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Connecting To Christ
New Members Class
- An eight-week series focusing on the basics of our faith as presented
in Luther’s Small Catechism and the Bible. Informal,
non-threatening, faith and relationship building. Led by the
Pastors. Winter classes begin January 5, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Childcare provided upon request.
God’s Kids:
 Education Ministry for 3 year olds - 6th
graders. Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings
September-May.
3 yrs-2nd grades. Uses The
Akaloo Curriculum; learn about being a disciple and following Jesus.
3rd – 6th
grades. Uses Bible Song Curriculum; learn scripture through art, song
and movement.
Kid’s Church:
9:00 – 10:15 a.m. Sundays - An
interactive, fun-filled way to learn God’s message through the
use of puppets, storytelling, and games; For 3 yr olds – 6th
graders, September-May.
Confirmation:
7-8th graders meet regularly
on Wednesdays 6:45-7:45 p.m. For more information, contact Pastor Erika
(828-9374).
9th Graders Choose a
one-on-one faith mentor for core and elective courses throughout the
year. Contact Pastor Erika (828-9374) for more information.
10th Graders meet for worship and
service throughout the year as well as retreats. Contact Pastor Darrell
(828-9374) for more info.
Adult Bible Study – "What does
this mean?" Sunday mornings 10:15-11:30 a.m. and Wednesday evenings
7:00-7:45 p.m. Led by the preaching pastor. Kid's Camp offered during
these times.
Sarah Circle – Meets at LOL on
the second Tuesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. Contact Carol
Blowers (829-7200) for more information.
Martha Circle- Meets off-site on the
second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Contact
Shirley Hansen (829-3881) for more information and location.
Connecting to Our Community
Habitat for
Humanity: Lakes Area Habitat for Humanity is an affiliate of the
international, nonprofit, Christian housing ministry dedicated to
eliminating poverty housing and homelessness. For information on
current projects, contact Laurie Ziebell at the Habitat office
(828-8517).
Sharing Bread Soup Kitchen: Lord of
Life serves the second Sunday of each month from 12:00-2:00 p.m.
Contact Donna Salli (282-0524) for more details.
Quilters: Newcomers and inexperienced
quilters are welcome! Meets Thursdays mornings at 9:00 at Lord of Life
(September-May). Contact Helen Henke (825-8886) or Nancy Larson
(829-5623).
Prayer Shawl Ministry:
Knit (or crocheted) Prayer Shawls provide comfort and
solace to those in need. Shawls are given to people who are chronically
ill, isolated, homebound, have cancer, are coping with
grief and loss, or simply having stressful times. Prayers and blessings
are knit into every shawl. Meets quarterly. Lessons are
available for anyone who wants to learn! For more
information call Leone Johnson (828-4126) or Jeannine zumBrunnen
(829-2177) or visit the
www.shawlministry.com.
Brainerd Lakes Area Interfaith Hospitality
Network (BLAIHN): Thirteen Brainerd Lakes
Area churches provide temporary housing for homeless families with
children. Lord of Life partners with Lutheran Church of the Cross
in Nisswa as a host for one week every calendar quarter – August
30-September 6 and November 22-29. Many volunteer positions are
available during the assigned week. For more information, contact Sandy
Bergstrom (828-7740 or sandy.bergstrom.mn@gmail.com
Connecting
to Each Other
Adult
Choir -
Practices every Wednesday night at 7:00
p.m. Open to everyone 10th Grade on up. For more
information, contact Teresa Kingsley.
Book Discussion Group – Meets
bimonthly Sunday evenings 7:00-8:30 p.m. Current book is "Church,
Why Bother?" by Phillip Yancey. Everyone is welcome. Contact
Ken Campbell (829-5130 or
kmcampbell1@charter.net.).
Men’s Breakfast: All men are
welcome to join every Friday morning at 6:30 a.m. at LOL for breakfast,
Bible study and fellowship. For more information, contact Steve Mau
(855-6900).
Men’s Coffee Fellowship: Meets
for coffee, Bible study and fellowship Thursdays at 10 a.m. at
LOL. For more information, contact Paul Hansen (829-3881).
Men's Retreat: Features men’s
interests and issues in a faith atmosphere. February
26-27, 2010. For more information, contact
Bob Nelson (829-9095).
Women’s Retreats
– Offered Annually
Pre-Marriage Retreat
- For couples preparing for the joys and struggles of married
life. Next retreat is March 12-14, 2010. For more details,
contact the Church Office (828-9374).
Marriage Enrichment
Retreat – Contact Pastor Darrell (828-9374) to express your
interest.
Caring Friends We seek
meaningful ways to accompany each other along
life’s paths. For more
information, contact Bonnie Shipman (825-0339).
New Member Sponsors: Reach out to
those who are joining LOL and walk alongside them as they build
friendships, find ways to serve, grow and learn at LOL. A six month intentional connection with your sponsored family.
For more information, contact Kathy Hall (828-4310).
Eating Disorder Support Group: Open
to persons dealing with an eating disorder. Meets the first
Monday of each month at 6:30 pm. For more information, contact
Margie Young (829-3509).
Faithful Mothers: Meets at LOL on
Mondays at 8:30 a.m. Come to share a cup of coffee, the particular joys
and struggles of motherhood, feast together on a word of hope, and find
yourself washed in God’s grace. For more information, contact
Tammie Benson (829-0045 or 828-9374).
LOLLY (Lots of Living Left Yet):
For seniors (55+). Meets at LOL on the
third Wednesday of each month at 11:30 a.m., beginning September 16,
for food, fellowship and interesting programs. For more information
contact Marvella Larson (828-4317) or Marlys Armstrong (828-4255).
Sr. High Youth Group: Do you ever feel like you’re paddling upstream?
For 9th-12th graders. Meets Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. at LOL to have fun,
explore faith, pray, serve, laugh and grow together.
Solo InC
(Seeking
out loveable others in Christ):
For singles ages 30-60+ who are looking for authentic friendships, and
a greater awareness of God’s presence in singleness, with a
chance to grow spiritually. For more information, contact Paul
Springstead (839-3501).
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