Lenten Sermon Series: BROKEN

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1 Week of March 17, 2019 Dock Children s Education Pick Up Locations All children must be picked up following worship by their responsible adult or a 6th grade or older sibling. Sanctuary: Preschool Room 102 Kindergarten Room 203 Grades 1 & 2 Room 204 Grade 3 Room 201 Grades 4 & 5 Room 202 *note change* Great Hall: Saturday Preschool-Grade 1 Room 2 Grades 2-5 Green Room Great Hall: Sunday Preschool - K Room 2 Grades 1-3 Green Room Grades 4 & 5 Room 5B TreeHouse Benefit Concert: Hope Sings! Join us Friday, March 29, 7-9 p.m. in the Sanctuary Featuring International Contemporary Christian artist Jason Gray and St. Andrew s-own Sara Renner and the Elements Learn more about TreeHouse s vision to reach hurting teens in our community. Get your $20 tickets today at thyouth.org/hopesings *** FREE with promo code TREEHOUSE19 *** Lenten Study: Saint and Sinner Part 1 - The Ancient Church Wednesdays after worship 7:30-8:30 p.m. thru April 10, Sanctuary Room 204 Join us each week as we discuss our church ancestors. Who are they and how did we get to where we are today? This will not remotely resemble a boring history lecture. Bring the popcorn these true tales will amaze and delight! Intern Pastor Caroline Keenan at ckeenan@saintandrews.org for more information. Prayer School Wednesdays, April 24-May p.m. Sanctuary Room 204 Join Pastor Straiton for a four-week Prayer School. Our goal is to increase and enhance the power and practice of prayer. Along with presenting a fresh perspective on the purpose and practice of prayer, you will also learn how to pray a Daily Prayer Liturgy created specifically for St. Andrew s. At its center, prayer is simply being present to the presence of God. There is no fee for this class; however, registration is required. Register at saintandrews.org or by contacting Dianne Nash ( or dnash@ saintandrews.org).

2 Lenten Sermon Series: BROKEN None knows the weight of another s burden, wrote poet and priest George Herbert. This Lenten season during worship on both Wednesdays and weekends, we will focus on the theme, Broken. Each of us is broken in different ways, broken and beaten by life, feeling separated from God in some aspect, hurt by an imperfect and sinful world. Join us throughout Lent as we experience healing through the one who was broken for us. broken Lenten Worship: Wednesdays through April 10 10:30 a.m. St. Andrew s Village 12 noon Great Hall Soup and sandwich luncheon follows 6:30 p.m. Sanctuary Caring for Creation Weekend March 30/31 The Environmental Stewardship Team (EST) presents Caring for Creation 2019 on March 30/31. The weekend will feature information tables: Household Tips to Help Creation Fix It Clinic, Compost Bins, and Rain barrels by Washington County The Home Energy Squad Small Things in Woodbury (Fair Trade Store) Solar information by MNIPL (Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light) Monarchs & Milkweeds presented by U of M master gardeners Costa Farm s CSA Program (Community Supported Agriculture), Electric bikes and vehicles Live animals 2

3 Third Chapter Ministry A Look at Your Spiritual Gifts Baby Boomers and Beyond Tuesday, March 19, Great Hall 6:30 p.m. - Casual Conversation 7 to 8:30 p.m. - Program/Focus You are invited to join Christa Getchell, St. Andrew s Chief Operating Officer, and Sue Lennartson, Director of 3rd Chapter Ministry, for an evening of learning about spiritual gifts and looking at your individual spiritual gifts. You will fill out a Spiritual Gifts Inventory to assist in looking at your giftedness. You will be in discussion around - S H A P E..your Spiritual Gifts...Heart...Abilities...Passion... Experiences. At every stage and age of life we have so much to discover about how God has create to bring in helping to shape and impact the now and the future of our community, society, families and the church at large. Super Friday! Assemble Lent and Easter Bulletins Lunch provided! Friday, April 12, 9 a.m.-12 noon The fun is almost here! If you can help, then stay for a delicious Easter lunch, contact Joe Holmberg, , jholmberg@ saintandrews.org. It is so greatly appreciated! Special Congregational Meeting The St. Andrew s Lutheran Church Council, pursuant to the St. Andrew s Evangelical Lutheran Church Constitution, is calling a Special Congregational Meeting on Sunday, March 31, 2019, at 11:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary immediately following the 10:30 a.m. worship service. The purpose of the meeting is: To vote to approve the Hope Lives building project To vote to approve short-term construction financing for the Hope Lives building project This is an important time in the life of St. Andrew s and we hope to see you there! Conversations on Diversity Thursdays, March 21, April 18, May 16; 6-8 p.m. Great Hall Join Glocal as we host the Community Dinner featuring a different ethnic cuisine each time. During dinner hear their stories through music and then stay after dinner for conversation with others about how you experience the beautiful diversity of the Kingdom of God. Childcare is available. The Gospel on Monday with Pastor John Straiton Mondays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Great Hall Join any time as we take an in-depth look at the Gospel lesson for the following weekend worship. There is no cost for this class; however, please sign up at saintandrews.org or by contacting Dianne Nash (dnash@saintandrews.org or ). New Member Class Sunday, April 7, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. If you would like to become more engaged in your faith, more involved at St. Andrew s or want to hear what Christ is calling St. Andrew s to be in this world, come to our New Member Class in Sanctuary Room 204. Contact Ronda Sowada to register for the class or if you have questions, or rsowada@saintandrews.org. A light lunch is served and childcare provided. Direct Thrivent Choice Dollars by March 31 Eligible Thrivent Financial members who have available Choice Dollars have until March 31, 2019, to direct them. Don t miss this opportunity to recommend that Thrivent Financial provide outreach funding to St. Andrew s Lutheran Church. Go to Thrivent.com/thriventchoice to learn more. Or call and say Thrivent Choice after the prompt. 3

