thanksgiving Eve service, and brief

rehearsal after service

Christmas Festival Rehearsals and PerformancesSaturday, Dec. 13, 9-11:30 a.m. – Christmas Festival Re-hearsal for ALL choirs & Orff ensembles. Your director willgive you any exceptions to this.

Sunday, Dec. 14, 3:30 & 6 p.m. – Christmas Festival Per-formances. Your director will give you more information.

Wednesday, Dec. 17 – All choirs, K-8, and Orff groups willmeet at their regular time for a brief rehearsal and a party.

Christmas Eve Services Wednesday, Dec. 243:00 – Choristers4:00– King’s Messengers and Orff Grade 2 & 35:00 – Combined Celebration Singers / Middle School Choir7:00– Soloist8:00– Soloist9:00 – New Dimension Singers10:00 – St. Andrew’s Choir11:00 – St. Andrew’s ChoirMidnight – Senior High Choir and Alums

Please notify your director if you are unable to sing at yourchoir’s assigned time. Further information – call Jan at 651-762-9123

Wednesdays, Dec. 24 and 31 – No rehearsals. All rehearsals resume Jan. 7.

St. Andrew's 2013 Christmas Festival CD For Sale

A NEW AND GLORIOUS MORNAvailable at the Hospitality Desk, or call 651-762-9141.

The concert, recorded live at St. Andrew's, features music of all Choirs, Orchestra, Handbells, Orff.

Price: $15.

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Music SeriesSunday, Nov. 2, 4 p.m.National Lutheran Choir All Saints Concert Tickets and information at nlca.com or call 612-722-2301

Thursday, Nov. 6, 8 p.m.Stillwater Choral FestivalTickets available at the door

Sunday, Nov. 16, 1 & 2:30 p.m.Sounds Like Love ConcertsTickets available day of event

Sunday, Nov. 23, 3 p.m.St. Paul Chamber OrchestraTickets: 651-291-1144

Sunday, December 14, 3:30 & 6:00 p.m. My Heart RejoicesSt. Andrew’s Christmas FestivalFree-will offering

Friday, Dec. 19, 7:30 p.m.Augustana Christmas VespersAugustana College, Sioux Falls SDTickets: 605.274.5320

Sunday, Dec. 21, 7 p.m.Renner/Robinson Christmas ConcertTickets go on sale Mon., Nov 1; early bird price $21christmasRandR2014.eventbrite.com

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Fresh Direction, New Positions at St. Andrew’sAs St. Andrew’s embarks on a new era, recently elected Lead Pastor Michael Carlson has redesigned the leadership team to help position the church for the opportunities that lie ahead in building the kingdom.

“This is an exciting time at St. Andrew’s, and this restructuring will help position us for a promising and prosper-ous future,” stated Carlson, who was named new lead pastor this past summer. “It’s a great way to organize ourleadership around the strategies and needs, so that all of us – including myself – can focus on our mission toProclaim Jesus Christ, Live in Christ, and Serve!”

Pastor Sarah Breckenridge, who first came to St. Andrew’s in 1995, has been named the new Executive Pastor.Breckenridge has served in several capacities during her tenure at the church, most recently overseeing theLocal Missions and the St. Andrew’s Community Resource Center. As Executive Pastor, Breckenridge overseesand manages all St. Andrew’s programs, ministries and ministry staff. She holds a Masters of Divinity degreefrom Luther Seminary.

John Swanson has been hired as the Chief Operating Officer and manages all operations at St. Andrew’s. Swanson, a long-time member of St. Andrew’s, has worked for over 30 years in

Public Safety as a Chief Finance Officer. Swanson studied Finance and Music at Bemidji State University.

Patty Ingberg is the new Chief Financial Officer at St. Andrew’s. She has worked in the FinanceDepartment at St. Andrew’s since 2001 and has an accounting degree from the Carlson Schoolof Management at the University of Minnesota. As CFO, Ingberg manages the financial opera-tions of St. Andrew’s.

Pastor John Straiton, who has been serving at St. Andrew’s for over 23 years, has been namedthe new Pastor of Discipleship. The Teaching Pastor for the past five years, Straiton will focuson leading the congregation and staff in spiritual formation and becoming devoted disciples of

Jesus Christ. Straiton is a graduate of Luther Seminary and the University of Minnesota.

Diaconal Minister Erin Morris will be moving into a new position of Faith Engagement. She willbe taking all she has learned in Youth Ministry over the past 15 years (six at St. Andrew's), andtranslating it to the adults. She will be helping our congregation grow deeper into the callinggiven them at their Baptisms so the church truly is a Priesthood of All Believers. Through ministries of SmallGroups, New Members, Hospitality and engaging our current St. Andrew's community, Christ will be proclaimed,lived in and served. Morris is a graduate of Wartburg Seminary.

As we continue to align with our mission, Pastor Brian Norsman and Pastor Cindy Senarighi will be more focused than ever on providing top notch leadership in their areas; Brian in Children, Youth and Family Ministries and Cindy in Pastoral Care at the church and St. Andrew’s Village.

Please keep the entire staff in prayer during this time of exciting transition!

John Straiton

Discipleship Pastor

Erin Morris

Diaconal Minister

Faith Engagement

Sarah Breckenridge

Executive Pastor

Patty Ingberg

CFO

John Swanson

COO

Mike Carlson

Lead Pastor

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Information from the Finance OfficeWe are transitioning to a new processor for online giving. If youuse online giving, please go to saintandrews.org/give to setyourself up in the new system. Your email address will be youruser name and you will be asked to setup a password.

Considering a year-end donation to St. Andrew’s? Donating agift of appreciated stock is an option for you to consider andmay be beneficial to you as well as to St. Andrew’s. Pleaseconsult your tax advisor for the option best for you and allowenough time for the gift to be received before year-end.

If you have any questions regarding this information, pleasecontact Patty Ingberg at [email protected] or call651-762-9174.

AARP Smart Driver CourseNext Session: Monday, Nov. 10, 5:30-9:30 p.m.AARP Driver Safety Program refines existing skills and coversdefensive driving techniques for those over age 55. The driverthen qualifies for a 10% reduction in auto insurance. The four-hour refresher course is held on Monday from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.in Sanctuary Room 204. Pre-registration and prepayment arerequired. Cost is $24. Register on-line at saintandrews.org.,through an in-house registration form, attention Lisa Grundtner,or call 651-426-3261.

