Post on 16-Oct-2020
501 NW 16th Street, Grand Rapids, Minnesota 55744 (218) 326-8508 www.saintand.org February 2020
FROM PASTOR DAVE…
Oh the blessings and curses of living in this winter wonderland! I just love having enough snow to go cross
country skiing and snow shoeing. It’s beautiful and peaceful in the woods. It smells clean and fresh. And yet
… all that snow sometimes needs to be moved. I’ve seen pictures of a friend’s outbuilding/shop with a caved
in roof from all the weight of the snow. So like many of you, I have been up on the roof of our house moving
the three feet of snow accumulated. And yes – I have an “Avalanche” snow rake with the neat slippery slide,
which makes it easier for those portions of the roof that are straight. And yet … looked at from above, our
house looks like a plus sign (or I suppose I should say “cross”). That means I have four valleys, and as they are
slanted sideways, in addition to down, the Avalanche does not work well. It gets the first 16 feet of the areas
outside of the valleys. The rest we get to move by hand. And it’s heavy. And it’s hard on the back. And I
don’t have the stamina I used to have. And it wipes me out, so that I’ve gone to bed by 8:00 pm the past two
nights. And we’re still not done (only about ¼ left!) But I love having enough snow to go cross country skiing
and snow shoeing! And I do like living here – because of and in spite of all the snow.
You could say it’s a mixed bag. Kind of like life. We have highs and lows. Things that make us smile, laugh,
proud, pleased, as well as things that drag us down, burden us, make us sad or mad. My little lesson of life
and faith as I reflect on the blessings and curses of snow is that we need to make time for enjoying God’s
Great Northwoods. We need to make time for recreation. We need to make time for re-creation. We will
find greater fulfillment when we are able to stop and smell the roses, or to stop and smell the balsam trees,
and to take in the beauty of the snow clinging to the balsam branches. We will be better grounded when we
are able to stop and to thank God for God’s many blessings. At the same time, we know there is work to be
done, things to accomplish, places to go and people to meet and errands to run. The heavy lifting of life needs
to be done. Take your time. Work together (I am so blessed that Gayle is working on the snow with me!).
Take breaks. Breathe. And know that no matter what burdens you carry or need to move, the Spirit of God is
as close as a breath. God surrounds you and fills you. Jesus invites all who are weary and carrying heavy
burdens to come to Him, and He will give us rest.
Yes – God is with us in the good times, times we are enjoying the beauty of creation, and God is with us as we
deal with the burdens of life – and the burden of heavy snow. May we sense God’s presence in it all.
Peace, Pastor Dave
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NEW STABLE BUILT BY JACOB AHCAN
This past Christmas Eve, you may have noticed a new stable as part of
our Live Nativity. The previous stable had deteriorated to the point that
we burned it at last year’s Epiphany celebration. Jacob Ahcan, member
of St. Andrew’s his whole life, stepped up and offered to build a new one
as part of his final project in his quest to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout.
Jacob also built a new altar table for our lakeside worship area together
with a platform so it stands level. Finally, he also built a new bench at
the top of the hill on the trail that leads to the lake.
Thank you, Jacob, for thinking of your church for your Eagle Scout
Project. And CONGRATUALTIONS on achieving the prestigious rank of
Eagle Scout!
The Rev. Dr. Herbert W. Chilstrom, 88, first presiding bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran
Church in America (ELCA), died January 19, at his home in Green
Valley, Arizona. There will be a memorial service at 1:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 15, at Christ Chapel Gustavus Adolphus College,
St. Peter, Minnesota. ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton will
preside and bring a greeting, and Presiding Bishop Emeritus Mark
Hanson will preach.
The Rev. Dr. Herbert W. Chilstrom was born October 18, 1931, in
Litchfield, Minnesota. Chilstrom completed academic degrees at
Augsburg University, Augustana Seminary, Lutheran School of
Theology at Chicago, Princeton Seminary and New York University,
where he earned a doctorate in education degree.