4 Children, Youth & Family Ministry Family Water Park Weekend April at Metropolis Resort, Eau Claire, WI Cost: $20 per person (ages 3 and up), plus lodging and transportation. Join us for a weekend of fun and faith formation with your child(ren) while away from home. There will be a meetand-greet Friday evening, dinner and worship on Saturday, and the rest of the time is for your family to relax and play. Designed for families with children ages 3 to 8 (and older or younger siblings). Lodging ($140 per night plus tax) and transportation are the family s responsibility (link provided after registration). Register at saintandrews.org > Register > Family Water Park Weekend. Information: Beth Hamen at or bhamen@saintandrews.org. Wednesday Night Alive - Wednesdays, 2:45-6:30 p.m. for Lent (thru April 17; closed March 13 for Spring Break) in the Youth and Sports Center Children and youth are invited to our afternoon drop-in program with open gym, games, movies, and pizza and snack sales. Come after school or prior to evening programming (such as Confirmation or children s choirs). Supervision is provided for youth grades 6-12; children grades 5 and younger must have a responsible adult present. First Communion Skipping Stone Workshop: April 6, 9:30-11:45 a.m. in the Great Hall Celebration: Maundy Thursday, April 18, 7 p.m. Worship in the Sanctuary Holy Communion brings the fellowship of believers to the Lord s Table. The First Communion workshop is an experiential opportunity for children (grades 1-5) to learn more about this special practice and prepare them to receive it. At least one parent/guardian attends with their child; other family members are welcome. Children then receive their first Communion during a worship service (selected on the registration form). For more information or to register, visit saintandrews.org > Children, Youth & Family > Skipping Stones, or contact Lisa Heyer at or lheyer@saintandrews.org. 4 Summer Ministries Get ready for an exciting summer full of fun and faith! Our summer programs include Vacation Bible School, Camp Wapo, children s day camps, Confirmation Camp, youth mission trips, retreats, bonfire Bible studies, and more. Explore what we have in store for a summer of learning, serving, and growing together! See saintandrews.org/ summerministries for details and registration links. Holy Week Volunteer Opportunities Week of April 14 Volunteer opportunities are available for all ages (including families together) during the many worship experiences during Holy Week. All are especially welcome to volunteer with the Good Friday Interactive Worship - Walking the Story of Jesus, including helping with our Jerusalem Marketplace, passing out worship bulletins, and assisting in the kitchen. Complete details on all opportunities available at saintandrews.org/ volunteer. Parent Education Series: Making Room For Faith in Busy Times Monday, April 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sanctuary Room 203 On-the-go families often find it difficult to make time for faith, but sharing faith can happen anytime, anywhere! This conversation explores how to engage faith in the routines and rhythms of daily life, starting with biblical stories of passing on faith and discussing practical ideas for developing faith in the family home. Facilitated by Mark Jackson, Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministry. High School Ministry Ongoing High School Ministry Events Happening this month: Peer Ministry Monthly, Peer Ministry Leadership Team, Tuesday Morning Breakfast Club (March 19, 26), Worship Band (March 24, 31). For more information, contact Josh Carlson at or jcarlson@saintandrews. org, check for full details at saintandrews.org > Children, Youth and Family > High School.