GriefShareThursdays, through Dec. 46:45 to 8:45 p.m. in Sanctuary BuildingBEGIN ANYTIME! GriefShare is a Christ-centered grief recoverysupport group. The Biblically-based program, focusing on grieftopics associated with the death of a loved one, is presented ina 13-week video series featuring nationally respected grief ex-perts. In group discussion you will have an opportunity to sharewith people who understand how you feel and the pain of yourloss and start the journey from mourning to joy.

Call Joanne Zehnder at 651-730-9073 for more information. Toregister, contact Lisa Grundtner at 651-762-9117 or [email protected]. Cost is $18 which covers all materials.

NNEWSEWS ANDAND NNOTESOTES

Pledge WeekendNov. 8 and 9 at all worship services.

“Fueling the Mission: Making a Difference” is our theme forthe new year. There is much for us to accomplish together,and we need your commitment to our mission to do so. Letus live into God’s dream as together we Fuel the Mission!

SAINTANDREWS.ORG/FUELING

Annual MeetingSt. Andrew’s Annual MeetingMonday, Nov. 17, 2014, 7 p.m.

in the Sanctuary(Childcare available)

6 p.m. Financial Review Meeting in Sanctuary Room 204

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Proclaiming Jesus Personally and Publically: Why I am a Member at St. Andrew’s Lutheran ChurchIt’s a small world! Ifirst heard aboutSt. Andrew’s fromthe youth directorat our homechurch in St. Louis,MO. He had beenan intern at St. An-drew’s a few yearsago and thoughtwe would reallylike the church andall the activities itwould have for usand our family. So, during a visit to Minnesota, we attendedSt. Andrew’s one Sunday morning and were made to feelvery welcomed. We loved the sermon by Pastor Mike Carl-son. (Our grandkids loved the cookies after the service!)Then, after moving here we began to attend regularly. Every-one we have met since that first Sunday has been open,warm and welcoming. All of the activities for children havebeen amazing. I have also become a part of the small groupministry and have joined a couple of small groups. All ofthese things have made us realize that St. Andrew’s is a won-derful place for us and our entire family. St. Andrew’s hasbecome our new church home.

Sally and Bob Wolfsberger Class of 2014

If you would like to become more engaged in your faith, moreinvolved at St. Andrew’s or want to hear what Christ is callingSt. Andrew’s be in this world, come to our New Member ClassSunday, Jan. 11, 2015, in the Sanctuary Building. ContactRonda Sowada for more details or questions: [email protected] or call 651-762-9139.

NNEWSEWS ANDAND NNOTESOTES3-Week Faith Journey CourseNov. 2, 9, 16

“St. Andrew’s is so big, I don’t know where to plug in.”“I came here when my kids were small.

Now that they are grown I don’t know where I fit.”“I feel the Holy Spirit nudging me,

but I am not sure what it is nudging me to do.”

These are comments and conversation starters experiencedwithin the past month with people in our St. Andrew’s commu-nity. Finding where you belong and what God is calling you tobe and do can be hard.

Join Erin Morris, Diaconal Minister of Faith Engagement, in athree-week journey to hear the call of Christ in your heart andsoul. Register online at www.saintandrews.org under FaithJourney. Classes will be offered the weeks of Nov, 2, 9 and 16at different times. Feel free to pick and choose which day ofthe week works for you each week. The same material will becovered for the whole week.

Join a Small GroupIn the book of Acts we have heard how the church was built –now be the church. Join a small group.Small Groups connect people deeper toexperience God’s word. People praytogether, care for one another, serve to-gether, and miss each other when theyaren’t there. They make a big churchfeel small and invite people into a deeper relationship withChrist and one another. St. Andrew’s believes that every mem-ber of the community has a place in a small group. There are avariety of Small Groups at St. Andrew’s based on similar inter-ests, geography, and life stage. Explore the possibilities on ourwebsite: www.saintandrews.org and go to Connect / SmallGroups. If you don’t see any groups that meet your needs, con-tact us about hosting a group or tell us what you are looking for.For more information contact the Small Group Ministry Team;[email protected] or 651-762-9135.

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Celebrating 32 Years – Sounds Like Love Choral Festival!Singing, dancing, worshipping, Bible study, and fellowship will be celebrated at St.Andrew’s Nov. 14 - 16, 2014 at the Sounds Like Love Choral Festival.

The weekend will again welcome John Jacobson as the Festival Choir director. Johnbrings with him energy, a love for music, and a passion for teaching and sharing thatmusic. His love of God shines through his directing and fellowshipping with the stu-dents.

We are expecting 300+ students and leaders to register for the weekend event. Wewill be asking St. Andrew’s members to host students and leaders in their homes forthe weekend again this year. Amy Ness will be the housing coordinator for the event.We will be taking registration on Sunday mornings. Please sign up to host partici-pants in your home. Amy also can be reached at [email protected] or 651-762-9101 for more information.

The mass choir will participate in two Sunday morning services on Nov. 16 and then will perform the full concerts on 1 and 2:30p.m. that afternoon. Please watch the Proclaim and bulletin for ticket information.

If you would like to order a DVD of the event please use this link and follow the instructions. www.videyoarts.com/store. On theright side of the site, click on “Music” then Sounds Like Love.

If you want more information contact Kevin Zimmerman at [email protected], 651-287-8481 or go towww.youthencounter.org/sll.

As a community of faith, we mourn the loss of the following brother and sister in Christ:

Faith MarkieChristian love and sympathy are extended to the family of Faith Markie . Faith died at the age of 85 on Aug. 17. Her memorial service was held on Aug. 22.

Paul WilliamsChristian love and sympathy are extended to the family of Paul Williams. Paul died at the age of 87 on Sept. 21. His memorial service was held on Oct. 3.

Evelyn LyallChristian love and sympathy are extended to the family of Ev Lyall. Ev died at the age of 86. Her memorial service was held on Oct. 10.

May Christ's resurrection bring hope and comfort to those who grieve their loss.

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY

Worship at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church is a transformationalexperience in which Christ is praised and proclaimed. Formany in our community it is their first and only opportunity toexperience the Kingdom of God here on Earth. It takes over 125volunteers, not countingour choirs, those who teachour children and the musi-cians, to greet and wel-come people to church.Currently we are short of volunteers and are not able to meetthe needs of our community.

We need you to come and serve. Look through the list belowand see where the Holy Spirit is nudging you. Serve as a family,serve once a month, meet others from the congregation andhelp others feel that this is their church home. Contact ErinMorris, Diaconal Minster of Faith Engagement, to get connected:[email protected] or 651-762-9135.