He served Lutheran congregations in Pelican Rapids, Elizabeth and
St. Peter. He was professor and dean at Luther College, Teaneck,
New Jersey, from 1962 to 1970. In 1976, he was elected bishop of
Minnesota Synod of the Lutheran Church in America (LCA). At the 1987 merger that created the 5.2
million member ELCA, he was elected first presiding bishop.
Chilstrom served on numerous boards of directors, including those of the Lutheran World Federation,
Geneva, Switzerland (as vice president); Luther Seminary, St. Paul; Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota;
Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter and National Council of Churches.
After retirement, he continued to be active in church and community, preaching and lecturing in many
parts of the country. He became a Minnesota master gardener, volunteering and serving as interim
director at Linnaeus Arboretum at Gustavus Adolphus College. Blessed be his memory.
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St. Andrew’s Youth News
February 2020
Senior High Youth – 9th-12th Grades, Sunday nights
6:00-8:00 pm (starts with dinner)
This is a night for FUN, FAITH AND FELLOWSHIP!
All are welcome!
*** February 2rd – Not really into football? That’s ok! Come to youth group for a
football-themed game night where we are all on God’s team!
***February 9th – It’s never fun to feel like you’re on the outside of an inside
joke…come to youth group from 6:30-8:00 pm for some chatting about how we
are called to be welcoming. Plus - of course - games, weirdness and fun!
***February 16th – I know it’s the start of your break from school, but I hope you
can still find time to come to youth group and have some fun!
***February 23rd – Get ready for an St. A’s style Amazing (G)Race! This is a team
game so bring your friends! The more the merrier!
Senior High Lite Nite!
Each Wednesday following the RECHARGE dinner (5:00-6:00 pm) and worship
service (6:00-6:45 pm), 10-12th grade meet for an abbreviated youth group/
hang out time from 6:45-7:45 pm.
Going to Cardia Deo?
Make sure to visit St. Andrew’s website / Children and
Family/ High School Youth for the packing list, schedule and
details!
https://www.saintand.org/high-school/
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Middle School Youth Group
6th, 7th and 8th grades – 4:30-6:30 pm
2nd and 4th Sundays of each month
Our February youth group dates are the 9th and the 26th. Arrive at 4:30 pm for fun
games, great friends and faithful fellowship! We’ll have dinner together at 6:00 pm
before departing.
Ozark Mountains Mission Trip,
9th-12th Grades
We decided to adjust the dates of the trip
to accommodate more schedules. It is now
June 22nd through July 2nd and it’s VERY
IMPORTANT that you register immediately
with Nikki if you haven’t done so yet!
Getting a head count is important to
making our plans!
Boundary Waters Canoe
Adventures with VLM and
Pastor Dave!
9-12th Grades
There are a few spots left!
First come, first served!
$100 deposit holds your spot - $350
in total—July 12th through the 17th!
HURRY!
St. Andrew’s Sunday School Youth (S.A.S.S.Y.)
3 yr. olds-8th Grade, Sunday mornings from 10:20-11:20am
Feb. 2nd – The Beatitudes, Matthew 5:1-12
Feb. 9th - Salt and Light, Matthew 5:13-20
Feb. 16th - Jesus Teaches about Anger, Matthew 5:21-37
Feb. 23rd – The Transfiguration, Matthew 17:1-13
Parents and Guardians:
***We will be starting AND ending our Sunday School hour in the Sanctuary. Kids will need to be
signed out for safety reasons…thank you for understanding!
***Kids can visit the SASSY EXPRESS LANE for treats following worship service so that they may
be served quickly and get back the Sanctuary before we start.
***To receive announcements and reminders via text and/or email, please give Nikki your info to
add to her group text list or go to the website – www.saintand.org to sign up for Remind 101
messages through text or emails.