5 Counseling, Care, Support GriefShare Thursdays, through June 6, :45 to 8:45 p.m. in Sanctuary Building BEGIN ANYTIME! GriefShare is a Christcentered grief recovery support group. The Biblically-based program, focusing on grief topics associated with the death of a loved one, is presented in a 13-week video series featuring nationally respected grief experts. In group discussion you will have an opportunity to share with people who have gone through grief and understand the pain of your loss and start the journey from mourning to joy. Call Joanne Zehnder at for more information. Register online at saintandrews. org or contact Lisa Grundtner at lgrundtner@ saintandrews.org or Cost is $18 which covers all materials. Divorce: Hope and Healing New Divorce Support Group Tuesdays, thru April 16, 6:30-8 p.m. Christos Center for Spiritual Formation, Lino Lakes This divorce support group is a time to come together for support, strategies, and hope while moving through this difficult transition. This group is open to all, wherever you are on this journey. Come to as many sessions as you are able. No registration necessary. Cost $15 for materials. Scholarships available. For information, contact Carole Lundell at clundell@saintandrews.org or Spiritual Care for Caregivers A community of support for caregivers is starting again. Join us on the third Tuesday of every month (3/19, 4/16, & 5/21) 1-2 p.m. in Sanctuary Room 201. We will provide monthly devotions, and a warm, welcoming space to share the joys and pains of caregiving. All caregivers are welcome to attend the gatherings at no cost, no prior registration required. Please contact Resource Counselor Heidi Lender at hlender@saintandrews. org or with any questions. Have your cup filled with love, prayer and the Holy Spirit. Holy Week Volunteer Opportunities Week of April 14 Volunteer opportunities are available for all ages (including families together) during the many worship experiences during Holy Week. All are especially welcome to volunteer with the Good Friday Interactive Worship - Walking the Story of Jesus, including helping with our Jerusalem Marketplace, passing out worship bulletins, and assisting in the kitchen. Complete details on all opportunities available at saintandrews.org/ volunteer. Hope for the Journey Home Family Shelter Be a Part of it!! Have you been thinking about getting involved and experiencing firsthand the support and friendship we provide at our family shelter? Now is your chance! St. Andrew s members have the opportunity to help serve at the Hope for the Journey Home Shelter in Oakdale which is one of the shelters where our St. Andrew s Community Resource Center families stay while they are in our program. Volunteer are needed April 7 April 13 for the dinner (5 8:15 p.m.), and overnight shift (8 p.m. 9:15 a.m.). Yes, overnight volunteers do get to sleep in their own bed! Please contact Debbie Larson at or dlarson@saintandrews.org with ANY questions! Volunteer at Worship Time Volunteers are the first and often most important touch point for visitors and regular church goers alike. If you are interested in serving as a greeter, usher, valet, or as a hospitality volunteer for the traditional worship service, please contact Laurie Tanner at ltanner@saintandrews.org.. Volunteer Opportunities 5

6 GENEROSITY: Pastor Mike Carlson s Personal Journey This Christmas my son and grandchildren from West Virginia stayed with me for two weeks. While rocking Gabriel (the youngest) back to sleep one evening, my mind was bursting with questions about his future, but one troubling question kept coming to the forefront: Will he have faith in the living God? Thinking about how I could help strengthen his faith, I recognized that I would pray for him, I would talk to him, and I would fill him with the stories of God s faithfulness. But what about the church? What will the church look like in 30 years? It was in that moment I remembered that I had High School Youth Minister St. Andrew s is seeking a dynamic, experienced leader to serve as full-time High School Youth Minister. Candidates should have experience in congregational youth ministry, possess a solid Lutheran theology, and display excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. For more information, contact Mark Jackson at mjackson@ saintandrews.org or Employment Opportunities not yet left a part of my estate to The Foundation of St. Andrew s. I know that the way I give from my legacy will have a direct impact on the health of the church well beyond my earning and giving potential. For me, giving to the Foundation is not about a financial obligation, but it is about an inheritance that I give to the children who follow me. I give so that others may know the stories that shape and change the world. I give from that place because I believe that God has a future for Gabe. As I continued to rock Gabe I remembered words from the Gospel of Matthew: Lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age. God is with us, and we are promised a God who has a vision that extends far beyond our vision. Let us work together to bring that vision to life. Contact Pastor Gerry Rafftery, Executive Director of The Foundation, at grafftery@ saintandrews.org or to visit about entrusting your legacy to The Foundation. Substitute Preschool Teachers, Assistant Teachers, Teacher s Aides The Preschools of St. Andrew s is seeking Substitute Preschool Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and Aides. Degree and previous experience in early childhood education or related field preferred. Teachers and Assistant Teachers must be qualified under MN DHS Rule 3. For more information, visit our career page at Submit resume to ahuntley@saintandrews.org. Our Mission Proclaim Jesus Christ, Live in Christ, Serve! Our Vision Empowered by God s love, we help transform lives, communities and the world so that everyone may know Christ s healing power. Our Core Values We reflect the love of Christ. We serve with hearts of hospitality. We are all in this together. We strive for excellence.

