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A Better Chance Foundation is an organization that places highly-motivated students from urban centers into prestigious high schools where the students will be both emotionally nurtured and academically challenged. The Eden Prairie ABC House feeds, houses, transports, and provides the necessities of high school life in a structured and supportive environment to 14 students each year. Join us for our annual paint day in Mid-August as we brighten the walls for another year. Host families are also needed who will open their homes to the girls on Sundays and include them in your family's activities. Watch newsletters for current dates and sign-up via the worship bulletin, or contact Katie at 952-975-8310. Adopt-A-Highway Join us as we care for God's creation by collecting debris along the highway. NEW this year: we will have two teams, one starting at St. Andrew and cleaning 212 between Prairie Center Drive and Mitchell Road, and the other starting at St. Andrew West and cleaning 212 between County Road 140 and Bavaria. Youth must be at least 14 years old to participate (we work closely along a busy highway). Please wear good shoes, bring gloves and meet at church to collect an orange vest and a garbage bag.
Alterra Clare Bridge 7513 Mitchell Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-906-3800 Alterra Clare Bridge is a facility that cares for those with memory impairments such as Alzheimer's disease. Volunteers play an important role in the nurturing of and interaction with Clare Bridge residents. Some of the ways in which St. Andrew volunteers may help include:
Our youth also plan service projects a few times a year (dates and times vary). Watch newsletters for current dates and sign-up via the worship bulletin. Bias Crime Network If a bias crime occurs in Eden Prairie, the police are notified and they contact one of the BCN
volunteer coordinators. Volunteers visit with the victims of the crime, and if needed, the
coordinator mobilizes the resource network, which may include one of the following:
Further information is available from Gayle at 952-949-5934. Blood Drive Memorial Blood Center of Minneapolis comes to St. Andrew multiple times a year to collect blood donations from volunteers. Watch the newsletters for current dates and sign-up via the worship bulletin or by calling the church at 952-937-2776.
To be a donor, you must:
Bridging, Inc. 201 West 87th Street Bloomington, MN 55420 952-888-1105 Bridging is a nonprofit agency dedicated to procuring and distributing used furniture and household items to those in need. CAP Community Action Program 712 Canterbury Road South
Shakopee, MN 55379 952-496-2125 Community Action Program is a social service agency serving residents in Scott, Carver and Dakota counties with various programs such as:
Volunteers are needed to help at the food shelf Monday through Friday, both morning and afternoon shifts. "Bread Runners" are also needed to help deliver pastry items from the Target Superstore in Chaska to CAP, Monday through Friday each morning at 9:00 a.m. or in the afternoon at 1:00 p.m. St. Andrew West offers a monthly food drive the last weekend of each month. We invite you to fill a grocery bag of food and return it to church the following weekend. If interested in learning more, please contact CAP by calling 952-496-2125. CAP HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS Help St. Andrew West spread Christmas cheer through the CAP Hope for the Holidays program! Sponsors will receive the first name, age, gender and family enrollment number of their recipient(s) as well as a two-item wish list. You can purchase these items and/or other items you feel appropriate. The suggested total cost is $40-$50 per recipient. Watch the newsletter and worship bulletins in November and December for further information and to sign-up. Clothing Drive St. Andrew has held a clothing drive twice yearly in the past. We may consider this type of activity in the future, but are currently encouraging members to bring their clothing and household items to the PROPShop in Eden Prarie.
Visit the PROPShop website at www.propshopep.org or call them at 952-934-2323. Equal Exchange Coffee Equal Exchange was founded in 1986 to create a new approach to trade, one that includes informed consumers, honest and fair trade relationships and cooperative principles. As a worker-owned co-op, this has been accomplished by offering consumers fairly traded gourmet coffee direct from small-scale farmer co-ops in Latin America, Africa and Asia. St. Andrew offers the sale of these fine coffees/teas once a month to help build a more just world for small farmers in these developing countries. Through the project, farmers earn a fair price for their products, and by pooling their resources, they are able to invest in education, health care, and agricultural improvements in their communities.