Greeter – Greet Worship attenders with a smile as they walkthrough our doors.

Host – Be a welcoming presence that identifies those whomight need additional assistance or direction.

Information Desk – Provide prompt direction and assist first-time and regular attenders in attaining information they need.

Parking – Be the first warm and welcome face people meet asyou assist with traffic and monitor open spots to help visitorsand attenders find parking easily.

Usher – Help people en-gage in worship throughhanding bulletins, findingseats and collecting our of-ferings to God.

Communion Assistant –Receive great joy as yougive to others what Christ has first given to us; love, grace andforgiveness through his body and blood.

Production Assistant – Help the WorshipService reach those beyond the Sanctuarythrough video and sound. No experiencenecessary.

Brew Master – Come be part of the team that provides java forthe masses.

Cookie Brigade – Sugar, Molasses, Chocolate Chip, which isyour favorite? No matter the flavor, they are an important wayto provide time for fellowship and connections.

First Responder – Be the first contact when a medical incidenthappens. Need to have medical background.

Valet Parking Attendant – Assist with our attenders and visitorswho have mobility needs to get into our church building easily.

Raindrop Runners – During rainy worship services, walk peopleto and from their cars with umbrellas.

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Help Transform Worship for All!

CCAREARE CCONNECTIONONNECTION –– Connect for Care• Let us know if you are going to be hospitalized …contact Lisa at 651-762-9117 or [email protected].• Emergency, a pastor is on call 24 hours a day…contact 651-426-3261 and follow the prompts.• Post-hospital visit, contact Lisa at 651-762-9117 or [email protected]. • TLC [Tender Lutheran Care] team members available for visitation, Lisa at 651-762-9117 or [email protected].

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Sunday Morning Teaching TimeSunday mornings following The Current worship service, pleasejoin us in the Great Hall from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for special“teaching time” speakers.Nov. 30, Dec. 7 and 14: Professor Karoline LewisJan. 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2015: Asst. Prof. Michael Chan

Gospel HighlightsPastor John StraitonMonday Mornings10:30-11:30 a.m. Great HallIt is the Christian belief that the entire Bible is ultimately ful-filled in the life, death, and resurrection of Christ Jesus. JoinPastor Straiton in a study of some of the key stories found inthe four Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Pre-registeronline at saintandrews.org or with a registration envelope. Reg-istration will remain open after the start date. Fee is $10.

Living an Authentic Life:Exploring JesusRev. Jack FortinTuesday Evenings, 7-8:15; Great HallRev. Jack Fortin is currently a Senior Fellow at the Center forFaith and Learning at Augsburg College. Jack is a graduate ofLuther Seminary and a member of St. Andrew’s. His ministryhas included Young Life, Luther Seminary, and authoring thebook The Centered Life. He was recently the interim pastor ofColonial Church in Edina. His teaching style is engaging, informative, and has been enjoyed by many.

Pre-register online at saintandrews.org or with a registrationenvelope. Registration will remain open after the start date. Feeis $10.

Men’s Tuesday MorningBible StudyWith Pastor John StraitonA large group of men meet year round every Tuesday morningin the Great Hall from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. Come and make somenew friends as you learn more about God’s word. Coffee androlls are provided. Registration is not necessary. No fee.

Women’s Bible Study BasicsStudying Old Testament Wise Men!Wednesdays 9:30 – 11 a.m. in the Great Hall (Nursery available)OREvery other Saturday at 9:30 a.m., meeting in homes ORForm your own group, and we’ll support you with books, train-ing and multi-media materials.

Call Carrin with questions at 651-762-9119.

BBIBLEIBLE SSTUDIESTUDIES ANDAND SSPEAKERSPEAKERS

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Listen to worship LIVEon the web and radio!Every Sunday our 9 a.m. worship service is broadcast live onKLBB radio 1220 AM and online at www.klbbradio.com – justclick the "listen live" link. The broadcast is sponsored by TheFoundation of St. Andrew’s.

Sponsor a RadioBroadcastIndividuals are invited to sponsor a liveradio broadcast of worship at St. An-drew’s. Your sponsorship will be an-nounced on the air prior to the worshipbroadcast. Cost is $150 and checks canbe made payable to St. Andrew’s Founda-tion. Please drop at reception desk:

Yes, I want to sponsor a weekly broadcast for $150!

Date of sponsorship:

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$10,000 Scholarship Donation to FoundationThe Navigator Fund within the Foundation was created to nurture legacy gifts that can grow over time. The initial two “MustardSeed” donations were designed to provide Spark and Connect Bibles. Recently, another couple set aside money from a parent’sestate to make a $10,000 donation to jump-start a “Mustard Seed” account to fund scholarships to students from St. Andrew’s at-tending seminary training. The couple hopes that this seed money will lead to other legacy gifts to grow these scholarships. If youwould like to help with any of these mustard seeds or if you have a desire to start a mustard seed of your own to support a St. An-drew’s mission, please contact the Foundation through Lori Goodroad (651 762-9103) for further information. Donations to theFoundation are permanent legacy gifts where only the income is used for grants. These gifts are not a substitute for current dona-tions to St. Andrew’s that support ongoing operations and missions.

Helping make where welive specialThere is something special about where welive. Our parks, our traditions, but most of allwhere we live is special because of you. Ourcommunity is made healthier and safer by theworks of the people who live here.

How does the St. Andrew’s Foundation help inmaking this community better for all of us?

The Foundation of St. Andrew’s helps make the entire St CroixValley a better place to live by helping other organizations withgrants and funding which reach out and help those in need.The Foundation helps support Treehouse, The St. Andrew’s Re-source Center, and other local missions that help keep ourcommunity safer and a better overall place to live.

The Foundation also provides scholarships and grants to peo-ple attending seminary and Christian camps, allowing our nextgeneration to carry on the values of the type of people whohave built our community.

Please consider asking the Foundation how you can participatein helping to continue to make our community a better place tolive for years to come.

Joe Sperber, St. Andrew’s Foundation Board Member

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FFAMILYAMILY ANDAND CCHILDRENHILDREN’’SS MMINISTRYINISTRYSunday School2014-2015www.saintandrews.org/sundayschoolIt’s never too late to get signed up for Sun-day School for the 2014-2015 school year.Classes offered as follows:• Saturdays at 5 p.m. in the Great Hall forage 3 through grade 3• Sundays at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. in theSanctuary for age 3 through grade 5• Sundays at 9:30 a.m. in the Great Hall forage 3 through grade 3• Wednesdays at 6:15 p.m. in the Sanctuaryfor age 3 through grade 5

Young Familieswww.saintandrews.org/nursery

3 For Me A Fun Break for Parents and Kids! “Three for Me” offers three hours of free time for busy moms and dads whiletheir kids enjoy three hours of FUN, including Bible stories, play, songs, crafts andgroup activities - all in a safe, nurturing environment. Staff is CPR and first aidcertified.

