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All Saints Sunday
On All Saints Sunday, we gather with a deep sense of gratitude and grief as we remember those who have gone before us. How appropriate to hear the story of Noah's Ark. There is no security for Noah anywhere but in the Ark. No wonder the ark is featured in Christian thinking as a symbol of salvation in Christ, and as a picture of God's church.
The first letter of Peter uses the salvation through water at the time of the Flood as a picture of the water baptism. Baptism into Christ is baptism into community. It was with his family that Noah went into the ark. The picture for us is belonging to the Christian church. As you remember your loved ones this Sunday, I hope you will be able to join your sisters and brothers in Christ at Central.
When the final enemy death visits, it might seem that evil triumphs. BUT, we know that nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus, neither life nor death. (Romans 8:38-39) In the midst of the brokenness of this world, God provides an ark of security and safety.
Paul Johansson
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Thanksgiving Meal
Planning Meetings
Sunday, November 4 at 12:00 pm in rooms 210/211
Sunday, November 18 at 12:00 pm in rooms 210/211 (Note Correction to date)
We are organizing a Thanksgiving meal at Central to feed those families in our midst in need. This is an fantastic way to spend your Thanksgiving being the hands and feet of Christ.
Contact: Kristen Norby at 763-241-1198 or Jennifer Sundt at 763-241-9125 |
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Men's Retreat (Register Now!)
“Wanted: Dangerous Men” on November 9 – 11
$90.00 includes two nights lodging and four meals at Timber Bay Lodge just north of Onamia, Mn. Our guest speaker is former Governor Al Quie. The first fifty men who sign up are guaranteed spots. You may email me directly or sign up at Central this Sunday. A lot of great stuff will be happening. |
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Trash to Treasure!
Instead of throwing away your empty shoe boxes, turn them into something special for someone in need. Please participate in Central’s Operation Christmas Child project this year by filling a shoebox with toys and other presents for a child in need. There are information packets available for people who are willing to be collections points in their neighborhoods, families, etc. Shoebox collection is November 18. Brochures on what to include in your box and other important information can be picked up at the information booth or the welcome center. |
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Story Time Central
Monday, November 19 from 10:00-11:00 am or 6:30-7:30 pm
November's theme is "God Made Families." Register online or through the church office. (763) 441-2363. |
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Men's Morning Bible Study
Thursdays at 6:30 am at The Backroads Café - Nowthen
Join a great group of guys on Thursdays for breakfast and a thought-provoking Bible study. First time you visit, your breakfast is on us! Contact Pastor Jeff. Be sure to note the change of location!
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Men's Quest - Winning at Work and Home
Thursdays from 6:45-8:30 pm at Central.
Join other men for a time of fun, teaching and discussion in a captivating journey for men to understand their identity. Pastor Johansson is the primary instructor for this course. The fee is $25.00 and includes the book, a graduation gift plus additional items. Scholarships are available. |
Tuesday Men's Prayer
Tuesdays at 6:30 am in the Sanctuary
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Men's Retreat
“Wanted: Dangerous Men” on November 9-11
$90.00 includes two nights lodging and four meals at Timber Bay Lodge just north of Onamia, Mn. Our guest speaker is former Governor Al Quie. The first fifty men who sign up are guaranteed spots. You may email me directly or sign up at Central this Sunday. A lot of great stuff will be happening. |
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Believing God - Beth Moore Fall Study
Thursdays, 6:45-8:45 pm
Based on Isaiah 43:10, Believing God: Experienceing a Fresh Explosion of Faith explores what it means to believe God. Through studying the lives of Abraham, Moses, and others from Hebrews 11 as examples of persons who believed God, Beth encourages women to deepen their own trust in God and receive a fresh word from Him. Join us for 10 life-changing weeks and learn to believe God! |
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)
2nd Monday of the month from 6:45-9:00 p.m.
(Monday, November 12)
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 . |
Young Women’s Bible Study
Tuesdays at 8:00 pm in the lounge
Women in their 20s-30s are invited to launch this new Bible study "Living Above Worry and Stress". Mandi Kattengell will lead this group. 763-227-6708 |
Women's Craft and Fellowship Weekend!
Friday, November 9 from 6 - 10 pm and/or Saturday, November 10 from 9 am - 9 pm. Come for just Friday, just Saturday or both days. You'll be able to leave your craft set up from Friday night to Saturday. We will meet in the Family Life Center. Bring whatever craft you’re working on: scrapbooking, rubber stamping, quilting, needlework, knitting, etc...Also bring a sack lunch or money for a food run. No charge to participate. Sign up is not required but would be appreciated so we can plan accordingly. Questions? Contact Pam Pixley, 441-5653 or Rachel Pederson, 241-2104. |
Women's Small Group Meetings
“Blessed to Follow: The Beatitudes as a Compass for Discipleship,” by Martha E. Stortz, found in Lutheran Woman Today (LWT).