Volunteers are needed to help sell the coffee at our three book fairs each year, as well as monthly. If interested in helping, please contact Sandy at 937-2776. A complete list of coffees available and prices are available at www.equalexchange.com. While coffees and teas must be ordered in case lots, you may order individual packages; shipping charges will be added to the price of your order, and orders will be received and distributed the following month. Common Ground Common Ground is a consortium of eight Eden Prairie churches whose mission is to empower
and encourage its member churches, through cooperative effort, to bring charitable and just
solutions to social needs in the community, as well as work on the summer Habitat for Humanity
construction of a new home.
If you have an idea or would like to participate in advocating and supporting programs on social issues in Eden Prairie, contact Jody at 952-949-0717. Cornerstone Shelter 9730 Irving Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55431 (952) 884-0376 Cornerstone Shelter is a non-profit agency that helps victims of domestic abuse and their children in Eden Prairie, Bloomington, Edina and Richfield by providing a 24-hour helpline with support and referral services; safe housing; meals; intervention services following an assault; and domestic violence prevention and awareness for the entire community. Volunteers are needed for the following:
Further information is available by contacting Carole at 952-937-8919. English as a Second Language SHAPE The Education Center 8040 Mitchell Road Eden Prairie MN 55344 ESL (English as a Second Language) is a ministry opportunity of St. Andrew coordinated through the SHAPE (South Hennepin Adult Programs in Education) office in Eden Prairie. Volunteers are needed to serve as tutors for these classes in the areas of The Volunteer Connection will provide training, tutoring materials, coordination, and ongoing support. Volunteers are asked to make a one year commitment to this effort. This is also a wonderful opportunity for families who are interested in doing service ministry together (e.g. husband and wife can teach together, or mother or father with daughter or son can team-teach). If interested in learning more, contact Sandy at 952-937-2776. Families in Need All Saints Lutheran Church 15915 Excelsior Blvd Minnetonka MN 55345 952-934-3550 Families in Need collects used furniture and household goods from the community and distributes them to families who are in need of such items. 75% of their clients come from the refugee community, with calls also coming from women's shelters and transitional living programs. While they will take almost any item in GOOD CONDITION, they especially need:
They do NOT accept clothing. For more information on how to help, how to donate items, or how to refer a family, please contact the church. Eden Prairie FamiLink Resource Center 952-294-5950 www.Fami-Link.org Do you need help or have questions about housing, education, family or health care issues, legal services, financial assistance, employment, childcare or other community resources? The Eden Prairie FamiLink Resource Center can help with information and referrals. We will investigate resources, do the legwork necessary to discover the best resources for a family or individual's situation, and follow-up to ensure that callers have been connected to resources that meet their needs This service is free and confidential. The Eden Prairie FamiLink Resource Center, a partnership between Eden Prairie Schools and the City of Eden Prairie serves those who live, work, or go to school in the Eden Prairie community. Contact the Eden Prairie FamiLink Resource Center at 952-294-5950. The staff may able to answer your questions over the phone or the Resource Coordinator can set up a time to meet in person. The Eden Prairie FamiLink office is located in the basement level of Eden Prairie Shopping Center in the City of Eden Prairie's Office of Housing and Human Services Global Mission Event Each summer the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America sponsors the
Global Mission Event.
Lutherans come from all over the United States, and from around the world, for inspiring
worship and music, cutting edge workshops, challenging speakers and a chance to connect with
people who care about the same issues you do. What happens at a GME?
Greeters Volunteers are asked to welcome worshippers as they enter through the front doors, passing out
smiles and greetings before all worship services. This is a wonderful way to witness and meet
more of the St. Andrew family.
Further information is available by contacting the church at 952-937-2776. Habitat for Humanity St. Andrew, as a part of Eden Prairie Common Ground, is joining several other EP churches to help build a Habitat for Humanity home. We can use any skill level and readily welcome new faces.