Location: Great Hall NurseryAges: 12 months to 5 yearsDays: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and/or ThursdaysTimes 9 a.m. – noon Lunch Bunch noon – 1 p.m.

(lunches are brought from home)Cost: $18 per day; Lunch Bunch is an additional $6 per dayDates: Fall: September – November, Winter: December - February

For a link to registration and more information visit us online. Contact MasakoKedrowski at 651-762-9136 or [email protected] with questions.

Parents’ Night OutTake a break with a night away. Enjoy a quiet dinner or do a little shopping whileyour children enjoy Bible stories, crafts, games, and time to play with newfriends. We provide a snack and lemonade (dinner not provided).Fridays, Nov. 14, Dec. 12; 6-9 p.m.Ages: Birth - 5 years. Sanctuary Nursery Room 101. $10/child or $25/family.Registration closes the Monday before the event. Registration closes the Mondaybefore the event. Register online. Contact Masako Kedrowski at 651-762-9136 [email protected]

Family FrolicsMondays: 9-11 a.m. Parents and their preschool children are invited to the Gym at the Youth andSports Center. There is no charge to play, simply come and enjoy. Contact Lisa Heyer at 651-762-9175 for more information.

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Contact InformationLisa Heyer: Administrative Support for Chil-dren’s Ministry. Contact Lisa for questions re-garding registrations for all birth throughgrade 5 events, including elementary Sportsand Recreation, Baptism, Sunday School, FirstCommunion, etc. Phone: 651-762-9175 oremail: [email protected] Lewin: Director of Children and FamilyMinistry. Contact Kim for questions regardingall ministry opportunities for ages birththrough grade 5. Phone: 651-762-9167 oremail: [email protected] Bahrke: Children’s Minister of PreschoolEducation. Contact Greta for questions re-garding Preschool Sunday School and Pre-school Bible Blessing. Phone: 651-762-9128or email: [email protected] Skaja: Children’s Minister of ElementaryEducation. Contact Ellen for questions regard-ing Kindergarten through 3rd grade educationand Skipping Stones, including First Com-munion and 3rd grade Bible. Phone: 651-762-9171 or email: [email protected] Hiland: Children’s Minister of 4th and5th grade Education and Elementary Communication Lead

Contact Erika for questions regarding 4th and5th grade education and family and children’scommunications. Phone: 651-762-9126 oremail: [email protected] Kedrowski: Nursery Coordinator

Contact Masako for questions regarding 3 forMe, Parents’ Night Out and any schedulednursery times. Phone: 651-762-9136 or email:[email protected]

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Celebrating BaptismBaptism Preparation Classes: Sunday, Nov. 9, at 12 noon in the Sanctuary Room 204Thursday, Dec. 11, at 6:30 p.m. in the Great Hall Room 6 It is expected that families attend a Baptism Class before the baptismof each of their children. The class is free of charge; please register atleast one week prior. Childcare is available. Contact Lisa Heyer to regis-ter for the class and set up a baptism at 651-762-9175 [email protected].

R.O.C.K. BasketballFor Girls and Boys Grades Kindergarten through Second R.O.C.K.: Recreational Opportunities for Christian Kids. This league is de-signed as a non-competitive, skills-based basketball program with an em-phasis on Christ-centered team play. Children are taught the value ofcharacter development and how it relates to living in Christian community.Practices are held on Monday evenings in December, January, and Febru-ary, and games are Saturday mornings in January and February. Registra-tion fee is $49 per child/$69 for family, paid at the time of registration.Online registration is encouraged. Visit www.saintandrews.org/SportsAn-dRec to be directed to the registration page.

Volunteer Coaches Needed: R.O.C.K. relies solely on parent participation.R.O.C.K. Coordinator, team coaches or co-coaches needed – additional as-sistance needed for each team with a ratio of one coach/assistant to fivekids. For more details on these needs or to sign up to volunteer, contactLisa Heyer at [email protected] or 651-762-9175.

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Serving OpportunitiesSunday School Volunteers Still Neededwww.saintandrews.org/ssvolunteerIt only takes one heart to make a difference. So, Lend a Hand, and Lift aHeart! Volunteers are needed to help lead students ages 3 and up for Sun-day School. Opportunities are available for Saturday, Sunday and Wednes-day, and options for monthly time commitments. Register online for yourpreferred class and schedule. Visit us at www.saintandrews.org/ssvolunteerto get signed up today!

A Day In Bethlehem Volunteers Neededwww.saintandrews.org/dibvolunteerWould you like to be a part of the market place in Bethlehem? Sunday, Dec.21, from 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., which includes lunch and clean up time. TheChildren’s Ministry Team is looking for a crowd of people beyond SundaySchool teachers to help out in the market place for A Day in Bethlehem. Vol-unteers grades 6 through adult are invited to participate. Anyone interestedcan visit the web address above and sign up directly on VolunteerSpot forthe booth that they would like to help with.

Feed My Starving Children Opportunitywww.saintandrews.org/familyministry Saturday, Nov. 15, 2-4 p.m., Eagan. Help us feed God's children spirituallyand physically. Great event for the whole family, for ages 5+; adult supervi-sion required if children under age 16 attend. Families are encouraged tobring donations to the event, but it is not required for participation.

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Important Dates:November:

9: Baptism Class in the Sanctuary Room 204 at

12 noon

14: Parents Night Out (see details in the Young

Families Section)

15: Feed My Starving Children Family Service

Event – 2-4 p.m. in Eagan

16: Communion Sunday

26: Worship Wednesday

December:

11: Baptism Class in the Great Hall Room 6 at

6:30 p.m.