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If you have any questions, concerns or comments, please contact Nikki Rud -
office 326-8508, Cell – call or text (218) 259-9129, email nikki@saintand.org
Looking for the perfect sweet for your sweets!?!
Youth will be selling giant heart cookies decorated for Valentine’s Day on
Wednesday night at RECHARGE, Feb. 12th. Cookie choices are chocolate
chip or sugar and will be iced and decorated. We will personalize your
cookie upon request and if you can’t’ make it to RECHARGE, just give
Nikki a holler and order one (or more! ) in advance. We will even
deliver if necessary! Each cookie is $10 and serves between 4-6 people.
THANKS!
THANK YOU for your generosity in
supporting the youth!
Your prayerful, spiritual and financial
help is SO APPRECIATED!
~ St. Andrew’s Youth
BENEFIT CONCERT! Tri-United Lutheran Parish of Bovey, Warba,
and Jacobson will be hosting a special concert featuring musical
performers from their parish on Sunday, February 23 at 2:00 pm at St.
Andrew's Lutheran Church in Grand Rapids. Admission to the concert
is free -- free will offering collected to benefit Support Within
Reach and efforts to help victims of sexual violence and human
trafficking as well as raise awareness of human trafficking, a global
problem that also affects our northern Minnesota communities.
Following the concert, there will be pie and coffee. For more
information, contact Brenda Wagner at 218-341-1831.
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SPECIAL CONTRIBUTION MADE TO HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Recently St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church presented Itasca County Habitat for Humanity with a gift of $10,000. The congregation had made a commitment to give 10% of funds raised from the “For Such a Time AS This” appeal to ministries or non-profit organizations. The Congregation Council decided to make a contribution with each $100,000 raised. The gift to Habitat for Humanity was the first part of our tithe. Since the congregation has already raised slightly more than $200,000, the council will soon be deciding what organization to support with the next $10,000.
Pictured left to right: Peter Lavalier and Jim Willford (both are on the Board of Directors for Habitat for Humanity) Jaimie Mjolsness, (Executive Director for Habitat for Humanity) Barry Olson (President of St. Andrew’s at the time) Chris Morque, (Habitat Construction Manager) and Alan Anderberg (member of St. Andrew’s Council and Habitat volunteer)
Book review submitted by Carmen Jackson, borrowed from the St. Andrew’s library.
I recently read the book, ‘Holy Grounds: Coffee and Faith – From Dancing Goats to Satan’s Drink’ by Tim Schenck. Since I had not ever actually looked into the history of coffee and where it comes from, I was intrigued by what Pastor Schenck wrote. The book taught me that coffee beans grow on a tropical evergreen shrub or tree. From these trees the beans are harvested by picking “cherries” which each contain 2 of the coffee beans. This harvest is done by hand. After the cherries have dried, the beans are removed and dried some more, then hulled prior to exporting. There are
mainly two types of beans – Arabica (the better one!) and Robusta. As to the actual origins of coffee and its initial uses, the stories are varied and uncertain. The author shares his deep reverence that coffee brings to community building, serving as a basis for friendship and conversation. He explains how important it is to support Fair Trade coffee and talks about his visit to the Equal Exchange coop where coffee beans are roasted for the product that is sold here at St. Andrew’s. Reading this book has encouraged me to pursue the possibility of serving only Equal Exchange coffee at St. Andrew’s. As Pastor Tim says in this book, we need to provide a “good” cup of coffee as part of our hospitality to the congregation and visitors. At the same time we would be supporting the farmers associated with the Fair Trade coop called Equal Exchange.
Women’s Coffee and Conversation Group assembled
candy cane gift cards at their meeting in December. The
cards were given to the children after their Sunday School
Christmas Program presentation at worship on Sunday,
December 15. The children were excited to receive them.
Pictured are Brenda Larson, Eileen Grosland, Gail Olijnek,
Wanda Clark, Heather Erickson, Mary Johnson and Cheryl
Young. Thank you to WELCA for donating the supplies and
to the women for assembly these gifts.
