I am not an epidemiologist and have not studied the Coronavirus scientifically to be an expert on what advice to give you. Because of their advice, I wear a mask in public to protect you and appreciate when you do the same. I am not in charge of schools or school districts and can’t tell...
The Be Well Faith committee continues to monitor health guidelines/data from the Minnesota Department of Health and the CDC. We are monitoring the number of cases in the 7 county metropolitan area daily. As we watch the number of cases rise, we want to share a different graphic that shows us how...
Faith’s church council met virtually on Tuesday, July 14, 2020. Discussions centered on various updates: Technology Updates – expressed thanks to Faith’s incredible TECH Team as they explore ways to ensure high quality live-streaming capabilities. Sacred Settlement...
The Minneapolis Park Board opened their parks to the homeless last month, and there are now encampments in about 35 park locations. Some of the larger encampments include Elliot, Peavey, Kenwood and Lyndale Farmstead parks, according to Park Board tent counts. The Star Tribune has published a...
Faith ministry continues, even as we remain physically distant. We celebrate God's Spirit leading us this past week. We all fit together at Faith Lutheran! Our puzzle is growing. It does not matter how old you are or who you are or if you are from a different school or town. We are FAITH! Thanks...
The first “in-person worship experience (with restrictions)” occurred on Sunday, July 12 during the 9:00 a.m. worship service. There were 11 worshippers, 4 tech team members, and 6 worship assistants in the sanctuary. All of the established practices and protocols were adhered to...
Homelessness often seems far away and an issue for the city. We live in Forest Lake. It can’t possibly be a problem here, right? Unfortunately, there are a lot of people in our community that need our help. For those that experience homelessness, it isn’t some far off issue. It is...
Faith ministry continues, even as we remain physically distant. We celebrate God's Spirit leading us this past week. We are so grateful to our Be Well Team for the research, extra meetings, careful attention to detail, patience and wisdom in planning our first in-person worship in four months on...
“It will not feel like a typical worship morning, but…” Pastor John’s recent letter to the congregation started with those words. Sunday, July 12, is currently scheduled to provide an in-person worship experience (with restrictions) for individuals who choose to worship...
Faith ministry continues, even as we remain physically distant. We celebrate God's Spirit leading us this past week. The fountain is flowing! Stop by the Memorial Prayer Garden and remember saints living among us and saints who have gone before us this holiday weekend. Volunteers are calling our...