Volunteers at a wide range of skill levels are needed. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old. Volunteers between the ages of 14 and 17 must be accompanied by an adult. No one under the age of 14 is allowed on the job site. A total of 20 volunteers are needed each day.
If you are interested in this opportunity to volunteer, contact Sandy Olson at 952-937-2776 x. 21 HOME 9801 Penn Avenue South Bloomington, MN 55431 952-888-5530 Household and Outside Maintenance for Elderly is one of five programs operated by Senior Community Services to help older and disabled adults in Eden Prairie maintain their dignity and live independently by providing accessible, reliable and affordable homemaker and home maintenance services. St. Andrew participtes in spring clean-up, fall lawn raking, and winter snow shoveling to residents in our community. Fall lawn raking is on a Saturday in mid-October, while snow shoveling and lawn mowing are done on a rotating basis (volunteers commit to one week per month for the same resident). Watch newsletters for current dates and sign-up via the worship bulletin, or contact Sandy at 952-937-2776. IHL - Independent Home Living Independent Home Living, LLC (IHL) is entirely devoted to empowering caregivers to create their own care giving successes. Developed by caregivers for caregivers, we leverage internet-based technologies to provide a comprehensive set of solutions, tools and navigational aids – all within a simple to use, single access point.
Honduras Gifts In 1992, St. Andrew made the decision to offer yearly mission trips to the Tierra
Santa Home for orphaned or abandoned children near Comayagua, Honduras (one of the
five countries of Central America.) As a result of our significant involvement at this
primarily girl's orphanage, we began the Christmas Shoebox Program in 1998 where
we send 200+ shoeboxes filled with daily essentials and a small gift to each of the
children, teachers, and their children. Members are invited in August to choose a
child for whom to purchase the shoebox gifts. The boxes are then wrapped by a group
of volunteers and shipped to Honduras in early November to ensure their arrival
in time for Christmas. Donations of plastic photo albums (given free when you develop
film at Wal-Mart or Snyder's) is needed year-round, so that each child has a personal photo
album. Bring donations to church.
Watch newsletters for current dates and sign-up via the worship bulletin, or contact Sandy at 952-937-2776. HOPE Housing, Opportunities, Partnerships, Employment is a community-based housing and family support program for single-parent families living in Eden Prairie. HOPE families are actively working toward achieving economic self-sufficiency through a variety of efforts including:
Volunteers are needed to provide friendship and encouragement to these families while they make positive changes in their lives. Volunteers are asked to:
If interested in learning more, contact Carole at 952-937-8919. Hospital Cards This ministry opportunity involves sending cards with a personal note to members on our prayer list, letting them know we care about them, and that their prayer concerns are being lifted up. If you are looking for a meaningful writing ministry, this may be just the fit for you. The cards and stamps are provided; you provide the kind words and prayers. Further information is available by contacting Lila at 952-831-7187. Hospitality Volunteers are invited to help host, serve and clean up at events of fellowship. Watch newsletter and bulletins for these special events. One such event is the annual Thanksgiving Pie Feast following Thanksgiving eve worship service. We need pies donated and volunteers to serve. Further information is available by contacting the church at 952-937-2776. Information Booth Enthusiastic volunteers staff the two information booths in the narthex before and after each worship service and assist with answering questions, helping with sign-ups, or directing people to the correct room. Please specify the times you are available to serve:
Further information is available by contacting the church at 952-937-2776. Jonathan Festival of Garage Sales St. Andrew members are once again helping to organize a community wide garage sale for the Jonathan area in Chaska. Homes can be registered by filling out the following form and mailing it to the address provided and then their location will be added to the map created by church members. The church will also host concessions for hungry garagesalers on the date of the event:
Saturday April 25, 2009 Proceeds that are raised by the church will be donated. If you are interested in helping with the hospitality for this event, please call the church at 952-937-2776 or e-mail solson@standrewlu.org .To register your garage sale, please print this form and mail it at directed. Kaleidoscope In the Phillips neighborhood of south Minneapolis, there are about 6,000 children that are on their own for three to four hours each day who go home to empty houses each afternoon. No one is there to help them with their homework or play with them. Without direction or something to do, children often find something to do on their own- something "exciting" that will make people notice them. Kaleidoscope is an alternative for these kids, providing programs at the LSS Center for Changing Lives for these children at little or no cost.