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Planning to further your education next year by attending college or another post-secondary educational facility? If so, apply online for a St. Andrew's education scholarship and feel the support from your hometown congregation! Applicants have until April 1st to apply, and scholarships will be awarded in May. To apply, go to saintand.org, click on the ministries tab and select health and wellness. Once there, scroll down to the link for the scholarship application.
The "Men's Breakfast" is a group of men who meet every Wednesday morning at 7:00 am at the Forest Lake Restaurant. Each week, they discuss the scripture for the next Sunday's worship service. It's a nice way to start the day. All men welcome to attend.
Deadline for March Newsletter All news articles and information need to be in the church office by February 20 to have it included in the March newsletter. Please note, the deadline is ALWAYS the 20th of each month. We are no longer going to mail via USPS except to the home bound. If we don’t already have your email address, please call the church office at 218-326-8508 and let us know. Or email saintand@saintand.org and give it to us that way also. The newsletter can also be viewed online on our website at www.saintand.org
The members of the PRAYER CHAIN
are ready to offer their confidential
help and support through prayer.
Please call Jean Gardner at 218-301-
6130 or Gail Olijnek at 326-2431 with
your prayer requests.
Have you ever thought about joining the prayer chain but didn’t feel you had the time? Here’s the good news: the Prayer Chain has gone 21st
Century. We now pass the prayer requests via email which means you no longer have to make phone calls and leave messages. If you believe in the power of prayer and would like to become a part of the prayer chain, please contact Jean Gardner or Gail Olijnek. If you don't have email but would like to be on the prayer chain, you are still very welcome.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
It’s been a perfect winter to start a new craft, so if you are thinking of learning how to knit or crochet with a great group of women who make prayer shawls for people in need, we are your group! We meet the 4th Tuesday of the month at 10:00 am in the Fireside Room to work on our prayer shawls, pray for others, and have some fellowship time. We have yarn available if you need some. Any questions, please contact Gail Olijnek at 218-326-2431. We hope to see you on Tuesday, February 25, at 10:00 am!
St. Andrew’s Rascals (ages 55+) Rascals will meet Thursday,
February 13. Hosts are Mary Swanson and Brenda Larson. Program
presented by Anita Williams “Wildlife in the Galapagos Islands” begins at
5:00 pm; followed by dinner at 6:00 pm. Cost for catered meal is $12.00
each. Please sign up on the kiosk by Sunday, February 9 and make checks
payable to Mary Swanson. Payment must be made in advance. Give
checks to Mary or drop off in the church office.
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Linking Women Together
Women's Group News
"Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and
with all your mind and with all your strength." Mark 12:30
Monthly Spiritual Opportunities for all Women
of St. Andrew’s:
Women’s Coffee and Conversation Group meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month at 9:30 am in the Fireside Room. Bible Study, treats and conversation. All women welcome.
Quilting Group meets every Wednesday at 9:30 am in the Fireside Room. It is never too late to join the quilters who continue their mission to provide quilts to those in need overseas and also in the USA. No experience necessary; all women welcome. There is a job for everyone. If you can’t make it every week, just come when you can. If you can’t make it on Wednesdays, we have quilt top kits available to take home to sew. They are located in the credenza; instructions included. Questions? Call Gail Shoemaker at 245-1202.
Beginning on Ash Wednesday, February 26, Lenten Soup Suppers will be served at 5:00 pm prior to the weekly Lenten worship services Lenten Serving Groups will be as follows:
Group 1 will serve Ash Wednesday—February 26 Group 2 will serve week 1—March 4 Group 3 will serve week 2—March 11 Group 4 will serve week 3—March 18 Group 5 will serve week 4—March 25 Group 6 will serve week 5—April 1
Sunday Coffee Hour
Thank you very much for your Christian hospitality to
help make this coffee time a success. February co-
leaders are Jean Gardner and Gail Olijnek.
