Minnesotans might be better than anyone else at celebrating and enjoying summer! The fact that winter lasts half the year around here really inspires us to make the most of those 12 weeks between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Opportunities for cabin weekends, outdoor sports, walks around the lakes, art fairs, and concerts abound for many. Summer is a great time to focus on social wellness–this month...  Read More

Do you have a story that you’ve always wanted to write? This summer, the WordWorkers writing group is having an 8-session story workshop led by Aaron Achartz. Come with an idea for a story you’ve always wanted to write or just with a ready imagination. Over the course of the summer, we will brainstorm, plan, write, and edit our stories together. By the end of August, you will complete a short stor...  Read More

The Summer 2026 Newsletter is now available for download. 7th - Pastor Jennifer's Installation, 10am7th - Visit with Pastor Jennifer, 11:30am9th - Moms Group, 7pm14th - Sunday Study - Conspiracy, 11am14th - Visit with Pastor Jennifer, 11:30am14th - Saints on Bikes, 1pm14th - Day Camp Kickoff Bonfire and Potluck, 5-7pm15th-18th - Day Camp, 9a-2pm17th - Visit with Pastor Jennifer, 2pm21st - Summer S...  Read More

Come and sing with the Open Choir on June 7th for Pastor Jennifer's installation. Everyone is welcome to sing that morning. No need to sign up, simply show up at 9am for a brief rehearsal before the service. Contact Music Director Meg Redmond with any questions. ...  Read More

Every summer, we invite camp staff from Water's Edge Ministry (formally Green Lake Lutheran Ministries) to lead our Day Camp for kids (June 15–18 this year). They do a fantastic job making kids feel special and welcomed during the camp day; it is only right for us to make them feel welcomed as well. We are looking for a handful of households who would be willing to provide some hospitality to camp...  Read More

As the weather gets warmer and more consistent, it's time for more outside time and potentially the increase in physical activity. Our wellness focus for May is Physical Wellness. What are some ideas that you have for maintaining or improving your physical wellness? Here's to you and what you already do and what you are looking forward to doing for your physical well-being this spring and summer!...  Read More

The May 2026 Newsletter is now available for download. 3rd - Annual Congregational Meeting, 11am3rd - Caring for Creation Garden Cleanup, 12pm8th - Parents Night Out, 5:30-8:30pm17th - Confirmation, in worship service17th - Dads Group, 11am19th - Moms Group, 7pm24th - Pentecost Service, 10am24th - Caring for Creation Meeting, 11am31st - Last Sunday of Kids Connection, 10am For up to date informati...  Read More

Friday, May 8 • 5:30-8:30pmParents Night Out gives parents of young kids the opportunity to have a night with friends, go out to dinner, go on a date, or just have a night to themselves while knowing their kids are well taken care of and get a night at All Saints filled with games, crafts, snacks and a movie.Parents Night Out is open to all kids ages 2-10. We just ask that they are potty trained a...  Read More

Members are invited to attend this year's congregational annual meeting on Sunday, May 3 following the service. In preparation for the meeting, there will be an informational session to learn more about the proposed FY26 budget. The session will take place in the Lounge (on the Library Level) on Sunday, April 26 after the service. ...  Read More

This past Sunday at the Special Congregational Meeting, members voted to call Jennifer Schneider to serve as Associate Pastor. There were 57 'yes' votes and 0 'no' votes. Jennifer has been called and her first Sunday is expected to be May 3.Jennifer's ordination will be on Thursday, May 14 at 7pm at Oak Knoll Lutheran Church, where she completed her internship. Watch for more details in the May Ne...  Read More

Get ready to feel inspired together! Mental Health Connect's 2026 Stories of Hope Breakfast is Thursday, May 7 from 8-9am at Mount Olivet Lutheran Church. This year we lift up the collective practice of hope and the ways we build resilience in community. Enjoy delightful music, savor a delicious breakfast, and mingle with fellow community members. Doors open at 7am for coffee and conversation.All ...  Read More

The next Caring for Creation meeting will be Sunday April 19 after the worship service. Please join us in the lounge to share, support, and pray for our beautiful planet and its people.All Saints Lutheran Church is in the 9 Mile Creek Watershed District. They have arranged an event to clean up Valley Park in Hopkins on May 2 from 1-3pm. Please join us. Meet at the Playground to borrow equipment an...  Read More