Our Ministries

Our Ministries

Find Your Place at St. Andrew

At St. Andrew we have a variety of ways to connect with others. There is programming for all ages, all talents, all schedules. So, whether your favorite activity is camping, singing, serving others, or digging deeper into the Bible, we have something for you. Please browse our wide range of ministries, give something new a try, and we hope to see you soon.

20–30-Something Ministry

Spirit Filled Summer As adults, life can go in all kinds of directions. Work, continuing education, working while continuing education, moving, traveling…the possibilities are endless. One thing we’re trying to work on is connecting with folks willing to lead “pop-up” events of their own interest. If there’s something you want to do please reach out!  Church is here for you too. Whether you’re able to attend worship, worship online, or listen to the sermon podcast, we just want you to…

A More Just World

All people are God’s children. The death of George Floyd and the aftermath reminds us there is still far too much injustice in our communities and in our world. We have work to do. Together, we will listen, learn, share, encourage, and act. We commit ourselves to this task for a more just world.  Learning Together Resources will be compiled and shared by St. Andrew staff to assist us in our process of listening, learning, and growing. Resources to read…

Camp

Spirit in the Pines has a brand new website where you can find all of the information you’re looking for! Please check it out by clicking the button below. Please note that planning for Summer 2024 is still underway. You can view the resources below from Summer 2023 as a reference point. Use the links below to login or create an online camp account. Contact Sarah Blasing, Outdoor Ministry and Youth Leadership Director with questions (sblasing@standrewlu.org).   Counselor Information (Gr 10-12) …

Children & Youth

We welcome young children, youth, and families as they are. Period. Often heard at any of our gatherings are phrases like, “everyone is welcome,” “bring your friends,”  “you don’t have to be a member to belong.” St. Andrew is a place for children, youth, and families who have never stepped foot inside a church building, and a place for children, youth, and families who have been part of a church forever. We welcome you with open arms from the second…

Church Anew

Church Anew is a Spirit-led movement that nourishes Christian leaders and ignites communities of faith by setting an inclusive table of belonging and developing resources for a fresh, bold, and faithful witness in the world. History Church Anew began in 2018 as a way for Christian leaders to gather around tables for mutual learning, support, and encouragement. Our ministry was born out of renewed vision and life that emerged from St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, a congregation…

Early Learning

St. Andrew has a highly regarded, nationally accredited early learning program providing preschool and childcare in Eden Prairie for 30 years. St. Andrew Early Learning programs encourage the development of each child’s understanding of God, related to life in the world, while providing social interaction and enrichment in a quality Christian environment. Preschool Registration for the 2023-2024 school year will open the week of January 9, 2023 Early Learning Programs Childcare Age Range: 6 weeks–5-year-olds Days/Times: Center hours are 7:00 AM–5:30 PM, Monday–Friday…

Music

I will sing and make music to the Lord.” Psalm 27:6 St. Andrew is blessed to have a vibrant music ministry that has been a rich part of our church’s history and we hope to carry that tradition on into the future. Our aim here is to strive for excellence in an atmosphere of grace so that our rehearsals become a place to experience community and belonging, no matter what the age group. Please consider joining in the fun here on Wednesday…

Prime Timers (62+)

The goal of Prime Timers is to provide great fellowship, informative programs relating to the church, our faith, or community for members and friends who are 62+. We enjoy monthly activities that include luncheons and speakers, trips to museums and sights of interest, theaters, tours, etc. Prime Timers is a great group to be together with friends or join in as you make new friends. Contact: Pastor Roger Schindel

Service

Service Ministry St. Andrew Lutheran Church desires for its member and visitors to live out their faith in daily life. One of the ways this is demonstrated is through St. Andrew’s service and outreach ministry. Partnership with organizations like People Reaching Other People (PROP), Lutheran Social Service’s Center for Changing Lives, and Seeds of Support Missions are three large scale partnerships of the congregation. Other vital service ministries outside of the congregation on smaller scales show how St. Andrew is…

Small Groups

Welcome to St. Andrew Small Groups Our Small Group Ministry grew out of the commitment of St. Andrew to foster authentic and deepening relationships with God and one another. What started as small groups learning and fellowship opportunities like book studies has grown into a catalog of diverse offerings for the enhancement of one’s faith character and that of the community as a whole. If you are interested in being a Small Group Guide or a substitute leader for a…