Members of the February committee are:
Jan Anderson Alicia Bauman
Diane Bedient Deanna Bothma
Angel Bradshaw Charity Briggs
Andrea Bundermann Jennifer Bymark
Kay Carvey Mary Pat Christensen
Jerry Clark Shannon Cook
Kevin Docken Megan Drusch Hilback
Jennifer Eck Heather Erickson
Jennifer Fothergill Diane Goetzman
Shana Gould Anissa Grotjohn
Jill Haroldson Tiffany Hagen
Esther Hoganson Barbara Hueston
Melanie Jacobson Kim Jamtgaard
Rachelle Jensen Judy Johnson
Tammy Johnson Tina Kappenman
Tina Karges Julie Kennedy
Jean Koewler Carol Kolu
Shirley Kongsjord Tami Kottke
Kara Lefebvre Bette Luoma
Tiffany Madsen Shannon Mann
Kathleen Menk Susan Mertz
Marlys Mestemacher Melissa Mostoller
Gail Nelson Larry Nelson
Susan Oberhelman Barb Olson
Becky Pellymounter Frances Rowe
Amy Savela Polly Sheppard
Gail Shoemaker Cathy Snowden
Cindy Tweet Pat Vann
Rochele Wimmer Nicolle Zuehlke
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Thank You Notes
Thank you to all the faithful volunteers that help out at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in so many ways. Whether it be volunteering as worship assistants, helping in the church office with stuffing envelopes, assembling bulletins and newsletters, special projects, office coverage for vacations etc., numerous building and equipment repairs/improvements, RECHARGE meals, the list goes on and on… THANK YOU! THANK YOU!! I especially thank everyone for their assistance during the holiday season. Angela Olson, Parish Secretary St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, In our region, winters can bring unexpected expenses to already struggling individuals and families. Increased expenses like heating bills, vehicle repairs due to cold weather and illnesses can create a temporary need for help. Having to choose between keeping your children warm or
having food in the house is no choice any parent wants to make. Thanks to your generous gift of $204.00, we are able to lessen that burden on struggling individuals and families. By supporting Second Harvest, you are helping to ensure that within north central Minnesota, hungry children, working families, disabled people and the elderly have enough food to put on their tables when times are tough. Through our Food Distribution Program, Second Harvest Food Shelf, Child Hunger Programs, Nutrition Assistance for Seniors Program (NAPS) and SNAP Outreach, we are able to provide over 3 million meals a year to those in need. You are a valued partner in our fight against hunger. Thank you for your generosity and for making a difference here in north central Minnesota with the Noise Offering. Sincerely, Susan Estee, Executive Director
LENTEN FAITH MENTORING
Once again, all youth in our FINK confirmation program will be looking for an adult to serve as their
Lenten Faith Mentor. A Mentor is someone who will commit to worshipping with the youth they are
mentoring and then engaging in a guided discussion of life and faith. (Printed discussion guides are
provided each week.) The goal of the mentoring program is to provide each youth with yet another
trusted adult at St. Andrew’s – someone who will take an interest in them, love them, pray for them,
and hopefully greet them whenever they see each other in church or in the community. Please
consider saying “yes” if a youth asks you to be their mentor. Or, upon reading this, perhaps you would
let Pastor Dave know that you would be willing to mentor someone who has yet to find a mentor. You
can make a difference in the life of a young person – a member of the same body of Christ and family of
God you are part of.
