God is present and relentlessly loving us – especially in these times of uncertainty, grief, fear, frustration, and all the other emotions and situations that we are experiencing in a global pandemic. Faith’s Adult Education Team, Prayer Lab Team, and I (Deacon Nina) have chosen key...
Faith ministry continues, even as we remain physically distant. We celebrate God's Spirit leading us this past week. Did you know that we have 49 furnace and heat pump filters at Faith? Regularly changing air filters is especially important during pandemic to keep those who are in the building...
Substance abuse is part of the story in many families. Pandemic is an especially difficult time to manage addictions of all kinds. There are many local and online resources and support for those struggling with alcohol or substance abuse. Hazelden Betty Ford is a great resource in our area...
“From there to here, from here to there, funny things are everywhere.” -Dr. Seuss Laughter is the best medicine, or so it's said. Laughter can be used cruelly, as well, but that is not part of “being well.” Let’s use laughter to make this world and our lives...
When I first approached pastor John about doing a shoe drive I didn't know what to expect. I was hoping that we could put some shoes on some homeless feet but I didn't know how many or which feet. We at Faith Lutheran heard a cry from the homeless in St Paul and we responded. The response was...
Faith ministry continues, even as we remain physically distant. We celebrate God's Spirit leading us this past week. On Sunday, August 23rd, 15 families gathered in the parking lot to celebrate the First Communion of their children. Families greatly appreciated the opportunity to gather and...
In-person worship is another opportunity for us to connect with our Faith family and is an especially good option for those healthy individuals who do not have reliable technology to stream our services online. Coming to church is something so familiar to us, and yet, it has been necessary...
Sports are finally back. Which means that announcers are back… putting their foot in their mouths. Last week, two announcers were removed from their positions for failing to stick to sports. Social commentary and sports go hand in hand like Minnesota sports teams and heartbreak. Thom...
An update from Faith sponsored missionaries in Japan, Patrick and Jackie Bencke On July 31st, Patrick and I celebrated our 21st wedding anniversary. Patrick and I met in 1997 during our missionary training in Chicago. He was on his way to Japan with ELCA, I was on my way to...
Faith ministry continues, even as we remain physically distant. We celebrate God's Spirit leading us this past week. Shoes keep coming in! Thank you for your donations for Walking With A Purpose to provide "colder weather" footwear for friends experiencing homelessness. Volunteers...