Posts with the category “news”

Find tools and resources for building your mental wellness on these websites:Mental Health Month Toolkit from Mental Health America – Download this toolkit for access to a multitude of fact sheets and coping tools.Healthy Outcomes for Positive Experiences - The HOPE National Resource Center is creating a paradigm shift in systems of care, communities, and policies to value and actively bolster pos...  Read More

Please join us for a bike ride. Our first ride is May 5 at 1:30pm. We usually have rides every 2 weeks, on Sundays, at 1pm. We have some on Saturday, away from the city, and a 2 night event by the Root River near Lanesboro. You can check the schedule on the church website, and the weekly e-news will have the most recent changes and plans. Let's roll! 😊 ...  Read More

At All Saints, we're committed to making a relevant impact in our community. On Sunday, April 21 we welcome Nicholas Tangen from the Minneapolis Area Synod to preach about how faith practices can lead us into deeper connections with our neighbors.Nicholas Tangen is the Director of Faith Practices & Neighboring Practices at the Minneapolis Area Synod, ELCA. In his role, he gathers Lutherans from co...  Read More

The All Saints Foundation invites you to a free presentation on Tuesday, April 30 at 6pm in the Fellowship Hall. Wills, Trusts, Health Care Directives and Powers of Attorney will be explained. Learn when a Will is sufficient and when you might prefer a Trust. Learn ways to avoid probate. Discuss the common mistakes to help you avoid unwanted consequences. Bonnie Wittenburg, a Minnetonka-based esta...  Read More

The April 2024 Newsletter is now available for download. 21st - Guest preacher Nicholas Tangen, 10am21st - Budget Information Session, 11am28th - April Parent & Child Playdate, 11am30th - Estate Planning Solutions Presentation, 6pm For up to date information and to register for events, visit our Events Page. ...  Read More

Join us for Holy Week. All services are both in-person and live-streamed. March 24 • 10amTraditional worship led by Meg Redmond and featuring the Saints Chorale. March 28 • 7pmContemporary worship led by Tom Klemond. March 29 • 7pmA service of readings and hymns, led by Meg Redmond and the Saints Chorale. March 31 • 10amJoyful worship led by Meg Redmond and featuring the Saints Brass and Saints ...  Read More

Join Pastor Jon, Karen Saboe, and Marge Schaffer for breakfast from 8 to 9 am, Thursday, May 9th at Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church, 5025 Knox Ave S, Minneapolis 55419.David Lohman will share his story and music. David is a conductor, pianist, singer, actor, arranger, and songwriter.All Saints is sponsoring a table for 8 people. No cost for a place at the table. You will have the opportunity to donate ...  Read More

This month we are focusing on Spiritual Wellness, and we are in the season of Lent. This is a good time to think about spiritual health, forgiveness, community and grace. Perhaps it's also a good time to join the All Saints community for worship on Wednesday evenings or Sunday mornings, as it is good to be together!Ideas on growing your spiritual health can also be found on the Spiritual Wellness ...  Read More

You are invited to help beautify the sanctuary for our Easter celebration by donating flowers in honor or memory of someone special to you. To donate, contact Chris in the church office (952.934.3550 or email) or submit your donation on the Make a Gift page. Select "Easter Flowers" as the Fund type, as shown below. Please add a note when you make your gift online or indicate in an email the names(...  Read More

Join us for our third annual Easter Eggstravanza on Saturday, March 30th. To ensure that everyone has a fun and safe egg hunt experience, this year we will be having two egg hunts: one at 10:30 and one at 11:30. Families can reserve an egg hunt spot ahead of time. Follow the link, click "Register Now" and select a free timed ticket for each child to reserve your spot.Other activities at the Easter...  Read More

The March 2024 Newsletter is now available for download. 6th - Lenten Holden Evening Prayer Service, 7pm13th - Lenten Holden Evening Prayer Service, 7pm17th - Civic Life and Faith Follow-up Meeting, 11am20th - Lenten Holden Evening Prayer Service, 7pm24th - Easter Flower Donations Due28th - Maundy Thursday Service, 7pm29th - Good Friday Service, 7pm30th - Easter Eggstravaganza, 10am-12pm31st - Ea...  Read More

The ELCA has issued a Social Statement Draft on Civic Life and Faith. We’ll be gathering for a session on Sunday, March 17 after worship to follow up on the conversations we had last fall around the ELCA’s study on Civic Life and Faith. We’ll discuss parts of the draft statement and other articles that were shared. Let us know you’re coming by signing up at the Welcome Center or emailing the churc...  Read More