February 26—Worship with Holy
Communion and Imposition of Ashes
at 6:00 pm
Preceded by light meal 5:00-6:00 pm
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Pastoral Acts Baptisms
Jan 19 Kevin Matthew Trevena
Special Gifts $25 to Capital Appeal Fund in memory of Margaret Myers by Harry & Jean Gardner
$50 to Youth Fund in honor of Kory Cease—anonymous
$25 to Memorial Fund in memory of Irene Dodds by Ron & Nancy Axtell
$25 to Memorial Fund in memory of Irene Dodds by Lavonne S. Johnson
$20 to Good Samaritan Fund in memory of Irene Dodds by Jim & Gail Olijnek
$25 to Good Samaritan Fund in memory of Irene Dodds by Nancy Reid
$25 to Capital Appeal Fund in memory of Irene Dodds by Tom & Eileen Grosland
$25 to Capital Appeal Fund in memory of Irene Dodds by Jan Bilden
$90 to Capital Appeal Fund in memory of Irene Dodds by Mike & Ardy Flaherty
$20 to Library Fund in memory of Irene Dodds by Frances Rowe
$25 to Memorial Fund (Music) in memory of Irene Dodds by Gail Shoemaker
$25 to Memorial Fund (Music) in memory of Irene Dodds by Harold & Diane Goetzman
$75 to Memorial Fund (Music) in memory of Irene Dodds by Kirk & Deb Dodds
$100 to Capital Appeal Fund in memory of Myrtle Gardner by Marn & Marie Flicker
$25 to Capital Appeal Fund in memory of Myrtle Gardner by Tom & Eileen Grosland
$25 to Capital appeal Fund in memory of Myrtle Gardner by Barry & Angela Olson
$25 to Scholarship Fund in memory of Myrtle Gardner by Chuck & Jan Stenson
$40 to Scholarship Fund in memory of Myrtle Gardner by Jim & Gail Olijnek
$25 to Memorial Fund (Music) in memory of Myrtle Gardner by Brian & Dawn Jenkins
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St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church December 17, 2019
Congregational Council Meeting Minutes Present: Pastor David Anderson, Amber Jackson, Alan Anderberg, Marj Lavalier, Barry Olson, Dan Thureen, Cindy Busby. By phone: Byron
Snowden, Betsy Trevena Absent: Kim Jamtgaard, John Saccoman, Jim Martinetto
Devotions – Cindy Busby Additions to the Agenda President’s Comments Pastor and CYFM reports—see attached reports Previous Minutes – Motion to accept November meeting minutes by Dan Thureen, 2nd by Cindy Busby. Motion passed. Treasurer’s Report – Expenses have been up as expected, offering has been down slightly. We are still in a good position moving into
December. Motion to accept November Treasurer’s Report by Amber Jackson, 2nd by Marj Lavalier. Motion passed. Old Business
Capital Appeal Update Summary sheet – Pastor Motion to move Outreach Benevolence $10K (second giving), from Congregationally Approved to Receive Funds to the Council
Authorized to Proceed by Amber Jackson, 2nd Marj Lavalier. Motion passed. Project(s) update—Alan. Roofing project is just about complete. Congregation Covenant to Care for Creation—a group has met and is in the works 2020 Budget Planning EOG update - Pastor Dave Review updated Draft
New Business Nomination Committee update (5 openings)
Byron Snowden is willing to renew; Kim Jamtgaard is willing to renew; Vicky Lorenz is willing to be nominated; Sue Mertz is willing to be nominated; Other pending response(s)
Christmas Eve Services & Animals Continuing Education—Motion to authorize the transfer of any balances of Continuing Education line items for Pastor (5275) to the
dedicated funds already created for this (8210 for Pastor) by Dan Thureen, 2nd by Amber Jackson. Motion passed. Cash Reserve—Motion to transfer anticipated Cash Surplus in the amount of $500 to Sister Synod Companion Relationship (5116) by
Barry Olson, 2nd by Amber Jackson. Motion passed. Motion to transfer $500 to 8050 Benevolence Fund by Marj Lavalier, 2nd by Cindy Busby. Motion passed.