Current volunteer opportunities include: sponsor a birthday party, serve snacks, be a classroom companion, share a hobby or career. For more information, please contact Sandy Olson at church 952-937-2776 x.21. Loaves and Fishes Loaves and Fishes is a program that serves a hot evening meal to the hungry and poor
five nights a week. The goal is to serve guests with dignity and respect and bring the
poor in touch with the non-poor. St. Andrew currently serves once a month, alternating
between two sites:
Creekside Community Center St. Stephens Church School Volunteers meet at the site at 3:00pm to begin food preparation; food service begins at 5:30 and clean up at 6:30. Each site needs 20 volunteers to participate each month. Volunteers are also invited to share the meal with our guests. Directions: Take 169 north to 394 and go east. Take the Dunwoody exit and turn right on Lyndale. Move over two lanes and continue straight following Lyndale lane. Turn left onto Franklin for 1-2 miles, then right onto Clinton. Turn left on 22nd Street and park on the street.
Watch newsletters for current dates and sign-up via the worship bulletin, or contact Curt at 952-934-8457. Lutheran World Relief "Join Hands Day," sponsored by America's Fraternal Benefit Societies in partnership with the Points of Light Foundation and hosted by Eden Prairie Branch 8811 of Lutheran Brotherhood, is an annual national event when Americans of all ages come together to make life better in their communities. This is a day when young people and adults tackle a local problem and make something better right where they live. St. Andrew has participated in the past. If you are interested in heading up a project call the church at 952-937-2776 or email solson@standrewlu.org.
Meals on Wheels Meals on Wheels is a nonprofit service that delivers nutritious noon meals to people
who are homebound, elderly or disabled and unable to prepare their own food. Meals in
Eden Prairie are prepared at St. Andrew Church and delivered to the home Monday through
Friday, and provide one-third of the minimum daily nutritional requirements for
adults. They are available to meet special diet needs such as low-sodium, diabetic,
and other types. Drivers pick up the meals at St. Andrew at 11:15am, and most routes
take 1 to 1½ hours to complete. St. Andrew participates by inviting volunteers
to deliver the meals every 5th week.
Further information is available by contacting the church office at 952-937-2776. Messiah Lutheran Church Center for Changing Lives Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-871-8831 St. Andrew is currently an urban partner with this inner-city church. In recognition of our common partnership in the Gospel of Jesus Christ and our concern for outreach and proclamation of that Gospel, we offer ourselves to become aware of the vision for God's mission in the other's setting and to share the problems and joys of that ministry with our members. We will share our time and talents in a variety of ways: Worship Once a Month: To understand the needs and diversity of the inner city, drive to Messiah once a month for an entire program year and worship together as a family. You will meet new friends and experience new things. Share a Musical Talent: Travel to Messiah and share your musical gift (e.g. singing, playing an instrument, liturgical dance, etc.). If you participate in a St. Andrew musical group, why not coordinate an outing for your entire group? Summer Bike Trip: Bike 112 miles with six Messiah youth on their annual bike trip to Luther Park in Danbury, Wisconsin. Return home via van. One adult needs to accompany our six youth. Watch newsletters for current dates and sign-up via the worship bulletin, or contact Kathy at mommieo39@aol.com. MICAH 122 West Franklin Avenue, Suite 310
Minneapolis 55404 612-871-8980 Metropolitan Interfaith Council on Affordable Housing takes action to insure that everyone in the community has a decent, safe and affordable place to live. Their central organizing principle is to think regionally, act locally, and live faithfully. As Micah 6:8 says, "Do justice, love mercy, walk humbly with your God." If you would like to learn more about how you can become involved in social justice advocacy, visit www.mica.org. Nord House 7704 Plymouth Avenue