Neil came to the food shelf after a long career and a lifetime of self-sufficiency. Nearing retirement he was diagnosed with cancer and needed help. Because of his illness, his ability to work was significantly curtailed, reducing his income. Because of that he couldn’t keep up with all his bills. Neil came to ICA for help and thanks in part to your gifts, they have been able to provide Neil with ...  Read More

We are excited for this year's Easter Eggstravaganza on March 30th. Last year we welcomed over 200 kids and their families! To make this year successful, we need volunteers to set-up, serve as greeters, assist at the crafts table, guide at the I Spy, and do clean up. We also need kids and youth to help hide eggs, and adults to help with popcorn and drinks.If you are able to help, sign up at the We...  Read More

Join us the next five Wednesdays at 7pm for our Holden Evening Prayer services and to hear others' faith stories. Come before the service from 5:45pm-6:45pm for fellowship and light refreshments. Take time this Lent to experience 40 days of reflection through worship, prayer, and fellowship....  Read More

February’s Wellness Wednesdays will focus on Emotional Wellness. Emotional Wellness can be described as an awareness, understanding, and acceptance of feelings and an ability to manage effectively through time of change or challenge. Look to explore the importance of emotional well-being and things you can do to improve wellness. Explore the Emotional Wellness Page for more information and resourc...  Read More

We begin the Lenten season with our Ash Wednesday service on February 14th at 7pm. Join us before the service for fellowship and light refreshments. Then experience the imposition of the ashes and take the first step into the season of Lent.Join us the next five Wednesdays at 7pm for our Holden Evening Prayer services and to hear others' faith stories. If you would like to share your faith story, ...  Read More

ICA is seeing record numbers of families visiting the food shelf. With over 1000 families visiting each month, their food stock is in constant need of being replenished. Traditionally the spring is a time when contributions of food and financial support begin to decline. In response ICA joins the hundreds of other food shelves in Minnesota to encourage contributions during March Food Share month. ...  Read More

The February 2024 Newsletter is now available for download. 10th - Celebrate Black Composers Concert, 3pm–4:30pm14th - Ash Wednesday Service, 7pm21st - Lenten Holden Evening Prayer Service, 7pm25th - Parent and Child Playdate, 11am25th - PB&J - Pizza, Beverage, and Justice Event, 5pm–9pm28th - Lenten Holden Evening Prayer Service, 7pmFor up to date information and to register for events, visit th...  Read More

Hennepin County is challenging residents to reduce their consumption of single-use plastics. Sign up for the Plastic Free Challenge and during the month of February, learn how you can lower plastic use and find sustainable alternatives.Participants will select up to five daily actions and five one-time actions that can greatly reduce plastic use. Create an account, or login to your account from la...  Read More

Life is busy. Whether you are managing your own calendar or a family calendar, it can be hard to get into a routine - meetings, sick days, flat tires - life events require a change of plans. Sometimes we yearn for a routine, an ordinary rhythm to our day or week.Green Lake Lutheran Ministries invites you to experience Ordinary Time, a faith-centered rhythm at Camp House this summer! Each day you’l...  Read More

Come on Tuesday, January 30 at 7pm to hear Rev. Hannah Campbell Gustafson tell the story of her passion for mental health, and the journey that led her to become Executive Director of Mental Health Connect in June 2023. U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy declared that we are experiencing an epidemic of loneliness and isolation, and this disconnection negatively impacts our well-being. Hannah wi...  Read More

Join us Saturday, February 10 at 3pm to celebrate Black Composers and Black History Month with Mill City String Quartet! They’re performing Jessie Montgomery’s “Voodoo Dolls,” Shelley Washington’s “Middleground,” and Daniel Bernard Roumain’s “King.” This is Mill City String Quartet’s debut performance at All Saints Lutheran Church in Minnetonka. It’s a wonderful and educational program fit for the...  Read More

The cold and dark of January, the beginning of a new year can be a difficult time for those coping with loss and grief. Know that there are those at All Saints that can help and support you. The Beautiful Souls Grief Support Group meets at 10am on the second Tuesday of each month in the lounge. Anyone is welcome to attend. If you have any questions, contact the church office. ...  Read More

January is financial wellness month! After the Christmas holiday we often turn to planning our resolutions for the New Year. This month is a reminder to reflect on plans for financial wellness, which can add to our mental and physical wellbeing. Check out the All Saints Financial Wellness page for more information and follow us on Facebook for the weekly posts....  Read More

