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Empowering our MGLC congregation to “live the Word” by enriching our understanding of the Bible and our faith in Jesus Christ.
Pastor Durk Explores
Visit Pastor Durk’s on-line journal for reflections on the Christian life:
"Is your life as busy as ever this summer? Does your schedule continue to be filled with appointments, commitments, obligations, sporting, music, and other events? Have you found yourself asking, "Whatever happened to the lazy days of summer?
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Summer Education Hour
Now through Sunday, August 26, 10:10 a.m.
This summer set aside time each Sunday morning at MGLC to grow in faith. Pastor Peterson and Pastor Chiles take turns leading our summer series between Sunday worship services, from 10:10 to 10:50 a.m. through August 26.
The Power of Forgiveness is a compelling four-session series that will open both mind and heart to help us understand and embrace forgiveness. We’ll hear the struggle to forgive through real life experiences of people. Even though forgiveness is central to Christian faith, it can at times seem impossible. There comes a time when we face the difficult choice to forgive others and to forgive ourselves. Come and learn why forgiveness is imperative for Christians, and so necessary for a wholesome and free life.
Then, bring your questions about who God is and how God is at work in our lives and the world today, through the series Experiencing God: Questions for the Contemporary Church. Brief video reflections by Luther Seminary will help jumpstart our conversations that range from the theological to the everyday!
Membership Workshop
Considering joining Maple Grove Lutheran?
This membership class will provide an overview of MGLC ministries and programs. The next workshop held September 30 and October 7 at noon with new members received at the 9:30 a.m. service on October 14. A light lunch will be served. Include the names and ages of your children when registering for childcare. To register, email Pastor Peterson.
Men’s B &B (Breakfast and Bible Study)
What does it mean to be a man of faith?
Men of all ages are invited each Wednesday at 6:09 a.m. Discussion, fellowship, and breakfast. Invite friends, neighbors, and co-workers to an engaging and challenging video series on what it means to be a man following Christ. This series helps men look at their spiritual life in Christ and their role in marriage and family life. No sign-up is necessary. Questions? Contact Patrick at 612-919-1433.
Senior Women’s Bible Study and Fellowship
Pastor Chris leads a Bible study for senior women. Bring a sack lunch. Dessert and coffee are provided. For more information, contact Pastor Chris or Doreen at 763-420-7838.
Morning Reflections Women’s Bible Study
The second and fourth Wednesday mornings, 9:30-11:00 a.m. women meet for Bible study and fellowship. Childcare is provided for a small fee. Sign up at the church office or contact Lori Heater.
Crossways Bible Study (offered fall through spring)
"Crossways provides a clear, meaningful and helpful road map through the Scriptures.” Past Crossways Participant Have you ever wondered how those Bible stories you learned as a child connect to the Big Story? Crossways is a Bible study that will lead you from Genesis to Revelations and will help you dig deep into the big picture and more deeply understand its meaning. This study stresses “grace” as the key word and our response to grace as Jesus calls us to servanthood. Crossways will help reveal Jesus as the Servant King and lead you to new insights about His mission for your life. This Bible study is led by Pastor Chris on Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30 a.m. For more info, contact Pastor Chris.
Sunday Summer School
Children ages pre-kindergarden through sixth grade will be held in the Children’s Worship room on Sundays from 10:10-10:50 a.m. The theme is Learning Jesus’ Miracles. No registration needed.
God In The Movies
Youth and adults are welcome to watch movies like Signs, Unbreakable, The Lady in the Water, October Sky, and Remember the Titans on Sundays through August 26, 10:10-10:50 a.m. We’ll review these movies from a faith perspective. Invite your friends!
Jr. High F.I.A. (Faith in Action) Days
Designed to help 7-9th grade students make an impact on their world through serving and hanging out with friends. Four faith in action days are scheduled Mondays in July and each includes a morning service project and fun afternoon event.
July 31: Global Health Ministries and Como Park
Bring a lunch. Pre-registration is required for all F.I.A. Days. E-mail Todd.
Camp Fish Tales Day Camp
A day camp held August 13-15 for children who have finished 1st-6th grades. At Fish Tales for Easter Day, kids find out what is so “good” about Good Friday and the relationship of the cross to the resurrection. Our time together will result in a choreographed 20-minute musical that we will perform during the worship service on Wednesday, August 15, at 7:30 p.m. For more information, contact Suzanne at 763-420-9724.
Akaloo is coming to MGLC
A new creative, engaging church school curriculum is coming to MGLC in the fall. Akaloo is a Bible-based curriculum that is intergenerational, energetic and a new approach to church school. Akaloo offers practical, fun, lessons that teach kids to follow Jesus in ways that make sense to them. Interested in learning more? Two Akaloo previews will take place on Monday, July 30 and August 20 at 7:00 p.m. If interested in attending an Akaloo preview, sign up on the blue welcome sheet or e-mail Tabi.
Church School Rally Day Festival
Join us for food, fun and fellowship on Sunday, September 9 from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Lunch will be served and there will be games and prizes for the children! For more information or if you would like to help with the event, e-mail Tabi.
To register your child for church school this fall, complete and return a Church School Registration Form
Confirmation Orientation Night
All incoming 7th-9th graders are invited to be a part of the Confirmation program at Maple Grove Lutheran Church. Orientation Night for youth and parents will be held Wednesday, September 12 at 6:00 p.m. Each student must complete a Confirmation Registration Form and submit a check payable to MGLC for $50 to cover materials, transportation for the year. For more information, contact Todd or 763-420-7930.
Crosswalk Youth Bible Study
Sr. Highers are welcome to join us in the Youth room for a weekly Bible study. Invite your friends to delve into God’s Word every Wednesday night at 8:00 p.m. For more information, contact Todd Grover or 763-420-7930.
Center for Parent/Youth Understanding (CPYU)
This organization is committed to building strong families by bridging the cultural-generational gap between parents and teenagers. Each month, Parent Page, a publication by the CPYU contains information about youth culture, trends, and how faith fits into our world. Visit www.cpyu.org