Posts with the category “news”

Mental Health Connect is excited to offer their first Mental Health First Aid trainings the next two weekends...AND they're looking for a few more people to round out the classes! Adult MHFA TrainingSaturday, August 16, 9:00 am - 2:30 pmYouth MHFA TrainingSaturday, August 23, 9:00 am - 2:30 pm Trainings will be "blended courses" with some material completed online prior to the in-person training...  Read More

Registration is now open for Kids Connection and Crossroads. Please register here on the website for either program.Kids Connection is for kids age 3 through 5th grade and takes place on Sundays during the service starting September 7.Crossroads is our Confirmation program for youth in grades 6-8. Crossroads takes place on Wednesdays starting on September 17.If you have questions about either of t...  Read More

This fall, you are invited to help lead and enliven Sunday worship. Saints Chorale rehearsals are on Wednesdays at 7:15pm and begin September 3rd. Carillon Choir rehearses Wednesdays at 6pm and begins on September 10th. Find more information on adult music opportunities and sign up here.Kids choir will start up later this fall and will rehearse on Sundays after the service. Parents can let Meg kno...  Read More

Emotional Wellness is our focus in August. Whether that is taking stock of your emotional health, being more focused in expressing gratitude, or increasing your flexibility, our weekly social media posts will provide some thoughts on being intentional about emotional wellness. ...  Read More

Part of our mission and vision is to make a relevant impact in the world around us and find our unique purpose to serve our neighbors. While that can be found right here in our community, sometimes we can also find it when we get away from our local space. That being said, we are planning an All Ages Service Trip for the Summer of 2026. Whether you are a young adult, an empty nester, retired, or h...  Read More

The Rev. Yehiel Curry was elected yesterday to serve a six-year term as presiding bishop of the ELCA. The election took place during the 2025 ELCA Churchwide Assembly being held at the Phoenix Convention Center. You can read more here. ...  Read More

The August 2025 Newsletter is now available for download. 3rd - Family Meet-up at Round Lake Splashpad, 3pm10th - Packing School Supplies for ResourceWest, 11am10th - Community Bonfire, 6pm17th - Adult Study on Christian Nationalisms, 11am21st - Moms Book Club, 6pm24th - Service Trip Inquiry Meeting, 11am26th - Dads Mixer at Unmapped, 7pm31st - Summer Parent/Child Playdate, after service For up to...  Read More

Sunday, August 10, starting at 6pmIt’s not summer in Minnesota without a bonfire. All are welcome to join us at All Saints for a relaxing evening around a bonfire. We will have hotdogs and s'mores to cook over the fire. Everyone is encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs....  Read More

This year over 1,200 students in the Minnetonka and Hopkins School districts are in need of essential school supplies to start their school year. From now until August 10, we will be collecting school supplies (see list here) for the Back to School program at Resource West. After the service on August 10, we will gather all the supplies we have collected and put them all together in backpacks. Hel...  Read More

Meet up with other families at the Round Lake Park Splash Pad on August 3rd at 3pm. Bring your swimsuit, a waterbottle, and a snack....  Read More

Our wellness focus area for July is Financial Wellness. If mid-year is a good time to take stock of your 2025 financial goals, or you’d like to have a better idea how much you’re spending on subscriptions or are looking for an idea or two on ways to save some money, July can be a good time to think about your Financial Wellness. Follow along through our social media posts or check out the financia...  Read More

This Sunday we will hear the music of Stephen Foster (7/4/1826 – 1/13/1864), often called the "father of American music." Foster was a pioneering 19th-century songwriter whose work laid the foundation for popular music in the United States.He composed over 200 songs (including "Oh! Susanna," "My Old Kentucky Home," and "Beautiful Dreamer"), many of which became deeply embedded in American culture....  Read More

Thanks to everyone who helped pull weeds and spread mulch last night! With the help of scout troup 346, Pastor Jon, Roger and Eileen Anderson, Randy Betcher, Kris Kooda-Chizek, Cindy and Don Grotz, Steve Suppan, and others that pulled weeds in preparation, a truck load of mulch was spread around the church grounds. Many hands working together got the job done quickly. And the local wildlife seem t...  Read More

