Christ Connect - A Weekly Update from Central Lutheran Church, Elk River, MN
Central Lutheran Church Christ Connect
A Message from Jeff Krogstad

 

 
Sunday Worship
8:15 am - Traditions
Traditional LBW (Lutheran Book of Worship)

9:30 am - Celebrations
A Variety of Styles

10:45 am - Innovations
Praise and Worship Service

Tuesday
6:30 pm - Midweek
30 minute worship service


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Os Guinness - Answering the Call:
Finding and Fulfilling The Purpose of Your Life
Saturday, April 28 at 10:00 am
Will you answer the call? Are you courageous enough to pursue His call no matter what the cost?
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Crop Walk Elk River
Sunday, April 29 at 1:00 pm at CAER
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Central Relay for Life Team Signup
Sunday, April 29
Central is forming 2 teams to walk in the American Cancer Society Relay for Life, August 3-4, 2007, at the ERHS track. We’ll camp out, walk the track, meet lots of people, and raise funds for the fight against cancer. Alissa Peichel is coordinating and will be available for questions in the lobby. Join our team or make a donation!


My Story
What is your story? Share with others how Christ has made an eternal difference in your life. Email your story to and we will post your story in Christ Connect.
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Kingdom Assignment Update
Has God given you a Kingdom Assignment? Would you like to update people on the progress? Then this is the spot for you. Email your Kingdom Assignment update to and we will post your update in Christ Connect.
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Men
Men's Morning Bible Study
Thursdays at 6:30 am - Otsego Cafe
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Men's Basketball
Thursdays at 7:00 pm in the FLC

Quest for Authentic Manhood

Thursdays at 6:45 pm
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Tuesday Men's Prayer
Tuesdays at 6:30 am in the Sanctuary

Men’s Boundary Waters Trip Meeting
June 14-18
This trip is a great opportunity for beginners or more experienced canoers.
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Adult Education
Simply Christian
Wednesdays from 7:00-8:00 pm 
Not since C.S. Lewis’s classic summary of the faith, Mere Christianity, has such a wise and thorough scholar taken the time to explain to anyone who wants to know what Christianity really is and how it is practiced.  In his book, Simply Christian, N.T. Wright walks the reader through the Christian faith step by step and question by question.  Wright challenges skeptics by offering explanations for even the toughest doubt-filled dilemmas, leaving believers with a reason for renewed faith.

Crossways - “The Preexilic and Exilic Prophets”
Sundays at 9:30 am and
Tuesdays at 11:00 am
A ten week course of the prophets; thus says the Lord! Sign up in the Welcome Book or at the Welcome Center.

Marriage Enrichment Course “Unlocking the Secrets of the Deep” 
Beginning Thursday, May 3 at 7:00 p.m.
A five week course on the Mystery of Marriage.  Dr. Mark Johansson will share five secrets about the meaning of marriage that will radically change your understanding of marriage resulting in a more satisfying and committed Christian relationship with your spouse. Sign up in the Welcome Book or at the Welcome Center.


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Youth (High School)
Confirmation
Wednesdays at 6:30 pm in the Yuth Room
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Didaskalot (Bible Study)
Sundays at 9:30 am with Curt Hinkle
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Sunday Night Live
Sunday, 7:01 p.m. Resuming THIS SUNDAY!
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JLO (Junior Leader Orientation)
For high school Juniors interested in serving middle schoolers through WyldLife, The Studio, etc. Contact Curt Hinkle or Ryan Braley for more information.

Crooked Creek Ranch - Summer High School Camp
July 21-29, Crooked Creek Ranch in Colorado
$595 (Register by April 1, $50 discount)
On-line registration and payment available


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Youth (Middle School)
WyldLife
Wednesdays at 6:30 pm in the FLC
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The Studio
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Road to Real
Sundays at 9:30 - 10:30 am in Room 211 with Tom-Pete and Ryan
No Road to Real Easter Sunday.
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Journey Groups
Sunday evenings, 6:00 - 8:00 pm.  
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Food, Facts & Fun (Tutoring)
Wednesdays from 3:00 - 6:00 pm
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Castaway Club - Summer Middle School Camp
June 24-28, Castaway Club near Detroit Lakes - $375 (Register by April 1, $50 discount)
On-line registration and payment available


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Children
Parent's Night Out
Saturday, April 28 from 4:30-7:30
Sign up at the welcome center or call the church office to register. Also, May 19, June 23 and July 14 in the morning from 9:00 – 12:00.


Women
Six Week Bible Study
Thursdays, April 19 from 11:00 am -12:15
Join us as we study the book of 1 John.  Bible study guides are available in the office for a suggested donation of $5.00.  Sign up is available at the Welcome Center and in the church office.

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)
Monday, April 23 from 6:45 – 9:00 pm
Join us for a speaker on a mom-relevant topic, discussion and fellowship with other moms of young children, and a craft. The next meeting will be May 7. Call Kirsten 441-4538 or Anita 241-8735 for more information.