Golden Valley, MN 55427 763-797-5224 Nord House is a foster group home sponsored by Lutheran Social Service for girls age 13-18 that are dealing with drug and alcohol abuse. They serve young women throughout the state while they complete treatment in an outpatient program. The goal of Nord House is to provide a safe and caring place for its residents. Up to five young women will stay at the house with the supervision of LSS staff. Together with the staff, the residents will plan and prepare all meals and take care of routine household responsibilities. The emphasis is on teaching basic living skills and allowing the girls to have input into how the house is run. St. Andrew participates by exposing them to positive "non-using" activities such as sewing, cooking, personal care, singing, finances, career development, and scrapbook/journaling projects that can be completed on Monday nights from 7:00-8:30pm. If interested in learning how you can share a talent with the residents, contact Elaine at 952-903-5058.R Our Saviour's Housing 2219 Chicago Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-872-4193 Our Saviour's Housing is a 40-bed homeless shelter for men and women who are working to resolve issues that brought them to the streets so that they can go on to independent living. Each resident is guaranteed a bed for 30 days with extensions up to 90 days if they remain employed, meet with a case worker weekly, and save money towards an apartment. St. Andrew offers a variety of ways for you to participate:
Further information on these ministry opportunities is available by contacting Joan at 952-942-7746. Paint-A-Thon Each August the Greater Minneapolis Council of Churches organizes a painting day for
low-income senior citizens and disabled adults throughout the seven-county metro area.
Exterior house painting is costly for those living on fixed incomes and often impossible
for people with limited physical capabilities. Through paint-a-thon, we assist people who
wish to continue living independently while helping to spruce up a neighborhood.
Organizations donate money to the project, churches and companies organize individual
volunteers, and Sherwin-Williams and Graco companies donate the paint and portable
equipment. Volunteers are invited to participate in this annual event in a variety of
ways:
St. Andrew has worked cooperatively on a home each year with the Eden Prairie Presbyterian Church. Wear old clothes and bring along your favorite paintbrush and scraper. Extension ladders and power washers are also helpful if you have one to share. Watch newsletters for current dates and sign-up via the worship bulletin, or contact the church at 952-937-2776. Photography Shutterbugs will enjoy this ministry opportunity of taking photos and videos as
needed:
Further information is available by contacting the church office at 952-937-2776. PROP 8040 Mitchell Road
Eden Prairie 55344 952-937-9120 People Reaching Out to People is an Eden Prairie community organization dedicated to helping and serving Eden Prairie residents in need—illness, unemployment, disability, age, low income, divorce, etc. St. Andrew partners with PROP in a variety of ways:
PROP is always in need of volunteers to help in the office Monday-Friday between 9:00am and noon. If interested in volunteering, please phone PROP directly at 952-937-9120. Further information on PROP is available by contacting PROP at 952-937-9120 or visit the PROP website at www.propfood.org Relay for Life Friday, July 18, 2008 The American Cancer Society's Relay for Life is a unique celebration of life in honor and in memory of those whose lives have been touched by cancer. You and your family are invited to participate in a number of ways: Team Participation: You may create a team of your own or join our team "St. Andrews" by going to the website at www.eprelay.org. Teams of 8-12 people will walk, jog or run relay style" throughout the night, beginning at 6:00pm Friday night and ending at 8:00am Saturday. All participants will enjoy a party atmosphere with teams enjoying music, games, and camaraderie. Purchase a Luminary: The highlight of the event is the beautiful luminaria service held to honor survivors and to remember those who have lost their battle against cancer. These luminaries are left burning throughout the night to remind participants of the incredible importance of their contribution. Purchase a luminary donation in any amount and your bag will be hand decorated with your loved one's name. Contact a team member or visit the Information booth at St. Andrew. For more information visit the website at www.eprelay.org or contact Sandy Olson at 935-937-2776 x21. Sewing the Word Join this energetic group of women weekly (or whenever your schedule allows) as they sew quilts for our Relay for Life Auction, Honduras Mission, the Sojourner's Shelter, and the Cornerstone Shelter. No sewing experience is necessary; they will be delighted to teach you, or you can help by cutting, pinning and/or ironing. If there is interest, an evening quilting group can also be formed. The group is breaking for the summer, but will return next fall.
