We ARE the Church Together
Connection to each other is one of our new goals for our congregation. Join one of our new small groups during the dark days of winter to build your network with other church members. Reconnect with old friends and make new ones! Additional details are below. Sign Up for all activities here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0C4AA9A72CA1F58-47047630-wearethe#/
We ARE the Church COOKING! -- Join fellow chefs to prepare and eat tasty treats.
We ARE the Church INSPIRING! Read and discuss Right Here, Right Now: The Practice of Christian Mindfulness with Cynthia.
We ARE the Church EXPLORING! -- Venture into the great outdoors to enjoy the Minnesota winter.
We ARE the Church GUIDING! -- Learn from other parents and grandparents how to wrangle those kids.
GROUP ONE: We ARE the Church…Cooking Together
Saturday, January 20, afternoon
Learn to make delicious tamales at the church kitchen, followed by a happy hour at a member’s home.
Saturday, February 17, evening
Gather in member homes to craft charcuterie plates.
Saturday, March 23, afternoon
. Celebrate Easter and Passover by making Knishes at church.
GROUP TWO: We ARE the Church… Inspiring Together
Let’s explore Christian mindfulness together. Come engage in Dr. Amy Oden’s Right Here, Right Now: The Practice of Christian Mindfulness with Cynthia. Together, we’ll dive into the spiritual practice of mindfulness.
This book reveals the Christian roots of mindfulness and the actual practices that, when reclaimed, deepen the life of faith and the power of our mission of love in the world. When we understand how radical it is to live in God’s presence right here, right now, our lives are transformed toward mercy, justice, and abundant life. Dr. Amy Oden shows how the practice of Christian mindfulness begins with the teachings of Jesus and continues throughout Christian history. It also includes step-by-step instructions for the practice of Christian mindfulness today.
Tuesday, January 23, from 7 pm to 8:30 pm at church
Monday, February 5, from 7 pm to 8:30 pm at church
Tuesday, Feb. 27, from 7 pm to 8:30 pm at church
Monday, March 18, from 7 pm to 8:30 pm at church
GROUP THREE: We ARE the Church… Exploring Together
Saturday, January 27, at the Como Conservatory
Gather at 1:30 pm, begin together, and explore at our own pace. Those who want to "re-gather" for coffee, hot chocolate, and/or other snacks could meet at the cafe afterward. Suggested donation is $2 / child, $4 / per adult. All-ages event.
Saturday, February 24, a facilitated visit to Crosby Farm Park.
Gather at 1:30 pm. An inclement weather backup option is the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. More "intellectual" / adult-focused.
Saturday. March 23 at the Walker Sculpture Garden.
Intergenerational Gathering for kids, youth, and adults. Meet at 10:30 am. Scavenger Hunt. All ages event.
GROUP FOUR: We ARE the Church… Guiding Together
Saturday, January 27, from 9:30 am to11:30 am: Pancakes, Pajamas and Playtime
Kids, Youth, and Parents come in your PJs for pancakes and Play in the Social Hall! A casual gathering for parents to connect with one another as our kids and youth play!
Saturday, February 24, from 5 pm to 7 pm, Navigating Social Media - A parent-focused conversation with Jennifer Marshall.
Kids and youth will enjoy games and pizza while parents engage with each other and Jennifer Marshall.
Saturday, March 23 at the Walker Sculpture Garden.
Intergenerational Gathering for kids, youth, and adults. Meet at 10:30 am. Scavenger Hunt. All ages event.