Thurs., Nov. 8 (Lydia) in Room 205 at church, Marlene Stimpson, hostess.
Tues., Nov. 13 (Mary) 9:00 am in Rooms 210-211, Jean Cook, hostess.
(Sarah) 7:30 pm at Joan Campbell’s home.
Fri, Nov 16 (Hannah), 6:00 pm, contact Linda Sklenicka for location. |
Women of Central
Please stop by and take a look at the quilt made by Adeline Story which will be given away at the Christmas Party on December 3. For a small donation, your name can be added to the drawing to take home this quilt. |
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Sophomore Confirmation Journey Groups
Sunday, 6:00-7:30 pm
Various Locations at the Church |
Freshman Confirmation
Sunday, 6:00-7:30 pm; Note time change
Yüth Room |
SNL
Wednesdays at 7:07 pm in Studio 1103 |
Next Bridges (Journey Group Worship)
November 11, 7:00 pm |
High School Fall Camp at Castaway Club
November 2-4
Cost: $99
More information @ SNL, Confirmation & Journey Groups |
Revolve Tour (High School & Middle School Girls Only!!)
November 9-10
Target Center
Cost: $59 plus $$ for meals
Details: Connie Gandrud @ 241-9870 |
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Middle School Journey Groups! (7th & 8th Grade)
Monday, 6:00 -7:30 pm
Yuth Room |
WyldLife (7th & 8th Grade)
Wednesdays at 6:37 pm in the Family Life Center |
GettaLife (6th Grade)
Monday, 6:00 -7:30 pm
Family Life Center |
Food, Facts & Fun (Central’s Middle School Tutoring program)
Wednesdays from 3:00-5:30 pm
Brochures / Registration forms available at Central’s Welcome Center and the Yüth Board. Questions: Bev Johnson (763) 441-6429. |
Middle School (7th-8th Grade) Fall Camp @ Castaway Club
November 16-18. Cost: $99! |
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Children's Christmas Program Meeting
Wednesday, November 7 from 7:30-8:30 pm
If you have a heart for children and a desire to share the Christmas message through them, join us for the next planning meeting. |
Story Time Central
Monday, November 19 from 10:00-11:00 am or 6:30-7:30 pm
November's theme is "God Made Families." Register online or through the church office. (763) 441-2363. |
Children's Ministry Home Study Packets
Now Available
Stop by the Children's Ministry Welcome Table on Sunday to purchase a packet for $20 or try before you buy - check out a packet at home first. Available in three age groups. (Preschool through Kindergarten, 1-2 Grades, and Grades 3-5) |
A Birthday Party for Jesus!
Thursday, December 6, 10:00 am or 6:30 pm
You and a grown up are invited to a special birthday party for Jesus! You will get a special baby Jesus of your very own to take home to take care of through Christmas. Join us for this very special time just for two year olds and a grown up!
Sign up on line or at the Welcome Center. Please indicate which session you will be attending. Please bring a shoe box or oatmeal box to create a manger for Baby Jesus to sleep in! |
Children's Ministry Team Meeting
Monday, November 19 at 7:30-9:00 pm
Do you have a heart for children and a desire to build their love for Jesus? Please consider joining the team by attending our meeting. |
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GriefShare
Wednesdays beginning November 14, 5:00 - 6:30 pm in the church lounge
GriefShare, a path through the grief process, for anyone who has lost a loved one through death. An education/support group. Jenny Stone will facilitate.
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DivorceCare
Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 in the Caring Ministry lounge, room 126.
DivorceCare is support for separated or divorced people. Be sure to watch for the dates in October.
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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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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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Looking Back and Looking Forward:
Balancing Grieving and Hoping with Ted Bowman.
Monday, November 12 from 7:00-8:30 pm at Central Lutheran Church
Ted Bowman is an educator and trainer who specializes in disruptive changes and their companions - grief and confusion. He has worked with many groups that respond to diagnosis, divorce, death, disaster and dismissal.
For more information please call the office at 763-441-2363. |
Hiding, Hurting and Healing Informational Meeting
Wednesday, November 7 from 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Facilitators needed to run the next session. If you have a heart for women in difficult relationships and would like to help, please join us. Training is available. Contact Betty Zehringer for more information. |
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THANK YOU FROM M.O.R.E.