Further information is available by contacting Rita at 952-937-8763 Shawl Ministry
This ministry joins together those experienced people who knit or crochet and those
just learning to create prayer shawls for those in need. The group meets twice monthly
in a wonderful spirit of community. All are welcome. Please watch the bulletin for
event times or contact Cori Eichelberger at 952-443-4181.
Shield A Badge The Shield A Badge with Prayer Ministry attempts to link every Eden Prairie Police Officer with a dedicated prayer volunteer. This volunteer is given the police officer's badge number and is provided with some prayer suggestions. The volunteer commits to daily prayer for the officer. For further information contact Cathy Schweitzer at 949-8673 or email her at cathyms@earthlink.com (reference Shield a Badge in the subject). Sojourner's Project Minnetonka, MN
952-933-7433 Sojourner's Project is a residence for women who are experiencing abuse, or threats of abuse, by their partners. It is a place where women and their children can be safe while receiving information, resources, support and advocacy to help end the violence in their lives. St. Andrew is looking for new and innovative ways to partner with this agency, and is considering the following possibilities: Mother's Day: Provide all women with a fresh plant or floral arrangement. October Memorial Service: Attend the annual memorial service for victims of domestic abuse. Back to School Drive: Collect new school supplies for all the children. Christmas Gift Program: Donate Christmas gifts for the women and their children. Lawn Mowing: Help mow the lawn during the summer. Ongoing Donations: Donate bright colored copier paper, women's sports bras/underwear on an ongoing basis. Further information is available by contacting Carole at 952-937-8919. Tape Ministry St. Andrew offers a new witness program, tape ministry. Cassette tapes will
be made of the worship service weekly, duplicated on Monday mornings, and delivered to
homebound members and friends who would like to feel connected to St. Andrew even though not
able to attend worship. Volunteers are needed to deliver the tapes on Mondays or Tuesdays each
week. The tapes will eventually be available in our library for checkout if you are unable to
be here for worship.
Further information on how to volunteer or on being placed on the delivery schedule is available by contacting Sandy Olson at 952-937-2776. Translators Do you know a foreign language, especially Spanish? Volunteers are needed to translate
English-written texts into Spanish.
Further information is available by contacting Debbie at 952-937-9356. West Suburban Teen Clinic 478 Second Street
Excelsior, MN 55331 952-474-3251 West Suburban Teen Clinic is a community health clinic where young people between the ages of 12 and 23 come for help with a wide range of medical and emotional concerns. A health professional is available to answer questions and to make appointments or appropriate referrals whenever the clinic is open. They also offer health education to schools, churches, and community groups. WSTC offers:
St. Andrew invites you to share your medical and/or professional skills with the clinic. Further information is available by contacting Nancy at 952-934-4840. Wheels To Work 8901 Lyndale Ave S #203
Bloomington, MN 55420 952-881-1115 Wheels To Work is a faith-based, social service agency that provides reliable used autos to welfare-to-work families and other low income people. Donated vehicles are repaired and given to approved recipients. Donated autos are always in demand. St. Andrew members can participate in this ministry opportunity by:
Donated autos must be able to be driven to the Wheels To Work office where you will receive a tax-deductible receipt. Motor vehicles not suitable for donation will be sold and the proceeds used to repair existing autos. Further information is available by contacting Wheels to Work directly at 952-881-1115. |