Adult Education
Alpha
Beginning Sunday, Sept. 16, 5:15-8:00 pm.
There will be an Alpha Preview Dessert at 7:00 pm on Sept. 9. Free childcare is provided! Register online or call Pastor Jeff at 441-2363.
Crossways!
Tuesdays starting September 11 from Noon to 12:50 pm or come Tuesday evenings from 6:00-6:50 pm.
What was Jesus’ world like? What did they read, and believe, and remember? Come to Crossways this fall and learn about the years leading up to Jesus’ birth. We’ll look at those parts of the Bible written in the last few
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Men
Men's Morning Bible Study
Thursdays at 6:30 am
The Backroads Café - Nowthen Join a great group of guys on Thursdays for breakfast and a thought-provoking Bible study. We meet at The Backroads Café in Nowthen at 6:30 a.m. First time you visit, your breakfast is on us! Contact Pastor Jeff. Be sure to note the change of location!
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Tuesday Men's Prayer
Tuesdays at 6:30 am in the Sanctuary
Men’s Fall Events
Thursday, Sept. 20 - Men’s Quest Begins
Saturday, Sept. 22 at 8:00 am - Men’s Kick Off Breakfast
Saturday, Oct. 13 at 8:00 am - Men's Breakfast
Friday, Nov. 9 - 11 - Men’s Retreat at Timber Bay. Governor Al Quie will be our guest speaker
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College-Age People
Virtual Journey Group
Wednesdays 7:30-9:00 pm at Panera. We’re working our way through the Gospel of Mark. Questions? Call Curt Hinkle at the church or Jessica Schmeckpeper (763-232-8648).
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Youth (HIgh School)
Crooked Creek Ranch Reunion
August 13, 6:30-9:00p
Eric Zeigler’s Place (Swimming, Food & other Stuff!)
19782 Lander Street NW, Elk River
JLO (Junior Leader Orientation)
August 14, Noon
Meet Ryan Braley at his office
Work Crew @ Castaway Club
August 23-26, Cost: $25
Provide Work Crew for Family Camp. Register with Curt Hinkle, in office or at Welcome Center
Confirmation
Is your son/daughter going to be in 9th grade this fall. Do you have him/her registered to start Confirmation this fall? Then PLEASE DO SO BY JUNE 24. You can register online, in the church office or at the Welcome Center.
GRFHS (Gettin’ Ready for High School) Party
August 22, 7:00-8:30 pm, Yuth Room, For all incoming Freshmen
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Middle School
GRFMS (Gettin’ Ready for Middle School) Party
August 20, 4:00-6:00 pm, Yuth Room, For all incoming Sixth Graders. WE NEED PARENTS to cook and serve pizza. Call Jill Pouliot or Ryan Braley.
L.A.M.E
Tuesday, August 21 at Noon
Is your summer looking LAME? L.A.M.E. (Lunch And Movie Excursion), kicks off at Central Lutheran Church where we will drive to BW’s (Buffalo Wild Wings) for lunch and then to the Elk River Movie Theatre for a movie (TBD). Don't be lame; come to L.A.M.E.! If you have any questions see Ryan Braley or call him at 763-441-2363.
GettaLife (For sixth graders)
Mondays starting September 17 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm in the Family Life Center
We are starting a new program called Getta Life. This is a transitional year for your sixth grade student both in school and here at Central. This gives us an opportunity to come along side your child offering support and building a strong relationship with them. A smaller group setting is key to making this work and it takes away the competition that sometimes exists with the seventh and eighth grade. It also allows us to provide better programming to meet their needs.
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Children
Extreme Sunday Makeover for Kids
Lots and lots of changes on the horizon in children's ministry are coming this fall. If you would like to get involved in building some new and exciting ministires for children, please call Jill Pouliot.
Story Time Central (Ages 3-5)
Monday, August 20 from 10:00 – 11:00 am or 6:30 - 7:30 pm
BUGS! Let's look close at God's little critters. Bring one along that we can study. Sign up on line. Anyone wishing to be a part of the planning of Story Time Central, please contact Michelle Risting at 274-0846
Children's Music Leaders
We are looking for some guitar players who would work on a team to lead music for children during their Tuesday night and Sunday morning Children's Chapel times. Most songs are so simple that very few chords are necessary to accompany the kids. Please call Jill Pouliot if you or someone you know might be able to share their gifts to help kids praise God through music.