12: Parents Night Out (See details in the Young

Families Section)

20/21/24/27/28/31: Worship Weekends and

Wednesday

21: A Day in Bethlehem 10 a.m. – 12 noon

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Dates to remember –6th & 7th & 8th GradeWednesdaysNov. 5 - 4th Commandment - Code of Honor Nov. 7/8 - Moonlight Madness/Movie NightNov. 12 - Family Night - 5th Commandment - Anger ManagementNov. 19 - 6th Commandment - House of CardsNov. 26 - Thanksgiving Family Worship - no official small groupsDec. 3 - 7th Commandment - Grand Theft AutoDec. 10 - 8th Commandment - False AdvertisingDec. 17 - 9th/10th Commandment - Green is the New Black

Sundays Nov. 2 - 5th Commandment - Anger ManagementNov. 9 - 6th Commandment - House of CardsNov. 16 - 7th Commandment - Grand Theft AutoNov. 23 & 30 - No classDec. 7 - 8th Commandment - False Advertising Dec. 14 - No Class - Christmas Festival

Moonlight MadnessFriday, Nov. 7, 8 p.m. thru Saturday, Nov. 8, 8 a.m. Cost: Estimated $75. Want to stay out ALL NIGHT with other middle school kids fromSt. Andrew’s? Come to Moonlight Madness! A great night offellowship, food and fun! In the past we have enjoyed a giant avideo arcade, batting cages, mini golf, bumper cars, laser tag,movies, disco bowling, and more! This event is open to all mid-dle school ages (6th-8th grade). There is a firm deadline of Nov.2, so make sure to register before then online or with registra-tion envelope and payment enclosed.

Middle School Movie Extravaganza (Please note date change)Friday, Dec. 12, 6 to 10 p.m. in the Youth & Sports Center.Come experience fellowship through games, activities and afaith filled movie. Please register online so we can get a headcount. Bonus prize if you bring a party hat!

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Early Bird Breakfast ClubEvery Thursday, 6:30 to 7:30 a.m.Mahtomedi – Coffee Cottage, 88 Mahtomedi Ave.Stillwater – Starbucks – 5980 Neal Ave N., Oak Park HeightsWhite Bear Lake – Caribou Coffee – 4th & 61Now on Fridays (when school is in session), 6:30 to 7:30 a.m.White Bear Lake – Caribou Coffee – 4th & 61Meet with other High School youth to begin your day in theWORD. Come for coffee, connections and good conversations.All high school youth welcome!

Youth Band PracticeSundays, Noon to 1 p.m. in Pier 7, Youth and Sports CenterCome be a part of the team that leads worship at retreats andcamp! If you have any questions contact Josh Carlson.

ELCA Youth GatheringMeetingSunday, Nov. 9, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Community RoomThis is a meeting for those who are interested and/or regis-tered for the ELCA Youth Gathering this summer! We will dis-cuss details of the trip including payment plans, travelexpectations and exciting things to look forward to! If youhave any questions, contact Jenelle Thorvilson.

Peer Ministry Training Nov. 21-23 at Camp WAPO, Cost: $125Have you been hearing all the great things about Peer Ministryand want to be a part? Would you like to grow in your skillsabout being a leader or listener? If you are interested thenplease fill out the purple Peer Ministry Application or online atsaintandrews.org/connect/youth/highschool/forms. For moredetails and questions contact Jenelle Thorvilson.

Peer Ministry Meeting Thursday, Nov. 6, and Thursday, Dec. 4, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Great Hall Room 6This is the check-in meeting for those who have attended thetraining for Peer Ministry. We ask that youth make time tocome to these meetings to check-in and talk about where Godis calling us. Please RSVP 24-hours in advance!

Christmas Party Come join other high school youth for a night filled with food,fellowship and fun to celebrate Jesus’ birthday! The night willbe filled with games, delicious food, worship, classic Christ-mas movies and more! More details to come, so keep an eyeout! Any questions contact Jenelle Thorvilson.

Wednesday Night Activities 2:45 p.m. to 6:10 p.m. in the Gym, Pier 7, Community Room. All activities free of charge. The Youth and Sports Center will offerspace for homework, gym time, organized games, outdoor games (when weather allows), and a movie room as options for relaxingor burning off some energy after the school day. (No Activities on Dec. 24 or 31)

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Soo Bahk Do KarateClasses run in 12-week sessions. Tuesday Nights – Beginners 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Advanced 7:30-8:30 p.m. Training Sessions –Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Y&SC. $95; 2nd family member is $55; 3rd $35. Uniforms required and available through the instruc-tor. To register, please fill out a registration envelope available in each building. Call Dan at 651-275-0892 for more informa-tion.

YogadevotionYogadevotion is a practice of breath, prayer and movement led by a trained yoga instructor. Yogadevotion helps to encouragehealthy living and a peaceful presence. Whether you are just beginning to explore the benefits of yoga or an experienced yogi,you are welcomed to this community. Need 15 pre-registered for each class to be held. Register through an in-house regis-tration form, attention Dianne Nash, call 651-762-9141, or register on-line.

Upcoming classes for Yogadevotion at St. Andrew’s are as follows:

Seven-week session – Nov. 3-Dec. 15; Cost $50Seven-week session – Jan. 5-Feb. 23 (no class Jan. 19); cost $50

Practicing in the Presence – Monday MorningsMulti-level; 9 to 10 a.m., this class is open to all ages. Classes will be held inSanctuary Room 204.

Practicing in the Presence/Yin Yoga – Monday Evenings5:15-6:15 p.m. in the Great Hall. Yin yoga poses are intended to work passively with the fascia rather than actively with themuscles. Class will require props such as a block, strap, and blanket/pillow for the closing meditation. You may bring yourown props from home or purchase the first night of the class.

Practicing in the Presence – Monday Evenings6:30 p.m. This multi-level class is open to all skill levels from beginner to advanced.Classes are held in the Great Hall.

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High School Reunion Time Sunday, Dec. 21, time and location will be posted. Welcome back to all who have graduated high school! The holidays are a great time to reconnect with friends and family, so wewould love to invite you all to a reunion on Sunday, Dec. 21. This is a chance to see faces you may not have seen in a while, meetsome new people and enjoy reconnecting with God.

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Winter Wonderland Retreat in Grand Marais

Thursday, Jan. 22 – Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015Staying in beautiful housing in Grand Marais on Lake Superior

Day 1: The fun begins on the coach bus ride up north.

Day 2: Choose• A day at Lutsen downhill skiing (Approx. $80)• Cross country skiing at Bear Skin Lodge and Resort (Approx.$50)• Art project at North House Folk School (price TBD by selectedproject)• Crafting, journaling, hiking, reading and relaxing at the retreatcenter (free)

Day 3: Choose• Head to Camp Menogyn, and dog sled, cross country ski,snowshoe, and have lunch and dinner ($100)• Cross Country Skiing at Bear Skin Lodge and Resort (Approx.$50)• Day 2 of Art Project at North House Folk School (price TBD byselected project)• Art tour in Grand Marais, snow shoeing, hiking and exploringGrand Marais, reading relaxing etc. (free)

Day 4. Head home.