Come on January 30 at 7pm to hear Rev. Hannah Campbell Gustafson tell the story of her passion for mental health, and the journey that led her to become Executive Director of Mental Health Connect in June 2023. U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy declared that we are experiencing an epidemic of loneliness and isolation, and this disconnection negatively impacts our well-being. Hannah will share ...  Read More

Not ready for an overnight camp or want double the camp fun? Counselors from Green Lake will be coming to All Saints to lead Day Camp on June 10-13. Day Camp is a great way for kids to get introduced to camp. Kids will learn camp songs, play games (including a water day), do crafts, learn Bible stories, and more!Any children age 3 through 5th grade can join us for day camp. Day camp is from 9am – ...  Read More

The January 2024 Newsletter is now available for download. 10th - Feed My Starving Children, 7pm-8:45pm28th - Parent and Child Playdate, 11am30th - Inspired Life: Rev. Hannah Campbell Gustafson, 7 pmFor up to date information and to register for events, visit the Events Page.  ...  Read More

Every year, Crossroads youth go to Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) to pack food for those in need all around the world. It is one of the youths’ favorite service events! This year the youth would like to share their favorite serving event with everyone from the congregation.Our packing session is on Wednesday, January 10 from 7–8:45 pm. Everyone should meet at the Chanhassen Feed My Starving Chil...  Read More

The Christmas Eve service is a very special and meaningful service for many, including families. When families join us for the 4 pm and 9pm services on Christmas Eve, kids are invited to stop by the Welcome Center before the service for a goodie bag of activities to do during the service or to enjoy at home....  Read More

Please make your planned year-end 2023 tax-deductible contributions by December 31st. Contributions can be put in the offering boxes during the worship service that day. The church office will be open for drop-offs from 9am-4pm on Thursday, December 28th. Ring the doorbell at the west entrance on arrival and someone will meet you at the door.Checks mailed to All Saints Lutheran Church must be post...  Read More

Believe it or not, it’s time to start planning for summer! Green Lake offers lots of fun activities for kids of all ages such as: Gaga ball, air square, swimming and beach fun, hiking, biking, paddle boarding, kayaking, campfires, games, crafts and more. Not only is camp an amazing way to get outside and enjoy God’s creation, at Green Lake kids also learn awesome lessons and Bible Stories all week...  Read More

Forget to donate a Christmas Poinsettia? We've extended the deadline through this Sunday, December 17. Help us beautify the sanctuary for the Christmas season by making a donation for a poinsettia in honor or in memory of someone special to you. The suggested donation is $25.Donate on the Make a Gift page and select Flowers as the Fund type (see below). You may also donate using the form at the We...  Read More

Join us for our Christmas Eve worship on Sunday, December 24th. You can worship in person or watch online.4 PMFamily-friendly candlelight service with Holy Communion and a special Kid's Message.9 PMEvening candlelight service with Holy Communion. ...  Read More

As we move from celebrating Thanksgiving to Christmas, our interactions with one another, our community and our earth are all important and part of our social wellness. What are some ways that you can improve in these categories during December?Our weekly social media posts provide thoughts on these areas and more and you can find other information on the Social Wellness page. During December cons...  Read More

When the snow starts to fall, it's hard not to long for summer and warmth. Well, you can start planning for summer because camp registration opens on December 13.  At Green Lake, kids in 1st–12th grade can enjoy a week full of fun activities, Bible stories, campfires, worship, and more. Both All Saints and Green Lake Lutheran Ministries believe that every kid deserves to experience camp at some po...  Read More

Join us for our annual Service of Lessons & Carols on Sunday, December 17 at 10am. This service features the Saints Chorale choir, Saints Brass, and Carillon Choir, along with vocal and instrumental soloists. Invite your friends and neighbors to experience word and music combining to tell the Christmas story....  Read More

If you’ve not done so yet, please take a moment to complete an online statement of intent card right now. It only takes a few minutes. This assists you in planning your giving in a thoughtful and meaningful way this year, and helps church leaders set our next budget! Every gift is appreciated and every gift matters. Remember that your statement of intent can be changed in the future if your life c...  Read More

Every year, our kids and youth put on a Christmas Program. It is the same story told in a fun new way. And this year, it's going to go perfectly! Join us on December 10th during worship for this year’s Christmas Program. ...  Read More

The December 2023 is now available for download. 10th - Kids' Christmas Program, 10 am10th - Christmas Caroling at the Glenn, 1 pm17th - Service of Lessons & Carols, 10 am24th - Christmas Eve Service, 4 pm24th - Christmas Eve Service, 9 pmFor up to date information and to register for events, visit our Events Page.  ...  Read More