Welcome, below you can find a listing of upcoming events and ministries at St. Andrew. You can use the yellow button above to filter by category or change views. Some ongoing ministries or service opportunities may be listed on their ministries pages.
Wednesday Night Youth Group (WNYG)
Age Range: 9th–12th Grade Days/Times: Wednesdays, 7:00–9:00 PM Description: Connect with other high school students from around the southwest metro at Wednesday Night Youth Group and monthly special events. On Wednesday nights the first couple of hours are dedicated to relaxing, do homework and eat snacks. Then we play awesome games, do meaningful service projects, and most importantly connect with God by learning about our Faith. Invite your friends because all are welcome to come for WNYG or special events.…
Canticle Choir
Age Range: Adults Days/Times: Wednesdays from 7:30–8:45 PM, September–May Description: The Canticle Choir singers lead the congregation at two 9:00 AM Sunday services a month by singing the liturgy, special hymn arrangements, anthems, calls to worship, and the occasional major choral/orchestral compositions. *Dates are subject to change. Please keep in contact with the Choir Director for up-to-date information. Contact: Larry Bach
Pastor’s Book Study
Age Range: Adults Days/Times: Thursdays 9:00–10:00 AM (Except July–August) Description: Connecting with each other in meaningful conversation can make your day more meaningful. One dynamic and welcoming small group at St. Andrew is the Pastor’s Book Study. Alternating between St. Andrew pastors, share in conversation, learning and community building as we read and discuss “The Amen Effect.” In a time of loneliness and isolation, social rupture and alienation, what will it take to mend our broken hearts and rebuild our…
Be Still and Know…Beginning Yoga & Devotion
Most Thursdays at 9:30 AM through May either in person(St. Andrew, Room 206) or on Zoom. Contact Carole to be placed on the email list to receive updates on dates and locations. This is an open group and welcomes new participants each week. Each session opens with scripture and closes with a devotion and prayer. No previous yoga experience necessary. Participants wear yoga type stretchy pants with a semi-fitted top that allows for movement and bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Classes are taught by…
Women of the Word (WOW)—PM
Age Range: Adult women Days/Times: Thursdays 6:30–8:00 PM, September–May Description: Join us for a women’s Bible study of faith and fellowship using streaming video, workbook lessons, and small group discussions. For beginners and advanced! All women are welcome, members and non-members. Our 13-week study on the book What Love Is, The Letters of 1, 2, and 3 John, will begin January 9. Contact: Karen Willyard | (952) 937-2722
Monday Evening Men’s Group
Age Range: Adult men (husbands/fathers) Days/Times: 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, 6:00–7:30 PM, September–May Description: With so many places to go and things to do, it is often hard to take time for yourself. We want to gather men together to share experiences and wisdom about life and being a good dad, husband, and Christian. The group uses various faith-based resources to stimulate conversation and learning. We provide men with networking and relationship-building opportunities, giving one another a…
Suicide Bereavement Support Group
Every 1st Tuesday and 3rd Thursday. Age Range: 18 or older Location: St. Andrew Chapel Description: This support group aims to provide a safe, accepting and non-judgmental place for people struggling with the challenge of suicide loss. Leadership of this support group have experienced personal loss of their own and have received specialized training. Contact: Tammy Sperr and Cheryl Harjes
A More Just World—Social Justice Group
Age Range: Adults Days/Times: First Wednesdays of each month at 6:30 PM Description: When it comes to matters of race in our community, St. Andrew is dedicated to helping create a more just world for all people through listening, learning, growing, and acting differently. Monthly meetings provide fellowship for people wanting to dedicate themselves to this process on an ongoing basis. Join us for conversation and learning opportunities. We discuss race and healing through the use of readings, videos and…
Parent’s Night Out
Age Range: Up to 5th Grade Days/Times: First Friday of the month, 5:00–8:00 PM (November – May). Description: Sign up for Parent’s Night Out! Our CYF Staff and Spirit in the Pines Counselors will partner together to provide a fun evening for your children, so you can enjoy an evening out! We will provide crafts, a pizza dinner, recreation time, and a snack each night. Cost is $20 for one child and $10 additional dollars for every additional child. Pre-registration…
Parents Vs Goliath: Parents of Teens & Young Adults
Age Range: Parents of middle schoolers, high schoolers and young adults. Days/Times: 2nd Sunday of each month, 10:15-11:15 AM Description: In the story of David and Goliath, David was in a fight against Goliath, a giant man feared by many. David trusted in his own abilities to overcome this giant of a person. In our Group we are here to overcome the “Giants” of raising a teen. Whether it is connecting with your child, navigating social media, or just talking with…
First Communion Class
Age Range: Elementary-age Children Days/Times: March 9, 12:00–1:30 PM Description: For Elementary students looking for First Communion instruction. Join us to learn more about what this sacrament means, and how to receive it. Come if you have never taken communion and would like to begin, or even if you have been taking it, but haven’t had instruction yet. REGISTRATION TO COME Contact: Shawna Berg
Job Transition Support
Age Range: 18 or older Are you in one of the following situations: Just starting to look for your first job or been out of the work environment for awhile? Are your current search efforts not working out the way you hoped? Not pleased with your current job and not sure how to start a search process? One of our members, Rich Gruenhagen, is available to help provide direction and support. This includes how to find jobs that are not…