Looking for things to do with your family this summer? Join us for a family movie night on Wednesday, July 9. Feel free to bring your own treats, blankets, or stuffed animals to enjoy during the movie! We hope to see you there. ...  Read More

It’s time to whip out your favorite potluck recipe, because All Saints is hosting another potluck. Join us and other people in the All Saints Community for a night of food, fun and connections at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park. All Saints will provide one main dish option. Bring a dish or dessert to share and drinks for yourself or your household.We will have yard games set up by 5:30 pm and will ...  Read More

June 25, July 23, August 27 • 7pmAll Saints welcomes you to a time for prayer, reflection, mindfulness and music this summer. These lightly structured gatherings in the sanctuary will provide time for you to recenter and renew your spirit around sacred readings, music and candlelight. All are welcome. No experience necessary! We'll gather as one community for inspiration and peace on the fourth We...  Read More

A Moms’ Book Club is starting this summer! Whether you love books or you are just looking to connect with other moms, all are welcome to join us. We will be reading A Lineage of Grace by Francine Rivers. A Lineage of Grace tells the story of 5 women in the lineage of Jesus. The first book club date is July 10 at 6 pm. If you would like to participate in the Moms' Book Club or need a copy of the bo...  Read More

Two weeks ago we received our new tables, and yesterday we received our new chairs and storage carts. Thanks to Greg Jackson, Amy Stratton, Nico, and Aaron Achartz for their help in unboxing and assembly. Thanks to all who have contributed to this project!...  Read More

June’s wellness focus is social wellness, which involves our relationships with others and the environment. As summer begins, consider activities to increase your social wellness:Maintaining regular contact with friends.Spending time with loved ones.Participating in volunteer work.Check out the Social Wellness page for more resources, including the Social Wellness Toolkit from the NIH. ...  Read More

The Summer 2025 Newsletter is now available for download. 1st - Saints on Bikes, 1pm8th - Kids Pentecost Ribbon Processional, meet at 9:50am11th - Bubble Dance Party & Ice Cream Social, 5-7pm16-19th - Day Camp, 9am-2pm22nd - Adult Study on Parables, 11am23rd - Mulch Party, 6pm25th - Midweek Mindfulness service, 7pm29th - Parent/Child Playdate, after service  10th - Moms' Book Club, 6pm13th - Adult...  Read More

Join the Scouts on the evening of Monday, June 23rd for a mulching party. We will be spreading mulch across the various gardens and plots around the church. Bring a pair of work gloves and help us prepare for summer! ...  Read More

Last week we noted that we placed the order for our new tables and chairs and this past Wednesday we received our new tables! Thanks to Greg Jackson, Amy Stratton, Liz Hasty, and Aaron Achartz for their help in some lifting and unboxing. We received notice that chairs should arrive in the next 2 weeks. We are also pleased to confirm that we have received all of the funds to complete the project! W...  Read More

Do you have kids that love to dance and move or love playing with bubbles? If so, join us on June 11 from 5-7pm for a fun night filled with bubble activities, family friendly music, and ice cream. The bubble dance party and ice cream social is a great opportunity to meet friends new and old and have a little fun with the whole family.Families are invited to bring a picnic dinner. There will be spa...  Read More

Our day camp spots are going fast! Reserve yours before the deadline of Saturday, May 31. Staff from Green Lake Lutheran Ministries come out to All Saints every year to put on an awesome day camp week for kids. Kids will enjoy singing songs, learning bible stories, playing games, doing crafts, and so much more all week long. Day camp is open to kids age 3 to 5th grade. It goes from Monday, June 16...  Read More

In the month of May, the Spiritual Formation committee will be focusing on physical wellness. Watch for posts about turning exercise into "joyful movement", getting curious about your habits, and starting small on our All Saints Facebook page! For more information on physical wellness, check out our Physical Wellness page or the All Saints App....  Read More

Come and support our youth who will be affirming their baptisms and their faith on May 18. It's an opportunity for each of us to reflect on our own faith and commission to be a light in the world. ...  Read More

The May 2025 Newsletter is now available for download. 3rd - Saints on Bikes, 1pm4th - Annual Meeting, 11am8th - MHC Breakfast of Hope11th - Mother's Day16th - Parents Night Out, 5:30pm-8:30pm18th - Confirmation during the Worship Service, 10am18th - Last Sunday of Kids Connection, 10am25th - Parent/Child Playdate, after service For up to date information and to register for events, visit our Even...  Read More