$250 covers transportation, meals and housing. Day trip feesare extra and can be paid at the time of the trip as you decidewhat to do. Register online at saintandrews.org or with a regis-tration envelope. Call Carrin for details at 651-762-9119.

Looking for a small groupexperience?Bible Study Basics – Jump in Any time!Studying Old Testament Wise Men!Wednesdays 9:30 – 11 a.m. in the Great Hall (Nursery available)OREvery other Saturday at 9:30 a.m., meeting in homes ORForm your own group, and we’ll support you with books, train-ing and multi-media materials.

Call Carrin with questions at 651-762-9119.

Women’s Book ClubAll Are Welcome. This discussion group meets the third Mondayof each month at 11 a.m. We meet in the conference room atthe Maplewood Library.• September – Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline• October – Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd• November – The Lemon Tree by Sandy Tolan• December – Read and share on a book of your choice. (Per-haps a good Christmas book!)

Movie and Reel TalkJoin us as we gather to watch a variety of movies. We willshare conversation and insights. Perfect for mother-daughternights, book clubs, girlfriends’ gatherings etc. We provide thepopcorn, you provide any other treat you might want. Meet inthe Great Hall. Movie at 6 p.m. discussion to follow... out by 9p.m. Friday, Nov. 7, Jan. 2, Feb. 20, March 6, April 17. Free toattend, but register with a phone call at 651-762-9119. Nurseryprovided with pre-registration at 651-762-9113.

Mile of WarmthPick up yarn to make mittens or scarves for those who needthem most (or use your own). You can drop off your finished do-nation at any building.

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Inner Peace AlanonEvent Date: Thursdays; all yearTime: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Location: Sanctuary Room 204 Registration: None required; just comeNursery/Childcare: Yes, call 651-762-9113Contact: Lisa Grundtner, 651-762-9117

12 Step AAEvent Date: Fridays, all yearTime: 5:30-7 p.m.Location: Sanctuary Room 204ARegistration: None required; just comeNursery/Childcare: NoContact: Lisa Grundtner, 651-762-9117

12 x 12 Step AAEvent Date: Fridays, all yearTime: 7-8:30 p.m.Location: Sanctuary Room 204A Registration: None required, just comeNursery/Childcare: Yes, call 651-762-9113Contact: Lisa Grundtner, 651-762-9117

Alanon Works FamilyEvent Date: Fridays, all year Time: 7-8:30 p.m.Location: Sanctuary Room 201 Registration: None required; just comeNursery/Childcare: Yes, call 651-762-9113Contact: Lisa Grundtner, 651-762-9117

NA Event Date: Fridays, all year Time: 7-9 p.m. Location: Sanctuary Room 203 Registration: None required; just comeNursery/Childcare: Yes, call 651-762-9113Contact: Lisa Grundtner, 651-762-9117

Gratitude in Action AAEvent Date: Sundays, all year Time: 5:30-7 p.m. Location: Sanctuary Rooms 201 & 202Registration: None required; just come Nursery/Childcare: NoContact: Lisa Grundtner, 651-762-9117

Happy and Joyous AAEvent Date: Sundays, all year Time: 7-8:30 p.m. Location: Sanctuary Room 204A Registration: None required, just come. Nursery/Childcare: NoContact: Lisa Grundtner, 651-762-9117

Support Groups

Men’s Breakfast Saturday, Nov. 22, 8-9:30 a.m. in the Great HallMen’s Ministry breakfasts feature a delicious meal, music,fellowship and an inspirational message. Share the invita-tion with sons, fathers, grandfathers and neighbors. Cost:free-will offering at the door.

Men’s Tuesday MorningBible StudyWith Pastor John StraitonA large group of men meet year round every Tuesday morn-ing in the Great Hall from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. Come andmake some new friends as you learn more about God’sword. Coffee and rolls are provided. Registration is notnecessary. No fee.

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Re-published from the Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity blogat blog.tchabitat.org/blog

Roger and Vicki Henry are an energetic, passionate, and lov-ing couple and self-proclaimed “Habi-holics.” They have beeninvolved with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity (TCHFH) sincethe organization’s early years, and continue to be among the or-ganization’s most dedicated and passionate supporters.

Roger Henry origi-nally became inter-ested in working withHabitat for Humanity(HFH) in 1989 afterpurchasing an oldhouse on Lincoln Av-enue in St. Paul.Habitat volunteerswere working to re-store and repair oldhomes in his neighborhood, and this piqued Henry’s interest.

“My dad instilled a passion in me for renovating old homes,”Henry shared. “I didn’t know much about Habitat at the time,but I sure learned!”

Roger also got involved volunteering with others in his Fair-mount Avenue United Methodist St. Paul congregation. Likemany of our faith partners, Habitat is driven to serve families inneed with generosity, humility, and love, and encourages peopleof all faith backgrounds and beliefs to join us in our commongoal of eliminating poverty housing.

Vicki Henry’s connection to Habitat began for very differentreasons. She was working on obtaining her degree at the Uni-versity of Minnesota, and was required to do a leadership proj-ect to achieve an A in one of her courses. Vicki immediatelycontacted her pastor at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Mah-tomedi, MN, who readily provided a list of ways that she couldprovide leadership for the church to reach out to the local com-munity. The opportunities at Twin Cities Habitat caught Vicki’sattention, and she threw herself into creating a plan to get herchurch involved in Habitat’s mission.

“I was eager to get things organized and asked a lot of ques-tions,” said Vicki. “That’s when I found out about the fundraiserwalk.”

That 1992 Habitat fundraiser walk at Powderhorn Park inMinneapolis is where Roger and Vicki first met.

“We ended up walking in the same pack,” Vicki recalled. “Istarted talking with people and asking more questions andRoger happened to be one of those people. We had a lot in com-mon and we both were involved through our churches.”

Through what some may call fate, the following MondayVicki was contacted by the HFH coordinator at FairmountMethodist, who notified her that TCHFH assigned her to speakat the first St. Andrew’s Habitat orientation/information meet-ing. Vicki mentioned meeting Roger at the event over the week-end and the coordinator decided to bring him along to the

orientation ses-sion!

Roger andVicki's WeddingRingsSt. Andrew’sChurch sponsoredits first week in1993, and Roger and Vicki regularly connected on-site; Vickivolunteering with her church, and Roger as a local neighbor-hood volunteer. Their relationship grew, and they eventuallymarried on July 2, 1994. They even had the Twin Cities Habitatlogo incorporated into the design of their wedding rings!