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Women
Wanted: Dangerous Women – Women’s Fall Retreat
September 14-16, 7:00 pm Friday through Sunday morning worship service
Mount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center, Farmington, MN
Come join us for a weekend of fellowship, relaxation and spiritual growth in a beautiful retreat setting. $110 for the weekend includes lodging, linens, four meals and activities or $50 for Saturday only, which includes three meals and activities. Enjoy Bible study, prayer, renewal, fellowship, fun, crafts and much more! Registration deadline is September 1.
Women's Tuesday Morning Bible Study at the Coborn's Deli
Tuesdays from 6:45 - 7:45 am
What a Awesome way to start your day! Great Conversation around God's Word over breakfast with a bunch of Women!! I can't think of anything better! Bring your bible and join us as we begin our journey through the New Testament beginning in Luke.
Elk River MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)
Beginning Sept. 10 -
2nd Monday of the month from 6:45-9:00 p.m.
MOPS is a group designed to nurture mothers with children from infancy through kindergarten. Come and enjoy a wonderful evening with other mothers of preschoolers for great conversation, learning, crafts and much more in a safe, fun, and caring environment! Childcare is available. For more information stop by the church office or contact Darbie Olofson at 274-1257 or visit the MOPS website to seek additional information at www.mops.org.
Young Women’s Bible Study
Led by Mandi Kattengell on “stress free” living - watch for start up dates!
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Caring
GriefShare
Takes participants through the grief process. Be sure to watch for the dates.
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DivorceCare
DivorceCare is support for separated or divorced people. Be sure to watch for the dates.
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Out of the Shadows
For those who have had experience with abuse of have helped women who struggle with this issue. If 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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Hiding-Hurting-Healing Ministry
This valuable women’s program is for people who have been a part of a difficult relationship – in the past or in the present. If you have a desire to help other women and want to know more about this ministry, please contact Betty Zehringer.
BeFriender Ministry
BeFrienders is a ministry of listening presence. If you have a heart for helping others, people who are homebound, who are grieving or are going through a difficult experience.
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Special Children Special Parents
A support group for families with special needs. This group meets the fourth Tuesday of each month.
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Mission
Mission Garage Sale
Do you have stuff you don’t know what to do with? Donate it to the Mission garage sale. If you have old and slightly used household items, furniture, knick knacks… we have the place for them! Please call Linda or Jim at 763-441-2465 to make arrangements to drop items off at the trailer or we will have someone pick up the items. Please note - We cannot accept the following: Electronics, including TV’s, radios, stereo equipment, computers or exercise equipment.
Honduras Medical Mission
Central members Sue and Jim Hecker will be going to Honduras September 1-9 with a Medical Mission Team sponsored by the Northeastern Minnesota Synod of our ELCA. Chaplain Michael Wittkamper from Fairview Northland Hospital in Princeton will lead the twelve member team which includes a doctor, nurses, and several “gofers” (Jim and Sue). We will offer clinics in four locations in the area of the capital, Tegucigalpa, to provide free basic medical care for people from this very poor country. Team members will bring medications and medical supplies along from here in suitcases and crates. You can help with donations of unopened over- the- counter remedies which will be much appreciated. Vitamins are needed to improve overall health: prenatal (which help reduce birth defects); children’s chewable (no gummies please); and adult multivitamins. (Larger bottles are better for more efficient packing.) Also needed are Tylenol and Ibuprofen type pain relievers (aspirin not needed), plain Benadryl, and triple antibiotics. Contributions can be labeled Honduras Mission and left at Central by Sunday morning, August 19, so we can pack them for the trip that afternoon. Your prayers for this important ministry will be welcomed. Call Sue or Jim with any questions at 763-441-4279.
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Congregation
Monthly Business Luncheon
Third Wednesday each month from 11:30-1:00 pm
Come for an opportunity to network with other businesses, hear from various guest speakers and have an outstanding lunch. Signup at the Welcome Center or by calling the church office at 763-441-2363. |