Parents 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 enjoying 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 as our volunteers do no...  Read More

Join us tomorrow evening at 7pm our Good Friday Service of scripture, shadow, and song. The service is done in Taizé style and will feature Saints Chorale and talented All Saints musicians and guests. Taizé hymns are chants, repeated again and again, giving them a meditative character.Taizé is a small village in the eastern part of France. Since 1940 it has been the home of an ecumenical community...  Read More

Members are invited to attend this year's congregational annual meeting on Sunday, May 4 following the service. In preparation for the meeting, there will be informational sessions to learn more about the proposed FY25 budget. The sessions will take place in the Lounge (on the Library Level) on Wednesday, April 23 at 6pm and Sunday, April 27 after the service. ...  Read More

Come and listen to stories of hope and support Mental Health Connect, a collaborative of faith communities working together to destigmatize mental health. All Saints has reserved a table at the annual Stories of Hope Breakfast fundraiser on Thursday, May 8th from 8 am to 9 am at Mount Olivet Lutheran Church in South Minneapolis. This year’s spotlight is on youth mental health, and stories from you...  Read More

The core of intellectual wellness is making an ongoing effort to expand our creativity, knowledge and skills. Sometimes we associate creativity only with arts and crafting, or music. As a music therapist, I’ve heard lots of people say “I’m just not a very creative person.” This is not true! Creativity is like a muscle–we all have it, and we can all strengthen it by exercising it regularly.April is...  Read More

Enjoy a variety of musical styles by our talented All Saints musicians during Holy Week.April 13, Palm Sunday • 10amTraditional worship led by Meg Redmond and Saints Chorale.April 17, Maundy Thursday • 7pmContemporary worship led by Tom Klemond.April 18, Good Friday • 7pmA Taizé style worship with readings, led by Meg Redmond and Saints Chorale.April 20, Easter Sunday • 10amTraditional worship led...  Read More

The April 2025 Newsletter is now available for download. 2nd - Lenten supper, 5:30pm2nd - Holden Evening Prayer - Steve Wahl speaking, 7pm6th - Kids Choir rehearsal, 11am9th - Lenten supper, 5:30pm9th - Holden Evening Prayer - Mary Christopherson speaking, 7pm13th - Palm Sunday Service, 10am13th - Kids Choir rehearsal, 11am13th - Moms Group, 11am17th - Maundy Thursday Service, 7pm18th - Good Frida...  Read More

Join us for our fourth annual Easter Eggstravanza on Saturday, April 19th. This year we will again be having two egg hunts: one at 10:30am and one at 11:30am. 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 Eggstavanaza include a special Kidcreate Studio craf...  Read More

Every month, moms and dads at All Saints gather together for some connection and conversations surrounding parenting and faith. In March, the Moms group is meeting Sunday, March 16 at 8:30 am. There will be a light breakfast and coffee provided. The dads group will meet next Sunday, March 23 following the service at 11 am. New moms and dads are always welcome. Contact Chelsea or Miranda and Jacob ...  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. The suggested donation is $25. Please donate by Sunday, April 13. To donate, contact Chris in the church office 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...  Read More

Spiritual wellness is our focus area for March. Henri Nouwen, whose writings are said to help Christians renew their lives in the chaotic pace of the modern world, wrote that Lent is the most important time of the year to nurture our inner life, offering a time to discover the mystery of Christ within us. Explore the Spiritual Wellness page for resources to learn, reflect and connect. ...  Read More

You can help us refresh our Fellowship Hall with new furnishings to make it a continued focal point for community at All Saints! Set out a chair for a friend, a community member, or a new visitor.Well over 20 years ago, All Saints purchased the chairs we now use in the Fellowship Hall. For most funerals we add our metal folding chairs to expand seating. The small number of round tables we use on S...  Read More

On a sunny December day, Caroline came to ICA for her first-ever shopping appointment. Feeling a bit nervous, she was greeted by ICA staff member Katie, who offered to help her navigate the food shelf. "There are so many options! I can choose from all three sections? This will feed us for days! I’m already at $50 worth of food! This is too much," Caroline exclaimed, her voice catching as she wiped...  Read More