Corn Maze
Age range: Middle School and High School Description: All middle schoolers and high schoolers are invited to go Sever’s Fall Festival in October. There will be a corn maze, corn pit, bouncy pillow and so much more. Contact: Pastor Sarah Fike
FORE! The Guys Golf Retreat
Cost: $160 for lodging and meals, green fees extra (see below) Description: Gentlemen golfers, this year’s golf retreat will be held October 13–15, 2023. The weekend consists of up to three rounds of golf and two evenings at Spirit in The Pines Camp. Take some time for yourself to enjoy the company and conversation with a great group of men, some delicious meals, and some very enjoyable golf! Invite your friends—the more the merrier! We would love to have you…
Playlist for Life: Psalms & Songs
Join Pastor Matthew to sing our way through the biggest book of the Bible and the one with the most melody – The Psalms. We’ll bring our own playlist of pieces, read through one of the best sources of hope in the Bible, and share perspectives. Great if you’re a seasoned Bible reader or if this is your first time opening the pages. Contact: Pastor Matthew Fleming
Bible Milestone Class for 3 Year Olds
Join us on October 11th to receive a special Bible from St. Andrew! Learn tips on reading Bible stories together as family. Then come back for a special blessing and presentation of the Bibles in worship on October 29th.
Prime Timers—Belize Mission Presentation
Hear Pastor Peter share about St. Andrew’s Belize Mission Trip! Informative program about St. Andrew’s new mission site – Come, hear and see what it’s all about! Maybe you’ll want to go next time! Pastor Peter will show and tell about the diversity of ministry opportunities St. Andrew members have in Belize. Peter will be showing many of the pictures taken in Belize at the various mission sites. Hear about the opportunities our church members have to make a difference…
Rally Sunday
Brighter Days What difference does faith make in our lives? Faith inspires meaningful community, purpose, service, and generosity. Faith inspires the kind of hope that stubbornly clings to the promises of God. The church has a purpose to fulfill and each of us has a welcome place at the table. As St. Andrew “rallies” this Fall, we rally around the hope in Jesus that brings us brighter days and the opportunity to live out our faith in daily life in so…
Camp Maintenance Volunteer Weekend
Jerry Gorder is leading a maintenance and repair weekend at Spirit in the Pines. Sign up for a great weekend at Spirit in the Pines of fun, fellowship and keeping our Camp in ship shape!
Confirmation Orientation
Confirmation Orientation starts this day! We serve youth from 6th through 8th grade through youth events and Confirmation classes throughout the school year and summer. The Confirmation program at St. Andrew Lutheran Church begins as students enter 6th grade and concludes with the Affirmation of Baptism in the Spring of their 8th grade year. Our program is designed with the hope that your child will learn more about Christ, deepen their faith, strengthen friendships, and find their place in the…
Blessing of the Backpacks
Join us in Worship at 9:00 and 10:30 AM on Sept. 10, 2023 for a Blessing of the Backpacks! Bring your backpacks and we will bless them for a new year of learning. All students and educators will receive a special gift for the new year. Contact: Shawna Berg
Summer Walking Group
Do you appreciate regular walks? Want to connect with others from St. Andrew for a time of exercise, meet some new people, and a brief scripture reading and devotion? Join the Wednesday evening Walking Group at 6:30PM. We plan to have two groups – one for speed walkers (approximately 16-17 minute mile pace) and one for casual walkers (approximate 20 minute mile pace). All are welcome! Please sign up to indicate your interest. Contacts: Kathryn Hernke or Shelley Luna
Night at the Lake
Savor a summer night together by the water! We’ll provide some treats, bean bags, and spikeball. Bring your favorite beach food and water fun to add to the mix. Summer’s not over yet! Contact: Pastor Sarah Fike
Big Stone Mini Golf
We will be spending the afternoon of August 23rd at Big Stone Mini Golf in Minnestrista. In addition to mini golf, Big Stone also has a sculpture garden, life-size games, and farm animals! Please meet at St. Andrew by 1:15 PM for check-in. We will board the bus around 1:30 and tee off at 2! Included in your $20 registration fee: We recommend bringing a small bag or backpack to carry a water bottle, sunscreen, hat and/or sunglasses, snacks from…