Mission Extravaganza 2007 was a huge success! With your help we assembled 120 school bags; 127 midwife kits; 54 for hospice; 92 health kits; 13 sewing and several layette kits. In addition a total of 26 quilts were donated; 24 of them from Central’s quilting group. We are extremely grateful to everyone who helped set up, pack up and clean up! The Chili Cook Off was a great addition to the event with seven ministry teams striving for the best pot of chili. The award (or shall we say AWARDS), go to ALPHA for Best Tasting, Best Bam and People’s Choice – way to go Alpha team! The best-decorated booth went to Mexico, with Jamaica having the most unique recipe using jerk chicken and rice. Thanks to everyone for “Making Jesus Known” globally. |
Trash to Treasure!
Instead of throwing away your empty shoe boxes, turn them into something special for someone in need. Please participate in Central’s Operation Christmas Child project this year by filling a shoebox with toys and other presents for a child in need. There are information packets available for people who are willing to be collections points in their neighborhoods, families, etc. Shoebox collection is November 18. Brochures on what to include in your box and other important information can be picked up at the information booth or the welcome center. |
Jamaica Mission Meeting
Monday, November 5 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM. to answer questions for those who have expressed interest or still thinking about being a part of the Robin’s Nest experience. We are limited to a maximum of 18. A passport is necessary. Trip dates are March 22 to March 29, 2008. Bring your questions and your $100 deposit to hold your spot. Room: 210/211
Team Leader: Carol Greier 763-241-1024 |
Honduras Medical Mission
Sunday, November 11 at 2:00 pm
Jim and Sue Hecker will show pictures and share about their mission trip to Honduras.
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Operation Minnesota Nice
This is a program that adopts soldiers in Iraq who receive little or no mail. We gather the Third Tuesday at 7:00 pm at the American Legion to assemble care packages. We are hosting a fundraiser November 2-4 at the Comfort Inn in Ramsey. More information can be found at www.operationminnesotanice.com. |
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River Coming to Worship
Sunday, December 2
Mark your calendars as River, the popular recording trio, will be in worship! |
11th Annual Craft Show
Calling all crafters - do you make something special and unique? We would love to have you share it at the show! Central will be holding their 11th Annual Craft and Home Business Show on Saturday, November 3. We still have room for more crafters. Please stop by the office to pick up a registration form or contact Anita Gramstad at 763-241-8735 for more information. |
Liturgist Training
Wednesday, November 7, 6:15 PM in the sanctuary
Anyone interested in leading the singing of the liturgy at the 8:00 worship service is invited to a training session on Wednesday, November 7, 6:15 PM in the sanctuary. If you have questions or want more information, please contact Sonja Dixon in the church office. |
Visual Artists
Central is looking to expand the role of the visual arts in worship and in other arenas. If you are interested in sharing talents or skills that God has given you in this area, please contact Joan Ruprecht at jruprecht@charter.net or sign up in the welcome folder. |
Bass Player Needed
Bass player needed for the 11:00 worship team. This is a great opportunity to use your gifts and be a part of a vital ministry at Central. Please talk with Phil Reesnes at church on Sunday morning, call 612-759-5000 or email him at phil.reesnes@clcelkriver.org. |
Gods Power through Prayer
Tuesday, November 6 following worship (7:00-8:00 pm)
If you would like to receive prayer for healing or another life situation, please stop in. |
Just arrived at our Corner Bookstore & More
- The Baby Chronicles, Judy Baer's latest book. Save $1.00 with an in-store coupon.
- Many new baby gifts, perfect for baptisms
- Fair trade organic roasted almonds and pecans
- The best-selling books, 5 Love Languages, 5 Love Languages of Teen-agers, 5 Love Languages of Children.
- Several new varieties of coffee and tea
Stop by Sunday mornings or on Tuesday evenings. |
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Central Seniors Potluck Luncheon
Wednesday, November 7
Social hour begins at 11:30 am; lunch at 12:00 pm
Featuring the art of Jim and Sue Hecker |
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McC's Community Meal
Wednesdays from 5:15 - 6:15 pm at Central in the Family Life Center.
Pizza, Taco in a Bag, and Hot Dogs on a rotational basis. |
Wednesday Food Give Away
If you have extra garden produce and are willing to give it away, each Wednesday morning here at Central food is distributed to those in need. Please drop off your extra produce Tuesday evenings or early Wednesday mornings by Java Central. Thanks for sharing!
We are also in need of volunteers to help distribute the food from 8:00-9:00 am on Wednesdays. Call the church office or speak with someone at the Welcome Center. |
Heart Bread Program
Do you know someone in need of free, fresh produce and bread/bakery items? The Heart Bread Program distributes these free items every Wednesday starting at 8:30 a.m. until items are gone. Come in Central at the south entrance. Anyone in need from the community is welcome! |
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