7 900 Stillwater Road Mahtomedi, Minnesota saintandrews.org St. Andrew s Worship Times Traditional Worship Sunday 9 & 10:30 a.m. Sanctuary Contemporary Worship Saturday 5 p.m. Great Hall Sunday 8:45 & 10:15 a.m. Great Hall The Depot Church, Hugo Sunday 5:15 p.m. Oneka Elementary Worship at St. Andrew s Village Sunday 1 p.m. Nursery care (ages birth to 5) at all services. If you have an emergency and would like to contact a pastor please call and follow the prompts. If you are having surgery or a medical procedure and would like a pastor to contact you, please call Lisa Grundtner at or Leave a message and a pastor will be notified. Sponsor Live Stream, Altar Flowers or Cookies Provide Live Streaming for Shut-Ins Individuals are invited to support the live streaming broadcast of worship at St. Andrew s. Cost is $50 and checks can be made payable to St. Andrew s Lutheran Church. Please fill out the form below and drop at reception desk. Altar Flowers and Cookies If you would like to donate altar flowers or cookies for worship to honor or memorialize people or events, please contact Joe Holmberg at or jholmberg@saintandrews.org for availability at least three weeks in advance or fill out the form below. Donations are $55 for each. Checks can be made payable to St. Andrew s Lutheran Church. Date of sponsorship requested: Sponsored by: Phone ( ) Altar Flowers $55 Cookies $55 In honor of... In memory of... To the Glory of God (circle one from each line and include details) Your sponsorship will be printed in this bulletin insert. 7

8 Women s Ministry Moonlight Snow Shoe Monday, March 25 6:30 p.m. at Afton State Park A lovely evening. Snow shoes and guide provided. S mores and cider at the end. $30. Taylor Mahmood will host. Darren Dobier from Diro Outdoors will be the outfitter. Register at fareharbor.com/embeds/book/dirooutdoors/ items/37105/?full-items=yes&flow=5090. Book Club St. Andrew s Women s Book Club meets the third Monday of the month at the Maplewood library from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Come join us for an interesting and lively discussion. Questions? Contact: krehnberg74@comcast.net. Girlfriends Gatherings 2019 Simple gatherings of women for fellowship and refreshment Future dates: Friday, May 10; Thursday, Aug. 8; and Friday, Oct. 11. Watch for details. Appetizer, dessert or beverage contributions are welcome, but not required. Please JoanMcCormick@ comcast.net to RSVP and for directions. Women s Golf League Wednesday mornings 10 weeks beginning May 1 Gem Lake Hills Golf Course - 9 holes Cost is $147.60, $ for seniors. For information, please contact Lori Klimp at or laklimp@comcast.net. Three-Stream Receptacles Have you ever been daunted by the threestream waste receptacles? Maybe even a bit annoyed? Great news! Now that St. Andrew s is buying compostable cups and wooden stir sticks, everything from worship refreshments can go right into the Organic waste stream! Cookies, napkins, cups, sticks...all of it is organic material now. That means less goes into Trash, and that saves money which means more for other important ministries. Thanks for taking a moment to make the right choices. A special thanks to the parents and students of the Preschools of St. Andrew's for donating supplies to Mission Jamaica! Thank you! International Opportunities Holy Land Tour 2019 Preparations are being made for another St. Andrew s Holy Land Pilgrimage Nov. 9-21, The trip will be hosted by Pastor Mike Carlson. For more information please contact Lisa Weyrauch at lweyrauch@saintandrews.org or Vision Slovakia 2019 We have been invited to teach preschool and 1st and 2nd grade children in a program of Vacation Bible School during the week of June 17-21, 2019, in Martin, Slovakia. Planning sessions to teach our curriculum on biblical stories will be held in May. The group will fly from MSP on Friday, June 14, and return to MSP on Thursday, June 27. En route home we will spend four days visiting Norway. 8