Women's Tuesday Morning Bible Study at Otsego Cafe!
Beginning Tuesday, May 1 at 7:00 am
We will make our way through the New Testament starting in Luke, Tuesday mornings at 7am! Bring your Bible and enjoy breakfast as we read and talk about God's Word! If you have any questions, contact Stacy Minor at 763-262-6684.

Friday Night Crafts & Fellowship
May 11, 6-10 pm, rooms 210-211.
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Caring
GriefShare
Saturdays at 8:00 am in the Lounge. GriefShare takes participants through the grief process.
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DivorceCare
Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 pm in Room 126.
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Special Children, Special Parents

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Befriender Ministry
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Out of the Shadows
Beginning Thursday, April 26, from 6:30 - 9:00 in the Youth Room.
If you have had experience with abuse of have helped women who struggle with this issue and you would like to be part of a ministry to bring Christ’s healing for painful relationships, call JoAnne 763-753-8182 or Betty at 763-441-2363.

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Seniors
Central Seniors
Wednesday, May 2 at 11:30 am
The program will feature Harris Sonnenberg, pastor and chaplain. His theme will be “Songs We Remember”. Come to hear some of the songs we remember from earlier days, but seldom hear any more. Social hour begins at 11:30 a.m. with potluck lunch at noon. Please bring an item to share for the potluck lunch.

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Mission
April Shower 
Abba Pregnancy Resource Center is in need of new layette items for gifting to new moms and babies.Each mom receives a diaper bag filled with necessities and newborn outfits about a week prior to their due date.For the month of April, we have a porta crib set up outside the church nursery for donations of new items along with “shopping list” cards of  suggested items and needs. No time to shop? Cash donations are welcomed - checks can made to Central, designating Abba P.R.C. as recipient.us in Making Jesus Known - Share your heart and “Shower them with Love” this April!If you have  questions, please contact Joni Pearson/Abba Mission Team, 763-441-7238.

Pancake Breakfast 
Saturday, April 28 at Applebee’s from 7:00 - 10:00 am
Mark this date on your calendar and join us. Enjoy great food while supporting the Mexico Mission Team from Central. All proceeds will go to purchase food for the children and families in Mazatlan. Each year, we feed over 1,000 people and supply food bags to many families. Come and help make our mission, yours.

Jamaica Team Report
“Irie” is how the Jamaica Mission Team explains their trip to Robin’s Nest Children’s Home outside of Montego Bay. The children were full of smiles every morning we arrived; the staff graciously accepted our help with laundry, mopping and other chores, even if we didn’t do it “their way!” The roof project was completed, cupboards built and new doors hung in the apartment. How did we accomplish all this in five short days? The same way we accomplished raising about $4,500 for their mortgage match, additional money for diapers & supplies, and in one short week the $1,500 for the roof repairs. We turned it over to GOD and the people of Central and the ER community came through! THANK YOU FOR YOUR GIVING HEARTS! We will share our journey of putting our “faith into action” on Sunday, May 6. If you want to find out what “Irie” means, you’ll have to stop and visit with us!

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Congregation
B.A.S.I.C.
Beginning Sunday, April 22 at 10:45
Tuesday, April 24 at 7:00 pm
Those considering membership at Central are invited to attend this five week small group   experience led by Central’s pastors and program staff.  Participation is an important part of the process of becoming a member of Central.  For more information, please call Rosanne Maas at 441-2363 ext. 230.
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Summer Outdoor Worship Setup Team
We are looking to assemble a team of 8-12 people who could rotate through the summer doing setup and tear down for our 10:45 outdoor worship. We would break the team up and have 3-4 each Sunday making this a once a month commitment. Please contact Jason Beaver at or call 763-441-2363, ext. 245. 

 

Projection Operator
Operate our projection system at 8:15, 9:30 and / or 10:45 worship services.  This system includes MediaShout, PowerPoint, DVD and VHS playback.  Training is available.  Minimum time commitment is one hour on Sunday mornings. 

 

Front of House Engineer (Sound Board)
Operate the new sound board during the 8:15, 9:30 and / or 10:45 worship services. Those who have ears to hear and have interest in this opportunity should contact Jason Beaver at or call 763-441-2363, ext. 245.  Extensive training available.  Time commitment will vary depending on the service you desire to run the board.  (Console is a Yamaha M7CL)

 

 

 

 

 
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Community
McC's Community Meal
Wednesdays from 5:00 - 6:30 pm at Central in the Family Life Center.
1st Wed - Pizza
2nd Wed - Taco in a Bag
3rd Wed - Hot Dogs
4th Wed - Sloppy Joes
5th Wed - Connie's Choice


OPERATION CLEAN-UP
Saturday, April 21.
If you get a call from one of our teens asking you to support Operation Clean-Up, this is want it’s about:  It’s a Camp Fund-raiser; OCU is Saturday, April 29; Kids will get pledges, and then beautify Elk River by picking up spring trash for four hours; They will target public places like the schools, parks, places where trash collects and never seems to get picked up. If you know of public places that we should include in our clean-up efforts, give Curt Hinkle a call at 441-2363, x225 or  e-mail at .


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