Throughout their marriage, Vicki and Roger have continuedto be actively engaged with Twin Cities Habitat. Both of themvolunteer through St. Andrew’s Church and the 3Mgives HFHproject , and are involved with the St. Andrew’s Regular Volun-teer Crew that helps build year-round. The couple also servedas a Neighborhood Family Partner for a few Habitat families, in1993, 2013 and currently in 2014.

“Our 2013 family calls us their ‘American grandparents’,”Vicki laughed. The Henrys have continued their relationshipwith the family as friends even after their role as Family Partnerended.

In addition to their work through their church and with part-ner families, the Henrys attend Habitat events and have volun-teered with Habitat in Jamaica and on a Costa Rica GlobalVillage Trip. Roger also serves on Habitat’s Faith Advisory Com-mittee.

ROGER AND VICKI ON SITE “One of the aspects [of Habitat] that has always impressed

me is how people from so many different backgrounds and skilllevels can show up on–site and get so much done in one day,”Roger shared. “Part of the satisfaction for me is when some-body walks away from a build and says, ‘I’ve never done thatbefore, and now I know how to do it!’”

The couple also make a point to regularly support Habitatthrough current donations and have included Habitat for Hu-manity in their will.

“I’ve learned that there’s a great need for affordable hous-ing,” Vicki said. “I’ve also learned that you always receive moreblessings when you serve and give. I enjoy the sound of ham-mers pounding nails, and love the idea of the Habitat homeown-ers putting in sweat equity as their down payment and knowingthat I’m serving a much bigger purpose. It’s amazing that whatstarted out as a college project has led to St. Andrew’s becom-ing one of the leading churches to partner with Habitat for Hu-manity.”

After celebrating their 20th anniversary earlier this month,Roger and Vicki are choosing which Global Village Trip they willsign up for–their next big adventure.

“Maybe Ethiopia this time?!” Vicki smiled.

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Mission Jamaica 2015 – A Vacation With a Purpose We are in full sign-up mode in the Mission Jamaica office as weprepare for a wonderful winter season of service! Plans havebeen made for the St. Andrews teams to as they prepare to be-come a combined group striving to share their love, talents, andprayers with our Jamaican partners.

St. Andrew’s will be serving in several communities in 2015:

Team C: Kingston Jan. 17-24. This team will join others as theytravel to Kingston to serve at Hope Valley Experimental School(HVES), Callaloo Mews Basic School, and in the Callaloo MewsCommunity. AtHVES, we willbe rebuildingthe teachingkitchen that al-lows childrenwith specialneeds to learnimportant lifeskills as they strive to eventually live independently. We will putthe annual coat of paint on the running track and student drink-ing fountains after 900 children use these areas daily. The teamwill also continue the construction of the Callaloo Mews Basicschool office, and we start the new foundation for a family of 7in the Callaloo Mews community.

Team D: Montego Bay Jan. 24-31. This team will be going allover the island and serving in many areas. The mobile medicalclinic will serve at three different area clinics allowing individu-als and families to receive proper medical care. The “construc-tion” crew will have an “extreme makeover” experience whenthey build a new Ja’Bode home in three days for a very needyfamily. And the third group will be spending their time at WestHaven Children's Home caring for children with special needsand continue the remodel of Cottage 2. At all sites, there will belots of playing, singing, and joy!

Team E: Montego Bay Jan. 31-Feb. 7. Pastor Cindy's Yogadevo-tion will combine their love of yoga with their love of the WestHaven children as they share their talents with one another andthe children and staff of West Haven. Morning yoga on thebeach in February sounds pretty good!

Team L: Kingston March 21-28. Pastor Mike Carlson will beleading the trip to Kingston that willpick up where our first team left off byfinishing the Ja’Bode 16’x16’ home,as well as finishing up at HVES andCallaloo Mews Basic School. Spotsremain but space is limited for this"Vacation With a Purpose." Call PaigePeterson at 612-790-9558 today tosign up and get exciting details for atrip that will change your life.

If you would like to be part of Mission Jamaica 2015 but are un-able to travel this upcoming season, we still need you:

• Prayer partners are needed as teams prepare for their tripand service in Jamaica.

• Consider donating to the “In A Suitcase” drive that will carrydonations to Jamaica and shared with our Jamaican partners.

• Consider donating to help build one of two Ja’Bode homesthat are sponsored by St Andrews.

• Consider donating to the pharmaceutical medical fund thatwill cover medications used during the mobile medical clinic.Over 300 people are seen at our three day clinics.

Please contact the Mission Jamaica office if you have questionsor would like to join a team. Office number is 651-762-9112 oremail [email protected].

God's Blessings, Jeff Peterson

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The Vision Slovakia pages in this issue of Proclaim are an invi-tation to become an active participant in this ministry of St. An-drew’s. Many of you are now sponsoring tuition costs forstudents of the Lutheran Elementary School and adult studentsof the Bible School in Martin, Slovakia. Others have taught Con-versational English during the summer to the adult students ofthe Bible School and Vacation Bible School during the summerto the children of Martin. Still others have been involved severaltimes in the reconstruction and renovation of the buildings onthe campus of the Center for Christian Education throughbuilders’ groups traveling to Martin.

The CommitmentSt. Andrew’s has been involved in the former Eastern bloc na-tion of Slovakia for over 16 years. Recently people have asked,“When will our ministry there be done?” and, “Aren’t they capa-ble of teaching programs like Vacation Bible School now?” and,“Why is it taking them so long to become financially independ-ent?”

These are difficult and complex questions for many reasons. Wedidn’t choose this ministry, but this opportunity has been giftedto us and called by God to serve as a congregation. We havecontinued to establish partnerships with other congregationswho are also committed and called into the support of this min-istry of Christian education in Slovakia.

In this ministry we have received far more from our Slovak part-ners than we have given. They have given us a vision of theircommitment to teach and proclaim the gospel for this new timeof freedom. They have lived through times when it has not onlybeen difficult, but even impossible to worship. These are faithfulpeople with a vision to reestablish Christian education and free-dom of worship. They continue to recover from the trauma ofliving with totalitarian regimes for over 40 years under commu-nism following WW II, and the reign of terror and holocaustunder the Third Reich.

Self-worth and initiative were virtually destroyed during theseyears with the daily threat of imprisonment and death. Recordswere secretly kept on persons and innocent people who wereidentified as enemies of the state. This so-called informationwas used to incarcerate and martyr Slovak citizens for any out-ward expression of their faith in God.