Upcoming Calendar Events 24 – Dec Christmas Eve Worship (3pm, 5:30pm, 10:30pm) 5 – Jan Council/staff Christmas Party @ Lavalier's (5:30 pm) 6 – Jan Epiphany & Un-decorate Event (Monday 4pm) 14 – Jan Extra Council Meeting to finalize budget proposal 19 – Jan 4th Qtr Budget & 2020 Budget Forum 21- Jan Regular Council Meeting 26 – Jan Congregational Annual Meeting ? Orientation for new Council Members ? Council Retreat
Adjournment – Lord’s Prayer Special Budget Meeting – January 14, 2020 6:00 pm Fireside Room Next regular meeting – January 21, 2020 6:00 pm Fireside Room. Devotions – Barry Olson
Committee’s: Executive: Pastor Dave, Pres. Barry, VP John, Treas. Dan, Secretary Amber Financial Planning & Giving: Dan, Jim Property Site Care & Planning: Alan, Amber Faith Formation & Journey: Betsy, Kim, John Faith in Action: Barry, Marj, Cindy, Byron
Submitted by Amber Jackson
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We are pleased to announce that we have additional and convenient ways for you to do the giving you want to do to St. Andrew’s using your credit or debit card. Giving online is easy and allows you to either make a one-time contribution or to set up automatic recurring contributions. Simply visit the church website at www.saintand.org and then click on the donate button. Or donate from your smart phone. Simply scan the image you see here using your phone’s QR code reader. (Many free code readers are available at your app store). Contributions can be made to either the General Fund to support our many ministries, or to the Sight and Sound Fund.
Would you find it helpful to have your offerings debited directly from your bank account as you probably
do with other obligations? St. Andrew’s offers electronic giving for those of you who wish to have
contributions transferred electronically to the church’s account. If you have plans to travel or will be gone during
the winter months or anytime during the year, electronic giving gives you a convenient way to keep up with your
intended offerings. ‘Simply Giving’ is easy and convenient. If you would like to set up a convenient process for
consistent giving to St. Andrew’s, we encourage you to contact the church office at 326-8508.
Calling all preschool age families—St. Andrew's Preschool is now accepting registrations for the 2020/2021 school year. There are 2 classes: Monday/Wednesday/Friday for students planning to go into kindergarten in September 2021 and Tuesday/Thursday for kids who are 3 years old and potty trained by September 1, 2020. All classes meet from 8:30-11:30 am. Please contact Sarah Litchke for more information and to register. (218) 259-3043 or call the Preschool at 326-8508, ext 5.
Attention Thrivent Members: Through the Thrivent Choice Dollars program, you may have undirected choice dollars
remaining from 2019 to be directed. By directing Choice Dollars, you can recommend where Thrivent distributes a
portion of its chartable grant funds. Participating in Thrivent choice is a wonderful way to help non-profit
organizations, such as St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, that are doing great things in our community. The 2018 awarded
Choice Dollars expire on March 31, 2020. You have two options: 1) Go online to Thrivent.com/thriventchoice. If you
haven’t registered on Thrivent.com, you’ll first have to register and create a user ID, password and security question.
2) Call phone #800-847-4836 and say “Thrivent choice” when prompted. Thank you for directing your Thrivent Choice
Dollars to St. Andrew’s!
Also, if you are a Thrivent Member, you may be able to apply for a Thrivent Action Team Grant. Action Team Grants
provide ‘seed money’ for events hosted at/by St. Andrew’s. Please contact the church office and let us know you are a
Thrivent member so we can help you can take advantage of this program.
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St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church
501 NW 16th Street
Grand Rapids MN 55744
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Sunday—Worship 9:00 am
Sunday School classes 10:20 am
Wednesday RECHARGE—light meal served 5:00-6:00 pm
Worship 6:00 pm
Final 15 at 7:45 pm
ST. ANDREW’S MISSION STATEMENT
WELCOME All people of faith in community in Jesus Christ, inviting and celebrating a
rich diversity of members.
CELEBRATE God’s presence in our lives.
GROW In our experience and understanding of God’s grace and God’s purpose for
our lives.
REACH Out with compassion to those in need, especially those who have not
heard the gospel of Jesus Christ.