Jan Bohdan Hrobon was a Lutheran pastor who dared to carryout his ministry under all these dangers and still live faithfullyto his call to proclaim and teach the gospel of Jesus Christ. His

vision was to reestablish Christian education schools for chil-dren, youth and adults. Others shared his vision to once againprovide for educational freedom to instill the Christian faith for anew generation. He died in 2006 but his vision lives on. His son,Bohdan Hrobon, continues to serve as the director of the Centerfor Christian Education in Martin, Slovakia.

The HistoryThese schools have been firmly established, as you will read inthe following descriptions, but they are still in their infancy andwe cannot fail to support them even now. These are crucialtimes for the faithful in Slovakia and the partnership we sharewith them as we continue to walk with them. This is as impor-tant now as it has been in the past 16 years.

To offer Christian education has been a life-long vision of theforefathers and current leaders of the Center for Christian Edu-cation in Martin, Slovakia. The present generation of leadersand teachers is the first, after many decades of repression, tohave the freedom to proclaim the gospel freely and to equip layleaders to be missionaries of Christ.

The story of the Center for Christian Education began in 1998with the creation of a Bible School, offering a weekend studyprogram in the Bible and Christian elementary teaching. Its pri-mary purpose was to provide nurturing Christian education forthose who sensed the inadequacy of their knowledge of theirChristian roots. The theme verse of the school is inscribed inseveral languages on the central floor-to-ceiling window of the

The Ministry Partnership of Vision Slovakia withThe Center for Christian Education in Martin, Slovakia

You are invited and called to teach VBS this summer in Mar-tin, Slovakia

We will again be teaching Vacation Bible School with pre-school and elementary school children this coming summerin Martin, Slovakia.

We leave MSP on Thursday, July 16, arriving in Martin, Slo-vakia, on Friday, July 17, and teach VBS during the week ofJuly 20-24, We leave Martin on Saturday, July 25, and re-turn home through Copenhagen on Tuesday, July 28.

Please consider this mission trip as a once in a life time ex-perience as we see the lives of children transformed alongwith our own. Sign up with Jan Gilbertson 651-762-9123 [email protected], or Paul Berge 651-762-9143or [email protected].

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Bible School building, expressing Jesus’ words of promise: “Youwill know the truth, and the truth will set you free” (John 8:32).

The Bible School’s offerings soon expanded to include basic ed-ucation in social work and pastoral care. With a number of part-ner congregations in the USA, the Bible School continues toannually educate leaders for missions in Eastern Europe. In2003 the Bible School established the Lutheran ElementarySchool. They realized that to reach the current generation ofchildren and parents a program of education for elementary agechildren needed to be established. The addition of the LutheranElementary School became a partner in what is now known asthe Center for Christian Education.

The StrategyThe Center for Christian Education has a strategic location. It issituated in the town of Martin (population 60,000) at the veryheart of Slovakia, only a few kilometers from the geographicalcenter of Europe. It is at the crossroads of Poland, Ukraine, Hun-gary, Czech Republic, and Western Europe.

The Center for Christian Education also has a strategic vision. Itis seizing this very opportune moment inhistory. This is a transition period follow-ing decades of communism, a totalitar-ian regime dominated by atheisticideology and injustice that led to perse-cution, isolation and reduction of theChurch’s life. The role of laity was di-minished, resulting in a loss of missionoutreach. Now that Central Europe is en-joying a time of freedom, democracyand social justice, the hope is to reintro-duce a church which is faithful to itscalling and relevant in today’s world.This can be done through quality educa-tion in the Christian faith which is fo-cused on theology, social ministry andmission work.

The Center for Christian Education has astrategic plan. It is working toward its

goals by creating educational institutions covering all agegroups – kindergarten, elementary school, high school, univer-sity level, and continuing education for laity in the Bible, theChurch’s doctrine, social work and mission work. At the centerof the campus stands the Martin Lutheran Church, a living sym-bol of all that takes place through the many programs of theCenter for Christian Education.

Lutheran Kindergarten – established in September 2012In September 2012, the Center for Christian Education openedthe first protestant kindergarten in the Martin area. This wasestablished with the leadership of the Martin Lutheran Church,

along with American and Slovak vol-unteer construction workers and thefinancial support of partnering indi-viduals and congregations in the USA.The goal of the new kindergarten pro-gram is to communicate the love ofGod and to nurture the youngest chil-dren and their parents in the Chris-tian faith.

Lutheran Elementary School – established in 2003The Lutheran Elementary School wascreated to be a place where children could come to know JesusChrist, be free to ask the most important questions about life,God and the world, and receive competent, high-quality Chris-tian instruction. The school has become an effective missiontool as it makes a significant impact not only in the lives of itsstudents, but also in the lives of the students’ parents, familiesand congregations. This is mission in the Christian faith througheducation of the highest quality.

Bilingual High School – established in September 2013The educational program of the Lutheran Elementary Schoolthoroughly prepares pupils for a bilingual (Slovak and English)high school education. This new program has been approved bythe Slovak Ministry of Education and opened in the fall of 2013.In creating this new program, Christian high school educationreturns to the Martin region after 130 years of absence.

Department of Religious Studies – established in 2012The academic abilities of the Bible School faculty were recog-nized by the neighboring state-run University of Zilina in 2012,when the University established a Department of ReligiousStudies. This recognition was also prompted by the success ofgraduating students in the two pioneer study programs taughtat the university by the Bible School faculty. The B.A. and M.A.degrees in Religious Education were established in 2001, andthe B.A. degree in Mission Work with Children and Youth wasestablished in 2006.

An Invitation to Participate and ServeThe theme, “The Miracle Continues” proclaims the faith andhope of the CCE in Martin, Slovakia. Into the many aspects ofthis partnership, there is a place for you to serve Christ’schurch. The vision we share with our partners in Slovakia con-tinues to be a gift from God, and we are blessed as a congrega-tion to have received this vision. To God alone the glory!

Please consider this your personal invitation and call from Godto serve in this ministry. For further information on how youmay serve contact Paul Berge, director of Vision Slovakia. I canbe reached by email: [email protected], and by phoneat St. Andrew’s: 651-762-9143.

The Lutheran Church in Martinstands at the heart of the cam-pus of the Center for ChristianEducation.

Pastor Jan Bohdan Hrobonresisted the totalitarianregime and lived to see hisvision of establishingschools for Christian edu-cation of all ages.

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